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1731. Which of the following chemical substances is not found in tobacco, smoking/inhaling of which may be dangerous for human beings ?
A. Nicotine
B. Tar
C. Carbon Monoxide
D. Ammonium Sulphate
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1732. In which of the following countries the widow of one ex-president defeated the son of another ex-president to capture the presidency ?
A. Romania
B. Tanzania
C. Ethiopia
D. Panama
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1733. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has resolved to eradicate polio globally by the year .............
A. 1999
B. 2001
C. 2002
D. 2005
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1734. Why was Sheikh Hasina Wajed of Bangladesh recently in news ?
A. She has been re-elected as the Prime Minister after General Elections in the country in March 99.
B. She will be the Chief Guest in forthcoming Independence Day of India celebrations in August 99.
C. She has expressed her willingness to keep Bangladesh separate from all SAARC activities as she is very unhappy with the role of member countries.
D. She is one of the recipients of he UNESCO peace prize for 1998.
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1735. The two highest gallantry awards in India are
A. Param Vir Chakra and Ashok Chakra
B. Pram Vir and Vir Chakra
C. Ashok Chakra and Maha Vir Chakra
D. Pram Vir Chakra and Maha Vir Chakra
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