271: With reference to Manipuri Sankirtana, consider the following statements:

1. It is a song and dance performance.
2. Cymbals are the only musical instruments used in the performance.
3. It is performed to narrate the life and deeds of Lord Krishna.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1, 2 and 3.
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1 only
272: Near the banks of which one of the following rivers, the excavation has brought to light that Indus Valley Civilisation percolated to far south?

(a) Mahanadi

(b) Cauvery

(c) Krishna

(d) Godavari
273: Which one of the following authorities makes recommendation to the Governor of a State as to the principles for determining the taxes and duties which may be appropriated by the Panchayats in that particular State?

(a) District Planning Committees

(b) State Finance Commission

(c) Finance Ministry of that State

(d) Panchyati Raj Ministry of that State
274: Which one of the following was the first fort constructed by the British in India ?

(a) Fort William
(b) Fort St. Angelo
(c) Fort St. David
(d) Fort St. George
275: Who among the following was not a no changer ?

(a) Dr. Ansari

(b) Dr. Rajendra Prasad

(c) Sardar Patel

(d) Motilal Nehru