Q. Which of the following movements is associated with the idea of 'Social Contract' as a basis for political legitimacy?
A.A. Enlightenment
B.B. Romanticism
C.C. Realism
D.D. Modernism
Solution
The Enlightenment period is closely associated with the concept of the 'Social Contract', particularly in the works of philosophers like Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau.
Q. Which of the following movements was a response to the negative effects of the Industrial Revolution?
A.The Romantic Movement
B.The Enlightenment
C.The Industrial Workers of the World
D.The Suffragette Movement
Solution
The Romantic Movement emerged as a response to the negative effects of the Industrial Revolution, emphasizing emotion, nature, and individualism in reaction to industrialization's mechanization.
Q. Which of the following movements was initiated by the Indian National Congress to oppose the British rule during World War I? (1920)
A.Non-Cooperation Movement
B.Civil Disobedience Movement
C.Quit India Movement
D.Home Rule Movement
Solution
The Non-Cooperation Movement was initiated by the Indian National Congress in response to the repressive measures taken by the British during World War I.
Q. Which of the following numbers has the least significant figures?
A.0.00560
B.0.0560
C.0.560
D.5.60
Solution
0.00560 has 3 significant figures, 0.0560 has 3 significant figures, 0.560 has 3 significant figures, and 5.60 has 3 significant figures. However, 0.00560 is the smallest number, but all have the same count of significant figures.
Q. Which of the following numbers has the most significant figures?
A.0.00789
B.7890
C.7.890 x 10^3
D.0.07890
Solution
7.890 x 10^3 has 4 significant figures, while the others have 3, 3, and 4 respectively, but the leading zeros in the first and last options do not count.
Q. Which of the following operations will yield a result with the least number of significant figures?
A.5.00 + 2.0
B.3.00 x 4.0
C.6.0 / 2.00
D.1.5 - 0.50
Solution
In the operation 3.00 x 4.0, 3.00 has three significant figures and 4.0 has two. The result will have two significant figures, which is the least among the options.
Q. Which of the following options best fits in the blank: 'The rapid pace of technological change has led to a _______ in the workforce, requiring new skills and adaptability.'? (2023)
A.stagnation
B.transformation
C.decrease
D.uniformity
Solution
The context indicates that the workforce is changing significantly, thus 'transformation' is the most appropriate choice.
Q. Which of the following options best summarizes the main argument of the passage?
A.The benefits of technology outweigh its drawbacks.
B.Technology is detrimental to human interaction.
C.The relationship between technology and society is complex.
D.Society must adapt to technological advancements.
Solution
The passage discusses both the positive and negative impacts of technology, suggesting a nuanced view rather than a purely beneficial or detrimental stance.
Correct Answer: C — The relationship between technology and society is complex.