Question
Stars in the sky appear to twinkle due to
–Solution
The movement of air (sometimes called turbulence) in the atmosphere of Earth causes a series of refractions which makes the starlight to get slightly bent as it travels from the distant star through the atmosphere down to us on the ground. This means that some of the light reaches us directly and some gets bent slightly away. To our eyes, this makes the star seem to twinkle.
Which Indian State remained an Associate State for a short period before it was recognised as a full-fledged State of the Union?
Consider the following statements:
1. The office of the Attorney General is created by the Constitution of India.
2. The Attorney General ...
Consider the following statements regarding Article 13 of the Indian Constitution:
1. The power of judicial review of the Supreme Court and High ...
Which type of city administration controls transitional areas (from rural to urban)
Consider the following statements in the context of NITI Aayog:
1. It is an extra-constitutional body.
2. It provides both directional and...
Article __ of the Indian Constitution ensures Abolition of Untouchability.
Which of the following Article is known as ‘The very soul of the Constitution’ by Dr.B.R.Ambedkar?
Which of the following cases may be considered as a violation of Fundamental Rights guaranteed under Article 19?
1. Prohibiting women from openin...
Consider the following statements regarding prerogative writs:
1. Writs can be issued against private and public authorities.
2. High Cour...
Which Article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth?
