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[#571] Which company manufactures low and high power communication equipment like radius for the use of defense services and paramilitary organisations?
Correct Answer

(A) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)

Explanation

Solution: Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) company manufactures low and high power communication equipment like radius for the use of defense services and paramilitary organizations.

[#572] Where is the Judicature of Orissa?
Correct Answer

(B) Cuttack

Explanation

Solution: The Judicature of Orissa is Cuttack. Cuttack is in the Eastern Indian state of Orissa. It is the former capital of Odisha. Cuttack is also world famous for its silver filigree work.

[#573] Which of the following are the members of SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation)?
Correct Answer

(B) Bhutan, Bangladesh, the Maldives, Nepal, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka

Explanation

Solution: Bhutan, Bangladesh, the Maldives, Nepal, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka are the members of SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation).

[#574] Where is the permanent secretariat of the SAARC?
Correct Answer

(A) Kathmandu

Explanation

Solution: Kathmandu is the permanent secretariat of the SAARC. SAARC Secretariat is based in Kathmandu, Nepal. It coordinates and monitors the implementation of activities, hosts meetings, and serves as a channel of communication between the Association and its member states as well as other regional organizations.

[#575] Which is the oldest paramilitary force in the country?
Correct Answer

(B) Assam Rifles

Explanation

Solution: Assam rifles is India's oldest paramilitary force, raised originally in 1835 as Cachar Levy. They perform many roles including the provision of internal security under the control of the army through the conduct of counter insurgency and border security operations. Assam Rifles is known as “Sentinels of the Northeast”.