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[#526] The velocity of light was first measured by
Correct Answer

(C) Romer

Explanation

Solution: The velocity of light was first measured by Romer. The first measurements of the speed of light using completely terrestrial apparatus were published in 1849 by Hippolyte Fizeau (1819–96). Compared to values accepted today, Fizeau's result (about 313,000 kilometres per second) was too high, and less accurate than those obtained by Rømer's method.

[#527] The trophies and cups awarded for cricket are
Correct Answer

(A) McDowell's Challenge cup and World cup

Explanation

Solution: The trophies and cups awarded for cricket are McDowell's Challenge cup and World cup.

[#528] The third highest nation award given for distinguished service in any field is
Correct Answer

(B) Padma Bhushan

Explanation

Solution: The third highest civilian award in India is the "Padma Bhushan". Explanation: India's civilian awards are given in recognition of exceptional service in various fields such as arts, literature, science, public services, and more. 1. Bharat Ratna – This is the highest civilian award in India, given for exceptional service towards the advancement of art, literature, science, and in recognition of public service of the highest order. 2. Padma Vibhushan – This is the second highest civilian award, given for exceptional and distinguished service. 3. Padma Bhushan – This is the third highest civilian award, awarded for distinguished service of a high order. 4. Padma Shri – This is the fourth highest civilian award, given for distinguished service in any field. Therefore, the correct answer is Padma Bhushan, which ranks third among the civilian honors in India.

[#529] The term used in billiards are
Correct Answer

(D) blank line, break, bolting, cannon, cue, hazard, in-oft

Explanation

Solution: The term used in billiards are blank line, break, bolting, cannon, cue, hazard, in-oft. Billiards, any of various games played on a rectangular table with a designated number of small balls and a long stick called a cue. The table and the cushioned rail bordering the table are topped with a feltlike tight-fitting cloth. Carom, or French, billiards is played with three balls on a table that has no pockets.

[#530] Vir Chakra (a medal) is made up of
Correct Answer

(C) standard silver

Explanation

Solution: Vir Chakra (a medal) is made up of standard silver. Vir Chakra is an Indian gallantry award presented for acts of gallantry in the presence of the enemy on the battlefield. It replaced the British Distinguished Service Cross (DSC), Military Cross (MC) and Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC).