1266: In the year 1613, where was the English East India Company given permission to set up a factory (trading post) ?
(a) Bangalore
(b) Madras
(c) Masulipattam
(d) Surat
1267: The group of small pieces of rock - revolving round the sun between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter are called
(a) meteors
(b) comets
(c) meteorites
(d) asteroids
1268: With reference to Manipuri Sankirtana, consider the following statements:
1. It is a song and dance performance.
2. Cymbals are the only musical instruments used in the performance.
3. It is performed to narrate the life and deeds of Lord Krishna.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3.
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1 only
1269: Which one of the following types of erosion is responsible for the formation of Chambal Ravines ?
(a) Splash
(b) Sheet
(c) Rill
(d) Gully
1270: Which one of the following types of glass can cut off ultraviolet rays ?
(a) pyrex glass
(b) Soda glass
(c) Crookes glass
(d) Jena glass