General Knowledge

Blind dolphins, also known as Indus river dolphins, are found in the Indus River of Pakistan. They are a freshwater species adapted to the river environment, making option A correct.

As of the latest information, ASEAN consists of 10 member countries. This is a well-established fact in current international relations.

The first known crossword puzzle was published in 1913 by Arthur Wynne in the New York World newspaper, making option A the correct answer.

The Biro brothers, who invented the ballpoint pen, were from Hungary. Therefore, the correct answer is Hungary.

Alurophobia is the fear of cats, so the correct answer is A. Napoleon is historically noted to have had this fear.

Edwin Budding invented the lawn mower in England in 1830. Therefore, the correct answer is England.

Sir Frederick Grant Banting is credited with the discovery of insulin as a treatment for diabetes, alongside Charles Best. Banting's work led to the isolation and use of insulin, making him the primary discoverer.

The game Frisbee originated from the late 19th-century practice where students at Yale and other New England colleges tossed empty pie tins from the Frisbie Baking Company of Bridgeport, Connecticut, shouting "Frisbie!" to warn passersby. This informal game inspired Walter Morrison and Warren Franscioni in 1948 to create a plastic flying disc called the "Flying Saucer," later renamed the "Pluto Platter." Wham-O bought the rights in 1955 and began mass production, renaming it "Frisbee" in 1958. Thus, while the modern plastic Frisbee was invented in the mid-20th century, the origins trace back to the 1860s with the pie tins, making option A (1860s) the correct answer regarding the game's invention roots.

The Indus Waters Treaty between India and Pakistan was brokered by the World Bank in 1960 to resolve water-sharing disputes. This makes option C correct.

The Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul is popularly known as the Blue Mosque due to the blue tiles surrounding its interior walls.

The official motto of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is "One Vision, One Identity, One Community." This is confirmed by the ASEAN Charter and official ASEAN documents. Therefore, the correct word to fill in the blank is "Identity."

The name "Netherlands" literally means "lower countries," referring to the low-lying geography of the region. This is the accurate and widely accepted meaning of the term.

A bore is a tidal phenomenon caused when the rising tide meets the river current, creating a sudden and strong surge of water moving upstream. This matches option A exactly.

Emeralds, the precious green gemstones, are primarily found in the Gilgit region of Pakistan, which is famous for its high-quality emerald mines. Swat is known for other minerals but not notably for emeralds.

Chandragup is a well-known mud volcano located in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is famous for its natural mud eruptions and is a significant geological feature.

Florence Nightingale was a pioneering nurse known for her work in nursing and healthcare reform, not a doctor, teacher, or housewife. She is famously associated with nursing, making option B correct.

The first museum of Pakistan, the Pakistan Museum of Natural History, was established in Karachi on 17 April 1950, making option B the correct answer.

The Green Line is the demilitarized zone that divides the Turkish Cypriot and Greek Cypriot communities on the island of Cyprus. It was established in 1974 following the conflict between the two communities.

The shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere is December 22, known as the winter solstice, when daylight hours are at their minimum.

The book "Decision Points" is a memoir written by former U.S. President George W. Bush. It was published in 2010 and details key moments in his presidency and political career. Barack Obama did not write this book; it is specifically associated with George W. Bush.

“Night Watch” is a famous painting by Rembrandt, known for its large size and dramatic use of light and shadow. It is not a restaurant, hotel, or beach.

Indian scientists and the Ministry of AYUSH have developed and validated Ayurvedic herbal medicines for a range of diseases, including diabetes. Ayurveda traditionally and scientifically addresses diabetes (Madhumeha) with herbal formulations and lifestyle interventions. While Ayurveda offers supportive treatments for viral diseases like dengue, there is no specific widely recognized Ayurvedic herbal medicine developed by Indian scientists exclusively for dengue. Diabetes is a well-documented condition treated with Ayurveda, and the Ministry of AYUSH has programs and research validating Ayurvedic treatments for diabetes management.

Bahrain's national anthem is unique because it has no official lyrics, only music. The other countries listed have national anthems with words.

The first Persian newspaper was "Jam-i-Jahan Numa," published in 1837 in Tehran. "Mirat-ul-Akhbar" was an early Urdu newspaper, not Persian. Therefore, option B is correct.

The 'Enter' key is specific to computers and is not present on traditional typewriter keyboards. Typewriters use a carriage return lever instead to move to the next line, whereas computers use the 'Enter' key for this function.