CMAT Temporary CMAT GK Questions

(A) The study of the universe is known as Cosmology. This is CORRECT. Cosmology is the branch of science that deals with the origin, evolution, and structure of the universe.

(B) The study of dreams is known as Oneirology. This is CORRECT. Oneirology specifically refers to the scientific study of dreams and the processes involved in dreaming.

(C) The study of the beauty of humans is known as Osteology. This is NOT CORRECT. Osteology is the study of bones, not human beauty. The study of human beauty is more related to aesthetics or physiognomy.

(D) The study of cells is known as Arthrology. This is NOT CORRECT. Arthrology is the study of joints, while cytology is the correct term for the study of cells.

(E) The study of blood is known as Hepatology. This is NOT CORRECT. Hepatology is the study of the liver, whereas haematology is the study of blood.

Therefore, (A) and (B) are the only correct statements.

Cricket is the national game of AUSTRALIA. While it is very popular in India, it is not India's official national game, and Russia has not declared cricket as its official sport. Ping pong (table tennis) is the unofficial national game of China. 

A. Bharatanatyam is a famous Tamil Nadu dance. This is CORRECT. Bharatanatyam is recognised as one of India's oldest and most important classical dance forms, deeply rooted in the traditions and temples of Tamil Nadu. 

B. Rukmini Devi is a famous Bharatanatyam artist. This is CORRECT. Rukmini Devi Arundale was a pivotal figure in the 20th century who championed the revival and purification of Bharatanatyam, transforming it into a widely respected classical stage art. 

C. Kathakali is a famous dance of Andhra Pradesh. This is NOT CORRECT. Kathakali is the elaborate classical dance-drama form that originated in the state of Kerala. The correct classical dance of Andhra Pradesh is Kuchipudi.

D. Birju Maharaj is associated with Kathakali as an artist. This is NOT CORRECT. Pandit Birju Maharaj was a globally celebrated master and leading exponent of the North Indian classical dance form, Kathak. He was not associated with Kathakali, which is a dance from Kerala.

E. The theme of Mohiniyattam dance is love and devotion to God. This is CORRECT. Mohiniyattam, the graceful classical dance of Kerala, focuses on the Lasya (feminine) style, with its core thematic elements being Sringara (love) and Bhakti (devotion). 

Thus, (A), (B), and (E) are CORRECT. 

(A) White Revolution is related to Milk production. This is CORRECT. It is related to milk production. It was a major dairy development program in India, also known as Operation Flood, that transformed the country from a milk-deficient nation into the world's largest milk producer.

(B) Black Revolution is related to Honey production. This is NOT CORRECT. It is related to increasing petroleum and crude oil production to achieve self-sufficiency in the energy sector. It is also associated with biodiesel production through the blending of ethanol with gasoline.

(C) Blue Revolution is related to leather production. This is NOT CORRECT. It is related to fisheries and aquaculture, focusing on increasing fish and aquatic organism production and productivity from both inland and marine sources.

(D) The Yellow Revolution is related to oilseed production. This is CORRECT. It is related to the production of oilseeds, with the primary goal of achieving self-sufficiency in edible oils in India. 

Therefore, (A) and (D) are the only correct statements.

The soil formed by the weathering of a crystalline and metamorphic mixture of clay and sand is Red soil. It is characterised by its high iron oxide content, which gives it its reddish colour. This weathering process primarily occurs on crystalline and metamorphic rocks.

Alluvial soil is formed from the deposition of silt, sand, and clay carried by rivers. It is typically found in river plains and deltas.

Black soil is formed from the weathering of volcanic rocks, particularly basaltic lava flows. It is rich in clay minerals and has a high water-holding capacity.

Laterite soil is formed in tropical areas with high temperatures and heavy rainfall. It is rich in iron and aluminium oxides due to intense leaching.