B.Ed GK Test - 5

Mahatma Gandhi proposed the scheme of 'Basic Education' (Nai Talim) in 1937, which emphasized learning through crafts and productive work.

In Indian philosophy and culture, education is often called the 'third eye' of man because it provides the inner vision and wisdom necessary to navigate life beyond physical sight.

The Kothari Commission, officially known as the National Education Commission, was established by the Government of India on July 14, 1964, to examine all aspects of the educational sector.

Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was a highly respected philosopher and statesman who considered himself a teacher first; his legacy is celebrated annually across India.

Teacher's Day in India is celebrated on September 5th every year to mark the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.

Balwant Gargi was a famous Punjabi dramatist and playwright, not primarily a critic. The other individuals are correctly paired with their primary literary fields.

The Ramayana is traditionally considered the 'Adi Kavya' or the first epic poem in Hindu tradition. While the Mahabharata is much longer, the core events and composition of the Ramayana are generally regarded as older.

In the context of India's large workforce and the challenge of unemployment, there is a significant emphasis on job-oriented or vocational courses. These courses are designed to provide specific skills that make students immediately employable in various industries.

The Kothari Commission, also known as the National Education Commission, was appointed in 1964. It submitted its comprehensive report on the modernization and standardization of education in India in 1966.

The DPT vaccine is a combination vaccine that provides protection against three highly infectious diseases: Diphtheria, Pertussis (whooping cough), and Tetanus.

Punjabi is the official language of the state of Punjab in India and is written in the Gurmukhi script. Devnagari is used for Hindi, and the Roman script is used for English.

Cattle-bone powder, often called bone meal, is a slow-release organic fertilizer. It is highly valued for its high phosphorus content, which is essential for root development and flowering in plants.

Sant Singh Sekhon is widely known as the 'Baba Bohar' (Grand Old Man) of Punjabi literature. He was a prolific playwright, fiction writer, and critic who significantly influenced modern Punjabi literary thought.

A heart attack, or myocardial infarction, occurs when the blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked. This lack of blood supply prevents the heart muscle from receiving oxygen, leading to tissue damage or death.

Bal Gangadhar Tilak was the primary pioneer of the extremist faction within the Indian National Congress. He advocated for 'Swaraj' (self-rule) and used more radical methods compared to the moderate leaders.

The Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan was overthrown and imprisoned by his son, Aurangzeb, in 1658. He spent the last eight years of his life in captivity at the Agra Fort.

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Tej Bahadur Sapru were the prominent Indian leaders who attended all three Round Table Conferences held in London between 1930 and 1932.

Nanak Singh, a celebrated Punjabi novelist, wrote 'Pavittar Papi' in 1942. The novel is a masterpiece of Punjabi literature and was later adapted into a popular Hindi film starring Balraj Sahni.

 There is no provision for the impeachment of the Governor.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is the modern standard for imaging brain tumors. It uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create detailed images of soft tissues, which is superior to X-rays or ultrasound for brain analysis.

Correct option is (4). 

Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun in our solar system, orbiting at an average distance of approximately 58 million kilometers.

Dr. Harbhajan Singh was a renowned Punjabi poet who received the Saraswati Samman in 1994 for his work 'Rukh Te Rishi'. He was one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Punjabi literature.