🧠 Daily Mock Test – 29 July 2025
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#1. In which year was National Handloom Day first observed?
#2. Which of the following would most likely trigger a payout under a parametric insurance scheme?
Parametric insurance pays out based on a predefined trigger (like rainfall, wind speed, or earthquake magnitude), not actual loss.
In this case, rainfall below 50 mm for 10 days is a measurable trigger, so it qualifies. Other options involve actual loss assessment.
#3. What is the traditional occupation of the Hatti tribe?
#4. Which of the following is NOT a common trigger of GLOF events?
Monsoon withdrawal is a gradual process and does not cause sudden flooding.
Common triggers of GLOF events include avalanches, rockfalls, and earthquakes, which can suddenly disturb glacial lakes and cause them to burst.
#5. When is National Handloom Day observed in India?
India observes National Handloom Day on August 7th every year. The first such celebration was held on 7 August 2015 to commemorate the Swadeshi Movement launched on 7 August 1905, which promoted indigenous industries such as handloom weaving. This day honours the craftsmanship of weavers and highlights the cultural and economic significance of the handloom sector
#6. Parametric insurance has been promoted in India primarily for:
In India, parametric insurance is mainly used in agriculture to provide quick payouts during weather-related crop losses, helping reduce the government’s subsidy burden under traditional crop insurance schemes.
#7. Which of the following temple towns was not a capital city of the Cholas?
While Thanjavur, Gangaikonda Cholapuram, and Uraiyur were all capital cities of the Cholas at different times, Chidambaram was a major religious and cultural center, not a political capital. It is famous for the Nataraja Temple, but was not used as a Chola capital.
#8. Rajendra Chola I established which city as his capital?
#9. Which agency in India is primarily responsible for managing and reducing risks from GLOF events?
The NDMA is the main agency in India that plans and coordinates efforts to reduce risks from GLOF events, including early warning systems, risk mapping, and disaster preparedness in vulnerable regions like the Himalayas.
#10. Parametric insurance is most helpful for:
Parametric insurance provides quick and fixed payouts based on measurable triggers (like drought, flood, or cyclone), making it ideal for climate-related disasters where speed and predictability are crucial.
#11. What is the architectural style of Brihadeshwara Temple?
The Brihadeshwara Temple is built in the Dravidian architectural style, characterized by pyramidal towers (vimanas), large gopurams, and intricate carvings, typical of South Indian temple architecture.
#12. The Rs. 100 commemorative coin released in 2023 was issued in honour of:
In 2023, the Government of India released a ₹100 commemorative coin in honor of Rajaraja Chola I, recognizing his extraordinary contributions to temple architecture, administration, and South Indian cultural heritage — especially the construction of the Brihadeshwara Temple in Thanjavur.
#13. What was significant about the Grassland Bird Census conducted in Kaziranga National Park?
#14. What is the primary purpose of conducting a Grassland Bird Census?
#15. Which of the following methods is NOT commonly used in grassland bird surveys?
#16. Who was the founder of the Imperial Chola dynasty in the 9th century CE?
Vijayalaya Chola founded the Imperial Chola dynasty in the 9th century CE by capturing Thanjavur, marking the revival of Chola power in South India.
#17. What is the primary cause of a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF)?
A Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) happens when a natural dam (made of ice or loose rock) that holds a glacial lake suddenly bursts, releasing a large amount of water and causing floods downstream.
#18. Which Southeast Asian empire was targeted by Rajendra Chola I’s naval expeditions?
Rajendra Chola I launched successful naval expeditions against the Srivijaya Empire (located in present-day Indonesia and Malaysia), showcasing the Cholas’ maritime strength and expanding their influence in Southeast Asia.
#19. The Aadi Thiruvathirai festival is celebrated in honor of:
Aadi Thiruvathirai is celebrated in Tamil Nadu to honor Rajaraja Chola I, the great Chola ruler who built the Brihadeshwara Temple and expanded the Chola Empire. The festival marks his contributions to art, architecture, and administration.