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The systematic way of acquiring knowledge through observation and experimentation is called?

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  1. Technology

  2. Science

  3. Study

  4. Design

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The systematic way of acquiring knowledge through observation and experimentation is called science. It organizes knowledge in the form of testable explanations and predictions. Science includes wide range of topics like biological, physical, chemical, universe, space etc. 

Nagarjuna is known as the Einstein of India because _______.

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  1. Like Einstein he had a rare insight into the nature of the universe.

  2. He was one of the greatest physicists of all time.

  3. He propounded the theory of Shunyavada similar to Einstein's theory of Relativity.

  4. He was a great dialectician.

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Correct Option: C

The place where India conducted its first nuclear test was

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  1. Kota

  2. Ajmer

  3. Pokhran

  4. Barmer

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The first nuclear test was conducted in Pokhran.

It is a remote location in the Thar Desert region and served as the test site for India's first underground nuclear weapon detonation.

What were the objectives of Indian Atomic Energy Commission?

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  1. To produce electricity from atomic energy.

  2. To increase the yield of food grains

  3. To develop nanotechnology

  4. All of above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dr Homi Bhabha was appointed as the first Chairman of the Commission. The objectives of the commission were to produce electricity from atomic energy, increase the yield of food grains and make them last longer, setup the technology for achieving this and develop nanotechnalogy.

Who established Indian Atomic Energy Commission?

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  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Indira Gandhi

  3. Mahatma Gandhi

  4. None of above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

India's first Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru wasnted to nurture a scientific temper and bring about the nation's progress. From this perspective, he set up the Indian Atomic Energy Commission on 10th August 1948.

When did a completely Indian made nuclear reactor called Dhruva was started?

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  1. 1975

  2. 1980

  3. 1985

  4. 1990

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In 1985, a completely Indian made nuclear reactor called Dhruva was started at Trombay near Mumbai. This Dhruva nuclear reactor uses uranium as fuel. At this center, 350 radioactive substances are produced. They are used in industry, agriculture and medicine.

When the Indian Atomic Energy Commission was established?

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  1. 10th July 1948

  2. 10th August 1948

  3. 10th September 1948

  4. 10th May 1948

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

India's first Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru wasnted to nurture a scientific temper and bring about the nation's progress. From this perspective, he set up the Indian Atomic Energy Commission on 10th August 1948.

Who was appointed as first chairmen of Indian Atomic Energy Commission?

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  1. Dr Homi Bhabha

  2. Dr Homi Sethna

  3. Dr Raja Ramanna

  4. None of these

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dr Homi Bhabha was appointed as the first Chairman of the Commission. The objectives of the commission were to produce electricity from atomic energy, increase the yield of food grains and make them last longer.

Where was the first nuclear test performed in India _____________.

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  1. Kalpakkam

  2. Tarapur

  3. Pokharan

  4. None of these

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

India successfully performed her first nuclear test at Pokharan in Rajasthan on 18th May 1974 in consonance with the policy of using nuclear energy for peaceful purposes and for self-sufficiency.

When NPCIL was established?

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  1. 1980

  2. 1982

  3. 1985

  4. 1987

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd. was set up in 1987 to generate electricity from atomic energy. The objective of the company is to master and develop the technology to generate safe, cheap and environmentally profitable power and make the country self-sufficient.