General Science forms a crucial part of various competitive exams, including the OSSSC LSI (Livestock Inspector) and Forester FG (Forest Guard) exams. Here, we present a curated list of 30 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) in General Science, covering diverse topics from physics, chemistry, biology, and environmental science. These questions are designed to test your understanding and application of scientific principles, making them suitable for candidates preparing for these examinations.
Top 30 General Science MCQs for OSSSC LSI, Forester, FG
- Which organization has partnered with IIT Patna to enhance tunneling project performance?
[A] Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
[B] Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN)
[C] Indian Institute of Science Bangalore
[D] National Institute of Technology WarangalCorrect Answer: B [Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN)]
- What is the primary focus of the collaboration between SJVN and IIT Patna?
[A] Developing renewable energy technologies
[B] Enhancing agricultural productivity
[C] Revolutionizing tunneling project performance
[D] Improving healthcare infrastructureCorrect Answer: C [Revolutionizing tunneling project performance]
- What aspect of tunneling project performance is the collaboration between SJVN and IIT Patna aiming to enhance?
[A] Advanced geological modeling
[B] Predictive analytics algorithm development
[C] Integration of engineering technologies
[D] All of the aboveCorrect Answer: D [All of the above]
- SJVN has partnered with which institution to enhance tunneling project performance?
[A] IIT Bombay
[B] IIT Delhi
[C] IIT Patna
[D] IIT MadrasCorrect Answer: C [IIT Patna]
- Kodaikanal Solar Observatory: Celebrating 125 Years of Unraveling the Mysteries of the Sun
Where is the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory located?
[A] Western Ghats
[B] Palani Hills, Tamil Nadu
[C] Himalayas
[D] Nilgiri HillsCorrect Answer: B [Palani Hills, Tamil Nadu]
- What milestone did the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory recently celebrate?
[A] 100th anniversary
[B] 75th anniversary
[C] 125th anniversary
[D] 50th anniversaryCorrect Answer: C [125th anniversary]
- Which organization organized the grand celebration to honor the legacy of the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory?
[A] Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
[B] Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA)
[C] Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
[D] Indian Institute of Science (IISc)Correct Answer: B [Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA)]
- What celestial body has been the focus of study at the Kodaikanal Solar Observatory?
[A] Moon
[B] Jupiter
[C] Sun
[D] VenusCorrect Answer: C [Sun]
- Under which department does the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) operate?
[A] Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Ministry of Defence
[C] Department of Science and Technology
[D] Ministry of FinanceCorrect Answer: C [Department of Science and Technology]
- Which organization introduced CoViNet?
[A] CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
[B] WHO (World Health Organization)
[C] UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund)
[D] Red CrossCorrect Answer: B [WHO (World Health Organization)]
- What is CoViNet?
[A] A global initiative for enhancing coronavirus surveillance
[B] A vaccine for COVID-19
[C] A treatment for COVID-19
[D] A social media platform for COVID-19 updatesCorrect Answer: A [A global initiative for enhancing coronavirus surveillance]
- How many labs are involved in CoViNet, according to the provided information?
[A] 21 labs from 36 countries
[B] 36 labs from 21 countries
[C] 21 labs from 21 countries
[D] 36 labs from 36 countriesCorrect Answer: B [36 labs from 21 countries]
- What is the main objective of CoViNet?
[A] To provide treatment for COVID-19 patients
[B] To develop a vaccine for COVID-19
[C] To enhance detection, monitoring, and assessment of coronaviruses worldwide
[D] To conduct research on the origins of COVID-19Correct Answer: C [To enhance detection, monitoring, and assessment of coronaviruses worldwide]
- Which company recently surpassed 10,000 MW of renewable energy capacity in its operational portfolio?
[A] Tata Power
[B] Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL)
[C] Suzlon Energy
[D] Reliance PowerCorrect Answer: B [Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL)]
- What is the breakdown of AGEL’s operational renewable energy capacity?
[A] 7,393 MW solar, 1,401 MW wind, and 2,140 MW hydro
[B] 2,000 MW solar, 5,393 MW wind, and 1,401 MW hydro
[C] 7,393 MW solar, 1,401 MW wind, and 2,140 MW hybrid
[D] 2,848 MW solar, 1,401 MW wind, and 5,751 MW hybridCorrect Answer: C [7,393 MW solar, 1,401 MW wind, and 2,140 MW hybrid]
- In which location did AGEL add 2,000 MW of solar capacity?
[A] Khavda
[B] Mumbai
[C] Bangalore
[D] ChennaiCorrect Answer: A [Khavda]
- What fiscal year (FY) did AGEL add 2,848 MW of renewable energy capacity?
[A] FY21
[B] FY22
[C] FY23
[D] FY24Correct Answer: D [FY24]
- What does AGEL’s achievement of surpassing 10,000 MW of renewable energy capacity signify?
[A] Its position as the leading player in India’s renewable energy sector
[B] Its plans to diversify into non-renewable energy sources
[C] Its commitment to reducing carbon emissions
[D] Its partnership with international energy companiesCorrect Answer: A [Its position as the leading player in India’s renewable energy sector]
- Which type of energy constitutes the largest portion of AGEL’s operational portfolio?
[A] Solar
[B] Wind
[C] Hydro
[D] HybridCorrect Answer: A [Solar]
- What type of black holes are also known as Kerr black holes?
[A] Rotating black holes
[B] Supermassive black holes
[C] Primordial black holes
[D] Stellar black holesCorrect Answer: A [Rotating black holes]
- How do rotating black holes originate?
[A] From the collision of two neutron stars
[B] From the collapse of massive stars
[C] From the merger of two black holes
[D] From the accumulation of interstellar dustCorrect Answer: B [From the collapse of massive stars]
- What is the ergosphere associated with black holes?
[A] A region of intense gravitational attraction
[B] A region where time appears to stand still
[C] A region outside the event horizon
[D] A region where black holes emit energyCorrect Answer: D [A region where black holes emit energy]
- What is C-CARES?
[A] A digital platform for managing coal mining operations
[B] A web portal developed by C-DAC for CMPFO
[C] A scheme for providing healthcare benefits to coal sector workers
[D] A regulatory body overseeing coal sector regulationsCorrect Answer: B [A web portal developed by C-DAC for CMPFO]
- Which department is associated with the C-CARES web portal?
[A] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
[B] Ministry of Coal
[C] Ministry of Finance
[D] Ministry of Labour and EmploymentCorrect Answer: B [Ministry of Coal]
- When was the C-CARES web portal established?
[A] 1948
[B] 2000
[C] 2020
[D] 2022Correct Answer: C [2020]
- What does CMPFO stand for?
[A] Coal Mining Personnel Foundation Organization
[B] Coal Mine Provident Fund Organization
[C] Coal Miner Pension Fund Office
[D] Coal Ministry Provident Fund OrganizationCorrect Answer: B [Coal Mine Provident Fund Organization]
- Who inaugurated the C-CARES web portal?
[A] Shri Narendra Modi
[B] Shri Pralhad Joshi
[C] Shri Amit Shah
[D] Smt. Nirmala SitharamanCorrect Answer: B [Shri Pralhad Joshi]
- From which launch center was the satellite INSAT-3DS launched?
[A] Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre
[B] Satish Dhawan Space Centre
[C] Sriharikota Space Centre
[D] Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching StationCorrect Answer: B [Satish Dhawan Space Centre]
- Which launch vehicle was used to successfully launch INSAT-3DS?
[A] GSLV-F14
[B] PSLV-C50
[C] GSLV-Mk III
[D] ASLV-D1Correct Answer: A [GSLV-F14]
- Who launched the satellite INSAT-3DS?
[A] Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)
[B] Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
[C] Satish Dhawan Space Centre
[D] GSLV-F14 Launch VehicleCorrect Answer: B [Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)]
