2421: Which one of the following pairs of countries joined the European Union in January, 2007 ?
(a) Hungary and Croatia
(b) Bulgaria and Romania
(c) Romania and Slovenia
(d) Bulgaria and Belgium
2422: In the context of cultural history of India, a pose in dance and dramatics called 'Tribhanga' has been a favourite of Indian artists from ancient times till today.
Which only of the following statements best describes this pose?
(a) One leg is bent and the body is slightly but oppositely curved at waist and neck
(b) Facial expressions, hand gestures and make-up are combined to symbolize certain epic or historic characters
(c) Movements of body, face and hands are used to express oneself or to tell a story
(d) A little smile, slightly curved waist and certain hand gestures are emphasized to express the feelings of love or eroticism
2423: Which one of the following is used for dating archaeological specimens in wood, bones and shells?
(a) Uranium-238
(b) Argon isotope
(c) Carbon-14
(d) Strontium-90
2424: Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements:
1. He/She holds the office during the pleasure of the President.
2. He/She need not be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a member of the House within six months from the date of his/her election.
3. If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) None
2425: Which pair is correct ?
(a) Sea horse, Sea cucumber, Sea urchin
(b) Star fish, Cuttle fish, Dog
(c) House fly, Dragon fly, Butterfly
(d) Earthworm, Ringworm, Tapeworm