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Atal Setu, which is in news recently, is built across which river in Goa?
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Answer: Option B
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It is constructed by the GIDC and engineering and construction major Larsen and Toubro. This is the third bridge across Mandovi River. It is named as ATAL SETU in memory of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpeyee.
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The State Bird of Goa is
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Answer: Option C
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The State Bird of Goa is Yellow-Throated Bulbul. The flame throated bulbul is a member of the bulbul family of passerine birds and the state bird of Goa. It is found only in the forests of the Western Ghats in southern India.
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What's the name of Goa was refereed in Mahabharata?
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Answer: Option A
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Govarashtra of Goa was refereed in Mahabharata. Gomanta was a kingdom mentioned in the epic Mahabharata. It was an extension of the kingdom of Yadavas at Dwaraka. It is identified to be the Goa state of India, situated in the western coast. It was the southernmost extent of the region, occupied by the Yadava clans, finding explicit mention in Mahabharata.
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Which one is the first product of Goa to receive GI (Geographical indication) tag
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Answer: Option C
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Cashew feni is the first product of Goa to receive GI tag. Feni is a brew made from coconut or cashew fruits. It is the first liquor product in the country to obtain 'Heritage Drink' status and got its GI certification in 2000. Feni was first manufactured in Goa in the 1600s, after the Portuguese imported the cashew plant from Brazil to India.
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Country's First Cashless State -
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Answer: Option A
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Goa will become the first cashless state in India. People are buying perishables like meat, fish, vegetables or everything by using their phones.
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Identify the state that classified its country liquor as Heritage Spirit of state on 17 March 2016.
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Answer: Option A
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Goa government has classified Feni, country liquor as the heritage spirit of the state. In this regard, state government has opined not categories it as country liquor as it is presently defined under the Goa Excise Duty Act, 1964. State government also has proposed to bring an amendment to the Act to change the status.
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The historic Aguada fort is located in ________.
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Answer: Option A
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The historic Aguada fort is located in Goa. Built in 1612 and the most prized structure the Portuguese built in Goa, Fort Aguada is an iconic structure that stands at the mouth of River Mandovi, looking out upon open seas, standing sentry to passing times.
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Which one of the following is the goal of Scientific Management?
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Answer: Option C
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Higher industrial efficiency is the goal of Scientific Management. Scientific management is a theory of management that analyzes and synthesizes workflows. Its main objective is improving economic efficiency, especially labor productivity.
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The State Animal of Goa is
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Answer: Option A
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The State Animal of Goa is Gaur. The gaur, also known as the Indian bison, is a bovine native to South and Southeast Asia.
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Which one is officially recognised State mammal of Goa
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Answer: Option A
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