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[#351] Which of these is a modified underground stem?
Correct Answer

(C) Potato

Explanation

Solution: Potato is a modified underground stem. In potato plant slender branches develop from the underground part of the stem and grow more or less horizontally beneath the surface of the soil.

[#352] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
Correct Answer

(A) Florence Nightingale

Explanation

Solution: Florence Nightingale is known as Lady with the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.

[#353] International Youth Day is observed on -
Correct Answer

(C) August 12

Explanation

Solution: International Youth Day is observed on August 12. First observed on August 12, 2000, the day marks an awareness day and draws attention to a given set of cultural and legal issues surrounding youth.

[#354] Which is the highest civilian award in India?
Correct Answer

(D) Bharat Ratna

Explanation

Solution: Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award in India. Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian honour, given for exceptional service towards advancement of Art, Literature and Science, and in recognition of Public Service of the highest order.

[#355] The first meeting of the SAARC was opened in
Correct Answer

(C) Dhaka, Bangladesh

Explanation

Solution: The first meeting of the SAARC was opened in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The first summit was held in Dhaka, Bangladesh on 6–8 December 1985 and was attended by the Government representative and president of Bangladesh, Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, the kings of Bhutan and Nepal, and the prime minister of India.