746: The Buddhist sect Mahayana formally came into existence during the reign of
(a) Ajatashatru
(b) Ashoka
(c) Dharmapala
(d) Kanishka
747: Consider the following statements :
Hard water is not suitable for
I. drinking.
II. washing cloths with soap.
III. use in boilers.
IV. irrigating crops.
Which of these statements are correct ?
(a) I and III
(b) II and III
(c) I, II and IV
(d) I, II, III and IV
748: Which is the correct chronological sequence of the major events given below?
1. SLV-3 Launch
2. Formation of Bangladesh
3. Sikim becomes 22nd State of the Indian Union
4. Pokharan-I test.
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
(a) 2, 4, 3, 1
(b) 3, 1, 2, 4
(c) 2, 1, 3, 4
(d) 3, 4, 2, 1
749: Mon 863 is a variety of maize. It was in the news for the following reason
(a) It is a genetically modified variety which is pest resistant
(b) It is a genetically modified dwarf variety which is resistant to drought
(c) It is a genetically modified variety with ten times higher protein content than regular maize crop
(d) It is a genetically modified variety used exclusively for bio-fuel production
750: Which one of the following is the correct chronological order of the battles fought in India in the 18th century?
(a) Battle of Wandiwash-Battle of Buzar-Battle of Ambur-Battle of Plassey
(b) Battle of Ambur-Battle of Plassey- Battle of Wandiwash-Battle of Buxar
(c) Battle of Wandiwash-Battle of Plassey-Battle of Ambur-Battle of Buxar
(d) Battle of Ambur-Battle of Buxar- Battle of Wandiwash-Battle of Plassey