Important Questions for NTA UGC NET JRF Paper 1

1.Trirashmi Buddhist cave complex, where three new caves have been discovered, is located in which state? [A] Tamil Nadu[B] Maharashtra[C] Uttar Pradesh[D] Madhya Pradesh SHOW ANSWER Answer 2 Explanation: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), has discovered three new caves in the Trirashmi Buddhist cave complex, which is located near Nashik in Maharashtra. This […]
Important Questions for NTA UGC NET JRF Paper 1

1.Angamaly-Azhutha Sabari rail project, which was making news recently, is to be constructed in which state? [A] Karnataka[B] Kerala[C] Tamil Nadu[D] Telangana SHOW ANSWER Answer 2 Explanation: The Union Cabinet approved to use funds from the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB), for the Angamaly-Azhutha Sabari rail project. The Railways will undertake the construction […]
Important Government Schemes for NTA UGC NET JRF Paper 1

1. Consider the following statements regarding Companies Fresh Start Scheme (CFSS) 2020. 1. The Scheme condoned the delay in filing the belated documents and gives immunity from prosecutions and proceedings for imposition of penalty. 2. No additional fees was charged for late filing during a moratorium period from 1st April to 31st December, 2020. Which […]
Indian Polity for NTA UGC NET JRF Paper 1

1.In which year, parliament passed the Citizenship Act? [A] 1950[B] 1955[C] 1960[D] 1965 SHOW ANSWER Answer 2 Explanation: Constitution of India did not codify permanent laws for citizenship and put this onus on parliament. Using the powers of article 10 and 11, the parliament enacted Citizenship Act 1955 which has been amended from time […]
People & Environment for NTA UGC NET JRF Paper 1

1.Which Indian state has issued warning against hunting of migratory birds, especially Amur falcons? [A] Himachal Pradesh[B] Tripura[C] West Bengal[D] Odisha SHOW ANSWER Answer 2 Explanation: Tripura has recently issued warning against hunting of migratory birds, especially Amur falcons, amidst the onset of winter. The Forest Department is set to issue order to inform […]
Important Days for NTA UGC NET JRF Paper 1

1.What is the theme of the “World Immunization Week” 2021? [A] Vaccines bring us closer[B] Vaccine Works[C] Educate and Immunise[D] Vaccination Vacation SHOW ANSWER Answer 1 Explanation: The “World Immunization Week” is observed every year in the last week of April. It aims to promote the use of vaccines to protect people of all […]
Important Government Schemes for NTA UGC NET JRF Paper 1

1.Which is the target sector of the Loan Guarantee Scheme for Covid Affected Sectors (LGSCAS) approved recently? [A] Education[B] MSME[C] Health/ Medical Infrastructure[D] Automobile SHOW ANSWER Answer 3 Explanation: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved Loan Guarantee Scheme for Covid Affected Sectors (LGSCAS). It would provide financial guarantee […]
ICT for NTA UGC NET JRF Paper 1

1.Which among the following is not a payment card technology? [A] Magnetic Stripe Card[B] Smart Card[C] Fleet Card[D] All of them are payment card technologies SHOW ANSWER Answer 4 Explanation: EMV is a payment method based upon a technical standard. It is for smart payment cards and for payment terminals and automated teller machines […]
Important Questions for NTA UGC NET JRF Paper 1
1.Indian Railways completed the trial runs of new Vistadome tourist coaches, manufactured by which unit? [A] Banaras Locomotive Works, Varanasi[B] Integral Coach Factory, Chennai[C] Modern Coach Factory, Raebareli[D] Rail Wheel Plant, Bela SHOW ANSWER Answer 2 Explanation: Indian Railways has successfully completed the 180kmph trial run of the new Vistadome tourist coaches. The luxurious […]
Indian Polity for NTA UGC NET JRF Paper 1

1.Elementary education was made a Fundamental Right under which Constitutional Amendment Act? [A] 42nd Amendment Act, 1972[B] 44th Amendment Act, 1974[C] 86th Amendment Act, 2002[D] 92nd Amendment Act, 2003 SHOW ANSWER Answer 3 Explanation: By changing the subject-matter of Article 45, elementary education was made a fundamental right under Article 21 A through the […]