UPSC General Studies Sample Paper

done General Studies Sample Paper-1 Total Questions - 100    [Download]

• question_answer1)

  Which of the following Biosphere reserves in India are part of the World Network of Biosphere

  Reserves, based on the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme list?

  1. Sundarbans Biosphere Reserve

  2. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve

  3. Nokrek Biosphere Reserve

  4. Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve

  5. Simlipal Biosphere Reserve

  6. Achanakmar-Amarkantak Biosphere Reserve

  7. Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below,

  A)
   2, 3, 4 and 5    
  done clear
  B)
          1, 4, 6 and 7
  done clear
  C)
   I, 2, 3, 5 and 7
  done clear
  D)
          All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer2)

  Which of the following statements regarding CITES are correct?

  1. It lists several species of animals and birds in which trade is prohibited.

  2. USA is not a party to the convention.

  3. It is also known as Washington Convention.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1 and 2
  done clear
  B)
          2 and 3
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer3)

  Consider the following statements regarding 2011 census.

  1. Kerala has registered the lowest growth rate of population in 2011 census.

  2. The Northern part of the India has recorded high growth rate of population than Southern India.

  3. The decadal growth rate of India's population is recorded higher than previous census.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer4)
  Which of the following pairs are incorrectly matched?

  1. Hadis	Sayings and doings of the prophet
  2. Zawabit	Islamic law
  3. Fatwa	Islamic legal decision
  4. Farman	Rules and regulations framed by the sultans
  5. Shariat	Royal order

  Codes
  A)
   1, 2 and 3                    
  done clear
  B)
   2, 3 and 4          
  done clear
  C)
   2, 4 and 5                    
  done clear
  D)
   1, 3 and 5
  done clear
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• question_answer5)

  Consider the following statements regarding the Fundamental Rights described in the Constitution.

  1. Laws seeking to give effect to Fundamental Rights can be made by both Parliament and State Legislatures.

  2. Any of the Fundamental Rights given in Part III of the Constitution can be amended by Parliament.

  3. All the Fundamental Rights are applicable only against the actions of the state and not those of private (individuals.

  4. All Fundamental Rights are negative in nature i.e. they impose restrictions upon the actions of others.

  Which of the statements) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   1, 2 and 4                    
  done clear
  B)
   Only 2            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   3 and 4
  done clear
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• question_answer6)

  Which of the following factors have led to the decline in the working of Indian Parliament?

  1. Growth of delegated legislation.

  2. Low level of attendance in Parliament.

  3. Frequent promulgation of ordinances.

  4. Frequent amendment of the Constitution.

  5. Set block in Parliamentary behaviour and ethics.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1, 2, 3 and 5                
  done clear
  B)
   1, 3, 4 and 5       
  done clear
  C)
   2, 3 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   1, 3 and 5
  done clear
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• question_answer7)

  Consider the following about Mudiyettu form of traditional theatre.

  1. It is the traditional theatre of Tamil Nadu.

  2. It enacts the mythological battle between 'Kali' and demon Darika.

  3. In 2010, Mudiyettu was recognised by UNESCO in the list of intangible cultural heritage.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer8)

  Consider the following statements, with reference to Bharat Stage Emission Standards.

  1. These are emission standards instituted by the Government of India to regulate the output of at pollutants from internal combustion engine equipment, including motor vehicles.

  2. The stoppage of production of Maruti-800 is because of regulation of emission.

  3. At present India has adopted Bharat Stage -V emission norms.

  4. Under Bharat Stage - III, two wheelers were allowed to emit upto1g/km of carbon monoxide.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1, 2 and 3                    
  done clear
  B)
   1, 3 and 4          
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer9)

  Arrange the following mountain ranges of Peninsular India from North to South.

  1. Maikala range

  2. Balaghat range

  3. Kaimur range

  4. Ajanta range

  Codes
  A)
   3, 1, 4, 2                     
  done clear
  B)
   1, 2, 3, 4           
  done clear
  C)
   3, 1, 2, 4                     
  done clear
  D)
   1, 2, 4, 3
  done clear
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• question_answer10)

  Consider the following statements.

  1. These are the most widespread forests of India. They are also called the monsoon forests and spread over the region receiving rainfall between 70 cm and 200 cm.

  2. Teak is the most dominant species of this forest, Bamboos, Sal, Shisham, Sandalwood, Khair, Kusum Arjun, Malberry are other commercially important species.

  To which type of forests in India does above description refer to?

  A)
   Tropical deciduous forests
  done clear
  B)
   Tropical rain forests
  done clear
  C)
   Montane forests
  done clear
  D)
          Montane forests
  done clear
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• question_answer11)

  The ultrasound technique is used frequently in obstetrics instead of X-rays based techniques. What are the principles behind this?

  1. Ultrasound is a non-ionising imaging technique.

  2. Ultrasound gives a clear picture of soft tissues, which do not show up in X-rays.

  3. Ultrasound causes almost no health problems (for a mother or unborn foetus).

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   2 and 3
  done clear
  B)
          1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer12)

  Consider the following statements regarding 21st Law Commission of India.

  1. It constituted for a period of 3 years with effect from 1st September, 2015 to 31st August, 2018.

  2. It undertake research in law and review of existing laws in India for making reforms therein and enacting new legislations.

  3. The Secretary Department of Legal Affairs is the only ex-officio member of the commission.

  4. Its function is to suggest enactment of new legislations to implement the Directive Principles and to attain the objectives set out in the Preamble of the Constitution as well.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1, 2 and 3        
  done clear
  B)
          1, 3 and 4 
  done clear
  C)
   2, 3 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer13)

  Consider the following statements, with reference to Liquid Apogee Motor (LAM).

  1. It refers to a rocket motor that is regularly employed on artificial satellites destined for a geostationary orbit.

  2. They often employ bipropellant engine.

  3. India's GSAT-SP will use LAM in its mission.

  Which of the statements) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   1 and 3
  done clear
  B)
          1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   Only 1             
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer14)
  Which of the following is the reason for considering insider trading as harmful to the domestic economy and illegal?
  A)
   It hurts the economic growth of a nation, increases inflation and Current Account Deficit (CAD)
  done clear
  B)
   It results in crash of the security markets which are so vital for channeling savings in the domestic economy
  done clear
  C)
   It distorts the level-playing field between investors in the stock market and makes the markets susceptible to heavy speculation
  done clear
  D)
   Speculation by individual investors is illegal and hurts the retail investors
  done clear
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• question_answer15)

  Consider the following statements related to NITI Aayog.

  1. NITI Aayog is non-constitutional non-statutory body as Planning Commission was.

  2. NITI Aayog will enjoy more financial powers than Planning Commission.

  3. All members of the NITI Aayog will be full time members.

  Which of the statements) given above is/are incorrect?

  A)
   Only 3             
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   1 and 3
  done clear
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• question_answer16)
  Which of the following did not follow in the wake of the extensive tour undertaken by Mahatma Gandhi during 1933-34 in the cause of the upliftment of the Harijans?
  A)
   Admission of the untouchables to the Guruvayur, temple in Kerala
  done clear
  B)
   Admission of the untouchables to the Golden Temple at Amritsar
  done clear
  C)
   Introduction of legislation in the Central Legislative Assembly for the abolition of untouchability
  done clear
  D)
   Introduction of legislation in the Madras legislature for the abolition of untouchability
  done clear
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• question_answer17)

  Consider the following statements about the gradual increase in rural indebtedness in India under the British rule was due to

  1. fragmentation of landholdings.

  2. decline of cottage industries.

  3. lack of development of irrigational facilities.

  4. introduction of cash crops.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1, 2 and 3                    
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 4             
  done clear
  C)
   1, 3 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer18)

  Which statements regarding Savanna region are Correct?

  1. Savanna is a tropical grassland.

  2. Savanna eco-region is also called world's paradise of hunters.

  3. In Savanna region trees are sparse and chemo-resistance.

  4. Savanna eco-regions has maximum biodiversity.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2 and 3                    
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer19)

  What are the ways, in which the union exercises control over State Legislation?

  1. Certain bills passed by the State Legislature have to be compulsorily reserved by the Governor for the consideration of the President.

  2. Governor can also reserve State Bills for the consideration of the President, if he feels that the bills are against the constitutional provisions, if it is opposed to the Directive Principles of State Policy.

  3. Certain category of Money Bills passed by the State Legislature have to be compulsorily reserved for the consideration of the President.

  4. During financial emergency, Money Bills of State Legislatures need prior recommendation of the President before being introduced.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1 and 2
  done clear
  B)
          1, 2 and 3         
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 4           
  done clear
  D)
   1, 3 and 4
  done clear
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• question_answer20)

  Which of the following statements is not one of the effects of proclamation of National Emergency on Fundamental Rights of citizens?

  1. Fundamental Rights under Article 19 get automatically suspended under any proclamation Of National

  Emergency.

  2. Fundamental Right except those under Article 20 and 21 can be suspended by the President under emergency through his order.

  3. Any law made by Parliament under an emergency cannot be declared to be void on the grounds that, i1 violates a Fundamental Rights under Article 19.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1 and 2
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   Only 3 
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer21)

  Consider the following statements regarding black soils.

  1. These are poor in nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and organic matter and rich in potash and lime.

  2. These are porous, friable in nature.

  3. These suited for dry farming as it does not require much moisture.

  4. These soils expand when wet and become difficult to plough.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1, 2 and 3                    
  done clear
  B)
   2, 3 and 4.         
  done clear
  C)
   1, 3 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer22)
  Which one of the following is the correct sequence of dynasties of Delhi Sultanate in the order of early medieval history to middle medieval history?
  A)
   Slave dynas.ty, Khiljis, Tughlaqs              
  done clear
  B)
   Tughlaqs, Mameluks, Khiljis
  done clear
  C)
   Khiljis, Slave dynasty, Tughlaqs             
  done clear
  D)
   Tughlaqs, Slave dynasty, Khiljis
  done clear
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• question_answer23)
  Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Himalayan Yew?
  A)
   Bird species known for its long beautiful white feathers
  done clear
  B)
   A sub-species of owl which is bigger in size than any other owl species in the world
  done clear
  C)
   A medicinal plant known from which world famous anti-cancer drug is produced
  done clear
  D)
   None of the above
  done clear
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• question_answer24)

  Which of the following statements about Agenda 21 is/are correct?

  1. Agenda 21 is a binding action plan of the United Nations with regard to sustainable development.

  2. The '21' in Agenda 21 refers to the 21 important points that are need to be implemented by all the countries,

  3. In 2012, at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development the attending members reaffirmed their commitment to Agenda 21 in their outcome document called 'The Future We Want'.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3
  done clear
  C)
   Only 3             
  done clear
  D)
          All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer25)

  One of the key features of many flagship schemes such as MGNREGA and NRLM is that they are 'Demand Driven'. Which of the following is/are the characteristic(s) of a demand driven programme?

  1. The process is driven from the grassroots of the society.

  2. Highly centralised planning.

  3. Implementation is largely done by the Central Government.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   Only 1                
  done clear
  B)
                     1 and 2
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3               
  done clear
  D)
                      All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer26)

  Consider the following statements about India Water Week (IWW)-2016.

  1. It is based on the theme 'Water for All: Striving Together'.

  2. International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID) plans to organise first 'India Irrigation Forum 2016.'

  3. Conceptualised and organised for the first time in 2012, the India Water Week is an annual forum where the Ministry of Water Resources strategies for conservation, preservation and optimum use of available water.

  Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3             
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer27)

  Consider the following statements about honey.

  1. It is a food stored by bees in their hives.

  2. Honeybees transform nectar into honey by a process of regurgitation and evaporation.

  3. Most microorganisms do not grow in honey because of its high water activity.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   1and 2            
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer28)
  Which of the following pair(s) is/are correctly matched?

  1. Revenue assignments	Bhoga or Fief
  2. Twice born or privileged	Dvija
  3. Untouchables	Antyaja
  4. Marriage according to norm	Pratilom
  Codes

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   1, 2 and 3
  done clear
  C)
   Only 3             
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer29)

  Consider the following statements regarding Madurai - Coimbatore - Bengaluru region.

  1. It is a predominantly cotton and sugarcane growing region.

  2. Mettur hydel power project provide energy to this region.

  3. The region also support heavy industries such as heavy engineering, locomotive and heavy electricals.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer30)

  Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?

  1. As the distance from the sea increases, people experience extreme weather conditions. This condition is known as Continentality.

  2. Ocean currents along with onshore winds affect the climate of the coastal areas.

  3. The pressure and wind system of any area depend on the latitude and altitude of the place. Thus, influences the temperature and rainfall pattern.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   Only 1             
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer31)
  Which of the following pairs is incorrectly matched?

  Traditional Puppets

  Region

  A)

  Tholu Bommalata

  Andhra Pradesh

  done clear
  B)

  Putui Naeh

  Bengal

  done clear
  C)

  Togalu Gombeyatta

  Kerala

  done clear
  D)

  Yampuri

  Bihar

  done clear
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• question_answer32)

  Consider the following statements about the Government of India Act, 1858.

  1. The East India Company's control came to an end.

  2. The Board of Directors was abolished.

  3. The basic court of proprietors came to an end.

  4. Secretary of state became a member of British Cabinet.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   2 and 3
  done clear
  B)
                      1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   None of these
  done clear
  D)
          All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer33)

  Consider the following statements regarding Biomes.

  1. Biomes are classified on the basis of climatic parameters only.

  2. Biomes are unaffected by human activities.

  3. Each biome type occurs in every continent except Antarctica.

  Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?

  A)
   Only 2             
  done clear
  B)
          1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer34)

  Which of the following climatic factors regulate decomposition in the natural environment?

  1. Soil moisture

  2. Temperature

  3. Wind

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer35)
  Which of the following mission mode projects are exclusively implemented by the State Governments under National e-Governance Plan?

  1. Education	2. Health
  3. PDS	4. Agriculture
  5. Insurance	6. Banking
  7. Road transport

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
  A)
   2, 4 and 5                    
  done clear
  B)
   1, 2, 3 and 6       
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2, 3, 4 and 7
  done clear
  D)
          1, 3 and 4
  done clear
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• question_answer36)

  Consider the following statements with reference to the distribution of volcanoes around the world.

  1. The Atlantic costs have many active volcanoes.

  2. The Pacific ocean has highest number of active volcanoes in its coasts thanks to folded and faulted land forms.

  Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   Only 1             
  done clear
  B)
   Only 2
  done clear
  C)
   Both 1 and 2                
  done clear
  D)
   Neither1nor 2
  done clear
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• question_answer37)

  Consider the following proposals.

  1. All parties would be allowed to express their stance on the partition and their views before the plebiscite.

  2. Division, if required, should be by plebiscite by the total population. The participants of plebiscite should be decided based on education, wealth and social status.

  3. The transfer of population, if any would be absolutely on a voluntary basis.

  Which of the above proposals were include in C Rajgopalachari formula (1944)?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer38)

  Consider the following statements.

  1. The Godavari is largest peninsular river and also known as Dakshin Ganga.

  2. It originates Mahabaleshwar in Shahyadri.

  3. Its major part is navigable.

  Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   Only 1             
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer39)

  Consider the following statements regarding the borrowing powers of the Union and the States.

  1. The Union Government has unlimited powers to borrow from anywhere and for any amount.

  2. State Governments can borrow from outside India, but only with the permission of the centre.

  3. State Governments have unlimited powers to borrow from inside India.

  Which of the statements) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   Only 1             
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   None of these
  done clear
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• question_answer40)
  40.      

  Which of the following statements regarding the Department Related Standing Committees are correct?

  1. These committees are meant only for scrutinising the budget during the recess of Parliament in the budget session.

  2. The members of these committees are elected based on proportional representation by a single transferable vote.

  3. The report of the committee on budgetary proposals can contain recommendations for cut motions also.

  4. All these committees function under the Lok Sabha.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   3 and 4            
  done clear
  C)
   All of these                   
  done clear
  D)
   None of these
  done clear
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• question_answer41)

  Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct regarding Eutrophication?

  1. It decreases the Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD).

  2. It is caused only due to human activities.

  3. It increases the biomass of the phytoplanktons.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3             
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   Only 3
  done clear
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• question_answer42)
  A soil affected by intensive leaching and rich in iron oxide, aluminium compound and potash, but poor in organic matter, nitrogen, phosphate and calcium, making it unsuitable for cultivation and is commonly found in which of the following Indian states?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Kerala

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Uttar Pradesh

  5. Haryana

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   4 and 5           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2 and 3                    
  done clear
  D)
   1, 2, 3 and 5
  done clear
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• question_answer43)

  Consider the following statements about the Odissi dance.

  1. Odissi evolved independently apart from the tenets of Natyashastra.

  2. Its techniques combine two basic postures of Chowk and Tribhanga.

  3. The 'Chowk' is a very masculine stance with the weight of body equally balanced.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer44)

  Consider the following statements regarding Saline soils.

  1. Saline soils also known as Usara soils occur in arid and semi-arid region and in water logged and swampy areas.

  2. Their structure ranges from sandy to loamy. They lack in nitrogen and calcium

  3. In the areas of intensive cultivation with excessive use of irrigation, especially in areas of green revolution the fertile alluvial soils are becoming saline soils.

  Which of the statements] given above is/are correct?

  A)
   Only 1             
  done clear
  B)
   Only 2            
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer45)
  .

  The main objective of the National Development Council is

  1. to promote common economic policies in all vital spheres.

  2. to strengthen and mobilise the efforts and resources of the nation in support of the plan.

  3. to ensure balanced and rapid development of all parts of country.

  4. to secure cooperation of states in execution of the plan.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2 and 3                    
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer46)

  Which of the following statements regarding the Right to Equality in the chapter on Fundamental Rights in the Constitution are incorrect?

  1. Equality before the law is an absolute right.

  2. Equality of opportunity can be violated in favour of women.

  3. Abolition of titles means titles given by foreign countries also.

  4. Constitution provides for exceptions to right to equality in favour of backward castes.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   1, 2 and 3         
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   3 and 4
  done clear
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• question_answer47)

  Consider the following statements about Bihu festivals of Asom.

  1. The Bihu festivals are associated with different farming seasons of Asom.

  2. Assamese celebrate three types of Bihus namely Rongaali Bihu, Kaati Bihu and Magh Bihu.

  3. These three Bihus mark distinct phases of the wheat crop grown in Asom.

  4. Rongaali Bihu marks the starting of Assamese newyear

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1, 2 and 3                    
  done clear
  B)
   3 and 4            
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer48)

  Consider the following statements in respect of the Regulating Act of 1773.

  1. The tenure of the Council members depended on the pleasure of the Governor-General.

  2. The Governor-General in Council was empowered with the provision of casting vote.

  3. The Governor-General in Council was vested with civil and military powers.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 3            
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer49)

  Which of the following local winds are warm winds?

  1. Mistral

  2. Chinook

  3. Foehn

  4. Sirocco

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  B)
   1, 3 and 4          
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 4           
  done clear
  D)
   2, 3 and 4
  done clear
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• question_answer50)

  Which of the following statements) is/are correct regarding Block mountains?

  1.  Block mountains are created when large areas are broken and displaced vertically.

  2. The uplifted blocks are termed as graben and the lowered blocks are called horsts.

  3. The Aravali range in India is one of the oldest Block mountain systems in the world. The range has considerably worn down due to the processes of erosion.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   Only 1             
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer51)
  Which of the following statements correctly defines the Phillips curve?
  A)
   It shows the relationship between tax revenue collection and tax rate
  done clear
  B)
   It indicates the variation of productivity of a firm with the change in the capital investment
  done clear
  C)
   It shows the relationship between per-capita income and population
  done clear
  D)
   It shows the relationship between the rate of inflation and rate of unemployment
  done clear
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• question_answer52)

  Consider the following statements.

  1. The anti-defection law gives for the first time a clear-cut constitutional recognition to the political parties.

  2. The total number of Minister including the Prime Minister in the Central Council of Minister shall not exceed 10% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha.

  Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?

  A)
   Only 1
  done clear
  B)
                      Only 2            
  done clear
  C)
   Both 1 and 2                
  done clear
  D)
   Neither1nor 2
  done clear
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• question_answer53)

  Consider the following statements with reference to digestion in grass eating animals.

  1. They quickly swallow the grass and store it in a separate part of the stomach called rumen.

  2. Partially digested food in the rumen is called cud.

  3. In ruminants, the cellulose of the food is digested by the action of certain bacteria which are not present in humans.

  Which of the statements given above are collect?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer54)

  Consider the following statements about Indian Nationalist Army (INA).

  1. INA or Azad Hind Fauj was founded by Subhash Chandra Bose with the help of Japanese in 1942 ii

  Singapore.

  2. INA was initially composed of the captured Indian army soldiers at Malaya.

  3. Subhash Chandra Bose silently left Calcutta in January 1941 and reached Singapore where he was given the title of 'Netaji'.

  Which of the statements] given above is/are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   Only 2
  done clear
  C)
   Only 3             
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer55)

  Consider the following about the Amrita Devi Bishnoi Wildlife Protection Award.

  1. Tribal people of Rajasthan who protect wildlife in the desert regions.

  2. Individuals or communities from rural areas that have shown extraordinary courage and dedication ii protecting wildlife.

  3. People who practice Transhumance in the forest and hilly regions who protect traditional knowledge.

  Which of the statements) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   Only 2             
  done clear
  C)
   All of these                   
  done clear
  D)
   None of these
  done clear
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• question_answer56)

  Consider the following statements regarding Mission Indradhanush.

  1. It is a mission under the Ministry Health and Family Welfare.

  2. It is a mission to achieve full immunisation coverage for all children by 2020.

  3. Mission aims to cover all those children who are either unvaccinated or are partially vacinated against seven preventable diseases.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   All of these                   
  done clear
  D)
   None of these
  done clear
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• question_answer57)

  Which of the following methods were included in the nationalist  programme during Non-Cooperation movement?

  1. Surrender of titles.

  2. Boycott of English education.

  3. Boycott of courts of law.

  4. Boycott of foreign clothes.

  5. Non-payment of taxes.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   2, 3 and 5                    
  done clear
  B)
   1, 3, 4 and 5       
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 4           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer58)

  Consider the statements regarding Gupta Period.

  1. During this period, many new towns were raised, all old towns were fortified or atleast strengthened and no old towns declined in North India.

  2. Guptas possessed a large quality of gold and issued purest quality of gold coins.

  3. Images of Vishnu, Shiva and other Hindu Gods were fashioned for the first time during this period.

  Which of the statements) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   Only 3             
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  D)
   1 and 3
  done clear
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• question_answer59)

  Which of the following factor(s) is/are responsible for West Bengal being the largest producer of Jute in India?

  1. It experiences high temperature and receives high rainfall.

  2. Annual flood-silts provide natural fertiliser.

  3. It has the highest concentration of Jute mills.

  4. It is located at the seaport.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
  Only 3
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2 and 3                    
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer60)

  How is the independence of the Supreme Court ensured in the Constitution?

  1. Retired judges of Supreme Court are prohibited from taking up public office.

  2. Expenses of the Supreme Court are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.

  3. Supreme Court has complete freedom to appoint any of its staff without interference.

  4. Parliament can extend the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court, but cannot curtail the same.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 4           
  done clear
  C)
   2, 3 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   3 and 4
  done clear
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• question_answer61)

  The Act of 1935, is one of the most important landmarks in the Constitutional History of India, Which of the following statements are correct about it?

  1. It provided for the establishment of an All-India Federation consisting of provinces and princely States as units.

  2. The federation never came into being as the princely states did not join it.

  3. It provided for the adoption of dyarchy at the provinces.

  4. It provided for the establishment of a Federal Court, which was set up in 1937.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1, 2 and 3                    
  done clear
  B)
   1, 2 and 4 
  done clear
  C)
   1, 3 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer62)

  Which of the following statements about life expectancy are correct?

  1. It is the number of years that an average person can expect to live.

  2. Women tend to have a higher mortality rate at every age.

  3. Life expectancies are also used when determining the value of a life settlement, a life insurance policy sold for a cash asset.

  4. Life expectancy is one of the factors in measuring the Human Development Index (HDI) of each nation.

  5. Lindy effect and Glasgow effect are theories related to life expectancy.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1, 3 and 4        
  done clear
  B)
          2, 3 and 5         
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   1, 3, 4 and 5
  done clear
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• question_answer63)

  Consider the following statements.

  1. India ranks third in the production of cereals after Brazil and Ukraine.

  2. India ranks second in the production of rice after China.

  3. India ranks first in the production of pulses.

  Which of the statements) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   Only 1             
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  C)
   Only 3             
  done clear
  D)
   1 and 3
  done clear
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• question_answer64)
  Which of the following pairs are incorrectly matched?

  Mineral	Region
  1. Coal	Damodar valley
  2. Copper	Singhbhum
  3. Uranium	Kullu
  4. Natural gas	Karnataka

    Codes
  A)
   1 and 4           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 4            
  done clear
  C)
   1, 3 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   Only 4
  done clear
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• question_answer65)

  Which of the following statements are correct?

  1. The vascular tissue for the transport of water and nutrients in the plant is called the xylem.

  2. Veins are the vessels which carry carbon dioxide-rich blood from all parts of the body back to the heart.

  3. Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to all parts of the body.

  4. The arteries have thin walls whereas the veins have thick elastic walls.

  5. The food synthesised by leaves has to be transported to all parts of the plant. This is done by the vascular tissue called the phloem.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   2 and 4
  done clear
  B)
          1, 3 and 4          
  done clear
  C)
   1, 3 and 5                    
  done clear
  D)
   1, 2, 3 and 5
  done clear
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• question_answer66)

  Consider the following statements about the policy of Doctrine of lapse.

  1. Lord Dalhousie used 'Doctrine of Lapse' as a chief instrument for expansion of Birtish territories in India.

  2. Under two 'Doctrine of Lapse' the Indian state was not allowed to pass on to an adopted heir, unless prior approval of British.

  3. Apart from Jhansi, Nagpur and Satara were annexed using this doctrine.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer67)

  Consider the following statements.

  1. The green plants in a terrestrial ecosystem capture about only 1% of the solar energy falling on their leaves.

  2. Only 10% of the energy is transferred from one trophic level to the other via the food chain.

  3. The lower trophic levels house greater number of individuals than the higher levels.

  Which of the statements) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   Only 2             
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer68)
  The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, was established on 8th August, 1967 in Bangkok, Thailand, with the signing of the ASEAN Declaration (Bangkok Declaration) by the Founding Fathers of ASEAN, namely Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand. What is its motto?
  A)
   All For One, One For All                   
  done clear
  B)
   One Vision, One Identity, One Community
  done clear
  C)
   World Is Our Family                       
  done clear
  D)
   Cooperation For World's Development
  done clear
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• question_answer69)

  Consider the following statements regarding Kisan Vikas Patra Scheme.

  1. The scheme will provide facility of unlimited investment by way of purchase of certificate from post office in various denominations.

  2. The certificates can also be issued in single or joint names and can be transferred from one person to any other person.

  3. The facility of transfer from one post office to another anywhere in India and of nomination will also be available under the scheme.

  Which of the statements) given above is/are incorrect?

  A)
   Only 1             
  done clear
  B)
   Only 3            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   None of these
  done clear
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• question_answer70)

  Examine the following statements regarding the administration of scheduled and tribal areas in the Constitution.

  1. Distinction between scheduled and tribal areas is made on the basis of forest and non-forest tribes.

  2. Any law made by Parliament can be excluded from application to a scheduled area by the Governor.

  3. Governor is free to increase or decrease the size and change the name of autonomous district councils in tribal areas.

  Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2                       
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   Only 1
  done clear
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• question_answer71)

  Consider the following statements regarding Gram Nyayalayas set up under the Gram Nyayalaya Act.

  1. Gram Nyayalayas have powers of both Civil and Criminal courts.

  2. Awards of Gram Nyayalayas cannot be appealed in Higher courts.

  3. Plea bargaining has also been enabled in Gram Nyayalayas.

  4. Gram Nyayalayas are required to follow procedures under Indian Evidence Act.

  5. Jurisdiction of Gram Nyayalayas is the same as the District court and Sessions court.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1, 2 and 5                    
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 4           
  done clear
  D)
   3, 4 and 5
  done clear
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• question_answer72)

  Consider the following statements about Manipuri dance

  1. With the arrival of Vaishnavism, popular Radha Krishan theme of Rasleela evolved in Manipuri.

  2. Manipuri dance is accompanied by Kirtan.

  3. Thang-Ta is a martial art performed by the male dancers of Manipuri.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2                       
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer73)
  Which of the following pairs are not correctly matched?

  Agreement	Signed in
  1. CITES	Washington, USA
  2. UNFCCC	Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  3. Convention on Biological Diversity	Nagoya, Japan
  4. Convention on Nuclear Safety	Berlin, Germany

  Codes
  A)
   1 and 4           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   3 and 4           
  done clear
  D)
   1 and 3
  done clear
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• question_answer74)

  Which of the following can be a form of economic 'Protectionism' by India?

  1. Visa restriction for foreign nationals.

  2. Preferential market access policies for domestic industries.

  3. Discouraging FII.

  4. Increasing custom duties on imported goods and services.

  5. Increasing custom duties on exported goods and services.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   2, 3 and 5                    
  done clear
  B)
   1, 2 and 3          
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   1, 3 and 4
  done clear
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• question_answer75)

  Consider the following types of nuclear reactors.

  1. Pressurised Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR)

  2. Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR)

  3. Advanced Heavy Water Reactor (AHWR)

  Arrange the above types of nuclear reactors based in the chronological order as per India's three stage nuclear power programme.

  A)
  1, 2, 3              
  done clear
  B)
   1, 3, 2   
  done clear
  C)
              2, 3, 1             
  done clear
  D)
   3, 1, 2
  done clear
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• question_answer76)

  Consider the following statements regarding Crimean Peninsula.

  1. Crimean Peninsula is washed by Black Sea and Sea of Azov.

  2. Crimean Peninsula borders with Ukraine in the North and separated from Russia by Kerch strait in the East.

  3. The Black Sea parts of Crimea provide quick access to the Eastern Mediterranean Balkans and Middle East.

  4. Sevastopol port is the base of NATO Navy Black Sea fleet.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 4            
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2 and 3                    
  done clear
  D)
   2, 3 and 4
  done clear
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• question_answer77)
  First Round Table Conference convened in London in November, 1930. Ramsay Macdonald was its Chairman. Congress was not a participant of it. Who came to Gandhiji to persuade him to meet Lord Irwin and negotiate a settlement in the name of Congress?
  A)
   BR Ambedkar   
  done clear
  B)
   Tej Bahadur Sapru
  done clear
  C)
   Ghanshayam Das Biria
  done clear
  D)
   CY Chintamani
  done clear
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• question_answer78)

  Consider the following statements regarding the Union Finance Commission.

  1. The Chairman of Finance Commission is required to have wide experience or expertise in any one of public finance, administration, economics etc.

  2. Finance Commission recommendations are binding on the government.

  3. Terms of reference of the Finance Commission are exhaustively listed in the Constitution.

  4. It also has to consider the recommendations made by the various State Finance Commissions.

  Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3
  done clear
  C)
   1, 2 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   Only 4
  done clear
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• question_answer79)

  Which of the following factors affect surface air temperature?

  1. Latitude

  2. Altitude

  3. Cloud cover

  4. Land/Water heating differences

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1 and 3
  done clear
  B)
   1, 2 and 3           
  done clear
  C)
   2, 3 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer80)

  Consider the following soil conservation methods.

  1. No-tillage farming is planting without removing the existing plant cover and previous crop residues.

  2. Minimum tillage farming is ploughing only along edges of croplands to reduce soil loss from water; runoff.

  3. Gully reclamation is seeding gullies with quick-growing plants and using check dams of manure and straw to reduce erosion.

  Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   Only 2             
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer81)

  Consider the following statements in the context of Ayyappa Temple.

  1. The hill temple of Lord Ayyappa in Shabarimala is Situated in the Eastern ghats.

  2. The temple is open to all devotees irrespective of caste, creed, religion or social status.

  3. Girls and women between 10 and 50 years of age are not allowed to visit the temple to facilitate strict observance of celibacy in the temple complex.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer82)

  Consider the following statements about the Central Electronics Limited (CEL).

  1. It is a public sector enterprise of the department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.

  2. It is one of the top producers of single crystalline silicon solar cells in the world.

  3. Its emphasis is on indigenous technology inducted both from its in-house development and from the national laboratories.

  Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?

  A)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  B)
   Only 2             
  done clear
  C)
   Only 3             
  done clear
  D)
   None of these
  done clear
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• question_answer83)

  Consider the following statements about following musical forms of Carnatic music.

  1. Gitam are the scholarly and complex compositions in the Tamil and Telugu languages.

  2. There are many intricate variations in the music of Gitam.

  3. A notable feature of Gitam is the existence of Matrika Padas.

  Which of the statements) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2
  done clear
  B)
   Only 2         
  done clear
  C)
   Only 3             
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer84)

  Consider the following statements with reference to eutrophication.

  1. It is the natural aging of a lake by biological enrichment of its water.

  2. As the lake's fertility increases with more incoming nutrients, plants and animal life burgeons, and organic remains begin to be deposited on the lake bottom.

  3. Eutrophication increases oxygen and hence contributes to over production of phytoplankton.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer85)

  Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?

  1. The Net primary productivity in an ecosystem is calculated by reducing the respiratory loss from the gross primary productivity.

  2. Eutrophication is the process of excessive depletion of nutrients in an aquatic ecosystem.

  3. About 90% energy is transferred from the lower tropic level to the higher tropic level.

  4. Primary and secondary succession in an ecosystem are always a natural process.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1, 2 and 4                    
  done clear
  B)
   1, 3 and 4         
  done clear
  C)
   Only 1             
  done clear
  D)
   Only 4
  done clear
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• question_answer86)

  Consider the following statements regarding the solar water heater.

  1. The copper pipes are used for the solar water heaters.

  2. The pipes are used for heating and are in the spiral shape.

  3. The pipes are painted with black colour.

  4. It works on the principle of greenhouse effect. Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1, 3 and 4                    
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer87)
  Which of the following pair(s) is/are correctly matched?

  Resource	Country
  1. Largest natural gas reserves	USA
  2. Largest oil reserves	Saudi Arabia
  3. Largest coal reserves	Russia

  Codes
  A)
   I and 2            
  done clear
  B)
   Only 2             
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   AH of these
  done clear
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• question_answer88)

  Hormones are classified in which of the following chemical groups?

  1. Polypeptide

  2. Steroid

  3. Amino-acid derivative Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   Only 2             
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer89)
  Which of the following pairs are correctly matched?

  1. Strachey Commission	Famine
  2. Hartog Committee	Education
  3. Eraser Commission	Police Reforms

  Codes
  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer90)

  Consider the following statements regarding delegation of functions between the union and states.

  1. States cannot delegate any of their administrative powers lo the union.

  2. Union can delegate any function on the State Government even without taking the consent of the latter.

  3. Functions of Union Government can be delegated upon a State Government even without takinj permission from the Union Parliament.

  Which of the statements] given above is/are correct?

  A)
   Only 1                                   
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 2               
  done clear
  D)
                 1 and 3
  done clear
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• question_answer91)

  Consider the following statements regarding citizenship in India.

  1. Provisions relating to termination and renunciation of Indian citizenship are also provided in the Constitution.

  2. Any Indian citizen of full age can renounce his citizenship voluntarily.

  3. Citizenship of a person can also be taken away by the Central Government in public interest.

  4. Questions relating to determination of citizenship can only be determined by the Supreme Court.

  Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   1, 2 and 3
  done clear
  C)
   Only 3 
  done clear
  D)
   3 and 4
  done clear
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• question_answer92)

  Consider the following statements about Basel Convention.

  1. This international treaty was signed explicitly to prevent transfer of hazardous wastes from it developed countries to developing and less developed countries.

  2. This international treaty talks the nuclear wastes and hazards.

  3. As per this convention, a waste is called hazardous waste if it is defined as hazardous in the law importing country only.

  Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  A)
   Only 1             
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer93)
  Which of the following pairs are correctly matched?

  Folk Song	Region
  1. Kajri	Uttar Pradesh
  2. Chhakri	Punjab
  3. Mando	Goa
  4. Pankhida	Rajasthan

  Codes
  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   1, 3 and 4
  done clear
  C)
   2, 3 and 4                    
  done clear
  D)
   None of these
  done clear
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• question_answer94)

  Consider the following actions.

  1. Increasing interest rates.

  2. Introduction of Inflation-Indexed National Saving Securities (IINSSs) for retail investors.

  3. Increasing excise duty on gold.

  4. Permitting FBI in multi-brand retail trading.

  Which of the above are the steps taken by RBI to counter inflation?

  A)
   1 and 4               
  done clear
  B)
                       1, 3 and 4
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 2               
  done clear
  D)
                     2, 3 and 4
  done clear
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• question_answer95)

  With reference to spectrum management, consider the following statements.

  1. The purpose of spectrum management is to mitigate radio spectrum pollution and maximise the benefit of usable radio spectrum.

  2. Spectrum and satellite orbits are scarce natural resources, which are prone to harmful interference, hence exclusively managed by the governments.

  3. Spectrum management is the process of regulating the use of radio frequencies to promote efficient use and gain a net social benefit.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer96)

  Which of the following statements meets the objective of the Zonal Councils.

  1. To achieve motional integration of the country.

  2. To secure some kind of political equilibrium between different regions of the country.

  3. To enable the centre and states to cooperate with each other in social and economic matters.

  Which of the statements given above are correct?

  A)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  B)
   1 and 2
  done clear
  C)
   2 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer97)

  Which of the following are narrowly utilitarian arguements for conserving biodiversity?

  1. Biodiversity plays a major role in many ecosystem services that nature provides.

  2. Humans derive countless direct economic benefits from nature such as food (cereals, pulses, fruits), fire wood fibre, construction material (tannins), lubricants, dyes, resins, perfumes) and products of medicinal importance.

  3. With increasing resources put into 'bioprospecting' nations endowed with rich biodiversity can expect to reap enormous benefits.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1 and 2           
  done clear
  B)
   2 and 3            
  done clear
  C)
   1 and 3           
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer98)

  Which of the following are examples of primary pollutants?

  1. Sulphur Dioxide

  2. Peroxyacetyl Nitrate (PAN)

  3. Particulate matters

  4. Carbon Monoxide

  5. CFC

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   1, 2 and 4                    
  done clear
  B)
   1, 3 and 5      
  done clear
  C)
   I, 4 and 5                    
  done clear
  D)
   All of these
  done clear
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• question_answer99)
  Which of the following is not a function of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)?
  A)
   To promote exchange rate stability
  done clear
  B)
   To assist in the elimination of foreign exchange restrictions
  done clear
  C)
   To provide loans to member nations to boost their export competitiveness
  done clear
  D)
   To assist member nations by temporarily providing financial resources to correct Balance of Payments (BoP) Crisis
  done clear
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• question_answer100)

  Which of the following is not goal of 12th Five Year Plan (2012 ? 17) regarding population of India?

  1. Reducing Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) to one per thousand livebirths.

  2. Reducing Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) to twenty-five per thousand livebirths.

  3. Raising Child Sex Ratio (0-6 years) to 950 by the end of the plan.

  4. Reducing Total Fertility Rate (TFR) to 2.1 by the end of the plan.

  Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  A)
   Only 2             
  done clear
  B)
   Only 3             
  done clear
  C)
   3 and 4           
  done clear
  D)
   None of these
  done clear
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