496: Two numbers X and Y are respectively 20% and 28% less than a third number Z. By what percentage is the number Y less than the number X ?
(A) 8%
(B) 9%
(C) 10%
(D) 12%
497: The Himalayan Range is very rich in species diversity, Which one among the following is the most appropriate reason for this Phenomenon?
(a) It has a high rainfall that supports luxuriant vegetative growth
(b) It has less human interference
(c) Exotic and invasive species have riot been introduced in this region
(d) It is a confluence of different bio-geographical zones
498: Consider the following pairs : National Cities Highway Connected
1. NH 4: Chennai and Hyderabad
2. NH 6: Mumbai and Kolkata
3. NH 15: Ahmedabad and Jodhpur
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) None
499: Which one among the following States is smallest in area?
(a) Andhra Pradesh
(b) Gujarat
(c) Karnataka
(d) Tamil Nadu
500: Main preachings of Buddha were in regard to:
(a) Right faith and conduct
(b) Love of God
(c) Practice of rituals
(d) Idol worship