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[#251] When was Hong Kong leased to Britain for 99 years by China
Correct Answer
(A) 1898
Explanation
Solution: In formal terms the answer lies in the second Convention of Peking, signed on 9 June 1898. The ailing Qing Dynasty leased the New Territories to Britain for 99 years, starting 1 July 1898. The new additions were to make up 90 per cent of Hong Kong's land mass. The term of 99 years was fixed almost casually.
[#252] The Parliament of Great Britain was formed in the year
Correct Answer
(A) 1707
Explanation
Solution: The Parliament of Great Britain was formed in 1707 following the ratification of the Acts of Union by both the Parliament of England and the Parliament of Scotland.
[#253] Which city is known as the birthplace of the Renaissance
Correct Answer
(A) Florence
Explanation
Solution: Florence is often named as the birthplace of the Renaissance. The early writers and artists of the period sprung from this city in the northern hills of Italy. As a center for the European wool trade, the political power of the city rested primarily in the hands of the wealthy merchants who dominated the industry.
[#254] During 18th century who among the following philosophers said these famous words? "Man is born free but is every where in chains."
Correct Answer
(C) Jean Jacques Rousseaou
Explanation
Solution: The forous quote " Man is born free botis every where in chains " is given by fomous philosopher Jean Jacques Rousseaou.
[#255] The Battle of the Hydaspes was fought by Alexander the Great against
Correct Answer
(C) King Porus
Explanation
Solution: The Battle of the Hydaspes was fought in 326 BC between Alexander the Great and King Porus of the Paurava kingdom on the banks of the river Jhelum (known to the Greeks as Hydaspes) in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent (modern-day Punjab, Pakistan).