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[#251] The Prize that is awarded every two years to people who have worded for "Freedom of speech", is
Correct Answer
(D) Monismanien Swedish
Explanation
Solution: The Prize that is awarded every two years to people who have worded for "Freedom of speech", is Monismanien Swedish. Monismanien Prize for freedom of speech was founded by Swedish filmmaker Kenne Fant in 1975. Fant's movie Monismanien 1995 is set in a fictive post-World War III totalitarian state of the same name and portrays the effects of suppression of freedom of expression.
[#252] The origin of modern badminton is attributed to
Correct Answer
(B) Britain
Explanation
Solution: The origin of modern badminton is attributed to Britain. Modern badminton was started in mid 19th century. It was played by British officers in India.
[#253] The SAF (South Asian Federation) Game, as a part of the SAARC programme, was first held in
Correct Answer
(C) 1984
Explanation
Solution: The SAF (South Asian Federation) Game, as a part of the SAARC programme, was first held in 1984. From 1984 to 1987 they were held every year except 1986, as it was a year of Commonwealth Games and Asian Games. From 1987 onwards, they have been held every two years except for some occasions.
[#254] The normal threshold of hearing is around
Correct Answer
(D) 25-45 db
Explanation
Solution: The normal threshold of hearing is around 25-45 db.
[#255] The refrigerant commonly used for domestic refrigerators is
Correct Answer
(B) ammonia
Explanation
Solution: The refrigerant commonly used for domestic refrigerators is ammonia. Ammonia, frequently used commercially in large freezing and refrigeration plants is also called “anhydrous ammonia” because it contains almost no water (it is 99.98% pure).