621: In the new Panchayati Raj Bill enacted in 1993, there are several fresh provisions deviating from the past. Which one of the following is not one such provision ?
(a) A number of added responsibilities in the area of agriculture, rural development, primary education and social forestry among others.
(b) Elections being made mandatory for all posts at the time they are due.
(c) A statutory representation for women in the panchayats, upto a third of the strength.
(d) Regular remuneration to the panchayat members, so as to ensure their punctuality and accountability.
622: The capital of India was shifted from Calcutta to Delhi in the year:
(a) 1905
(b) 1911
(c) 1912
(d) 1916
623: Which of the following is/are cited by the scientists as evidence / evidences for the continued expansion of universe?
1. Detection of microwave space
2. Observation of redshift phenomenon in space
3. Movement of asteroids in space
4. Occurrence of supernova explosions in space
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4
(d) None of the above can be cited as evidence
624: Gupta architecture is represented by many brick temples and the temple of Bhitargaon is most notable for its well preserved and moulded bricks of excellent design, this temple has
(a) A tall Gopuram
(b) A Pyramidal roof
(c) An Apsidal plan
(d) Double basement
625: Avinash is Ravi's eldest brother. Ravi is younger to Ajay. Ravi and Ajay are not brothers. Which of the following statements is definitely true?
(a) Ajay is younger to Avinash
(b) Avinash is younger to Ajay
(c) Ajay is younger to Ravi
(d) None of the above