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[#211] Super conductivity is a phenomenon in which the resistance of a substance
Correct Answer

(D) becomes zero at very low temperature

Explanation

Solution: Super conductivity is a phenomenon in which the resistance of a substance becomes zero at very low temperature. Superconductors are solids that at low temperatures exhibit zero resistance to the flow of electrical current, a phenomenon known as superconductivity. The temperature at which the electrical resistance of a substance drops to zero is its superconducting transition temperature (T c).

[#212] The Africa fund (Action for Resisting Invasion, Colonialism and Apartheid) under India's leadership was instituted by
Correct Answer

(B) NAM

Explanation

Solution: The Africa fund (Action for Resisting Invasion, Colonialism and Apartheid) under India's leadership was instituted by NAM. The Africa Fund was set up in 2001 to make a difference to communities we had met in East Africa. It came on the back of 7 years of visits we had made to churches in Uganda, and then later Kenya, Tanzania & Dr Congo, and from the outset has set out to work through relationship with trusted individuals and groups.

[#213] Rohinton Baria Trophy is associated with
Correct Answer

(C) cricket 'Inter-University'

Explanation

Solution: Rohinton Baria Trophy is associated with cricket 'Inter-University'. The All-India Inter-University Cricket Championship held for the Rohinton Baria Gold Trophy (or simply, Rohinton Baria Trophy) is India's premier inter-university cricket tournament. It has been contested annually since the 1935/36 season.

[#214] Rangaswamy Cup is associated with
Correct Answer

(D) hockey

Explanation

Solution: Rangaswamy Cup is associated with hockey. Introduced in 1928, the Rangaswami Cup, was originally known as Inter-Provincial Tournament meant to pick up players for the national team for the Olympics.

[#215] Rare Earth factory is situated in
Correct Answer

(B) Alwaye (Kerala)

Explanation

Solution: Rare Earth factory is situated in Alwaye (Kerala). Rare Earths Division (RED), Udyogamandal, Aluva is located on the banks of river Periyar in Kerala at a distance of 12 km from the Port city of Kochi and 15 km from Kochi International Airport. RED is an exclusive value adding chemical plant, wherein high pure individual rare earth compounds are produced.