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[#151] The branch of science that studies cells is called
Correct Answer

(A) cytology

Explanation

Solution: The branch of science that studies cells is called cytology. It is that branch of science which deals with the structural and functional organisation of cell. It is also known as cell biology.

[#152] The country's first indigenously built missile boat was
Correct Answer

(A) INS Vibhuti

Explanation

Solution: The country's first indigenously built missile boat was INS Vibhuti. INS Vibhuti is a Veer-class corvette, currently in active service with the Indian Navy.

[#153] The first launch of the missile 'Trishul' was made in
Correct Answer

(D) September, 1995

Explanation

Solution: The first launch of the missile 'Trishul' was made in September, 1995. The Trishul missile project was commissioned in 1983 as a part of Integrated Guided Missile Development Program. The project was to be completed by 1992 and the missile would be fitted to Brahmaputra-class frigates as an anti-sea skimmer.

[#154] The corps of Military Police central school is situated at
Correct Answer

(A) Bangalore

Explanation

Solution: Corps of Military Police Centre and School, Bangalore is a very popular college in the state of Karnataka. Corps of Military Police Centre and School, Bangalore was established in 1939. It is one of the leading college in Defence Services.

[#155] The first permanent Indian oceanographic station, 'Dakshin Gangotry' during Antarctic Expedition, was set up in
Correct Answer

(A) April/March 1984

Explanation

Solution: The first permanent Indian oceanographic station, 'Dakshin Gangotry' during Antarctic Expedition, was set up in April/March 1984. Dakshin Gangotri was the first Indian scientific research base station established in Antarctica, as a part of the Indian Antarctic Program. Located at a distance of 2,500 kilometres from the South Pole, it was established during the third Indian expedition to Antarctica in 1983/84.