Questions from Basic General Knowledge
861. Who started the Public Works Department in India in AD 1848?
Lord Dalhousie
862. When it is P.M. in Tokyo, what is the time at Panama Canal which is located at 180° W of it ?
8.00 A.M.
863. What is the word used to describe the shape of earth?
Oblate spheroid
864. The Roman festival of Hilaria is equal to what modern day?
April Fools Day
865. How many time in a year Sun shines vertically on the equator?
Twice a year
866. Who is the author of “ Tharishunilam”?
Madhavikutty (Kamala Surayya)
867. Who is the creator of the famous character “Dorian Gray”
Oscar Wilde
868. Which are the seven churches in Kerala founded by St.Thomas?
Maliankara; Palayur; Kottakkavu; Kokkamangalam; Quilon; Niranam and Nilakkal.
869. In colourful diamond; Why are different colours present?
Due to impurities
870. Which is the largest mustard oil growing state?
U.P.
