576: Which one of the following is a non-metallic mineral?
(a) Manganese
(b) Magnesium
(c) Gypsum
(d) Bauxite
577: With reference to the British colonial rule in India, consider the following statements:
1. Mahatma Gandhi was instrumental in the abolition of the system of indentured labour
2. In Lord Chelmsfords War Conference, Mahatma Gandhi did not support the resolution on recruiting Indians for World War.
3. Consequent upon the breaking of Salt Law by Indian people, the Indian National Congress was declared illegal by the colonial rulers.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
578: The sculpture with the three faces of Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh known as 'Trimurti' appears in:
(a) Ajanta caves
(b) Ellora caves
(c) Kalva caves
(d) Elephanta caves
579: Radio carbon dating process is used to know the age of:
(a) Fossils
(b) Plants
(c) Rocks
(d) All of these
580: If you travel through the Himalayas, you are likely to see which of the following plants naturally growing there?
1. Oak
2. Rhododendron
3. Sandalwood
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3