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56. The educational system of today promotes "educated unemployment". The reason is that

  • Option : D
  • Explanation :

    The present education system often focuses more on theoretical knowledge than skill-based or vocational training. As a result, many graduates find themselves unemployed despite being educated, as they lack the practical skills required in the job market.

    Option A: education gives theoretical knowledge only
    Correct but limited; this is one of the reasons.

    Option B: professional education is not a part of education
    Partly true; lack of integration of vocational and professional training adds to the problem.

    Option C: the objective of education is not vivid
    Also valid; unclear goals in education lead to misalignment with job market needs.

    Option D: all of these
    Correct; it combines all the above factors causing educated unemployment.

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57. In the school, "education on environment" can be imparted by

  • Option : D
  • Explanation :

    Real environmental education comes from action. When teachers and students adopt sustainable practices themselves—like reducing plastic use or planting trees—it sets a real example and enhances learning.

    Option A: lectures
    Limited impact unless backed by action.

    Option B: articles
    Useful for awareness but not as effective as practice.

    Option C: sports
    Not directly related unless integrated with environmental themes.

    Option D: adopting it ourselves
    Correct; leading by example reinforces environmental responsibility.

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58. Indian Institute of Advanced studies is located in

  • Option : A
  • Explanation :

    The Indian Institute of Advanced Study is a premier research institution located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. It is known for humanities and social sciences research.

    Option A: Shimla
    Correct; this is the official location.

    Option B: Solan
    Incorrect; it hosts other institutions, but not IIAS.

    Option C: Dharamshala
    Incorrect; known for Tibetan government-in-exile and monasteries.

    Option D: Chandigarh
    Incorrect; known for other educational institutes like Panjab University.

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59. Air Force Administrative College is situated in

  • Option : B
  • Explanation :

    The Air Force Administrative College (AFAC) is located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It trains officers in administration and logistics.

    Option A: Hyderabad
    Incorrect; it has Air Force establishments, but not AFAC.

    Option B: Coimbatore
    Correct; official location of AFAC.

    Option C: Bidar
    Incorrect; known for Air Force flying training, not administration.

    Option D: Agra
    Incorrect; houses Air Force bases, but not the administrative college.

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60. Indian School of Mines is situated at

  • Option : B
  • Explanation :

    The Indian School of Mines (now part of IIT Dhanbad) is located in Dhanbad, Jharkhand. It specializes in mining, earth sciences, and engineering.

    Option A: Patna (Bihar)
    Incorrect; Patna has other universities like Patna University.

    Option B: Dhanbad (Jharkhand)
    Correct; home of Indian School of Mines.

    Option C: Kolkata (W. Bengal)
    Incorrect; hosts other prestigious institutions but not ISM.

    Option D: Guwahati (Assam)
    Incorrect; IIT Guwahati is a different institution.

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