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[#101] The institution of Lokayukta was created first in Maharashtra in the year
Correct Answer

(B) 1971

Explanation

Solution: The institution of Lokayukta was created first in Maharashtra in 1971. Maharashtra was the first state to introduce the institution of Lokayukta through The Maharashtra Lokayukta and Upa-Lokayuktas Act in 1971.

[#102] In which year Murlikant Petkar won India's first Gold Medal in Paralympic
Correct Answer

(B) 1972

Explanation

Solution: In 1972 Murlikant Petkar won India's first Gold Medal in Paralympic. A veteran of the 1965 Indo-Pak War, Murlikant Petkar is the first Paralympic medallist of India. Murlikant Petkar won a gold medal at the 1972 Heidelberg Games in the men's 50m freestyle 3 events.

[#103] When did the Radio Club of Bombay make the first-ever broadcast in India?
Correct Answer

(B) 1923

Explanation

Solution: In June 1923 the Radio Club of Bombay made the first ever broadcast in the country. The Indian Broadcasting Company came into being on 23 rd July 1927, only to face liquidation in less than three years.

[#104] When was the construction of Gateway of India completed?
Correct Answer

(B) 1924

Explanation

Solution: The final design of the monument by architect George Wittet was sanctioned only in 1914, and construction was completed in 1924.

[#105] When was the governing body for cricket in Mumbai, "Mumbai Cricket Association" founded?
Correct Answer

(A) 1930

Explanation

Solution: Mumbai Cricket Association formerly known as Bombay Cricket Association was established in 1930 and is the governing body for cricket in Mumbai, Greater Mumbai, and Thane districts.