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United States Awards
The "Congressional Medal of Honor" is the highest ______ award of the United States.
The Congressional Medal of Honor is the highest military award in the United States, given for acts of valor above and beyond the call of duty. It is not a civilian, academic, or political award.
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Famous Residences
Élysée Palace is an official residence of which country?
The Élysée Palace is the official residence of the President of France, making option B correct. It is a well-known symbol of the French presidency.
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National Awards
The "Presidential Medal of Freedom" is the highest ________ award of the United States.
The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the highest civilian award in the United States, recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to the security or national interests of the country, world peace, or cultural or other significant public or private endeavors.
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International Organizations
Middle East Treaty Organization (METO) and Baghdad Pact were the names of which organization?
The Middle East Treaty Organization (METO) and the Baghdad Pact refer to the same military alliance formed in 1955, which was later renamed the Central Treaty Organization (CENTO). This alliance aimed to counter Soviet influence in the Middle East.
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Indian Military Awards
“Param Vir Chakra” is the highest _________ award of India?
The Param Vir Chakra is India's highest military decoration awarded for displaying distinguished acts of valor during wartime. It is not a civilian, academic, or political award.
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Indian Awards
“Bharat Ratna” is the _________ award of India?
The Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award in India, given for exceptional service in any field of human endeavor. It is not a military, academic, or political award.
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Ancient Civilizations - Persian Empire
What was the religion of the Persian people before Islam?
Before the arrival of Islam, the dominant religion in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) was Zoroastrianism. It was founded by the prophet Zoroaster and centered on the worship of Ahura Mazda, emphasizing the duality of good and evil. Therefore, the correct answer is Zoroastrianism.
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British Colonial History
Who was the first Governor-General of Bengal?
Warren Hastings was the first Governor-General of Bengal, appointed in 1773 under the Regulating Act of 1773, making him the first to hold this position with significant administrative powers.
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History Of Oil Industry
The first oil well was drilled in the USA in the year ________?
The first commercial oil well in the USA was drilled in 1859 by Edwin Drake in Titusville, Pennsylvania, marking the beginning of the modern petroleum industry.
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Indian Social Reform Movements
The All India Muslim Ladies Conference was founded in the year ________?
The All India Muslim Ladies Conference was founded in 1913 to promote social and educational reforms among Muslim women in India. Therefore, option B (1913) is the correct answer.