PT Book 5000 75 - 94 2023 Final

10000 PT Questions Part – 4 of 4
TEST – 75 Which of the statements given above 3. He met with strong opposition from
is/are correct? orthodox element like Raja
1. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only Radhakant Deb.
regarding Monoclonal Antibodies: (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above
1. They are naturally produced by the is/are correct?
body to recognise germs. 6. Which of the following is/are favorable (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
2. They are a type of targeted cancer conditions for the formation and (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
therapy designed to interact with intensification of tropical cyclones?
specific target. 1. Large sea surface with temperature 11. Which of the following is/are not
Which of the Statements given above higher than 27 degree C. stipulated by the latest Plastic Waste
is/are correct? 2. Presence of Coriolis force. Management (Amendment) Rules
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. Large variations in the vertical wind 2021?
speed. 1. These rules are applicable on Brand-
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
4. A pre-existing weak-low-pressure owners as well as the Plastic waste
2. Consider the following statements area. processing facility.
regarding Exoplanets: Select the correct answer using the code 2. These rules clearly define Non-Woven
1. The farthest planets in our solar given below: plastic bags.
system are called exoplanets. (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only 3. There is prohibition on compostable
2. They can be hot or locked in deep (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 plastic commodities under these
freeze. rules.
3. Super-Earths are a type of exoplanets. 7. Consider the following statements: Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the statements given above 1. The figures in Ajanta caves were given below.
is/are correct? made using the fresco painting (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only technique. (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. In Ellora caves, Jain caves were
constructed by Yadava Dynasty. 12. Consider the following statements
3. Consider the following statements 3. Paintings in Bagh caves are more regarding Pardoning powers:
regarding “New Development Bank” spiritualistic rather than Materialistic. 1. The Pardoning power of the US
(NDB): Which of the statements given above President is “granted without limit”
1. It is a multilateral development bank is/are correct? and cannot be restricted.
established by members of Shanghai (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 2. The President of India can only grant
Cooperation Organization (SCO). (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 a pardon of punishment on the
2. It aims to mobilize resources for advice of the Cabinet.
infrastructure and sustainable 8. Consider the following statements: 3. If a state law prescribes a death
development projects in emerging 1. Buddhism does not recognize the sentence, the Governor can pardon
economies and developing countries. existence of god and soul. the sentence.
3. Recently, the bank has admitted 2. In comparison with Brahmanism, Which of the statements given above
Egypt as its new member. Buddhism was liberal and democratic. is/are correct?
Which of the statements given above 3. The use of Pali contributed to the (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
is/are correct? spread of Jainism. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only Which of the statements given above
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct? 13. In the Preamble of the Indian
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only Constitution, which of the following
4. With reference to geothermal energy, (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only objectives is not expressed?
consider the following statements: (a) Equality of the opportunity
1. It is a non-renewable source of 9. Consider the following statements (b) Economic liberty
energy. regarding the Charter Act of 1813: (c) Dignity of the individual
2. It is available throughout the year and 1. Christian missionaries were permitted (d) Social justice
is independent of seasonality. to come to India and preach their
3. India is the largest producer of religion. 14. Consider the following statements:
geothermal power in the world. 2. The Company’s monopoly over trade 1. Litmus solution is a blue dye which is
Which of the statements given above in India ended. extracted from lichen.
is/are correct? 3. Powers of the Board of Control were 2. All bases do not dissolve in water.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only further enlarged. 3. The process of dissolving an acid or a
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 only Which of the statements given above base in water is exothermic.
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above
5. With regard to 'Hope Spots', consider (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only is/are correct?
the following statements: (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
1. These are special places that are (c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
critical to the health of the ocean. 10. Consider the following statements
regarding Raja Ram Mohan Roy: 15. Consider the following statements
1
2. They are declared by the United

Nation Environment Programme. 1. He set up the Atmiya Sabha in regarding Hypersonic weapons:
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3. Eastern Himalayas and Western Ghats Calcutta. 1. These are manoeuvrable weapons
are the new Hope spots in India. v 2. He did not want to establish a new that can fly at speeds five times the
religion. speed of sound.
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2. Radars and air defences cannot 20. Which among the following objectives Which of the statement(s) given above
detect them even when they are government attempts to obtain by is/are correct?
close. Budget? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above 1. Reallocation of Resources (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
is/are correct? 2. Economic Growth
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. Reducing inequalities in income and 25. Consider the following statements
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 wealth regarding biodiversity hotspot:
4. Reducing regional disparities 1. A biodiversity hotspot is a
16. With reference to the Biological Select the correct answer using the code biogeographic region that is both
Weapons Convention (BWC), consider given below: threatened with destruction and is a
the following statements: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only significant reservoir of biodiversity.
1. It prohibits the development, (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 2. The Indian biodiversity hotspot
production and use of biological and includes Eastern ghats, Great
toxin weapons. 21. Consider the following statements: himalayas and Sundaland.
2. It was the first multilateral 1. In Gupta times and later, King was 3. These hotspots mainly consist of
disarmament treaty banning an entire considered as bhupati. plants and animals but do not include
category of weapons of mass 2. In the reign of Harshavardhana, birds.
destruction. public officials were paid in land Which of the statements given above
Which of the Statements given above revenue is/are correct?
is/are correct? 3. Hsuan Tsang describes the shudras as (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only agriculturists. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? 26. Consider the following statements
17. The term ‘M-Stripes’ sometimes seen (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only about aquatic ecosystem:
in news is related to: (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. A lotic ecosystem is a freshwater
(a) It is a Naval exercise between the ecosystem which includes a body of
Special forces of India and USA. 22. Consider the following statements standing water, seeps, ponds, basin
(b) It is a Naval exercise between the regarding Philosophy: marshes and lakes.
Special forces of India and Russia. 1. According to the early Samkhya 2. A lentic ecosystem can be any kind of
(c) It is a Naval exercise between the philosophy, the presence of divine moving water, such as a run, creek,
Army, Airforce and Navy of India. agency is not essential to the creation brook, river, or stream.
(d) None of the above. of the world. Which of the statements given above
2. Mimamsa literally means the school is/are correct?
18. With reference to National of analysis, was developed as a (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Monetization Pipeline (NMP), which of system of logic. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
the following statements is/are 3. According to the Nyaya school, the
correct? Vedas contain the eternal truth. 27. Consider the following statements
1. It provides a framework to generate Which of the statements given above regarding citizenship in India:
revenue by monetization of various is/are incorrect? 1. Indian citizen cannot have dual
government assets. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only citizenship
2. It aims to unlock value in Brownfield (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. Citizen by birth or by registration are
as well as Greenfield projects by treated equally in all matters
engaging the private sector. 23. With reference to the Global Alliance Which of the statements given above
3. Roads, railways and power sector for Climate Smart Agriculture is/are incorrect?
assets will comprise majority of the (GACSA), which of the following (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
total estimated value of the assets to statements is/are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
be monetized. 1. It is an initiative of the United Nation
Select the correct answer using the code Environment Programme. 28. Which of the following rights are
given below: 2. Membership of GACSA does not included under Article 19?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only create binding obligations. 1. Freedom of movement
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only 3. India is not a member of GACSA. 2. Right to acquire property
Select the correct answer using the code 3. Freedom of profession
19. With reference to Market Stabilisation given below. 4. Right to privacy
Scheme (MSS), which of the following (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only Select the correct answer using the code
statements is/are incorrect? (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 given below:
1. It aims to curb excess liquidity in the (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only
market by selling government 24. Consider the following statements (c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
securities. regarding ecological niche:
2. As per the scheme, only Scheduled 1. It represents the functional role of an 29. Consider the following Statements
Commercial Banks (SCBs) can issue organism in the ecological system. regarding Directive Principles of State
Market Stabilisation Bonds. 2. No two species are believed to have Policy:
2
Select the correct answer using the code the exact same niche. 1. It depicts the ideals that the state
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given below: 3. In general, species that have narrow should keep in mind while
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only or limited niches are considered to be formulating policies and enacting
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 specialist species. laws.
2. These are justiciable in nature.
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3. These help the courts in examining 35. Consider the following statements 1. Bacteria growing anaerobically on
the constitutional validity of a law. regarding the United Nations Security cellulosic material are called
Which of the statements given above Council (UNSC): methanogens.
is/are correct? 1. It is one of the UN’s six main organs, 2. These bacteria are also present in the
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only and is aimed at maintaining rumen of cattle.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only international peace and security. 3. These bacteria are commonly found
2. It consists of five permanent in the anaerobic sludge during
30. Consider the following Statements members and 10 non-permanent sewage treatment.
regarding Fundamental Duties: members elected by the General Which of the statements given above
1. Swaran Singh Committee Assembly for a term of five years. is/are correct?
recommended the inclusion of a 3. Both the permanent and non- (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only
separate chapter on fundamental permanent members have veto (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
duties in the Constitution. rights.
2. These are inspired from the Japanese Which of the statements given above 40. Consider the following statements
constitution. is/are incorrect? regarding Reforms under Cornwallis:
Which of the statements given above (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 1. The Sadar Nizamat Adalat was shifted
is/are incorrect? (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 to Calcutta.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. The collector was responsible only for
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 36. Consider the following statements: the revenue administration.
1. These are the most widespread 3. European subjects were not brought
31. Which one of the following best forests in India. under jurisdiction.
describes the term “Autotomy”? 2. They are also known as the monsoon Which of the statements given above
(a) Self-amputation forests. is/are correct?
(b) Genetic potential to regenerate 3. They spread over regions which (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(c) Self-fertilisation receive rainfall between 70-200 cm. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(d) Cell Death Which of the following forest type has the
above characteristics? 41. Consider the following statements
32. Consider the following statements
regarding the "Most Favoured Nation (a) Tropical evergreen forests about Great Indian Hornbill:
(MFN)" principle of World Trade (b) Tropical semi-evergreen forests 1. It is the state bird of Arunachal
Organization (WTO): (c) Tropical deciduous forests Pradesh and Kerala.
1. It allows a nation to give preference (d) Tropical thorn forests. 2. It has been listed as “endangered” by
to another nation in terms of trade the International Union for
over other trading partners. 37. Consider the following statements Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
2. Free Trade Agreements have been regarding Mappila Revolt: 3. It is a summer migratory bird.
exempted from the MFN principle. 1. The Mappilas were the Muslim Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above is/ tenants inhabiting the Malabar is/are correct?
are correct? region. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. Mappila movement was never (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 merged with the ongoing Khilafat
agitation. 42. With reference to the Bonn Challenge,
33. Consider the following statements: 3. The leaders of the Khilafat-Non- consider the following statements:
1. Insurance penetration is measured as Cooperation Movement never 1. It is a global effort for saving whales
the percentage of insurance premium addressed Mappila meetings. from illegal hunting.
to GDP Which of the statements given above 2. India is not a member of the Bonn
2. Insurance density is measured as the is/are correct? Challenge.
ratio of premium to total population (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above is/ (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct?
are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 38. Consider the following statements (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 regarding the Indian National
Congress: 43. Which of the following is/are forms of
34. Which among the following constitute 1. Kadambini Ganguly, the first woman Alternative Medicines?
part of Capital Account Transactions? graduate of Calcutta University, 1. Acupuncture
1. Private remittances and Transfers addressed the Congress session. 2. Ayurveda
2. Security market investments of the 2. Surendranath Banerjea and Ananda 3. Herbal Medicine
Qualified Foreign Investors (QFI) Mohan Bose were the main architects 4. Body manipulation
3. Foreign currency deposits of banks of the Indian National Conference. Select the correct answer using the code
4. Interest payments of loan taken from 3. Lala Lajpat Rai never believed in the given below:
World Bank ‘safety valve’ theory. (a) 3 and 4 only (b) 2 only
5. External bonds issued by the Which of the statements given above (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
is/are correct?
3
Government of India
Select the correct answer using the code (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 44. Consider the following statements
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given below: (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 regarding Aqua Regia:
(a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 5 only 1. It is always prepared in a ratio of
(c) 2, 3 and 5 only (d) 3 and 5 only 39. With reference to Methanogens, 1:1(HCl : Nitric Acid)
consider the following statements:
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2. It is a highly corrosive and fuming Which of the Statements given above Select the correct answer using the code
liquid. is/are correct? given below:
3. It can dissolve gold. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Which of the statements given above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 50. Which one of the following Indus 56. Which of the following sports were
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Valley Civilization sites is considered to included in the Khelo India Youth
be the largest site of Indus Valley Games 2021?
45. Consider the following statements Civilisation. Granary, cemetery, drains, 1. Gatka 2. Thang-Ta
regarding amendment of the terracotta bricks have been found 3. Mallakhamb 4. Kalaripayattu
constitution: here. It is called the provincial capital Select the correct answer using the code
1. Private member cannot introduce bill of Harappan civilisation. given below:
for amendment of the constitution. (a) Harappa (b) Mohenjodaro (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only
2. There is no provision for joint sitting (c) Rakhigarhi (d) Banawali (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
for passage of the bill.
Which of the statements given above 51. Consider the following statements: 57. Consider the following statements
is/are correct? 1. Harishena wrote a glowing account of about river Jhelum:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only the military exploits. 1. It is the longest tributary of the Indus
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Samudragupta believed in a policy of River.
peace and non-aggression. 2. It rises from a spring at Verinag
46. Consider the following statements 3. Ashoka never knew defeat, and situated at the foot of the Pir Panjal.
regarding Question Hour: because of his bravery and 3. It flows through Wular Lake.
1. The first hour of every parliamentary generalship, he is called the Which of the statements given above
sitting is slotted for question hour. Napoleon of India. is/are correct?
2. A short notice question is one that is Which of the statements given above (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
asked by giving a notice of more than is/are correct? (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
one month. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
3. A question can also be raised to (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 58. Which of the following is/are the
private members during Question purposes of DNA Technology Bill,
Hour. 52. Consider the following statements: 2019?
Which of the statements given above 1. The Election Commission is a 1. Enable identification of missing
is/are correct? permanent and independent body. children.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2. Election Commission recognizes a 2. Apprehend repeat offenders for
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 party as national or state party. heinous crimes.
3. Supreme Court decides on party 3. It does not include unidentified
47. Consider the following statements symbol disputes. deceased individuals in disaster.
regarding Capital Adequacy Ratio: Which of the statements given above Select the correct answer using the code
1. It is the percentage of total capital to is/are correct? given below:
the total risk—weighted assets of a (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 3 only
bank. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. Higher the Capital adequacy ratio,
lower is the safety of bank deposits. 53. Which of the following Protected 59. With reference to the Cartagena
Which of the statements given above Areas in India are recognized by Biosafety Protocol (CBP), consider the
is/are correct? UNESCO as World Heritage Sites? following statements:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. Manas Wildlife Sanctuary 1. It was negotiated under the aegis of
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Campbell National Park the Convention on Biological
3. Valley of Flower National Park Diversity.
48. ‘Logistics Performance Index’ is 4. Keoladeo National Park 2. It governs the movements of the
released by- Select the correct answer using the code hazardous waste across the border.
(a) World Bank given below. 3. India is a signatory but has not
(b) IMF (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only ratified the protocol.
(c) World Economic Forum (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Which of the statements given above
(d) United Nations Conference on Trade is/are correct?
and Development (UNCTAD) 54. With reference to India’s biodiversity (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
‘Chromolaena odorata, Cassia uniflora, (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
49. Consider the following statements Alternanthera philoxeroides’ are:
regarding Periodic Labour Force (a) Invasive Plants 60. Consider the following statements:
Survey (PLFS): (b) Insectivorous Plants. 1. The Constitution of India defines its
1. The survey is published by National (c) Ornamental Plants. ‘basic structure’ in terms of federalism
Statistical Office (NSO) under Ministry (d) None of the above. and democracy.
of Statistics & Programme 2. Parliament can amend the ‘basic
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Implementation. 55. Which of the following is/are the structure’ by special majority of 2/3rd
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2. Labour force includes both, those cause(s) of Climate change? votes of total number of members of
who are in workforce and those who 1. Burning of Fossil Fuels. both the houses.
are unemployed. 2. Changes in Solar Output. Which of the statements given above
3. Volcanic Activity. is/are correct?
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(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above 71. Consider the following statements
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is/are correct? regarding Lok Adalats:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 1. Lok Adalat is a statutory body.
61. “Liquidity Coverage Ratio” is defined (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. It is chaired by retired high court
as the ratio of: judge.
(a) High quality liquid assets to net cash 66. Consider the following statements 3. The Lok Adalat can deal with not only
outflow over a 30 days period regarding Khalji Dynasty: the cases pending before a court but
(b) High quality liquid assets to deposits 1. Mongols who settled near Delhi were also with the disputes at pre-litigation
of the public in the bank called the ‘New Musalmans’. stage.
(c) High quality liquid assets to total 2. Devagiri was invaded by Alauddin Which of the statements given above
lending of banks Khalji. is/are incorrect?
(d) None of the above 3. Alauddin Khalji decided to revive (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Balban’s policies of ruthless (c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
62. With reference to the Indian economy, governance.
which of the following can lead to Which of the statements given above 72. Consider the following statements
increase in cost-push inflation? is/are correct? regarding Contempt of Court:
1. Devaluation of currency (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 1. Contempt of court is nowhere
2. Reducing taxes and duties (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 defined in the constitution.
3. Rise in wages 2. Criminal contempt means wilful
4. Natural disasters 67. Consider the following statements: disobedience to any judgement,
Select the correct answer using the code 1. Orogenic process involves uplift or order, writ or other process of a court.
given below. warping of large parts of the earth’s Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only crust and is a mountain building is/are correct?
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only process. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
2. Epeirogenic process involves (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
63. Consider the following statements mountain building through severe
regarding Chinese traveller Hiuen 73. Consider the following statements:
folding and affecting long and narrow
Tsang: 1. Hydrarch succession takes place in
belts of the earth’s crust.
1. He visited India during the period of wetter areas and the successional
Which of the statements given above
emperor Harsha. series progresses from hydric to
is/are correct?
2. He described there was no purdah- mesic conditions.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only
system and women were provided 2. Xerarch succession takes place in dry
education. areas and the series progresses from
3. He described there was complete 68. The defense exercise “Konkan Shakti xeric to mesic conditions.
tolerance among people of all 2021” was held between: Which of the statements given above
religious faiths. (a) India-USA (b) India-France is/are correct?
Which of the statements given above (c) India-UK (d) India-Singapore (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
is/are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 69. In the context of economy, which of
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 the following statements best explains 74. Which one of the following categories
the theory of “Trickle Down Effect” of ‘Fundamental Rights incorporated
64. Consider the following statements (a) Tax rate cuts and benefits for for Freedom from attending religious
regarding Indo-Islamic architecture: corporations and the wealthy will instruction or worship in certain
1. The decorative techniques used educational institutions?
trickle down to everyone else
mosaic designs, pietra dura and lapis (a) Right to freedom
(b) Increasing tax rates will increase the
lazuli. (b) Right against exploitation
overall revenue of the government
2. The engineering features of these (c) Right to freedom of religion
(c) General tax reduction across the
buildings were the domes, arches and (d) Cultural and educational rights
board will increase the tax buoyancy
minarets. in the economy
Which of the statements given above is/ 75. Consider the following statements
(d) Benefits of efficient tax administration
are correct? regarding the economic impact of
will reduce the chances of tax evasion British Rule in India:
1. The destruction of textile competition
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 70. With reference to the 'Tree Cities of the
of India is a glaring example of the
World' programme, consider the
65. Consider the following statements de-industrialisation of India.
following statements:
regarding Government of India Act, 2. Indian-built ships were refused to be
1. It is one of the initiatives of the Food
1935: considered as ‘British-registered
and Agriculture Organisation (FAO).
1. Dyarchy in the provinces was vessels’.
2. Recently Mumbai has become the
abolished and provinces were given 3. The British allow the Indian steel
first city in India to be recognized as a
autonomy. industry to grow.
Tree City of the World.
2. The India Council of the Secretary of Which of the statements given above
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State was abolished. is/are incorrect?

is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
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3. There was a provision for joint sitting (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
in cases of deadlock between the (b) 3 only
houses. (c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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76. Consider the following statements (a) Making India one of the leading (c) Sarkaria Commission
regarding the Wardha Scheme of Basic destinations for foreign direct (d) National Commission to Review the
Education: investment Working of the Constitution
1. Congress had organised a National (b) Boost bilateral trade between India
Conference on Education in 1937. and Sweden 86. Which of the following organisations
2. Zakir Hussain committee formulated (c) Boost Merchandise exports of India publishes the ‘State of Global Climate
a detailed national scheme for basic (d) Boost bilateral trade between India Report ’?
education. and ASEAN Nations (a) Yale University and Columbia
3. The main principle behind this University
scheme was ‘learning through 82. Consider the following statements (b) United Nation Environment
activity’. with reference to Remission of Duties Programme
Which of the statements given above and Taxes on Exported Products (c) World Meteorological Organisation
is/are correct? (RoDTEP): (d) International Union for Conservation
(a) 1 only (b) 3 only 1. RoDTEP Scheme is primarily a of Nature and World Wide Fund for
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 replacement of Merchandise Exports Nature.
from India Scheme (MEIS).
77. Which among the following Temples is 2. Re-exported products are not 87. Consider the following statements
not dedicated to Lord Shiva? eligible under this scheme regarding Dual Government in Bengal:
1. Veerabhadra Temple 3. Special Economic Zone Units and 1. Robert Clive introduced the dual
2. Hoysaleswara temple Export Oriented Units are also not system of government.
3. Padmanabhaswamy Temple eligible to claim the benefits under 2. The Company acquired the diwani
Select the correct answer using the code this scheme functions from the emperor and
given below: Which of the statements given above Nizamat functions from the subahdar
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only is/are correct? of Bengal.
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only Which of the statements given above
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct?
78. Consider the following statements: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. Weather is the momentary state of 83. Consider the following Statements: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
the atmosphere. 1. These are the most explosive volcanos
2. Climate is the average of the weather of the earth. 88. With reference to Sher Shah’s
conditions over a longer period of 2. They don’t build tall structures after Administration, Which of the following
time. its eruption. pairs are correctly matched?
Which of the statements given above 3. Its magma chamber supplying lava is 1. Diwan –i- Wizarat - Foreign Minister.
is/are incorrect? huge and within close vicinity. 2. Diwan-i-Ariz - in charge of Army.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the following volcanoes is best 3. Diwan-i-Rasalat - in charge of
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 described by above statements? Revenue and Finance.
(a) Caldera 4. Diwan-i-Insha - Minister for
79. Which of the following statements is (b) Shield Volcanoes Communications.
correct with respect to the “profundal (c) Flood Basalt Select the correct answer using the code
zone” in a lake? (d) Composite Volcanoes given below:
(a) The phytoplankton grows in (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only
abundance in this zone. 84. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 3 and 4 only
(b) It is the deepest part of the lake. regarding merits of the parliamentary
(c) The sunlight does not reach this zone. system: 89. Consider the following statements
(d) The rooted vegetation is found in this 1. Parliamentary system provides regarding Messenger RNA (mRNA)
zone. responsible government Vaccines:
2. It provides stable government 1. mRNA vaccines teach cells to make a
80. With reference to Central Pollution 3. It has wide representation in the protein to trigger an immune
Control Board (CPCB), consider the executive response.
following statements: Which of the statements given above 2. mRNA enters the nucleus of the cell
1. It was constituted under the Air is/are correct? and can influence the genes of the
(Prevention and Control of Pollution) (a) 1 only (b) 2 only body.
Act, 1981. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above
2. Its functions and powers are under is/are correct?
the Water (Prevention and Control of 85. Which one of the following (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Pollution) Act, 1974. commissions suggested that a balance (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. One of the main aims of CPCB is to of power between states inter se is
improve to prevent, control or abate desirable and this is possible by 90. Consider the following statements
air pollution in the country. equality of representation in the Rajya regarding Narrow Band Internet of
Which of the statements given above Sabha. This requires amendment of the Things (NB-IOT):
is/are correct? relevant provisions to give equality of 1. This is the world’s first satellite-based
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(c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only irrespective of their population size? 2. This is indigenously developed by
(a) Second Administrative Reforms Skylo which will connect with BSNL’s
81. “Time for India Campaign” is often Commission infrastructure.
seen in the news, it is related to: (b) Punchhi Commission 3. NB-IOT will not include seas.
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is/are correct? regarding Payment Banks in India:
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 1. It aims to spread payment and 1. Consider the following statements:
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 financial services to small business, 1. Orchids growing on the branches of
low-income households, migrant other trees are an example of
91. Which of the following are erosional labour workforce. Commensalism.
glacial landforms? 2. Payment banks can issue Debit Cards. 2. Grazing cattle in grass exposing the
1. Cirque 2. Arêtes 3. Payment Banks can accept demand insects to the birds is an example of
3. Drumlins 4. Moraines deposits up to Rs 20 lakh only. Amensalism.
Select the correct answer using the code Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above
given below: is/are correct? is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 4 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
92. Which one of the following best 97. With reference to characteristics of 2. Which of the following statements
describes the term “Seigniorage”: Market Economy, consider the is/are correct about Fishing Cats?
(a) The income generated by the Central following statements:
1. It is endemic to India and is mostly
Bank on account of money creation 1. Individuals and Private firms make the
found in floodplains, deltas and
(b) The expenditure incurred by Central major decisions about production
coastal wetlands.
Bank on account of money creation and consumption.
2. It has been listed as ‘endangered’
(c) The backup of physical gold required 2. Firms produce those commodities
under the Red List of IUCN.
to print currency notes that yield highest profits.
3. Promotion of aquaculture and shrimp
(d) It is the nominal value of all the Which of the statements given above
farming in the wetlands has suddenly
currency notes and coins is/are correct?
led to an increase in their population.
Select the correct answer using the code
93. Consider the following pairs: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
given below:
Five Year Plans - Area of Focus
(a) 1 and 2 only
1. First Plan - Heavy industries and 98. Which of the following statement is
(b) 2 only
capital goods correct regarding the scheme “Nirvik”?
(c) 1 and 3 only
2. Second Plan- Agriculture, irrigation (a) It is an insurance scheme for the
(d) None of the Above.
and power projects exporters
3. Third Plan - Regional development (b) It aims to provide easy credit to
3. “Pharo hylaeus lactiferous” recently
Which of the pairs given above is/are women entrepreneurs
seen in the news is -
correctly matched? (c) It is a scheme to promote indigenous
(a) An invasive alien species.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only plant variety conservation
(b) A rare bee.
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (d) It is related to MSME credit
(c) A rare and critically endangered plant
species found near the Teesta river
94. Consider the following statements 99. Consider the following pairs:
valley.
regarding Non-Residential External National Park - States
(d) None of the above.
(NRE) Account: 1. Pakhui - Assam
1. The account can be maintained in any 2. Indravati - Chattisgarh
4. Which of the following statements
freely convertible currency. 3. Dampa - Mizoram
is/are correct?
2. The interest and principal are non 4. Amrabad - Andhra Pradesh
1. The molecules of air and other fine
taxable and freely repatriable. Which of the pairs given above are
particles in the atmosphere have size
Which of the statements given above correctly matched?
smaller than the wavelength of visible
is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only
light.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
2. The phenomenon of scattering of
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 3 and 4 only
light by the colloidal particles is called
(d) 1 and 4 only
as Tyndall effect.
95. With reference to ‘Startups in India’,
Select the correct answer using the codes
consider the following statements: 100.Consider the following statements
given below:
1. An entity is considered as startup up regarding characteristics of Intensive
to a period of 10 years from the date Subsistence Agriculture in India:
1. In this type of agricultural practice (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
of its incorporation.
2. Turnover of the entity to be Land holdings are very small.
5. Consider the following statements:
considered as startup should not be 2. Limited use of machinery and manual
1. Glucose is also known as dextrose.
more than Rs.10 crores in any year labour is dominant.
2. Fructose is obtained along with
since incorporation. 3. The yield per unit area is low but per
glucose by the hydrolysis of sucrose.
3. They are included in priority sector labour productivity is high
3. Glucose and Fructose have same
lending list by Reserve Bank of India. Which of the statements given above
molecular formula.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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6. Consider the following statements: 1. It aims to facilitate interest-free loans (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. Viharas were residential halls for the to the street vendors for resuming
Buddhist and Jain monks. their livelihoods activities. 16. Which of the following are examples of
2. The Hathigumpha inscription in the 2. No collateral security is required to Expansionary Monetary Policy
Udayagiri cave is carved out in the avail the loan. followed by central bank?
Brahmi script. 3. The scheme is launched by the 1. Purchase of Government Securities by
3. The Shunga dynasty introduced the Ministry of Finance. the Reserve Bank of India from the
idea of torans as beautifully Which of the statements given above banks
decorated gateways to the stupas. is/are correct? 2. Increase in the minimum requirement
Which of the statements given above (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only of the Government Securities to be
is/are correct? (c) 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only held by the banks
(a) 1 only (b) 3 only 3. Lowering the interest rates
(c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 12. Consider the following statements 4. Increasing Cash Reserve Requirement
about Ocean acidification: Select the correct answer using the codes
7. Consider the following statements: 1. The nature of the water of the ocean given below:
1. Ibn Battuta was greatly influenced by is generally Acidic. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 4 only
the Indian postal system. 2. As carbon dioxide dissolves in ocean (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
2. François Bernier was closely water, it increases its PH and this
associated with the Mughal court, as process is called Ocean Acidification. 17. Participatory Guarantee System for
a physician to Emperor Shah Jahan. 3. Ocean Acidification boosts Oysters India (PGS-India) is related to which of
Which of the statements given above is/ population but hampers Corals the following:
are correct? Population. (a) Social security (b) Patents
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above (c) Banking (d) Organic Farming
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only 18. Consider the following statements
8. The term 'Project 15B' is often (b) 2 only regarding Amino Acids:
mentioned in the news in the context (c) 3 only 1. They show amphoteric behaviour in
of– (d) None of the above zwitter ionic form.
(a) Ships (b) Drones . 2. They are connected to each other by
(c) Rover (d) Spacecraft 13. Which among the following methods peptide bond.
is/are used to measure the Ozone 3. A polypeptide with ten amino acid
9. Which of the following is/are included Depletion in stratosphere? residues is called a protein.
in the capital expenditure of the 1. Dobson Spectrophotometer Which of the statements given above
Government of India? 2. LIDAR is/are correct?
1. Loan Disbursals by the Government 3. TOMS (a) 1 only (b) 3 only
2. Subsidies forwarded to all sectors by 4. Rockets (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only
the government Select the correct answer using the code
3. Defence equipments purchased by given below: 19. Consider the following pairs:
the government (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only Vitamin Deficiency disease
4. Loan Repayments by the Government (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 1. Vitamin B12 Increased blood
5. Grants given by the government to clotting time
Indian states and foreign countries 14. Consider the following statements 2. Vitamin B2 Cheilosis
Select the correct answer using the code regarding biogeochemical cycles: 3. Vitamin K Pernicious Anaemia
given below. 1. Phosphorus cycle is sedimentary 4. Vitamin E Increased fragility of
(a) 1, 4 and 5 only while the Sulphur cycle is gaseous. RBCs
(b) 2, 3 and 5 only 2. Both the Water cycle and Carbon Which of the pairs given above is/are
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only cycle are gaseous cycles. correctly matched?
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only Which of the statements given above (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 4 only
is/are correct? (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 and 4 only
10. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
regarding India International Exchange (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2. 20. With reference to Double Asteroid
Limited (India INX): Redirection Test (DART) Mission,
1. It is India's first international 15. With reference to the concept of which of the following statements
exchange. Potential GDP, which of the following is/are correct?
2. It is a subsidiary of Bombay Stock statements is/are correct? 1. The target of the spacecraft is a small
Exchange (BSE). 1. It is the real value of goods and moonlet called Dimorphos.
3. It is regulated by Securities and services that can be produced when a 2. Its aim is to test the newly developed
Exchange Board of India (SEBI). country's factors of production are technology that would allow a
Which of the statements given above fully employed. spacecraft to crash into an asteroid.
is/are correct? 2. It tends to grow slowly because 3. It is a suicide mission and the
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only inputs like labor and capital and the spacecraft will be completely
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11. Consider the following statements Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
regarding the PM SVANidhi scheme for given below: (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
the street vendors: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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21. The Khilafat Committee was formed 3. India is not a member of WMO. 1. Inter-State Council is chaired by the
under the leadership of - Which of the statements given above President.
1. Shaukat Ali is/are correct? 2. It is a recommendatory body on
2. Maulana Azad (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only issues related to inter-state only.
3. Mohammad Ali Jinnah (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. It also deliberates upon such other
4. Hasrat Mohani matters of general interest to the
Select the correct answer using the code 26. Consider the following statements States as may be referred by the
given below: regarding Environment Impact Chairman to the Council.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Assessment in India: Which of the Statements given above
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only 1. Projects falling under Category B2 are is/are incorrect?
exempted from the requirement of (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
22. Consider the following statements collection of Baseline Data and EIA (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
regarding sculpture of Gandhara and Studies.
Mathura schools of art: 2. Recently all projects with respect to 31. With reference to Financial Emergency,
1. Early Gandhara School used bluish- textile Industries have been consider the following statements:
grey sandstone while the sculpture of recategorized into B2 categories. 1. Article 360 empowers the president
Mathura School was made using Which of the statements given above to proclaim a Financial Emergency.
spotted red sandstone. is/are correct? 2. The satisfaction of the president in
2. Buddha is shown in a delighted mood (a) 1 only (b) 2 only declaring a Financial Emergency is
in Mathura School while in Gandhara (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 final and not questionable in any
School, Buddha is shown in a spiritual court.
state. 27. Consider the following pairs: 3. The Financial Emergency continues
3. Gandhara School confines the Passes Mountain ranges indefinitely till it is revoked.
influence of Greek sculpture while 1. Zoji la Great Himalayas Which of the Statements given above
Mathura School of art developed 2. Banihal Zasker is/are correct?
indigenously. 3. Photu la Pir panjal (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above 4. Khardung la Ladakh (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
is/are correct? Which of the pairs given above is/are
(a) 1 only (b) 3 only correctly matched? 32. With reference to Capital Gains Tax,
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only consider the following statements:
(c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 1. The tax is applicable only on long-
23. “It was a centre of learning for the term capital gains.
Vajrayana sect of Buddhism, Many 28. Which of the following are reasons for 2. It does not apply to unsold
scholars took shelter here after adopting parliamentary system of investments even if their value
Nalanda and Vikramshila declined. It government? appreciates with time.
was probably established by King 1. Preference to more stability but less 3. It is not applicable to inherited
Ramapala of Pala dynasty” responsibility. property.
Which of the following has been 2. To avoid conflicts between the Which of the Statements given above
described in the passage given above? legislature and the executive. is/are correct?
(a) Takshashila (b) Odantapuri 3. It offers greater scope for giving (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(c) Jaggadala (d) Sharada Peeth representation to various section and (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
regions.
24. With reference to prominent temples Which of the Statements given above 33. Fiscal Deficit of the Government of
outside India, which of the following is/are correct? India is equal to which of the following:
statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (a) Debt creating capital receipts
1. Prambanan Temple was built in the
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) Non-Debt capital receipts
9th century AD dedicated to the
(c) Debt and non-debt capital receipts
Trimurti. 29. Consider the following statements (d) Capital receipts less of revenue
2. Pashupatinath Temple is built in the regarding Directive Principles of State receipts
Nepalese Pagoda style. Policy (DPSP):
3. Aditya Sun Temple of Multan was 1. The concept of Directive Principles of 34. With reference to Special Economic
mentioned in the account of Chinese State Policy was borrowed from the Zones (SEZ), consider the following
traveler Fa-Hien. Irish Constitution. statements:
Select the correct answer using the code 2. The Constitution does not contain 1. It is a specially delineated duty-free
given below: any classification of Directive enclave treated as a deemed foreign
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only Principles. territory within the country for the
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. It imposes a moral obligation on the purpose of trade operations, duties
state authorities for their application. and tariffs.
25. Consider the following statements Which of the Statements given above 2. Only private or foreign entity can set
about World Meteorological is/are correct? up SEZs in India.
Organization (WMO):
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 3. Goods and services going into the
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2. It publishes the state of Global 30. With reference to Inter-State Council, the country.
Climate Report and Emission Gap consider the following statements:
Report to fight Climate Change.
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Which of the Statements given above Which of the statements given above 44. Consider the following statements
is/are correct? is/are correct? regarding National Bench of the Goods
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (GSTAT):
1. It is the first common forum of
35. Which of the following institution is 40. Which of the following statements dispute resolution between Centre
not part of World Bank Group? is/are correct regarding the Rig Vedic and States.
(a) International Finance Corporation Aryans? 2. It will ensure uniformity in redressal of
(b) The Multilateral Investment 1. The family was the smallest social unit disputes arising under Goods and
Guarantee Agency called 'Kula'. Services Tax (GST).
(c) The International Centre for 2. Purdah and Sati were prevailed in 3. Appeals against the orders of
Settlement of Investment Disputes Aryan society. Appellate Authorities under the
(d) Food and Agricultural Organization 3. Aryans were primarily pastoral and Central and State GST Acts lie before
agriculturist people. it.
36. Arrange the following greenhouse Select the correct answer using the codes Which of the statements given above
gasses with respect to the descending given below: is/are correct?
order of their global warming (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
potential: (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. Carbon dioxide
2 Hydrofluorocarbon 41. Consider the following statements 45. Consider the following statements
3 Methane regarding the Regional Rural Banks regarding Veto Powers:
4. Sulfur Hexafluoride (RRBs) in India: 1. President of India is vested with four
5. Nitrous oxide 1. The main objective of RRBs is to veto powers.
Select the correct answer using the code enlarge institutional credit for the 2. Absolute Veto refers to the power of
given below: rural and agriculture sector. the President to withhold his assent
(a) 5-4-3-2-1 (b) 4-2-5-3-1 2. The share capital of the RRBs is to a bill passed by the Parliament.
(c) 1-3-5-2-4 (d) 2-4-3-5-1 sponsored by the Central 3. Indian President can keep the bills
Government, Reserve Bank of India pending for an indefinite period using
37. Consider the following statements and the Scheduled Commercial Banks Pocket Veto.
regarding the Animal Welfare Board in in the ratio of 50 percent, 35 percent Which of the statements given above
India: and 15 percent. is/are correct?
1. It is a statutory body established 3. RRBs are regulated and supervised by (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
under the Wildlife Protection Act Reserve Bank of India. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1972. Which of the Statements given above
2. The ex-officio Chairman of the Board is/are incorrect? 46. Consider the following statements:
is Environment Minister. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 1. The death of a Prime Minister
3. It is headquartered in Chennai. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only automatically dissolves the council of
Which of the statements given above ministers.
is/are correct? 42. Consider the following statements 2. Prime Minister can recommend
(a) 1 and 2 only regarding Subhash Chandra Bose: dissolution of the Lok Sabha to
(b) 2 and 3 only 1. He opposed the Gandhi-Irwin pact, President at any time.
(c) 1 and 3 only and suspension of Civil Disobedience 3. The Prime Minister advises the
(d) None of the above Movement. President with regard to summoning
2. He was elected President of the and proroguing of the sessions of the
38. Consider the following statements Haripura Congress Session in 1938. Parliament.
regarding the Association of South
3. He was elected President of the Which of the statements given above
East Asian Nations (ASEAN):
Indian National Congress only once. is/are correct?
1. The ASEAN Summit is the highest
Which of the Statements given above (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
policy-making body in ASEAN.
is/are correct? (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. Its aim is to accelerate economic
growth, social progress and cultural
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 47. Consider the following statements
development in the region.
regarding Rajya Sabha:
3. Its five founding members include
43. Consider the following statements 1. Under Article 249, it can authorise the
Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, India regarding Agriculture Census in India: Parliament to create new All-India
and Thailand. 1. Agriculture Census in India is Services.
Which of the statements given above conducted quinquennially. 2. Constitutional amendment bills can
is/are correct? 2. The first Agriculture Census was be introduced in Rajya Sabha.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only conducted in 1970-71. Which of the Statements given above
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
is/are correct?
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1. Jainism clearly differentiates itself
(b) 2 only
from the Brahmanical religion.
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2. The Buddha also laid down a code of
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 ‘Nataraja’ sculpture, which of the
conduct for his followers on the same following statements is/are correct?
lines as those of the Jaina teachers.
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1. In the Nataraja sculpture, the lord 2. It has been listed as ‘endangered’ economic trends and cross-country
Shiva is shown in the Tandava dance under the Red List of IUCN. experiences.
posture. 3. It is banned from international trade. 3. To ensure balanced international
2. Shiva is dancing on a small dwarf Select the correct answer using the code trade.
symbolizes the ignorance and the given below: 4. To minimize restrictions on
ego of an individual. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only convertibility of currencies.
3. The Nataraja is surrounded by a (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Select the correct answer using the codes
nimbus of glowing lights symbolizing given below:
the vast unending cycles of time. 53. Consider the following statements (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only
Select the correct answer using the code regarding Urea subsidy in India: (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
given below: 1. The subsidy amount is transferred
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only directly into farmer's accounts. 57. Gurumahisani, Sulaipet, Badampahar,
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. Market forces do not affect the prices Kiruburu are related to -
of urea and fertilizer subsidies given (a) Iron ore mines
49. Consider the following statements: by the government. (b) Mountain peaks
1. Akbar introduced the Dahsala System 3. Price of Urea is regulated by the (c) Bauxite deposits
under which revenue was fixed on the government. (d) Desert regions
average yield of land assessed on the Which of the Statements given above
basis of the past ten years. is/are correct? 58. Consider the following statements
2. Raja Todar Mal introduced a uniform (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only regarding Advisory Jurisdiction of the
system of land measurement, (c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only Supreme Court:
classification of land, and fixation of 1. It must tender its opinion to President
rates. 54. Consider the following statements: on question of law or fact of public
Which of the statements given above 1. Wholesale Price Index (WPI) does not importance.
is/are correct? represent the inflation in services. 2. It may or may not tender its opinion
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. Consumer Price Index (CPI) to the President on matter of pre
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 represents the inflation in goods and constitutional treaty and agreement.
services. Which of the statements given above
50. With reference to Target Olympic 3. CPI and WPI represent the inflation of is/are correct?
Podium Scheme (TOPS), consider the imported goods also. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
following statements: 4. The impact of indirect taxes is not (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. It provides both financial and calculated in WPI.
technical assistance to selected Which of the Statements given above 59. With reference to Family Courts,
athletes. is/are correct? consider the following statements:
2. The Mission Olympic Cell headed by (a) 1, 2 and 3 only 1. Family Courts have been established
Minister of sports and youth affairs is (b) 2, and 4 only by an act of Parliament.
a dedicated body created to assist the (c) 1, 2 and 4 only 2. It is a specialized court which
athletes who are selected under the (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 exclusively deals with family matters.
Scheme. 3. Its right of appeal lies to the District
Which of the statements given above 55. Consider the following statements Court.
is/are correct? regarding Pradhan Mantri Gati Shakti Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Plan: is/are correct?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. It is a digital platform for integrated (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
planning and coordinated (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
51. Consider the following statements implementation of infrastructure
regarding the Rotterdam Convention: connectivity projects throughout the 60. Which one of the following is a potent
1. Its aim is to prevent the country. vasodilator?
transboundary movement of 2. It will be implemented by Ministry of (a) Antibiotic (b) Antacid
hazardous waste. Road Transport and Highways. (c) Histamine (d) Analgesic
2. It creates a legally binding obligation 3. It will also leverage technology
on its members. extensively including spatial planning 61. Consider the following statements:
3. Prior Informed Consent is one of its tools with ISRO. 1. A fruit formed without fertilisation of
main provisions. Which of the statements given above the ovary is called a parthenocarpic
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? fruit.
is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 2. The seed coat has two layers of testa
(a) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 and tegmen.
(b) 2 and 3 only 3. The outer covering of endosperm
(c) 1 and 3 only 56. Which of the following is/are the separates the embryo by the aleurone
(d) None of the above objectives of International Monetary layer.
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Fund (IMF)?
52. Which of the following statements 1. To promote investment in developing is/are correct?
is/are correct about Red Sanders? countries by providing finance and (a) 1 only
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1. It is an endemic tree species of technical assistance. (b) 1 and 2 only

Eastern Ghats of India. 2. Policy advice to governments and (c) 2 and 3 only
Central Banks based on analysis of (d) 1, 2 and 3
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62. Consider the following statements 66. Consider the following statements: (a) 1 and 2 only
regarding Presbyopia: 1. The Sufi orders was divided into two- (b) 2 and 3 only
1. It arises due to the gradual weakening Be-shari‘a, those who followed the (c) 1 and 3 only
of the ciliary muscles. Islamic law (shari‘a) and Ba-shari‘a, (d) None of the above
2. It requires bi-focal lenses to facilitate those who defiance the Islamic law
distant vision. (shari‘a). 71. Consider the following statements
3. The lower part of the bi-focal lens is 2. Qalandars, Madaris, Malangs, regarding the Government of India Act
a concave lens which facilitates near Haidaris, etc were some of the Be- of 1935:
vision. shari‘a Sufis. 1. It provided for the establishment of
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above is/ an All-India Federation.
is/are correct? are incorrect? 2. It abolished diarchy at the Centre.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. Residuary powers were given to the
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Viceroy.
63. Consider the following statements 67. With reference to foreign travellers, is/are correct?
regarding Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) consider the following statements: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Scheme: 1. Ibn Battuta came to India during the (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. The bond is issued by Reserve Bank reign of Muhammad Bin Tughlaq.
India (RBI) on behalf of the 2. The famous manuscript ‘Murul-ul- 72. With reference to writ jurisdiction of
Government of India. Zehab’ was written by Ibn-Battuta. the Court, consider the following
2. The Bonds can be used as collateral Which of the statements given above statements:
for loans. is/are correct? 1. The territorial jurisdiction of the
3. The minimum permissible investment (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Supreme Court for issuing writs is
will be 10 grams of gold. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 wider than that of high court.
Which of the statements given above 2. Supreme Court may not refuse to
is/are correct? 68. Consider the following pairs: exercise its writ jurisdiction.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only National Park States Which of the statements given above
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. Guru Ghasidas Chattisgarh is/are correct?
2. Bannerghatta Maharashtra (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
64. Which one of the following best 3. Murlen Andaman and (c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2
describes the term “Agglomeration Nicobar Island
Economy”? 4. Intanki Nagaland 73. Consider the following states:
(a) A localized economy where different Which of the pairs given above are 1. Gujarat
sectors benefit from cost reductions correctly matched? 2. Rajasthan
and gains in efficiency resulting from (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 3. Maharashtra
their close proximity. (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1 and 4 only 4. Tamil Nadu.
(b) An economy of on-call and Which of the following is the correct
temporary workers who enter into 69. Consider the following statement sequence of states in decreasing order of
formal agreements with on-demand regarding Green-Ag Project: their percentage of net irrigated area to
companies to provide services. 1. It is being funded by the Global total by wells and tube-wells?
(c) Economy of diversified set of Environment Facility. (a) 2-3-1-4 (b) 1-2-3-4
economic activities, enterprises, jobs, 2. It is being implemented all over India (c) 4-3-2-1 (d) 4-3-1-2
and workers that are not regulated or by the Ministry of Environment,
protected by the state. Forest and Climate Change 74. “This crop is tropical as well as a
(d) Economic system blending elements (MoEF&CC). subtropical crop. It grows well in hot
of a market economy with elements 3. It aims to promote sustainable and humid climates with a temperature
of a planned economy, markets with agriculture in India. of 21°C to 27°C and an annual rainfall
state interventionism, or private Which of the statements given above between 75 cm and 100 cm. Irrigation
enterprise with public enterprise is/are correct? is required in the regions of low
rainfall. It can be grown on a variety of
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only
65. With reference to “Kisan Rail”, which soils like alluvial, loam, clay loam etc”
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
of the following statements is/are Which of the following is the crop?
correct? (a) Coffee (b) Sugarcane
70. Consider the following statements on
1. The freight charges are subsidized by (c) Tea (d) Groundnut
the Decarbonising Transport Initiative:
the Government of India. 1. It is a joint initiative of the World Bank
2. Kisan rail run with multi-consignors 75. With reference to cumulonimbus
and the United Nations Development
cloud, consider the following
and multi-consignees. Programme. statements:
3. No minimum limit has been set on 2. It is being implemented by the 1. It is denser and greyish cloud with a
the quantity that can be booked for Ministry of Environment and Climate watery look.
the freight.
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Change in India. 2. It brings continuous rain, snow or

Select the correct answer using the code 3. It is being implemented in India for sleet.
given below: transport decarbonisation on a pilot 3. It is also referred to as a thunder-
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(a) 1 and 2 only basis. cloud.

(b) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above 4. Its cauliflower top often spreads out
(c) 2 and 3 only is/are correct? like an anvil.
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Which of the statements given above 80. Which of the following Fundamental 85. With reference to Finance Commission,
is/are correct? Duties are included under Article 51 A consider the following statements:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only of the Constitution of India? 1. The Finance Commission consists of a
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only 1. To respect National Flag and the chairman and four other members to
National Anthem be appointed by the president.
76. Consider the following statements 2. To develop scientific temper 2. They are eligible for reappointment.
about Commercial Paper (CP): 3. Duty to pay taxes 3. The recommendations of finance
1. It is used to raise short-term loans 4. To safeguard public property and to commission are binding on the
with maturity of more than one year. abjure violence government.
2. It is an unsecured instrument without Select the correct answer using the code Which of the statements given above
collateral in the form of promissory given below: is/are correct?
note. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
3. It can be issued by large banks and (c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
companies.
Which of the statements given above 81. Consider the following statements 86. With reference to Attorney General of
is/are correct? regarding the Philosophy of the India, consider the following
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only Constitution: statements:
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. Freedom of expression is an integral 1. He must be a person who is qualified
part of the Indian Constitution. to be appointed a judge of the
77. Consider the following statements 2. The liberalism of the Indian Supreme Court.
regarding New Wage Rate Index series Constitution is linked to social justice. 2. The remuneration of the AG is fixed
released recently by Union Labour 3. Indian federalism is constitutionally by the Constitution.
Ministry: asymmetric. 3. He enjoys all the privileges and
1. It is one of the major economic Which of the statements given above immunities of a Member of
indicators which reflect the changes is/are correct? Parliament.
in the economy and capture the wage (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only Which of the Statements given above
pattern of workers. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct?
2. The Index covers manufacturing (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
sector as well as services sector of the 82. Consider the following statements (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
economy. regarding Tribal Areas:
3. The base year for Wage Rate Index 1. Each autonomous district has a 87. Consider the following statements
(WRI) has been shifted to 2016 district council consisting of 30 regarding Orographic Rain:
replacing the old series with base of members. 1. It is formed wherever moist air is
1963-65. 2. The President is empowered to forced to ascend a mountain barrier.
Which of the Statements given above organise and re-organise the 2. This type of rainfall is independent of
is/are correct? autonomous Districts. relief or convection.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above 3. This type of rainfall is most common
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct? in regions that are intensely heated
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only during the day.
78. “e-RaKAM” portal is related to which (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the statements given above
of the following: is/are correct?
(a) To provide MRP of essential drugs 83. Consider the following pairs: (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
and medicinal equipment. Vulture species IUCN Status (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(b) To provide real-time prices of petrol 1. Long-billed Vulture Endangered
and diesel to consumers. 2. Egyptian Vulture Near threatened 88. Consider the following statements
(c) To provide e-governance services to 3. Slender-billed Vulture Critically regarding Anti-cyclones:
the farmers. Endangered 1. They have high pressure in the centre.
(d To connect MSMEs to export market Which of the pairs given above is/are 2. The isobars are close together.
and be a part of Global value chain correctly matched? 3. Winds blow inwards into regions of
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only low pressure.
79. Consider the following statements (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 4. They blow anti-clockwise in the
regarding Lucy Mission: northern hemisphere.
1. It is a mission by NASA to study the 84. Consider the following statements Which of the statements given above
Sun and Jupiter. regarding Gross Environment Product: is/are correct?
2. Lucy will show the diversity of the 1. It is the total value of final ecosystem (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
primordial bodies that built the services supplied to human well- (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
planets. being in a region annually.
3. It is named after a former Cosmonaut 2. Recently Himachal Pradesh has 89. Which of the following is/are the
of NASA. become the first state to use GEP features of the Mesolithic Age?
Which of the statements given above while calculating Gross Domestic 1. The beginning of plant cultivation is
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is/are correct? Product. seen in the last phase of this age.

(a) 1 only Which of the statements given above 2. The Mesolithic era initiated rock art in
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(b) 2 only is/are correct? pre-history.

(c) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. Snakes are depicted in Mesolithic
(d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Paintings.
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Select the correct answer using the code Which of the Statements given above 3. Platinum is easily available and it will
given below: is/are correct? make this energy affordable.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct?
90. Consider the following statements 95. Which of the following is not present (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
regarding Dayananda Saraswati: as a base in Ribonucleic Acid (RNA)?
1. Dayananda’s slogan of ‘Back to the (a) Thymine (b) Guanine TEST - 77
Vedas’ was a call for a revival of Vedic (c) Cytocine (d) Uracil
learning and Vedic purity of religion. 1. With reference to Mitosis, which of the
2. He believed in theory of karma and 96. Consider the following statements: following statements is/are correct?
incarnation. 1. Alluvial soil is also known as regur 1. It is also known as equational
Which of the statements given above soil. division.
is/are incorrect? 2. Black soils are rich in calcium 2. A very significant contribution of
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only carbonate and potash. mitosis is cell repair.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. Yellow soil develops in tropical and 3. It reduces the chromosome number
subtropical climate with alternate wet by half to produce haploid daughter
91. With reference to Lucknow Session of and dry season. cells.
the Indian National Congress (1916), Which of the statements given above Select the correct answer using the code
consider the following statements: is/are correct? given below:
1. It was presided by an extremist leader (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
Ambika Charan Majumdar. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. Lucknow pact was signed between
the Indian National Congress and All 97. ‘Slash and Burn Agriculture’ is known 2. Consider the following statements
Indian Muslim League. by specific name in different states of regarding Insulin:
Which of the statements given above India, in this context, consider the 1. Naturally occurring human insulin is
is/are correct? following pairs: made by beta cells within the
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Name - State pancreas.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. Dahiya - Madhya Pradesh 2. Insulin is used in the treatment of
2. Kuruwa - Odisha people with type 1 diabetes only.
92. With reference to Nehru Report 3. Penda - Andhra Pradesh Which of the statements given above
recommendations, consider the 4. Valre - Rajasthan is/are correct?
following statements: Which of the pairs given above is/are (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. It recommended Dominion status on correctly matched? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
lines of self-governing dominions. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 4 only
2. It rejected the separate electorates. (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 3. The famous 'Yadadri model' of
environmental management is related
3. It recommended a responsible 98. Consider the following statements to which one of the following?
government only at the Centre. regarding Bacille Calmette-Guérin (a) Restoring of Beaches and water
Which of the statements given above (BCG): ecosystem
is/are correct? 1. It is a vaccine for tuberculosis (TB) (b) Restoration of fertility of soil through
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only Disease. organic farming.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. This vaccine is widely used in the (c) Afforestation or Reforestation
United States. (d) Management of Plastic pollution and
93. Which of the following organizations 3. BCG is given to adults only. Microplastics.
publishes the ‘Adaptation Gap Which of the statements given above
4. Which of the following Pollutants are
Report’? is/are correct?
monitored under System of Air Quality
(a) World Economic Forum. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only and Weather Forecasting and Research
(b) United Nation Environment (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only (SAFAR)?
Programme 1. PM10 2. Ozone
(c) World Meteorological Organization 99. Which one of the following best 3. Carbon dioxide 4. Lead
(d) International Union for Conservation describes the term “Phyllotaxy”?
5. Carbon Monoxide 6. Mercury
of Nature and World Wide Fund for (a) Pattern of arrangement of leaves on
Nature. the stem.
given below:
(b) Arrangement of flowers on the floral
(a) 1, 2, 5 and 6 only
94. Consider the following statements axis.
(b) 1, 3, 4 and 6 only
regarding Central Vigilance (c) Mode of arrangement of sepals.
(c) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
Commission (CVC): (d) Arrangement of ovules within the
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
1. Its establishment was recommended ovary
by the Santhanam Committee. 5. Consider the following statements:
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2. It is a multi-member body consisting 100.Consider the following statements: 1. A phumdi is a floating island with a
of a Central Vigilance Commissioner 1. A hydrogen fuel cell transforms unique composition that is found
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and five vigilance commissioners. hydrogen and oxygen into electric only in Loktak Lake.
3. They are appointed by the president energy. 2. Manipur is known as the ‘Molassis
on the recommendation of a three- 2. Platinum is used as the catalyst in basin’ which is made up of soft
member committee. hydrogen fuel cell. unconsolidated deposits.
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Which of the statements given above is/ Which of the statements given above (a) 1, 2 and 4 only
are correct? is/are correct? (b) 3, 4 and 5 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
6. Consider the following statements 10. Consider the following statements: 15. Consider the following statements
with reference to ''Compulsory regarding the Preamble of the
Licensing'': 1. Qutub-ud-din Aibak played an Constitution:
1. Under this arrangement, a patent important role in the expansion of the 1. It embodies the basic philosophy and
holder may give license (on its own) Turkish Sultanate in India. fundamental values of the
to the third party to manufacture, 2. Iltutmish never led an expedition Constitution.
import and distribute generic against the Chalukyas of Gujarat. 2. The term Socialist and Secular were
versions of his patented Which of the statements given above added later by the 42nd Amendment
pharmaceutical product. is/are correct? Act.
2. Manufacturers producing drugs (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above
under compulsory license need to (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is/are correct?
pay royalty to the patent owner. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Which of the statements given above 11. Consider the following statements: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
is/are correct? 1. The Indus is the western most of the
16. Which of the following motion is
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Himalayan Rivers in India.
introduced in the Parliament to draw
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. The Chenab is the second largest attention of the House to a definite
tributary of the Indus after Jhelum. matter of urgent public importance,
7. Which one of the following best 3. The Ravi drains the area lying and needs the support of 50 members
describes the term “Social Stock between the Pir Panjal and the to be admitted. As it interrupts the
Exchange” sometimes seen in the Dhauladhar ranges. normal business of the House, it is
news? Which of the statements given above regarded as an extraordinary device. It
(a) A regulated funding platform to allow is/are incorrect? involves an element of censure against
social enterprises and voluntary (a) 1 only (b) 2 only the government and hence Rajya
organizations with a social purpose, (c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only Sabha is not permitted to make use of
to raise funds. this device.
(b) A government initiative to help the 12. Consider the following statements (a) Censure Motion
companies listed on stock exchange regarding Amendment of the (b) No Confidence Motion
to carry out their Corporate Social Constitution: (c) Adjournment Motion
Responsibility activities. 1. The state legislatures cannot initiate (d) Calling Attention Motion
(c) A government initiative to generate any bill for amending the
secondary market investment Constitution. 17. Consider the following pairs:
platform for Non Profit Organizations 2. There is no provision for holding a Ports - Location
(NPOs) only working nationally and joint sitting over the passage of a 1. Kandla Port - Gulf of Kuchchh
internationally. constitutional amendment bill. 2. Marmagao port - Zuari Estuary
(d) A regulated funding platform where Which of the statements given above 3. Haldia Port - Andhra Pradesh
only the social media companies are is/are correct? Which of the pairs given above is/are
listed. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only correctly matched?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
8. Consider the following statements (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
regarding the 'Nutrient Based Subsidy' 13. Which of the following roles can be
(NBS) Scheme: played by Fundamental duties? 18. With reference to Web3, which of the
1. It is given for neem coated urea, 1. It can help in the realisation of following statements is/are correct?
phosphatic and potassic fertilizers. national goals. 1. This model of decentralised internet
2. The prices of fertilizers under the 2. It may help the courts in examining is to be run on blockchain
scheme are regulated by the the constitutional validity of a law. technology.
government. 3. It can be made enforceable by law. 2. Users will have ownership stakes in
3. Subsidy is based on per kg of Select the correct answer using the code platforms and applications.
nutrients present in the fertilizer. given below: Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the statements given above (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only given below:
is/are correct? (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 2 only (b) 3 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only 14. Which of the following is/are features
of the Constitution of India? 19. Consider the following statements
9. Consider the following statements: 1. Written Constitution regarding cotton cultivation:
1. According to the Yoga school, a 1. Cotton is a tropical crop grown in
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person can attain salvation through 3. Two-tier Government kharif season.
meditation and physical application. 4. Emergency Provisions 2. It requires clear sky during flowering
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2. According to Nyaya School, salvation 5. Parliamentary Sovereignty stage.

can be attained through the Select the correct answer using the code 3. It is a cash crop in West Bengal and
acquisition of knowledge. given below: adjoining eastern parts of the
country.
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4. It is grown in semi-arid areas of the 2. Contractionary Stance - Means 3 A person in jail ceases to be an
country. syphoning out of funds from financial elector.
Which of the statements given above system Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? 3. Accommodative Stance - Aimed at is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only expansion in lending, investments (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 and growth (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
4. Neutral Stance - Means interest rates
20. Which of the following Act(s) come would move either way- upward or 29. Consider the following statements:
under the jurisdiction of the National Downward 1. Referendum is a method by means of
Green Tribunal (NGT)? Which of the pairs given above is/are which people can propose a bill to the
1. The Biodiversity Act, 2002 correctly matched? legislature for enactment.
2. The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only 2. Recall is a method by means of which
3. Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only the voters can remove a
4. The Indian Forest Act, 1927 representative or an officer before the
Select the correct answer using the code 25. Which of the following can be cited as expiry of his term.
given below: possible reasons for upsurge in NPAs 3. Initiative is a procedure whereby a
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (Non-Performing Assets) of the Public proposed legislation is referred to the
(c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Sector Banks (PSBs)? electorate for settlement by their
1. Economic slowdown due to Global direct votes.
21. Consider the following statements and domestic macro-economic Which of the statements given above
with respect to the National Parks in instabilities is/are incorrect?
India: 2. Aggressive lending by the banks (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
1. All the North-eastern states in India towards various social enterprises (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
have National Parks. 3. High incidences of ‘wilful defaults’
2. Punjab does not have any National 4. Instances of corruption in the banking 30. Consider the following statements
Park. institutions about Kishangarh school of painting:
3. Ladakh and Uttar Pradesh have one Select the correct answer using the code 1. The Kishangarh school developed
National Park each. given below: under the patronage of Raja Savant
Which of the statements given above are (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only Singh who wrote devotional poetry in
correct? (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 praise of Krishna.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 2. Most of the paintings are believed to
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 26. The term ‘Primary Deficit’ refers to- have been done by the master painter
(a) Difference between revenue deficit of Nihal Chand.
22. Consider the following techniques of the current year and grants for capital 3. Nihal Chand painted the portrait of
Bioremediation: creation. Bani Thani, which is considered as
1. Bioventing 2. Biosparging (b) Difference between revenue deficit of Mona Lisa of India.
3. Biopile 4. Bioslurping the present financial year and grants Which of the statements given above
Which of the techniques given above to states and local bodies. is/are correct?
is/are in situ methods of Bioremediation? (c) Difference between budgetary deficit (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only and capital deficit of the present (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 financial year.
(d) Difference between fiscal deficit of
23. With reference to NBFCs (Non-Banking 1. Jahandar Shah introduced izara
the current year and interest
Financial Companies) in India, consider system to improve the financial
payments on the previous
the following statements: condition of the empire.
borrowings.
1. They cannot accept demand deposits. 2. Farrukhsiyar followed a policy of
2. They need not to maintain Capital religious tolerance by abolishing
Adequacy Ratio (CAR) norm as Jaziya and pilgrimage tax.
regarding “employment elasticity of
prescribed by the Reserve Bank of growth”: 3. Muhammad Shah became the wazir
India. 1. It measures the percentage change in and founded the independent state
3. They cannot offer interest rates economic growth with respect to 1 of Hyderabad.
higher than the ceiling rate percentage point change in Which of the statements given above
prescribed by the RBI. employment. is/are incorrect?
4. All NBFCs are regulated by the 2. In case of India, Employment elasticity (a) 1 only (b) 3 only
Reserve Bank of India. is falling consistently since 1990s. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
Which of the Statements given above Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only regarding Brahmos Missile:
(b) 2 and 4 only 1. It is capable of being launched from
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only land, sea, sub-sea and air against
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(d) 2, 3 and 4 only 28. Consider the following statements: surface and sea-based targets.
24. Consider the following pairs: 1. The 61st Constitutional Amendment 2. It is a joint collaboration between
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Monetary Policy Stance About Act reduced the voting age from 21 India and Russia having original range
1. Calibrated Tightening - Aimed at years to 18 years. capped at 290 kms.
checking inflation from rising 2. NOTA was used for the first time in Which of the statements given above
General election of 2014. is/are correct?
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(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. It aims to absorb additional liquidity (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 within the banks by allowing them to (c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
park funds with the Reserve Bank of
33. Which of the following is/are the India (RBI). 42. Consider the following statements
extensions of Peninsular Block? 2. Banks can park their money without regarding the Fundamental Rights
1. Aravalis getting any collateral from RBI. enshrined in Part III of the
2. Rajmahal hills 3. RBI will offer an interest rate higher Constitution:
3. Karbi Anglong than reverse repo rate to the banks. 1. It described as the Magna Carta of
4. Meghalaya Plateau Which of the statements given above India.
Select the correct answer using the code is/are correct? 2. It promotes the ideal of political
given below: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only democracy.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. They are permanent in nature.
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Which of the Statements given above
38. Consider the following statements is/are correct?
34. Which of the following statements regarding Bao-Dhan: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
with reference to the Asian Elephant 1. It is a nutritious variety of wheat (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Specialist Group (AsESG) are correct? which is rich in Iron.
1. It acts as the red list authority for the 2. It is generally grown in the 43. Which of the following was/were
Asian Elephants, carrying out red list Brahmaputra Valley of Assam. recommendations of the Woods
assessments for their inclusion in the Which of the statements given above are Dispatch of 1854?
IUCN Red List. correct? 1. English as the medium of instruction
2. It aims to promote the long-term (a) 1 only (b) 2 only from school levels till higher studies.
conservation of Asia's Elephants and (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Supported the downward filtration
the recovery of their populations to theory.
viable levels. 39. Consider the following statements: 3. Encouraged the establishment of
3. It established Monitoring the Illegal 1. Xenotransplantation is the teacher training institutes to improve
Killing of Elephants (MIKE) transplantation of organs from the quality of teaching.
Programme. animals to humans. Select the correct answer using the code
Select the correct answer using the code 2. Heparin is an anticoagulant that given below:
given below: keeps blood clots from forming (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only during surgery. (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. Pigs are becoming popular for
transplantation because of their 44. Consider the following statements:
35. The Coral Triangle, recently seen in the anatomically similar organs to 1. The hunters are presented with red
news, includes water of which of the humans. and dancers with green in the
following countries? Which of the statements given above paintings of the Mesolithic period.
1. Malaysia 2. Philippines is/are correct? 2. In the Chalcolithic Period, most of the
3. Solomon Island 4. Australia (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only paintings seen depict battle scenes.
5. New Zealand 6. Indonesia (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above
Select the correct answer using the code is/are correct?
given below: 40. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only regarding Myasthenia gravis: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) 4, 5 and 6 only 1. It is an acute auto-immune disease.
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 6 only 2. It is a neuromuscular disease causing 45. In the context of history of India
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 weakness in the skeletal muscles. consider the following pairs:
3. It is caused by an error in the Term – Meaning /description
36. Which one of the following statements transmission of nerve impulses to 1. Bhukti - Provinces
is correct regarding the "SMILE" muscles 2. Visayapati - Governor of a province
Scheme: Which of the statements given above 3. Uparika - The head of a district
(a) It is linked to providing financial is/are correct? Which of the pairs given above is/are
support by Government for women (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only correctly matched?
and SC/ST entrepreneurs. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
(b) It aims for the welfare of transgender (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
persons and persons engaged in 41. Consider the following pairs with
begging. respect to committees of the 46. Which of the following institutions
(c) It is a scheme to provide support to constituent assembly: publishes the “Social Mobility Index”?
small and marginal farmers for allied Committees Chairman (a) World Bank
activities. 1. Union Powers Committee - Jawaharlal (b) World Economic Forum
(d) It provides for rehabilitation of Nehru (c) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
persons rescued from human 2. Provincial Constitution - Committee (d) Organisation for Economic Co-
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trafficking across the national Dr. B.R. Ambedkar operation and Development (OECD)
borders. 3. States Committee - Sardar Patel
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37. With reference to Standing Deposit Prasad with respect to Public Financial
Facility (SDF), consider the following Which of the pairs given above is/are Management System (PFMS):
statements: correct?
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1. Its objective is tracking funds released (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
and real time reporting of 52. With reference to e-DNA, which of the
expenditure made under all Plan following statements is/are correct? 57. Consider the following statements
schemes of Government of India. 1. It is a DNA that animals shed through regarding the Dharma Sabha:
2. It is administered by Controller their breath, saliva or faeces into the 1. It was founded by Radhakant Deb in
General of Accounts under the Union environment. 1830.
Finance Ministry. 2. It can potentially identify and monitor 2. It also favoured the promotion of
Which of the statements given above terrestrial animals. Western education for girls.
is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only given below: is/are correct?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
48. Which of the following are the
advantages of Fertigation in 53. With reference to radiofrequency- 58. With which of the following countries
agriculture? electromagnetic field (RF-EMF), which does India recently signed an
1. It promotes efficient use of water. of the following statements is/are agreement on Technical Cooperation
2. It is less labor Intensive. correct? titled 'Cities Combating Plastic
3. Increased availability of nutrients to 1. RF-EMF can induce changes in central Entering the Marine Environment'?
plants nervous system and neuronal cell (a) Australia (b) Japan
4. Reduction in the leaching of nutrients apoptosis. (c) Germany (d) Vietnam
Select the correct answer using the code 2. 5G requires RF-EMF radiation
given below: between 600 MHz and 86 GHz. 59. Consider the following statements
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 4 only 3. All the countries unanimously have regarding Hydrofluoroolefins (HFOs):
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 put hold on 5G technology due to its 1. These are saturated organic
health impacts. compounds which can be used to
49. Consider the following statements Select the correct answer using the code replace the hydrofluorocarbons
regarding Payment for Ecosystem given below: (HFC).
Services (PES): (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 2. They have low Global warming
1. It is the incentives offered to (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 potential.
landowners in exchange for 3. They have shorter tropospheric
managing their land for ecological 54. Consider the following statements: lifetimes compared to HFCs.
service 1. A member of parliament who does Which of the statements given above
2. In India, Uttrakhand launched the first not belong to ruling party is a private is/are correct?
payment for ecosystem services. member. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above 2. No Private Member’s Bill has been (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
is/are correct? passed in last 50 years.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. A private member cannot introduce a 60. Consider the following pairs:
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 constitutional amendment bill. Wetlands States
Which of the Statements given above 1. Lonar Lake Madhya Pradesh
50. Which of the following correctly is/are incorrect? 2. Keetham Lake Uttar Pradesh
describes the objective of the recently (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 3. Tso Kar Complex Ladakh
launched 'Pyrasol' project? (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 4. Asan Barrage Punjab
(a) It is a project to use the technique of Which of the pairs given above are
pyrolysis effectively for 55. With reference to the Supreme Court, correctly matched?
biodegradable waste. consider the following statements: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(b) It is launched to transform urban 1. The judges of the Supreme Court are (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 4 only
organic waste into biochar and appointed by the appointment
energy in smart cities. committee of cabinet. 61. Which one of the following best
(c) It is a project to effectively 2. Supreme Court has Exclusive Original describes the term “Formosa Bonds”
decompose nano waste and Jurisdiction in inter-state water recently seen in the news?
microplastics. dispute. (a) A bond which is issued in Taiwan,
(d) None of the Above Which of the statements given above denominated in Taiwan dollar.
is/are incorrect? (b) A bond which is issued in US market,
51. Which of the following is/are the (a) 1 only (b) 2 only denominated in Indian Currency.
characteristics of Tropical Evergreen (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) A bond issued in Taiwan, but is
Forests? denominated by a currency other
1. These are the most widespread 56. Consider the following statements than the Taiwan dollar.
forests in India. regarding features of Buddhism: (d) A bond issued in Europe,
2. They are also called the monsoon 1. Buddhism does not recognize the denominated in US dollar.
forests. existence of god and soul.
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3. They are found in areas with an 2. It got the support of lower orders of 62. Consider the following statements
annual precipitation of over 200 cm. society despite its support to the regarding ‘GDP Deflator’:
1. It is an index of price which is
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Select the correct answer using the code varna system.

given below: Which of the statements given above calculated as the ratio of nominal
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only is/are correct? GDP to real GDP
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
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2. It does not take into account services 1. It is a three-stage heavy lift launch (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
produced in the country. vehicle developed by ISRO.
Which of the statements given above 2. It was chosen to launch Chandrayaan- 72. Which of the following is/are included
is/are correct? 2 spacecraft. in the Revenue budget of the
(a) 1only (b) 2 only 3. The vehicle has two solid strap-ons, a Government of India?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 core liquid booster and a cryogenic 1. Fees, Penalties and fines received by
upper stage. the government.
63. With reference to Current Account of Select the correct answer using the codes 2. Interests received by the government
India’s external sector, consider the given below: out of all loans forwarded by it
following statements: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. Defence expenditures by the
1. India’s current account always (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 government
remained in surplus since the last 4. Borrowings by the Government
decade. 68. Which of the following is/are the 5. Grants given by the government to
2. During the first half of 2020-21, the secondary metabolites? Indian states and foreign countries
current account surplus was 1. Alkaloids Select the correct answer using the code
generated due to steep contraction in 2. Amino Acids given below:
merchandise imports and lower travel 3. Flavonoids (a) 1, 2 and 5 only (b) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
services outflows. 4. Rubber (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
Which of the Statements given above 5. Antibiotics
is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code 73. “Geothermal energy is one of the best
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only given below: year long renewable sources of energy.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only Recently, Oil and Natural Gas
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Corporation Limited (ONGC) has
64. Consider the following statements signed a pact to develop the
regarding All India Kisan Sabha AIKS): 69. With reference to High Court, consider Geothermal Field Project in India which
1. It was founded in 1936 with Swami the following statements: will be the country’s first ever
Sahjanand Saraswati as the president. geothermal power project”- It is being
1. It has appellate jurisdiction for
established at:
2. The Congress agrarian policy for the enforcement of fundamental rights.
(a) Sohana (b) Ladakh
1937 provincial elections was strongly 2. It can issue writs for enforcement of
(c) Khambhat (d) Tatapani
influenced by the AIKS agenda. an ordinary legal right.
Which of the statements given above 3. It has power to punish for contempt
74. Which of the following organizations
is/are correct? of court. published the “Special Report on
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above ocean and cryosphere”?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is/are correct? (a) World Economic Forum.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (b) United Nation Environment
65. Consider the following: (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Programme
1. Oppression of the agricultural people.
(c) World Meteorological Organization
2. The movement was led by Sidhu and 70. Consider the following statements (d) Intergovernmental Panel on Climate
Kanhu. regarding legislative council:
Change
3. The area between Bhagalpur and 1. It cannot amend or reject a money
Rajmahal was declared as bill. 75. With reference to Herbal Cigarettes,
autonomous. 2. It does not participate in the election which of the following statements
The conditions given above are related to of the representatives of the state in is/are correct?
which of the following movements? the Rajya Sabha. 1. These are paper rolls of herbs such as
(a) Santhal Rebellion Which of the statements given above basil, lemongrass, and spearmint
(b) Khond Uprisings is/are correct? leaves.
(c) Ramosi Risings (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. They do not contain nicotine or
(d) Chuar Uprising (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 tobacco.
3. They do not produce tar.
66. Consider the following statements: Select the correct answer using the code
given below:
1. Due to the irrational use of antibiotics, regarding Deposit Insurance and
pathogens like bacteria, viruses, and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC).
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
parasites become resistant to them. 1. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the
2. Children are not effected by Reserve Bank of India.
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR). 2. It provides insurance cover to all
1. The 74th Amendment Act of 1992
3. The WHO has declared antimicrobial eligible bank depositors up to Rs. 5
added a new Part IX-B to the
resistance (AMR) as one of the top 10 lakhs.
Constitution of India.
global health threats. 3. Deposits of foreign governments,
2. Municipal corporations are
Which of the statements given above deposits of central and state
established for the administration of
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is/are correct? governments, and inter-bank

towns and smaller cities.
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only deposits are also provided insurance
3. A Cantonment board is established
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 cover by DICGC.
for administration of civilian
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population in the cantonment area.
67. With reference to GSLV MkIII, which of is/are correct?
the following statements is/are (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
is/are incorrect?
correct?
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(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 1. It is a complex weather system that 2. The electronic Negotiable Warehouse
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 appears once every year. Receipts (e-NWRs) cannot be traded
2. Due to this the number of fish in the on stock exchanges.
77. Consider the following statements sea reduces. 3. National Electronic Repository
regarding appointment of Law 3. It is used in India for forecasting long Limited (NERL) and CDSL Commodity
Commission in 1833: range monsoon rainfall. Repository Limited (CCRL) are setup
1. It was headed by Lord Macaulay. Which of the statements given above for creation and management of e-
2. It drafted the Criminal Procedure is/are correct? NWRs.
Code and Civil Procedure Code. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the Statements given above
Which of the Statements given above (c) 2 and 3 (d) 1 and 3 only is/are correct?
is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 83. The unemployment caused due to the (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 workers lacking the requisite job skills
is an example of: 88. Which of the following statements are
78. With reference to administrative (a) Cyclical Unemployment unique about 'Kharai camel', a breed of
system under the Akbar, consider the (b) Structural Unemployment camel found in India?
following statements: (c) Frictional Unemployment 1. It is capable of swimming up to three
1. Wazir was the principal link between (d) Disguised Unemployment kilometers in seawater.
the ruler and administration. 2. It survives by grazing on Mangroves.
2. The head of the military 84. Consider the following statements 3. It is endemic to Gujarat.
administration was Mir Bakshi. regarding Pradhan Mantri Matsya Select the correct answer using the code
3. The judicial department was headed Sampada Yojna (PMMSY): given below:
by the chief qazi. 1. It is being implemented by Ministry of (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only
Which of the statements given above is/ Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
are correct? Dairying.
(a) 2 only (b) 1 and 2 only 2. It will be implemented for a period of 89. Which of the following books/religious
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 5 years in coastal states only. texts was/were written by Rammohun
3. The Government will register “Sagar Roy?
79. With reference to the Pandya dynasty Mitra” to provide fisheries extension 1. Gift to Monotheists
of south India, Consider the following services to help achieve the PMMSY 2. Precepts of Jesus
statements: goals. 3. Tatvabodhini Patrika
1. The Pandyas are first mentioned by Which of the statements given above Select the correct answer using the code
Megasthenes in his account, Indica. is/are correct? given below:
2. The Pandya Kingdom was also (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only
mentioned in Sangam Literature. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
is/are correct? 85. “Eudiscopus Denticulus” recently seen 90. Which of the following movements
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only in the news is - occurred during the period of Non-
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) A new species of Bat. cooperation movement?
(b) A rare bee which was found recently 1. Akali movement to remove corrupt
80. Consider the following events: in australia. mahantas from gurudwaras.
1. Battle of Khanwa (c) An invasive alien plant. 2. The Mopala uprising against the
2. First battle of Panipat (d) None of the Above. Zamindars.
3. Battle of Kanauj 3. Revolt by Birsa Munda in
Which of the following is the correct 86. Consider the following statements Chotanagpur plateau.
chronological sequence of the above regarding High Biodiversity Select the correct answer using the code
events? Wilderness Areas (HBWA): given below:
(a) 1-2-3 (b) 2-1-3 1. The HBWA approach has been (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 3-2-1 (d) 1-3-2 developed by the International Union (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
for Conservation of Nature. .
81. Consider the following statements 2. There is no High Biodiversity 91. Consider the following pairs:
regarding Earth’s crust: Wilderness Areas (HBWA) in India. Intrusions Shape
1. The upper part consists of granitic Which of the statements given above are 1. Laccolith Saucer Shape
rocks forming the continents. correct? 2. Lopolith Dome Shape
2. The lower part is a continuous zone of (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. Phacolith Lens Shaped
basaltic rocks forming the ocean (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the pairs given above is/are
floors. correctly matched?
3. The lower part is also called as 87. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only
barysphere. regarding Negotiable Warehouse (b) 3 only
Which of the statements given above Receipts (NWRs) system in India: (c) 2 and 3 only
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is/are correct? 1. Its main objective is to help farmers to (d) 1, 2 and 3

(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only store their produce in scientific
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(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 storage godowns and to seek loan 92. Consider the following statements:
from banks against their NWRs. 1. The protein portion of the enzymes is
82. With reference to EI-Nino, consider the called the apoenzyme.
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2. Non-protein constituents of an 1. It was established in 1997 with the 2. Bags of chips are flushed with sulphur
enzyme are co-factors. signing of the Bangkok Declaration. gas to prevent the chips from getting
3. Catalytic activity is lost when the co- 2. Nepal is a member state. oxidised.
factor is removed from the enzyme. 3. Myanmar was the last country to join Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above it. is/are correct?
is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only given below: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only 4. Consider the following pairs regarding
93. Which one of the following best (c) 1, 2 and 3 different names of cyclones in
describes the term “Blue spots”? (d) None of the above different regions of the world:
(a) A tiny cluster of cells at the base of Name Region
the brain. 98. The term “Mineral Accretion 1. Typhoons Western Pacific
(b) Symptom of Blue baby syndrome Technology” is sometimes seen in the 2. Willy-willies Western Australia
(c) Water components in plant cell news is related to: 3. Hurricanes South China Sea
(d) Aqua culture growth points (a) Poly metallic nodules Which of the pairs given above is/are
(b) Coral restoration correctly matched?
94. Consider the following statements (c) Carbon sequestration (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
regarding Union Public Service (d) None of the Above (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Commission (UPSC):
1. It is an independent constitutional 99. Consider the following statements: 5. With reference to Monetary Policy
body. 1. Narmada river flows in a rift valley. Committee (MPC), consider the
2. Its members hold office until they 2. Kaveri river is the largest peninsular following statements:
attain the age of 65 years river system. 1. The inflation target is decided by the
3. It is consulted while making 3. Krishna river is a tributary of the Monetary Policy committee in
reservations of posts in favour of any Tungabhadra. consultation with RBI.
backward class of citizens. Which of the statements given above 2. The committee has six members,
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? three from RBI and three appointed
is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only by the Government of India.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. It has the authority to decide the repo
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 rate, Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) and
100.The term ‘Troika’ sometimes seen in
Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR).
95. With reference to National Emergency, the news is related to –
consider the following statements: (a) The G20 (b) The G7
is/are correct?
1. The President can proclaim a national (c) ASEAN (d) FATF
emergency only after receiving a (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
written recommendation from the Test – 78
cabinet. 6. With reference to Futures Contract,
2. The declaration of a National 1. Consider the following statements which of the following statements
Emergency is immune from the regarding Biochar: is/are correct?
judicial review. 1. It is a charcoal-like substance which is 1. It is a legal agreement to buy or sell a
3. A resolution of disapproval is produced by burning biomass particular commodity, asset, or
required to be passed by the Lok through pyrolysis. security at a predetermined price.
Sabha only. 2. It is black, bulky, and coarse-grained. 2. Futures are used as a hedge against
Which of the statements given above 3. It decreases the acidity of the soil. the price movement of the underlying
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above asset.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the codes
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only given below:
96. “He was an Italian merchant and (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
explorer. He crossed the Arabian Sea to (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Cambay in Gujarat and entered India in 2. Consider the following statements 7. Recently, which of the following
1420-1421 AD. He travelled to regarding ‘India Plastic Pact’: committees has submitted its report
Pacamuria, Helly and Vijayanagara 1. It is a joint initiative of the World on Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code,
kingdom. At that time, Devaraya I Wildlife Fund India and the 2016?
sworn on the throne of Vijayanagara”. Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). (a) Chandra Shekhar Committee
Which one of the following foreign 2. India has become the first country in (b) PK Mohanty Committee
travellers is described in the above the world to develop a plastic pact for (c) GK Pillai Committee
passage? building a circular system for plastic. (d) GN Bajpai Committee
(a) William Hawkins Which of the above statements is/are
(b) Domingo Paes correct? 8. With reference to the India’s ancient
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(c) Nicolo De Conti (a) 1 only (b) 2 only history, consider the following
(d) None of the above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 statements:
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97. With reference to BIMSTEC, which of
the following statements is/are 3. Consider the following statements: leaders of the guilds.
correct? 1. Oxidisation of fats and oils leads to 2. The Gahapatis also lended money to
change in their smell and taste. the shopkeepers.
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3. They often employed slaves to farm 1. It suggested educating a small 1. It is a multi-member body consisting
their lands. section of upper and middle classes in of a chairperson and two members.
Which of the statements given above line with Macaulay’s minutes. 2. The chairperson should be a retired
is/are correct? 2. It recommended the medium of Chief Justice of a High Court.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only instruction at the primary level was to 3. It can inquire into violation of human
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 be vernacular while at the higher rights in respect of all the subjects
levels it would be English. mentioned in the Seventh Schedule
9. With reference to the Medieval history 3. It laid stress on female and vocational of the Constitution.
of Northern India, consider the education, and on teachers’ training. Which of the statements given above
following statement: Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1. Sulaiman was an Arab merchant is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
wrote about the Pala Empire. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. The movement of scholars and goods (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
between India and West Asia 19. Consider the following statements
discontinued during the period of 14. Which of the following events regarding council of ministers:
Pratiharas. occurred during Lord William 1. They are collectively responsible to
Which of the statements given above is Bentinck? the Parliament.
/are correct? 1. Abolition of sati and other cruel rites 2. Article 75 contains the principle of
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. Suppression of thuggee individual responsibility.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. Treaty of ‘perpetual friendship’ with 3. In India there is no provision in the
Ranjeet Singh Constitution for the system of legal
10. Consider the following statements: Select the correct answer using the code responsibility of a minister.
1. Article 2 of the Constitution empowers given below: Which of the Statements given above
the Parliament to admit new states (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only is/are correct?
into the Union of India. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
2. Parliament can alter the name of any (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
state under Article 3 of the 15. Consider the following statements:
Constitution. 1. Tooth decay starts when pH of the 20. The term “Harbinger 2021” often
Which of the statements given above mouth is lower than 5. mentioned in the news is related to:
is/are correct? 2. Tooth enamel is made up of calcium (a) An initiative announced by world
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only hydroxyapatite. leaders at UNFCC COP26, Glasgow.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. Bacteria present in the mouth (b) NITI Aayog’s intiative towards better
produce alkaline medium by trade cooperation among States.
11. A person can be deprived of Indian degradation of sugar. (c) Reserve Bank of India’s first global
citizenship under which of the Which of the statements given above hackathon.
following circumstances? is/are correct? (d) Bilateral trade agreement between
1. The citizen has obtained the citizenship (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only India and Sweden.
by fraud. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. He has shown disloyalty towards the 21. Consider the following statements
Constitution. 16. Consider the following pairs of regarding Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR):
3. He has unlawfully communicated with naturally occurring Acids: 1. It is amount of cash that the
the enemy during a war. Natural Source Acid scheduled commercial banks are
Select the correct answer using the code 1. Vinegar Acetic acid required to maintain with RBI.
given below: 2. Tamarind Methanoic acid 2. For scheduled banks, the
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 3. Ant sting Tartaric acid maintenance of CRR is governed
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 4. Tomato Oxalic acid through Banking Regulation Act
Which of the pairs given above is/are 1949.
12. Consider the following statements correctly matched? 3. Only Commercial Banks are required
regarding the Shanghai Cooperation (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only to maintain CRR.
Organisation (SCO): (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only Which of the statements given above
1. The Heads of State Council (HSC) is is/are correct?
the supreme decision-making body in 17. Consider the following statements: (a) 1 only (b) 3 only
the SCO. 1. A mature sandalwood kills its inner (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only
2. India is one of the founding members. trunk cells to reduce energy
3. Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure requirement to form heartwood. 22. Which of the following forms a part of
(RATS) based in Tashkent is a 2. To avoid mortality due to microbial economic cost of food grains to Food
permanent body of SCO. attack, the heartwood produces Corporation of India (FCI)?
Which of the statements given above chemicals that eventually give the 1. Minimum Support Price (MSP) plus
is/are correct? fragrance to the tree trunk. procurement incidental cost
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Which of the statements given above 2. Distribution Cost

(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct? 3. Buffer Carrying cost
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Select the correct answer using the codes
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13. Consider the following statements (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 given below:
regarding the Wood’s Despatch: 18. Consider the following statements (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
regarding State Human Rights (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Commission (SHRC):
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1. Bali and Bhaga were the taxes (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
23. With reference to Viability Gap imposed by the Mahajanapadas on
Funding Scheme (VGF), which of the agricultural produce. 33. Consider the following statements:
following statements is/are correct? 2. The traders had to pay taxes on sales 1. The maximum number of judges in
1. The scheme provides financial support to a toll officer, called the Shaulkika. the Supreme Court cannot exceed 30
to economically justified but Which of the statements given above judges excluding the Chief Justice of
commercially unviable infrastructure is/are correct? India.
projects. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. The judges are appointed on the
2. It covers up to 40% of the Total (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 recommendations of National
Project Cost (TPC). Judicial Appointments Commission
3. It aims to promote Public Private 29. Consider the following statements (NJAC).
Partnerships (PPP) in social and regarding Gaganyaan Programme: 3. The Constitution has not prescribed a
Economic Infrastructure. 1. Its objective is to show indigenous minimum age for appointment as a
Select the correct answer using the codes capability to undertake human space judge of the Supreme Court.
given below: flight mission. Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 2. It envisages undertaking of human is/are incorrect?
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 spaceflight to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
for short-term. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
24. Consider the following statements 3. Three manned mission are approved
regarding Cold Mix Asphalt by Government of India (GoI) under 34. With reference to Delhi Sultanate,
Technology: the programme. consider the following pairs:
1. It is produced by mixing unheated Which of the statements given above Categories Description
mineral aggregate with emulsified is/are correct? 1. Iqta land Lands assigned to
bitumen. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only officials
2. The structural strength of this (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. Khalisa land Land assigned or
technology is higher than that of the granted to religious
hot mix asphalt technology. 30. Consider the following statements leaders
3. It helps in reducing the carbon regarding cookies as digital trackers: 3. Inam land Land under the
footprint of the planet earth. 1. They share browsing details with direct control of the
Which of the statements given above advertisers. Sultan
is/are correct? 2. They retain login details for quick Which of the pairs given above is/are
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only retrieval. correct?
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. They are generated by the websites (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
themselves. (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
25. Climate Action and Finance 4. They are not able to track people’s
Mobilization Dialogue (CAFMD) is an digital footprint. 35. Which of the following is/ are features
initiative between India and which one Which of the statements given above of Hindustani music?
of the following Countries? is/are correct? 1. Improvisations are not allowed.
(a) Australia (b) USA (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only 2. Influenced by Persian music.
(c) Japan (d) European Union (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 3. More emphasis on vocal music than
on instruments.
26. Consider the following conditions for 31. With reference to Public Accounts Select the correct answer using the code
the formation of dew: Committee, consider the following given below:
1. Clear sky statements: (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
2. High relative humidity 1. It was formed under the provisions of (c) 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only
3. Cold and long nights the Government of India Act of 1935.
4. Air temperature below freezing point 2. It consists of members of Lok Sabha 36. Consider the following statements:
Which of the conditions given above only. 1. Swarajists advocated the entry of
is/are correct? 3. It examines the annual audit reports Indian leaders into Legislative
(a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 2 and 4 only of the Comptroller and Auditor councils.
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 General of India (CAG). 2. No-Changers wanted to end the
Which of the statements given above Boycott and the Non-Cooperation
27. Consider the following pairs: is/are correct? Movement.
River Countries/ Region (a) 1 only b) 3 only Which of the statements given above
1. Orinoco Japan (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only is/are correct?
2. Murray Australia (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
3. Danube Europe 32. Consider the following statements: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the pairs given above is/are 1. The Parliament can make laws for the
correctly matched? whole or any part of the territory of 37. Which of the following thematic
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India. circuits are identified under the

(c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) None of these 2. The parliament alone can make Swadesh Darshan Scheme?
‘extra-territorial legislation’. 1. Himalayan circuit
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28. Consider the following statements Which of the statements given above 2. Coastal circuit
about taxation during the 3. Tribal circuit
is/are correct?
Mahajanapadas period: 4. Heritage circuit
5. Sufi circuit
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6. Spiritual circuit 2. Floating rate bonds Interest rate is 47. Consider the following statements
Select the correct answer using the code fixed but revised on fixed intervals regarding Large Area Certification
given below: linked to inflation (LAC) in India:
(a) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 only 3. Inflation indexed bonds Interest rate 1. It is a certification programme to
(b) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 only is linked with CPI or WPI harness the potential areas of organic
(c) 1, 2, 4 and 6 only Which of the pairs given above is/are farming in India.
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 correctly matched? 2. The Department of Agriculture and
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Farmers Welfare is implementing it
38. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 under Paramparagat Krishi Vikas
regarding Core Investment Companies Yojana (PKVY).
(CICs): 43. Consider the following statements 3. Madhya Pradesh has become the first
1. They are specialized Non-Banking regarding Green Voyage 2050 Project: area to get LAC under this scheme.
Financial Companies regulated by 1. The main aim of this initiative is to Which of the statements given above
Securities and Exchange Board of transform the aviation industry is/are correct?
India (SEBI). towards a lower carbon future. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only
2. CICs invest not less than 90 per cent 2. It is an initiative of the International (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
of their total assets in shares and Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
securities. 3. India is a member of this initiative. 48. Which of the following statements
3. CICs have asset size of Rs 100 crore Which of the statements given above is/are correct regarding Blue-Finned
and above. is/are correct? Mahseer?
Which of the statements given above (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 1. They prefer clean, fast flowing and
is/are correct? (c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only well oxygenated waters and have a
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only lower fecundity rate.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3 44. Consider the following statements 2. They are carnivorous in nature.
regarding flying cars: 3. Recently the International Union for
39. Which of the following institution 1. These are technically known as Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) has
publishes the Global financial stability vertical take-off and landing aircraft. changed their status to critically
report? 2. These will fly at much lower emissions endangered.
(a) World Bank than the internal combustion engine Select the correct answer using the code
(b) World Economic Forum cars. given below:
(c) Reserve Bank of India 3. These are on par or even better than (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
(d) International Monetary Fund electric vehicles. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
40. Consider the following statements: is/are correct? 49. Consider the following statements:
1. Core Inflation refers to the change (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 1. The saliva contains an enzyme that
value of all types of commodities in (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 breaks down starch.
the economy. 2. The hydrochloric acid creates an
2. Headline inflation excludes food and 45. Which of the following events occur acidic medium facilitating the action
fuel items. during the process of photosynthesis? of the enzyme pepsin.
3. Core inflation is less volatile than 1. Reduction of carbon dioxide to Which of the statements given above
headline inflation. carbohydrates. is/are correct?
Which of the statements given above 2. Conversion of light energy to (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
is/are incorrect? chemical energy. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(a) 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only 3. Combining of hydrogen and oxygen
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 into water molecules. 50. “SMART” recently seen in the news is a
Select the correct answer using the code –
41. Consider the following statements given below: (a) Torpedo
regarding SME Exchange: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (b) Ballistic missile
1. SMEs listed on SME exchange cannot (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Cruise missile
transfer to Main exchanges such as (d) Anti-tank guided missile
National Stock Exchange (NSE) and 46. Consider the following statements
Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). regarding Central Zoo Authority: 51. Consider the following statements
2. To be listed on the SME exchange, the 1. It was established by an executive regarding Lok Adalats:
post-issue paid-up capital of the order of the government of India. 1. The award by the Lok Adalat is
company should not exceed Rs.25 2. It is chaired by the Environment binding on the parties.
crores. Minister of India. 2. Its decisions can be appealed in
Which of the statements given above 3. The authority lays down guidelines District Court.
is/are correct? and prescribes rules under which Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only animals can be transferred among is/are correct?
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(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 zoos internationally.

Which of the statements given above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
42. Consider the following pairs: is/are correct?
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Dated securities Interest rate (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 52. Which of the following are the reasons
1. Fixed rate bonds Interest rate is (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 for ineffective performance of the
fixed till maturity Panchayati Raj Institutions?
1. Reluctance to use fiscal powers
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2. Lack of adequate devolution 2. The plan laid more emphasis on
3. Excessive control by bureaucracy agriculture. 62. Consider the following statements
4. Lack of optimum utilization of funds 3. It endorsed the idea of centralized regarding Rig-Vedic people:
Select the correct answer using the code planning. 1. Cattle-breeding was the source of
given below: Which of the statements given above livelihood of the Rig-Vedic people.
(a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only is/are correct? 2. They did not practice agriculture.
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 3. They were familiar with copper.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 4. The chief of the tribe fought for cows
53. Consider the following statements and not for territory.
regarding the Montreal Protocol: 58. When an individual applies for a job Which of the statements given above
1. It is the only UN treaty ever that has but could not get one, then how does is/are correct?
been ratified universally. it affect the labour force participation (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 4 only
2. Under this protocol, developing and rate (LFPR)? (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
developed countries have equal but (a) Increases
differentiated responsibilities. (b) Decreases 63. With reference to radioactive
3. It includes control measures for (c) Remains same substances, which of the following
carbon tetrachloride, methyl (d) May increase or decrease depending statements is/are incorrect?
chloroform and halons. on the length of time he/she could 1. They cannot decay naturally.
Which of the statements given above not get a job 2. They release alpha, beta and gamma
is/are correct? particles.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 59. Consider the following statements 3. Sources of these substances cannot
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 regarding International Whaling be turned off.
Commission: Select the correct answer using the code
54. Consider the following statements 1. It is an Intergovernmental given below:
regarding Dam Rehabilitation and organization whose purpose is the (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
Improvement Project (DRIP Phase II): conservation of whales, dolphins and (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. It is an initiative of the government of other cetaceans.
India and Asian Development Bank 2. India is an observer state of the 64. Consider the following statements
for upgrading the dam safety in India. International Whaling Commission. regarding emergency provisions:
2. It is being implemented on a pan Which of the statements given above 1. It converts the federal structure into a
India basis by the Ministry of Jal is/are correct? unitary one without a formal
Shakti. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only amendment of the Constitution.
3. The time frame for the (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. The President can proclaim a national
implementation of this scheme is 10 emergency only after receiving a
years. 60. Consider the following Statements written recommendation from the
Which of the statements given above regarding the recently held LEAF cabinet.
is/are correct? coalition: 3. The emergency can be extended to
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only 1. It is a public-private effort to protect an indefinite period with an approval
(c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only tropical and subtropical forests. of the Parliament for every six
2. It intends to mobilize at least 1 billion months.
55. The Tropic of Capricorn passes through dollars in financing to countries Which of the statements given above
which of the following countries? committed to protecting their is/are correct?
1. Mauritania tropical forests. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
2. Mexico 3. India was one of the founding (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. Mozambique members of this initiative.
4. Madagascar Which of the statements given above 65. Consider the following statements
5. Mali is/are correct? regarding qualifications for election as
Select the correct answer using the code (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only President:
given below: (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. He should have completed 30 years
(a) 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 5 only of age.
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 2, 3 and 5 only 61. Which of the following statements 2. He should be qualified for election as
56. Consider the following statements: is/are correct regarding the Charter a member of the Lok Sabha.
1. Carbon dioxide and water vapour are Act of 1833? 3. A sitting Vice-President is deemed to
found up to 220 km from the surface 1. A sum of one lakh rupees was to be hold office of profit and not qualified
of the earth. set aside for promotion of education. as a presidential candidate.
2. Carbon dioxide is transparent to the 2. Christian missionaries were permitted Which of the statements given above
incoming solar radiation but opaque to come to India and preach their is/are incorrect?
to the outgoing terrestrial radiation. religion. (a) 1 and 2 only
Which of the statements given above 3. No Indian citizen was to be denied (b) 1 and 3 only
employment under the Company on (c) 2 and 3 only
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is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only the basis of religion, colour, birth or (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 descent.
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57. Consider the following statements Select the correct answer using the code 66. Consider the following pairs:
regarding the Gandhian Plan,1944: given below: Term Process of heat
1. It was formulated by Sriman Narayan (a) 1 only (b) 2 only transfer
Agarwal. (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. Advection Horizontal
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movement of air (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. Mandamus can be issued to enforce a
2. Convection Vertical heating of (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only contractual obligation.
the atmosphere 3. Certiotari is both preventive as well as
3. Conduction flow of energy from 71. “This national park is home to curative.
the warmer to cooler important species like Tiger, Chinese 4. Quo-Warranto can be issued in cases
body pangolin, Slow loris, and Clouded of ministerial office or private office.
Which of the pairs given above is/are leopard. The vegetation mainly Which of the statements given above
correctly matched? consists of tropical evergreen forest. It is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only has the highest concentration of the (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only
rare endangered white winged wood
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
duck. River Dirak flows through this
protected area. Also, it has been
67. “This port is popularly known as the 77. Which of the following is the correct
recently notified as a national park by
‘Queen of the Arabian Sea. It is a chronological order of invaders from
the government of this state.” The
natural harbour and is close to the Central Asia?
following paragraph describes which
Suez-Colombo route. It caters to the (a) Greek-Sakas-Parthians-Kushans
of the following?
needs of Kerala, southern Karnataka (b) Greek-Parthians-Sakas-Kushans.
(a) Raimona National Park
and south western Tamil Nadu”- Which (c) Greek-Sakas-Kushans-Parthians.
of the following is that port? (b) Galathea National Park
(d) Greek-Kushans-Sakas-Parthians.
(a) Ennore Port (b) Tuticorin Port (c) Dehing Patkai National Park
(c) Kochi Port (d) Chennai Port (d) South Button National Park
72. Consider the following statements 1. Firoz Tughlaq was the first Sultan to
68. Consider the following statements impose irrigation tax.
regarding National Multidimensional regarding right to freedom of religion:
1. State can spend public money for the 2. Diwan-i-Khairat was created by Firoz
Poverty Index- Baseline Report Tughlaq to take care of orphans and
recently seen in news: promotion or maintenance of any
particular religion. widows.
1. It is India’s first Multidimensional
2. No religious instruction shall be Which of the statements given above
Poverty Survey published by National
provided in any educational is/are correct?
Statistical Office (NSO).
institution wholly maintained out of (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
2. It is based on National Family Health
State funds. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Survey 4.
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? 79. Consider the following layers of
is/are correct? Atmosphere:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. Stratosphere
2. Troposphere
73. “India Out Campaign” has recently 3. Thermosphere
69. With reference to World Bank’s 4. Mesosphere
classification of economies, consider been mentioned in the news in context
with which of the following nation? Which of the following is the correct
the following statements:
(a) Maldives (b) Srilanka increasing order of these layers with
1. The classification is based on the
(c) Nepal (d) Iran respect to the Altitude?
purchasing power parity of the
(a) 1-2-3-4 (b) 4-1-3-2
countries.
74. Consider the following statements (c) 3-2-4-1 (d) 2-1-4-3
2. Classification of economies regarding Respirable suspended
determines the lending eligibility of particulate matter (RSPM): 80. Under the Swachh Bharat Mission, the
the countries. 1. It is a complex mixture of particles Swachh Survekshan is an annual survey
3. World Bank classifies countries into measuring less than 10 micrometres of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation
two major groups of Advanced in diameter. in cities and towns of India. According
economies and developing 2. These impact the health of Giant to the Swachh Survekshan 2021, Which
economies. Asian honey bees that produce over one of the following Cities is declared
Which of the statements given above 80 per cent of the honey in India. as the first Water Plus City of India?
is/are incorrect? Which of the statements given above (a) Hyderabad (b) Bangalore
(a) 1 only (b) 3 only is/are correct? (c) Indore (d) Surat
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 81. Consider the following statements
70. With reference to urban co-operative 75. Consider the following statements: regarding “Vivad se Viswas” scheme:
banks (UCBs), consider the following 1. The scheme covers both direct and
1. The atom is not a fundamental object.
statements: indirect taxes.
2. Atom contains quarks.
1. These are primary credit societies 2. The objective of the scheme is to
3. A quark is made up of protons and
(PCSs) operating in urban, semi- reduce litigations in tax payments.
neutrons.
urban and rural areas. Which of the statements given above
2. They cater to the needs of small is/are correct?
is/are correct?
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borrowers including MSMEs, retail (a) 1 only (b) 2 only

traders and small entrepreneurs. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. UCBs are registered and governed by
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76. With reference to writs, consider the 82. Which of the following forms part of
Reserve Bank of India. following statements: the Capital Account transactions of
Which of the statements given above 1. Habeas corpus can be issued against Government of India?
is/are correct? private individuals.
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1. Foreign currency deposits of State 1. Ministry of Home Affairs has power to
Bank of India extend the jurisdiction of the Border 92. Which of the following was/were the
2. Foreign Direct Investments in Security Force (BSF) in the states. sources of revenue for the Chola
pharmaceuticals 2. It has powers to arrest, search and Empire?
3. Interest payment of loan given to seize under the NDPS (Narcotic Drugs 1. Land tax
Bangladesh and Psychotropic Substances) Act. 2. Tolls on trade
4. A loan taken from World Bank Which of the statements given above 3. Taxes on professionals
5. Private remittances is/are correct? 4. Plunder of the neighboring territories
Select the correct answer using the codes (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Select the correct answer using the code
given below: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 given below:
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 5 only (a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 88. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
regarding amara-nayaka system:
83. Consider the following statements: 1. It was a major political innovation of 93. Consider the following statements:
1. When lead is blended with petroleum the Vijayanagara Empire. 1. The Communist Party of India (CPI)
it improves the efficiency of the 2. It was influenced by the iqta system was formed in Tashkent in 1920.
vehicular engine. of the Delhi Sultanate. 2. Hindustan Republican Association
2. India has announced to phase out Which of the statements given above was founded in Kanpur by Ram
leaded petroleum officially by 2025. is/are correct? Prasad Bismil and Sachin Sanyal.
Which of the statements given above (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is/are correct?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 89. With reference to Inflation in India, (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
consider the following statements:
84. Consider the following pairs: 1. In India, the inflation target is 4% with 94. Consider the following statements
Glacier Location a band of +/- 2%. with regard to the impact of Christain
1. Fedchenko Tajikistan 2. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) uses Missionaries on Indian Society during
2. Siachen India Consumer Price Index (CPI) as the key the British rule:
3. Baltoro Afghanistan measure of inflation. 1. They supported Western Education
Which of the pairs given above is/are 3. An ‘Inflation Expectation Survey’ is for Indians and established many
correctly matched? conducted by National Statistical schools, colleges and hospitals.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Office (NSO) to gauge the 2. They criticized imperialistic policies
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 household’s expectation regarding with the hope to push more people to
inflation. convert to Christianity.
85. With reference to Coriolis force, which Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above
of the following statements is/are is/are correct? is/are correct?
correct? (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. It deflects the wind to the right (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
direction in the northern hemisphere.
2. The deflection is less when the wind 90. With reference to Insurance sector in 95. With reference to the Paramahansa
velocity is high. India, consider the following Mandali, consider the following
3. It is absent at the poles and is statements: statements:
maximum at the equator. 1. Overall insurance penetration in India 1. It was founded by Vishnu Shastri
Select the correct answer using the code is higher than the global average. Pandit in Maharashtra.
given below: 2. 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) 2. The mandali advocated women’s
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only is allowed in insurance sector through education and widow remarriage.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Automatic route. 3. The ideology of the Mandali was
Which of the statements given above closely linked with the Manav Dharma
86. Consider the following statements is/are correct? Sabha.
regarding combined antiretroviral (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above
therapy (cART): (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is/are correct?
1. It provides cure for HIV. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
2. It can suppress the virus and cause it 91. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
to become latent. regarding ‘SUJALAM’ Campaign:
3. It can cause loss of function in the 1. It aims to create 1 million soak pits 96. Which among the following countries
mitochondria. throughout India in 100 days only. has recently introduced a new
4. cART is known to have best results 2. It is an initiative of the Ministry of mechanism to reduce carbon emission
Housing and Urban Affairs and called the Forest Carbon Credit
when patients fully follow their drug
Stamps?
regimen. Ministry of Rural Development.
(a) India (b) China
3. It aims to achieve ODF Plus status for
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(c) Australia (d) Japan
is/are correct? villages across the country in an
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only accelerated manner.
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(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Which of the statements given above
regarding the Mines and Minerals
87. Consider the following statements is/are correct? (Development and Regulation) Act
regarding Border Security Force (BSF): (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2021:
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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1. The Act empowers both the central as Select the correct answer using the code 3. Revenue Deficit - The difference
well as the state government to given below. between revenue expenditure and
reserve captive mines in India. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only revenue receipt
2. States may conduct the auction of (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the pairs given above is/are
mineral concessions other than coal, correctly matched?
lignite, and atomic minerals. 2. With reference to asafoetida, which of (a) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Which of the above statements is/are the following statements is/are (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
correct? correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. Its chemical constituents are 7. Which one of the following best
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 antibacterial and anti-HIV. describes the term “Merchant Discount
2. It is a resin which comes from the Rate (MDR)” sometimes seen in news?
98. Which of the following rights were taproots of the Ferula family. (a) It is the rate offered on export of
guaranteed by the Resolution of 3. It plays an essential role in digestion. commodities excluding the subsidies
Fundamental Rights passed in the Select the correct answer using the code provided by the government.
Karachi session of 1931? given below. (b) It is the discount offered by digital
1. Free speech and free press (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only payment operators on digital
2. Free primary education (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 transactions.
3. Universal adult franchise (c) It is the discounted rate offered by
4. Neutrality of state in religious matters 3. Consider the following statements banks on loans provided to MSMEs.
Select the correct answer from the code regarding the Constitution of India: (d) It is the sum total of all the charges
given below: 1. The term ‘Federation’ has nowhere and taxes that a digital payment
(a) 1 and 4 only been used in the Constitution. entails.
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only 2. The Indian Parliament is not a
(c) 2 and 3 only sovereign body. 8. Which of the following is incorrect
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 3. The political part of the Constitution regarding ‘Agriculture Infrastructure
have been drawn from the Fund’?
99. Which of the following organizations Government of India Act of 1935. (a) It is a financing facility for investment
published “The State of Finance for Which of the statements given above in viable projects for agricultural
Nature Report”? is/are correct? infrastructure.
(a) World Economic Forum and United (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (b) It has provision of loan waivers to
Nation Environment Programme (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 uplift the distressed farmers.
(b) United Nation Development (c) It provides an interest subvention for
Programme 4. Consider the following statements a loan upto Rs.2 crore to eligible
(c) Worldwide Fund and International regarding zonal councils: entities.
Union for Conservation of Nature. 1. The Zonal Councils are the (d) Startups and Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
(d) None of the above constitutional bodies. are also eligible to avail the benefits
2. A North-Eastern Council was created under this facility.
100.Consider the following statements by a separate Act of Parliament.
regarding AstroSat: 3. It is advisory in nature 9. Consider the following statements
1. It is the first dedicated Indian mission Which of the statements given above regarding the Infrastructure for
aimed at studying celestial sources in is/are incorrect? Resilient Island States (IRIS):
UV spectral bands only. (a) 1 only (b) 3 only 1. It is aimed at creating a coalition for
2. Its objective is to understand high (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only putting in place infrastructure that
energy processes in binary star can withstand natural disasters and
systems containing neutron stars and 5. With reference to State legislative lessen economic losses in island
black holes. council, consider the following nations.
3. It is a ground-based telescope statements: 2. India is not a member of this initiative.
installed in desert part of Rajasthan. 1. The maximum and the minimum Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above limits is fixed by Parliament. is/are correct?
is/are correct? 2. The maximum strength of the council (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only is fixed at one-third of the strength of (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 the assembly.
Which of the statements given above 10. “These are the forests of the cold
Test - 79 is/are correct? winters and short summers. The
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only common trees that are found in these
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 forests are spruce, pine, and firs. The
1. With reference to Bleaching Powder, soil beneath these forests often
which of the following statements contains permafrost and rocks which
is/are correct? 6. Consider the following pairs:
1. Primary Deficit - The difference creates shallow bogs known as
1. It is produced by the action of muskegs. Instead of shrubs and
between Budget expenditure and
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chlorine on dry slaked lime. flowers, mosses, lichens, and

2. It is used as an oxidising agent in Budget receipt
mushrooms cover the floor of these
chemical industries. 2. Fiscal Deficit - The difference between
forests. Bears and lynx are
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3. It is used for bleaching wood pulp in the total expenditure and total fairly common fauna.” Which of the
paper factories. receipts except the borrowings. following types of forest ecosystems is
being described by the above passage?
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(a) Tropical Forests 4. Extensive external trade was carried 2. Recently, its whole genome was
(b) Temperate Forests with the Romans and Greeks. sequenced by the Department of
(c) Taiga Forests Which of the statements given above Biotechnology-Institute of Life
(d) None of the above is/are correct? Sciences.
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only Which of the statements given above
11. Which of the following statements (c) 1 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 is/are correct?
regarding the recently launched E- (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Amrit Portal are correct? 16. Which of the following events (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. It is a one-stop destination for all occurred during the reign of Governor
information on electric vehicles in General Lord Dalhousie? 21. Which of the following forms a part of
India. 1. Wood’s education dispatch Economic Stimulus provided by
2. It was launched by India at the COP26 2. Telegraph and postal reforms Government?
Summit in Glasgow. 3. Establishment of three universities in 1. Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana
3. It has been developed and hosted by Calcutta, madras and Bombay 2. Increasing tax rates
NITI Aayog. 4. Widow Remarriage act 3. Emergency Credit Guarantee Scheme
Select the correct answer using the code Select the correct answer using the code for Micro Small and Medium
given below: given below: Enterprises (MSMSs)
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only 4. Cutting down interest rates
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 3 only (d) 4 and 3 only Select the correct answer using the codes
given below:
12. Which of the following pairs are 17. With reference to Khan Abdul Gaffar (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only
correctly matched? Khan, consider the following (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
Personality - Institution statements:
1. He had alliance with the Muslim 22. Consider the following statements
1. Colonel H.S. Olcott - Theosophical
regarding Bharat Bond Exchange
Society League till independence was
Traded Fund (ETF):
2. Annie Besant - Central Hindu School achieved.
1. It is a basket of bonds issued by
3. Rama Bai - Sharda Sadan 2. He founded the Khudai Khidmatgar
various Central Public Sector
Select the correct answer using the code movement in 1929.
Enterprises (CPSU).
given below: 3. He was opposed to partition and
2. The bonds issued are not tradable in
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only demanded the creation of an
secondary market.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 independent state of Pashtunistan.
3. Retail investors are not allowed to
invest in ETFs.
regarding Atmosphere: (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
is/are correct?
1. The density of the atmosphere (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 only
increases with the increase in altitude.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only
2. The thickness of the troposphere is 18. Consider the following statements
greatest at the equator. about the Regulating Act of 1773: 23. Consider the following statements
3. Thermosphere is the outermost layer 1. It subsumed the presidencies of regarding Equity Securities market in
of the atmosphere. Madras and Bombay under Bengal’s India:
Which of the statements given above control. 1. Equity securities entitle the holder to
is/are correct? 2. The Company’s territories in India some control of the company.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only were termed ‘British possessions’. 2. Holders of equity security receive
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. It allowed the servants of the interest and repayment of the
Company to engage in private trade. principal.
14. Consider the following pairs: Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above
Sea Bordering Country is/are correct? is/are correct?
1. Caspian Sea Turkmenistan (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
2. Black Sea Greece (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. Red Sea Syria
4. Mediterranean Sea Morocco 19. Which of the following organizations 24. Consider the following statements:
Which of the pairs given above is/are has recently published the “Production 1. Nimbarka was the founder of
correctly matched? Gap Report 2021”? ‘Dvaitadvaita’.
(a) 2 and 4 only (b) 3 and 4 only (a) United Nation Environment 2. Dadu Dayal was a prominent figure of
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 4 only Programme Nirguna school of Bhakti movement.
(b) World Bank Which of the statements given above
15. With reference to the Sangam society, (c) International Union for Conservation is/are correct?
consider the following statements: of Nature. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. Hereditary monarchy was the form of (d) World Economic Forum. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
government during the Sangam
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period. 20. Consider the following statements 25. The book ‘Rajatarangini’, which gives
2. Love marriage was a common regarding Avicennia Marina: biographies of kings of Kashmir, was
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practice and women were allowed to 1. It is a salt-secreting and written by

choose their partners. extraordinarily salt-tolerant (a) Bilhana (b) Kalhana
3. The practice of Sati was prevalent in mangrove species of India. (c) Atula (d) Sandhyakara
the lower strata of the society. Nandi
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26. Which among the following factors Which of the statements given above (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
influence the movement of Ocean is/are correct? (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Current? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. Coriolis Force. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 36. With reference to Cash Management
2. Gravity. Bills (CMBs), consider the following
3. Solar Irradiance 31. Which of the following is/are functions statements:
4. Salinity of the Ocean. of the fundamental rights? 1. They are short term bills issued by
5. Movement of Planetary winds. 1. It facilitate the establishment of rule central government to meet its
Select the correct answer using the code of law in the country. immediate cash needs.
given below. 2. It protects the interests of minorities 2. The CMBs have the generic character
(a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 2, 3 and 5 only and weaker sections of society. of T-bills but are issued for maturities
(c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 3. They check the absoluteness of the less than 91 days.
authority of the government. Which of the statements given above
27. Consider the following statements 4. It lays down the foundation stone of is/are correct?
regarding the International Criminal social equality. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Court: Select the correct answer using the codes (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. It is established to prosecute given below:
individuals for committing the crimes (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only 37. Which of the following cost inputs are
against the international community. (c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 considered by the Commission for
2. It was established by the Rome Agricultural Costs & Prices (CACP)
Statute in 1998. 32. Arrange the following events in their while calculating the Production Cost
3. It is headquartered at Geneva. chronological order: for MSP (Minimum Support Prices)?
4. India is a member of the ICC. 1. Reign of Krishna Raya Deva of 1. Costs borne by the farmer on seeds
Which of the statements given above Vijayanagara and fertilisers
is/are correct? 2. Construction of Qutub Minar 2. Imputed cost of unpaid family labour
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only 3. Arrival of Portuguese in India 3. Cost of leased-in land
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 4. Death of Firoz Tughlaq 4. Rentals forgone on owned land
Select the correct answer using the code Select the correct answer using the codes
28. Which of the following statements given below: given below:
regarding Information Management (a) 2-4-3-1 (b) 2-4-1-3 (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only
and Analysis Center (IMAC) is/are (c) 4-2-1-3 (d) 4-2-3-1 (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
correct?
1. It is jointly operated by the Indian 33. Consider the following statements: 38. With reference to Domestic
Army and Navy. 1. Atharvaveda describes the concept of Systemically Important Insurers (D-
2. It is used to track commercial and Varna System in Indian Society. SIIs), which of the following
non-military ships only. statements is/are incorrect?
2. Arayankas describes the rituals and
3. It focuses on the ships passing 1. D-SIIs are perceived as insurers that
sacrifices involved in the Vedas from
through the Indian Ocean Region are ‘too important to fail’.
various perspectives.
only. 2. D-SIIs are identified by Government
3. Upanishads are generally considered
Select the correct answer using the code of India on an annual basis.
as the last part of the Vedas and are
given below. 3. The expectation of government
also known as Vedanta.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only support to such insurers may reduce
(c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 risk taking and improve market
is/are correct?
discipline among insurers.
29. Consider the following statements Select the correct answer using the codes
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
regarding the advocate general: given below:
1. He is appointed by the President. 34. “Hemidactylus easai” is the newly (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
2. He must be a person who is qualified discovered species of: (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
to be appointed a judge of the (a) A butterfly
Supreme Court. (b) A parrot 39. Which of the following committees is
3. He enjoys all the privileges and not associated with Banking Sector
(c) A Rodent
immunities that are available to a Reforms?
(d) A Gecko
member of the state legislature. (a) Tarapore Committee
Which of the statements given above 35. With reference to Inflight Wifi, which (b) PK Mohanty Committee
is/are correct? of the following statements is/are (c) Kelkar Committee
(a) 1 only (b) 3 only correct? (d) Bhandari Committee
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only 1. Air-to-ground system is a system that
works similar to mobile data network 40. Consider the following statements
30. Consider the following statements: on cell phones. regarding “Shoonya” Campaign:
1. The Parliament can redraw the 2. WiFi in airplanes are slower and 1. It aims to promote zero-pollution
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political map of India according to its expensive than on the ground. delivery vehicles in India.
will. 3. There are towers that project signals 2. It is an initiative of the NITI Aayog.
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2. The 100th Constitutional Amendment upwards unlike mobile data towers

Act was enacted to give effect to the that projects downwards. is/are correct?
transfer of certain territories to Select the correct answer using the code (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Bangladesh. given below: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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41. Consider the following statements Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above
regarding Chandrayaan is/are incorrect? is/are correct?
1. This mission’s goal is to land on the (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
lunar South Pole, similar to its (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
predecessor.
2. The launch will be performed using 46. Consider the following statements 51. Consider the following statements
the GSLV Mk III rocket. regarding the cabinet committees: regarding Renewable Energy
3. The mission configuration does not 1. They are extra-constitutional in its Certificate (REC) in India:
include a Rover. nature. 1. It is a market-based instrument to
Which of the statements given above 2. Standing cabinet committees are of promote renewable energy and
is/are correct? permanent nature. facilitate compliance of renewable
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 3. They are based on the principles of purchase obligations.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 division of labour and effective 2. One Renewable Energy Certificate
delegation. (REC) is treated as equivalent to 1
42. With reference to aerosol formation, Which of the statements given above Kilowatt-Hour.
which of the following statements is/are correct? Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? (a) 2 only (b) 3 only is/are correct?
1. When deep and convective clouds (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
carry gases high into the atmosphere, (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
they form small aerosol particles. 47. Consider the following statements
2. The gas-to-particle conversion regarding the Parliament: 52. Which among the following Indian
brightens clouds in the tropics over 1. The office of whip is based on the species is/are considered as “Possibly
Pacific Ocean. conventions of the parliament. Extinct” in the latest IUCN Assessment?
Select the correct answer using the code 2. The power of adjournment sine die 1. Fire coral 2. Pink-headed duck
given below: lies with the presiding officer. 3. Coconut Crab 4. Siberian Crane
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. Prorogation does not affect the bills Select the correct answer using the code
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 or any other business pending before given below:
the House. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 4 only
43. Which of the following is/are features Which of the statements given above (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
of parliamentary form of government? is/are correct?
1. Presence of nominal and real (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 53. Which of the following statements
executives (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct regarding the Harit
2. The ministers are collectively Dhara?
responsible 48. Consider the following statements: 1. It is a new variety of Basmati Rice.
3. The executive enjoys the right to get 1. Iodine is a non-metal but it is lustrous. 2. It is developed by the Indian Council
the legislature dissolved in a 2. All metals except mercury exist as of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
parliamentary system. solids at room temperature. 3. The feeding of Harit Dhara to animals
Select the correct answer using the codes 3. Alkali metals have high densities and is beneficial from both the
given below: high melting points. environmental and monetary aspects.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above Select the correct answer using the code
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct? given below:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only
44. Consider the following statements: (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 only (d) 2 and 3 only
1. Representation of People’s Act 1951
was amended for admission of 49. Consider the following statements: 54. Consider the following statements
electoral bonds. 1. According to Darwin, humans directly regarding the Climate Resilience
2. Any registered political party under evolved from apes. Information System and Planning
RP Act, 1951 can receive electoral (Crisp-M) Tool:
2. All complex life forms evolved from
bonds. 1. It is an initiative of the Ministry of
simpler ones through various genetic
Which of the statements given above Rural Development and Panchayati
mutations.
is/are correct? Raj.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. This tool will be used on a pan India
is/are correct?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 basis for Integrating the climate
information and geographic
45. Consider the following statements information system-based watershed
regarding the President: 50. Consider the following statements: planning.
1. If the office falls vacant by 1. The separation of the right and left Which of the statements given above
resignation, then newly-elected side of the heart is important to keep is/are correct?
President remains in office for oxygenated and deoxygenated blood (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
remainder term. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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from mixing.
2. Vice-President cannot act as the 2. Amphibians have two-chambered
President under any circumstance. 55. Coral reefs are unique and the most
hearts and tolerate some mixing of
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3. He address the Parliament at the diverse marine ecosystem on the earth.

oxygenated and de-oxygenated
commencement of the first session of In which of the following places in
blood. India can one find coral reefs?
each year.
1. Gulf of Mannar v
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2. Andaman and Nicobar 3. Impersonations can be reduced using 65. Which of the following statements is
3. Lakshadweep a combination of online proctoring not correct regarding Alexander’s
4. Gulf of Kutch and Blockchain. invasion of India?
Select the correct answer using the code Which of the statements given above (a) The writings of Greek authors like
given below: is/are correct? Herodotus about the fabulous wealth
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only of India attracted Alexander.
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) He defeated Porous and treated him
generously.
56. Consider the following pairs: 61. Which of the following is/are the (c) His invasion led to the political
State Water Harvesting potential features of Drone unification of North India.
system Technology in agriculture? (d) He won the Battle of Hydaspes
1. Andhra Pradesh Vavdi 1. Soil Analysis for field planning (Jhelum) against Ambhi the ruler of
2. Gujarat Ahar Pynes 2. Seed Pod Planting Taxila.
3. West Bengal Jampois 3. Crop biomass estimation
Which of the pairs given above is/are 4. Scaring birds 66. With reference to Pradhan Mantri
correctly matched? 5. Crop health assessment Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only Select the correct answer using the code Scheme, consider the following
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) None given below: statements:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only 1. It is a Central Sector Direct Benefit
57. Consider the following statements (c) 3, 4 and 5 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Transfer (DBT) Scheme.
regarding the Open Skies Treaty: 2. The scheme is being implemented by
1. It permits each state party to conduct 62. Which of the following were the main Ministry of Finance.
short-notice, armed, reconnaissance objectives of the Indian National 3. It provides financial assistance of
flights over the others to collect data Congress in its initial stage after its Rs.6000/- per annum to small and
on military forces. formation? marginal landholding farmers across
2. India has signed as well as ratified this 1. To unify the people over a common the country.
treaty. economic and political programme. Which of the statements given above
3. Russia as well as the USA has 2. To develop and propagate an anti- is/are incorrect?
withdrawn from this accord recently. colonial nationalist ideology. (a) 2 only (b) 3 only
Which of the statements given above 3. To develop and consolidate a feeling (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
is/are correct? of national unity among people
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only irrespective religion, caste or 67. With reference to the benefits
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 province. provided under Scheduled Bank Status
Select the correct answer using the code in India, consider the following
58. Consider the following statements given below: statements:
regarding the classification of Tides: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 1. It makes a bank eligible to partner in
1. The diurnal tide pattern features two (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 government-run financial inclusion
high tides and two low tides each day. schemes.
2. Spring Tide occurs when the Sun, 63. Consider the following statements: 2. The bank no longer remains eligible
Moon and Earth are in the same 1. The Berlin Committee for Indian for refinancing facility from the
straight line. Independence was established in Reserve Bank of India.
Which of the statements given above 1945 under the ‘Zimmerman Plan’. 3. Recently, Paytm Payment Banks has
is/are correct? 2. The Ghadr programme aimed to been upgraded to a scheduled bank.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only organise assassinations of officials Which of the statements given above
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 and publish revolutionary and anti- is/are correct?
imperialist literature. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
59. Consider the following pairs: 3. The Defence of India Act, 1915 was (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Koeppen’s Code Climate passed primarily to deal with the
1. BWh Subtropical steppe Ghadrites. 68. Consider the following statements
2. Cs Mediterranean Which of the statements given above regarding Wholesale Price Index (WPI)
3. Am Tropical Wet is/are correct? in India:
4. ET Tundra (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 1. It is published monthly by National
Which of the pairs given above are (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Statistical Office (NSO).
correctly matched? 2. WPI inflation has remained in double
(a) 2 and 4 only (b) 3 and 4 only 64. With reference to Gautam Buddha, digits since last three quarters of
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 4 only consider the following statements: FY2021-22 beginning from April.
1. He believed in the law of Karma and Which of the statements given above
60. Consider the following statements the non-existence of soul. is/are correct?
regarding Block Chain Technology: 2. He neither accepted nor rejected the (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. It is an archive that collects and stores existence of God. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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the growing list of records using 3. He publicly spoke against the caste
cryptography within a network. system and its ideology. 69. With reference to Swiss Formula, which
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2. Any information recorded in the Block Which of the statements given above of the following statements is/are
chain ledger can be secretly altered. is/are correct? correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 1. It is a method of public procurement
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 through awarding contracts.
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2. Once awarded, the project cannot be Bengali primer and evolved a new 2. The legislative power of Parliament
transferred to any other bidder until prose style. His dedicated support of on subjects of the State List remain
the awardee itself steps down. widow remarriage resulted in its unaffected even after establishing a
3. This method is used for both public legalisation. Which of the following local legislature for Union Territories.
private partnership (PPP) and non- personalities is discussed in above Which of the statements given above
PPP projects. passage? is/are correct?
Select the correct answer using the code (a) Rabindranath Tagore (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
given below: (b) Raja Ram Mohan Roy (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (c) Swami Vivekananda
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only (d) Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar 80. Consider the following statements:
75. When you are travelling exactly along 1. The president is empowered to
70. Consider the following statements the tropic of cancer which types of soil declare any area to be a scheduled
regarding Project BOLD: you are likely to find? area.
1. It aims at serving the combined 1. Alluvial soil 2. Each state having scheduled areas
national goals of reducing 2. Laterite Soil has to establish a tribal advisory
desertification and providing 3. Black soil council.
livelihood to the local population. 4. Red and Yellow Soils 3. Fifth Schedule contains special
2. It is an initiative of the Ministry of Select the correct answer using the code provisions for the administration of
Rural Development. given below: tribal areas.
3. It is being implemented in the Rann (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above
of Kutch. (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only is/are correct?
Which of the statements given above (a) 2 only (b) 3 only
is/are correct? 76. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only regarding Parker Solar Probe:
(c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. It is NASA’s first-ever mission of flying 81. Which of the following statements
into the outermost part of the Sun's regarding the International Energy
71. “Clydebank Declaration” is often seen atmosphere known as the corona. Agency (IEA) are correct?
in news is related to: 2. It will fly close enough to the Sun to 1. It mainly focuses on energy policies
(a) Conservation of Biodiversity. watch the solar wind speed up from which includes economic
(b) Green Shipping Corridor subsonic to supersonic. development, energy security and
(c) Anti-Microbial Resistance. Which of the statements given above environmental protection.
(d) Cybersecurity is/are correct? 2. One of its main publications is Global
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Energy Review.
72. Which of the following statements (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. India was one of its founding
regarding the “GloLitter Partnerships members.
Project” are correct? Select the correct answer using the code
77. With reference to trans-fat, which of
1. It is being implemented by the given below:
International Maritime Organization the following statements is/are
correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
and Food and Agriculture
Organization. 1. These are completely saturated fatty (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. It will assist developing countries for acids.
prevention, reduction and control of 2. These come completely from 82. Which of the following statements is
marine plastic. Industrial sources as a by-product. are correct regarding the Cloudbursts?
Select the correct answer using the code 3. These increases high-density 1. It is defined as any event where 100
given below: lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels. millimeters of rainfall have fallen in a
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Select the correct answer using the code span of an hour over a region that is
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 20-30 square kilometers in area.
given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2. It occurs when moisture-carrying air
73. With reference to the economic life of moves up a hilly terrain, forming a
the people of Harappan civilization, (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) None of these
vertical column of clouds known as
consider the following statements: 78. With reference to Panchayati Raj, ‘cumulonimbus’ clouds.
1. There was extensive internal trade consider the following statements: 3. It occurs in the hilly region only.
with other parts of India. 1. Lord Lytton was known as the father Select the correct answer using the code
2. Trade links were well established of local self-government in India.
given below:
between the Indus and Sumerian 2. Eleventh schedule contains 18
functional items of the panchayats. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only
people.
3. 73rd amendment act, 1992 added (c) 1 only (d) 2 and 3 only
3. The major items of export included
Part-IX to the Constitution of India.
cotton goods and ivory products. 83. Consider the following statements
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? regarding Hybodont Sharks:
is/are correct? (a) 2 only (b) 3 only 1. It is one of the smallest sharks which
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only is endemic to the Indian Ocean.
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(c) and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. They are included in the Schedule 1 of
74. His ideas blended Indian and Western 79. Consider the following statements the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
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thought and he was a deep humanist. regarding Union Territories (UT): Which of the statements given above
He became the principal of Sanskrit 1. The Parliament can make laws on any is/are correct?
College and opened it to non- subject of the three lists for the union (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
brahmins. He also devised a new territories. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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84. With reference to Barbell Strategy, 88. Which one of the following best Which of the statements given above
which of the following statements describes the term “Anchor Investors” is/are correct?
is/are correct? sometimes seen in news? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
1. The strategy involves a detailed, initial (a) Investors who are invited to purchase (c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
assessment and then making a rigid, the shares before the Initial Public
upfront plan to tackle a problem. Offerings (IPO). 93. Consider the following statements
2. Under this strategy, policy outcomes (b) Investors who invest in highly risky regarding Solar Radiation on the earth:
are assessed rapidly based on real- Start-ups to support them at early 1. The most of the Insolation received
time information and adjusted stage. by the earth's surface is in the form of
incrementally. (c) Investors who engage in speculation longer wavelengths of sunlight.
Select the correct answer using the code using credit or borrowed capital. 2. Earth receives maximum solar energy
given below: (d) Investors that provide capital to during Perihelion on the 4th of July.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only companies with high growth Which of the statements given above
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 potential in exchange for an equity is/are correct?
stake. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
85. Consider the following statements (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
about International Finance 89. With reference to Pushyamitra of
Corporation (IFC) Shunga dynasty, consider the 94. Consider the following statements
1. It is a part of World Bank Group. following statements: regarding Earthquake Waves:
2. It is the largest global development 1. He was a staunch follower of 1. The surface waves interact with the
institution focused exclusively on the Buddhism. surface rocks and generate new sets
private sector in developing 2. He also promoted Sanskrit language of waves called body waves.
countries. and Vaishnavism. 2. The velocity of earthquake waves is
3. It aims to support infrastructure Which of the statements given above lower in the material of higher
improvements, as well as promoting is/are correct? density.
climate, health, and education (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. P waves travel faster than the S waves
policies. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 and are the first one to emerge on the
Which of the statements given above surface.
is/are correct? 90. With reference to Mauryan Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only administration, consider the following is/are correct?
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 statements: (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 only
1. Samhartas were civil servants who (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
86. Consider the following statements looked after the day-to-day
regarding Micro Small and Medium administration. 95. Consider the following pairs:
Enterprises (MSMEs) in India: 2. Amatyas were in charge of collection Conservation Methods Uses
1. MSMEs contribute 60% of India’s of all revenues of the empire. 1. Mulching helps in retaining
GDP. 3. Rajukas were in charge of the district moisture of soil.
2. The share of MSME related products administration 2. Rock dam slows down the flow of
in total exports from India is Which of the statements given above water
approximately 50%. is/are correct?
3. MSME SAMADHAAN Portal facilitates 3. Shelterbelts helps impound water
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only longer for it to infiltrate the soil
MSMEs across the country to directly
register their cases relating to (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only 4. Contour ploughing natural barrier
delayed payments. to flow of water on the hills
Which of the statements given above 91. Consider the following statements Which of the pairs given above are
is/are correct? regarding Artificial Neural Network: correctly matched?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 1. It involves computations and (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 mathematics which simulate the (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only
human–brain processes.
87. Which of the following is/are the 2. Its unique feature is that it is able to 96. Consider the following statements
objectives of “AIM PRIME”? establish empirical relationships regarding the national emergency:
1. Promote and support science-based between independent and 1. President can declare a national
deep-tech startups & ventures across dependent variables. emergency if there is an imminent
India. Which of the statements given above danger.
2. Encouraging innovation and is/are correct? 2. The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976
entrepreneurship throughout the (a) 1 only (b) 2 only enabled the president to limit the
nation. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 operation of a National Emergency to
3. Attracting foreign investment to a specified part of India.
augment funds for the field of 92. Consider the following statements: 3. The 44th Amendment Act of 1978
Research and Development. 1. Dholavira is an Ancient Harappan substituted the words ‘armed
Select the correct answer using the code Site, situated in the Kutch district of
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rebellion’ for ‘internal disturbance.

given below: Gujarat. Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 2. Ajanta Caves are related to Buddhism is/are correct?
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(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3 and depicts the tales from the Jataka. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
3. Vittala Temple was situated in (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Hyderabad.
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97. Consider the following statements 2. The most common drivers of marine 4. Appointment of Governor
regarding ultra-long period magnetar: heat waves are ocean currents and Select the correct answer using the code
1. This is a compact collapsed core of a winds. given below:
massive star that exploded as a 3. They occur in the summer season (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only
supernova. only. (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
2. It is located relatively close to Earth in Which of the statements given above
cosmic terms. is/are correct? 7. Which of the following are calculated
3. These neutron stars including pulsars (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only as a part of Gross National Product
are among the universe's densest (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3. (GNP) of India?
objects 1. Goods produced by foreign company
Which of the statements given above 2. “SPIN Portal” is sometimes seen in setup in India.
is/are correct? news is in the context of: 2. Services provided by Indian Company
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (a) Electric Vehicles. setup abroad.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) Solar Cells. 3. Transfer payments to India made by
(c) Potters of the Marginalized people living abroad.
98. Which of the following art form is/are Community. 4. Goods produced by Indian company
included in UNESCO intangible list? (d) None of the above. on territory of India.
1. Patna Kalam 2. Sankirtana Select the correct answer using the code
3. Navroz 4. Ramman 3. Which of the following statements given below:
5. Ramlila 6. Kalbelia is/are incorrect regarding the early (a) 2 and 4 only (b) 3 and 4 only
Select the correct answer using the code nationalists: (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
given below: 1. They supported foreign capital
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only investment in the country to support 8. Which of the following statements
(b) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only industrialization. is/are correct regarding Crypto
(c) 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 only 2. The drain of wealth theory for the first currency Regulation in India?
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 only time, was put forward by Romesh 1. e- RUPI is India’s first digital currency
Chandra Dutt in his book “The launched by Government of India.
99. Consider the following statements Economic History of India”. 2. In Budget 2022-23, crypto currencies
with reference to Peninsular plateau: 3. The economic drain took the form of are designated as legal tender in
1. It is composed of old crystalline an excess of exports over imports. India.
igneous and metamorphic rocks. Select the correct answer using the code 3. A tax of 30% has been introduced for
2. The flow of river drainage in central given below: Digital virtual currencies transactions
highland region is from southwest to (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only in the budget.
Northeast. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the statements given above given below:
is/are correct? 4. Arrange the following events in (a) 1 only (b) 3 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only chronological order: (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. Establishment of first textile mill
2. Bengal Famine 9. Consider the following statements:
100.With reference to the Communal 3. Khilafat Movement 1. Strategic disinvestment means sale of
Award, consider the following 4. Civil Disobedience movement shareholding of the Government in a
statements: Select the correct answer from the code central public sector enterprise (CPSE)
1. It was announced by British Prime given below: of upto 50% or more but retaining the
Minister Ramsay MacDonald. (a) 1, 2, 3, 4 (b) 1, 2, 4, 3 management control.
(c) 4, 3, 1, 2 (d) 1, 3, 4, 2 2. Department of Financial Services is
2. It had provided for separate
the nodal agency to execute the
electorates and reserved seats for
5. Which of the following statements strategic disinvestment of CPSEs.
minorities only. is/are correct? Which of the statements given above
3. Gandhi ji was against the Communal 1. In federal government powers are is/are correct?
Award and signed Poona pact with divided between the national (a) 1 only
the Muslim league. government and the regional (b) 2 only
Which of the statements given above governments by the Constitution (c) Both 1 and 2
is/are correct? itself. (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(a) 1 only 2. In unitary government the regional
(b) 1 and 3 only governments derive their authority 10. “RAMP programme” has been
(c) 2 and 3 only from the national government. launched by government with the
(d) 1, 2 and 3 Select the correct answer using the code objective to:
given below: (a) Improve the condition of MSMEs in
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only India.
Test - 80 (b) Provide easy credit facilities to street
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vendors
1. Consider the following statements 6. Which of the following are unitary (c) Facilitate the procurement of
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regarding Marine Heat Waves: features of the Indian Constitution? perishable commodities
1. It occurs when seawater temperature 1. Integrated Election Machinery (d) Encourage digital penetration in rural
exceeds a seasonally-varying 2. Rigid Constitution parts of the country
threshold for at least a week. 3. Independent Judiciary
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11. Which among the following is/are Cold 1. Kesavananda Bharati case - 1. Political marriages
Ocean current? Separation of powers 2. Advance technology
1. Alaska Current 2. Indira Nehru - Gandhi case Welfare 3. Urbanisation
2. Humboldt Current State 4. Access to iron tools
3. Oyashio Current 3. Minerva Mills case - Harmony and Select the correct answer using the code
4. Labrador Current balance between fundamental rights given below:
Select the correct answer using the code and directive principles (a) 1 and 2 only
given below. Which of the pairs given above are (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only correctly matched? (c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
12. Consider the following statements 22. In the context of Modern Indian
regarding Mini-chromosomes: 17. Which among the following is/are history, Yugantar Ashram was-
1. These are pieces of DNA that carry regarded as the heavy metal (a) The headquarters of the Gadar party
the normal origin of replication. pollutants? (b) An Ashram adopted by the Indian
2. These includes very little genetic 1. Cadmium. 2. Iron National Congress in the memory of
material but can hold a quantity of 3. Lead 4. Copper Mahatma Gandhi
information. Select the correct answer using the code (c) A seditious publication of the India
3. Geneticists can use mini- given below: House, London
chromosomes to benefit a plant with (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) A war memorial established by the
drought tolerance and nitrogen (c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4. British government for Indian
usage. freedom fighters in 1948
Which of the statements given above 18. Which of the following best defines the
is/are correct? term Carbon Flux? 23. Which of the following forms of Indian
(a) 2 only (b) 1 and 2 only (a) The amount of carbon exchanged puppetry is/are a type of Shadow
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 between the oceans, atmosphere, puppetry?
land, and living things. 1. Yampuri
13. Consider the following statements: (b) It is the heat absorbed by greenhouse 2. Ravanchhaya
1. A fuse in a circuit prevents damage to gasses in the atmosphere as a 3. Tholu Bommalata
the appliances and the circuit due to multiple of the heat that would be 4. Kundhei
overloading. absorbed by the same mass of carbon Select the correct answer using the code
2. Overloading can occur when the live dioxide. given below:
wire and the neutral wire come into (c) The amount of heat absorbed by (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
direct contact. greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only
Which of the statements given above as a multiple of the heat that would
is/are correct? be absorbed by the same mass of 24. Consider the following statements
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Methane. regarding the Minsk Group:
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (d) None of the above 1. It is the internationally agreed body
to mediate the negotiations for the
14. With reference to Textiles sector in 19. Which of the following organizations peaceful resolution of the Nagorno-
India, which of the following publishes the “‘Ecosystem Accounts for Karabakh conflict.
statements is/are correct? India Report”? 2. It is chaired by Russia, USA and the
1. The domestic apparel & textile (a) Department of economic affairs United Kingdom.
industry in India contributes 5% to (b) Ministry of Statistics and Programme 3. It has proposed Madrid principles for
the country’s GDP. Implementation. the resolution of the Armenia-
2. 95% of the world’s hand-woven fabric (c) Center for Science and Environment Azerbaijan conflict.
comes from India. (d) None of the above Which of the statements given above
Select the correct answer using the code is/are correct?
given below: 20. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only with reference to the Swaraj Party: (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. It was established by Jawaharlal
Nehru. 25. Which of the following countries has
15. Various terms such as SPICe+ and 2. It worked as a part of congress but recently tested the Railway borne
AGILE-PROform are often mentioned participated in Council Election. missile system?
in the news in context of: 3. It won all the seats in Central (a) Russian Federation
(a) Targeted delivery of benefits under Legislative Assembly in their first (b) USA
various government schemes. election. (c) North Korea
(b) Initiatives promoting ease of doing Which of the statements given above (d) India
business. is/are incorrect?
(c) Promoting innovation in (a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 26. Chronologically arrange following
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entrepreneurship. (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 3 only events related to evolution of

(d) Initiatives to promote e- governance centralized administration by British in
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in the country. 21. Which of the following were the India:

reasons behind the Magadha empire 1. The East India Company became
16. Consider the following pairs: being such a powerful centre in ancient purely an administrative body.
Judgement Basic structure India?
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2. The British Government was given the 1. India’s insurance penetration rate will 3. The ozone hole over the Arctic is
supreme control over company’s increase. generally bigger than that of
administration in India. 2. Increased Capital Flow in insurance Antarctica.
3. The political and administrative sector. Which of the statements given above
functions of the East India Company 3. Foreign investment will negatively is/are correct?
recognized for the first time. impact the job opportunities in this (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only
4. The servants of the company got sector. (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
exempted from the jurisdiction of the Select the correct answer using the code
Supreme Court. given below: 36. Consider the following statements
Select the correct answer using the code (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only regarding Bureau of Energy Efficiency
given below: (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (BEE):
(a) 1-3-4-2 (b) 3-4-1-2 1. It is a statutory body under the
(c) 3-4-2-1 (d) 2-3-4-1 31. Consider the following statements Ministry of Consumer Affairs.
regarding FAME II Scheme: 2. GRIHA rating of energy efficient
27. Consider the following statements 1. It is implemented by Ministry of heavy buildings is one of its main initiatives.
regarding the Constituent Assembly: Industries. Which of the statements given above
1. It was directly elected by the people 2. Demand incentives provided under is/are correct?
of India on the basis of adult scheme will be applicable to vehicles (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
franchise. used for Public Transportation only. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. It comprised representatives of all Which of the statements given above
sections of Indian Society except is/are correct? 37. Which of the following organizations
women. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only has established the international best
Which of the statements given above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 practice of “Right to Repair” for E-
is/are correct? waste Disposal?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 32. Which of the following factors is/are (a) United Nations Framework
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 considered while determining quota Convention on Climate Change
by International Monetary Fund (IMF)? (b) BRICS
28. With reference to fundamental rights, 1. GDP of the country (c) European Union
consider the following statements: 2. Political stability of the country (d) None of the above
1. They are most essential for the all- 3. Economic viability
round development of the 4. Openness of the economy 38. Consider the following statements
individuals. 5. Forex Reserves regarding the OLED (organic light-
2. The fundamental rights are meant for Select the correct answer using the code emitting diode) display technology:
promoting the ideal of political given below: 1. It is based on the conversion of
democracy. (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only electricity into light using an organic
3. They operate as limitations on the (c) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 layer.
tyranny of the executive and arbitrary 2. These function as digital displays only
laws of the legislature. 33. Which of the following institutions for large scale devices.
Which of the statements given above publish report on the Changing Wealth 3. These are lightweight, power-
is/are correct? of Nations? efficient, thin and flexible.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) World Economic Forum Which of the statements given above
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) World Bank is/are correct?
(c) Oxfam International (a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
29. Consider the following statements (d) United Nations Children's Fund (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
with reference to merger of two States (UNICEF)
in India: 39. Consider the following statements:
1. The Parliament has to take the 34. Which of the following best defines the 1. Antioxidants neutralise the free
consent of the two states before term Bioprospecting? radicals.
reorganization. (a) It relates to proper disposal as well as 2. Human body cannot generate its own
2. The bill for this merger does not need transboundary movement of the antioxidants.
prior recommendation of the Living Modified Organisms. 3. External factors do not generate free
President. (b) It is the systematic search for radicals in the body.
3. The States’ consent is binding on the biochemical and genetic information Which of the statements given above
Parliament. in nature in order to develop is/are correct?
Which of the statements given above commercially valuable products. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
is/are correct? (c) It relates to proper disposal of the (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 1 and 2 only Living Modified Organisms.
(b) 2 and 3 only (d) None of the above 40. Consider the following statements:
(c) 1, 2 and 3 1. Hypoxia is a condition in which the
35. Consider the following statements tissues of the body starve of oxygen.
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(d) None of the Above regarding the Ozone Hole: 2. In extreme condition when oxygen is
1. An ozone hole is the thinning of the entirely absent in the body is called
30. Which of the following are likely to be
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ozone layer boosted in size by hotter anoxia.

the impacts of increase in FDI (Foreign
Direct Investment) limits in Insurance temperatures. Which of the statements given above
sector in India? 2. Ozone depletion is directly related to is/are correct?
the formation of the Polar vortex. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
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(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. The overall mean MEE score of India
was lower than that of the global 50. Consider the following statements:
41. With reference to Frugal mean. 1. Currency deposit ratio is the ratio of
Manufacturing, which of the following 3. Jim Corbett was the best performing currency held by public to the
statements is/are correct? National Park in its latest assessment. deposits of public with the banks.
1. It aims at fabricating good-quality Which of the statements given above 2. Higher the Reserve Deposit Ratio,
parts through fewer low-cost is/are correct? higher will be the money available
processes. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only within banks for lending.
2. It produces accurate dimensions of a (c) 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above
part or product in a single pass with is/are correct?
zero waste. 46. Which of the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
3. Its concept falls within the scope of regarding the SATHEE portal is/are (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
the ‘cradle-to-cradle’ concept of correct?
sustainability. 1. It is a Management Information 51. With reference to Kisan Credit Card
Select the correct answer using the code System portal which is developed by Scheme, which of the following
given below: the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. It aims to facilitate real-time 1. It meets the financial requirements of
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 monitoring of the progress of farmers at various stages of farming.
implementation of various energy 2. Credit issued can be used to meet
42. Which of the following taxes are levied conservation endeavors at Panchayat consumption requirements of farmer
and Collected and Retained by the level. household.
States? Select the correct answer using the code 3. Tenant Farmers, Oral Lessees & Share
1. Taxes on agricultural income given below: Croppers are also eligible to get
2. Taxes on the consumption or sale of (a) 1 only (b) 2 only credit facilities under the scheme.
electricity (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Select the correct answer using the code
3. The stamp duties on bills of exchange given below:
4. Taxes on the sale of petroleum crude 47. Which of the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
Select the correct answer using the code regarding the SAKSHAM campaign (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
given below: is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only 1. It is a campaign organized by the 52. Which one of the following best
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Petroleum Conservation Research describes the term “Inflation Tax”
Association (PCRA). sometimes seen in news?
43. Consider the following statements 2. It will convince consumers to switch (a) The tax increase on profit of
regarding Article 25: to cleaner fuels and involving pan- corporate due to rise in prices.
1. It gives right to propagate religion. India activities such as cyclothon, (b) The tax imposed on increase in bond
2. Rights under this article are available farmer workshops and CNG vehicle yields at a time of high inflation.
to citizens only. driving contests. (c) The penalty for holding cash at a time
3. State is permitted to regulate Select the correct answer using the code of high inflation.
economic and political activity given below: (d) The loss incurred by creditors due to
associated with religious practice. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only increase in interest rates.
is/are correct? 53. “These are smooth oval-shaped ridge-
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 48. Which of the following statements like features composed mainly of
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only about the Red Panda is/are correct? glacial till with some masses of gravel
1. It is endemic to India. and sand. They may measure up to 1
44. With reference to Directive Principles 2. It is the state animal of Arunachal km in length and 30 m or so in height.
of State Policy, consider the following Pradesh. One of their ends facing the glacier is
statements: 3. These are very skillful and acrobatic called stoss end which is blunter and
1. The idea of the Directive principles steeper than the other end called tail.”
animals that predominantly stay in
were borrowed from the Irish Which of the following landforms is
trees.
Constitution. described in the passage given above?
2. These are the constitutional (a) Eskers (b) Serrated ridges
given below:
instructions to the State in legislative, (c) Moraines (d) Drumlins
executive and administrative matters. (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 54. Which of the following are not major
3. They seek to establish economic and
tectonic plates?
social democracy in the country. 49. Consider the following pairs: 1. South American Plate
Which of the statements given above State Water Harvesting 2. Nazca Plate
is/are correct? system 3. Cocos Plate
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 1. Zing Ladakh 4. Pacific Plate
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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2. Pat Nagaland Select the correct answer using the code

45. Consider the following statements 3. Rapat Rajasthan given below.
regarding the Management Which of the pairs given above is/are (a) 1, 2 and 4 only
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Effectiveness Evaluation (MEE): correctly matched?

1. It is used to assess National parks as (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (c) 1 and 4 only
well as Wildlife sanctuaries in India. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) None (d) 2, 3 and 4 only
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55. Consider the following statements 60. Which of the following was/were the 65. Consider the following statements
regarding the Regional Comprehensive main provisions of the Nehru Report? with reference to rules granting Indian
Economic Partnership (RCEP): 1. Attainment of Purna Swaraj. Citizenship:
1. It is a proposed agreement between 2. India should be a Federation. 1. An American man of Indian origin has
the Association of Southeast Asian 3. Election should be on the basis of resided in India for eleven years.
Nations (ASEAN) and its free trade adult suffrage. 2. A Brazilian man married to an Indian
agreement (FTA) partners. 4. Separate electorate for Linguistic citizen and has been living in India for
2. India has neither signed nor ratified Minorities. nine years.
this agreement. Select the correct answer using the code 3. A holder of Overseas citizen of India
Which of the statements given above given below: card (OCI) for 2 years and has stayed
is/are correct? (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 3 and 4 only in India for 12 months.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 Who of the above can be granted Indian
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 citizenship through ‘registration’ by the
61. The play, Neel Darpan, written by Government of India?
56. Consider the following statements Dinbandhu Mitra, portrayed the plight (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
regarding different types of soil in of which section of the Indian Society? (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only
India: (a) Artisans
1. Usara is the most fertile soil. (b) Indigo farmers 66. Consider the following statements:
2. Khadar is the new alluvium and is (c) Plantation Workers 1. Ministry of Cooperation is formed to
deposited by floods annually, which (d) Capitalists realise the vision of ‘Sahkar se
enriches the soil by depositing fine Samriddhi’.
silts. 62. Consider the following statements 2. Ministries are created by the
3. Red soil is self-ploughing in nature. with reference to Jallianwala Bagh President on advice of the Prime
4. Black soil is also known as Regur. Massacre: Minister.
Which of the statements given above 1. People were protesting at Jallianwala 3. The 91st Amendment Act gave a
is/are correct? Bagh against the arrest of M.K constitutional status to co-operative
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 4 only Gandhi. societies.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 2 and 4 only 2. Rabindranath Tagore renounced Which of the statements given above
Knighthood after this massacre. is/are correct?
57. Consider the following pairs of Military 3. Hunter Commission was formed to (a) 1 only (b) 3 only
exercises conducted by the Indian investigate the Jallianwala Bagh (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only
armed forces: Massacre.
Exercise Countries Which of the statements given above 67. With reference to National Emergency,
1. Mitra Shakti Bangladesh is/are correct? consider the following statements:
2. Cyclone Egypt (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only 1. The proclamation of emergency must
3. Surya Kiran Sri Lanka (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 be approved by Parliament within
4. Blue Flag Israel one month from the date of its issue.
Which of the pairs given above is/are 63. Who among the following participated 2. It can be extended to an indefinite
correctly matched? in all the three Round Table period with an approval of the
(a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 4 only Conferences? Parliament for every one year.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only 1. Tej Bahadur Sapru 3. Special majority of the Parliament is
2. B. R. Ambedkar required for continuation of
58. Consider the following statements 3. Jawaharlal Nehru emergency.
regarding Chandragupta II: 4. Mahatma Gandhi Which of the statements given above
1. He adopted the title of Vikramaditya. Select the correct answer from the code is/are correct?
2. His court at Ujjain was adorned by given below: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
scholars like Kalidasa and (a) 2 only (b) 2 and 4 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Amarasimha. (c) 1, and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. Chinese pilgrim Fa-hsien visited India 68. “The main species of these forest types
during his reign. 64. Consider the following statements are Teak, Shisham, Mahua, Amla,
Which of the statements given above with respect to the Tenth Schedule of Semul, and Sandalwood. It is more
is/are correct? the constitution: pronounced in the regions which
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 1. It is related to the provisions relating record rainfall between 100-200 cm. In
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 to disqualification of the members of India these forests are generally found
Parliament and State Legislatures on in the northeastern states along with
59. Which of the following are the features the ground of defection. the foothills of Himalayas, eastern
of Nagara style of Temple 2. It was added to the constitution slopes of the Western Ghats and
Architecture: through the 44th amendment of the Odisha.” Which of the following forest
1. Elaborate walls and gateways. constitution. types is described in the passage given
2. Presence of river goddess. Which of the Statements given above above?
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3. Absence of a water tank or reservoirs. is/are correct? (a) Tropical Evergreen Forest.
Select the correct answer using the code (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (b) Semi Evergreen Forests
(c) Tropical Dry Deciduous Forest.
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given below: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (d) Tropical Moist Deciduous Forest.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only
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69. Consider the following pairs: 74. Which of the following best describes 78. Which of the following is incorrect
River Tributary the term “Agile Approach” in context regarding “Parvatmala Programme”
1. Brahmaputra Subansiri of economy? launched in Budget 2022-23?
2. Indus Wardha (a) Logical decision-making process that (a) Construction of 8 Rope way projects
3. Krishna Amravati takes into accounts the costs and in the Hilly states.
4. Godavari Pranhita benefits of various options. (b) It will develop ecologically
Which of the pairs given above are (b) Policies result from a process of sustainable alternative mode of
correctly matched? interaction and mutual adaptation connectivity in hilly areas.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 4 only among a multiplicity of actors (c) The programme will be taken on
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 and 4 only (c) Approach involving a detailed, initial Public Private Partnership (PPP)
assessment and then making a rigid, mode.
70. Consider the following statements upfront plan to tackle a problem. (d) Aims to encourage construction of
regarding the Indian Monsoon: (d) Policymaking based on feedback Roads in the Hilly states to enhance
1. The monsoon rainfall has a declining loops, real-time monitoring of actual connectivity.
trend with increasing distance from outcomes, flexible responses, safety-
the sea. net buffers, and so on. 79. With reference to Green Bonds,
2. India receives most of its rainfall from consider the following statements:
the North East Monsoon. 75. With reference to Indian economy,
3. Tamil Nadu coast receives heavy consider the following statements: 1. The volume of Indian Green Bonds
rainfall from the onset of South-West 1. Treasury Bills are long term debt issuance has consistently increased
Monsoon. instrument issued by Government to since the bonds were issued for the
Which of the statements given above fulfill liquidity requirement. first time.
is/are correct? 2. Certificate of Deposit is a long-term 2. In 2021, majority of the green Bonds
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only Instrument issued by RBI to a were issued by Banking Institutions.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 corporation. Which of the statements given above
3. ‘Call Money’ is short-term finance is/are correct?
71. Consider the following pairs: used for interbank transactions. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Wildlife State Sanctuaries Which of the statements given above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. Coringa Andhra pradesh is/are correct?
2. Kane Nagaland (a) 2 only (b) 3 only 80. Consider the following statements
3. Barda Gujarat (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only regarding the Grid-connected Rooftop
Which of the pairs given above is/are Solar Scheme (Phase-II).
correctly matched? 76. Consider the following statements 1. It is an initiative of the Ministry of
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only regarding Export Credit Guarantee New and Renewable Energy.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Corporation of India: 2. Under this scheme the government is
1. Its objective is to promote exports providing 40% subsidy for the first 3
72. Which of the following statements from the country by providing Credit kW and 50% subsidy beyond 3 kW.
regarding the One Planet Summit Risk Insurance and related services for 3. This scheme is being implemented in
is/are correct? exports. the state only by Electricity
1. It brings together governments, 2. It works under administrative control Distribution Companies (DISCOMs).
international organizations, of Ministry of Commerce and Which of the statements given above
businesses and NGOs for Climate Industry. is/are correct?
change. 3. It also provides insurance cover to (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
2. It has been co-organized by the overseas investments made abroad in (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
United Nations and World Bank. the form of equity or loan.
Select the correct answer using the code Which of the statements given above 81. “This reserve is located on the Tura
given below: is/are correct? range. It has a tropical climate with
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only high humidity, and high temperatures.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Evergreen and semi-evergreen
deciduous forests dominate its
77. Which of the following does not landscape while some patches of
73. Which of the following functions are
constitute capital receipts of the Bamboo can be found on the lower
performed by Reserve Bank of India
Government? altitudes. The major fauna species are
(RBI) as “Banker to the Banks”?
Slow loris, Leopard, Tiger, Giant flying
1. Provides short term loans to the 1. Dividends and profits on investments
Squirrel and Elephants. The north of
banks 2. Fees and other receipts for services
the reserve embraces rather gently
2. Issues licenses to commence banking 3. Sale of shares in Public Sector undulating hills, while steep slopes
operations Undertakings characterize the south.” The above-
3. Provides regulation and supervision 4. Loans taken from Asian Development mentioned passage refers to which of
of payment systems Bank the following Protected Areas in India?
4. Enables interbank transfer of funds 5. Interest receipts on loans given by the
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(a) Bandipur National Park

5. Acts as lender of last resort central government (b) Similipal Biosphere Reserve
Select the correct answer using the code Select the correct answer using the code (c) Nokrek Biosphere Reserve
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given below: given below: (d) Mathikettan Shola National Park

(a) 1 and 5 only (b) 1, 4 and 5 only (a) 1, 3 and 5 only (b) 1, 2 and 5 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 (c) 2, 4 and 5 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only 82. Consider the following statements
regarding Coriolis Force:
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1. The main reason for the origin of 87. With reference to the fundamental 1. This technology is required for
coriolis force is earth’s rotation on its duties, consider the following handling gametes, embryos and
axis. statements: embryonic tissues.
2. It deflects the planetary winds to the 1. Some of the fundamental rights and 2. It is only for those people who have
left direction in the southern all of the Fundamental Duties are not undergone other infertility
hemisphere. extended to citizens as well to treatment options.
3. It is maximum at the equator. foreigners. 3. Parliament has recently passed
Which of the statements given above 2. Duty to pay taxes is a fundamental Assisted Reproductive Technology
is/are correct? duty (Regulation) Act, 2021.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct? is/are correct?
83. The term ‘NISAR’ mentioned recently (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1. 2 and 3
in the news is related to:
(a) A programme to promote education 88. Consider the following statements
regarding the Measurement of
in vernacular medium. is/are correct?
Earthquake:
(b) A goodwill programme between 1. Karst topography is dolomitic region
1. The earthquake’s Intensity is
Indo-Pakistan. showing typical landforms produced
measured by the Richter scale.
(c) A Space Satellite by the action of groundwater
2. The Mercalli scale measures the
(d) A mobile app 2. Karst topography has both erosional
intensity as well as magnitude of the
and depositional landform features.
earthquake.
84. Which of the following is/are the
examples of unicellular organisms? 3. India uses the MSK-64 scale for
1. Amoeba measuring earthquakes.
given below:
2. Planaria Which of the statements given above
3. Paramoecium is/are correct?
4. Chlamydomonas (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Select the correct answer using the code (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 94. Consider the following:
given below: 1. The angle of inclination of the sun’s
89. Which one of the following best
(a) 1 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only rays
describes the term “IndiGau” recently
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only seen in news? 2. The length of the day
(a) India’s first Cattle Genomic Chip 3. The transparency of the atmosphere
85. Consider the following statements (b) An App for the conservation of pure Which of the above factors have influence
regarding Nucleic Acid Vaccines: varieties of indigenous cattle over the variation in insolation?
1. It uses genetic material from a (c) A specific programme to conserve (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
disease-causing pathogen to Tharparkar breed of Indian cow. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
stimulate an immune response (d) Government Sponsored Programme 95. Tauhid-i-Ilahi, a new Sufi type order,
against it. for promoting A2 milk. was initiated by Akbar in 1582. Which
2. It only works on DNA as genetic
90. Consider the following statements of the following statements is/are
material to be read by the cell’s correct regarding Tauhid-i-Ilahi?
protein-making machinery to trigger regarding Body Mass Index (BMI):
1. BMI is a number obtained by the 1. It believed in the supremacy of the
the response. religious scriptures.
Which of the statements given above person’s weight in kilograms divided
by square of his/ her height in meters. 2. Only those approved by Akbar were
is/are correct? allowed to join as a member.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. The BMI measures the body fatness
but not the health of an individual. 3. People were forced to join the order
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 and become a disciple.
is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only given below:
related to recourse available to Citizens
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
if their Fundamental Right is violated:
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. Under Article 32 an aggrieved person
has the right to move the Supreme 96. Consider the following statements
1. An electric current always produces a
Court directly if his fundamental right regarding the Indian Councils Act of
magnetic field.
is infringed. 1909:
2. The electric impulse carried by nerves
2. The Supreme Court has exclusive writ 1. It provided for the first time
in the body produces a temporary
jurisdiction in this regard. association of Indians in the executive
magnetic field.
3. The High Court can entertain cases of council of the Viceroy.
violation of fundamental rights but 2. It introduced a system of separate
is/are correct?
cannot issue a writ. electorates for the first time.
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(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 92. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only
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(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 regarding Assisted Reproductive (b) 2 only
Technology (ART): (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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97. Which of the following sets of pair(s) 2. Consider the following statements Which of the statements given above
is/are correctly matched? regarding functioning of human eye: is/are correct?
Festival Region / State 1. Light enters the eye through a thin (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. Hornbill festival Manipur membrane called the retina. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. Losoong festival Sikkim 2. The eye lens forms an inverted real
3. AmbubachiMela Assam image of the object on the cornea. 8. With reference to Emergency Credit
4. Bathukamma Telangana 3. Iris is a muscular diaphragm that Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) for
festival controls the size of the pupil. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
Select the correct answer using the code Which of the statements given above (MSMEs), consider the following
given below: is/are correct? statements:
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only (a) 1 only (b) 3 only 1. Under the scheme, MSMEs are
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 eligible to take fresh loans at easy
rates from Banks and other lending
98. Consider the following statements 3. Which of the following is/are the institutions.
regarding the Manipuri Dance: organisms that undergo regeneration 2. Government will provide 100 percent
1. Its origin lies in celestial dance of Lord for reproduction? guarantee against any losses suffered
Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi. 1. Planaria 2. Leishmania by lending institutions.
2. Ras Leela is an important theme in 3. Hydra 4. Amoeba Which of the statements given above
this dance. Select the correct answer using the code is/are correct?
3. It incorporates both Tandava and given below: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Lasya in it. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
4. The main musical instrument used is (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only
the ‘Pung’. 9. With reference to Ramosi Risings
Which of the statements given above 4. Consider the following statements during 19th century, consider the
is/are correct? regarding Wetlands: following statements:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only 1. Wetlands are among the most diverse 1. The uprisings were against the policy
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 3 and 4 only and productive ecosystems. of annexation followed by British
2. Wetlands exist in every climatic zone, Government.
99. With reference to Jyotiba Phule, from the polar regions to the tropics, 2. The agitation was concentrated to the
consider the following statements: and from high altitudes to dry hilly regions of Orrisa and Jharkhand.
1. He started the first girl’s school at regions. Which of the statements given above
Poona. 3. Wetlands includes the areas of is/are correct?
2. He campaigned against upper caste marine water the depth of which at (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
domination and brahmanical low tide does not exceed 2 metres. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
supremacy. Which of the statements given above is/
Which of the statements given above are correct? 10. Which of the following were main
is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only items of export during 18th century in
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 India?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. Ivory and drugs
5. Which of the following are impacts of 2. Cotton Textiles
100.Consider the following statement ‘Fiscal Drag’ on economy? 3. Pepper and other spices
about Amaravati School of art: 4. Gold
1. Government tax revenue increases
1. It was influenced by Persian and 5. Wollen Clothes
2. Increase in aggregate demand
Greek school of art. 6. Rice
3. Increase in tax base
2. White marble is used for sculptures. 7. Indigo
4. Increase in tax rates
3. It was patronized by the Satvahana Select the correct answer using the code
rulers. given below:
given below:
Which of the statements given above (a) 1, 2, 3 and 7 only
(a) 1 and 4 only (b) 3 and 4 only
is/are correct? (b) 2, 3, 6 and 7 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1, 4, 5, 6 and 7 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 6. Industrial Outlook Survey of the (d) 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 only
Manufacturing Sector is released by:
Test - 81 (a) RBI 11. Who among the following founded the
(b) OECD “Dharma Sabha”, an orthodox society
1. With reference to the rainbow, which (c) DIPP which stood for preservation of the
of the following statements is/are (d) Ministry of corporate affairs status quo in socio- religious matters?
correct? (a) Pt. Sahadeo Tiwari
1. It is caused by dispersion of sunlight 7. With reference to Ways and Means (b) Behramji Malabari
by tiny water droplets present in the Advances (WMA), consider the (c) Radhakant Deb
atmosphere. following statements: (d) Shiv Narayan Agnihotri
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direction opposite to that of the Sun. government securities by Reserve 12. With reference to Bhakti Traditions led
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Select the correct answer using the code Bank India in open market to borrow by Alwaras and Nayanars, consider the
given below: money on the behalf of government. following statements:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. This facility is available to the centre 1. The movement was concentrated in
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 as well as state/UTs. the regions of Tamil Nadu.
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2. These traditions accommodated the 1. It is one of the six principal organs of 2. It is seen when a beam of sunlight
lower castes but ignored women. the United Nation. enters a smoke-filled room through a
3. They opposed Jainism and Buddhism 2. Every year the general assembly small hole.
in a competition to get royal elects five non-permanent members 3. The colour of the light does not
patronage. for a two year term. depend on the size of the scattering
Which of the statements given above 3. The ten non-permanent seats are particles.
is/are correct? distributed on a regional basis. Select the correct answer using the code
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above given below:
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 3 only is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
13. With reference to the ideologies of (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3.
Mahatma Gandhi and Subhash 23. Consider the following statements
Chandra Bose, consider the following 18. Which of the following statements regarding Weighted Average Call Rate
statements: is/are correct regarding Laterite Soil? (WACR):
1. Gandhi considered socialism to be 1. It develops in areas with high 1. The rate is used as a means to ensure
the way forward in India while Bose temperature and high rainfall. enough liquidity in the market to
supported Communism. anchor the call rate around the repo
2. These soils are poor in Iron oxide and
2. Bose supported radical and militant
methods to make India independent, potash. rate.
while Gandhi favored non-violent 3. Red laterite soils are more suitable for 2. It is used as operating target of
approach. growing cashew nuts. monetary policy by Reserve Bank of
3. Both of them condemned Select the correct answer using the code India.
industrialization and wanted a given below. Which of the statements given above
decentralized economy without state (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only is/are correct?
control. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
is/are correct? 19. Consider the following pairs:
(a) 2 only (b) 3 only Local Storms Region 24. Which of the following statements
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. Mango Shower Karnataka regarding Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana
14. Consider the following statements 2. Blossom Shower Uttar Pradesh (RKVY) is/are correct?
with regard to anti-defection law: 3. Norwesters West Bengal 1. It focuses on development and
1. The presiding officer of a House is 4. BardoliChheerha Gujrat creation of both pre & post-harvest
empowered to make rules to give Which of the pairs given above is/are infrastructure.
effect to the provisions of the Tenth correctly matched? 2. Agri-Entrepreneurship & innovation
Schedule. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only component of the scheme is
2. The decision with regard to (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 3 and 4 only implemented by the Ministry of Jal
disqualification cannot be subject to Shakti.
judicial review. 20. Consider the following statements Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the statements given above regarding the Inter Tropical given below:
is/are correct? Convergence Zone (ITCZ): (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. It is a low pressure zone located at the (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 equator where trade winds diverge.
2. During the winter of the northern 25. With reference to social sector
15. Consider the following statements: hemisphere it moves southwards. expenditure of Government of India,
1. Sedition is a criminal offence under 3. In this zone the winds are always consider the following statements:
Section 124A of IPC. descending. 1. Since last five years, social services
2. Sedition is a bailable offence. Which of the statements given above expenditure accounted for about 55
3. A person charged under sedition is is/are correct? percent of the total Government
barred from a government job. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only expenditure.
Which of the statements given above (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 only 2. Out of all social sector expenditure,
is/are correct? highest expenditure is done on
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only 21. Consider the following statements: Education.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. Massive objects like galaxies bend Which of the statements given above
light significantly producing multiple is/are correct?
16. In which one of the following groups images is called strong lensing. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
all the three countries are members of 2. Lighter objects like stars or black (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Group of Twenty (G20)? holes cannot bend light.
(a) Germany, Japan, Singapore. Which of the statements given above 26. With reference to the effects of
(b) Canada, New Zealand, United is/are correct? inflation, which of the following
Kingdom. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only statements is/are incorrect?
(c) European Union, Qatar, China 1. Borrowers suffer and lenders benefit
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(d) Mexico, Saudi Arabia, South Korea. out of inflation.
22. With reference to Tyndall effect, which 2. In short run, saving rate increases.
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17. Consider the following statements of the following statements is/are 3. Burden of indirect tax increases while
regarding the United Nations Security correct? that of direct tax remains same.
Council (UNSC): 1. It is the phenomenon of scattering of Select the correct answer using the code
light by the colloidal particles. given below:
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(a) 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only 2. It is driven by the differences in 36. With reference Departmental Standing
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 temperature, salt content and the Committees, which of the following
water density. statements is/are correct?
27. The term “Sydney Dialogue” is often Which of the statements given above 1. The main objective of the standing
mentioned in the news is related to: is/are correct? committees is to secure
(a) Freedom of navigation in Indo- (a) 1 only (b) 2 only accountability of the Executive to the
Pacific (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Parliament.
(b) Cyber and critical technologies 2. Each standing committee consists of
(c) Bilateral trade agreements 32. Consider the following statements 31 members.
(d) Conservation of Coral ecosystem regarding the National Hydrology 3. The members of the committee are
Project (NHP): elected by the house on the basis of
28. Which of the following features are 1. It is a central sector scheme Proportional representation.
comes under the ambit of the Basic sponsored by the Ministry of Jal Select the correct answer using the code
structure of Constitution of India? Shakti. given below:
1. Effective access to justice 2. It publishes the atlas of glacial lakes in (a) 2 only (b) 3 only
2. Free and fair elections India. (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only
3. Unity and Integrity of the nation 3. It is being funded by the Global
4. Freedom to form association Environment Facility. 37. Consider the following statements:
Which of the statements given above 1. Agriculture contributes to climate
5. Supremacy of the constitution
is/are correct? change by anthropogenic emissions
6. Harmony between Fundamental
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only of greenhouse gases.
rights and Directive Principles 2. Higher temperatures eventually
(c) 1and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Select the correct answer using the code reduce yields of desirable crops while
given below: 33. Consider the following statements encouraging weed and pest
(a) 2, 3 and 5 only regarding the Gothenburg Protocol: proliferation.
(b) 1, 2, 4 and 6 only 1. It was established to address Which of the statements given above
(c) 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 only pollutants that cause acidification and is/are correct?
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 formation of ground level ozone. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
2. It covers air pollutants like Sulphur (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
29. Consider the following statements: dioxide, Nitrogen oxides, and Nickel.
1. The Constitution provides that the Which of the statements given above 38. Consider the following statements
President can delegate any of the is/are correct? pertaining to Office of profit:
executive functions of the Centre to (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. The term ‘Office of Profit’ is
the state government with their (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 mentioned in the constitution of
consent. India.
2. In respect of matters on which both 34. With reference to India's recent 2. The parliament (Prevention of
the Parliament and the state National Action Plan for Vulture Disqualification) Act, 1959 exempts
legislatures have power of legislation, Conservation, consider the following several posts from disqualification on
the executive power rests with the statements: the grounds of ‘Office of Profit’.
Centre. 1. It is India’s 2nd Action plan which will Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above be implemented during the period is/are correct?
is/are correct? 2020-2030. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. It recommends a nationwide vulture (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 survey once in 4 years.
3. It will establish additional 39. Which of the following historical
30. Which of the following statements Conservation Breeding Centers in sources find a mention about Mauryan
is/are correct regarding the United Uttar Pradesh, Tripura, and Empire?
Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF)? Maharashtra. 1. Buddhist and Jaina Literature
1. It is mandated to promote the Which of the statements given above 2. Megasthenes’ Indica
management, conservation and is/are correct? 3. Kautilya’s Arthashastra
sustainable development of all types (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 4. Ashokan Pillars
of forests. (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2, and 3 Select the correct answer using the code
2. It is composed of all the member given below:
states of the United Nations. 35. Consider the following statements (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 4 only
Select the correct answer using the code regarding Sea Buckthorn: (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
given below. 1. It is a deciduous plant endemic to the
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Indian subcontinent. 40. Which of the following reasons were
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. It is a highly resistant plant and can responsible for dominant influence of
survive temperatures as low as - 40°C. Extremists acquired over the Swadeshi
31. Consider the following statements 3. In India they are generally found in Movement in Bengal?
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regarding the Atlantic Meridional Ladakh, Uttarakhand and Sikkim. 1. The Moderate-led movement had
Overturning Circulation (AMOC): Which of the statements given above failed to yield results.
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1. It is a large system of ocean currents is/are correct? 2. The active support of Mahatma
that carry cold water from the tropics (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only Gandhi raised the popularity of
towards the northern hemisphere. (c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only extremists.
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3. The government resorted to extreme 1. It aims to accelerate zero-carbon 1. It can exercise the same jurisdiction
measures to suppress the movement. technological advancements in “hard and powers, as a High Court, in
Select the correct answer using the code to abate” sectors. respect of its contempt proceedings
given below: 2. It was recently launched by the World 2. Appeals against the orders of the CAT
(a) 1 only (b) 3 only Economic Forum at COP 26 Glasgow. could be made only in the Supreme
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above Court and not in the high courts.
41. Consider the following pairs: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only is/are correct?
Author Book (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. Al-Biruni Kitab-Ul-Hind (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. Ibn Battuta Rihla 46. The ‘Honolulu Strategy’, sometimes
3. Ashvaghosha Brihat Samhita seen in the news is related to: 51. Which of the following women were
Which of the pairs given above is/are (a) Marine debris associated with the Quit India
correctly matched? (b) Ozone. Movement?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Biodiversity Conservation. 1. Usha Mehta
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only (d) None of the above. 2. Sucheta Kripalani
42. With reference to the Government of 3. Matangini Hazra
India Act, 1935, consider the following 47. Consider the following statements 4. Pritilata Waddedar
statements: with respect to differences between Select the correct answer using the code
1. For the first time, the Act separated Angiosperms and Gymnosperms: given below:
the provincial and central budget 1. Angiosperms are older than (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
2. Demand for dominion status was Gymnosperms. (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
accepted. 2. The seeds of angiosperms are
3. It proposed to establish an All-India enclosed in the fruit while that of 52. The Bowman’s capsule is related to-
Federation. gymnosperms have naked seeds. (a) The human respiratory system
4. Principles of ‘communal electorates’ 3. Gymnosperms are flowering while (b) The human excretory system
and ‘weightage’ were further angiosperms are non-flowering (c) The respiratory system of ruminants
extended to depressed classes, plants. (d) Special segment of human brain
women and labour Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 53. With reference to NeoCoV, which of
is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only the following statements is/are
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only (c) 2 only (d) 3 only correct?
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 48. Consider the following statements 1. It is a bat coronavirus that was first
regarding the Biodiversity Act 2002: identified in 2021.
43. Consider the following statements 1. This act does not define biodiversity 2. It cannot interact with human
regarding Eco-Sensitive Zones: explicitly. receptors.
1. These are areas that exist within 10 2. It aims at the conservation of 3. It has the potential to use human
kilometers of protected areas like biological resources and managing its ACE2 receptors with mutation.
national parks. sustainable use. Select the correct answer using the code
2. These are declared under the 3. It envisages a two-tier structure at given below:
Environment Protection Act 1986. national and state level for regulation (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
3. Sawmills can be set up in the Eco- of biological resources. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Sensitive Zones. Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 54. A place called ‘Bhadla’ has been
is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only recently mentioned in the news in
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only context of-
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) Solar Park
49. With reference to the role played by (b) Tiger Reserve
44. Which of the following statements Press and Literature in National (c) World’s tallest sitting statue
best describes the term 'Biotic movement during second half of (d) Newly designated Ramsar site
Potential'? nineteenth century, consider the
(a) It is the maximum amount of energy following statements: 55. Which of the following is/are the
that can be used as well as transferred 1. It helped in spread modern ideas of examples of Alkali metals?
by the biotic components of an self-government, democracy, civil 1. Iodine
ecosystem. rights and industrialization. 2. Graphite
(b) It is the maximum amount of energy 2. It criticized the official policies openly 3. Lithium
that can be used by an ecosystem for and urged the people to overthrow 4. Sodium
its sustenance. British rule from the country. 5. Potassium
(c) It is the maximum reproductive Which of the statements given above Select the correct answer using the code
capacity of an organism under is/are correct? given below:
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optimum environmental conditions (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(d) None of the above. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 3, 4 and 5 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
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45. Consider the following statements 50. Consider the following statements 56. Which of the following payment banks
regarding the First Movers Coalition: about the Central Administrative are included in the second schedule of
Tribunal (CAT): Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934?
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1. Paytm Payments Bank Limited Select the correct answer using the code (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
2. Jio Payment Bank given below: (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 3 and 4 only
3. India Post Payment Bank (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
4. NSDL Payment Bank (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 66. Which of the following is/are west
5. Airtel Payment Bank flowing rivers of India?
Select the correct answer using the code 61. With reference to Judicial system in 1. Kalinadi
given below: India, consider the following 2. Bharathapuzha
(a) 1, 3 and 5 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only statements: 3. Baitarani
(c) 1, 2 and 5 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 1. Only Supreme Court and the High 4. Brahmani
Courts can adjudicate upon the rights Select the correct answer using the code
57. Consider the following statements of the federal units and the central given below.
regarding Shadow Banking System: unit, and between the citizen and (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
1. It refers to credit intermediation these units. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 4 only
involving entities and activities 2. The Indian Constitution envisages the
outside the regular banking system. equality of power of High Court 67. Consider the following statements:
2. Their transaction cost of operations is judges and Supreme Court judges. 1. The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
usually higher than regular banking Which of the statements given above provides for the establishment of
system. is/are correct? Protected Areas in India.
3. Shadow Banking in India became (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. An area, whether within a sanctuary
popular after economic reforms of (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 or not, can be notified by the state
1990s. government to be constituted as a
Which of the statements given above 62. “To protect and improve the National Park.
is/are correct? environment and to safeguard forests 3. No human activity is permitted inside
(a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only and wild life” is a provision mentioned the national park except for the ones
in the - permitted by the Chief Wildlife
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) Preamble Warden of the state
58. Which of the following statements (b) Fundamental Duties Which of the statements given above is/
regarding Peer to Peer (P2P) lending (c) Fundamental Rights are correct?
is/are incorrect? (d) Directive Principles of State Policy (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
1. It is an online platform to raise loans 63. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
through crowd funding. regarding the Panchayat Raj
2. Interest rates for lending are decided Institutions (PRIs): 68. Consider following statements:
by Reserve Bank of India. 1. It is mandatory to reserve seats for 1. The people of Indus Valley Civilization
3. The rates offered at this platform are Backward Castes in Panchayats at all were familiar with Iron.
usually higher than those offered by the three levels. 2. In the early Vedic period (Rig Vedic
money lenders. 2. Any law relating to the delimitation of age) there was no money transaction
Select the correct answer using the code constituencies for election of or taxes.
given below: Panchayats cannot be challenged in Which of the statements given above
(a) 2 only (b) 3 only any court. is/are correct?
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
is/are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
59. Which of the following are monetary
policy instruments? 69. The Energy Transition Index (ETI) is
1. Open Market Operations (OMO) released by:
2. Marginal Cost of Funds based 64. With reference to Medieval India, (a) Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Lending Rate (MCLR) khud-kashta and pahi-kashta were (b) World Economic Forum
3. Market Stabilization Scheme used in context of: (c) World bank
4. Ways and Means Advance (a) Land records maintained by landlords (d) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
5. Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) (b) Types of Peasants
6. Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) (c) Types of Irrigation facility 70. Consider the following statements:
Select the correct answer using the code (d) Class of trading community 1. Globally Important Agricultural
given below: Heritage Systems (GIAHS) is an
(a) 1, 3, 5 and 6 only 65. Consider the following statements initiative of the Food and Agriculture
(b) 2, 4, 5 and 6 only regarding Tides: Organisation.
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only 1. Spring tide occurs on a new moon. 2. Kuttanad Wetland Agriculture System
(d) 1, 3, 4, 5 and 6 only 2. The two major forces that influence is the system in India that favours rice
the tides are centripetal and cultivation below sea level.
60. With reference to India’s external gravitational force. Which of the statements given above
sector, which of the following 3. The highest tides in the world occur is/are correct?
statements is/are correct?
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in the Bay of Fundy. (a) 1 only

1. Currently, India’s foreign exchange 4. The most common tidal pattern is (b) 2 only
reserve is equivalent to 6 months of one High tide and one Low tide (c) Both 1 and 2
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import cover. during each day. (d) Neither 1 nor 2

2. India is fourth largest foreign Which of the statements given above 71. Consider the following statements:
exchange reserve holder in the world. is/are correct?
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1. Mutation is a change in genetic 2. The Principal and interest amount are of producing embryonic stem cells
material that results from an error in non taxable and freely repatriable. with the same DNA as the donor cell.
replication of DNA. Select the correct answer using the code 2. These stem cells can be used in
2. Mitosis produces new combination of given below: experiments aimed at understanding
genes in every generation termed as (a) 1 only (b) 2 only disease and developing new
recombination. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 treatments for disease.
with reference to Statutory Liquidity
Ratio (SLR):
1. It is the amount of reserves that
scheduled commercial banks are
72. Consider the following: 82. Consider the following electoral
required to maintain with themselves reforms:
1. Intercropping
on a daily basis. 1. Introduction of NOTA Option
2. Crop rotation
2. Most of the banks keep SLR in the 2. Introduction of VVPAT
3. Timely sowing of crop
form of cash for being highly liquid in 3. Voting Rights to Citizens of India
4. Seed bed preparation
nature. Living Abroad
Which of the above are the methods of
3. State development loans issued by 4. Foreign Funding Allowed
controlling weeds in Agriculture?
state governments also qualify for Which of the following is the correct
SLR. chronological order of the above
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Which of the statements given above reforms?
is/are correct? (a) 2-4-3-1 (b) 3-1-2-4
regarding Aditya-L1 Mission: (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 1-2-3-4 (d) 3-1-4-2
1. It is a satellite in the halo orbit around (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
the Lagrangian point 1 of the Sun- 78. Which of the following best describes 83. Right to form co-operative societies in
Earth system. India is a:
Revenue Neutral Tax Rate?
2. It can continuously view the Sun (a) Fundamental Right
without any occultation or eclipses. (a) The tax rate which ensures tax
revenue of states remains above to (b) Human Right
3. It is meant to observe only the solar
corona. that collected before GST (c) Constitutional Right
Which of the statements given above implementation. (d) Legal Right
is/are correct? (b) The tax rate which does not result in
(a) 1 only (b) 3 only effective revenue collection of the 84. Consider the following statements
government. regarding the Chief Minister of any
State:
74. With reference to Internet of Things (c) The tax rate which ensures that the
1. According to the Constitution, the
(IOT), which of the following revenue collected by new tax regime
statements is/are correct? Chief Minister may be a member of
is same as that collected by the
1. It a giant network of connected things any of the two Houses of a state
previous one.
and people all of which collect and legislature.
(d) None of the above
share data. 2. The governor cannot dismiss Chief
2. These platforms can pinpoint exactly 79. Which of the following is/are the Minister even if he/she loses the
what information is useful and what examples of Geo Spatial technology? confidence of the assembly.
can safely be ignored. 1. Global positioning systems Which of the statements given above
Select the correct answer using the code 2. Remote sensing is/are correct?
given below: 3. Geofencing (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Select the correct answer using the code (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 given below:
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 85. Which of the following are the sources
of Parliamentary privileges?
75. Consider the following statements: (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. The ratio between the deformation 1. Constitutional provisions
along the force and the deformation 80. Consider the following statements 2. Judicial interpretations
in a direction lateral to the force is about Neutrino: 3. Rules of both the Houses
called the Poisson ratio. 1. It has electric charge, and a very small 4. Parliamentary conventions
2. The Poisson ratio can be positive or mass. 5. Various laws made by Parliament
negative. 2. It is a subatomic particle that is very Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the statements given above similar to an electron. given below:
is/are correct? 3. Neutrinos are one of the most (a) 2, 3 and 5 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only abundant particles in the universe. (b) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the statements given above (c) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only
is/are correct? (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
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76. Which of the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 only

regarding Non-Resident External (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only 86. Consider the following statements:
(NRE) Account is/are correct? 1. The president can remove the Central
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1. It can be maintained in any freely 81. Consider the following statements: Vigilance Commissioner on the
convertible foreign currency. 1. Therapeutic cloning involves creating ground of proved misbehaviour or
a cloned embryo for the sole purpose incapacity.
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2. Originally the Central Vigilance (b) Maintaining and strengthening peace (d) It is the number of people falling
Commission (CVC) was neither a in the Middle East under tax net
constitutional body nor a statutory (c) Addressing the crisis in Ukraine
body. (d) Agreement to include Belarus in 96. Consider the following statements
Which of the statements given above NATO regarding the Glowing Glowing Gone
is/are correct? campaign:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 92. Which of the following subsidies are 1. It aims to promote lighting of major
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 categorized as trade distorting highways of India through renewable
subsidies under World Trade energy.
87. Who among the following is the author Organization’s Agreement on 2. It is being implemented on major
of the Book “The Life Divine”? Agriculture? highways of India by the Ministry of
(a) Bal Gangadhar Tilak 1. Minimum support prices (MSP) for Road and Transport.
(b) Swami Paramananda agricultural products Which of the statements given above
(c) Mahatma Gandhi 2. Crop Insurance under PM Fasal Bima is/are correct?
(d) Sri Aurobindo Ghosh Yojna (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
3. FCI procuring food grains for buffer (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
88. Which of the following statements stock .
regarding the Indian Ocean Dipole 4. Urea Subsidy 97. Consider the following statements:
is/are correct? 5. Subsidy for irrigation facilities 1. The corporations or the companies
1. It is an irregular oscillation which Select the correct answer using the code created by the Central government
occurs due to opposing sea surface given below: are not immune from state taxation
temperature anomalies in the western (a) 2, 3 and 5 only or local taxation.
and eastern tropical Indian Ocean. (b) 1, 3 and 4 only 2. The property and income of local
2. The impacts of the IOD are not only (c) 1, 4 and 5 only authorities situated within a state are
felt in the tropics, but can also (d) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only not exempted from the Central
influence weather patterns across taxation.
much of the mid-latitudes. 93. Consider the following statements Which of the statements given above
Select the correct answer using the code regarding Disguised Unemployment: is/are incorrect?
given below. 1. It does not affect aggregate output. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. Marginal productivity of labour (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 becomes zero.
3. It reflects large deficit in the labour 98. With reference to Finance Commission,
89. Consider the following statements force. consider the following statements:
with respect to Peninsular and Which of the statements given above 1. The recommendations made by the
Himalayan rivers: is/are correct? Finance Commission are binding on
1. Himalayan rivers are superimposed (a) 1 only (b) 2 only the government.
while peninsular rivers are (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only 2. The Constitution authorises the
antecedent. Parliament to determine the
2. Himalayan rivers show mainly 94. Consider the following pairs: qualifications of members of the
meandering and sideward erosion. IPR instrument Description commission.
3. The catchment area of peninsular 1. Trademark Distinguished sign Which of the Statements given above
rivers is smaller than Himalayan rivers. for business’ goods is/are correct?
Which of the statements given above and services (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
is/are correct? 2. Patents Protect inventions (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 and 2
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only such as new
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only processes, machines 99. With reference to Black Carbon,
or chemicals consider the following statements:
90. Consider the following statements 3. Copyright Protect the 1. It is formed by the incomplete
regarding Smart Anti-Airfield Weapon expression of ideas combustion of fossil fuels, wood and
(SAAW): 4. Industrial design Protect ornamental other fuels.
1. It is a long-range lightweight high or aesthetic feature 2. It stays in the atmosphere for a large
precision-guided anti-airfield of an article amount of time and contributes to
weapon. Which of the pairs given above is/are climate change.
2. It is indigenously developed by the correctly matched? 3. Nearly half of the black carbon is
DRDO. (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only emitted from the Transport
3. It has a maximum range of 500 km. (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Industries.
is/are correct? 95. Which of the following best describes is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only the term “Tax Base”? (a) 1 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) It is the aggregate value of financial
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(b) 1 and 3 only

assets on which tax can be imposed (c) 2 only
91. The “Minsk Accord” is sometimes seen by the government (d) 1, 2 and 3
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in the news in the context of: (b) It is the number of people and ‘
(a) Agreement to address the issue of business units under tax net 100. Which of the following factors can
cyber security (c) It is the income of people which can lead to “Imported Inflation” in Indian
be taxed by the government economy?
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1. Rise in crude oil prices 4. With reference to Quit India 2. The Bidadary Resolution specified
2. Increase in interest rates by Reserve Movement, consider the following that the army would go to battle even
Bank of India statements: if the congress and the people of
3. Depreciation of Rupee 1. Mahatma Gandhi asked government India didn‘t ask for it.
4. Low-priced imports from China servants and soldiers to immediately 3. The INA had only three regiments
resign from their services and join the named after Mahatma Gandhi, Nehru
given below:
national movement. and SC Bose.
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 2. Princely states supported this Which of the statements given above
movement wholeheartedly. is/are correct?
3. During this movement parallel (a) 1 only
Test - 82 governments came up in some parts (b) 1 and 2 only
of the country. (c) 2 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above (d) None of the above
about Indus Valley Civilization: (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 8. Consider the following statements
1. Harappans had commercial link with (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 only about the anti-Simon Commission
present day West Asian Countries. protest movement and the Civil
2. In Harappan cities burnt bricks were 5. Which of the following factors were Disobedience Movement:
also used for construction which was responsible for the failure of 1. With these movements, the
not significantly used in Egyptian negotiations between the Cripps communal elements in the society
civilizations. mission and the Congress? came to the forefront.
3. The nature of inheritance was 1. Provision of dominion status for India. 2. All Muslims organizations in the
matrilineal as it was in case of 2. The incapacity of Cripps to bargain country gave open support to British
Egyptians. and negotiate. authorities in supressing the activities
Which of the statements given above 3. Provinces and Indian States were of the congress.
is/are correct? given the right to remain out of the 3. The national movement engulfed for
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only proposed federation. the first time in the North-West
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 2 only Select the correct answer using the code Frontier Province and Kashmir during
given below. this period
2. Consider the following statements (a) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above
with respect to the Guptas: (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct?
1. Allahabad pillar inscription carries
details of Ashoka as well as 6. Consider the following statements: (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Chandragupta-I. 1. Maharani Laxmi Bai is regarded as the
2. Atavika Rajyas were conquered by only female queen in India to defeat 9. With reference to the Miniature
Samudragupta. the British powers and remain Painting in India, consider the
3. It was in Chandragupta‘s time that the undefeated. following statements:
Chinese pilgrim Fa-hsien visited India. 2. Rani Gaidinliu, a Naga spiritual leader 1. It was introduced by the Mughals in
Which of the statements given above died while fighting during the Civil India.
is/are correct? Disobedience movement of India. 3. 2. The Mughal style was marked by
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only ArunaAsaf Ali is well known for her supple naturalism based on close
(c) 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only Congress Secret Radio during the observation of nature.
Quit India Movement. 3. It was a synthesis of the indigenous
3. Which of the following was the objective Which of the statements given above is Indian style of painting and the
of formation of Hunter Committee correct? Safavid school of Persian painting.
(1919)? (a) 1 only Which of the statements given above
(a) It was formed to investigate (b) 2 only is/are correct?
Jallianwala bagh massacre. (c) 3 only (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(b) It was the first Indian education (d) None of the Above (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
commission.
(c) It was established to study and 7. In 1940s, the Indian soil bore many 10. Consider the following statements
appropriate the amount of revenue to operations and campaigns to free itself about the Virashaiva movement
be collected from indigo cultivation. from a loosening British hold. Consider 1. The movement was initiated by
(d) It was established to understand the the following statements with Basavanna and his companions like
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economic impact of Non- reference to the Indian National Army AllamaPrabhu and Akkamahadevi.
Cooperation Movement. (INA): 2. They strongly argued for the
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1. The idea of INA was first conceived in Brahmanical ideas.

Malaya peninsula by Subhash 3. They supported rituals and idol
Chandra Bose. worship.
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Which of the statements given above 3. Practice of cremation was 20. Romaka Siddhanta was a book written
is/are correct? introduced by Brahmanism. during Gupta period. What was the
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above book related to?
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct? (a) A book on weights and measures
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (b) A book on aspects of trade and
11. Tauhid-i-Wajudi refers to: (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 business
(a) Arabi‟s doctrine of unity of being (c) A book on architectural specifications
(b) Orthodox Islamic revivalist movement 16. What does the term Varman refers to? (d) A book on astronomy
(c) Indian Islamic social reformist (a) A kind of tax on farm produce
movement imposed by Palas 21. Which of the following is/are the
(d) A sufisilsila (b) A title adopted by Kamarupa kings reasons for winter rainfalls in Northern
(c) Feudatories who paid tribute to India?
12. Arrange the following in the correct Samudragupta 1. Arrival of weak temperate cyclones
chronological order: (d) A subgroup of Vaishya caste from the Mediterranean Sea.
1. Decline of silk trade with Romans engaged in metal work 2. Northeast monsoon crossing over the
2. Appearance of shudras as Bay of Bengal.
agriculturists 17. Consider the following statements 3. Anti-cyclonic circulation patterns in
3. Coins with image of king playing flute about the 17th century Surat: Northern India in winter.
4. Visit of Fa-hsien 1. It was called the gate to Mecca. Select the correct answer using the code
Select the correct answer using the code 2. Only the Portuguese and English had given below:
given below: their factories and warehouses at (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1-4-3-2 (b) 2-3-4-1 Surat. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 3-4-1-2 (d) 4-2-1-3 3. There were several retail and
wholesale shops selling cotton 22. Which of the following factors are
13. With reference to ‗Rig-Vedic period‘, textiles. responsible for Earthquakes?
consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above are 1. Sliding of rocks along a fault plane
1. Concept of regular army evolved correct? 2. Collapse of roofs of underground
during this period. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only mines
2. Rajas during this period collected (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. Explosion of Nuclear devices
taxes to serve their subjects. 4. Construction of Large reservoirs.
Which of the statements given above 18. With reference to Chinese pilgrim Select the correct answer using the code
is/are correct? Xuan Zang consider the following given below:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only statements: (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. Xuan took statues of the Buddha (c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
made of gold, silver and sandalwood
14. Consider the following statements to China. 23. The eastern coast and Bay of Bengal
regarding India‘s cultural exchanges 2. As per historians there is no evidence are more prone to tropical cyclones
with other Asian countries in ancient that Xuan carried manuscripts. than the Western Coast and Arabian
period: 3. Xuan studied in Nalanda. Sea. Which of the following could be
1. Indian culture spread to all Southeast the valid reasons?
Which of the statements given above are
Asian countries through Buddhism. 1. Breakaway typhoons over the
correct?
2. Suvarnabhumi was a name given to Northwest Pacific move across the
Indonesia due to frequent trade South China Sea into the Bay of
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) All of the above
relation. Bengal intensifying the cyclones.
3. Chinese learnt from India the art of is/are correct? 2. Bay of Bengal requires inflow of fresh
Buddhist painting. 1. Theravada form of Buddhism was water from Himalayan river.
Which of the statements given above developed by the Burmese. Select the correct answer using the code
is/are correct? 2. India‘s contact with its neighbouring given below:
(a) 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only countries started in the age of (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only Buddha. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. Ashoka had sent Buddhist missionary
15. Consider the following statements to Sri-Lanka. 24. Consider the following statements
about Brahmanism in Southern India in with reference to the forest produces
the early centuries of Christian era. in India:
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given below.
1. It was followed by both upper and 1. The coir, a short fibre extracted from
lower sections of Tamil Society. the outer shell of coconuts, is the
(c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only
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people was Subramaniya. commercial natural fibres.
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2. Resins and gums are metabolic by- 2. Active volcanic regions provide (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
products of plant tissues either in opportunity for generation of clean (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
normal course due to disease or and sustainable energy.
injury to the bark or wood of certain 3. Majority of the active volcanoes are 33. With reference to the significance of
plants. located in and around Pacific region. continental shelf, consider the
3. Lac is a natural resin secreted by Which of the statements given above are following statement:
insects that feed on certain host trees. correct? 1. It provides the richest fishing ground
4. India is the largest producer of lacs in (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only in the world.
the world. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. It increases the height of tides.
Which of the statements given above are 3. It facilitates shipping and other
correct? 29. Consider the following statements: marine activities.
(a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 1 and 3 only 1. Dead Sea is an example of Rift Valley Which of the statements given above
(c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Lake which lies between the West is/are correct?
Bank and Jordan. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
25. Consider the following pairs with 2. Aral Sea is Located between (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
respect to Mineral Group occurring in Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.
different layers of the Earth: Which of the statements given above 34. Consider the following statements
Layer of Earth Minerals is/are correct? with reference to the land resources in
1. Crust SiMa (Silica + (a) 1 only (b) 2 only India:
Magnesium) (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. Increasing land degradation can
2. Mantle SiAl enhance the global carbon emissions.
(Silica+Aluminum) 30. Consider the following statements 2. The United Nations Convention to
3. Core NiFe (Nickel + Iron) about Mahawat: Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is
Which of the pairs given above is/are 1. It is a winter rainfall of small amount the only legally binding international
correctly matched? due to western and north western agreement on land issues.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only cyclonic disturbances. 3. The United Nations Convention to
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. It is important for the growth of rabi Combat Desertification (UNCCD)
crops in Northern India. aims to achieve the Land Degradation
26. Which of the following factors Which of the statements given above Neutrality where the quality of land
influence the typical pattern of south- is/are correct? resources neither increases nor
west monsoon in India? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only decreases.
1. Increase in temperature over the (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the statements given above
north-western plains. is/are correct?
2. Movement of Inter- 31. Consider the following statements: (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only
tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ). 1. The minor forest produce in India (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only
Select the correct answer using the code includes all the non-timber forest
35. What is the correct sequence of the
given below: produce of plant origin.
following capital region from West to
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. At present, bamboo is still considered East?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 as a minor forest produce. 1. Nay Pyi Taw 2. Jakarta
3. The promotion of the minor forest 3. Hanoi 4. Bangkok
27. Consider the following statements produce based economy is a step to Select the correct answer using the code
with respect to Catastrophe Bonds: achieve the goal of SDG-5. given below:
1. These are risk-linked securities that 4. India's declaration of MSP does not (a) 2-1-4-3 (b) 1-3-4-2
transfer a specified set of risks from include minor forest produces. (c) 1-4-3-2 (d) 1-4-2-3
the insurer to investors. Which of the statements given above are
2. The yield offered on these bonds is correct? 36. Consider the following statements:
very low, but the principal amount is (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only 1. A high Real Exchange Rate would
always secured. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only signify that the domestic good is
Which of the statements given above relatively cheap.
is/are correct? 32. With reference to the significance of 2. A high Nominal Exchange Rate would
(a) 1 only (b) 2 continental shelf, consider the signify that the Foreign Good is
only following statement: relatively expensive.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. It provides the richest fishing ground 3. When the real exchange rate is equal
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28. Consider the following statements 2. It increases the height of tides. said to be in purchasing power parity.
with respect to Volcanoes: 3. It facilitates shipping and other Which of the statements given above
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beneficial for agricultural Which of the statements given above (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only
activities. is/are correct? (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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37. Consider the following statements in 41. Which of the following is correct about (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only
reference to Bretton Woods System: Reserve Bank of India‘s function (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
1. Currencies became convertible and Sterilisation?
could be settled in dollars (a) It is an instrument through which RBI 45. Consider the following statements
2. Dollars were made partially assures investors guaranteed return regarding Devaluation of currency:
convertible to gold on the act of conducting a financial 1. It is an unintended decline in the
3. End of Bretton Woods System transaction that has substantial risk of value of one currency with respect to
earmarked transition from Fixed losing all value. another currency.
exchange rates to Floating exchange (b) It is an investment to reduce the risk 2. Devaluation may lead to inflation in
rates. of adverse price movements in an the economy.
Which of the statements given above asset. Which of the statement given above
is/are correct? (c) The practice is considered intentional is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only with the goal being obtaining a (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only competitive advantage in the (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
importing market.
38. Consider the following statements (d) It is an open market sale of 46. Consider the following statements:
about Dollarization‘: government securities of an amount 1. The rise in the GDP of the country
1. It is the use of foreign currency such equal to the amount of foreign always indicates the rise in the
as euro, in addition to or instead of exchange inflow in the economy. welfare.
the domestic currency as legal tender. 2. The barter exchanges that take place
2. It usually occurs in weak central 42. Consider the following statements in a country are generally counted in
government or an unstable economic with reference to Gross Domestic its GDP.
environment. Production (GDP): 3. When negative externalities are
3. It provides greater stability in the 1. In calculation of GDP production present, it means that the producer
value of a foreign currency over a done by non-residents inside the does not bear all costs associated
country's domestic currency. country are not included. with the product.
Which of the statements given above 2. Subsidies are excluded from GDP at Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? market price. is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 3. Net Domestic Product allows policy- (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 makers to estimate how much the (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
country has to spend just to maintain
39. Consider the following statements: their current GDP. 47. Consider the following statements
1. A person received a currency of Re 1 Which of the statements given above about National Investment Fund (NIF):
with signature of Urjit Patel on it, and is/are correct? 1. Recently, Saudi Arabia has pledged to
the person deduced it was a fake (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only contribute to this fund for
currency. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only infrastructure development.
2. When RBI buys a Government bond 2. The revenue generated through this
in the open market, it reduces the 43. Consider the following statements fund is credited to the Consolidated
money supply. with respect to ‗liquidity trap‘. Fund of India.
Which of the statements given above 1. It is the situation in which the current 3. Equity infusion in various Metro
is/are correct? interest rates are low and savings projects is financed from this fund.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only rates are high. Which of the statements given above
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. In such a situation the consumers is/are correct?
choose to invest their money in (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
40. Which of the following best defines the bonds. (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
term Hot Money? 3. Increase in autonomus investment
(a) It refers to funds that are controlled can cure the economy from the 48. While computing GDP, why only the
by investors who actively seek short- problem of liquidity trap. final goods are considered?
term returns. Which of the statements given above (a) To avoid the error of double
(b) Money which flows in the market is/are correct? counting.
when the government starts (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (b) Counting the intermediate goods will
repurchasing the bonds. (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 highly exaggerate the final value of
(c) A currency that is under pressure of the economic activity.
44. Consider the following forms of
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depreciation due to exit of hard (c) The value of the final goods already
payment
currency. includes the value of the intermediate
1. Pension 2. Salary
(d) None of the above goods.
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3. Scholarship 4. Prizes
(d) All of the above
Which of the above is/are ‗transfer
payments‘?
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49. With reference to the ―SCO Peace 2. Western Himalayas 58. Consider the following statements
Mission 2018‖, consider the following 3. North-eastern Himalayas about ‗Grassland Ecosystem‘
statements: 4. Eastern Ghats 1. In the Grassland ecosystem, fire plays
1. The exercise is conducted biennially In which of the areas given above do a significant role in maintaining the
for SCO member states. tropical rain forests exist? dominance of grass.
2. India made a maiden participation in (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only 2. In India, all Savannas are believed to
the exercise on the eve of completion (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 be derived by the degradation of
of three years of becoming a full original tropical forests.
member of the SCO. 54. Consider the following statements 3. The height of Grassland vegetation is
3. After Independence this was the first 1. The primary source of phosphorus is highly uniform in nature.
time India and Pakistan were a part of atmosphere. Which of the statements given above
a military exercise. 2. Phosphorous shows high fixation is/are not correct?
Which of the statements given above capacity in strongly acidic as well as (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only
is/are correct? alkaline soils. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above
(c) 2 only (d) 2 and 3 is/are correct? 59. Consider the following statements:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. The Pyramid of Biomass is always
50. In context of the ―One District One (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 upright in Seas due to presence of
Product (ODOP)‖, consider the Phytoplanktons.
following statements: 55. Consider the following statements 2. The Pyramid of Energy is rarely
1. Andhra Pradesh which is uniquely about Loktak Lake. inverted because in some ecosystem,
famous for product-specific 1. It is the largest freshwater lake of the size of predator exceeds the prey.
traditional industry has started this Northeast India. Which of the statements given above
scheme. 2. It is famous for the floating biomass is/are correct?
2. It aims to promote traditional islands or phumdis. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
industries in every district of the state 3. The Hangul deer is endemic to this (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the statement given above region.
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above 60. Consider the following statements
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only is/are correct? regarding Coral Reefs:
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 1. The world‘s largest coral reefs are
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 found in the clear and shallow waters
51. Consider the following statements of the temperate region.
about the bio-geographical regions of 56. Which of the following are likely 2. Corals draw nutrition from
India: impacts of Global Warming? zooxanthellae as well as through
1. The Trans-Himalayas are the most 1. There may be increase in summer marine organisms such as fishes and
biodiversity-rich zone among all bio- precipitation at higher latitudes while phytoplankton.
geographic regions of India. winter rainfall may increase in lower Which of the statements given above
2. The species endemic to India are latitude. is/are correct?
concentrated only in Western Ghats 2. There may be an increase in (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
and North-eastern states. temperature both in troposphere and (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the statements given above stratosphere.
is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code 61. Which of the following are responsible
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only given below: for Soil Pollution?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. Volcanic eruption
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Industrial activities
52. Consider the following statements: 3. Petroleum Products
1. When one moves from poles to the 57. Consider the following statements: 4. Mining
equator, the biological diversity 1. Food chain serves as the medium for 5. Metal Smelting
increases. Bio Magnification. Select the correct answer using the code
2. One generally notices an increase in 2. The unwanted materials accumulated given below:
species diversity from lower to higher in an organism through the process (a) 2, 3 and 5 only
altitudes on a mountain. of Bio magnification is difficult to (b) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
Which of the statements given above remove since they are non- (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
is/are correct?
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(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is/are correct? 62. Consider the following statements
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53. Consider the following areas: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Fund Act-2016
1. Western Ghats
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1. It has a provision for creating a (COMCASA), consider the following 2. AGMARK is legally enforced in India
national fund with contributions from statements: by the Agricultural Produce (Grading
government, corporates as well as 1. COMCASA is the India specific version and Marking) Act of 1937.
individuals. of the ‗Communication and 3. Recently launched Agmark online
2. The fund will be dedicated exclusively Information on Security system will facilitate certification
towards afforestation. Memorandum of Agreement‘. process transparently and on 24x7
3. This fund has been constituted at 2. The agreement is valid for a period of basis.
three levels: centre, state and district. 10 years. Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
is/are correct? is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
71. With reference to Orion Spacecraft,
63. Consider the following statements: 67. Which one of the following is an consider the following statements:
1. Light waves having wavelength in the outcome of the Bangkok Declaration 1. The purpose of the spacecraft is to
range of 400-700 nanometers are 1997? carry astronauts farther into the solar
considered as Photosynthetically (a) East Asia Summit system than ever before.
Active Radiation (PAR). (b) SAARC 2. Orion is an European Space Agency
2. Plants capture approximately half of (c) Indian-Ocean Rim Association (IORA) spacecraft.
the PAR reaching the earth surface. (d) BIMSTEC Which of the statements given above
is/are not correct? 68. Which of the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only is/are correct about National Digital (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Communications Policy-2018?
1. It provides universal broadband 72. Which of the following is correct about
connectivity to every citizen. New Agenda Coalition‘?
1. India has demonstrated an increasing 2. Establishment of a National Digital (a) A new trade initiative announced for
trend in the forest cover but the area Grid by creating a National Fibre Pacific island states.
under dense forest has declined. Authority. (b) A ministerial level group working
2. Water bodies inside the forest cover 3. It aims at attraction of investments of towards nuclear disarmament.
have increased during the last USD 10,000 billion in the Digital (c) New initiative of connecting with the
decade. Communications Sector. east announced by the US.
3. Arunachal Pradesh has the largest Select the correct answer using the code (d) An UN initiative towards tackling
forest cover in the country in terms of given below. poverty.
area. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
Which of the statements given above (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 73. IOWave18, recently seen in news,
is/are correct? refers to:
69.Consider the following statements with (a) Tsunami mock exercise
respect to SATAT initiative: (b) Malware attack
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. It has been launched by Ministry of (c) Carbon sequestration technique
Power for provision of continuous (d) Geo-engineering technique for
and clean power supply to the inducing rain
about the Western Ghats:
1. The Anaimudi is the highest peak of industries.
the Western Ghats. 2. It shall utilize municipal solid wastes 74. Consider the following statements
2. Lion-Tailed Macaque is found in all six and help in tackling the problem of with respect to ICESat-2:
states covered with Western Ghat polluted urban air due to farm 1. It is a satellite launched by ISRO to
region. stubble-burning and carbon precisely measure changes in Earth's
3. One of the recommendations of emissions. ice sheets.
Madhav Gadgil panel is to establish a Which of the statements given above 2. It will also measure the tops of trees
statutory authority for development is/are correct? to aide research into the amount of
and sustainability of this region. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only carbon stored in forests, flood and
Which of the statements given above (c) both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 drought planning and wildlife
is/are correct? behaviour.
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1. AGMARK is a certification mark is/are not correct?
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
employed on agricultural products in (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
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India which conforms to the (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither1 nor 2
66. With regard to Communications
Compatibility and Security Agreement‘ standards approved by FSSAI.
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75. Consider the following statements 1. It is a biennial international student ground of contravention of any of the
with respect to Chiller Star labeling assessment program coordinated fundamental rights.
program: by OECD. 3. The court martial can be excluded
1. Ministry of Environment Forest and 2. India has not participated in any of from the writ jurisdiction of the
Climate Change has launched an the editions so far. Supreme Court.
ambitious Chiller Star Labelling Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above
Program to encourage the use of low is/are correct? is/are correct?
energy consumption across the (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
country. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. The Chiller Star labeling program has
been prepared by the Energy 80. About International Atomic Energy 84. Which of the following acts introduced
Efficiency Bureau. Agency‘ (IAEA), consider the following the power to issue ordinance by
3. Compliance to the norms under this statements: Viceroy?
program is compulsory for 1. IAEA is not a party to the Non (a) Indian Councils Act of 1861
commercial buildings. Proliferation Treaty (NPT). (b) Indian Councils Act of 1892
Which of the statements given above 2. IAEA is a specialized agency of the (c) Government of India Act ,1919
is/are correct? United Nations. (d) Government of India Act,1935
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only is/are correct? 85. With reference to Government of India
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Act of 1935, consider the following
76. Consider the following statements (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 statements:
with respect to District Disability 1. It provided for the establishment of
Rehabilitation Centre (DDRC): 81. Consider the following statements: an All- India Federation.
1. These are statutory bodies under 1. The term federation has no where 2. It advocated for the adoption of
Ministry of Social Justice and been used in the Indian Constitution. dyarchy in the provinces.
Empowerment. 2. The Indian federal system is based on 3. It introduced bicameralism at center.
2. It provides awareness generation, the American model. 4. It provided for establishment of
early intervention and assessment of 3. The Indian Polity has a centralizing federal court.
the need of assistive devices to tendency. 5. This act was referred as “all breaks no
divyangjans. Which of the statements given above engine”.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2, 3 and 5 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1, 4 and 5 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
82. With regard to the Citizenship of India,
77. With respect to the Prahaar Missile, consider the following factors: 86. With reference to Punchhi
sometimes seen in the news, consider 1. Born in the territory of India. Commission, consider the following
the following statements: 2. Either of whose parents was born in statements:
1. It is indigenously developed surface the territory of India. 1. It recommended ending the
to surface short range tactical ballistic 3. Ordinarily resident in the territory of convention of Governors being acting
missile. India for not less than one year. as Chancellors of Universities.
2. The missile can engage multiple Which of the factors given above can be 2. It was against creation of new all India
targets in different directions. criteria for a domicile person to be a services rather supported state
Which of the statements given above citizen of India at the commencement of services to deal with local issues.
is/are correct? Constitution? 3. In order to bring balance in power
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only between states it recommended
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 equality of representation in Rajya
Sabha.
78. Which one of the following best 83. Consider the following statements Which of the statements given above
describes Swayangsiddha Scheme? about the power of Parliament to is/are correct?
(a) Self-reliance in pulse production modify fundamental rights with (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 only
(b) To spread awareness about respect to its application to armed (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
cleanliness forces:
(c) To bring about sustainability in waste 1. It can restrict or abrogate the 87. Who among the following is/are not
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management fundamental rights of the members included in the Electoral College for
(d) To prevent human trafficking of armed forces. election of President?
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79. Consider the following statements challenged in any court on the Houses of Parliament.
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2. Elected members of the state 2. Ministry of Law and Justice is the (a) 2 only (b) 3 only
legislative assemblies. single nodal agency for all tribunals. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only
3. Nominated members of the 3. Appeals against the tribunal orders
Legislative Assemblies of Delhi and could not be filed directly in the 95. Which of the following committee led
Puducherry. Supreme Court. to the insertion of Part IV A in the
4. Elected members of state legislative 4. Certiorari can be issued against Indian Constitution?
council tribunals decisions. (a) Verma Committee
Select the correct answer using the code Which of the statement given above (b) Sardar Swaran Singh Committee
given below: is/are correct? (c) Sarkaria Committee
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only (d) Drafting Committee of Indian
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 2 and 3 only Constitution
88. Formation of a new state requires 92. Consider the following statements: 96. In India all doubts and disputes in
which of the following schedule/s to be 1. Unlike Scheduled Castes the connection with election of the
amended? Constitution defines persons who President are inquired into and
1. Schedule III 2. Schedule IV belong to the Anglo-Indian decided by:
3. Schedule II 4. Schedule I community. (a) Election Commission
Select the correct answer using the code 2. Constitution provides reservation for (b) The Rajya Sabha
below Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes (c) The Lok sabha
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only and Anglo-Indian community to Lok (d) The Supreme Court
(c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Sabha and Legislative Assemblies on
the basis of population ratios. 97. Which of the following committees of
89. Consider the following statements Constituent Assembly is/are correctly
with reference to the Child Labour matched?
is/are correct?
(Prohibition and Regulation) 1. Rules of Procedure Committee – Dr.
Amendment Act, 2016: Rajendra Prasad
1. It provides a complete prohibition of 2. States Committee (Committee for
employment of children below 14 Negotiating with States)– Sardar Patel
years in all types of occupations and 3. Drafting Committee – Dr. B R
with respect to the Council of
processes. Ministers: Ambedkar
2. ‘X’ aged 13 years, after his school 1. The Ministers are appointed by the 4. Advisory Committee on Fundamental
hour was working in a family President and enjoys the position in Rights, Minorities and Tribal and
enterprise run by his father’s brother. the Council during the pleasure of the Excluded Areas –Sardar Patel
This is a punishable offence under the President. 5. Steering Committee- Dr. Rajendra
law. 2. The salaries and allowance of Prasad
Which of the statements given above ministers are determined by the 6. Provincial Constitution Committee-
is/are correct? President from time to time. J.B. Kripalani
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. Council of minister is collectively Select the correct answer using the code
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 responsible to the Lok Sabah only. given below.
Which of the statements given above (a) 1, 2 and 3 only
90. With reference to Co-operative is/are correct? (b) 2, 3 and 6 only
society, consider the following (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only
statements. (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
1. The state legislature shall provide for
the reservation of two seats for 94. With regard to the Aadhaar Act 2016, 98. In context of the Ordinance making
women on the board of every co- consider the following statements: power of the President, consider the
operative society. 1. Aadhaar card cannot be issued to following statements:
2. The promotion of Co-operative persons who do not have any 1. The power of the President to
societies is included in the Directive permanent dwelling house. legislate by ordinance is aparallel
Principle of State Policy. 2. Chairperson and members of Unique power of legislation.
Which of the statements given above Identification Authority of India hold 3. An ordinance can be issued only on
is/are correct? office for three years and are not those subjects on which the
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only eligible for reappointment. Parliament can make laws.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the statement given above
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3. As per the Aadhaar Act, the Unique

Identification Authority of India has is/are correct?
91. Consider the following statements : four members including chairman (a) 1 and 2 only
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1. Tribunals can be established by the and chief executive officer. (b) 2 and 3 only
Parliament and state legislature. Which of the statements given above (c) 1 and 3 only
is/are correct? (d) All of the above
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99.Who among the following are 4. Regarding chalcolithic culture, 8. With reference to Chalcolithic culture
appointed by President but do not consider the following statements: in India, consider the following
hold office during his pleasure? 1. Such culture is characterized by the statements:
1. Comptroller and auditor general of use of copper implements not of 1. People knew the art of spinning and
India stone. weaving.
2. Chief election commissioner 2. During this period no burnt bricks 2. People had a belief system that there
3. Governors of the states were used. is life after death.
4. Prime minister and the other 3. Cows, buffaloes, sheep, goats and 3. It is during this phase of history social
ministers pigs were the domesticated animals inequalities began.
5. Attorney general of India of this time. Which of the statements given above
Select the correct answer using the code Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
given below: is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 3, 4, and 5 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
9. Which of the following statements are
100.Consider the following statements: 5. Consider the following statements correct about Nagara (Temple)
1. Governors of respective states have about Vaisheshika architecture?
the power to specify the castes and 1. It explains the phenomena of the 1. Rekhaprasada type of shikhara roof is
tribes which are to be called universe by the atomic theory. made up of several slabs gently rising
scheduled caste and scheduled tribe. 2. Gautama is said to be author of to a single point over the centre of the
2. It is only by presidential notification Vaisheshika philosophy. building.
that any caste or tribe can be included Which of the statements given above 2. Phamsana type of Shikharaare
or excluded from the list of SCs and is/are correct? rectangular buildings with roof rising
STs. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only into a vaulted chamber.
Which of the statements given above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. Valabhi type of Shikhara are square at
is/are correct? base and the walls curve or slope
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 6. Consider the following statements inward to a point on top.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 about condition of women in the Select the correct answer using the code
medieval period: given below.
1. Women remarriage was strictly (a) 1 and 2 only
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prohibited. (b) 2 and 3 only
2. Matsya Purana authorises husband to (c) 1 and 3 only
beat his erring wife. (d) None of the above
1. System of Sijdah and Paibos was
3. Women were not given property
introduced by AllaudinKhilji.
rights during this period. 10. Consider the following statements
2. Sijdah is kneeling before emperor and
Which of the statements given above 1. The Chera rulers introduced the
touch the ground with their forehead
is/are correct? Malayalam language and script in
in salutation to king.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only their inscriptions.
(c) 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only 2. Sanskritic traditions were alien to the
is/are correct?
Cheras.
7. Consider the following statements 3. The first literary works in Malayalam is
about Kabir dated back to about twelfth century.
1. Kabir‘s teachings were based on Which of the statements given above
2. Which of the following is the correct
complete, indeed vehement, is/are correct?
term that was used for Pepper‘ in
rejections of the major religious (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
ancient India?
traditions. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3
(a) Yavanika
2. His teachings openly ridiculed all
(b) Yavanapriya
forms of external worship of both 11. Consider the following statements:
(c) Yavanrasika
Brahmanical Hinduism and Islam. 1. Guru Nanak introduced a new script
3. The language of his poetry was a form known as Gurumukhi.
of spoken Hindi. 2. The institution of Khalsa was
3. Baba Guru Nanak was a contemporary
of: 4. He drew his followers from among developed by Guru Govind Singh.
1. Sher Shah Suri 2. Shankar Deva both Hinduism and Muslims. 3. The compilation of Guru Granth Sahib
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Select the correct answer using the code correct? Which of the statements given above
given below- (a) 1 and 2 only is/are correct?
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(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 4 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3
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12. With reference to religious practices in 17. Which among the following wetlands 21. With reference to the survival
India, the ―Basadis II establishment of India is an artificial lake and also a condition for reef building corals,
belongs to: Ramsar site? consider the following statements:
(a) Jainism (b) Buddhism 1. Bhoj Wetland 1. Water temperature must not rise
(c) Vaishnavism (d) Shaivism 2. Ropar above 20 degree Celsius.
3. Rudrasagar Lake 2. Water should be fresh and free from
13. Consider the following statements 4. Sasthamkotta Lake sediments.
about Shankara: 5. Renuka Wetland 3. Deep water of more than 200 feet is
1. He propounded the idea of Select the correct answer using the code ideal.
Vishishtadvaita. given below: Which of the statements given above
2. He taught that Brahman, the only or (a) 1 and 2 only is/are not correct?
ultimate reality, was formless and (b) 2, 3 and 5 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
without any attributes. (c) 2 and 4 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Which of then statements given above (d) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
is/are correct? 22. With reference to Jet stream, consider
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 18. Consider the following statements: the following statements:
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. The conservation of water resources 1. As the sun's elevation increases each
is the joint responsibility of the state day in the spring, the average latitude
14. Consider the following statements: and union governments as water is a of the jet stream shifts poleward.
1. Sultan Ghari tombis the first subject under concurrent list of Indian 2. Jet streams are the strongest for both
monumental Muslim tomb in India. Constitution. the northern and southern
2. Use of Grey stone is the 2. Environmental flows (e-flows) are the hemisphere winters.
characteristics feature of Khilji acceptable flow regimes that are 3. Jet streams are relatively wider bands
Architecture. required to maintain a river in the of strong wind in the upper levels of
3. Battered wall of enormous thickness desired environmental state. the atmosphere.
is one of the chief characteristics of 3. Recently the union ministry of water Which of the statements given above
Tughlaq Architecture. resources released an E- Flow is/are correct?
Which of the statements given above notification for all rivers of India. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only is/are correct?
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 only (a) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 23. Consider the following statements
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 about The Great Himalayas:
15. With regard to the religious 1. It is mainly formed of the crystalline
philosophy of Jainism, Consider the
19. Consider the following statements: overlain by metamorphosed
1. Oilseed crops help to stabilize sediments.
1. Doctrine of continence
greenhouse gases and thus help in 2. Nathu la and Jelep La are passes of
(brahmacharya) was added by
fighting climate change. the Great Himalayas.
Vardhamana Mahavira.
2. Recently India became self- sufficient Which of the statements given above
2. Mahavira asked his followers to cover
in production of the oilseeds and oil is/are correct?
up the upper and lower portions of
palms. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
the body.
3. Recently the union government (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. Jainism did not recognize the
removed the prohibition on the
existence of God.
export of all varieties of edible oils. 24. Consider the following statements
Which of the statements given above about National Company Law Tribunal
is/are correct? (NCLT):
is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only 1. It has been constituted under
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only Companies Act, 2013.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only
2. It is the outcome of the Eradi
20. Which of the following regions of the Committee.
1. Thickness of alluvium deposit in the
world have Mediterranean Climate? Which of the statements given above
plains depends upon the
morphological process. 1. North eastern Australia is/are correct?
2. Central Chile (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
2. The Great Plains of India represent
3. California (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
the infilling of the foredeep wraped
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and the Himalayas.
given below: Madden- Julian Oscillation (MJO) on
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(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only weather around the world, consider
is/are correct?
the following statements:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
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1. The MJO creates favourable Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above are
conditions for tropical cyclone is/are correct? correct?
activity. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
2. It always delays the onset of the (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Monsoon season around the globe.
3. MJO also causes the phenomenon El 30. Which of the following countries of 34. Under the British colonial rule,
Nino. Africa are not associated with the agriculture continued to experience
Which of the statements given above SAHEL region? stagnation. Which of the following
is/are correct? 1. Somalia 2. Ethiopia were the reasons behind it?
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 only 3. Mali 4. Niger 1. Land settlement system
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 5. Egypt 2. Negligible use of fertilizers
Select the correct answer using the code 3. Lack of irrigation facilities
26. What would be the correct sequence of given below: 4. Constraints of cultivable land
the following ―choking points‖ (a) 3 and 4 only Select the correct answer using the code
around the world in North to South (b) 1, 2 and 5 only given below.
direction? (c) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 3 and 4 only
1. Suez Canal (d) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
2. Bab el Mandab
3. Strait of Hormuz 31. Consider the following statements 35. Observe the following figure:
4. Strait of Malacca with reference to Fiat Money Column 1 Column 2
Select the correct answer using the code 1. It is the bank money in the form of 1. Line A – C Gini Coefficient = 1
given below: legal tender. 2. Curve A- C Lorenz Curve
(a) 1-2-4-3 (b) 1-3-2-4 2. It is backed by a physical commodity 3. Shifting of Gini Coefficient -->
(c) 3-1-2-4 (d) 1-2-3-4 like gold. AC to EF 0
3. The value of Fiat money is derived Which of the pairs given above is/are
27. With reference to the elements from the relationship between supply correct?
pertaining to visibility, arrange the and demand. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only
following in increasing order of their Which of the statements givenabove (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
effect on visibility: is/are correct?
1. Fog 2. Mist (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 36. Consider the following statements:
3. Haze 4. Smog (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 only 1. Central government was able to
Select the correct answer using the code generate adequate amount of
given below: 32. With reference to ―Power Tex India‖, revenue but was not able to spend it
(a) 1-2-3-4 (b) 3-2-1-4 consider the following statements: properly.
(c) 2-3-4-1 (d) 3-4-2-1 1. Under the scheme, existing plain 2. Wide spread public sector economy
powerlooms are upgraded to semi- was profitable but heavy corruption
28. Consider the following statements: automatic by providing financial was there.
1. Himalayan system has completely assistance to powerloom units. 3. A large share of foreign exchange was
well-defined boundaries. 2. As a result of growth in export of spent on the defence sector.
2. Kumaon Himalayas are the source of
Man- Made Fiber (MMF), India has 4. Export of Indian product exceeded its
both river Ganga and Yamuna.
become the largest exporter of textile import to international market but it
3. According to geologists a new
mountain chain would be formed in in the world. sold at a lower price due to its poor
the Ganga basin. Which of the statements given above quality.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Which of the factors given above were
is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only responsible for the economic crisis of
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1991 in India?
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1, 2 and 3 only
33. In context of ―E-PashudhanHaat (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
29. Consider the following statements Scheme‖, consider the following (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
about Springs in terms of Hydrology: statements: (d) None of the above
1. A spring is a natural discharge point 1. It is a Web Portal which aims to
of subterranean water at the surface centralize repository of information 37. Consider the following statements:
of the ground. for Central and State Governments. 1. Performs merchant banking function
2. The majority of springs in India are 2. Under the Scheme farmers can sale
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located in the Indian Himalayan only tagged animal with 2. It administers country‘s monetary as
region. NakulSwasthyaPatra. well as fiscal policy.
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3. Recently, the NITI Aayog has raised 3. It provides information to the farmers 3. It is the custodian of the foreign
concern over the drying up of springs about the location of quality exchange reserves of the economy.
in the Himalayan region. indigenous germplasm.
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Which of the statements given above 3. Under repo rate, securities of local Which of the statements given above
is/are the functions of the Reserve Bank of authorities can be used as an is/are correct?
India? instrument of borrowings. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 2 only (b) 1 and 2 only 46. With reference to economy, which of
38. Consider the following: (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 the following statements is correct
1. Notes and coins in circulation with about ‗Managed Floating‘?
the public 42.The World Economic Situation and (a) It is a mixture of a flexible exchange
2. Cashing cheques for customers Prospects 2018 report was published rate system and a fixed rate system.
3. Deposits held by the Government of by (b) It is a mixture of a interest rate system
India with RBI (a) World Bank introduced after adoption of MCLR
Which of the above are components of (b) International Monetary Fund norms.
High powered money? (c) United Nations (c) It is a term used to denote such stocks
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (d) European Union which can be traded as equity as well
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 as derivatives.
43. Consider the following statements (d) None of the above
39. Which of the following is the exact regarding Bank rate:
expression of Compensatory and 1. It is used for calculating penalty on 47. Consider the following statements
Contingency Financing Facility (CCFF)? default in the maintenance of Cash about the Convention on the
(a) Timely financing of long term projects Reserve Ratio. Conservation of Migratory Species of
to member countries of World Bank. 2. It varies with the variation of marginal Wild Animals (CMS).
(b) New contingency financing system standing facility. 1. India is yet to become a signatory of
developed by AIIB to reduce 3. A fall in the bank rate can increase the this convention.
importance of IMF in case of BOP money supply. 2. It is the only global convention
crisis. Which of the statements given above specializing in the conservation of
(c) Timely financial assistance provided is/are correct? migratory species.
to members of IMF that are (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 3. CMS partners include inter-
experiencing balance of payments (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 governmental bodies along with non-
difficulties. governmental organizations and the
(d) None of the above 44. Consider the following statements private sector.
about the immediate effects of Which of the statements given above
40. In context of the ―Sansad Adarsh Demonetisation in India: is/are correct?
Gram Yojana (SAGY)‖, consider the 1. It suddenly increased money supply (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
following statements: by circulating old currency in the (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. The scheme is targeted to achieve economy.
one adarsh gram in each district per 2. It helped in credit creation of 48. Consider the following statements:
year till 2024. commercial banks by bringing back 1. It is the highest biosphere reserve of
2. The Scheme aims to nurture the hoarded money with the households. India and is one of the 34 biodiversity
identified Adarsh Grams as 3. It improved tax compliance as a large hotspots of the world.
seminaries of local development to number of people were brought in 2. Mix of Alpine forests, wet temperate
train other Gram Panchayats the tax ambit. and sub-tropical moist deciduous
3. Under the Scheme, the MP is free to Which of the statements given above forests are found here.
identify a suitable Gram Panchayat for is/are correct? 3. Blood-Pheasant has its home in this
being developed as Adarsh Gram (a) 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only Biosphere Reserve.
other than his/her own village or that (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which option given below justifies the
of his/her spouse. above statements?
Which of the statements given above 45.Consider the following statements (a) Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve
is/are correct? about the ‗Green GDP‘: (b) Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 1. It takes into account environmental (c) Cold Desert Biosphere reserve
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 cost. (d) Dibru-Saikhova Biosphere Reserve
2. India started to calculate Green GDP
41. Consider the following statements: for every state from the budget year 49. Consider the following statements
2018-19. with respect to Tiger conservation in
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Reserve Bank of India borrows money 3. The government of India has India:
from the commercial banks. launched a ‗green skilling‘ 1. Only central government has the
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2. Increased repo rate increases the programme for college graduates in authority to notify an area as Tiger
money supply in the economy. which they would be trained in a reserve.
range of green jobs.
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2. Critical Wildlife Habitats are 2. Scrubbers are used to clean air from 57. Which among the following
designated under the provisions of both dusts and gases by passing it mentioned practices are followed in
Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 to through a dry or wet packing Meghalaya?
create inviolate areas for Tigers. material. 1. Bun Cultivation
3. Special Tiger Protection Force is Which of the statements given above 2. Swidden Cultivation
responsible for checking the man- is/are correct? 3. Bamboo drip irrigation
animal conflict. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the statements given above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 given below.
is/are correct? (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 54. With reference to Carbon Monoxide, (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 3 only (d) 2 only consider the following statements: 58. Consider the following statements
1. It is highly poisonous to the living about ‗Eat Right Movement‘:
50. Consider the following statements: beings as it blocks the delivery of 1. It has been launched with the
1. Invasive species score over native oxygen to the organs and tissues. objective of improvement of nutrition
species in terms of their reproductive 2. Carbon monoxide is mainly released content in mid day meal provided at
and adaptation capability. in to air by firewood used in school level.
2. Islands are more prone to invasion by household. 2. It gives emphasis on introduction of
alien species. 3. Carbon Monoxide is a colorless and GM crops such as golden rice to
3. Wildfire is a threat to invasive species pungent smelling gas. bridge the gap of nutrition deficiency.
to spread in a forest ecosystem. Which of the statements given above 3. The programme aims to engage local
Which of the statements given above are is/are not correct? Anganwadi centres at both
correct? (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only implementation and monitoring level
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 to ensure nutrition among school
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 children.
55. Consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above
51. Consider the following statements 1. The rate of replacement of species is/are correct?
with respect to Pet Coke: along a gradient of habitats or (a) 3 only
1. On burning, it releases more sulfur communities is called Alpha diversity. (b) 2 and 3 only
than the coal. 2. Beta diversity refers to the diversity of (c) 1 and 2 only
2. It is used in cement industries as a organisms sharing the same (d) None of the above
feedstock. community/habitat.
59. Which of the following group of
3. India recently banned imports of pet 3. Diversity of the habitats over the total
species have been recently included in
coke for all kinds of uses by showing landscape or geographical area is a Recovery Programme undertaken by
environmental and health concern.. called gamma diversity. National Board for Wildlife (NBWL)?
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above (a) Northern River Terrapin, Clouded
is/are correct? is/are correct? Leopard, Arabian Sea Humpback
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only Whale and Red Panda
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) Snow Leopard, Hangul, NilgiriTahr
and Indian wild dog (Dhole)
52. Consider the following statements 56. Consider the following statements (c) Dugongs, Asian Wild Buffalo,
with respect to Gene Bank: about United Nations Convention to Manipur Brow-antlered Deer and
1. It is a method of in-situ conservation combat desertification (UNCCD):
Bamboo rat
of biodiversity. 1. It is the only legally binding
(d) Indian Rhinoceros, Swamp Deer,
2. Gene bank is used to conserve rare international agreement linking
Asiatic Lion and Sloth bear
plants and animal species. environment and development to
3. India‘s first gene bank for wildlife sustainable land management. 60. Consider the following statements
conservation was established in 2. In India, Ministry of Earth Sciences about the interactions between
Hyderabad. acts as the nodal ministry to populations of different species in the
Which of the statements given above coordinate all issues pertaining to the biotic community:
is/are correct? UNCCD. 1. In commensalism one species is
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 3. The Global Environment Facility (GEF) benefitted while it has no effect on
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only acts as the financial mechanism of the other.
UNCCD. 2. In competition one species is
benefitted while it is harmful to the
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53. Consider the following Which of the statements given above are
statements regarding Particulate correct? other.
Pollutants: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above
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1. Algae is considered as viable (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct?
particulate pollutant. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
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61. Consider the following statements: 2. Ralph was sent along with its twin and transit of trees grown on private
1. Mangrove forests provide a wide LUCY through the NASA's Juno land.
range of niches maintained by Mission for Jupiter. Which of the statements given above
substrata such as mangrove roots, 3. The Trojan asteroids orbit the Jupiter is/are correct?
which maintain a high level of in two loose groups, with one group (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
biodiversity. always ahead of Jupiter in its path, the (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. A habitat contains a unique other always behind.
ecological niche and there can‘t be Which of the statements given above 69. Which of the following iscorrect about
more than one such niche in any is/are correct? YuvaSahakar?
habitat. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only (a) A scheme for school children to make
Which of the statements given above (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 free from stress.
is/are correct? (b) A portal has been launched against
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 66. Consider the following statements the child sex abuse.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 about the Federation of Indian (c) Cooperative Enterprise Support and
Chambers of Commerce and Industry Innovation Scheme for attracting
62. Consider the following statements (FICCI). them to cooperative business
about learning portal NIPUN: 1. FICCI was established with the aim of ventures.
1. It is to give online training and using it as a forum for lobbying with (d) None of the above
information to women regarding self the colonial government.
defence. 2. It had representations from the 70. Consider the following statements:
2. It has been specially designed for capitalist class of Bombay, Calcutta 1. Astrosat is India's first ever single
Delhi and Calcutta. and Surat only. ultra violet wavelength space based
Which of the statements given above 3. The British government never observatory.
is/are correct? recognised FICCI as an 2. Recently it has captured the rare
(a) 1only (b) 2 only organisation as it clashed with the phenomenon of a small, 6-billion-
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 European interests. year-old ―vampire‖ star ―preying‖
Which of the statements given above on a bigger celestial body.
63. Which of the following are the is/are correct? 3. It weighed more than 3.5 kg and
objectives of Sagarmala Programme? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only hence launched by GSLV MkIII
1. Comprehensive development of (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 vehicle.
India‘s coastline Which of the statements given above
2. Development of Blue economy 67. Consider the following statements: is/are incorrect?
3. Port-Led Development 1. NASA's Dawn mission is aimed to (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Select the correct answer using the code explore Vesta and Ceres present in (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
given below. the Kupier Belt beyond Pluto.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2. Vesta is a rocky proto planet whereas 71. Which of the following is correct about
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Ceres is an icy dwarf planet. ARPIT?
3. Dawn is the first ever mission to visit (a) An initiative of online professional
64. Consider the following statements a dwarf planet and first to orbit two development of higher education
with reference to the National Ganga targets. faculty using the platform of
Council: Which of the statements given above SWAYAM.
1. It replaced the erstwhile National is/are correct? (b) Flagship leadership development
Ganga River Basin Authority. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only training programme for second level
2. It is headed by the Minister of Water (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 only academic functionaries.
Resources, River Development (c) It is a temple entry movement by
& Ganga Rejuvenation. 68. Consider the following statements Azad foundation to break the long
3. The NGC was formed to prevent, regarding Agricultural Marketing and term prejudice against women.
protect and control pollution in River Farm Friendly Reforms Index: (d) None of the above
Ganga. 1. It has been launched in order to
Which of the statements given above are harness the untapped potential of 72. Consider the following statements
correct? marketing in Agricultural about the Indian Ocean Naval
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only development. Symposium:
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. It is a holistic index covering all the 1. It is a biennial event and was
launched by the Indian Navy.
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states in order to spur the agricultural

65. Consider the following statements: productivity. 2. It envisages for India‘s permanent
1. NASA's Ralph spacecraft has the 3. One of the parameters of the index membership in UN Security Council.
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objective to study the Trozan promotes the states to adopt 3. The theme for this year was the
asteroids of the Jupiter. stringent measures regarding felling development of India‘s Sagarmala
project.
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Which of the statements given above Indian agricultural and Research 81. Consider the following statements
is/are correct? institute is implementing this scheme. 1. 73rd amendment act mandates for all
(a) 1 only 2. The scheme will ensure transfer of states to constitute Panchayats at
(b) 2 and 3 only commensurate benefits to Agro- three tiers.
(c) 1, 2 and 3 meteorological and Aviation services. 2. Recently Arunachal Pradesh passed a
(d) None of the above Which of the statements given above bill to form a Panchayat at
is/are correct? intermediate level.
73. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above
about the Ganga Gram project: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is/are correct?
1. It was launched by the Ministry of (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Environment, Forest and Climate 77. Consider the following statements (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Change. about Radiation Pollution:
2. It is implemented in only those states 1. Radiation emanating from the mobile 82. Consider the following statements
where the river Ganga flows. communication technology is with reference to grants:
3. It envisages achieving Open capable to cause male infertility. 1. The discretionary grants form a larger
Defecation Free target and 2. Food irradiation is the phenomenon part of the Central grantsto the states
implementation of solid and liquid which makes food radioactive due to as compared to the statutory grants.
waste management. its prolonged exposure to 2. With respect to statutory grants
Which of the statements given above microwaves. Parliament is obligated to provide
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above financial assistance of equal sum to
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only is/are correct? every state.
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above
74. Which of the following is correct about (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
GROWTH-India telescope? 78. Which of the following is correct about (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(a) It is the country‘s first robotic The Programme for International
Student Assessment (PISA)?
telescope to observe dynamic or 83. Consider the following statements
(a) It studies participating countries
transient events in the universe. with reference to the Charter Act 1853:
contribution towards Education
(b) It is the country‘s first robotic 1. It separated the legislative and
regarding Sustainable Development
telescope to observe the positioning executive functions of the Governor-
Goal for quality and equity of learning
of remote sensing satellite in the General’s council.
outcomes.
space. 2. It introduced local representation in
(b) It is a student exchange programme
(c) It is the country‘s first telescope to the Indian (Central) Legislative
in the field of higher studies.
measure the albedo effect. Council.
(c) It studies and set standards of 3. British parliament enjoyed discretion
university education in 100 best
over the term and extension of
ranking university in the world.
75. Consider the following statements company’s rule on Indian territories.
about the Global Compact for 4. It was the last charter act passed for
Migration: East India Company.
79. Which among the following is/are
1. It is the first-ever UN global Which of the statements given above
correct regarding Tissue repair in
agreement on such common human body? is/are correct?
approach. (a) Can lead to destroyed tissue being (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 4 only
2. It aims to stop inter country migration replaced with the same kind of tissue (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
by solving the issues of the countries or fibrous connective tissue.
in conflict. (b) Occurs at the same rate in all tissues. 84. Which of the following are
3. Austria, Hungary and the Czech (c) Both (a) and (b) incorporated as fundamental duties in
Republic has agreed on this pact (d) Neither (a) nor (b) Indian constitution?
recently. 1. To uphold the unity of India.
Which of the statements given above 80. Consider the following statement 2. To renounce practices derogatory to
is/are correct? 1. Inertia is the natural tendency of an the dignity of women.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only object to resist a change in its state of 3. To provide opportunities for
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 motion or of rest. education to his child or ward up to
2. Quantitatively, the mass of an object the age of six.
is a measure of its inertia.
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76. Consider the following statements 4. To protect forests and wild life.
about the "Atmosphere & Climate 3. Heavier or more massive objects offer 5. Regular payment of tax
Research-Modelling Observing larger inertia. Select the correct answer using the code
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Systems & Services" (ACROSS) scheme: Choose the correct statement/s given below.
1. Ministry of Earth Sciences in (a) 1 Only (b) 2 and 3 (a) 1, 2 and 3 only
collaboration with IIT, Delhi and (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
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(c) 2, 3, and 4 only (c) 1 only (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only (d) All of the above
85. Consider the following statements: 88. Consider the following statements 1. National Commission for Scheduled
1. The office of Vice-President in India is with reference to Indian Council Act Castes discharges functions to Anglo
modelled on line of USA. 1909: Indian community and Scheduled
2. The Vice-president can act as 1. It introduced a system of communal Castes similarly.
President only for maximum period of representation. 2. National Commission for Women
six months when a vacancy occurs in 2. It provided for the separate reviews the Constitutional and Legal
office of the President. representation of chambers of safeguards for women.
Which of the statements given above commerce and zamindars. Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only
86. With regard to the Benami Transaction 93. Parliament can legislate laws on
(Prohibition) Act 1988, consider the 89. With reference to Gratuity provisions subjects in the state list if:
following statements: in India, consider the following 1. Rajya Sabha passes a resolution in
1. Benami transaction means any statements national interest.
transaction in which property is 1. The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 2. During a national emergency.
transferred to one person for a applies to establishments employing 3. On the request of a state legislature.
consideration paid by another at least 10 persons Select the correct answer using the code
person. 2. Mr. X has been working in a given below.
2. According to Act, property means plantation (which has more than 100 (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
property of any kind, movable or workers) for more than 10 years in (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
immovable, tangible or intangible Jammu and Kashmir and after
and any right or interest in such retirement he must duly receive his 94. Which of the following initiatives
property. Gratuity. taken by government helps in the
3. Offences under the Act are Which of the statements given above implementation of the Directive
cognizable and bailable. is/are correct? Principles?
4. A property held in name of Mr. X but (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. 73rd Amendment Act (1992)
paid by Mr. Y who is the father of X is (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Abolition of Zamindari System
now considered a benami property 3. Minimum Wages Act (1948)
after the amendment. 90. With reference to inter-state councils, 4. Abolition of Privy Purses (1971)
Which of the statements given above consider the following statements: Select the correct answer using the code
is/are correct? 1. Parliament is the sole authority to given below.
(a) 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only establish such council. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only 2. Its decisions are binding in nature. (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
3. The council’s function to enquire and
87. Consider the following statements advice upon inter-state disputes is 95. With respect to the Impeachment
about Government of India Act of complementary to the Supreme procedure of President, consider the
1858: Court’s jurisdiction under Article 131. following statements:
1. It abolished the East India Company Which of the statements given above 1. He can be removed from office for
and transferred the powers of is/are correct? ‘violation of the Constitution’ which is
Government to the British Crown. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only defined in the Constitution.
2. It introduced the system of Double- (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. Impeachment process can be
Government by allowing Court of initiated only in the House of the
director to manage commercial 91. Which of the following pairs are People.
affairs and Board of control to correctly matched? 3. It is a quasi-judicial procedure.
manage political affairs. . Amendments: Associated changes Which of the statements given above
3. It discontinued the office of Secretary 1. Seventh: Reorganization of states is/are correct?
of State for India who had complete 2. Ninth: Transfer of Berubari (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
authority and control over Indian 3. Tenth: Daman and Diu made union (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
territory
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administration, introduced under

1858 act. 4. Ninty sixth: Change of the entry of 96. Consider the following statements:
Which of the statements given above Oriya language to Odia 1. Article 3 deals with the admission of
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is/are incorrect? Select the correct answer using the code new states that are not part of the
(a) 3 only given below Union of India.
(b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 3 and 4 only
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2. Prior permission of the President is Test - 84 3. Tantricism outcasted both women
not mandatory for the introduction of and sudras into its ranks.
a bill in parliament regarding the 1. With reference to Bodhisttavas‘, Which of the statements given above are
changing of name of a state. consider the following statements: correct?
3. Cession of Indian Territory to a 1 They were the people who attained (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
foreign country requires the enlightenment. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
constitutional amendment. 2. They restricted themselves living in
Which of the statements given above complete isolation and meditated in 6. The seventh to ninth century
is/are incorrect? in Southern India saw the emergence
peace after achieveing
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only of new religious movements, led by
enlightenment.
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Nayanars and Alvars. With reference to
the above phrase consider the
is/are correct?
97. Consider the following statements: following statements,
1. The term ‘State’ in Article 3 includes 1. Nayanars were the saints devoted to
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Vishnu and Alvars were the saints
‘Union Territory’.
2. ‘Union of India’ is different from the 2. Which of the following statements are devoted to Shiva.
‘territory of India’. correct regarding Satavahanas? 2. They were sharply critical of the
Which of the statement given above 1. They used coins made of Gold. Buddhists and Jainas.
is/are correct? 2. Satavahana rulers promoted 3. They did not include the
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Buddhism. untouchables among themselves.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. Military and feudal character of Which of the statements given above
administration was an adoption from is/are correct?
98. Consider the following statements: Mauryan administration. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
1. In case of absence of the Chief Justice 4. Prakritwas the official language of (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
of India oath to office of the President Satavahanas.
is administered by Vice-President. Select the correct answer using the code 7. The term Rastra and territorial
2. For the office of the President a given below. administration appeared in Later Vedic
(a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 4 only period. Which of the following
person has to subscribe to an oath or
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only statements is/are not correctly
affirmation mentioned in the third
detailing the changes which took place
schedule of constitution. 3. Consider the following statements in the Later Vedic period?
Which of the statements given above about the Ahom kingdom: 1. Standing army appeared in this
is/are correct? 1. The Ahoms migrated to the period.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Brahmaputra valley from the present 2. Shudras never participated in royal
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 day Mongolia. rituals.
2. Paiks were the forced labourers in the 3. Four ashram system was well
99. Which of the following is/are Ahom Kingdom. established.
associated with the state 3. Almost all the adult males served in 4. Queens could take part in coronation
reorganization? the army during the war. ceremony of kings.
1. JVP Committee Which of the statements given above Select the answer using the code given
2. Fazl Ali Commission is/are correct? below.
3. Shah Commission (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only
Select the correct answer using the code (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1 and 3 only
given below.
(a) 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only 4. Which of the following is correct about
bandagan in Medieval India? 8. Which of the following pairs are
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) Slaves purchased for military service incorrectly matched?
Philosopher Theory
100.Consider the following statements: (b) Slaves used for the household work
1. Kapila VachanaSahitya
1. National Commission for Women is a (c) Mortgage system in financial system
2. Charvaka Lokayata
statutory body. used during Khaljis regime
3. Basava Sankhya
2. National Commission for Women (d) Administrative head of the justice
Select the answer using the code given
consists of 5 members including department
below
Chairperson. 5. Consider the following statements: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above 1. In the Post Gupta period, Hindu (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, and 3
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correct? and hierarchy. 9. Consider the following pairs:
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(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 conceived as a complete surrender to 1. Kalaripayattu Kerala
their god. 2. Silambam Andhra Pradesh
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3. Gatka Punjab Which of the following statements 18. With reference to Rule of Kushans‘,
4. Mukna Maharashtra is/are true description of Sanchi Stupa? consider the following statements:
Which of the pairs given above are 1. Shalbhanjika sculpture forms a part of 1. They issued gold coins in the sub-
correct? its decorative features. continent.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only 2. Figures are depicted in lower relief 2. They controlled the old silk route.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 filling up the entire space. 3. Major power centres during Kushans
3. There is mechanical depiction of body were Mathura and Taxila.
10. With respect to the Medieval India, posture with some stiffness. Which of the statements given above are
trabeate‘ is a Style of 4. Ashokan Bull capital pillar is found correct?
(a) Dance (b) Music here. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) Painting (d) Architecture Select the correct answer using the code (c) 1 and 3 only (d) all of the above
given below.
11. Which of the following were influences (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 4 only 19.Which of the following is/are correct
of the Iranian invasions to India during (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 regarding the age of Mahajana padas?
the 4th-5th century BCE? 1. Brahmins and setth is were given
1. Alexander‘s invasion was first direct 15. With reference to the art and revenue rights over the land received
contact between India and the architecture of Delhi Sultanate, by them as grants.
Greeks. consider the following statements: 2. Gramini was the leader of tribal
2. The monuments of Asoka‘s time, 1. The Turks introduced the minarets military unit only.
especially the bell shaped capitals, pattern of architecture in India. 3. Tax was paid both in terms of cash as
owed to Iranian models. 2. The Sultanate architecture was well as in kind.
3. Punch marked coins were a result of marked by the use of coloured sand 4. Parishad was a body which consisted
Iranian contact with India. stones. of people belonging to the three
Select the correct answer using the code 3. They decorated their structures using higher Varnas only.
given below. flowers, animals, Arabic script and Select the correct answer using the code
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only geometric patterns. given below.
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above (a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 2 and 4 only
is/are not correct? (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 only
12. With reference to ancient history of (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 3 only
south India, consider the following (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 20. Consider the following statements
statements: regarding Tanjore Paintings:
1. Rulers organised army and paid them 16. Consider the following statements 1 The theme of these paintings are
salaries regularly. about the Carnatic music: largely based on natural environment
2. A number of local assemblies were 1. It was in the Chola period that this and day to day life.
prevalent during Pallavas period music acquired the present form. 2. The Tanjore paintings do not make
which looked after irrigation. 2. Thyagaraja and Shamashastri are use of glass, pearls or semi- precious
3. The organization of merchants was considered to be the founding fathers stones unlike the Mughal paintings.
known as nagaram. of this music. Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above 3. In this music there is a very highly is/are correct?
is/are correct? developed theoretical system. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only 21. Consider the following statements
13. With reference to the medieval period, (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 about Pamir Mountains:
Consider the following pairs: 1. It acts as a connecting mountain
Group I Group II 17. Consider the following statements range between Himalayas and Central
1. Bakhshi Military Paymaster about the Hindustani Classical music: Asia.
2. Sadr Minister in charge of religious 1. As the name suggests, it is purely 2. From the Pamir, the Himalayas extend
patronage Indian in nature without foreign eastward in the form of an arcuate
3. Faujdar Town Police commander influence. curve.
Which of the pairs given above is/are 2. This music is primarily vocal- centric. Which of the statements given above
correctly matched? 3. Gwalior Gharana is the oldest among is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only all the Khayal Gayaki (vocal) styles. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above
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is/are correct?
14. Stupa architecture was the main (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 22. Consider the following statements
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contribution of the Buddhist tradition (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 with respect to the upcoming activities
to the Indian Art and Architecture. on space station:
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1. Ecosystem Space-borne Thermal 1. The Leeuwin Current is the western 2. The ranges of Himalayas have very
Radiometer Experiment on Space boundary current located in North steep gradient towards the south but
Station (ECOSTRESS) will study water America. they present a much gentler slope
use and water stress in vegetation. 2. Coriolis results in the deflection of towards the north.
2. Global Ecosystem Dynamics major surface ocean currents to the Which of the statements given above
Investigation (GEDI) will collect right in the Northern Hemisphere and is/are correct?
space-based measurements of to the left in the Southern (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
atmospheric carbon dioxide, to help Hemisphere. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
assess its distribution and variability. Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 31. Which of the following countries
is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only shares coast of Caspian Sea?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. Russia 2. China
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. Israel 4. Iran
27. Consider the following statements 5. Kazakhstan
23. Consider the following statements with respect to occurrence of minerals Select the correct answer using the code
about Wave Cyclone: in rocks: given below:
1. Wave cyclone is a low pressure 1. Major metallic minerals like copper (a) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only (b) 2, 3 and 5 only
system that forms on and moves and zinc are found in veins and lodes (c) 1, 4 and 5 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only
along a boundary between two air in Igneous and Metamorphic rocks.
mases. 2. Coal is generally found in 32. Consider the following statement with
2. It is the most frequent form of tropical sedimentary rocks. reference to the cold water fisheries in
cyclone. 3. Gold and Silver occur as alluvial India:
Which of the statements given above deposits in sands of valley floors and 1. The Cold water fisheries is practiced
is/are correct? the base of hills. in both fresh and marine waters
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above are where the water temperature is
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 correct? between 10 to 20 degree C.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2. The trout fishing of Odisha is famous
24. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 for the prized fish-Rainbow Trout.
with reference to the Jute sector in Which of the statements given above
India: 28. Consider the following statements: is/are correct?
1. Jute is a soft and hard wearing bast 1. Tropical climates have soil with low (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
fibre originated from the flower of the nutrient content. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
jute plant. 2. Temperate climates have soil that
2. India is the second largest producer have easily soluble components. 33. Consider the following statements
of the jute after Bangladesh. 3. Arctic climate soil formation is about Polarimetric Doppler Weather
3. The Kenaf is a newly emerging influenced by freezing-thawing Radar:
subtropical bast fibrous crop which is processes. 1. It has been developed with the help
less water guzzling than the jute. Which of the statements given above of Russian technology.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 2. It will help to predict cyclones and
is/are correct? (a) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only detailed information on storm‘s
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 internal wind flow and structure
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 only which was not possible through
29. Consider the following statements conventional radars.
25. Consider the following statement with with respect to river Mahadayi: Which of the statements given above
reference to the cold water fisheries in 1. It has its origin in Amarkantak hills. is/are correct?
India: 2. It flows through the state of Goa and (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. The Cold water fisheries is practiced Karnataka. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
in both fresh and marine waters 3. Recently, a waterway has been
where the water temperature is constructed on Malaprabha, which is 34. Consider the following statements
between 10 to 20 degree C. a tributary of river Mahadayi. about Soil Horizons:
2. The trout fishing of Odisha is famous Which of the statements given above 1. C-type of Horizon consists of parent
for the prized fish-Rainbow Trout. is/are correct? material which undergoes minimum
Which of the statements given above (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only alteration due to soil formation
process.
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(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 30. Consider the following statements 2. O-type of horizon allows for organic
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 with respect to Himalayas: matter to accumulate due to
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1. It has a densely dissected ridge and anaerobic conditions.

26. With reference to oceanic currents, valley topography. Which of the statements given above
consider the following statements: is/are correct?
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(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2. The N K Singh Panel on review of
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1, 2 and 3 FRBM Act suggested using the
(d) None of the above Explanation: primary deficit as the primary target
35. What is the correct sequence of the for fiscal policy of the government.
following Mountain peaks of 39. What does the term Aggregate 3. A zero primary deficit generally
Himalayas from West to East? Measurement of Support (AMS) - means that government has to resort
1. K2 2. Nanda Devi sometimes seen in news signify? to borrowing just to make payment of
3. Nanga Parbat 4. Dhaulagiri (a) A measure of the gap between interest.
5. Kanchenjunga domestic and world prices multiplied Which of the statements given above
Select the correct answer using the code by the quantity supported, plus any is/are correct?
given below: other commodity-specific transfers. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only
(a) 3-1-4-2-5 (b) 1-3-2-4-5 (b) It is the subsidy support given by (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 2 only
(c) 3-1-2-4-5 (d) 1-3-2-5-4 developed countries to the Island
nations to help them fight climate 43. Consider the following statements:
36. Consider the following statements change. 1. The rising fiscal deficit is always anti-
about Foreign Portfolio Investments (c) It is the subsidy support given by the growth as it eats away the domestic
(FPI): developing countries in reduction of savings.
1. FPIs are those foreign investors who imports in solar energy sector. 2. By issuing the market stabilization
hold less than 10% of the equity stake (d) It is the subsidy support given by the scheme (MSS) bonds, the
in any company. developed countries to the government borrows directly from
2. Since FPIs come under the category developing countries in promotion of the market against these bonds in
of hot money, developing countries renewable energy under Kyoto order to finance its debts.
prefer FDIs more than FPIs. Protocol. Which of the statements given above
3. A weakening rupee doesn‘t impact is/are correct?
future inflows of FPIs. 40. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Which of the statements given above with reference to theBali Fintech (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
is/are correct? Agenda - sometimes seen in the news.
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 only 1. It is a framework agreement created 44. Which of the two deficits are included
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 during the recent WTO ministerial in the much talked "Twin Deficits" by
conference aimed to promote the policy makers?
37. Which of the following types of seamless trade mechanism. (a) Fiscal Deficit and Revenue Deficit
investment is/are the part of the 2. The agenda focuses on innovation in (b) Revenue deficit and Current Account
capital accounts in India's Balance of payments and settlement mechanism deficit
Payments? and powering e- commerce though (c) Fiscal Deficit and Current Account
1. Japan's loan for the construction of digital technology. deficit
Mumbai Ahmedabad High Speed Which of the statements given above (d) Effective Revenue deficit and Fiscal
Bullet Train Project. is/are correct? deficit
2. World Bank's aid for construction of (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Multi Modal Terminal on Ganga at (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 45. Consider the following statements
Varanasi. with reference to Special Drawing
3. India's assistance in building Salma 41. Consider the following statements: Rights (SDR):
Dam in Afghanistan. 1. The World Economic Forum is a 1. It is defined as an amount of fine gold
Select the correct answer using the code global non-profit organization equivalent to one US dollar.
given below: working for political and economic 2. It is allocated to various countries
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only development of the countries around based on their GDP in purchasing
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 the world. power parity terms.
2. Recently World Economic Forumhas 3. Recently Chinese yen is added to the
38. Consider the following statements: launched world's first center for SDR basket.
1. India completely follows the floating fourth industrial revolution at Which of the statements given above
exchange rate system where Hyderabad. is/are correct?
exchange rate is determined by Which of the statements given above (a) 1 and 2 only
market forces. is/are correct? (b) 3 only
2. Depreciation of rupee promotes (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 only
import of a country.
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(c) Both1 and 2 (d) Neither1 nor 2 (d) None of the above
3. Depreciation of rupee hurts NRI
repatriating money to their home. 42. Consider the following statements: 46. Consider the following statements
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Which of the statements given above are 1. Gross primary deficit is the total with reference to the Gaganyaan
correct? revenue deficit sans the expenditure mission:
(a) 1 and 2 only for creation of capital assets.
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1. It will be India‘s first indigenous (a) Proportion of Income allocated for (c) A solo sailing race around the globe
manned lunar mission. food purchase decreases as income in a yacht with no kind of modern
2. This mission would carry out a series rises. technology.
of experiments, particularly micro- (b) Revenue generation from tax (d) A race to circumambulate the African
gravity. increases with the reduction of tax continent.
3. India would be the fourth nation to rate.
achieve such milestone after the (c) Proportion of income allocated for 54. Consider the following statements
Soviets, the Americans and the food purchase increases with increase 1. At the trophic level of consumers, the
European Space agencies. in income. rate at which food energy is
Which of the statements given above (d) Establishes an inverse relationship assimilated is called primary
is/are correct? between price and quantity demand productivity.
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only for food. 2. The secondary productivity reflects
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 the utilization of food produced by
51. Consider the following statements primary productivity.
47. Consider the following: with reference to Wildlife Protection 3. The primary productivity is greater in
1. Depreciation of domestic currency. act 1972: the temperate region as compared to
2. Extension of interest subvention 1. As per the provisions of this act, the tropical region.
scheme to export sector. hunting is restricted to animals Which of the statements given above
3. Adopting policies which attract placed in any of the five schedules. is/are correct?
greater FDI. 2. It recommends for the post of Chief (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Which of the above action/actions can Wildlife Warden in each state who is (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
help in reducing the current account appointed by the President.
deficit? 3. There are no such similar laws in 55. Which of the following pairs is/are
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Jammu and Kashmir for the correctly matched?
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 protection of Wild Life. Convention Objective
Which of the statements given above 1. Rotterdam Convention Prior
48. Consider the following statements is/are correct? Informed Consent Procedure for
with reference to the Repurpose Used (a) 1 only Certain Hazardous Chemicals and
Cooking Oil (RUCO): (b) 2 only Pesticides in International Trade.
1. It is an ecosystem that will enable the (c) 3 only 2. Basel Convention The Control of
collection and conversion of used (d) None of the above Explanation: Transboundary Movements of
cooking oil to biodiesel. Hazardous wastes and their Disposal.
2. It has been launched by Biodiesel 52. Consider the following statements 3. Stockholm Convention Persistent
Association of India. with respect to algal bloom in water Organic Pollutants.
3. Total Polar compounds are used as a bodies: Select the correct answer using the codes
measure of toxicity level in fried 1. An algal bloom is caused because of given below:
vegetable oil. the presence of large amount of (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above nutrients in the water body. (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
is/are correct? 2. Eutrophication is overnourishment of
(a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only water bodies due to excessive nitrates 56. Consider the following statements:
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 and phosphates received through 1. It runs from 4,200 years ago to
runoff. present.
49. Consider the following statements 3. Algal bloom decreases Biochemical 2. It is the latest addition to the
about Asian Development Bank (ADB): Oxygen Demand (BOD) of the water Holocene age.
1. It is a multilateral financial system body. 3. This age began when a mega-
having headquarter in Japan. Which of the statements given above drought devastated civilisations
2. India is a founding member of this is/are correct? across the world such as Egypt and
organization. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Mesopotamia.
3. The project-based partnership called (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Identify the correct age with the help of
South Asia Subregional Economic statements given above:
Cooperation (SASEC) is funded by the 53. Recently, Golden Globe Race was seen (a) Northgrippan age
ADB. in the news. It is: (b) Greenlandian age
Which of the statements given above are (a) Race among countries for the (c) Meghalayan age
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correct? exploration of alternative energy (d) None of the above

(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only resources in Arctic region.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3 (b) A race among the Golden Globe 57. Consider the following statements
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award nominees. about National Mission for

50. Which of the following is correct Manuscripts:
expression of Engel‘s law?
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1. It seeks to unearth the vast 3. Nitrogen fixation in terrestrial (a) World Bank
manuscript wealth of India. ecosystems is predominantly carried (b) International Monetary Fund
2. It also aims to preserve the languages out by free-living microbes. (c) World Economic Forum
of India. Which of the statements given above (d) UNEP
3. Ministry of Home Affairs is the nodal is/are correct?
agency of this mission. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 66. Consider the following statements
Which of the statements given above (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 about International Day for the
is/are correct? Elimination of Violence against
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 62. Consider the following statements Women:
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 with respect to SPICE Project: 1. It was adopted by the United Nations
1. It is a project for injecting aerosol General Assembly.
58. What could be the implications of particle in the upper atmosphere for 2. A recent study published by UN office
construction of a Breakwater harbour solar radiation management. of Drugs and crime stated that more
in the konkan region in Maharashtra? 2. This project is envisaged to mimic a Woman were murdered in their work
1. It will boost tourism industry by volcanic eruption. place as compared to their homes.
allowing cruise ships to dock at the 3. Indian Meteorological Department is Which of the statements given above
harbour. the nodal agency for this project. is/are correct?
2. It will prevent coastal erosion. Which of the statement given above (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
3. It will help fisherman to catch fish is/are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
even in adverse conditions (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 67. Consider the following statements:
Select the correct answer using the code (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only 1. Asia Pacific Economic Forum (APEC) is
given below: an economic groupings of countries
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 63. Consider the following statements surrounding pacific ocean including
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 about agroforestry:
India.
1. It has the potential of increasing food
2. Pacific Ocean Alliance is started as an
59. Consider the following statements production while
initiative by APEC to capitalize the
about Central Road and Infrastructure simultaneously reducing agriculture‘s
under explored ocean economy.
Fund (CRIF): footprint on the environment.
1. This fund operates under the Ministry 2. India became the world's first country
is/are correct?
of Road Transport and Highways. to adopt a comprehensive
2. Revenue generated under this agroforestry policy.
mechanism through a cess is used for 3. It has the potential to reduce poverty
creation of social and malnutrition, along with 68. Consider the following statements
infrastructure, including conservation of wildlife and soil. regarding biogeochemical cycle.
educational institutions and medical Which of the statements given above are 1. Biogeochemical cycles helps in flow of
colleges. correct? nutrients only from abiotic to biotic
Which of the statements given above (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only factors present in an ecosystem.
is/are correct? (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. Example of such cycles includes both
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Water cycle and Nitrogen cycle.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 64. Consider the following statements Choose the correct statements by using
with reference to Lead: the code given below.
60. If Hornbills are placed under Schedule- 1. Lead is a poisonous material which (a) Only 1
I of Wild Life Protection act-1972, what can impair human nervous system (b) Only 2
are the likely implications? with extremely low amount of (c) Both 1 and 2
1. It enjoys the same protection as that exposure. (d) None of the above
of a Fishing Cat. 2. The manufacture, trade, import or 69. Consider the following about NASA’s
2. It can be hunted only with the order export of paints containing even OSIRIS-REx Mission
of Chief Wildlife warden. slight traces of lead is banned in India. 1. The mission will help scientists
Select the correct answer using the code 3. A person can be exposed to lead by investigate how planets formed and
given below: touching paints on wall, or while how life began.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only walking on leaded paint chips. 2. As planned the spacecraft will return
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the statements given above are a sample to Earth in 2023.
correct? 3. OSIRIS-REx is a part of NASA's New
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(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Frontiers Program.

1. All the nitrogen accumulated in (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3 Which of the given statements are
biomass, detritus and humus in
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various ecosystems is derived from 65. Which among the following (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3
the atmosphere. organization releases Global Energy
(c) 1 and 2 (d) 1, 2, and 3
2. No native rocks contain nitrogen. Architecture Performance Index?
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70. Wavelength is an important concept in 3. Meerut Conspiracy trial gained 1. It has been developed by the CSIR-
physics. Consider the following attention and sympathy of Nationalist Central Mechanical Engineering
statements regarding it- leaders. Research Institute (CSIR-CMERI)
1. Each wave has a certain shape and Choose the correct statements using the 2 The Solar Power Tree harnesses solar
length code given below energy for producing electricity with
2. The wavelength of UV radiation is (a) 1 and 3 (b) 2 and 3 an innovative vertical arrangement of
shorter than violet light (c) 1 and 2 (d) All of the solar cells.
Which of the above sentence/s are true? above 3. It reduces the requirement of land as
(a) Only 1 compared to conventional Solar
(b) Only 2 75. During fasting in what sequence are Photovoltaic layout.
(c) Both 1 and 2 the following organic compounds are 4. Currently the cultivable land cannot be
(d) None of the above generally used by the body? utilized for solar energy harnessing
(A) First fats, followed by carbohydrates along with farming at the same time
71. Which of the given statements are lastly proteins due to the size of the canopy.
correct? (B) First carbohydrates, followed by fats Choose the current statement.
1. Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by a lastly proteins (a) 2 and 3 (b) 1
Protozoan. (C) First fats, followed by proteins lastly and 2
2. TB can attack any part of the body carbohydrates (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
such as the kidney, spine, and brain. (D) First proteins, followed by
Code carbohydrates lastly fats 80. Consider the following sentences.
(a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 1. India’s first insurance policy covering
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 76. Consider the following statements and public liability to an atomic power
choose the correct one/s plant operator has been issued to
72. Match the following columns 1. One of the most serious water Nuclear Power Corporation of India
Column I Column II pollutants are the disease causing Ltd (NPCIL)
a. Air-borne 1. Tetanus agents called pathogens 2. The policy complies with almost all the
b. Water-borne 2. Tuberculosis 2. Amount of oxygen required by provisions of the Civil Liability for
c. Sexual Contact 3. Cholera bacteria to break down the organic Nuclear Damage Act.
d. Wound 4. Syphilis matter, is called Biochemical Oxygen 3. The insurance policy was issued by the
Code: - Demand (BOD). country’s largest non-life insurer, the
A b c d Code: Oriental Insurance Company Ltd.
(A) 2 3 1 4 (a) Only 1 Which of the above sentences are true?
(B) 2 3 4 1 (b) Only 2 (a) 1 and 3 (b) 1 and 2
(C) 3 2 4 1 (c) Both 1 and 2 (c) 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3
(D) 4 3 2 1 (d) None of the above
82. Consider the following statements 77. A mother of blood group O has a group
about Monkey Pox virus. 1. All proceedings in the Supreme Court
O child, the father could be of blood and in every high court are to be in
1. It is an orthopoxvirus that causes a
group the English language only but state
viral disease with symptoms in
(a) A or B (b) AB Only legislature can authorize use of any
humans similar, but milder, to those
seen in smallpox patients. (c) O Only (d) A or B or O other official language of state.
2. It is endemic in villages of South East 2. The authoritative texts of all bills, acts,
Asia. 78. Consider the following statements and
ordinances, orders, rules, regulations
Which of the statements given above mark the correct one/ones?
and bye-laws at the Central and state
is/are correct? 1. A cockroach has small openings on
levels are to be published only in
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only the side of its body which is called
English but Governor can prescribe
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 spiracles.
the use of any language other than
2. Insects have a network of air tubes
english.
74. Consider the following statements called tracheae for gas exchange.
regarding left movement in India. Code:
is/are incorrect?
1. In Taskhent M. N. Roy announced the (a) Only 1
formation of the Communist Party of (b) Only 2
India. (c) Both 1 and 2
2. Both Meerut and Peshawar (d) None of the above
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82.Consider the following cases:

conspiracy were organised after the
1. In a scheduled area of Rajasthan there
formal establishment of Communist 79. Consider the following statements
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Party Of India. regarding the ‘Solar Power Tree’.
consumption of intoxicant. The Gram
Sabha of that scheduled area has the
power to regulate the same but it
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must be coherent with law or policies Select the correct answer using the code 89. With reference to ‘Habeas Corpus’
of the Rajasthan government. given below: consider the following statements:
2. Maharashtra government proposed (a) 2 and 4 only (b) 2, 3, and 4 only 1. It is a bulwark of individual liberty
to build an irrigation project in a (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4 against arbitrary detention.
scheduled area, which involves 2. It can be issued only against public
acquisition of land, Gram Sabha of 86. In context of the Emergency Provisions authorities.
that concerned area is the highest of the Indian constitution, consider the 3. It is not issued, if one journalist is
authority to approve this project. following statements: detained for contempt of legislature.
Which of the instances given above stand 1. During President Rule, Parliament can Which of the statements given above are
valid with respect to the Panchayat allow any authority specified by the correct?
(Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, President to make provisions for (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
1996? states. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. During Financial emergency all the
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 bills including money bills of state are 90. Consider the following statements:
considered and passed by the 1. As per the constitution of India, Hindi
83. Consider the following statements parliament only. is the official language of the Union.
about the Goods and Services Tax: 2. Exchequer of India is controlled by 2. The constitution of India clearly
1. GST is collected at point of Sale and it CAG when President of India declares specifies different official language
is like a last-point retail tax. financial emergency. for different states.
2. Medical services are outside the 4. National Emergency can be limited to 3. The official language of J& K is
purview of GST. a specified part of the India. Kashmiri.
3. E-way (electronic way) bill under GST Which of the statements given above are Which of the statements given above
is a good example of ‘Departmental correct? is/are correct?
Policing (a) 2 and 4 only (b) 1 and 4 only (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
Model’. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (c) 1 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above (d) All of the above
is/are correct? 87. Which of the following Directive
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only Principles are influenced by Gandhian 91. Consider the following statements
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 ideals? 1. The states in India have no right to
1. To promote voluntary formation, territorial integrity.
84. Consider the following statements: autonomous functioning, democratic 2. The Parliament can change the area,
1. When the offices of both the Speaker control and professional boundaries or name of any state by a
and the Deputy Speaker fall vacant management of co-operative special majority.
then members of the Lok Sabha can societies. 3. Both the Centre and the States in
select senior most member to preside 2. To make provision for just and India can initiate an amendment of
over its proceedings. humane conditions of work and the constitution.
2. Speaker or chairman decides on maternity relief. Which of the statements given above
questions as to disqualifications of 3. To organize village panchayats and is/are correct?
members of the Parliament, in endow them with necessary powers. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only
consultation with the Election 4. To secure education and to public (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Commission. assistance in cases of unemployment,
Which of the statements given above old age, sickness and disablement. 92. Which of the following were
is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code introduced by the 44th Constitutional
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only given below. Amendment Act?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only 1. External aggression
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4 2. Armed rebellion
85. Which of the following Fundamental 3. Cabinet
Rights are not granted to the citizens 88.Consider the following statements Select the correct answer using the code
alone? regarding ‘Vehicle Scrapping Policy’: given below.
1. Prohibition of discrimination on 1. The policy proposed a mandatory cap (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or of 20 years on the life of all (c) 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only
place of birth. commercial vehicles.
2. Equality before law and equal 2. The policy aims to reduce the 93. Which of the following pairs arenot
correctly matched?
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3. Equality of opportunity in matters of the roads. Cases - Supreme Court Ruling
public employment. Which of the statements given above 1. Berubari Union case (1960)-Preamble
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4. Protection in respect of conviction for is/are correct? is a part of the Constitution

offences. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
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2. Maneka Gandhi Case (1978) - 97. With regard to prevention of cruelty to 1. Consider the following statements
Asserted the constitutional right to animals and Animal Welfare Board of about a particular dance form:
personal liberty India (AWBI), consider the following 1. It is a dance and drama developed in
3. Kesavananda Bharti Case (1973)- statements: the monasteries of Assam.
Doctrine of basic structure 1. AWBI is a statutory advisory body 2. It may start with an invocation to the
4. Golaknath Case (1967)- Fundamental created under the Wildlife Protection deity, Krishna or Rama.
Rights can be abridged Act 1972. 3. It has been propagated by the saint
Select the answer using the code given 2. Prevention of Cruelty to Animals as a and reformer Shankaradeva.
below. subject is placed under the State List Identify the correct answer with the help
(a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only of the Constitution of India. of above statements?
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Which of the statements given above (a) Bagarumba (b) Jhumair
is/are correct? (c) Sattriya (d) Bhortal
94. With reference to the Right to (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Information (RTI) Act, consider the (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Consider the following statements:
following statements: 1. The QutubMinar has been built on
1. It extends to whole of India except the 98. Consider the following statements the same structure after destroying
state of Jammu and Kashmir. about Prasar Bharati the Hindu and Jain temples.
2. The Central Governemnt can remove 1. It is a statutory body 2. There is complete absence of use of
any information commissioner on a 2. It is an autonomous body marbles in QutubMinar.
proved misbehavior. 3. It comprises of All India Radio and 3. Owing to its Persian design, the
3. The RTI Act’s aim is to create a Doordarshan. Chand Minar is completely built by
grievance redressal mechanism. 4. It’s Chairman and other members are Iranian workers.
Which of the statement given above appointed by the President. Which of the statements given above are
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above not correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only is/are correct? (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 3 and 4 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
95.With reference to the powers of the
President mentioned in Indian
99. Consider the following statements about Vijayanagar Empire:
constitution, Consider the following
about 14th Finance Commission: 1. Krishna Deva Raya had developed
statements:
1. The commission has done away with best navy of his time.
1. It includes the power to dissolve the
the distinction between special and 2. Village self-government was weak in
parliament.
general category states. this period.
2. President can appoint a commission
2. It has also recommended doing away 3. Deva Raya-II constructed a dam
to investigate into the conditions of
with plan and non-plan distinction in across Tungabhadra.
SCs, STs and other backward classes.
revenue expenditure of state 4. Vijayanagar rulers hired Muslims in
3. President's prior recommendation is
governments. their army.
necessary for the introduction of a
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above are
money Bill.
is/are correct? correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
is/are correct?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 4 only
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
100.Consider the following statements: 4. With reference to ‗Northern Black
96. Consider the following statements 1. The property of Centre is exempted Polished Ware (NBPW), consider the
with reference to the Article 32: from all taxes imposed by a state. following statements:
1. Parliament can empower any other 2. The property and income of a state is 1. It is a hard, wheel made, metallic
court to issue directions, orders and exempted from Central taxation. looking ware with a shiny black
writs of all kinds for the enforcement 3. The property and income of local surface
of the fundamental rights. authorities situated within a state are 2. It was found in abundance overentire
2. The President cannot suspend the exempted from the Central taxation. subcontinent.
right to move in any court for the Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above
enforcement of the fundamental is/are correct? is/are correct?
rights. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (a) 1 only
3. It guarantees the enforcement of all (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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(b) 2 only
constitutional rights. (c) Both 1 and 2
Which of the statements given above Test - 85 (d) None of the above
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is/are incorrect?
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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5. Arrange the following in correct (b) 2, 3 and 5 only 3. Elephanta caves were excavated out
chronological order according to their (c) 1, 2 and 4 only of solid basalt rock.
period of construction: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 and 5 Which of the statement given above are
1. Kailash Temple, Ellora correct?
2. Gangaikondacholapuram 10. With reference to the Itmad-ud- (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1and 3 only
3. Dashavatara Temple daula's Tomb, consider the following (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
4. Brihadiswara temple statements: 15. Which of the following statements
Select the correct answer using the code 1. The tomb is built entirely in white about Caste system of early medieval
given below. marble. period is/are correct?
(a) 2-4-3-1 (b) 3-1-4-2 2. It was built by Shah Jahan in the 1. If a higher caste male married a low
(c) 1-2-4-3 (d) 3-4-1-2 memory of MumtazMahal's father. caste female, offspring will get caste
3. The mausoleum was not a charbagh name of the mother.
6. Which of the following characterizes style architecture 2. Caste system was very rigid.
the people of Palaeolithic? Which of the statements given above 3. All the Rajput clans traced their
1. They learnt how to grow wheat and is/are correct? ancestry from either Solar or Lunar
rice. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only families.
2. They were familiar with the use of fire. (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Select the correct answer using the code
3. They made most of the tools from given below.
limestone. 11. What were Tirumurais? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Select the correct answer using the code (a) A unit of village administration under (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only
given below: cholas
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (b) Tamil translation of fifth Veda 16.Consider the following statements:
(c) 1 and 3 only (d)1, 2 and 3 (c) Court scholars of Cholas 1. Trade guilds consisted of people from
(d) Collection of writings of Nayanars Vaishya caste only
7. With reference to cultural history of 2. In course of time, older shrenis
India during Stone Age, consider the 12. Rig Vedic time had distinct emerged as sub-castes
following statements: names/terms for many entities. Match Which of the statements given above
1. Settlements of people were the below given terms with their is/are correct with respect to Trade guilds
concentrated mostly near hilly areas. correct meaning. of early medieval period?
2. There was surplus food production as Term Meaning (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
cultivation started during Neolithic 1. Gopa a. King (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
period. 2. Duhir b. Wealthy person
3. During Neolithic age some of the 3. Gomat c. Daughter 17.The Rig Vedic government was tribal in
important crops were rice, wheat and 4. Govala d. Buffalo Code: nature with strong military element.
barley. (a) 1-a, 2-c, 3-b, 4-d Which of the following statements
Which of the statements given above (b) 1-c, 2-d, 3-b, 4-a is/are true in this regard?
is/are correct? (c) 1-b, 2-a, 3-c, 4-d 1. Gramanis were the heads of fighting
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (d) 1-a, 2-c, 3-d, 4-b hordes as well as families
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. Army was contributed by some tribes
13. Consider the following statements to the king in case of war
8. With reference to the Manuscripts about Khajuraho temple complex: 3. Territorial administration was not
consider the following statements: 1. All the temples of this complex were prevalent in Rig Vedic time
1. These scripts dealt only with religious made of Sandstone. Select the correct answer using the code
practices to be followed. 2. The complex host Hindu, Jaina, given below.
2. These scripts were written in Prakrit Buddha as well as tantric temples. (a) 1 only
language. 3. Lakshmana temple of khajuraho (b) 2 and 3 only
Select the correct answer using the code depicts image of a Chaturmukh (c) 1 and 3 only
given below: Vishnu. (d) None of the above
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above are
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 correct? 18. Consider the following statements
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only with reference to Bibi ka Maqbara of
9. Which of the sites mentioned below (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Aurangabad.
are related to Palaeolithic period? 1. It is a tomb made by Aurangazeb's
1. Hunsgi 2. Bhimbetka 14. Consider the following statements son in the memory of his mother.
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3. Chirand 4. Kurnool caves 1. Ellora caves are among the largest 2. This mausoleum is a replica of the
5. Mahagara rock-cut caves across the globe. famous TajMahal.
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Select the correct answer using the code 2. Ajanta Caves are prominent example 3. The entire mausoleum is made of
given below: of Jain Caves. white marbles only.
(a) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only
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Which of the statements given above are Which of the statements given above 27. Consider the following statements
correct? is/are correct? regarding Koppen Classification of
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only Climate Regions:
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3 (c) 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only 1. Its climate boundaries are based on
the type of vegetation found in the
19. Consider the following statements: 23. Consider the following statements region.
1. Buddhism had totally ceased to exist with respect to peninsular plateau: 2. Climate of Coramandel coast is
in Bengal by the end of 14th Century. 1. The peninsular plateau has a general experiences climate similar to
2. Muzaffar Shah, the founder of elevation from West to East. Mumbai despite being part of
independent Gujarat Kingdom 2. The largest concentration of minerals Peninsular Plateau
hadRajput lineage. occurs in western-most part of Which of the statements given above
3. Ahmedabad was founded in late 14th peninsular plateau. is/are correct?
century by Ahmad Shah-I. Which of the statements given above (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 28. Which of the following pairs is/are
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 correctly matched?
24. Consider the following statements Type of Plateau - Location
20. Gupta period is marked by high literary with reference to the forest fire: 1. Peidmont - Appalachian
and artistic achievements. In this 1. It is mainly man-made disaster in Mountains
context consider the following India. 2. Flood basalt - Bolivian Plateau
statements 2. Recently the forest survey of India 3. Intermontane - Colombia Plateau
1. The plays of the period contain launched a large forest fire Select the correct answer using the code
depiction of tragedies of the monitoring programme for sending given below:
prevailing society and many have quick alerts. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 only
tragic ending. Which of the statements given above (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. Linguistic discrimination based on is/are correct?
class of the characters. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 29. Consider the following statements:
3. Amarakosa was written by (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. Trellis drainage pattern is formed
amarsimha, a luminary in the Court of when the primary tributaries of main
Chandragupta-II. 25. Consider the following statements rivers flow perpendicular to each
Which of the statements given above are about India State of Forest Report other.
correct? 2017: 2. Loktak lake in Manipur is an example
(a) 1 and 2 only 1. Madhya Pradesh has the largest of Centripetal drainage pattern.
(b) 1 and 3 only forest cover in the country in terms of Which of the statements given above
(c) 2 and 3 only percentage with respect to total is/are correct?
(d) All of the above geographical area. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
2. The increase in forest cover in open (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
21. Consider the following statements forest is followed by increase in very
about Protostar: dense forest (VDF). 30. Consider the following statements
1. It is the phase of star before it enters Which of the statements given above with reference to the Endogenic
into the main sequence phase. is/are correct? Processes in context of geomorphic
2. An object can be considered a (a) 1 only (b) 2 only process:
protostar as long as material is still (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. The energy for endogenic processes
falling inward. is generated mostly from radioactivity
Which of the statements given above 26. Consider the following pairs: and solar radiations.
is/are correct? Glaciers - Mountain Range 2. The endogenic forces are largely
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. Siachen - Karakoram Range uniform in nature; hence tectonically
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Zemu – Pir Panjal Range controlled original crustal surface is
3. Satopanch - Kanchenjunga-Everest mostly even.
22. Consider the following statements region Which of the statements given above
about Terrestrial planets: 4. Gangotri - Kumaon Garhwal region is/are correct?
1. Terrestrial planets also have Which of the pairs given above are (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
secondary atmospheres due to comet (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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correctly matched?
impacts. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only
2. Terrestrial planets also carry planetary (c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1 and 4 only 31. Consider the following statements:
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ring systems. 1. In India, the major source of Lignite is

3. Kepler Space mission had found Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan where coal
Terrestrial extrasolar planet. is almost absent.
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2. The lignite is characterised by the (c) 1 only and it is based on no permission no
high moisture content, low ash (d) None of the above take off‘ policy.
content and low heating value. Which of the statements given above
3. Lignite is used in thermal power 36. Consider the following statements is/are correct?
plants providing an alternative with respect to Insider Trading: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
important source of energy in India. 1. It is a practice wherein trade of a (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the statements given above company's securities is undertaken by
is/are correct? people who have access to the 40. Consider the following statements
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 only otherwise non public information. with respect to Inverted Duty
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. Insider trading can be illegal or legal structure:
depending on when the insider 1. It is a situation where export duty on
32. Which of the following are makes the trade. finished goods is low compared to
characteristics of the hydroponics? 3. Insider trading in India is basically the export duty on raw materials that
1. More use of pesticides. determined by RBI laws. are used in the production of such
2. Capital intensive. Which of the statements given above finished goods.
3. Less water utilization. is/are correct? 2. The objective is to make domestic
4. Requirement of trained skilled labour. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only industry more competitive against
Select the correct answer using the code (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only foreign industry.
given below. Which of the statements given above
(a) 3 and 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only 37. Consider the following statements is/are correct?
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only with reference to Capital Adequacy (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Ratio (CAR): (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
33. Consider the following statements: 1. It is the ratio of a bank‘s capital in
1. The Western Ghats is extended to the relation to its risk weighted assets and 41. Which of the following schemes have
five states in India. current liabilities. been launched with the prime
2. Recently the union government has 2. It is decided by central bank of the objective of Financial Inclusion?
decided to declare the entire Western country, to prevent commercial banks 1. Indian Postal Payments Banks
Ghats as the Eco- sensitive Area to from taking excess leverage. 2. MUDRA scheme
protect its pristine ecosystem. 3. Under Basel III, the minimum capital 3. Standup India
Which of the statements given above adequacy ratio that banks must 4. Universal Basic Income
is/are correct? maintain is 9%. Select the correct answer using the code
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above given below.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
34. Consider the following statements (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
with respect to different types of rocks: 42. Consider the following statements
1. About three-fourth of Earth‘s Surface 38. Which of the following better explains with respect to Shell Companies:
is covered with sedimentary rocks, Kuznet curve? 1. It is a corporate entity without
while these rocks make up only 5 (a) Establishes relationship between significant assets.
percent of volume of the Earth‘s crust. economic growth and Human capital 2. In India, Shell companies derive their
2. The rocks undergo a cycle of formation. definition from Companies act.
conversion, where all of them change (b) Shows relationship between 3. It is created for the purpose of
to another form within a period of economic growth and employment diverting money or for money
time. generation. laundering.
Which of the statements given above (c) Economic growth initially leads to Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? greater inequality, followed later by is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only reduction of inequality. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (d) There is a constant and positive (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
relationship between economic
35. Which of the following will be growth and inequality. 43. Consider the following statements
completely eliminated by the with reference to the Non Banking
introduction of Bharat Stage (BS) VI? 39. Consider the following statements Financial Company (NBFC):
1. Sulphur with reference to the Digital Sky 1. NBFCs form the part of the payment
Platform, which was in news: and settlement system.
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2. Nitrogen oxides
3. PM 2.5 1. It is a national digital unmanned air 2. It can accept demand deposit but
Select the correct answer using the code traffic management platform for cannot issue cheques drawn on itself.
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given below. regulating drones in India. 3. It must be registered with Reserve

(a) 3 only 2. It provides Unique Identification Bank of India (RBI).
(b) 2 and 3 only Number (UIN) for every registration
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4. Chit funds are regulated by the Which of the statements given above 52. Consider the following statements
respective state government. is/are correct? with reference to Carbon
Which of the statements given above (a) 1 only (b) 3 only Sequestration:
is/are not correct? (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only 1. It is the technique of storing carbon
(a) 1 and 4 only (b) 4 only in plants, soils, geologic formations,
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only 48. Which of the following is correct about and the ocean either naturally or
J-curve‘ effect in Balance of Payment? through anthropogenic sources.
44. Consider the following statements 2. Amazon forests are the largest carbon
(a) It shows the relation between the
with respect to Securities Transaction
effect of capital convertibility on sink of the world.
tax (STT):
exchange rate and current account 3. With increasing temperature, the
1. It is levied on purchase and sale of
deficit. ability to absorb carbon by the ocean
securities that are listed on the Indian
(b) Economic development initially leads increases.
stock exchanges.
to a deterioration in the environment, Which of the statements given above
2. The rate of STT that is deducted is
but after a certain level of economic is/are correct?
determined by the central
growth, a society begins to improve (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
government.
its relationship with the environment. (c) 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only
3. It is a single rate that prevails for all
(c) Observed in trade balances as initially
types of transactions and securities.
worsening trade balance, leading to 53. Consider the following statements
recovery of trade to a higher level. with respect to Graded Response
is/are correct? Action Plan (GRAP) of the government:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only 1. At present it has been prepared for
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 the Delhi and NCR region only.
about currency derivatives: 2. It comprises of the graded measures
45. Which of the following is correct about for each source framed according to
1. It is used to hedge against currency
the demand curve AB?
movements. the Air Quality Index (AQI) categories.
(a) Elasticity of demand is zero at every
2. It is regulated by Forward Markets 3. The responsibility of implementing
point of the demand curve.
Commission. the GRAP lies with Environment
(b) Elasticity of demand is equal to one at
Which of the statements given above Pollution (Prevention and Control)
every point of the demand curve.
is/are correct? Authority (EPCA).
(c) Elasticity of demand is either less than
1 or greater than 1.
(d) Elasticity of demand can‘t be
determined. 50. Consider the following statements
(c) 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3
about Regional Rural Banks (RRBs):
46. Consider the following statements 1. RRBs were established on the
about Phillips Curve: recommendation of Narasimham
1. It is a joint venture of three states
1. It establishes a direct relationship Committee on Rural credit.
Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya
between rate of employment and 2. State has the larger share in RRBs.
Pradesh.
inflation. 3. It doesn‘t require to maintain capital
2. The canal project would help farmers
2. Phillips curve fails to justify the adequacy ratio as mentioned by RBI.
of both Mirzapur and Allahabad with
situation of stagflation. Which of the statements given above
the irrigation sector receiving a huge
boost.
is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
3. It had been first conceptualized about
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
four decades ago.
51. Consider the following statements: Identify the irrigation project with the
1. LEED-INDIA is a Green Building help of above statements:
Rating System developed by Ministry (a) Sharda Canal Project
with reference to the Commercial
Paper (CP): of Environment, Forest and Climate (b) Bansagar Canal Project
1. It is a short term debt instrument Change. (c) Western Gandak Canal
issued by companies to raise fund 2. Energy Performance Index developed (d) Madhya Ganga Project
generally for a time period of up to by Indian Green Building Council is
one year. also considered while deciding rating 55. Consider the following statements:
under LEED system. 1. All the five species of sea turtles in
2. Commercial Papers are preferred over
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Which of the statements given above India are protected under Schedule-I
bond because of its lower rate of
is/are correct? of WildLife Protection act-1972.
interest repayment than latter.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. Gahirmatha was declared as a Wild
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(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Life Sanctuary under the provisions of
credit rating from Security and
Biodiversity act-2002 to protect the
Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for
issuance of CPs.
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nesting and breeding habitat of the 2. The applicability of these rules is 2. Maize, finger millet, pearl millet and
Olive Ridley. limited to electrical and electronic sorghum, that consume less water per
Which of the statements given above end products. tonne and are more nutritious, could
is/are correct? 3. Manufacturers have been relieved be a replacement for rice.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only from the responsibility of collecting Which of the statements given above
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 e-waste generated during the is/are correct?
manufacturing of any electronic (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
56. Consider the following statements: equipment. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. A flagship species can be best Which of the statements given above
described as an organism whose is/are correct?
with reference to the Wetland
population has drastically decreased (a) 1 only (b) 3 only Ecosystem:
in the last few years. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. It is considered as the transition
2. The flagship species helps to raise the
ecosystem.
revenue for the conservation of the 60. Consider the following statements
2. It is considered as a reservoir of
ecosystem as well. with reference to the STA-1 status
biodiversity and provides shoreline
3. The Asian elephant is both a flagship granted to India by US:
stabilization and storm protection.
species and a keystone species. 1. It is basically a tax and duty
3. It is a major habitat for most of the
Which of the statements given above exemption mechanism.
world‘s water birds and key habitat
is/are correct? 2. It will facilitate India in import of
for migratory species.
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only cutting edge defense technology
(c) 2 only (d) 1 and 2 only from US.
is/are correct?
3. India is the only south Asian country
57. Consider the following statements to get this coveted status and get at
(c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
about Alley Cropping Practice: par with NATO countries like
1. It is a type of agroforestry practice. Australia, Japan and South Korea. 65. A special unit of the Odisha Police has
2. The alley cropping practice reduces Which of the statements given above launched a drive to bust an
the competition for is/are correct? international syndicate that peddles
nutrients compared to the mono (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only Indian pangolin, one of the world's
cropping system. (c) 2 only (d) 1 and 2 only most illegally traded mammals.
3. One of the prerequisite for Alley Consider the following statements
about Indian Pangolin:
cropping is a good rainfall. 61. Dhangars were recently seen in the
news. They are: 1. It is a critically endangered species
(a) Aboriginal tribe living in Rajasthan under IUCN list
is/are correct?
and Gujarat. 2. It is listed in Schedule I of Wildlife
(b) Shepherd community of western (Protection) Act, 1972
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Maharshtra. 3. It is threatened by hunting for its
(c) Himalayan Musk Deer Endangered meat and for various body parts used
with reference to the keystone species: under IUCN. in traditional medicine.
1. It helps to keep the population of (d) Indian aboriginal tribes of Andaman Which of the statements given above are
other species in check in an and Nicobar. correct?
ecosystem. (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
2. It has necessarily to be the most 62. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
abundant species in order to be with reference to the Captive Breeding: 66. Consider the following statements
called a keystone species. 1. It is an ex-situ conservation about particulate pollutants and
3. The sea star acts as the keystone technique. choose the correct one/s
species in the tidal plane ecosystem. 2. It is used to produce animals for 1. Mists are produced by particles of
Which of the statements given above are commercial purposes. spray liquids and by condensation of
correct? 3. It helps in preserving genetic vapours in air.
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only variability. 2. Lead interferes with the development
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above and maturation of red blood cells.
is/are correct? 3. Photochemical smog occurs in cool
59. Consider the following statements (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 3 only humid climate.
with reference to the e-Waste (c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Code:
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1. A new arrangement entitled, 63. Consider the following statements: (c) Only 2 (d) All of the above
Producer Responsibility Organisation‘ 1. Among all the cereals grown in India,
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(PRO) has been authorized to share rice consumes most water per tonne 67. ‘Science Express’ train was flagged off
the responsibility for collection and of output while delivering the least on a seven-month journey that covers
channelization of e-waste generated. nutrients like iron, zinc and protein. 68 stations across the country,
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including Agartala and Lumding in the (a) Regulates blood pressure Which of the statement/s given above
northeast, to spread awareness about - (b) Regulates heart rate is/are INCORRECT?
(a) To spread awareness about climate (c) Regulates digestive tract motility (a) Only 1 (b) 2 and 3
change (d) All of the above (c) 1 and 3 (d) All of the above
(b) To spread awareness about scientific
temperament 73. Consider the following statements 78. Which among the following are
(c) To spread awareness about scientific regarding Bioinformatics. correct?
achievement in India 1. It is the application of computational 1. Chloroplast are scattered outside the
(d) Both b and c and statistical techniques to the field cytoplasm.
of molecular biology 2. Chloroplasts are green colored
68. Consider the following statements. 2. Bioinformatics can help in drug plastids.
1. Mitochondria are known as the design for the cure of cancer and 3. Nucleolus is present in nucleus.
powerhouses of the cell. similar diseases. Code:
2. Vacuoles are also called suicide bags. 3. It will help in predicting Protein (a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3
3. Lysosomes are a kind of waste structure and their function. (c) 2 and 3 (d) All of the above
disposal system of the cell. Which of the statements given above are
Which among the following is/are correct 79. In which of the following cases Convex
correct? (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 mirror will be used
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) Only 2 (d) All of the above 1. Torches, search lights and vehicle
(c) 1 and 3 (d) All of the above head lights
74. Consider the following statements 2. Rear view mirrors in vehicles
69. Match the following list. about Amoeba. 3. By dentists to see teeth image
1 Cartosat-2 A. Indian earth 1. It keeps on changing its shape. Code:
observation satellite 2. Amoeba is a single cellular organism. (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3
2 INS-2B B. Isronano satellites to Which among the following is/are (c) Only 1 (d) Only 2
demonstrate correct?
technologies for the (a) Only 1 80. Consider the following statements and
future (b) Only 2 choose the correct one/s
3 Lemur-2 C. Weather tracking by (c) Both 1 and 2 1. With both eyes we can have a field
the US space start-up (d) None of the above view of 180 degrees and with one eye
Spire Systems only upto 90 degrees.
Code: 75. Consider the following statements 2. As our eyes are separated by a few
(a) 1-A, 2-B, 3- C (b) 1-B, 2-A, 3- C regarding Kepler's law of Planetary centimetres, each eye sees a slightly
(c) 1-A, 2-C, 3- B (d) 1-C, 2-B, 3- A motion different image
1. It states that the orbit of a planet is an Code:
70. which among the following can lead to ellipse with the Sun at one of the foci. (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2
astigmatism: 2. According to it line joining the planet (c) both 1 and 2 (d) None of above
(a) The eye is too long and the Sun sweep equal areas in all
(b) The eye is too short circumstances. 81. With reference to Zonal councils,
(c) The cornea or lens is irregularly 3. Through this theory Kepler could consider the following statements:
shaped explain the motion of planets. 1. Zonal council has been accorded the
(d) The retina becomes detached Choose the correct statement using the constitutional status recently.
code given below. 2. Prime Minister is the Chairman of the
71. Consider the following statements (a) 1 and 2 Zonal council.
about asexual reproduction. (b) Only 1 3. Zonal council promotes emotional
1. In asexual reproduction offspring (c) 2 and 3 integration of the country.
arise from a single parent. (d) All of the above Which of the statements given above
2. The offspring will be the exact genetic is/are correct?
copies of the parent 76. India’s first ever training center for (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
3. Binary fission and budding are two excellence for differently abled is in- (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
different methods of asexual (a) New Delhi (b) Punjab
reproduction. (c) Gujarat (d) Maharashtra 82. Consider the following statements
4. Budding is found in yeast and hydra. with reference to protection of Life and
77. Consider the following statements. personal Liberty enshrined in Part III of
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Which among the following are correct?

(a) 1,2 and 3 (b) 2,3 and 4 1. Single cellular or uni-cellural animals do constitution of India:
(c) 1,3 and 4 (d) All of the above not excrete. 1. Right under this article is available to
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2. A tissue is a group of different cells both citizens and non-citizens.

72. which of the following is/are correct performing different functions.
regarding function of hypothalamus? 3. No cell is visible to naked eye.
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2. One can seek protection under this Which of the statements given above are not accused, but becomes an accused
article against arbitrary action of not correct? thereafter.
district magistrate. (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only 2. No conviction under any Ex-post-
3. One can’t seek protection under this (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 facto laws.
article against arbitrary action of 3. It grants protection to only accused
legislature. 86. Consider the following Indian citizens from arbitrary
Which of the statements given above 1. Dual Government punishment.
is/are correct? 2. Constitution may be written or Which of the statements given above
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 2 only unwritten is/are correct?
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 3 only 3. Flexible Constitution (a) 1 and 2 only
4. Independent judiciary (b) 1 and 3 only
83. Consider the following statements Which of the given above is/are the (c) 1, 2 and 3
with respect to the Council of provisions of a Federal system? (d) None of the above
Ministers: (a) 1 only
1. Cabinet Ministers head important and (b) 2 and 3 only 90. Consider the following statements
key ministries in the Central (c) 1 and 4 only about Inner Line Permit (ILP)
Government. (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only 1. It is issued by the concerned state
2. Deputy Minister is also an integral government.
part of Council of Ministers and given 87. Consider the following statements: 2. It is issued for travel purposes only.
independent charge of ministries or 1. The 91st Constitutional Amendment 3. It was introduced through Jawaharlal
department. Act fixed the number of council of Nehru’s five principles tribal policy.
3. Minister of State works under the minister excluding Prime minister to 4. Currently, the Inner Line Permit is not
overall supervision, guidance and 15% of the present strength of Lok operational in any of the states that
responsibility of the Cabinet Sabha. have sixth scheduled areas.
Ministers. 2. Minister from the Upper House of the Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above Parliament participating in a is/are correct?
is/are correct? proceeding in the Lower House of the (a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(a) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Parliament can also vote in specific (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 cases.
Which of the statements given above 91. Consider the following statements
84. Consider the following statements is/are correct? with regard to ‘Inter-State River Water
regarding Public Finance Management (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Disputes Act 1956’(ISRWD):
System: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. Adjudication of dispute between
1. It would help in tracking and Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir over
monitoring the flow of funds to the 88. With reference to Prime Minister (PM) river water can’t be done under the
implementing agencies of Central of India, consider the following act.
government only. statements. 2. The Parliament has the power to set
2. The Scheme aims at promoting 1. X was appointed as PM but could not up a Tribunal under ISRWD Act1956.
transparency and bringing about be elected from any house for 3. Supreme Court and any other court
tangible improvements in the overall consecutive six months therefore have no jurisdiction in matters
Central Government Financial same council of ministers will choose relating to water disputes which may
Management. another PM after six months. be referred to Tribunal under this Act.
Which of the following statements given 2. He is crisis manager-in-chief at the Which of the statements given above
above is/are correct? political level during elections. is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. Role of Indian Prime Minister can be (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 compared with UK Prime minister. (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Which of the above statements is/are
85. Consider the following statements incorrect? 92. With reference to Arbitration and
with reference to the Constitution of (a) 1 only (b) 3 only Conciliation, consider the following
India: (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 statements
1. The Preamble cannot be amended as 1. Law commission’s 246th report is
it is not a part of the Constitution. 89. Consider the following statements associated with Arbitration and
2. Fundamental rights under part III of with reference to the protection in Conciliation Act 1996.
constitution are solely negative in
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character. given under Part III of constitution of 1996 is not based on the UNCITRAL
3. The Fundamental Rights are meant India: Model Law on International
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for promoting the ideal of political 1. A person can claim protection if at the Commercial Arbitration
democracy. time he made the statement he was 3. The 1996 Act covers only domestic
arbitration and hence a recent
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international also. is/are correct?
Which of the statements given above (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. Consider the following statements
is/are correct? (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only with reference to Lokayatas:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 1. They believe that everything in the
(c) 1 only (d) 2 only 97. For which of the following a joint world is predetermined, so it is futile
sitting can be summoned?
to run behind salvation.
93.On which of the following grounds 1. Constitutional Amendment Bill
2. Ajita Kesakamblin is the philosopher
State can impose reasonable 2. Money Bill
attributed to Lokayata.
restrictions on the exercise of the 3. Financial Bill under Article 117
3. They don‘t believe in the life after
freedom of speech and expression? 4. Ordinary Bill
death.
1. Sovereignty and integrity of India Select the correct answer using the code
2. Contempt of court given below.
correct?
3. Defamation (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 4 only
4. Incitement to an offence (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
5. Health
Select the correct answer using the code 98. Consider the following statements
given below. with reference to the Article 143:
about All India Women's Conference
(a) 1 and 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only 1. Advice given by the Supreme Court to (AIWC):
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 the President is binding in nature. 1. It was founded in 1927 by Maharani
2. On any dispute arising out of any pre- Chimnabai Gaekwad and Margaret
94. Consider the following statement with constitutional treaty Supreme Court Cousins in Poona.
reference to the Preventive detention: may refuse to tender its advice to 2. It worked for the improvement of
1. The detention of a person cannot President. education and prevention of child
exceed three months. 3. Advisory jurisdiction in the marriage only among the Hindu
2. Article 22 authorizes the Parliament constitution has itssource in upper class society.
to prescribe the maximum period for Government of India Act 1935. 3. Gradually it was merged with the
which a person can be detained in any Which of the statements given above Indian National Congress and thus
classes of cases under a preventive is/are correct? helped expand its popular base till
detention law. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only independence.
Which of the statements given above (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 99. Consider the following cases with
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 reference to an ordinary bill:
1. If a bill is lapsed due to the dissolution
95. Consider the following statements. of Lok Sabha. 3. Consider the following events with
1. If a person is qualified to be elected 3. If a bill is pending for more than six reference to the Indian freedom
as President of India, he/she is months in a house when other house struggle:
automatically qualified to be elected has already passed it. 1. A plan according to which all
as Vice-President of India. In which of the situations given above, portfolios except the Defense would
2. Senior most member of Rajya Sabha joint sitting can be held? be held by the Indian Members
acts as a Chairperson of the house (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only 2. A mission with key objective to secure
when Vice-President acts as the (c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only Indian cooperation and support for
President of India. British War Efforts
Which of the statement given above 100.Consider the following statements 3. A conference of 21 Indian Political
is/are incorrect? regarding Parliamentary procedure: leaders was invited in June 1945 at
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. Privilege Motion is concerned with the Summer Capital of British
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 the breach of parliamentary privileges Government: Shimla
by a minister. 4. A plan aimed to discuss the transfer
96. Consider the following statements 3. Adjournment Motion can be of power from the British government
with respect to the Anti-Defection Law: introduced in both the houses to a to the Indian leadership, with the aim
1. It is mentioned in the 10th Schedule definite matter of urgent public of preserving India's unity and
of the Constitution of India. importance. granting it independence
2. It was introduced by the Janta party
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government after emergency. debate is allowed. chronological order:
3. The presiding officer can take up a Which of the statements given above
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defection case only on a complaint is/are correct? (c) 2-1-3-4 (d) 2-3-4-1
made by a member of the house. (a) 2 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
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4. Identify this female revolutionary 3. It provided for establishment of a (b) A digital credit tracking system
based on the following statements: two-tier federation. regarding bank‘s Priority Sector
1. She was the part of the Indian Which of the statements given above Lending record.
republican Army: Chittagong Branch is/are correct? (c) It is a system to track the interest
under the leadership of Surya Sen. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only subvention scheme provided to
2. She was arrested and sentenced to (c) 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only farmer.
the transportation of life after the (d) None of the above
Chittagong Raid in 1930s. 8. Consider the following statements
3. She later became the member of the about the Regional Comprehensive 12. Which of the following is/are correct
Communist Party of India after Economic Partnership: about Lee Commission (1923)?
independence. 1. It is a group comprising member (a) It was formed to study the ethnic
Code: countries of ASEAN and Asia pacific composition of the superior Indian
(a) Kalpana Dutta states only. public services of the government of
(b) Pritilata Waddedar 2. In a recent meeting it has adopted the India.
(c) Bina Das digital single market strategy plan. (b) The commission examined the
(d) Santi Ghosh Which of the statements given above recommendations of the islington
is/are correct? commission report (1912) and
5. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 only reviewed the existing position of two
about the socio-political scenario of (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 groups of services the All-India
India after the Civil Disobedience Services and the Central Services.
Movement: 9. The early 20th century witnessed the (c) Both A and B
1. Various political parties of landlords growth of militant nationalism in India. (d) None of the above
suffered a drastic decline. What were the factors responsible for 13. Certain events worth remembering
2. The left ideology became immensely it? happened during the struggle for
popular among the youth, the 1. There was disaffection among Indians Indian freedom. In this context
workers and peasants. with regard to the higher education consider the following events:
Which of the statements given above policy of the British. 1. August Offer
is/are correct? 2. The educated Indians became the 2. Individual Satyagrahas
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only best propagators and followers of 3. World War-II
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 militant nationalism. 4. Cripps Mission
3. The international sensation of Russian The correct chronological sequences of
6. By the end of 1940 Gandhi urged defeat by Japanese forces. the above events are:
masses to take up Individual Select the correct answer using the code (a) 1-2-3-4 (b) 4-2-1-3
Satyagraha. In this context what was given below: (c) 3-2-1-4 (d) 3-1-2-4
the primary objective of Individual (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
Satyagraha? (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 14. In India‘s freedom struggle, which
1. To assert India‘s stand against group was also known as the Red
participation in war. 10. Consider the following statements Shirts?
2. To prepare people for the next mass about the Congress Socialist Party: (a) The Trade Union members.
movement. 1. It was functioning outside the (b) The left Political parties.
3. To push social reforms in every congress and against congress (c) The Khudai Khidmadgars.
locality. ideology. (d) The industrial member groups.
4. To push religious reform in every 2. It tried to establish the dictatorship of
community. proletariat. 15. Consider the following statements
Select the correct answer using the code 3. They supported the Quit India with reference to the Govt. of India
given below. Movement and took a leading part in Act, 1947:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only organizing revolt of 1942. 1. It ended the British Rule in India and
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1 and 4 only Which of the statements given above declared India as an Independent
is/are correct? state
7. To devise a machinery to draw up the (a) 1 only 2. It fell short of giving legislative
constitution of Independent India, (b) 3 only powers to the Constituent Assembly
Cabinet Mission came to India. In this (c) 1, 2 and 3 3. It provided for the governance of
reference consider the following (d) None of the above each of the dominions by the Govt. of
statements: India Act of 1935
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11. Which of the following is correct about
India. Public Credit Registry? states to join any of the two
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2. Residuary subjects were vested in the (a) Wide-based digital system to capture dominions mandatorily
Union. details of all borrowers, including Which of the statements given above
wilful defaulters. is/are not correct?
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(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only 20. There was certain merits and demerits (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
(c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1 and 4 only of the Cabinet Mission Plan. In this (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
context consider the following
16. Consider the following statements: statements 25. Consider the following:
1. Ambedkar set up All India Anti 1. The democratic methods of deciding 1. Parking Sensor
untouchability League in 1932 for the communal issues by simple majority 2. Measuring water depths in oceans by
upliftment of the untouchables as per 2. Not only the muslim community but the Ships.
the Poona Pact. all the minorities were provided 3. Detecting flaws and cracks in metals
2. Mahatma Gandhi shifted to ample protection 4. Pre natal scanning
Satyagraha Ashram at Wardha in Which of the statements given above In which of the above cases, there is an
1933 after abandoning Sabarmati could be taken as merit of the plan? application of Sound waves?
Ashram and vowed not to return till (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 2 and 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
the annihilation of the untouchability. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
is/are correct? 21. Consider the following statements: 26. Consider the following statements:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. An asteroid is a small rocky body 1. The Earth orbits the sun due to the
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 orbiting the Jupiter. force of Gravitation.
2. When one asteroid smash the other 2. A sealed empty bottle doesn‘t sink in
17. Consider the following statements small pieces of the asteroid break off water-filled bucket because
with reference to the Swadeshi which are called comet. gravitational force doesn‘t acts on it.
Movement: Which of the statements given above 3. A spring held vertically, to which a
1. Emergence of communal politics was is/are correct? stone is tied at one end gets
one of the major consequences of the (a) 1 only (b) 2 only elongated due to the force of
movement. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 gravitation.
2. This movement lacked an effective Which of the statements given above are
organization and party structure. 22. Consider the following: correct?
3. Split of INC further galvanized the 1. Hilly and difficult terrain (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
movement as extremist participated 2. Strategic location along international (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
more in the movement. borders
Which of the statements given above 3. Non-viable nature of State finances 27. Which of the following are not
is/are correct? 4. High population density application of Indian Remote Sensing
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 5. States having ageing population Satellites?
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the criteria given above are used 1. Traffic studies
to give Special Category status to a state? 2. Mapping of forest fires
18. In which of the following sessions, (a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only 3. Volcanic eruption
Congress defined the meaning of (c) 3, 4 and 5 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only 4. Telecommunications
Swaraj for the first time? 5. Measuring vehicle emissions
(a) The Gaya Session 23. Which among the following best Select the correct answer using the code
(b) The Karachi Session characterizes Nebulae? given below.
(c) The Lahore Session (a) These are clouds of gases and dust (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 3, 4 and 5 only
(d) The Calcutta Session that occur in interstellar space. (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
(b) It is a place in space where gravity
19. Consider the following statements pulls so much that even light can not 28. Consider the following statements:
about the Indian Capitalist class during get out. 1. In our solar system the Asteroid Belt
the period of 1930‘s: (c) These are class of violently exploding is located in an area of space
1. They were afraid of the mass stars whose luminosity after eruption 2. between the orbits of Mars and Earth.
movements of civil disobedience. suddenly increases millions of times 2. OSIRIS-REx mission will travel to a
2. For the capitalist class the ultimate than its normal level. near-Earth asteroid called Bennu and
goal was having a definite (d) None of the above bring a small sample back to the Earth
constitutional arrangement. for study.
3. The active involvement of Indian 24. Consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above
capitalist class in national politics was 1. The rate of evaporation is invariant is/are correct?
a result of increasing socialist and left with surface area anomaly. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
wing members in congress. 2. The rate of evaporation is inversely
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Which of the statements given above proportional to humidity.
is/are correct? 3. An increase in wind speed leads to a 29. With reference to Mediterranean
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(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only decrease in rate of evaporation. Vegetation consider the following
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above statements:
is/are correct?
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1. It has thick barks and wax coated given below 2. Net National Product at factor cost is
leaves. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only the sum of income earned by all
2. These regions are marked for hot dry (c) 3 only (d) 2 only factors in the production in the form
summers and mild rainy winters. of wages, profits, rent and interest,
3. Cedar is an important variety of tree 34. Tropic of Cancer passes through which etc., belonging to a country during a
in this forest. of the following states year.
Which of the statements given above 1. Gujrat 2. 3. NNP is calculated by GNP minus
is/are correct? Madhya Pradesh Depreciation.
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 2 only 3. Odisha 4. Manipur Which of the statements given above are
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 5. Mizoram 6. Tripura correct?
Select the correct answer using code (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
30. Consider the following statements given below (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. Chambal, a tributary of Ganga (a) 1, 2, 5 and 6 only
emerges from glaciers present in (b) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 only 39. Consider the following statements
Uttarakhand. (c) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only with reference to BRICS:
2. River Gandak rises in Nepal (d) 1, 2, 4 and 6 only 1. The New Development Bank (NDB)
Himalayas. was established in Fortaleza
3. Narmada is one among those long 35.Consider the following statements declaration.
rivers that flow westwards. 1. India‘s climate has characteristics of 2. The Xiamen Declaration proposed to
Which of the statements given above tropical as well as subtropical create a new BRICS Credit rating
is/are correct? climates. Agency.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2. The Coriolis force is responsible for Which of the statements given above
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 deflecting winds towards the left in is/are correct?
the northern hemisphere. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
31. Consider the following statements Which of the statements given above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
about EL NINO is/are correct?
1. EL NINO is a name given to the (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 40. Consider the following statements
periodic development of a warm (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 with reference to Monetized Deficits:
ocean current along the coast of Peru. 1. It is that part of the deficit which is
2. The presence of it leads to weakening 36. The National Income is defined as financed solely by borrowing from
of the trade winds in the region. (a) Net National Product at market prices RBI.
Which of the statements given above - Net indirect taxes. 2. The monetized deficit is financed by
is/are correct? (b) Gross Domestic Product at market the short term borrowings only.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only prices- Net indirect taxes. 3. It has an inflationary impact on the
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) Net Domestic Product at market economy.
prices- Net indirect taxes. Which of the statements given above are
32. Consider the following statements: (d) Gross National Product+ correct?
1. International Seabed Authority (ISA) Depreciation. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
is a UN body set up to regulate the (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1,2 and 3
exploration of resources in 37. Consider the following statements:
international waters. 1. Personal Income is a part of the 41. Consider the following statements
2. India has got the right to mine national income which is received by 1. Real GDP is the value of GDP at
manganese nodules from the bed of Households. constant prices whereas Nominal
the Indian Ocean Basin. 2. Personal Income includes transfer GDP is the value of GDP at the current
3. Exploration of Ocean resources within payments. prevailing prices.
200 nautical miles of Exclusive 3. To know personal income, corporate 2. The ratio of real to nominal GDP is
Economic Zone requires concurrence tax is deducted but undistributed known as GDP Deflator.
of International institutions. profit is added. 3. GDP deflator includes the service
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above are sector, whereas WPI doesn‘t, for
is/are correct? correct? which former is a ideal index than
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only latter.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
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33. Which of the following pairs is/are 38. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
correct? Water fall Country 1. Gross National Product refers to all (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only
1. Angel Falls Colombia the economic output produced by a
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2. Niagara waterfall Canada nation‘s normal residents located 42. During the initial years of planning
3. Victoria Falls South Africa only within the national boundary. state played an extensive role in
Select the correct answer using the code promoting the industrial sector. Which
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of the following factors are primarily Which of the statements given above 3. It recommended setting up of an
responsible for this? is/are correct? asset reconstruction fund to take off
1. Inadequate capital availability with (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only bad debt and doubtful debts from
Indian industrialists (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 only balance sheet of banks at a discount.
2. Size of market was small Which of the statements given above are
3. Influence of USSR 46. Which one of the following gives the correct?
4. Lack of cheap and skilled labor force best description of Chiang Mai (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
5. Scarcity of natural resources Initiative Multilateralization‘? (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Select the correct answer using the code (a) Regional initiative for prevention of
given below. illegal wildlife trafficking in ASEAN 50. Consider the following statements
(a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (b) Multilateral Currency Swap regarding Universal Banking:
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 arrangement 1. It provides retail, wholesale and
(c) Regional Development Funding investment banking services under
43. Which of the following statements are mechanism within ASEAN one roof.
correct about Industrial Policy (d) Maritime security agreement in Indo- 2. Universal Banking in India was
Resolution 1956? Pacific region introduced by amendment to
1. In this industrial policy, public sector Banking (Regulation) Act, 1949.
was given priority which restricted 47. Consider the following statements 3. In India only entities/groups in the
participation of private sector. with respect to Ayushman Bharat: private sector, entities in the public
2. This policy was used for promoting 1. Beneficiaries under the scheme are sector and non-banking financial
industry in backward regions. selected based on the gudielines companies (NBFCs) are eligible to
3. Tax benefits were given to some provided by Tendulkar Committee on float Universal Banks.
industries. poverty line for rural areas. Which of the statements given above
4. License was compulsory for the 2. It provides an insurance cover uptoRs is/are correct?
expansion of output of an industry. 5 lakh per family, per year for (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
Select the correct answer using the code secondary and tertiary hospitalization (c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
given below. irrespective of the family size.
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only 3. Beneficiary can visit any public or 51. Consider the following statements
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 2 and 3 only private hospital to receive the regarding National Health Stack:
benefits of this scheme. 1. It is designed to provide the
44. Consider the following statements Which of the statements given above foundational components that will be
about the financial sector reforms after is/are correct? required across Ayushman Bharat.
1991 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. It will make use of application
1. It aims to tighten the hold of RBI on (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 programme interfaces or APIs to
financial sector to reduce fraud and transfer information through the
mismanagement. 48. Consider the following statements system.
2. The reform policies led to the with reference to Tobin Tax: 3. It will bring down the cost of health
establishment of private sector banks, 1. It discourages short term currency protection.
but Indians were allowed not the speculations. Which of the statements given above are
foreigners. 2. It can ensure stability of foreign correct?
3. Mutual funds and pension funds are portfolio investments. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
now allowed to invest in Indian 3. There is no such similar tax in India till (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
financial markets. date.
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above are 52. Consider the following statements
is/are correct? correct? regarding Delhi Dialogue:
(a) 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 1. It is a platform to discuss politico-
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 security, economic and socio- cultural
engagement between India and
45. Consider the following statements 49. Consider the following statements BRICS nation.
about the devaluation of Currency: regarding the recommendations of 2. The theme of 10th edition of Delhi
1. India for the first time devalued its Narasimham Committee: Dialogue was ―Combating Cross
currency after 1991 to resolve India‘s border terrorism‖.
Balance of Payment crisis. 1. It recommended reducing statutory Which of the statements given above
2. The devaluation of Indian rupee in reserve requirements in a phased
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is/are correct?
1991 led to an increase in the inflow manner. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
of foreign exchange. 2. It asked the central bank to issue (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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exchange rate use this as a monetary a floating rate system in lending. 53. Consider the following statements:
policy tool.
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1. A Green Mahanadi Mission has been 3. It has been launched as a component 3. Nitrate is easily leached out of soil by
launched by the union government of PM Awas Yojana (Rural) for mass heavy rain, resulting in soil alkalinity.
for stopping soil erosion on river production of houses. Which of the statements given above
banks and recharging the Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
groundwater reserve. is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only
2. The Green Mahanadi mission will also (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 only
cover the tributaries of river (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Mahanadi. 61. Consider the following statements
Which of the statements given above 57. Which of the following best describes about Samagra Shiksha Scheme:
is/are correct? Mission Satyanishtha‘? 1. It subsumes the three Schemes of
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) Sensitizing all railway employees Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA),
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 about the need to adhere to good Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhi
ethics and to maintain high standards yan (RMSA) and Teacher Education
54. Consider the following statements of integrity at work (TE).
with reference to the Foundation for (b) Mission related to corruption-free 2. It has been launched in the direction
Environmental Education (FEE): Gram Panchayat under which Gram of providing education to children
1. It is a subsidiary organization of UN Sabha will report any corruption issue below the age of six years.
Environmental programme. directly to the District Collector. 3. It aims to promote vocationalisation
2. It has a programme through which it (c) Campaign launched by CAG of India of education.
issues certificates to the beaches of for adhering to best principles of Which of the statements given above
the world with respect to its audit by members of ICAI. is/are correct?
cleanliness. (d) A mobile application for the officers (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 3 only
3. India is not a member of this of State Bank Of India to take pledge (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
organization. of integrity.
Which of the statements given above 62. Consider the following statements
is/are correct? 58. Consider the following statements about Mobile Open Exchange Zone:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only about World Meteorological 1. It is a dedicated ecosystem for the
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Organization (WMO). mobile industry that will provide an
1. It is an inter-governmental integrated platform to manufacturers,
55. Consider the following statements organization. research and other allied industries.
with respect to Environment 2. It has designated India as the nodal 2. India‘s first Mobile Open Exchange
(Protection) Act, 1986: centre for flash flood forecasts in its (MOX) zone has been launched in
1. It empowers the State neighbouring countries. Bombay, Maharastra.
Governments to establish Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above
authorities charged with the mandate is/are correct? is/are correct?
of preventing (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
environmental pollution in all its (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
forms.
2. Anyone failing to comply with any of 59. Which of the following pairs is/are 63. Consider the following statements
the provisions of this Act is liable for correctly matched? with reference to the Minamata
punishment with imprisonment for a Organism Type of species Convention on Mercury:
term which may extend to five years. 1. Lichen Pioneer 1. It is a legally binding agreement
Which of the statements given above 2. Lantana Flagship Species under the aegis of UN Environment
is/are correct? Camara Programme.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. Beavers Keystone 2. The agreement was adopted in 2013
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Select the correct answer using the code in Minamata city of Japan.
given below: 3. India ratified the Minamata
56. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only convention in 2018.
about Global Housing Construction (c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above are
Technology Challenge: correct?
1. It may help to adopt those 60. With reference to the nutrients (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
technologies to suit our local essential in plant growth, consider the (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
conditions and requirements. following statements:
2. It focuses on identifying those 1. Nitrogen is a key element in plant
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technologies which are best on growth that helps transfer energy about declaration of Animal Kingdom
parameters of sustainability and from sunlight to plants. as living entity by the Uttarakhand
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quality, while time and cost have not 2. Magnesium is a key component of High Court:
been included as a determining chlorophyll, and is vital for 1. All the citizens of Uttarakhand were
factor. photosynthesis declared ‗persons in loco parentis‘
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giving them the responsibility to 1. Light enters the eye through a thin 2. Laws of reflection of light are
protect animals and ensure their membrane called the cornea applicable to both plane as well as
welfare. 2. Iris in our eye controls the size of spherical surfaces
2. The Animal Kingdom now enjoys the pupil. Code:
same status as river Ganga. 3. The eye lens is composed of a fibrous, (a) Only 1
Which of the statements given above jelly-like material. (b) Only 2
is/are correct? Code: (c) Both 1 and 2
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3 (d) None of the above
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 2 and 3 (d) All of the above
75. Consider the following sentences in
65. Consider the following statements 70. A communication signal that is context of ‘European Organisation for
regarding Girinka Programme: released from a cell into the circulatory Nuclear Research (CERN)’.
1. It has resulted in reducing system to act on a distant target is an: 1. India is an associate member of the
malnutrition and increasing income in (A) Autocrine signal European Organisation for Nuclear
Rawanda. (B) Paracrine signal Research (CERN).
2. India has pledged to provide fortified (C) Endocrine signal 2. It is the world’s largest nuclear and
grains and establishing a hospital in (D) None of the above particle physics laboratory.
Rawanda under the aegis of this 3. It is based in Geneva on the French-
programme. 71. Consider the following statements. Belgium border.
Which of the statements given above 1. Single cellular or uni-cellural animals Which of the above sentence(s) is/are
is/are correct? do not excrete. true?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. A tissue is a group of different cells (a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 performing different functions. (c) 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. No cell is visible to naked eye.
66. Consider the following statements Which of the statement/s given above 76. Consider the following statements.
regarding Bioinformatics. is/are INCORRECT? 1. Centripetal force is responsible for
1. It is the application of computational (a) Only 1 (b) 2 and 3 the circular movement of a body.
and statistical techniques to the field (c) 1 and 3 (d) All of the above 2. Cyclist bend his body towards the
of molecular biology centre on a turn to counter
2. Bioinformatics can help in drug 72. Consider the following statements centripetal force.
design for the cure of cancer and 1. kinetic energy of a body moving with a Which of the statement/s given is/ are
similar diseases. certain velocity is equal to the work correct?
3. It will help in predicting Protein done on it to make it acquire that (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2
structure and their function. velocity. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the statements given above are 2. The potential energy possessed by
correct the object is the energy present in it 77. Consider the following statements
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 by virtue of its position. 1. kinetic energy of a body moving with
(c) Only 2 (d) All of the above Which of the statements given above are a certain velocity is equal to the work
correct done on it to make it acquire that
67. Consider the following statements (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 velocity.
about Amoeba. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. The potential energy possessed by
1. It keeps on changing its shape. the object is the energy present in it
2. Amoeba is a single cellular organism. 73. Consider the following statements. by virtue of its position.
Which among the following is/are 1. Cell wall is present in plants. Which of the statements given above are
correct? 2. Plant cell need special protection correct
(a) Only 1 which is done by cell wall. (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2
(b) Only 2 3. Cell wall is also present in aquatic (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) Both 1 and 2 animals.
(d) None of the above Mark the correct statements? 78. The phenomenon of electromagnetic
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3 induction is
68. The cross‐sectional area of a muscle (c) 2 and 3 (d) All of the above (a) The process of charging a body.
can affect the muscles (b) The process of generating magnetic
(a) Length 74. Consider the following statements and field due to a current passing through
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(c) Force 1. The shadow casted by light of an (c) Producing induced current in a coil
(d) None of the above opaque object suggests that light due to relative motion between a
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travel in straight line magnet and the coil.

69. Consider the following statements and (d) The process of rotating a coil of an
choose the correct one/s electric motor.
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79. Rabies is caused by a Which of the statements given above are Select the correct answer using the code
(a) Virus and it affects the nervous correct? given below.
system (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 3 and 4 only
(b) Virus and it affects the cardiovascular (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 2 only
system
(c) Bacteria and it affects the nervous 84.Consider the following statements: 87. Recently One hundred and twenty
system 1. Constitution envisages that there third amendment bill has been passed
(d) Bacteria and it affects the shall be a High Court in each state. by parliament which has provisions for
cardiovascular system 2. Forty Second constitutional creation of a body. What could be the
Amendment Act of 1976, authorized possible consequences of it?
80. Consider the following statements the Parliament to establish a common 1. The body may act as an investigating
about Speaker of Lok Sabha high court for two or more states. agency.
1. President administers the oath to the 3. Parliament can extend the jurisdiction 2. It will have the power of a civil court.
Speaker of a newly elected Lok Sabha. of Delhi High Court to Daman. 3. It will get a status at par with NHRC.
2. The office of Speaker continues even Which of the statements given above Select the correct answer using the code
after the dissolution of lower house. is/are correct? given below.
Which of the statements given above (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
is/are correct? (c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 85. Consider the following statements 88. Consider the following statements
with reference to the resolution for the about the Cabinet Secretary.
81. Consider the following statements: removal of the Lok Sabha Speaker: 1. This post though with a different
1. The Representation of People‘s Act, 1. It must be supported by at least as name had its inception in the Indian
prohibits the display of any election many members of the house which Councils Act of 1861.
matter forty-eight hours before are needed to initiate the process of 2. It is under the direct charge of the
polling begins. impeachment for President. Ministry of Home Affairs.
2. In Kihoto Hollohan v. Zachillhu and 2. It can be moved only after giving 14 3. He is the ex-officio Chairman of the
Others, the Supreme Court, upheld days advance notice. Civil Services Board.
the anti-defection amendment. 3. It should be passed by a two-third 4. He ensures that the President, the
3. The new scheme of electoral bonds majority of the members of the house Vice President and Ministers are kept
reveals about the sources of present and voting. informed of the major activities of all
donations to political parties. 4. He cannot preside over the House Ministries.
Which of the statements given above when such resolution is under Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? consideration. is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 5. He can participate in the proceedings (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only but cannot vote, while such resolution (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
is under consideration.
82. Which of the following would undergo Which of the statements given above are 89. Consider the following
amendment, if simultaneous elections correct? statements with reference to the
were to be held in India? (a) 2 and 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only Press Council of India (PCI):
1. Constitution (c) 2, 4 and 5 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 1. The chairman of the council is a
2. Representation of People Act retired judge of High Court or
3. Rules of Procedure of Rajya Sabha 86. Which of the following statements Supreme Court.
4. Rules of procedure of State is/are correct with respect to the 2. The power of the PCI is confined to
assemblies and Council Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)? only electronic media.
Select the correct answer using the code 1. It was established on the 3. The council has power to penalize
given below. recommendation of the First erring newspaper.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only Administrative Reforms Commission. Which of the statements given above
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 3 and 4 only 2. CVC can inquire against the Group is/are incorrect?
―A‖ officer of the central government (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only
83. Consider the following statements: for the offence committed under (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. Reserve Bank of India does not Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.
regulate any exchange of derivatives 3. In cases of corruption matters related 90. Consider the following statements
about Joint Parliamentary committees.
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instruments in India. to central government employees,

2. The derivative always derives their CVC functions under the direction of 1. It is an example of standing
values from one or more underlying CBI. committee.
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asset. 4. Reports of the CVC are submitted to 2. It is set up by a motion passed in one
3. The derivative instruments in India the Home Minister. house of Parliament and agreed to by
also include repos and reverse repos. the other.
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Which of the statements given above 95. Consider the following statements: 99. Consider the following statements.
is/are correct? 1. National Integration Council was 1. The publication of a bill in the Gazette
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only constituted for the first time during of India constitutes the second
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 the riot phase of 1947. reading of the bill.
2. National Integration Council is an 2. It is during the third reading that the
91. Who among the following participate extra- constitutional body which has law makers can propose amendment
in the election of Vice-President? no statutory backing. to any bill.
1. Elected members of the Lok Sabha. 3. National Integration Day is celebrated Which of the statements given above
2. Elected members of the Rajya Sabha. as the birth anniversary of Iron Man is/are correct?
3. Nominated members of the Lok of India. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Sabha. Which of the statements given above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
4. Nominated members of the Rajya is/are correct?
Sabha. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only 100.With reference to the writs issued by
Select the correct answer using the code (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 the Courts in India, consider the
given below. following statements:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 4 only 96. Which of the following is/are 1. Mandamus will not lie against a
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 considered as law under Article 13? private organization unless it is
1. Ordinance entrusted with a public duty.
92. Consider the following 2. Custom 2. Mandamus will not lie against a
provisions/features/parts of the 3. By-law Company even though it may be a
Constitution of India: 4. Constitutional Amendment Government Company.
1. Preamble Select the correct answer using the code 3. Any public minded person can be a
2. Part IV-A given below. petitioner to move the Court to
3. Federalism with Centre tilt (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 3 and 4 only obtain the writ of Quo Warranto.
4. Part XV (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Which of the statements given above are
5. Eighth Schedule correct?
6. Second Schedule 97. Consider the following statements: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
7. Tenth Schedule 1. Allahabad High Court can issue a writ (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Which among the above promotes the of mandamus against Varanasi
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(a) 1, 2, 3, and 5 only over right to property.
(b) 2, 3, 5 and 7 only 2. Madras High Court can issue a writ of 1. Consider the following statements
(c) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 only Habeas corpus in a case in which a about the All India Trade Union
(d) 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6 only person, who went missing from Congress (AITUC):
Madras, was found to be detained in 1. Lala Lajpat Rai was its first president.
with reference to Judicial Review: Hisar district of Haryana. 2. The Indian National Congress at its
1. It upholds the principle of the Which of the statements given above Gaya session in 1922 welcomed the
supremacy of the Constitution. is/are incorrect? formation of the AITUC.
2. It maintains federal equilibrium. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above
3. It protects the Fundamental Rights of (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is/are correct?
the citizens. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
4. Article 13 of Indian constitution 98. Consider the following statements (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
regarding functioning of the Central
mentions the term judicial review.
Bureau of Investigation (CBI): 2. Consider the following statements
1. The director of the CBI is the ex- about the Rajaji Formula:
is/are correct?
officio head of the National Central 1. League would cooperate with
(a) 3 only (b) 1, 2, and 3 only
Bureau (NCB)-India. congress in forming a provisional
(c) 3 and 2 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
2. It comes under the administrative government at center.
94. Consider the following statements: control of the Ministry of Home 2. Only the Muslims of North-West and
1. "The leader of opposition" in the Lok Affairs. North-East India to decide by a
Sabha is a statutory post under 3. The appointment committee for its plebiscite on the determination of
Representation of People's Act 1951. Director consists of Prime minister, sovereign state.
2. The "10 percent rule" in the context of Leader of opposition in Lok Sabha 3. Muslim league to endorse congress
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designation of "leader of opposition", and Minister of Home Affairs. demand for independence.
is a statutory provision. Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above
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is/are correct?
is/are incorrect? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 3 only (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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3. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
about the Government of India act, (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1935:
1. The Governor was given the power to 7. Consider the following statements 11. Consider the following statements with
take over and indefinitely run the about the Royal India Naval revolt: respect to the partition of Bengal:
administration of a province. 1. This was seen as event which marked 1. The real motive behind the partition
2. The franchise was extended to all the end of British rule. was ease of administration.
male adults. 2. Royal Indian Air Force went on 2. The partition of Bengal was
3. The act provided for the sympathetic strike in Madras. welcomed by the Zamindars who saw
establishment of an All- Indian 3. The nature of the revolt largely Britishers as their protectors.
Federation. attracted militant section of society. 3. The partition was meant to foster
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above are division on the linguistic basis.
is/are correct? correct? Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only is/are not correct?
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 2 only
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
4. Consider the following statements 8. Which of the following statements
about the role of Hindu and Muslim is/are correct about the economic 12. Consider the following statements
political forces in the British India: outlook of the nationalist leaders about the Round Table conferences:
1. Hindu and Muslim communal groups during the freedom struggle? 1. The first Round table conference
joined hands against the Congress in 1. The nationalist leaders were sharply didn‘t succeed as there was no
1930s elections in few provinces. critical of infusion of foreign capital as representation from the Indian side.
2. The participation of communal forces an instrument for development of 2. A federal form of government for
ensured that the socio- economic India. India was one of the principles agreed
demands of common people gets a 2. The prevalence of public sector into to at the Round Table conferences.
national stage. modern economy can be attributed Which of the statements given above
3. The Muslim league propaganda to the efforts of nationalists leaders of is/are correct?
gained by the existence of Hindu that period. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Mahasabha. Select the correct answer using the code (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the statements given above are given below.
correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 13. Consider the following statements
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 about Sargeant plan of Education,
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1944:
9. Consider the following statements 1. It envisaged a 40 year educational
5. Consider the following statements about temple entry campaign in reconstruction plan.
about Servants of India Society: Kerala: 2. It laid the foundation of modern
1. It was a secular organization in India 1. The temple entry movement under Indian education system at secondary
that devoted itself to the service of the leadership of K kelappan got level, where vocational education
underprivileged. integrated with the first phase ofCivil didn‘t find any place.
2. It conducted enquiries to assess the disobedience movement. 3. It recommended abolition of the
validity of peasant‘s claims during 2. The temple entry movement in Kerala Intermediate course which was
Champaran Satyagrah. got support from national leaders recommended by the Sadler
Which of the statements given above including Mahatma Gandhi. University Commission.
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above are
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only is/are correct? correct?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
about the Peasant movements of the 10. Consider the following statements 13. Consider the following statements
period 1930-1940. about the Tebhaga struggle: about the Communists in the British
1. The immediate demands on which 1. The epic center of the struggle was India:
struggles were fought in the pre- Bengal. 1. In the period of 1920s the CPI termed
Independence days were the 2. They asserted to pay one-fourth not left wing of the Congress as counter-
reduction of taxes. the one-third of the crop to jotedars. revolutionary.
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2. The kisan movements was faced with 3. Fowler commission has 2. The Anti-Imperialist People‘s Front in
the task of transforming the peasants‘ recommended on the support of the India thesis advised the communist
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Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above left stream politics inside it.
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3. The Communists favoured division of Select the correct answer using the code features of sea waves?
India into a number of sovereign given below: 1. Beach 2. Stack
states in order to make political gains. (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only 3. Cliff 4. Sea arches
Which of the statements given above are (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only Select the correct answer using the code
correct? given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 19. Consider the following statements (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3, and 4 only
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 with respect to the Wavell Plan: (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
1. It was meant to resolve the deadlock
15. Consider the following statements in India. 24. Which of the following statements
with respect to the Indian Council Act 2. All the members of Governor- is/are correct about coal and
1892: General‘s Legislative Council were to petroleum?
1. Under the provisions of this act, be Indians. 1. The slow process of conversion of
budget could be discussed by the 3. Bhulabhai Desai was the Congress dead vegetation into coal is called
members of the Legislature. President when this plan came. carbonisation.
2. Indian members were allowed to Which of the statements given above 2. Coal tar is used to make naphthalene
discuss and vote on budget. is/are incorrect? balls.
3. The number of additional members of (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 3. Paraffin wax is derived while refining
the Imperial and Provincial Legislative (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only of petroleum.
Councils was increased. Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the statements given above 20. Which of the following are correct with given below:
is/are correct? respect to the August Offer‘ of 1940? (a) 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 1. The August offer was rejected (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 unanimously by the congress and
Muslim league. 25. Which of the following pairs is/are
16.Consider the following statements 2. It recommended a dominion status to correct? National Waterway Places
about the Industrial Disputes Act, India. 1. NW- 1 Dhubri - Sadiya
1938: 3. It came out on the eve of ‗the Battle 2. NW- 2 Haldia – Allahabad
1. It was based on the philosophy of of Britain‘. 3. NW- 3 Vijaywada to Muktyala
class conflict. Select the answer using the code given 4. NW- 4 Kottapuram - Kollam
2. It empowered the Government to below. Select the correct answer using the code
refer an industrial dispute to the (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only given below.
Court of Industrial Arbitration. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 and 4 only
3. It was got support from congress (b) 2 and 3 only
socialists. 21. Match the following Country leading (c) 3 and 4 only
Which of the statements given above mineral (d) None of the above
is/are correct? 1. Brazil (a) Copper
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2. Australia (b) High grade iron ore 26. With reference to the methods of soil
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. Chile (c) Lead conservation, consider the following
4. China (d) Bauxite statements:
17. Consider the following statements Select the correct answer using the code 1. Shelter belt method is used in steep
about the INA trials: given below slope region to reduce surface runoff
1. Initially the press termed the INA men (a) 1-b, 2-d, 3-c, 4-a and soil erosion.
as misguided men‘. (b) 1-b, 2-d, 3-a, 4-c 2. In Intercropping different crops are
2. The question of righteous of actions (c) 1-b, 2-c, 3-a, 4-d grown in alternate rows and are sown
of INA men was debated across (d) 1-a, 2-b, 3-c, 4-d at different times.
parties and sections. 3. Mulching helps to retain soil
Which of the statements given above 22. Consider the following statements moisture.
is/are correct? 1. The Eastern Ghats are higher than the Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Western Ghats. is/are correct?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. The Eastern Ghats are discontinuous (a) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
and irregular and dissected by rivers (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only
18. Which of the following demands were draining in to the Bay of Bengal.
made in the agrarian programme Which of the statements given above 27. With respect to the Krishna Raja Sagara
adopted by the Congress at its Faizpur Dam, consider the following
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session of 1936? correct? statements:
1. Abolition of land revenue and rent. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. It has been constructed on the River
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2. The abolition of feudal levies. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Kaveri.
3. Security of tenure for tenants. 2. It is a primary source of irrigation of
4. Recognition of peasant unions. 23. Which of the following are erosional many districts of Tamil Nadu.
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Which of the statements given above 32. Consider the following statements 37. Consider the following statements:
is/are correct? about 1. A person can withdraw money from a
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only peninsular plateau Micro ATM by using his Aadhar
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. It is composed of sedimentary rocks. number and biometrics.
2. Peninsular plateau is a younger 2. Micro ATMs can provide money on
28. Which of the following statements landmass as compared to Himalayas. 24x7 basis in remote locations.
is/are correct about AFRICA? Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above
1. It is the largest continent. is/are is/are correct?
2. It is the only continent through which correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
the Tropic of Cancer, Equator and (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Tropic of Capricorn pass. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. World‘s longest river flows through 38. Consider the following statements
this continent. 33.Consider the following pairs : with reference to the Financial Stability
4. The world‘s largest hot desert is Himalayan Region Range and Development Council (FSDC):
located in this continent. 1. Indus and Satluj Kumaon Himalayas 1. The Council has been set up as an
Select the correct answer using the code 2. Satluj and Kali Punjab Himalayas executive body for dealing with issues
given below 3. Kali and Tista Nepal Himalayas of financial inclusion and financial
(a) 1, 3, and 4 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only 4. Tista and Dihang Assam Himalayas literacy.
(c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Which of the pairs given above are 2. The council is chaired by the regulator
correctly matched? of money market in India.
29. Consider the following statements (a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only 3. A separate corpus has been
1. Isthmus is a narrow strip of water (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 established under the public
separating two land masses.
2. A strait is a narrow passage of water 34. Which among the following rivers are account of India for undertaking the
connecting two water bodies like tributaries of River Krishna? activities of this council.
oceans and seas. 1. Tungabhadra 2. Musi Which of the statements given above
Which of the statements given above 3. Amaravati 4. Bhima is/are correct?
is/are correct? 5. Hemavati (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Select the correct answer using the code (c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 given below.
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 3 and 4 only 39.Recently Uighurs were seen in the news.
30. Consider the following statements (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only They are
1. Himalayas are a result of collision (a) Muslim ethnic minority mostly based
between Indo-Australian plate and 35. Consider the following statements in China's Xinjiang province.
Eurasian plate. about Mauna Kea: (b) An ethnic minority group migrating
2. Eurasian plate is still moving towards 1. It is an undersea mountain in the to US from Mexico border.
Indo-Australian plate. Atlantic Ocean. (c) An ethnic minority mostly based in
3. A flat land of extensive alluvial 2. It is higher than Mount Everest the Syria-Palestine region.
deposits led to the formation of the Which of the statements given above (d) An aboriginal tribes based in Somalia,
northern plains of India. is/are correct? who are constantly in conflict with
Which of the above statements are (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Chinese companies.
correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 40. Consider the following statements
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 36. Consider the following statements about Participatory Notes (PN):
with respect to None of the above 1. Participatory notes (PNs) are the
31.Consider the following statements (NOTA) option: types of derivative instruments issued
1. Majority of coal deposits in India are 1. It was used for the first time in the in foreign jurisdiction whose
Tertiary in nature. 2004 general elections in India. underlying assets are equity, debt,
2. Tertiary coal is a superior type of coal. 2. Before the introduction of NOTA, derivatives or any index.
3. Gondwana coal deposits also occur in there were no provisions for casting 2. All the PNs are to be registered with
Assam and Sikkim in north eastern negative votes. SEBI in order to invest in the Indian
part 3. NOTA option is available in India for Stock Exchanges.
of the country. elections to Lok Sabha and Rajya 3. The PN holder also enjoys voting
Sabha.
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Which of the statements given above rights in relation to security/shares

is/are correct? Which of the statements given above referenced by the PN.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only is/arenot correct? Which of the statements given above are
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(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only not correct?
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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41. Consider the following statements: 3. The CIS is regulated by the securities part of Digital India initiative to create
1. Reflation is a fiscal or monetary policy market regulator SEBI. a secure cyber space by detecting
designed to expand a country's Which of the statements given above botnet infections in India.
output and curb the effects of is/are correct? 3. Only service providers and registered
deflation. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only institutions can report a computer
2. Stagflation is the situation when poor (c) 3 only (d) 1 only security incident to CERT-IN.
economic growth, high Which of the statements given above
unemployment and severe inflation 45. Which among the following were the is/are correct?
occur at the same time. possible factors for the 1991 economic (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
3. Quantitative easing can be crisis of India? (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only
considered as one of the important 1. High expenditure in populist policies
policy measures to tackle stagflation. by the government. 49. Consider the following statements
Which of the statements given above are 2. Non profitable Public Sector about stock of money circulation.
correct? Undertakings. 1. M1=currency (notes plus coins) held
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 3. Declining domestic Public debt while by the public +net demand deposits
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 external debt was increasing. held by commercial banks.
Select the correct answer using the code 2. M2 = M1 + Net time deposits of
42.Consider the following statements with given below. commercial banks
reference to the Financial Stability (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only 3. M3 = M1 + Savings deposits with
Board (FSB): (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Post Office savings banks
1. It is an initiative of G20 group. 4. M4 = M3 + Total deposits with Post
2. India is yet to become a member of 46. Consider the following statements: Office savings organisations
this group. 1. A Mini Ratna company can (excluding National Savings
3. FSB publishes the Global Shadow implement projects worth Rs 5000 Certificates).
Banking Monitoring Report annually. crore or an amount equal to their net Which of the statements given above are
Which of the statements given above are worth without the approval of central correct?
correct? government. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 2. For getting a Maharatna status, a (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Central Public sector enterprise
should have significant global 50. In an economy, growth rate is 8
43. Consider the following statements presence. percent and capital-output ratio is 4
about Financial Action Task Force Which of the statements given above percent. Then which of the following
(FATF): is/are correct? would be the rate of investment of that
1. Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is (a) 1 only (b) 2 only economy?
the financial intelligence wing of (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 12 % (b) 32 %
OECD aimed to prevent money (c) 4 % (d) 2 %
laundering and terrorist financing. 47. Consider the following statements
2. India is the founding member of the regarding Data Localization: 51. With reference to Institute of
FATF. 1. It means that the transfer of data Eminence scheme, which of the
3. When a country is in the grey list of across borders should be disallowed, following statements is/are correct?
the FATF, it will not be able to access or restricted. 1. It aims to upgrade some Indian
the funds from the international 2. The SriKrishna committee opposed universities as world class teaching
markets. the idea of data localization in India. and research institutions.
Which of the statements given above 3. The entire data related to payment 2. The selected government institutions
is/are correct? system in India has necessarily to be would also be given up to ₹1,000
(a) 1 and 2 only stored in a system located within the crore in form of loan over five years
(b) 1 only country. to help them become world-class
(c) 3 only Which of the statements given above 3. These Institutions of Eminence would
(d) None of the Above Explanation: is/are correct? be given significant autonomy in
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only operations — from setting their
44. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only curriculum and recruiting foreign
regarding Collective Investment faculty to entering academic tie-ups.
Scheme (CIS) in Indian context: 48. Consider the following statements Select the correct answer using the code
1. It refers to any privately pooled given below:
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regarding CERT-IN?
investment fund in the form of a trust 1. It is the national nodal agency for (a) 2 and3 only (b) 1 only
or a company or a body corporate. responding to computer security (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3
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2. CIS includes chit funds and mutual incidents as and when they occur.
funds. 2. It maintains the Cyber Swacchta 52. Which of the following is correct
Kendra, which has been launched as a regarding Domestic Council for Gold?
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(a) It has been set up to aid exports of biological resources and associated Which of the statements given above
jewellery and to create an ecosystem knowledge. is/are correct?
to harness the true potential for 3. The act ignores the role of local level (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
jewellery-making in the country. institutions with respect to the (c) 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3
(b) It has been set up to make a common mechanism for benefit sharing.
standard regarding quality for all Which of the statements given above 60. Which among the following are the
jewellery products. is/are correct? possible methods under geo-
(c) It is an association of Gold sellers (a) 1 only (b) 2 only engineering for reducing the rate of
formed with the objective of making (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 the Climate Change?
a common price for the gold product. 1. Aerosol injections in the atmosphere.
(d) Provide insights into the international 56.Consider the following statements with 2. Giant Space Mirrors.
gold markets, helping people to respect to Sendai Framework for 3. High albedo crops.
understand the investment qualities Disaster Risk Reduction- Select the correct answer using the code
of gold. 1. It is a legally binding agreement, given below:
which recognizes the primacy of the (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
53. Consider the following statements: state in disaster risk reduction. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3
1. The festival is also known as the 2. It is the immediate successor
festival for chasing away the Demon instrument to the Yokohama Strategy 61. Consider the following statements:
of Cholera. and Plan of Action for a Safer World. 1. Intellectual Property Appellate Board
2. It is used as a prayer seeking divine Which of the statements given above is a non-statutory body under
blessings for a rich harvest in the year is/are correct? Department of Industrial Policy and
ahead. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Promotion.
3. Tribesmen carry a traditional Rongsa (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. A strong IPR regime influences inflow
or chariots and dance on this of FDI and technology transfer.
ocassion. 57.Which of the following steps taken by 3. Issues related to the Geographical
Identify the festival with the help of the government will address the Indications are outside the purview of
statements given above. menace of Nitrogen Pollution? Intellectual Property Appellate Board.
(a) Behdienkhlam (b) Bihu 1. Soil Health Card Which of the statements given above
(c) MoatsuMong (d) Saga Dawa 2. Neem Coating of Urea is/are correct?
3. National Air Quality Index (NAQI) (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only
54. Consider the following statements Select the correct answer using the code (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
about Inter-Creditor agreement: given below:
1. This is an agreement among banks (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only 62. Which among the following are the
and government to push for the (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 popular migratory birds that visit India
speedy resolution of non- performing every year?
loans. 58. Consider the following pairs: 1. Amur Falcon
Local name (Sacred Grove)State 2. Bar headed goose
2. The inter-creditor agreement is
1. Kavu Karnataka 3. White-bellied Heron
aimed at the resolution of loan
2. Devgudi Maharashtra 4. Siberian Cranes
accounts with a size of Rs.50 crore
3. Vanis Rajasthan Select the correct answer using the code
and above.
4. Kovilkadu Tamil Nadu given below-
3. It is a part of the ―Sashakt‖ plan
Which of the pairs given above is/are (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only
approved by the government to
correctly matched? (c) 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
address the problem of resolving bad
loans.
(c) 1 and 4 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only 63. Consider the following statements
with respect to the phenomenon called
is/are correct?
59. Consider the following statements Sea Sparkle:
with respect to underground Uranium 1. This is caused by the group of Jellyfish
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Pollution in India: near the shores.
1. Uranium contamination in 2. It is caused due to the phenomenon
55.Consider the following statements with
groundwater is monitored under of bio-luminescence.
respect to Biological Diversity Act,
Bureau of Indian Standard‘s (BIS) 3. Generally, Fishes can‘t survive in the
2002:
Drinking Water Specifications. region of sea sparkle.
1. It is in consonance with the
2. The Uranium contamination of Which of the statements given above
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groundwater is confined to the is/are correct?
(CBD).
western states of Rajasthan and (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
2. The purpose of the Biodiversity Act is
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to realize equitable sharing of
3. Excessive Uranium in water may cause
benefits arising out of the use of
Kidney damage.
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64. Consider the following statements: aerobic microorganisms when radiation in terms of the potential for
1. Central Pollution Control Board decomposing organic matter in causing harm.
(CPCB) has been established under water. Which of the above statements are
Water (Prevention & Control of 2. Nitrates and phosphates in a body of correct?
Pollution) Act, 1974. water can contribute to high BOD (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 2 and 4
2. As per Water (Prevention & Control of levels (c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Pollution) Act, 1974, prior consent of Choose the correct statement/s
the state board is necessary to set up (a) Only 1 73. Which among the following
any industry, plant or process which is (b) Only 2 statements is/are correct regarding
likely to discharge sewage or trade (c) Both 1 and 2 leachate?
effluent into a stream or well or sewer (d) None of the above 1. Refers to the liquid that drains out from
or on land. a Landfill.
Which of the statements given above 69. ‘The Sunway TaihuLight’ is a 2. If leachate has high Biochemical
is/are not correct? _____________ supercomputer oxygen demand (BOD) levels and
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) South Korean (b) Japanese contaminates a body of water, it may
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) Chinese (d) Singapore cause the BOD of the water to be too
high.
65. With respect to ‗Integrated 70. The second satellite of Shijian-16 series Code:
development of wildlife habitats‘, for space research and experiments has (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2
consider the following statements. been launched recently. It is the (c) Both 1and 2 (d) Neither 1nor2
1. It is a centrally sponsored scheme to programme of which country
protect wildlife. (a) China 74. Consider the following statements
2. It focuses on wildlife conservation (b) Japan regarding Zika virus.
exclusively in protected areas of the (c) North Korea 1. Zika virus is primarily transmitted to
country. (b) jointly by European Space Agency people through the bite of an
3. It provides protection to all the and China National Space infected Aedes mosquito.
mammals included in the first Administration (CHINA) 2. Zika virus can’t be transmitted
schedule under Wildlife protection 71. With reference to the Ashwin Missile through sex.
act 1972. successfully tested by DRDO recently, 3. Zika virus usually causes mild illness,
Which of the statements given above consider the following statements: Symptoms most commonly include a
is/are correct? 1. It is an indigenously developed slight fever or rash, appearing a few
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only Advanced Air Defence Interceptor days after a person is bitten by an
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 missile. infected mosquito.
2. It is the Supersonic Missile with an Which of the above statements are
66.Some medicines are given in the form inbuilt navigator, an advanced correct?
of capsules. The capsules generally are computer and an electromechanical (a) Only 1 (b) Only 3
made of computer. (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) Plastic Which of the statements given above
(b) Gelatinous material is/are correct? 75. Consider the following statements
(c) Embryonic tissue (a) Only 1 regarding long-term complication of
(d) Starch (b) Only 2 diabetes?
(c) Both 1 and 2 1. Can lead to impaired sensation of
67. With the reference to the difference (d) None of the above hands and feet
between LED and LCD, consider the 2. Can lead to visual deficits
following statements: 72. Consider the following statements 3. Can lead to hypertension and
1. The fluorescent lights in an LCD TV are about ionizing radiations? atherosclerosis
always behind the screen 1. It is a type of energy released by 4. Can lead to kidney failure
2. On an LED TV, the light emitting diodes atoms in the form of electromagnetic Which among the above is/are correct
can be placed either behind the waves or particles. (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3
screen or around its edges 2. Acute health effects such as skin (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Choose the correct statement/s burns or acute radiation syndrome
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only can occur when doses of radiation 76. Which among the following elements
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 exceed certain levels. is essential for teeth development and
3. It has many beneficial applications, dental hygiene?
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68. With the reference to the Biochemical including uses in medicine, industry, (a) Iodide (b) Fluoride
oxygen demand (BOD), consider the agriculture and research. (c) Chloride (d) Bromide
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1. It is a measurement of the amount of dose, used to measure ionizing 77. Consider the following statements
dissolved oxygen (DO) that is used by regarding Parkinson’s disease.
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1. It is a chronic and progressive 2. Its presiding officer (Nyayadhikari) (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
movement disorder. shall be appointed by the State
2. It primarily affects neurons in an area Government in consultation with the 85. Consider following statements:
of the brain. High Court. 1. Under the Indian constitution ‗Flag‘
3. As the disease progresses, the 3. It shall exercise its power only as a finds its mention in the 7th schedule.
amount of dopamine produced in the civil court. 2. Flag code of India, 2002 mandates that
brain increases. 4. It shall be guided by principle of any other flag should not be hoisted
Which of the above statements iare Natural Justice. from same masthead or placed
correct? Which of the statements given above higher than the national flag.
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 is/are correct? 3. The word flag is mentioned in Article
(c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 2 only 51A of Indian Constitution.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 4 only Which of the statements given above
78. Which of the following is correct is/are correct?
regarding chromosomes in normal 83. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
human eggs? with respect to Finance Commission (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) Have 22 autosomes and an X (FC):
chromosome. 1. The qualification for appointment as 86. Consider the following motions:
(b) Have 22 autosomes and a Y members of the commission is 1. Motion for impeachment of President
chromosome. determined by the President. 2. Privilege Motion
(c) Have 23 autosomes. 2. The 15th FC shall consider effect of 3. Amendment
(d) Have 46 chromosomes climate change, while making Which of the motions given above are
recommendations. examples of Substantive Motion?
79. Consider the following statements 3. The 2011 census data will be used for (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
regarding opioids. the first time for devolution of funds (c) 1 only (d) 3 only
1. Opioids are secreted naturally in by the 15th FC.
human body and are known as Which of the statement given above 87. Consider the following statements:
endorphins. is/are correct? 1. Excess Grant – It is granted for a
2. Opioids are the most effective (a) 1 only (b) 2 only special purpose and forms no part of
analgesics proven clinically. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 the current service of any financial
Which of the above statements is/are year.
correct? 84. Consider the following statements 2. Vote of Credit- grant in advance in
(a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 about Solicitor General of India respect of the estimated expenditure
(c) Both 1and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. Article 76 mentions about the for a part of any financial year
solicitor general of India. pending the completion of the
80. Recently Marrakesh Treaty to 2. He assists the Attorney General in the procedure prescribed in article 113.
Facilitate Access to Published Works by fulfillment of his official Which of the statements given above
Visually Impaired Persons and Persons responsibilities. is/are correct?
with Print Disabilities was in news.
3. His eligibility is same as that of (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Consider following statements with
Attorney General. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
respect to it.
1. The World Intellectual Property
Organisation is the administering
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 3 only with reference to Attorney General
agency for this treaty.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (AG) of India:
2. This treaty provides specially adapted
1. He/she is a government servant who
texts to those affected by a range of
84. Consider the following statements enjoys all the privileges and
disabilities that interfere with the
regarding new initiatives taken by immunities available to a cabinet
effective reading of printed matter. Election Commission of India (ECI). minister.
3. India is not s signatory to this treaty. 1. It has started SVEEP portal to aid 2. He/she must be a person who is
Which of the above statement/s is/are Political Parties in registration qualified at least to be appointed as a
incorrect? process. Judge of the High Court.
(a) 1 and 3 (b) Only 1 2. It launched ICON campaign to 3. While working for the government,
(c) Only 3 (d) 2 and 3 encourage voting among Person with he/she is debarred from private legal
disability (PwD). practice.
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3. It has launched Braille Epic Cards and Which of the statements given is/are not
about Gram Nyayalayas:
voter accessibility for differently correct?
1. It is constituted under the Legal
abled (VAADA) application. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
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Which of the statements given above (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
provide free legal services in rural
is/are correct?
areas.
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88. Which of the following is/are included 3. Attorney General has right of 97. Consider following statements with
in original jurisdiction of the Supreme audience in all courts in the territory reference to Special Officer for
Court? of India. Linguistic Minorities:
1. A dispute between Government of Which of the statements given above are 1. It has been setup as a constitutional
India and one or more states. incorrect? body on the recommendations of
2. A dispute between state and one or (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only Puncchi Commission.
more panchayat. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. It has original jurisdiction regarding
3. A dispute between Government of decision to grant any educational
India and Union Territory. 93.Consider the following statements institution, minority status.
4. Cases related to disputes between the 1. A panchayat reconstituted after 3. He/she is appointed by the President of
two or more states. premature dissolution enjoys the full India.
Select the correct answer using the code tenure of five years. Which of the statement given is/are
given below. 2. According to the 73rd constitutional correct?
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 3 and 4 only Amendment Act, a fresh election for (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only
(c) 2 only (d) 1 and 4 only Panchayats is conducted within 6 (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
months after its expiry.
90.Consider the following Which of the statements given above 98.Consider the following statements with
1. Prime Minister is/are correct? reference to the Money Bill:
2. The Speaker of the Lok Sabha (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. It can be introduced in the Lok Sabha
3. The Leader of the Opposition in the Lok (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 only on the recommendation of the
Sabha President.
4. The Chief Justice of India 94.Consider the following statements 2. Speaker determines whether a bill is a
5. Union Home Minister about Law Commission of India: money bill or not.
6. Central Vigilance Commissioner 1. It is a statutory body constituted by the 3. Article 110 of the Constitution deals
Which of the above are not included in Government of lndia for identification with the definition of the Money Bill.
the selection committee of the Lokpal? of laws which are no longer relevant. 4. Lok Sabha after having accepted the
(a) 5 and 6 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only 2. The Commission was originally recommendations of Rajya Sabha
(c) 1, 4 and 5 only (d) 4, 5 and 6 only constituted in 1955 and is re- passes the money bill again to latter
constituted every three years. which then confirms it.
91. Consider the following statement with Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above are
regard to Proclamation of National is/are correct? correct?
Emergency. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only
1. If Lok Sabha gets dissolved within one (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
month of Proclamation, without
approving the National Emergency, 95.Consider the following statements with 99. Which of the following Cabinet
the proclamation automatically respect to the Political Affairs Committee is not headed by the Prime
becomes null and void. Committee: Minister?
2. A resolution for approval or 1. It deals with matters pertaining to (a) The Economic Affairs Committee.
disapproval of National emergency domestic and foreign affairs. (b) The Political Affairs Committee.
requires special majority in 2. It is also called Super Cabinet. (c) Appointments Committee.
Parliament. 3. It is headed by the Home Minister. (d) Parliamentary Affairs Committee.
3. The life of Lok Sabha gets extended Which of the statements given above 100.Consider the following statements:
during the period of National is/are correct? 1. By-elections are to be held within six
Emergency, automatically. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only months of occurrence of the vacancy
Which of the statements given above are (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1 only in any House of Parliament or a state
correct? legislature in all cases
(a) 1 and 2 only 96. Consider the following statements 2. A person who has no right to vote by
(b) 2 and 3 only with reference to the Rajya Sabha reason of being in jail or in police
(c) 1 and 3 only 1. It can reject but cannot amend a money custody is not qualified to contest the
(d) None of the above. bill. elections to the Parliament or the
2. It cannot vote on the demand for State Legislature.
92. Consider the following statements: grants. Which of the statements given above
1. Attorney General of India cannot 3. It cannot discuss annual financial is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
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Government of India, as he is a full Which of the statements given above (b) 2 only
time counsel for the government. is/are incorrect? (c) Both 1 and 2
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2. Office of Attorney General comes (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (d) Neither 1 nor 2
under the purview of RTI. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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2. These movements resulted in 1. He stated that the policy of the
1. Consider the following statements immediate success, which led to Government is to increase the
about AurobindoGhosh: agrarian reforms. association of Indians in all the
1. He wanted to confine the Swadeshi 3. The struggles were not aimed at the branches of administration.
movement to Bengal. overthrow of the existing agrarian 2. This declaration reflected that the
2. After the Swadeshi movement, he structures. demand for Home Rule could no
retired from active politics. Which of the statements given above longer be treated as seditious.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
6. Which of the following were the
2. Which of the following is correct about characteristics of the Quit India 10. He was a founding member of the
Deliverance day”? movement of 1942? Communist Party of India (CPI); was
(a) It was observed by Muslim League to 1. The movement did not witness anti- tried in the famous Kanpur Conspiracy
celebrate resignation of Congress zamindari violence. Case by the British; wrote the article
ministries. 2. Conflict on religious lines was absent Gandhi vsLenin .He was
(b) It was a day on which Congress during the movement. (a) Puran Chand Joshi
announced that Gandhi will take part 3. Peasants from all the economic (b) Manabendra Nath Roy
in talks with Lord Irwin. backgrounds participated in the (c) Shripad Amrit Dange
(c) Proposed by Gandhi, it was to be movement (d) Shaukat Usmani
observed in the form of resignation of Select the correct answer using the code
Indians from government offices. given below: 11. With reference to the Quit India
(d) It was the day on which Dandimarch (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Movement, the Vidyut Vahinis were:
started. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) Individual satyagrahis of North
Western part of British India.
3. Consider the following statements 7. Consider the following statements (b) Workers of the electricity department
about the Wardha Scheme of Basic about Indian Factory Act, 1881 in the North eastern region.
education: 1. It was passed with a view to fix the (c) An armed group organized by the
1. It gave emphasis to vocational working hours of industrial workers JatiyaSarkar in Bengal.
education. and to allow the workers to form (d) A revolutionary left ideologue youth
2. Hartog Committee was constituted to trade unions. club from Punjab
work out the details of the scheme. 2. During 20th century labour laws were .
3. It proposed education through passed under nationalist pressures 12. Consider the following statements:
mother toungue. which led to improvement in working 1. He presided over the All India Trade
Which of the statements given above are conditions of labour. Union Congress.
correct? Which of the statements given above 2. He was convinced that the only key to
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only is/are correct? the solution of India‘s problems lies in
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only socialism.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. He was elected one of the honorary
4. Consider the following statements presidents of the Brussels Conference
about Gandhi‘s eleven demands: 8. Consider the following statements along with Albert Einstein.
1. It contained issues of general interest, about Gandhi‘s Harijan Campaign: He was:
specific peasant demands as well as 1. He was supported and welcomed by (a) Jawaharlal Nehru
specific bourgeois demands. all the Indian masses. (b) S.A Dange
2. They were put forward in Lahore 2. During his campaign he argued that (c) Muzzafar Ahmed
session of Congress, 1929. Shastras were infallible and one (d) Subhash Chandra Bose
Which of the statements given above should follow it wholeheartedly.
is/are correct? 3. He distinguished between the 13. Regarding the Re-emergence of
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only abolition of caste system and the revolutionary terrorism in India after
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 abolition of untouchability. the Non Co-operation movement,
Which of the statements given above which of the following factors
5. Consider the following statements is/are correct? influenced it?
about the Peasant movements of the 1. The upsurge of the working class
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period 1930-1940. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 trade unionism.
1. Kisan movements were based on the 2. The Russian Revolution.
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ideology of Nationalism. 9. Consider the following statements 3. The Communist groups.

about the Montague declaration of 4. Emergence of Nazism.
1917:
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Select the correct answer using the code 3. In its later phase sabha was 1. Lake superior 2. Lake Michigan
given below: completely led by the Communists. 3. Lake Erie 4. Lake Huron
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only Which of the statements given above Select the correct answer using the code
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 is/are correct? given below:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1-2-4-3 (b) 4-3-2-1
14. Consider the following statements (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 3-2-1-4 (d) 2-1-4-3
about the period of Second World War:
1. It was marked by absence of any major 18. In context of Indian National 23. Which of the following pairs is/are
political activity after the suppression movement the Montford report of correctly matched? Geothermal energy
of Quit India Movement. 1918 is related to: location sites
2. The quit India movement suffered the (a) Gradual development of self- 1. Puga valley Arunachal Pradesh
most brutal suppression by the British governing institutions. 2. Manikaran Himachal Pradesh
forces since the revolt of 1857. (b) Correcting the wrongs of the 3. Unai Jammu & Kashmir
Which of the statements given above Jallianwalabagh Select the correct answer using the code
is/are correct? (c) Measures for arresting the rise of given below:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only nationalist movements (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (d) None of the above (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
15. Consider the following statements 19. Consider the following statements 24. Consider the following statements
about the princely states in India under about a revolutionary personality: 1. The state of Andhra Pradesh is the
the paramountcy of British Crown: 1. He was also known as Masterda largest producer of uranium in India.
1. The association of British with among his followers. 2. Thorium is found in large quantities in
princely states added to the gross 2. He professed that ‗Humanism is a the Monazite sands of Kerala.
misgovernment in these areas. special virtue of a revolutionary.‘ Which of the statements given above
2. The Government of India act 1935 3. He held position of Secretary in is/are correct?
was a major setback to princely states, district congress committee. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
as they were devoid of any With which of the revolutionary the trait (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
representation in legislature. give above matched?
Which of the statements given above (a) Surya Sen (b) Anant Singh 25. With reference to solar system consider
is/are correct? (c) Ganesh Ghosh (d) LokenathBaul the following statements:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. Jovian planets are made up of rocks.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 20. Consider the following events that 2. Jupiter, Saturn and Uranus have rings
occurred during the Tripuri session of around them.
16. Arrange the following events the Congress. 3. Planet Venus is considered as Earth‘s-
chronological order: 1. Subhash Chandra Bose stood in the twin‘ because its rotation is
1. Sarla Devi Chaudhurani presided over election as the spokesperson of similar to that of earth.
the first meeting of the Bharat Stree militant politics and radical groups. Which of the statements given above
Mahamandal in Allahabad. 2. Bose had an opinion that the British is/are correct?
2. Ramabai Ranade founded the Bharat Government should be given a six- (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
MahilaParishad, in Bombay. month ultimatum to grant India its (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. The death of the Revolutionary independence.
Pritilata Waddeddar while conducting Which of the statements given above 26. Consider the following statements:
a famous armory raid. is/are correct? 1. Nights are longer than the days.
4. Foundation of the Women's Indian (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. It is a region of high pressure.
Association by Annie Besent and (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the statements given above
Margaret Cousins. is/are correct about Australia on 21ST
Select the correct answer using the code 21. Consider the following statements: June?
given below. 1. Saptarishi is a group of seven stars (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1-2-4-3 (b) 2-1-4-3 that forms a part of Taurus (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) 1-4-3-2 (d) 4-1-3-2 Constellation.
2. Position of the pole star can be 27. Consider the following statements:
17. Consider the following statements located with the help of Saptarishi. 1. An asteroid is a small rocky body
about the Andhra Mahasabha: Which of the statements given above orbiting the sun and found only
1. For the promotion of Telugu is/are correct?
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language it involved in political (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. All Meteoroids vaporize completely in
activities since its nascent stage. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 earth‘s atmosphere.
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2. It took active interest in the problems 3. Comets orbit the sun, like asteroids
of the peasants. 22. Arrange the following lakes in west to and contain much more ice and dust.
east direction
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Which of the statements given above (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above
is/are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is/are correct?
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 33.Consider the following states: (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. Uttar Pradesh 2. Jharkhand
28. Which of the following are geothermal 3. Madhya Pradesh 4. Odisha 38. The term FOCAL‘ recently seen in news,
energy resources? Through which of the above states of in context of this consider the
1. Hydrothermal India, the Indian Standard Time (IST), following statements:
2. Geopressurised brines 82½° E longitude passes? 1. It is a portal launched by ―Inland
3. Hot dry rocks (a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only Waterways Authority of India (IWAI)
4. Magma (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only to connect cargo owners and
Select the correct answer using the code shippers.
given below: 34.Consider the following statements with 1. It will facilitate responses from the
(a) 2, 3 and 4 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only respect to the Tawa River logistic operators against the
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 1. Tawa River originates from the requirement raised by cargo owners.
Mahadeo Hills of Chhindwara district. Which of the statements given above
29. With reference to meridians of 2. It is the longest tributary of Tapi. is/are correct?
longitude, consider the following Which of the statements given above (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
statements: is/are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. All meridians are of equal length. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
2. Places west of Greenwich will be ahead (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 39. Consider the following statements
of Greenwich time and those to the with respect to Multilateral Investment
east will be behind it. 35.Which of the following pairs is/are Guarantee Agency (MIGA):
Which of the statements given above correctly matched? 1. It is a member of International
is/are correct? GRASSLAND REGION Monetary Fund (IMF).
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. Llanos Argentina 2. It promotes cross-border
(c) both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Veld South Africa investment in developing
3. Steppe Central Asia countries.
30. Arrange these following National Park 4. Campos Brazil 3. India is not a member of MIGA.
form west to east Select the correct answer using the code Which of the statements given above
1. Sariska 2. Kaziranga given below is/are correct?
3. Ranthambore 4. Bandhavgarh (a) 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only (a) 2 only (b) 1 and 2 only
Select the correct answer using the code (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 2 and 4 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
given below
(a) 1-2-3-4 (b) 1-3-4-2 36. Which of the following pairs is/are 40. Consider the following statements and
(c) 1-4-3-2 (d) 3-4-2-1 correctly matched? Index published by identify the curve:
1. Consumer price (Rural) Ministry of 1. Generally it shows a relationship
31. Which of the given pairs is/are Rural Development between tax revenue and rate of tax.
correctly matched? Important Trees 2. Wholesale Price Office of 2. It was cornerstone of President
Type of forest Economic Advisor Ronald Reagan‘s economic policy.
1. Mahogany Tropical deciduous forest 3. National Income Labour Bureau 3. India adopted such taxation policy
2. Teak Tropical Rain Forests Select the correct answer using the code after 1991.
3. Sundari Mangrove forests given below. Select the correct answer with the help of
4. Deodar Thorn forests (a) 1 only (b) 2 only above given statements.
Select the correct answer using the codes (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) Laffer curve (b) Kuznets curve
given below : (c) Engel curve (d) Tobin curve
(a) 3 only 37. Consider the following statements:
(b) 1 and 2 only 1. Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB) 41. With reference to the ―Concessional
(c) 1, 2, and 3 only is a strategy to advance women‘s Financing Scheme (CFS)‖, consider the
(d) All of the above rights. following statements:
2. India adopted the Gender responsive 1. The Scheme supports Indian
32. Consider the following statements budgeting system under the eighth companies to bid for strategically
1. Limestone deposits are found in five-year plan after it participated in important infrastructure projects
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Caucasus region of France. Beijing world conference of women in abroad.

2. Kalgoorlie and Coolgardie areas of 1995. 2. The Scheme is presently being
Western Australia have the largest 3. Union budget 2018-19 has decreased operated through the Reserve Bank
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deposits of diamond. the gender budget allocation due to of India.

Which of the statements given above the unutilisedNirbhaya fund.
is/are correct?
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3. The CFS enables India to generate 2. Disposable personal income do not Select the correct answer using the code
substantial backward linkage induced include part of income which has given below.
jobs. been paid as tax. (a) 1-2-3-4 (b) 1-2-4-3
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above (c) 2-1-3-4 (d) 2-1-4-3
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 50. Which of the following is not correct
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 about the Goods and Services Tax
regime?
42. With reference to Deregulation of 46. Which of the following is/are not a (a) GST was introduced to improved ease
Industrial Sector after 1991, consider characteristic of an effective tax of doing business in India.
the following statements system? (b) It came into effect by 103rd
1. Many goods produced by small scale 1. Flexibility Constitution Amendment Act.
industries have now been dereserved. 2. Administrative ease (c) The GST Council was set up by the
2. Industries which were reserved for the 3. Opaqueness President as per Article 279A of the
public sector were 4. Horizontal and vertical equity amended Constitution.
defenceequipments, atomic energy Select the correct answer using the code (d) Article 246A of the Constitution gives
generation and industrial explosives. given below: both Parliament and state legislatures
Which of the statements given above (a) 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only simultaneous power to legislate on
is/are correct? (c) 3 only (d) 3 and 4 only GST.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 47. With reference to the Regressive Tax, 51. Consider the following statements
consider the following statements: with reference to Ocean Acidification:
43. Consider the following statements 1. Under this system of taxation, the tax 1. When carbon dioxide (CO2) is
about the ―Solar Charkha Mission‖: rate diminishes as the taxable amount absorbed by seawater, pH of sea
1. The mission is implemented by the increases. water increases.
Khadi and Village Industries 2. This system of taxation generally 2. It impacts the shell and skeleton
Commission (KVIC). benefits the lower sections of the formation of marine organisms.
2. The selected individual or a promoter society having lesser incomes. 3. The deeper waters of the ocean are
agency for setting up of Solar 3. Income Tax in India is an example of naturally more acidic than the upper
Charkha Clusters would have at least Regressive Tax. layers.
50% women. Which of the statement given above Which of the statements given above
3. Societies and Trusts registered under is/are correct? is/are correct?
respective statutes could also apply (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
for setting up a Solar Charkha Cluster. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only
correct? 48. Which of the following statements 52. Which of the following could be
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only is/are incorrect regarding Goods and probable benefits of using BS VI?
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 services tax (GST) council? 1. It is expected to reduce carcinogenic
1. The Council is a joint forum of the emissions.
44. Consider the following statements centre and the states chaired by 2. It will introduce real driving emissions
with reference to Letter of Undertaking Union Finance Minister. for the first time.
(LoU) issued by banks: 2. The quorum for conducting a 3. It will reduce the cost of vehicles
1. It is a guarantee, as per which meeting is one tenth of the total running on BS VI fuel.
customers are allowed to raise money membership of the council. 4. It will increase the sale of diesel cars
from another Indian banks‘ foreign 3. Any act or proceedings will become in India.
branch in the form of short term invalid in case it was taken when there Select the correct answer using the code
credit. was a vacancy in the Council. given below:
1. The loan is used to make payment to Select the correct answer using the code (a) 3 and 4 only (b) 1 and 2 only
the customer‘s offshore suppliers in given below: (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only
foreign currency. (a) 1 only (b) 3 only
Which of the statements given above (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only 53. Consider the following statements
is/are correct? with respect to Forest Conservation
49. Arrange the following Green House
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(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Act, 1980:

(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Gases according to ascending order of 1. The act extends to whole of India,
their Global Warming Potential (GWP): including Jammu & Kashmir.
45. Consider the following statements: 1. Carbon Di-oxide 2. Under this act, forest land cannot be
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1. Personal Income of household do not 2. Nitrous Oxide diverted for non-forestry purposes
include transfer payment from the 3. Per-Fluoro-Carbon like dams and mining.
government. 4. Sulfur Hexa Fluoride
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3. Under the act central government has 1. SAFAR will also monitor the existence (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
the authority to constitute an of Benzene, Toluene and Xylene in the (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
advisory committee to advice on any atmosphere when compared with Air
matter related to conservation of Quality Index. 62. Which among the following
forests. 2. It would help in saving cost in organization publishes the Climate
Which of the statements given above agriculture, aviation and tourism Change Performance Index (CCPI):
is/are correct? sector. (a) IUCN (b) WWF
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 3. It has been developed by India (c) UNEP (d) None of these
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only Meteorological Department (IMD)
and World Meteorological 63. Which of the following are the main
54. With respect to Formalin‘, consider the Organization (WMO). functions of International Monetary
following statements: Which of the statements given above are Fund (IMF)?
1. It is a human carcinogen chemical. correct? 1. To assist in the establishment of a
2. Adding formalin to food products is (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only multilateral system of payments
illegal and punishable in India. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. The elimination of foreign exchange
3. It causes watery eyes, coughing, restrictions
wheezing, nausea and skin irritation. 58. Consider the following statements 3. To facilitate international monetary
Which of the statements given above about Temperate Broad-Leaf forests: cooperation
is/are correct? 1. They occur in the western Himalayas 4. To ensure the implementation of
(a) 2 only (b) 3 only in India. development projects
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. All oak species in the Himalayan Select the correct answer using the code
region are evergreen. given below:
55. Consider the following statements 3. They are rich in grasses. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
about the Birdlife International: Which of the statements given above (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only
1. It has a role in alleviation of poverty. is/are correct?
2. In India, the Birdlife is in partnership (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 64. Consider the following statement
with the Bombay Natural History (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1 Work has only magnitude and no
Society for its operations. direction.
3. It is solely responsible for compiling 59. Which of the following statement 2. Kinetic energy is the energy
the world‘s official Red List of bird regarding Kyoto Protocol is incorrect? possessed by an object due to its
species threatened with extinction. (a) It entered into force in February motion.
Which of the statements given above 2005. Choose the correct statement/s
is/are correct? (b) It recognized the principle of (a) Only 1
(a) 1 only Nationally determined (b) Only 2
(b) 2 and 3 only contributions. (c) Both 1 and 2
(c) 1, 2 and 3 (c) It sets binding emission reduction (d) None of the above
(d) None of the above targets.
(d) It aims to establish flexible market 65. In the recent times Li-Fi was in news,
56. With respect to Ganga Vriksharopan mechanisms based on the trade of Which of the following statement/s
Abhiyan‘, consider the following is/are correct with respect to it?
emissions permits.
statements: 1. Is a new technology that uses light
1. Ministry of Environment, Forest and waves, instead of radio frequency
60. Accreditation Master Agreement, is a
Climate Change is the nodal agency pre-requisite for the disbursement of waves, as a medium to carry data.
for this abhiyan. funds for a: 2. Speed of Li-Fi is less than Wi-Fi, but
2. It is part of ‗Forest intervention in (a) Green Climate Fund -approved its transmission range is more.
Ganga‘ a program by Global project. 3. In Li-Fi, anyone who has access to
Environment Facility (GEF). (b) World Bank approved project light can access the Internet
3. Adopt a Plant is an important (c) IMF approved assistance. Code:
component of this campaign. (d) None of these (a) 1 and 3
Which of the statements given above (b) 1 and 2
is/are correct? 61. Which among the following is/are (c) 2 and 3
(a) 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only Initiatives of CITES? (d) All of the above
1. The International Consortium on
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Combating Wildlife Crime. 66. Acromegaly occurs because of
57. With respect to SAFAR (State-of-the- 2. Monitoring the Illegal Killing of (a) Too much growth hormone prior to
art Air Quality and Weather Forecast Elephants. puberty
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System), consider the following 3. Global Wildlife Program. (b) Too much growth hormone as an
statements: Select the correct answer using the code adult
given below:
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(c) Not enough growth hormone as an 70. Consider the following statement 75. Consider the following statements and
adult 1. The force acting on an object choose the correct one/s
(d) Not enough growth hormone prior to perpendicular to the surface is called 1. Dialysis is a process of removing a
puberty thrust. dissolved substance from a colloidal
2. The effect of thrust depends on the solution by means of diffusion
67. Consider Following statements area on which it acts. through a suitable membrane.
1. An orbit is called sun-synchronous 3. A stretched brick kept on the ground 2. The process of dialysis can be slowed
when the angle between the line exerts more pressure than a brick by applying an electric field.
joining the centre of the Earth and the kept on the ground in standing 3. Ultrafiltration is the process of
satellite and the Sun is constant position. separating thecolloidal particles from
throughout the orbit Choose the correct statement/s the solvent and soluble solutes
2. PSLV is a four-staged launch vehicle (a) 1 and 2 present inthe colloidal solution.
with first and third stage using solid (b) Only 2 Code:
rocket motors and second and fourth (c) 1 and 3 (a) 1 and 2
stages using liquid rocket engines (d) All of the above (b) 2 and 3
Which of the above statement/s is/are (c) 1 and 3
correct? 71. Which of the following statements (d) None of the above
(a) Only 1 regarding Polydipsia is/are correct:
(b) Only 2 (a) It is a symptom of diabetes mellitus 76. Consider the following statements
(c) Both 1 and 2 (b) It is defined as excessive thirst 1. Weight of any object on earth is
(d) None of the above (c) It is caused by dehydration that directly proportional to the mass of
occurs due to excess glucose being that object.
68. Consider the following statement excreted by the kidneys 2. Ratio of the weight of any object on
1. The density of a given substance, (d) All of the above earth and on moon is 6:1.
under specified conditionsgenerally Choose the correct statement/s
remains the same. 72. Consider the following statements (a) Only 1
2. Objects having density less than that about Enzymes produced by plants and (b) Only 2
of the liquid in which they are animals and choose the correct one/s (c) Both 1 and 2
immersed, float on the surface of the 1. Enzymes works as biochemical (d) None of the above
liquid. catalysts.
3. All objects experience a force of 2. The zymase enzyme converts cane 77. The scientific objectives of AstroSat
buoyancy only when they are sugarinto glucose and fructose. mission are-
immersed in water. 3. Lacto bacilli enzyme converts milk to 1. To understand high energy processes
Choose the correct statement/s curd. in binary star systems containing
(a) 1 and 2 Code: neutron stars and black holes
(b) Only 1 (a) 1 and 2 2. Estimate magnetic fields of neutron
(c) Only 2 (b) 1 and 3 stars
(d) All of the above (c) 2 and 3 3. Perform a limited deep field survey of
(d) All of the above the Universe in the infra red region
69. Consider the following statements and Choose the correct answer using the
choose the correct one/s 73. Consider the following statements and codes given below
1. Substances, which alter the rate of a choose the correct one/s (a) Only 1 (b) 1 and 2
chemical reaction and themselves 1. The irritant red haze in the traffic and (c) 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3
remain chemically and quantitatively congested places is due to oxides of
unchanged after the reaction, are sulphur. 78. Which of the following are four major
known as catalysts. 2. Hydrocarbons are carcinogenic in classes of organic molecules?
2. Promoters are substances that nature. (a) Carbohydrate, lipid, protein and
enhance the activity of a catalyst 3. Carbon Dioxide binds to amino acids
while poisons decrease the activity of haemoglobin to form (b) Lipid, nucleic acid, protein and amino
a catalyst carboxyhaemoglobin. acids
3. The activity of a catalyst depends Code: (c) Carbohydrate, lipid, protein and
upon the strength of chemisorptions. (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 nucleic acid
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Code: (c) 1 and 2 (d) 1, 2 and 3 (d) Protein, nucleic acid, amino acid and
(a) 1 and 2 lipid
(b) 1 and 3 74. Type of genotype in an individual with
(c) 2 and 3 blood group B would be 79. With reference to PSLV, consider the
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(d) All of the above (a) IA IO (b) IA IB following statements:

(c) IOIO (d) IB IO 1. It is 3 stages satellite-launching
vehicle.
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2. All its missions have been successful 1. A Bill is circulated at least two days 87. Consider the following
so far. before it is scheduled to be 1. Chief Justice of India
3. Recently, PSLV-C38 created the introduced in either house. 2. Former Prime Ministers
history by launching 104 satellites 2. Each House of the Parliament is 3. Attorney General of India
into the orbit. empowered to form a select 4. Former Presidents
Which of the statements given above committee to examine a bill, 5. Members of Parliament
is/are correct? irrespective of the house in which the Arrange these above given with respect
(a) 1 and 3 bill has been introduced for the first to order of precedence.
(b) 1 and 2 time. (a) 4-1-2-3-5 (b) 3-5-2-1-4
(c) None of the above Which of the statements given above (c) 4-2-1-3-5 (d) 4-2-1-5-3
(d) All of the above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 88. Consider the following statements
80. Consider the following statements (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 regarding Elections in India:
with reference to the parliamentary 1. A Lok Sabha candidate can spend a
privileges: 84. Consider the following statements maximum amount of 70 Lakh in
1. It will be a breach of privilege of an with reference to Ordinary Bill: elections irrespective of the state he
MP if he is kept under preventive 1. Both the houses have similar belongs to.
detention before forty days of the legislation powers. 2. Limits on campaign expenditure are
beginning of Parliament session. 2. It can be introduced by any meant to provide a level-playing field
2. MPs are exempted from jury service parliamentarian except ministers. for everyone contesting elections.
when Parliament is in session. 3. President can either give his assent or 3. The election expenditure by a
Which of the statements given above return it for reconsideration by the national political party can‘t exceed
is/are correct? houses. the total expenditure done by its
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above are candidates under the provisions of
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 correct? RPA.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above
81. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct?
about Citizen‘s Charter: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only
1. The Citizen‘s Charter is legally 85. Consider the following statements (c) 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only
enforceable, so it is justiciable. about Delhi as a Union Territory under
2. It is a document which represents a the 69th Constitutional Amendment 89. Consider the following statements:
systematic effort to focus on the Act of 1991: 1. The retired judges of the Supreme
commitment of the Organization 1. The assembly of Delhi can make laws Court are prohibited from pleading or
towards its Citizens in respects of on all subjects except public order acting in any Court or before any
Standard of Services. and police. authority within the territory of India.
Which of the statements given above 2. The strength of the council of 2. Chief Justice of India can appoint
is/are correct? ministers is fixed at ten per cent of the officers and servants of the Supreme
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only total strength of the assembly. Court without any interference from
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. The chief minister is appointed by the the executive.
Lt. Governor. 3. Security of Tenure for judges
82. Who among the following are elected Which of the statements given above 4. Salaries of the judges of the Supreme
by proportional representation by is/are not correct? Court are charged on the
single transferable vote system? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only Consolidated Fund of India.
1. Members of Public Accounts (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above are
committee correct about Independence of Supreme
2. Members of Estimates committee 86. Consider the following statements Court?
3. Members of committee on public 1. Government needs parliamentary (a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 1 and 2 only
undertakings approval to spend money from Public (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
4. Members of departmental standing Accounts of India.
committees 2. Public Accounts of India includes all 90. Consider the following
Select the correct answer using the code the cash from savings accounts of the statements with reference to the
given below. departments and from taxes. Cut motion:
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
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3. Judicial deposits go to the 1. It is a motion to reduce any demand

(c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2,3 and 4 consolidated fund of India. for grant.
Which of the statements given above 2. It can reduce the amount of debt
83. Consider the following statements is/are incorrect? charges of Government of India that
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regarding the Law Making process of (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only is to be paid.
Indian parliament: (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. It helps in upholding the principle of
responsible government by probing
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the activities of the In which of the above mentioned 98. Consider the following statements
government. provisions we find mention of Education‘? with reference to the competition
4. It can raise a question of privilege. (a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only (b) 3, 4 and 5 only commission of India (CCI):
Which of the statements given above (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 1. The commission is a statutory body
is/are correct? having quasi-judicial powers.
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 4 only 95. Consider the following statements 2. The commission consists of one
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only about the 74th Constitutional chairman and six members.
Amendment Act: 3. The appeal against the decision of the
91. Consider following statements 1. It automatically extended to Union commission lies with the Competition
regarding Lok Adalats: Territories also. Appellate Tribunal.
1. These are statutory bodies. 2. This act empowers states to Which of the statements given above
2. There is no court fee payable when a constitute a District Planning is/are correct?
matter is filed in a Lok Adalat. Committee to consolidate the plans (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 only
3. The Person deciding the cases act as prepared by municipalities. (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
judges and pronounce judgment. 3. This act provides an auditor with
Which of statements given above is/are respect to the maintenance of 99. With reference to state legislative
correct? accounts by municipalities and the council, consider the following
(a) 1 only (b) 3 only auditing of such accounts. statements:
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above 1. Its scheme of composition has been
is/are correct? clearly laid down in the Constitution
92. Consider following statements: (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only and Parliament has no authority to
1. As per the provisions of Indian (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 change it.
constitution, the strength of UPSC is 2. Its 2/3rd members are nominated by
determined by the Parliament from 96. Consider the following statements: the governor.
time to time. 1. An independent Member of 3. Apart from Jammu and Kashmir, only
2. The members of UPSC are not eligible Parliament or state Legislature joins a six states have legislative council.
for further employment in the political party after his election. Which of the statements given above
government of India or state 2. A nominated member of the is/are correct?
governments. Parliament or state Legislature joins a (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Which of the statements given is/are political party after six months of his (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
correct? nomination as a member to the
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only parliament or state legislature. 100. If a particular area is brought under
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. An elected Member of Parliament or the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution
state Legislature from a political party of India, which one of the following
93. Consider the following statements votes contrary to the direction of his statements best reflects the
with reference to the removal of a consequence of it?
political party and such action is
Supreme Court Judge: (a) This would prevent the transfer of land
being condoned by the party within
1. Such a motion can be initiated in any of tribal people to non-tribal people.
15 days.
of the houses of the Parliament. (b) This would create a local self-
Which of the conditions given above will
2. He can be removed from his office by governing body in that area.
invite disqualification of the membership
an order of the President. (c) This would convert that area into a
under Anti- Defection law?
3. Such order for removal may be issued Union Territory.
by the President in the monsoon (d) The State having such areas would be
(c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
session while the motion has already declared a Special Category State
been passed in budget session. 97. Consider the following statements
4. Motion for removal lapses with the with reference to NOTA: Test - 89
dissolution of Lok sabha. 1. It is available for both direct and
Which of the statements given above indirect elections. 1. Consider the following statements
is/are correct? 2. It is coherent with the principle of about the Communal Award of August
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only Rule 49-O. 1932:
(c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only 3. If NOTA gets maximum number of 1. The Award allotted to each minority a
votes, election in that constituencies number of seats in the legislatures to
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94. Consider the following provisions of will be withheld. be elected on the basis of a separate
the constitution of India. Which of the statements given above electorate.
1. Directive Principles of State Policy is/are correct? 2. It recognized depressed class as a
2. Seventh Schedule (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only minority community.
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3. Fundamental Duties (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 only Which of the statements given above
4. Sixth Schedule is/are correct?
5. Fifth schedule (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
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(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Anandamath was written in Bengali 4 Tahzib-ul-Akhlaq Raja Ram Mohan
by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay. Roy
2. Regarding the Delhi manifesto, which 3. Anandamath was based on Sanyasi Code:
of the following statements is correct? Rebellian. (a) 1 only
(a) Demand by the nationalist to Choose the correct statement/s (b) 1 and 2 only
formulate a scheme to implement the (a) 1 and 2 (c) 3 and 4 only
dominion status for India. (b) 2 and 3 (d) None of the above
(b) Demand by the nationalist for the (c) Only 2
annulment of the partition of Bengal. (d) None of the above 13. A series of articles entitled 'New Lamps
(c) Program for the launch of the Quit for Old' was written by:
India Movement. 8. History of British India was written by- (a) Bal Gangadhar Tilak
(d) Mini Constitution prepared by the (a) James Mill (b) Aurobindo Ghosh
nationalist in response to the (b) Max Mueller (c) Lala Lajpat Rai
Government of India Act 1935. (c) Sir William Jones (d) Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
(d) H. T. Colebrooke
3. Consider the following statements 14. Which of the following pairs are
with reference to the Kitab-Ul-Hind 9. Which of the Following Newspapers correctly matched?
1. It is an Arabic work written by Al- were published from Maharashtra Newspapers Journalist
Biruni. during the Militant Nationalist 1 Indian Mirror G K Gokhale
2. It was written during the rule of Sultan Movement? 2 Amrit Bazar Patrika Sisir Kumar
Mahmud. 1. Mahratta 2. Kaal Ghosh
Which of the statements given above 3. Kesari 4. Yugantar 3 Sudharak N N Sen
is/are correct? 5. Sandhya 4 Voice of India DadabhaiNaoroji
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Select the correct answer using the codes Choose the correct answer using the
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 given below codes given below
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
4. Kiratarjuniyam is a composition of (b) 1, 4 and 5 only (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 3 and 4 only
which among the following poets? (c) 3 and 5 only
(a) Harisina (b) Magha (d) All of the above 15. Consider the following pairs of
(c) Bharvi (d) Shudraka newspapers and the language in which
10. Which of the following newspapers they were published
5. Which of the following pairs are was/were launched by Annie Besant to Newspaper language
correctly matched? campaign her thoughts to the people 1. The Hindoo Patriot Hindi
Book Author of India? 2. The Amrita Bazar Patrika Marathi
1. Hir Ranjha Waris Shah 1. New India 2. Commonweal 3. The Tribune English
2. Dastanbu Nadir Shah 3. Indian opinion Which of the given pairs is/are correctly
3. Najabat Var Mirza Ghalib Select the correct answer using the codes matched?
4. Tughlaq Nama Amir Khusro given below (a) 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Choose the correct answer from the (a) 1only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
codes below (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 2 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 4 only 16. The painting: 'Lady in The Moon Light'
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 2, 3, and 4 only 11. Which of the following events in is a creation of:
modern Indian history was called “a (a) AbanindraNath Tagore
6. Which of the following pairs is/are night of eternal gloom for India’ by the (b) Raja Ravi Verma
correctly matched? Bengali poet Nabin Chandra Sen? (c) Amrita Shergill
News paper Associated Person (a) The Revolt of 1857 (d) All of the above have painted on the
1. Sudharak B. G. TIlak (b) Battle of Plassey similar theme
2. Comrade Abul Kalam Azad (c) Battle of Buxar
3. New India M.K Gandhi (d) Santhal Rebellion 17. In the context of the history of Indian
4. Indian Mirror Debendra Nath Press, consider the following
Tagore 12. Which of the following Journals is/are statements
Select the correct answer using the code correctly matched with Editors 1. Lord Wellesley imposed the
given below associated with them? Censorship of Press Act in
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Journal Editor apprehension of a French Invasion.

1 Mirat-ul-Akbar Sir Syed Ahmed 2. Lord Ripon earned the title of
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Khan 'Liberator of Indian Press' for
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2 RastGoftar Pherozshah Mehta repealing the Vernacular Press Act.

7. Consider the following statement.
1. 'Poverty and Un - British rule in India' 3 Amrita Bazar Patrika Devendra Nath 3. The British were the first to bring
was written by R.C. Dutt. Tagore printing press to India.
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Choose the incorrect statement(s) 2. Pediplain found at the foot of glacial 27. With reference to the intrusive
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only mountains are covered with glacio- volcanic landforms, consider the
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 3 only fluvial deposits. following statements:
3. Outwash plain is an erosional plain 1. Laccoliths are lens shaped mass of
18. “India Wins Freedom” was written by formed due to torrential rainin arid igneous rocks occupying the crest of
(UPSC 1979) regions. anticline or the bottom of syncline
(a) Rajendra Prasad Which of the statements given above are and being fed by a conduit from
(b) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad incorrect? beneath.
(c) R.N. Tagore (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2. Batholiths are large dome shaped
(d) J.L. Nehru (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 body of magmatic material cooled
down at a deeper depth of crust.
19. Match List I with List II and select the 24. Consider the following statements 3. Sills and Dikes are tabular bodies of
correct answer using the codes given about Mantle Plume, which was magma that intrude into a fracture
below them: (UPSC 1990) recently seen in the news: and follow bedding planes.
List I (Books) : List II (Authors) 1. It is a convectional rise of hot magma Which of the statements given above
A. India Today :1. Valentine Chirol within the earth mantle due to heat is/are correctly matched?
B. India Unrest :2. B.G. Tilak exchange between mantle and core. (a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only
C. Geeta Rahasya : 3.JawaharlalNehru 2. Most of the world‘s volcanoes located (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
D. A Bunch of :4.Rajni Palme Dutt near the boundaries of tectonic plates
Old Letters : 5.MahatmaGandhi are the result of mantle plume. 28. Consider the following statements
Select the correct answer from the codes 3. Both climate change and mantle with respect to Coral Reefs:
given below: plume are responsible for ice sheet 1. Tropical Coral Reefs cover approx
ABCD collapse in Antarctica. one-third of total oceanic area and
(a) 4 1 2 3 (b) 5 4 2 3 Which of the statements given above are among the most bio-diverse
(c) 3 4 5 1 (d) 4 1 3 5 is/are correct? ecosystem of the Earth.
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 only 2. One-third of all reef building corals
20. Which one of the following is an (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 2 only are at the risk of extinction, while
important historical novel written about 75% will be threatened by the
during the latter half of the nineteenth 25. Consider the following statements end of 2050.
century? (UPSC 1996) with respect to Urban Heat Island: 3. The deltaic areas are the most
(a) RastGoftar 1. It refers to a metropolitan area which suitable for growth of coral reefs.
(b) Durgesh Nandini is lot warmer than its surrounding Which of the statements given above
(c) Maharatha rural areas. is/are correct?
(d) Nibandhamala 2. Building materials, waste heat and (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
dense population are responsible for (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
21. Which of the following are primary Urban Heat Islands.
causes of seasons on the earth? 3. The Urban Heat Islands are 29. Consider the following statements
1. Rotation of the earth characterized by greater cooling about the Nokrek Biosphere reserve:
2. Revolution of the earth during the night time as compared to 1. The entire area is mountainous and is
3. Elliptical path around sun surrounding areas. located in the Jaintiya hills of the
4. Earth‘s axial tilt Which of the statements given above are Meghalaya state.
Select the correct answer using the code correct? 2. The Barak River flows through this
given below: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only region.
(a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. Shifting cultivation is the principal
(c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 and most important economic
26. Consider the following statements activity practiced in this region.
22. With which of the following the term with reference to the Terai Arc 4. Much of the Nokrek Biosphere
Scarborough Shoal sometimes seen in Landscape (TAL): Reserve is covered by evergreen
news is associated? 1. It is a transboundary landscape forest.
(a) Antarctic Ocean. comprising Terai regions of India and Which of the statements given above
(b) Arctic Ocean. Nepal. is/are correct?
(c) South China Sea. 2. The UN Environment in association (a) 1 only (b) 3 and 4 only
(d) Mediterranean sea.
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with the IUCN is exclusively working (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
in TAL to conserve this unique
habitat. 30. Which of the following describes the
1. Peneplain is a lowland of faint relief
Which of the statements given above terms:- Karapadam, Kayal, Kari-
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with some low resistant remnants sometimes seen in news?

is/are correct?
called monadnocks formed due to (a) Systems of floating lakes found across
running water erosion. the rivers of Kerala.
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(b) Types of particularly vulnerable tribal 35. Consider the following statements (b) A proposed tax on international
groups (PVTG) of Nilgiri. about grasslands ecosystem: financial transactions, especially
(c) Systems of landscapes used for a 1. Grassland covers more terrestrial area speculative currency exchange
unique type of rice cultivation. than any other single biome type. transactions.
(d) Types of sacred groves found in the 2. The shola grasslands of India were (c) It is a type of currency transaction tax
Kerala. revived through the first time use of that is meant to be used for the
31. Consider the following statements alien plant species. purpose of controlling exchange-rate
with respect to Climate Forcing: Which of the statements given above volatility
1. It is any influence on climate that is/are correct? (d) None of the above
originates from outside the climate (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
system itself. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 40. Why is levying of Angel Tax considered
2. El Nino events are the most common as problematic by the Start-ups?
example of the Climate forcing. 36. With reference to windfall tax, (a) There is a scientific way to measure
Which of the statements given above consider the following statement: the ‘fair market value’ of a startup
is/are correct? 1. It is a tax imposed on companies (b) There is no objective way to measure
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only making unexpectedly high profits due the ‘fair market value’ of a startup
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 to favourable market condition. (c) Tax officials are not assessing the
2. India has recently imposed this tax on value of the start-ups based on their
32. Which of the following statements oil producers. net asset value at one point
explains the meaning of Bio-leaching? Which of the statements given above (d) None of the above
(a) It is the mechanism that utilizes is/are correct?
microorganisms to bio-degrade (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 41. Corporation tax:
organic matter in lakes and ponds. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) is levied and appropriated by the
(b) It is the mechanism that is applied States
externally to convert compost into 37. With reference to reverse charge (b) is levied by the Union and collected
manure. mechanism of GST, consider the and appropriated by the States
(c) It is the mechanism that utilizes living following statements: (c) is levied by the Union and shared by
organisms to extract minerals from 1. Reverse Charge means the liability to the Union and the States
the ore. pay tax is on the recipient of supply of (d) is levied by the Union and belongs to
(d) It is the mechanism that makes goods or services instead of the it exclusively
bacteria and other microorganisms supplier of such goods or services.
suitable for bioremediation. 2. Any amount payable under this 42. A redistribution of income in a country
system shall be paid by debiting the can be best brought about through:
33. Consider the following pairs: electronic cash ledger. (a) progressive taxation combined with
MIKE sites Associated States Which of the statements given above progressive expenditure
1. DihingPatkai Elephant Reserve is/are incorrect? (b) progressive taxation combined with
Arunachal Pradesh (a) 1 only (b) 2 only regressive expenditure
2. Eastern Dooars Elephant Reserves (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) regressive taxation combined with
Odisha regressive, expenditure
3. Shivalik Elephant Reserve Uttarakhand 38. Consider the following statements (d) regressive taxation combined with
Which of the pairs given above is/are about Goods and Services Tax Network progressive expenditure
correctly matched? (GSTN):
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only 1. It serves as the interface between the 43. The Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT)
(c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only government and the taxpayers. was introduced in the Budget of the
2. The government owns larger per cent Government of India for the year:
34. Consider the following statements: of the share than private players. (a) 1991-92 (b) 1992-93
1. Eutrophication is the process of Which of the statements given above (c) 1995-96 (d) 1996-97
increased productivity of a lake as it is/are correct?
ages. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 44. All revenues received by the Union
2. Duck feeding is one of the reasons (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Government by way of taxes and other
behind Lake Eutrophication. receipts for the conduct of
3. Planktonic growth has highest 39. Which of the following is correct about Government business are credited to
Angel Tax? the?
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productivity in the Eutrophic stage.

(a) It refers to the income tax payable on (a) Contingency Fund of India
capital raised by unlisted companies (b) Public Account
is/are correct?
via issue of shares where the share (c) Consolidated Fund of India
(a) 1 and 2 only
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price is seen in excess of the fair (d) Deposits and Advances Fund
(b) 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 market value of the shares sold.
45. Consider the following items:
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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1. Cereal grains hulted (b) Revenue generation from tax Which of the statements given above
2. Chicken eggs cooked increases with the reduction of tax is/are correct?
3. Fish processed and canned rate. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
4. Newspaper containing advertising (c) Proportion of income allocated for (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
material food purchase increases with increase
Which of the above items is/are in income. 53. Consider the following statements
exempted under GST (Goods and Services (d) Establishes an inverse relationship regarding Green Strategic Partnership:
Tax)? between price and quantity demand 1. It is a mutually beneficial
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only for food. arrangement to advance political
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 cooperation between India and
50. Consider the following pairs: Denmark.
46. Which of the following Unemployment type Description 2. Its focus is on an ambitious
schemes/programmes comes under 1. Structural Occurs when there implementation of the Paris
poverty alleviation in India? are not a sufficient number of people Agreement and the UN Sustainable
1. Swaranjayanti Gram Swarozgar qualified to fill the vacant jobs. Development Goals.
Yojana (SGSY). 2. Frictional It can arise due to Which of the statements given above
2. Rural Housing – Indira Awaas Yojana people moving between jobs. is/are correct?
(IAY). 3. Open Occurs when (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
3. Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY). people are unemployed at certain (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Select the correct answer using the code times of the year.
given below: How many pairs given above are correctly 54. Which of the following key factor is
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only matched? associated with the obligations of
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) Only one pair “Minimata Convention”?
(b) Only two pairs (a) The adverse effects of climate change.
47. Which of the following best describe (c) All three pairs (b) Controlling of anthropogenic release
Cyclical Poverty? (d) None of the pairs of mercury.
(a) It may be widespread throughout a (c) Prevention of human trafficking.
population, but its occurrence is of 51. Consider the following statements (d) Cross- border terrorism
limited duration. with reference to data protection
(b) It may be widespread throughout a ecosystem: 55. Consider the following statement
population, but its occurrence is 1. Data Empowerment and Protection regarding World Trade Organization
constant. Architecture (DEPA) has been formed (WTO):
(c) It may be limited throughout a under the personal data protection 1. WTO is the only international
population, but its occurrence is of Act 2021 to promote good data organisation dealing with the global
unlimited duration. governance. rules of trade between nations.
(d) None of these. 2. DEPA allows people to access their 2. WTO also covers trade in services and
data and share it with third party others issues such as intellectual
48. Consider the following statements institutions. rights.
regarding measurement of income 3. “Data principal” is the first Which of the statements given above
inequality in India: organization who gets access to is/are correct?
1. In the Lorenz curve, the line at the 45º private data of some individual and (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
angle shows perfectly equal income decides its use. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
distribution. Which of the statements given above
2. A Gini Coefficient of zero means is/are correct? 56. Which of the following is/are the
perfect inequality, while a Coefficient provisions of Hydrogen/Green
of 1 represents that everyone has the Ammonia Policy?
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
same income. 1. The benefit of Renewable Purchase
Which of the above statements is/are Obligation (RPO).
52. With reference to UAE-India
correct? Comprehensive Economic Partnership 2. Waiver of inter-state transmission
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Agreement, consider the following charges for a period of 25 years will
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 statements: be allowed to the manufacturers for
1. The India-UAE CEPA is the first deep the projects commissioned before
30th June 2025.
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49. Which of the following is correct and full free trade Agreement to be
expression of Engel’s law? signed by India with any country in 3. Connectivity to the grid on priority
(a) Proportion of Income allocated for the past decade. basis to avoid procedural delays.
food purchase decreases as income 2. Gems & Jewellery sector contributes Select the correct answer using the code
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rises. a substantial portion of India’s given below:

exports to the UAE. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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57. Consider the following statements 61. Which among the following Protocol (c) IMF approved assistance.
regarding the World Trade primarily addresses the traditional (d) None of these
Organisation (WTO): knowledge associated with genetic
1. The WTO Agreements contain resources with provisions on access, 66. Consider the following statements
“special and differential treatment” benefit-sharing and compliance? about catalytic convertors and choose
provisions which give developing (a) Cartagena Protocol the correct one/s
countries special rights. (b) Nagoya Protocol 1. It is used in automobiles.
2. The Bali Ministerial Conference in (c) Kyoto Protocol 2. The main component of the converter
2013 established a mechanism to (d) Montreal Protocol is a ceramic honeycomb coated with
review and analyse the precious metals
implementation of special and 62. Consider the following statements 3. The exhaust from automobiles after
differential treatment provisions. regarding Green Climate Fund (GCF): being treated are harmless to the
Which of the statements given above 1. It is an operating entity of the atmosphere.
is/are correct? financial mechanism under the UN Code:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Convention to Combat (a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Desertification (UNCCD). (c) 2 and 3
2. It was formed as a result of (d) All of the above
58. Consider the following statements negotiation at Cancun Climate
regarding Agenda 21: Change Conference (COP 16). 67. Consider the following statements
1. It is an action plan of the United 3. It is headquartered in one of the regarding The Bio-Indicator Lidar
Nations related to sustainable European Union Countries. Instrument, or BILI
development. Which of the statements given above 1. BILI is a fluorescence-based lidar, a
2. It was an outcome of the Paris is/are correct? type of remote-sensing instrument
agreement on Climate Change. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only similar to radar in principle and
3. The Commission on Sustainable (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 only operation.
Development was created to monitor 2. It uses radio waves to detect and
and report on implementation of the 63. Consider the following statements analyse the composition of particles
agreements. with refernece to Conference of Parties in the atmosphere.
Which of the statements given above (COP) of UNFCC: Choose the correct statement/statements
is/are correct? 1. Conference of Parties-27, scheduled be using the codes given below
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only convened in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only 2. India has announced in COP-26 to cut (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
emissions intensity of its GDP to 45%,
59. Consider the following statements by 2030, from 2005 level. 68. Consider the following statements
regarding United Nations Conference 3. In COP-26, Indian government has 1. Mendelian disorders and
on the Human Environment:
committed to achieve net zero Chromosomal disorders are two
1. It resulted in Stockholm Declaration.
emission by 2070. types of genetic disorder.
2. It was the UN's first major conference
Which of the statements given above 2. Mendelian disorders are mainly
on international environmental
is/are correct? determined by alteration or mutation
issues.
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only in the single gene.
3. Indira Gandhi was the Prime Minister
(c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 1 and 3 only 3. The chromosomal disorders are
of India at the time of the Conference.
caused due to the absence of a pair
Which of the statements given above 64. Which of the following statement of chromosome only.
is/are correct? regarding Kyoto Protocol is incorrect? Choose the incorrect statements
(a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (a) It entered into force in February 2005. (a) 1 and 3 (b) Only 2
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (b) It recognized the principle of (c) Only 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3
60. Consider the following statements Nationally determined contributions.
regarding the UN Convention to (c) It sets binding emission reduction 69. Albinos have visual problems in bright
Combat Desertification (UNCCD): targets. light because they lack
1. It is the only legally binding (d) It aims to establish flexible market (a) Cones (b) Rods
framework set up to address mechanisms based on the trade of (c) Melanin (d) Creatine
desertification. emissions permits.
2. It has not yet resulted in any
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70. Consider the following statement

international treaty to fight 65. Accreditation Master Agreement, is a about haemophilia
desertification. pre-requisite for the disbursement of 1. Haemophilia is an example of
Which of the statements given above funds for a: Mendelian disorder
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is/are correct? (a) Green Climate Fund-approved 2. In this disease, a single protein that is a
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only project. part of the cascade of proteins
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (b) World Bank approved project
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involved in the clotting of blood is 2. The NPE has been prepared by 2. Oxygen is carried by platelets in the
affected Department of Science and human body
3. The family pedigree of Queen Victoria Technology. 3. Plasma transports food, carbon
shows a number of 3. An Electronics Development Fund will dioxide and nitrogenous wastes in
haemophilicdescendents. be created to promote innovation in dissolved form.
Choose the incorrect statement the country. Choose the correct statement/s
(a) 1 and 2 Which of the above statement/s is/are (a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3
(b) Only 2 correct? (c) Only 1 (d) Only 3
(c) 1 and 3 (a) 1 and 3 (b) 1 and 2
(d) None of the above (c) Only 2 (d) 1, 2 and 3 80. What is OSIRIS-REX?
(a) World’s largest Radio Telescope
71. What is Gaia? 75. With reference to Agni-5 missile (b) A newly discovered habitable planet
(a) An Antarctic research station recently seen in news, consider the in Earth’s Goldilocks Zone
commissioned by US following statements: (c) NASA’s space probe for asteroid
(b) A driverless car that can detect 1. It is an indigenously built nuclear sampling mission
surroundings using a variety of capable ICBM. (d) A dwarf planet in the Kuiper belt
techniques 2. It has been developed by DRDO
(c) A mission to chart a three 3. It is the part of the Integrated Guided 81. Consider the following statements
dimensional map of our Milky way Missile Development Programme. regarding Union Public Service
Galaxy Which of the statements given above Commission:
(d) A Space Observatory to study black is/are correct? 1. While making reservations of
holes (a) 1 and 2 appointments or posts in favour of
(b) 2 and 3 any backward class of citizens this
72. Consider the following statement (c) 1 and 3 body is consulted.
1. The discovery that led to the (d) All are correct 2. With regard to the selection for a post
development of first antibiotic was temporarily which is not more than a
made by Fleming. 76. Consider the following; year, UPSC is not consulted.
2. Antibiotics are chemical substances, 1. Fungus like mushroom is used as a Which of the statements given above
which are produced by some source of nutrition as well as medicine is/are correct?
microbes and can kill or retard the 2. Polysaccharides, polyesters and many (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
growth of other microbes. other varieties of biopolymers are (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. Typhoid, chicken pox as well as produced by many microorganisms
cholera are diseases caused by Which of the statements given above
1. For the first time it was constituted on
bacteria. is/are correct?
the recommendation of John Mathai
4. Fleming was awarded Nobel prize for (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2
committee.
his discovery after first world war. (c) Both 1 and 3 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. It can suggest alternative policies for
Choose the incorrect statement/s
efficient administration.
(a) 1 and 4 (b) 2 and 3 77. Cancer cells can be easily destroyed by
3. It is the highest membered financial
(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) Only 3 radiation because of
committee.
(a) Rapid cell division
4. Only Lok Sabha members can
73. Recently ADITYA was in news, consider (b) Fast mutation
become chairman of this committee.
Following Statements with reference (c) Lack of oxygen
Which of the committee is being referred
to ADITYA. (d) Lack of mutation
to in the above statements?
1. This mission will study the Corona of
(a) Public Accounts Committee
Sun. 78. Consider the following statement
about vitamin. (b) Estimate Committee
2. It will be put into geosynchronous
1. Vitamin-A deficiency leads to dry skin (c) Committee on Public Undertakings
orbit.
and poor vision (d) Business Advisory Committee
3. It is a Joint venture of ISRO and NASA.
Which of the above statement/s is/are 2. One of symptoms of rickets is bone 83. Consider the Following Statements
correct? become soft. 1. Discussion on motions takes place
(a) 1 and 3 (b) Only 2 Choose the correct statement/s only after consent given by speaker.
(c) Only 3 (d) Only 1 (a) Only 1 2. A private member can
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(b) Only 2 move a resolution on any day.

74. Consider the following statement with (c) Both 1 and 2 3. All motions are to be voted upon but
respect to National Policy on (d) None of the above not all resolutions.
Electronics (NPE). Which of the statements given above
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1. The NPE envisages setting up of two 79. Consider the following statement is/are incorrect?
semiconductor wafer fabrication 1. Oxygen is more soluble in water than (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
units. carbon dioxide. (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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84. With reference Comptroller and 4. Organisation of Gram Sabha in a (b) Only two pairs
Auditor General of India (CAG), village or group of villages (c) All three pairs
consider the following statements: Select the answer using the code given (d) None of the pairs
1. CAG holds office for a period of five below.
years or up to the age of sixty-five (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only 91. The ‘MAARG’ portal sometimes seen
years. (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 only in the news is related to which one of
2. CAG submits his audit reports relating the following?
to the accounts of a state to the State 88. Consider the following statements (a) It is a one stop platform to facilitate
governor. with reference to Central Armed Police mentorship for start-ups.
3. It has often been criticized that due to Force: (b) It is a single portal to settle industrial
CAG‘s rigid behavior PSU‘s ceases to 1. The Central Reserve Police Force disputes.
be flexible in today‘s competitive (CRPF) was raised as a continuation to (c) It is an online portal for scholarship
environment. the political unrest and the agitations programme for tribal students.
Which of the statement given above in the then princely States of India (d) It is a single window tax clearance
is/are correct? following the Madras Resolution of portal for corporates in the country.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only the All-India Congress Committee in
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1936. 92. Consider the following statements:
2. CISF provides security to the strategic 1. The Ministry of Road Transport and
85. With reference to the removal of the establishments, important Highways of India has mandated
judges of Higher Judiciary, consider government buildings in Delhi as well National Highways Logistics
the following statements: some private sector units. Management Limited to develop
1. A notice of a motion to remove the 3. The Border Security Force exclusively multi-modal logistics parks.
judge has to be signed if emanating performs duties to protect 2. The National Highways Logistics
from the Lok Sabha, by not less than international borders of the country. Management Limited is a 100%
fifty members. Which of the statements given above owned Special Purpose Vehicle of
2. The Speaker or Chairman can accept is/are correct? National Highways Authority of India.
or reject the motion. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 3. India’s first multi-modal logistics park
3. The removal motion is to be passed (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 has been approved to Jawaharlal
by each House of Parliament by Nehru Port.
special majority. 89. Which of the following are not the Which of the statements given above are
Which of the statements given above objectives of Poshan Abhiyaan? correct?
is/are correct? 1. To prevent and reduce stunting in (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only children of age 0-6 years. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. To reduce high birth weight.
3. To reduce the prevalence of anaemia 93. Which of the following grievances are
86. Consider the following exclusively among adolescent girls of not taken by the Department of
statements with respect to the age group 10-16 years. Administrative Reforms and Public
Cabinet Committees: Select the correct answer using the code Grievances (DARPG)?
1. These are non-constitutional and given below: 1. Subjudice cases.
non- statutory body. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2. Personal and family disputes.
2. These are set up by the Prime (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. RTI matters.
Minister. 4. Anything that impacts upon friendly
3. These are always headed by the Prime 90. Consider the following pairs: relations with other countries.
Minister. e-Court Project Description Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the statements given above 1. JustIS Mobile App 2.0 a given below:
is/are incorrect? cloud service developed for (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only government entities to generate (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(c) 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only Secure, Scalable & Sugamya
(Accessible) websites. 94. With reference to the Scheme
87. Which among the following is/are not 2. The digital court an initiative to “SHRESHTA”, consider the following
compulsory provision(s) under Part IX make court records available to the statements:
of the constitution? judge in digitised form to enable the 1. It has been launched by the Ministry of
1. Holding election within six months. Education.
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transition to Paperless Courts.

2. Devolution of power to perform some 3. S3WaaS a tool available to 2. It aims exclusively to provide seats for
or all of the 29 functions listed in the judicial officers for effective court and the meritorious Tribal students in the
Eleventh Schedule of the case Management. best private residential schools in the
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Constitution. How many pairs given above are correctly country.

3. Constitution of State Finance matched? 3. Students under the scheme will avail
Commission every 5 years (a) Only one pair the benefits up to Class 12th only.
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Which of the statements given above (d) It aims to enable the industry players 3. Which statement about Amir Khusrau
is/are correct? for creating a market for revenue is not true? (UPSC 1981)
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only generation. (a) He worked for the Hindu-Muslim
(c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only Unity
99. Consider the following statements (b) He was a great poet
95. With reference to “NAMASTE scheme” with reference to Operation Megh (c) He was a great historian
consider the following statements: Chakra: (d) He wrote poetry in Hindi and Urdu
1. It is Central sector scheme. 1. It is initiated against the circulation
2. This scheme designed to provide and sharing of Child Sexual Abuse 4. ‘Lilavati’ an outstanding work by
fastest visa to business delegates Material. Bhaskara was produced in medieval
across European Nations 2. It is an initiative of Intelligence Bureau. period, which was later translated into
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above many foreign languages. Its subject
is/are correct? is/are correct? matter is:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) Medical Science (b) Astronomy
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) Mathematics (d) Dramatics
96. With reference to the Insurance 100.Consider the following statements: 5. After consolidating his power, Balban
Regulatory Development Authority 1. A bill amending the Constitution assumed the grand title of (UPSC 1997)
(IRDA), consider the following requires a prior recommendation of (a) Tute-i-Hind (b) Kaisr-i-Hind
statements: the President of India. (c) Zil-i-Ilahi (d) Din-i-Ilahi
1. IRDA was established by a 2. When a Constitution Amendment Bill
presidential order. is presented to the President of India, 6. Consider the following: (UPSC 1998)
2. It was established after the it is obligatory for the President of 1. Tughlaquabad Fort
recommendations of Malhotra India to give his/her assent. 2. Lodi Garden
Committee report. 3. A Constitution Amendment Bill must 3. Qutub Minar
3. It supervises the working of the Tariff be passed by both the Lok Sabha and 4. Fatehpur Sikri
Advisory Committee. Rajya Sabha by a special majority and The correct chronological order in which
Which of the statements given above there is no provision for joint sitting. they were built is
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above are (a) 3, 1, 4, 2 (b) 3, 1, 2, 4
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only correct? (c) 1, 3, 2, 4 (d)1, 3, 4, 2
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
7. The Mongols under Gengis Khan
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
97. Which of the following is/are the invaded India during the reign of
salient features of ‘Jan Samarth’ (UPSC 2001)
Portal?
Test - 90 (a) Balban
1. Only those schemes which provides (b) Feroz Tughlaq
1. Which of the given statement/s is/are
credit support to the beneficiary are correct? (c) Iltutmish
included in the Portal. 1. Firdausi was the poet laureate at the (d) Muhammad bin Tughlaq
2. Beneficiary can track real time status court of Mahmud of Ghazni.
of their loan application. 2. A high water mark in the Iranian 8. Which of the following pairs is
3. Auto recommendation of the best correctly matched? (UPSC 2001)
renaissance was reached with
suitable scheme for beneficiary. (a) Dewan-i-bandagani : Tughlaq
Firdausi’s Shah Namah.
Select the correct answer using the code (b) Dewan-i-Mustakhraj :Balban
Code:
given below: (c) Dewan-i-Kohi :Alauddin Khilji
(a) Only 1
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (d) Dewan-i-Arz: Muhammad Tughlaq
(b) Only 2
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Both 1 and 2
9. The historian Barani refused to
consider the state in India under Delhi
98. With reference to recently launched
2. With reference to different written Sultans as truly Islamic because (UPSC
Unified Logistics Interface Platform
accounts, consider the following pairs 2002)
(ULIP), which of the following
of work and its writer: (a) The majority of the population did
statement is incorrect?
Account Writer not follow Islam
(a) It is a part of the National Logistics
1. Rihla AlBiruni (b) The Muslims theologists were often
Policy.
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2. Kitab-ul-Hind Ibn Battuta disregarded

(b) Three ministries have been integrated
Which of the pairs given above is/are (c) The Sultan supplemented the Muslim
with ULIP.
correctly matched? law by framing his own regulations
(c) It helps in Route Optimization
(a) 1 only
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Planning. (d) Religious freedom was accorded to

(b) 2 only non-Muslims
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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10. With reference to medieval Indian 14. In Alauddin Khilji’s period, ‘Dagh’ and Which of the statements given above
rulers, which one of the following ‘Hulia’ were is/are correct?
statements is correct? (UPSC 2002) (a) Types of taxes (a) 1 only
(a) Alauddin Khilji first set up a separate (b) Branding of Horses and list of (b) 2 and 3 only
Ariz’s department soldiers (c) 1 and 2 only
(b) Balban introduced the branding (c) Gifts presented to nobles (d) All of the above
system of horses of military (d) None of above
(c) Muhammad bin Tughlaq was 19. Which of the following pairs is/are
succeeded by his uncle to the Delhi 15. Consider the following statements correctly matched?
throne about administration during Sultanate Administrative positon
(d) Firoz Tughlaq set up a separate period and choose the correct one/s Department
department of slaves 1. Naib was the most powerful post 1. Diwan-i-Wazarat Defence or
during the sultanate period. War Minister
11. Mark the correct options 2. The revenue department of sultanate 2. Sadr-us-Suddar Minister of Islamic
1. Tughlaqs generally used red period was headed by Ariz-i-mumalik Law
sandstone in their buildings. 3. Diwan I Risalat was the diplomatic 3. Diwan-l-lnsha Correspondence
2. Firuz Shah Tughlaq used lotus as a correspondences of sultanate period. Minister.
decorative design in all his buildings. Code: 4. Diwan-I-Arz Foreign Affairs
Code: (a) 1 only Minister.
(a) Only 1 (b) 1 and 3 only Code:
(b) Only 2 (c) 3 only (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) All of the above (c) 3 and 4 (d) All the above
16. Consider the following statements 20. With reference to dispensation of
12. ‘His reign was notable for his about the administrative reforms Justice in Delhi Sultanate Period,
administration. He strictly followed the undertaken by Firoz Shah Tughlaq and consider the following statements:
advice of the ulemas in running the choose the correct one/s 1. Sultan himself acted as court of
administration. Iqta system was 1. He was the first sultan to impose appeal.
revived and made hereditary. Jiziya irrigation tax 2. Judges were appointed to maintain
was strictly imposed on non-Muslims. 2. He made the iqta system hereditary. law and justice.
He was the first Sultan to impose Select the correct answer using the codes 3. Muhammad Tughlaq exempted
irrigation tax. But at the same time he given below religious priest from the
dug irrigation canals and wells. He also (a) 1 only punishments.
developed royal factories called (b) 2 only Which of the Statements given above
karkhanasin which thousands of slaves (c) Both 1 and 2 is/are correct?
were employed. About 300 new towns
(d) None of the above (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
were built during his reign. A new
department called Diwan-i-Khairatwas (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
created to take care of orphans and
about market reforms carried out by 21. Which among the following areas have
widows. Free hospitals and marriage
Alauddin Khilji and choose the correct been declared both World Heritage
bureaus for poor Muslims were also
one/s site as well as Biosphere Reserve by
established during his reign.’
1. Munhiyans were appointed to collect UNESCO?
Who is the above described
tax from the markets. 1. Khangchendzonga
Sultan/Emperor?
2. Each market was under the control of 2. Gulf of Munnar
(a) Sikandar Lodi
a high officer called Shahna-i- Mandi. 3. Nanda Devi
(b) Balban
Select the correct answer using the codes 4. Panchmari
(c) Mohd. Bin Tuglaq
given below Select the correct answer using the code
(d) Firoz Shah Tuglaq
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only given below:
13. Which of the following given pairs (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 4 only
is/are correctly matched? (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1,2,3 and 4
Monuments place 18. Consider the following statements
1. Alai Darwaza Delhi about Kabir: 22. With reference to Earthquake Waves,
2. GolGumbaj Vijayanagar 1. He belonged to a family of Muslim consider the following statements:
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3. Jahaz Mahal Mandu weavers. 1. The Secondary waves (S-waves) are

Code: 2. He was a disciple of the Hindu guru similar to the sound waves and it can
(a) 1 only Ramanand. travel only through solid materials.
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(b) 1 and 2 only 3. The compilation of his teachings is 2. Surface waves are considered to be
(c) 1 and 3 only called Vachanas. the most damaging waves and they
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are last to be reported on the Which of the statements given above are 2. Cardamom hills do not constitute the
seismograph. correct? outer extent of the peninsular
3. The shadow zone of S-wave is larger (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only plateau.
than that of the P-waves. (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 3. Eastern and Western Ghats meet each
Which of the statements given above other at Nilgiri Hills.
is/are correct ? 27. Which of the following could be a Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only result of Diastrophism? is/are correct?
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. Increase in height of Himalayas (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
2. Tsunami (c) 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3
23. Consider the following statements: 3. East African Rift
1. The continental crust is thicker in the 4. Tides 32. Which among the following pairs
areas of major mountain systems. Select the correct answer using the code is/are correctly matched?
2. The lower mantle beyond the given below: Landform - Region
asthenosphere is in liquid state. (a) 1 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only 1. Duns - Chandigarh-Kalka
3. Uppermost part of the mantle (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only 2. Duars - Sikkim
together with crust is called 3. Bughyals - Uttarakhand
lithosphere. 28. Arrange the following mountain Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the statements given above ranges from North to South direction given below-
is/are 1. Shiwalik range (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
correct? 2. Karakoram range (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 3. Zaskar range
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 4. Ladakh range 33. Which among the following rivers flow
Select the correct option using the code through rift valley?
24. Consider the following statements: given below- 1. Narmada 2. Mahanadi
1. A volcano in which magma is having (a) 4-2-3-1 (b) 2-4-3-1 3. Tapi 4. Godavari
higher silica content is more (c) 3-2-4-1 (d) 2-3-1-4 Select the correct answer using the code
explosive. given below-
2. Higher the silica content lower is the 29. Match the following (a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 1 and 3 only
viscosity of magma. Pass - Mountain Range (c) 1, 2, and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
3. Basaltic magma is highly viscous in 1. Banihal Pass -i) Zaskar Range
nature as compared to other forms of 2. Diphu Pass- ii) Arunachal Himalayas 34. Which among the following tribes
magma. 3. PhotuLa - iii) PirPanjal inhabit the Arunachal Himalayan
Which of the statements given above 4. Palghat - iv) Western Ghat region?
is/are correct ? Choose the correct answer using the code 1. Abor 2. Mishmi
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only given below- 3. Lambada 4. Koya
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1-i, 2-ii, 3-iii, 4-iv Choose the correct answer using the code
(b) 1-iii, 2-iv, 3-ii, 4-i given below-
25. How many countries that share land (c) 1-iii, 2-ii, 3-i, 4-iv (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only
boundaries with India do not have (d) 1-i, 2-iii, 3-ii, 4-iv (c) 1,2 and 3 only (d) 2,3 and 4 only
access to any ocean or sea?
(a) 2 (b) 1 30. Consider the following statements 35. Which among the following basins
(c) 3 (d) 4 with respect to the Northern plains in have been identified for prospective
India- exploration of shale oil?
26. Consider the following statements 1. Sandbars, ox-bow lakes and braided 1. Krishna-Godavari Basin
about Floating Treatment Wetlands channels are features of Terai region. 2. Cambay Basin
(FWTs): 2. Bhabar belt is characterized by 3. Satluj-Jhelum Basin
1. They are artificial floating islands on marshy and swampy landform. 4. Assam-Arakan Basin
which plants are developed to clean 3. Dudhwa National Park is located in Choose the correct answer using the code
the lake through hydroponics system. the Terai region. given below-
2. These structures don‘t make use of Which of the statementsgiven above (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2,3 and 4 only
any non-Biodegradable substances, is/are correct? (c) 3 only (d) 1,2 and 4 only
hence are ecofriendly. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 36. Consider the following pairs:
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3. It cleans the lake by absorbing

nutrients dissolved in the water, such Employment Generation Schemes/
as excess nitrates and oxygen. 31. Consider following statements - Programmes Ministry
4. The first ever such project has been 1. Mushroom rocks are the prominent 1. Atmanirbhar Bharat Rojgar Yojana
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launched in Neknampur Lake in features found in Nagpur plateau Ministry of Skill Development
Hyderabad. region.
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2. Mahatma Gandhi National Rural 40. Which of the following are pull factors 1. It was established on the
Employment Guarantee Act Ministry for majority of rural migrants to urban recommendation of the Rangarajan
of Panchayati Raj areas? Commission.
3. Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Rojgar 1. Poverty 2. It operates under the aegis of
Abhiyaan Ministry of Rural 2. Availability of regular work Department of Economic Affairs.
Development. 3. Natural Disaster Which of the statements given above
How many pairs given above are correctly 4. Relatively higher wages is/are correct?
matched? Code: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) Only one pair (a) 1, 2 and 4 (b) 2 and 4 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) Only two pairs (c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(c) All three pairs 45. Consider the following statements
(d) None of the pairs 41. Which of the following better explains about World Steel Association:
Kuznet curve? 1. One of the objective to Promote
37. With reference to the term (a) Establishes relationship between market competition that is free of
'moonlighting ' which of the following economic growth and Human capital government interventions
is correct? formation. preventing fair trade.
(a) Animal behavior characterized by (b) Shows relationship between 2. It is an inter-governmental
being active during the night. economic growth and employment organization of all developed
(b) Reflection of moon light on the earth generation. countries producing steel and steel
during full moon day. (c) Economic growth initially leads to products.
(c) Taking up a second job or multiple greater inequality, followed later by Which of the statements given above
other work assignments apart from reduction of inequality. is/are correct?
one’s full-time job. (d) There is a constant and positive (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(d) Artificial moon created by China for relationship between economic (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
saving energy during night time. growth and inequality.
46. Which of the following organization
38. Which of the following statements are 42. Consider the following statements publishes World Economic Situation
most closely associated to the term with respect to recently launched e- and Prospects (WESP) report?
“moonlighting”? Sahaj Portal: (a) United Nations Conference on Trade
(a) Animal behavior characterized by 1. It will provide security clearance for and Development (UNCTAD)
being active during the night. organizations from anywhere over (b) World Economic Forum
(b) Annual international event in which Internet. (c) International Monetary Fund
households and business 2. It also covers processing of (d) World Bank
establishments across the globe applications for grant of license/
permission/approval of any type. 47. Consider the following statements
switch off non-essential lights for an
with respect to Green Economy:
hour. 3. Ministry of Home Affairs is the nodal
1. It is an alternative vision to generate
(c) Taking up a second job or multiple agency for providing clearance
growth and improvements in people
other work assignments apart from through this portal.
live and in ways of consistent with
one’s full-time job. Which of the statements given above
sustainable development.
(d) Artificial moon created by China for is/are correct?
2. A Green Economy Initiative has been
saving energy during night time. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only
started by the European Union for
assisting the Middle East countries in
39. With reference to types of
greening their economies.
unemployment, consider the following 43. Consider the following
statements about PAISA: Which of the statements given above
statements:
1. It is a centralized electronic platform is/are correct?
1. Frictional unemployment is the result
for processing interest subvention on (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
of voluntary employment transitions.
bank loans to beneficiaries. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. Structural unemployment can
produce permanent disruptions in an 2. The web platform has been designed 48. Consider the following statements
economy. and developed by Reserve Bank of with respect to Carbon tax:
3. High levels of frictional India, which is the Nodal bank. 1. It is a form of pigovian tax.
unemployment are remedied by fiscal Which of the statements given above 2. It helps in reducing the emission of
stimulus. is/are correct? greenhouse gases.
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Which of the statements given above (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. India introduced carbon
is/are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 tax through a finance act in 2018.
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only Which of the statements given above are
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(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 44. Consider the following statements correct?
about National Statistical Commission (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(NSC): (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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49. Which of the following is the objective 2. Gems & Jewellery sector contributes of implementing and managing the
of the U.K. Sinha committee recently a substantial portion of India’s Treaty.
formed by RBI? exports to the UAE. Which of the statements given above
(a) Timely and adequate availability of Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
finance to the MSME sector is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(b) Assessment of the inflation (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
targeting scheme (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(c) Doubling of farmer‘s income 59. Which of the following countries is/are
(d) None of the above 55. Consider the following statements the members of Asia Pacific Trade
regarding Green Strategic Partnership: Agreement (APTA)?
50. Which of the following is not a 1. It is a mutually beneficial 1. Japan 2. India
member of Eurasian Economic Union? arrangement to advance political 3. US 4. Laos
(a) Uzbekistan cooperation between India and 5. China
(b) Armenia Denmark. Select the correct answer using the codes
(c) Belarus 2. Its focus is on an ambitious given below.
(d) Russian Federation implementation of the Paris (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2, 4 and 5 only
Agreement and the UN Sustainable (c) 1 and 5 only (d) 1, 3 and 5 only
51. Which among the following is/are Development Goals.
Initiatives of CITES? Which of the statements given above 60. Consider the following statements:
1. The International Consortium on is/are correct? 1. The East Asia Summit (EAS) is a
Combating Wildlife Crime. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only unique Leaders-led forum of the
2. Monitoring the Illegal Killing of (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 countries of the Asia-Pacific region.
Elephants. 2. BIMSTEC is a regional organization
3. Global Wildlife Program. 56. India has recently secured access to the comprising member states lying in
Select the correct answer using the code Port of Duqm in Oman. How it would the littoral and adjacent areas of the
given below: benefit India? Bay of Bengal.
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only 1. The Duqm port will be available for 3. India is a member of both EAS and
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 maintenance of Indian military vessels BIMSTEC.
and help in countering Chinese Which of the statements given above
52. Which among the following influence and activities in the region. is/are correct?
organization publishes the Climate 2. It will provide an alternative route to (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
Change Performance Index (CCPI): Afghanistan, bypassing the land route (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, and 3
(a) IUCN (b) WWF through Pakistan.
(c) UNEP (d) None of these 3. It is strategically located, near the 61. What is the importance of developing
Chabahar port in Iran. “Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit
53. Which of the following are the main Which of the statements given above Transport Project” by India?
functions of International Monetary (a) India’s trade with African countries
is/are correct?
Fund (IMF)? will enormously increase.
1. To assist in the establishment of a (b) Contribute to the economic
multilateral system of payments development of the North-Eastern
2. The elimination of foreign exchange States of India
restrictions (c) India will not depend on Pakistan for
about Intermediate Range Nuclear
3. To facilitate international monetary Forces Treaty access to Afghanistan and Central
cooperation 1. It was signed in the year 2015. Asia.
4. To ensure the implementation of 2. It requires the P5 countries to (d) Pakistan will facilitate and protect the
development projects permanently destroy all of their installation of a gas pipeline between
Select the correct answer using the code nuclear and conventional ground- Iraq and India.
given below: launched ballistic and cruise missiles.
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only Which of the statements given above 62. In the CASPIAN SEA BREAKTHROUGH
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only is/are correct? TREATY, an initiative of five countries,
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only which of the following is/are not a
54. With reference to UAE-India (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 participant?
Comprehensive Economic Partnership 1. Azerbaijan 2. Uzbekistan
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Agreement, consider the following 3. China 4. Iran

statements: 5. Iraq
about Indus water treaty:
1. The India-UAE CEPA is the first deep Select the answer using the code given
1. It was brokered by IMF.
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and full free trade Agreement to be below.

2. A Permanent Indus Water
signed by India with any country in (a) 1 only (b) 2, 3 and 5 only
Commission is entrusted with the task
the past decade. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 5 only
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63. Consider the following: 1. It is capable of sending spacecraft 72. Consider the following statements
1. Australia 2. Bangladesh into orbit and returning to the earth’s 1. The energy possessed by a body due
3. Brunei 4. Indonesia surface to its change in position or shape is
5. Malaysia 2. The final version will take at least 10- called the potential energy.
Which of the countries mentioned above 15 years to get ready. 2. The sum of kinetic energy and
are members of Regional Comprehensive Which of the above sentence(s) is/are potential energy of an object is its
Economic Cooperation (RCEP)? true? total mechanical energy.
(a) 1 and 2 only (a) Only 1 Choose the incorrect statement/s
(b) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only (b) Only 2 (a) 1 Only
(c) 3, 4 and 5 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (b) 2 Only
(d) All of the above (d) None of the above (c) Both 1 and 2
64. Consider the following statements 68. Consider the following statements
about ‘International Day of 1. To specify the speed of an object, we 73. Consider the following statement
Multilateralism and Diplomacy for require only its magnitude. 1. An object remains in a state of rest or
Peace’ 2. The velocity of an object can be of uniform motion in a straight line
1. It was organised by the United changed by changing the object’s unless compelled to change that state
Nations. speed and direction of motion. by an applied force
2. It emphasised on the issue of climate Choose the correct statement/s 2. Objects have tendency to maintain its
change. (a) Only 1 velocity untill a force acts on it.
Which of the statements given above (b) Only 2 Choose the correct statement/s
is/are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (d) None of the above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
69. Which part of the brain is involved in 74. Consider the following statements
65. Consider the following statements loss of control among habitual about Scramjet engine launched by
about the Partnership for Action on drinkers? ISRO-
Green Economy (PAGE) (a) Medulla oblongata 1. The scramjet engine is used only
1. It is an initiative of the Organisation (b) Cerebrum during the atmospheric phase of the
for Economic Cooperation and (c) Cerebellum rocket’s flight.
Development. (d) Hypothalamus 2. India is the only country in the world
2. It aims to assist the countries in so far to demonstrate the flight
achieving and monitoring the 70. Which of the following statement/s testing of scramjet engine.
Sustainable Development Goals. is/are correct with respect to plasma 3. Scramjet engines designed by ISRO
3. Its objectives are in consonance with state of matter? uses hydrogen as fuel and the oxygen
the Rio+20 declaration. 1. Like gases, plasmas have no fixed from the atmospheric air as the
Which of the statements given above shape or volume, and are less dense oxidiser.
is/are correct? than solids or liquids. Which of the given statement/s is/are
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2. The Fluorescent bulbs and neon sign correct?
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 bulbs also contains plasma. (a) 3 Only (b) 1 and 3
Code: (c) 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3
66. Consider the following statement (a) Only 1
about gravitational waves (b) Only 2 75. Quantum dot refers to;
1. Gravitational waves are small ripples (c) Both 1 and 2 (a) Quantum dots are tiny man-made
in space-time that are believed to (d) None of the above crystals and they are so small that you
travel across the universe at the can’t see them with a typical
speed of light. 71. Which of the Following Statement/s microscope
2. They were predicted to exist by Albert is/are correct? (b) The sharpest possible tip of an
Einstein as a consequence of his (a) The melting point of a solid is an Atomic Force Microscope
General Theory of Relativity. indication of the strength of the force (c) A fictional term used in science fiction
3. It was detected by using a large of attraction between its particles for the endpoints of wormholes
telescope named as LIGO. (b) During melting process, the (d) Unexplained spots that appear in
Choose the correct statement temperature of the system does not
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electron microscopy images of

(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 change after the melting point is nanostructures smaller than 1
(c) Only 1 (d) 1, 2 and 3 reached nanometer
(c) Both (a) and (b)
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67. Consider the following sentences with (d) Only (b) 76. Consider the following Statements
reference to the ‘Reusable Launch regarding Leprosy in India.
Vehicle (RLV)’ of ISRO.
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1. 2nd highest Leprosy population of 2. It only focuses on the empowerment Which of the statements given above
world resides in India. of women in rural areas. is/are correct?
2. Recently India has developed World’s 3. Identification of the families will be (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
first vaccine that is targeted done through socio economic caste (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
exclusively at Leprosy. census data.
Which of the above is/are Correct? Which of the statement given above 86. With reference to Defence of India Act,
(a) 1 Only (b) 2 Only is/are incorrect? 1915, consider the following
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) None of these (a) 3 only (b) 2 only statements:
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. It was enacted with the intention of
77. Which of the following statements curtailing the revolutionary activities
regarding Blackholes is incorrect? 82. With reference to TULIP program, during the 1st world war.
(a) It is a cosmic body of extremely consider the following statement: 2. It did not contain any provisions
intense gravity from which nothing, 1. It is launched by Ministry of science related to death penalty or
not even light can escape and technology. transportation for life with respect to
(b) Massive stars—those of more than 2. It aims to enable fresh graduates with its violation.
three solar masses—become black experiential learning opportunities in Which of the statements given above
holes at the end of their lives the urban sector. is/are correct?
(c) Black holes cannot be observed Which of the statements given above (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
directly on account of both their small is/are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
size and the fact that they emit no (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
light (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 87. With reference to PM Cares Children
(d) All of the above Statements are Scheme, which of the following
Correct 83. Which of the following is/are the statements is/are correct?
objectives of National Technical 1. It aims to support children who have
78. International Day against Nuclear Textiles Mission? lost both the parents to COVID-19
Tests is celebratedon 1. Creation of incubation centres pandemic.
(a) 29 August (b) 22 August 2. Promotion of start-ups and ventures 2. It ensures protection of children
(c) 19 August (d) 7 August 3. Import of advanced machineries through financial support on reaching
4. Non-competitive approach of 23 years of age.
79. How many bones are there in a Human industry 3. It does not include children who have
Body? Select the correct answer using the code lost legal guardian or adoptive
(a) 300 (b) 206 given below: parents.
(c) 205 (d) 250 (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only Select the correct answer using the code
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 2, 3 and 4 only given below:
80. Consider the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
1. These days the head of the safety 84. Which of the following initiatives fall (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
match contains only antimony under the aegis of Atal Innovation
trisulphide and potassium chlorate. Mission (AIM)? 88. With reference to New India Literacy
2. The rubbing surface(Match Box) has 1. Make in India Programme, which of the following
powdered glass and a little White 2. Mentor India statements is/are correct?
phosphorus . 3. The Aatmanirbhar Bharat ARISE-ANIC 1. It will be implemented through
3. When the match is struck against the program volunteerism through online mode.
rubbing surface, some White 4. Vernacular Innovation Program 2. The scheme will cover non-literates of
phosphorus gets converted into Red Select the correct answer using the code the age of 15 years and above.
phosphorus. given below: 3. The objectives of the scheme is to
4. This immediately reacts with (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only impart only foundational literacy and
potassium chlorate in the matchstick (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 numeracy.
head to produce enough heat to Select the correct answer using the code
ignite antimony trisulphide and start 85. Consider the following statements: given below:
the combustion. 1. PM SAMPADA Yojana aims at (a) 2 only (b) 1 and 2 only
Choose the correct statements creation of modern post-harvest (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) 1 and 4 (b) 1, 2 and 3 infrastructure and off-farm
employment opportunities.
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(c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 89. Consider the following statements

2. PM- Formalization of Micro Food regarding SMILE Scheme:
81. With reference to UJJAWALA scheme, Processing Enterprises Scheme aims 1. It provides rehabilitation to the
consider the following statement: for setting up and upgradation of two transgender community.
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1. It aims to safeguard the health of lakh existing micro food processing 2. It does not include the people
women by providing them with a enterprises across the country. engaged in the act of begging.
clean cooking fuel.
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3. It includes housing facility in the form 2. PM- Formalization of Micro Food Concurrent list and is repugnant with
of ‘Garima Greh’. Processing Enterprises Scheme aims the Union law on the same subject.
Which of the statements given above for setting up and upgradation of two 3. A bill relates to the imposition of
is/are correct? lakh existing micro food processing taxes on water or electricity in certain
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only enterprises across the country. cases falling under Article 288.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above 4. A bill imposing restrictions on trade
is/are correct? and commerce under Article 304 and
90. Which of the following form part of (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Article 255.
the Panchsheel principles by (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 5. A bill giving effect to Directive
Jawaharlal Nehru? Principles of State Policy.
1. Mutual respect for each other’s 94. Which among the following Articles Which of the bills given above must be
territorial integrity but not could be associated with the “Right to reserved for the President's
sovereignty Vote”? consideration?
2. Non-interference in each other’s 1. Article 15 2. Article 16 (a) 1, 3, and 4 only (b) 1 and 3 only
internal affairs 3. Article 17 4. Article 19 (c) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only (d) 2, 4, and 5 only
3. Equality and mutual benefit 5. Article 21 6. Article 32
4. Peaceful co-existence Select the correct answer using the code 98. With reference to the Parliamentary
Select the correct answer using the code given below: Committees of Lok Sabha, consider the
given below: (a) 1, 2, 4,5 and 6 only following statements:
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only 1. A Parliamentary Committee
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (c) 2,3, and 6 only nominated by the speaker continues
(d) 4 and 5 only to hold office till the term of the
91. With reference to SeHAT initiative, speaker appointed it.
which of the following statements 95. Which Article of the Constitution of 2. The Deputy Speaker is always
is/are incorrect? India could be associated with the appointed as the Chairperson of the
1. It is exclusively designed for concept of compassionate committee of whom he is a member.
differently abled persons. appointments? Which of the statements given above
2. It is launched by Ministry of Defence. (a) Article 39 (b) Article 41 is/are correct?
3. It aims to provide quality healthcare (c) Article 43 (d) Article 46 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
services to the individuals from the (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
comfort of their homes. 96. With reference to the Election
Select the correct answer using the code Commission of India, consider the 99. Consider the following statements:
given below: following statements: 1. Pursuant to the report of H.N. Sanyal
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. All members of the election Committee, the Contempt of Courts
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only commission are removed on grounds Act, 1971 was passed.
similar to the judge of a Supreme 2. The Constitution of India empowers
92. Consider the following statements Court. the Supreme Court and the High
regarding the Pradhan Mantri 2. The annual expenditure of the Courts to punish for contempt of
Formalisation of Micro food Election Commission is charged- themselves.
processing Enterprises (PMFME) upon like other constitutional bodies. 3. The Constitution of India defines Civil
Scheme: 3. The Election commission has an Contempt and Criminal Contempt.
1. The scheme was launched under the independent secretariat on the line of 4. In India, the Parliament is vested with
Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan as a the Lok Sabha Secretariat. the powers to make laws on
central sector scheme. Which of the statements given above Contempt of Court.
2. It aims to enhance the is/are not correct?
competitiveness of existing individual (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above
micro-enterprises in the unorganized (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct?
segment of the food processing
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
industry. 97. The Office of the Governor under the
Which of the statements given above Indian Constitution is given several
is/are correct? discretionary powers. One such power
100.With reference to India, consider the
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only is reserving a bill for the President’s
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 consideration. In this regard, consider
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the following bills and their objective 1. Government law officers and legal
1. A bill derogating the powers of the firms are recognized as advocates,
High Court. but corporate lawyers and patent
1. PM SAMPADA Yojana aims at
attorneys are excluded from
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creation of modern post-harvest 2. A bill allowing the implementation of

a State law which is based on the recognition as advocates.
infrastructure and off-farm
2. Bar Councils have the power to lay
employment opportunities.
down the rules relating to legal
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education and recognition of law (d) None of the above 12. Consider the following statements:
colleges. 1. The Sufis were Muslim saints who
Which of the statements given above 6. Which one of the following sequences sought to communicate with the God
is/are correct? indicates the correct chronological through their ascetic practices.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only order? [2004] 2. Khwaja Muinuddin Chishti was
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) Shankaracharya–Ramanuja– contemporary of Sultan Muhammad
Chaitanya Tughlaq.
(b) Ramanuja–Shankaracharya– Which of the statements given above
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Chaitanya is/are correct?
(c) Ramanuja–Chaitanya– (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. The theme of Ravana Shaking mount
Shankaracharya (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
kailash is found at
(d) Shankaracharya–Chaitanya–
(a) Ajanta Caves
Ramanuja 13. Consider the following statements
(b) Badami Caves
regarding Bhakti saint Ramanuja:
(c) Ellora Caves
7. Bhakta Tukaram was a contemporary 1. Ramanuja preached the doctrine of
(d) Udayagiri Caves
of which Mughal emperor? [2006] Visishtadvaita in the twelfth century
(a) Babar (b) Akbar 2. According to Ramanuja, God is
2. Which of the following pairs are
(c) Jahangir (d) Aurangzeb Nirgunabrahman.
correctly matched?
Emperor Painters 3. Ramanuja encouraged Prabattimarga
8. Among the following, who was not a or path of self-surrender to God.
1. Humayun Abdus Samad
proponent of Bhakti cult? [2010] 4. Ramanuja invited the downtrodden
2. Jahangir Basawan Lal
(a) Nagarjuna (b) Tukaram to Vaishnavism.
3. Akbar Ustad Mansur
(c) Tyagaraja (d) Vallabhacharya Which of the Statements given above are
given below: correct?
9. With reference to the religious history (a) 2, 3 and 4 only
of India, consider the following (b) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 statements: [2016-I]
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only
1. The concept of Bodhisattva is central
3. Consider the following statements (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
to Hinayana sect of Buddhism.
with reference to the Rajarajeshvara
2. Bodhisattva is a compassionate one
temple: 14. Consider the following pairs:
on his way to enlightenment. School of Philosophy Founder
1. It was constructed by Chola King
3. Bodhisattva delays achieving his own 1. Nyaya Gotama
Rajaraja.
salvation to help all sentient beings 2. Vaishesika Kanada
2. Shiva Linga located inside the temple.
on their path to it. 3. Purva Mimamsa Jaimini
3. Priests of the temple hold court in the
Which of the statements given above 4. Vedanta Vyasa
mandapas beside the temple, hearing
is/are correct? How many pairs given above are correctly
out social problems.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only matched?
(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) Only one pair (b) Only two pairs
is/are not correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (c) Only three pairs (d) All four pairs
10. Who among the following Mughal
(b) 3 only
Emperors shifted emphasis from
(c) 1 and 3 only 15. With reference to the religious
illustrated manuscripts to album and
(d) All of the above practices in India, the "Sthanakvasi"
individual portrait? (UPSC 2019)
sect belongs to
(a) Humayun (b) Akbar
4. The famous temple of Lord Shiva, (a) Buddhism (b) Jainism
(c) Jahangir (d) Shah Jahan
Kandariya Mahadeva constructed by: (c) Vaishnavism (d) Shaivism
(a) Chola Dynasty 11. Consider the following statements
(b) Pala Dynasty 16. The sufi saint who maintained that
about Khalsa Panth.
(c) Chandela Dynasty devotional music was one way of
1. Guru Arjan Singh was the founder of coming close to God was; [1996]
(d) Rashtrakutra Dynasty this community. 1. Muin-ud-din Chisti
2. Purpose of panth was to fight against 2. Baba Farid
5. Identify the art form with the help of Cruelty and oppression in any form.
following information: 3. Saiyid Muhammad Gesudaraz
Which of the given statements is/are 4. Shah Alam Bukhari
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1. Kanishka was a patron.

correct?
2. Mainly dealt with Buddhist Art.
(a) 1 only 17. Assertion (A): The sponsor and the
3. Roman style draperies
(b) 2 only most prominent figure of the Chisti
Code:
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(c) Both 1 and 2 order of Sufis in India is Khwaja

(a) Gandhara school of art (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Moinuddin Chisti.
(b) Mathura school of art
(c) Amravati school of art
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Reason (R): The Chisti order takes its 2. It identifies laws which are no longer
name from a village Chisti in Ajmer. 22. With reference to Disqualification on needed or relevant and repeals such
In the context of the above two Ground of Defection‘ consider the law
statements, which one of the following following statements: 3. Its recommendations are not binding
is correct? [1997] 1. An Independent member incurs on government
1. Both A and R are true but R is the disqualification if he joins any political Which of the statements given above
correct explanation of A party. is/are correct?
2. Both Aand R are true but R is not the 2. A nominated member incurs (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
correct explanation of A disqualification if he joins a political (c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only
3. A is true but R is false party any time after being nominated.
4. A is false but R is true Which of the statements given above 26. Which of the following are compulsory
is/are correct? provisions of the 73rd Constitutional
18. Which one of the following pairs of (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Amendment Act, 1992?
composers in different languages and (c) Both1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. Making Panchayat an autonomous
their works on the Mahabharata theme body.
is correctly matched? [1997] 23. Consider the following statements 2. Organisation of Gram Sabha in a
(a) Sarladasa–Bengali with reference to Private Members’ village or group of villages.
(b) Kasirama–Oriya Bill: 3. Granting financial powers to the
(c) Tikkana–Marathi 1. It is a bill introduced by any Member panchayats.
(d) Pampa–Kannada of Parliament who is only from the Select the correct answer using code
opposition party given below:
19. Who among the following was the first 2. The period of notice for introduction (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
Bhakti saint to use Hindi for the of such a Bill is one month (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
propagation of his message? [2002] 3. The constitution of India specifies
(a) Dadu (b) Kabir that there is no veto power in the 27. Consider the following statements:
(c) Ramananda (d) Tulsidas hands of president with reference to 1. The constitution of India provides for
such a Bill equality before law and equal
20. With reference to the religious history
Which of the statements given above protection of law
of medieval India, the Sufi mystics
is/are INCORRECT? 2. The concept of equality before law is
were known to pursue which of the
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only absolute in nature
following practices? [2012 - I]
(c) 1 only (d) 3 only 3. Equal protection of law means that all
1. Meditation and control of breath
2. Severe ascetic exercises in a lonely persons in similar circumstances shall
24. Consider the following statements: be given the same rights and
place
1. The writ petition for the violation of liabilities.
3. Recitation of holy songs to arouse a
fundamental rights can be filed either 4. The rule of law forms the basis of the
state of ecstasy in their audience
in the High Courts or in the Supreme Indian Constitution
Court Which of the statements given above
given below:
2. A writ of Habeas corpus cannot be is/are correct?
filed when the person or authority (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
against whom the writ of habeas (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
corpus is filed is not within the
about the Election Commission of territorial jurisdiction of the court 28. Consider the following statements
India: 3. The writ of Mandamus cannot be about Electoral Bond:
1. The Constitution mandates the issued against the President of India 1. An NRI can contribute to Electoral
Election Commission of India to 4. The writ of Quo-Warranto can be Bond.
consist of three election issued against the chief minister of a 2. Comptroller and Auditor General
commissioners. state for non-performance of her/his have the authority to audit electroal
2. The Election Commissioners enjoy constitutional duties bonds funded to different political
veto power to decide any matter. Which of the statements given above parties.
3. The Election Commission determines are correct? 3. Any political party is eligible for
the territorial areas of the electoral (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only funding under the Electoral bond.
constituencies throughout the (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Which of the statements given above
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country. is/are correct?

Which of the statements given above 25. With reference to Law Commission of (a) 1 only
India, consider the following (b) 2 and 3 only
is/are correct?
statements: (c) 1 and 3 only
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(a) 1 and 2 only

1. It is a statutory advisory body with a (d) None of the above
(b) 2 and 3 only
fixed composition
(c) 3 only
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29. Consider the following statements: (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only people.
1. Constitution provides a set of basic (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Select the correct answer using the
rules that allow for minimal code given below:
coordination amongst members of a 33. Consider the following features of the (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
society Indian constitution. (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
2. It is necessary that a country is 1. Office of governor
democratic if the country is holding 2. Federal scheme 37. With reference to a Political party,
regular election and has a 3. Public Service commission consider the following conditions:
constitution 4. Administrative details 1. A political party wins two per cent of
3. The constitution of India was not 5. Emergency powers seats in the Lok Sabha at a general
subject to referendum Government of India Act 1935 can be election and these candidates are
Which of the statements given above cited as a source of which of the elected from a single state
is/are correct? provisions mentioned above? 2. A political party is recognised as a
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 4 and 5 only state party in 3 or more states.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 3. A political party secures six per cent
of valid votes polled in any four or
30. With reference to District Judges in 34. With reference to the position of Lok more states at a general election to
India, consider the following Sabha and Rajya Sabha, consider the the Lok Sabha or to the legislative
statements: following statements: assembly and, in addition, it wins four
1. District judges are appointed by 1. With reference to a constitutional seats in the Lok Sabha from any state
governor of the concerned state in Amendment Bill both the houses or states A Political party is
consultation with the state public have equal powers. recognised as a National Party by
service commission 2. A resolution for the discontinuance of Election Commission
2. A person to be appointed as district the national emergency can be of India if it fulfils which of the above
judge should have been an advocate passed by both the Lok Sabha and condition/s?
for at least 5 years Rajya Sabha. (a) Condition 1 only
Which of the statements given above 3. Only Rajya Sabha can authorise the (b) Condition 2 only
is/are correct? Parliament to make a law on a subject (c) Condition 3 only
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only mentioned in the State List under (d) Any of the above mentioned
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Article 249. conditions
31. Consider the following statements is/are correct? 38. Which of the following is/are reflective
about the National Flag of India: (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only of the idea for a welfare state.
1. As per the recent amendment of the (c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 1. New Deals program
Flag Code of India, the government 2. Beveridge Report
has allowed the flag to be flown at 35. Consider the following statements Select the correct answer using the code
night. with respect to the collegium system: given below:
2. The parliament of India in 1951 1. As per Article 124 of the Indian (a) Only 1
adopted the present flag as the Constitution, every judge of the (b) Only 2
National Flag of India. Supreme Court shall be appointed by (c) Both 1 and 2
Which of the statements given above the President after the consultation (d) None of the Above
is/are correct? with a collegium of four senior-most
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Judges. 39. Consider the following governments
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. Currently, the collegium system and identify which represents the
applies only with respect to the present NDA led Indian government?
32. Consider the following statements appointment of judges but not to 1. Limited 2. Responsible
about Parliamentary Standing their transfer. 3. Majority 4. Coalition
Committees Which of the statements given above Select the correct answer using the code
1. These are permanent in nature and is/are correct? given below:
can be constituted by an act of (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1, 2 and 3 only
parliament Committees on Public (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (b) 2 and 3 only
2. Undertaking were formed under the (c) 2, 3 and 4 only
recommendation of the Krishna
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36. Which among the following are federal (d) All of the Above
Menon committee. features of Indian constitution?
3. The Public Undertaking committee is 1. Independent and integrated judiciary 40. Which type of state is generally
consulted while appointing Directors 2. Written/Codified constitution observed in a totalitarian and
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of Public Sector Undertakings. 3. Distribution of power authoritarian regimes?

Which of the statements given above 4. Autonomous level of government (a) Nanny State (b) Police State
is/are correct? which is directly responsible to the (c) Welfare State (d) Corporate State
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41. Which of the following is the oldest 1. The bulk of the Indus basin falls within (c) Gulf of Suez and Mediterranean Sea
mountain range in India? Pakistan but a part of it is shared by (d) Gulf of Aqaba and Dead Sea
(a) Aravali Mountains Punjab and Haryana.
(b) Western Ghats 2. The Ganga Brahmaputra basin is 55. Consider the following statements
(c) Himalayas larger of the two and covers a large regarding Nebular Hypothesis:
(d) Both A & C number of states in northern India. 1. This theory proposed that Earth was
Which of the above statement(s) is/are formed by a collision with a Mars-
42. Which of the following region supports correct? Code: sized planet.
the Karewas formation? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. Thi s theory stated tha t the uni verse
(a) North-eastern Himalayas (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is expanding.
(b) Himachal-Uttaranchal Himalayas Which of the following statements i s/are
(c) Eastern Himalayas 49. Consider the following statement(s) correct?
(d) Kashmir Himalayas is/are related to the Water Projects and (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Dam (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
43. Which of the following himalyan 1. Ranjit Sagar Dam is on the river Beas.
mountain range where the Kashmir 2. Hirakud Dam is on the river Damodar. 56. With reference to the Big Bang
Valley lie? 3. The reservoir Gandhi Sagar is on the Theory, the universe consists of which
(a) Siwalik and Pir Panjal river Chambal. among the following?
(b) Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar Which of the above statement(s) is/are 1. Mostly dark matter and dark energy.
(c) Zaskar and Pir Panjal correct? 2. Mostly iron and other heavy
(d) Dhauladhar and Zaskar (a) Both 1 and 2 (b) 3 only elements.
(c) Both 2 and 3 (d) Both 1 and 3 3. Mostly hydrogen and helium.
45. Consider the following statement(s) Select the correct answer using the code
is/are related to the Eastern Ghats 50. Which of the following river is also given below:
1. It is a discontinuous range of called as yarlund zangbo in China ? (a) 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
mountains, which have been eroded (a) Ganga (b) Brahmaputra (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 only
and vivisected by the four major rivers (c) Karnali (d) Lakhandai
of southern India, the Godavari, 57. The breakdown of rocks into smaller
Mahanadi, Krishna, and Kaveri. 51. What is the local name of the wind pieces by the action of water and
2. The Nilgiri hills in Tamil Nadu lies at blowing in the northern plains during temperature is known as-
the junction of the Eastern and summers? (a) Erosion
Western Ghats. (a) Kaal Baisakhi (b) Deposition
Which of the above statement(s) is/are (b) Trade Winds (c) Weathering
correct? (c) Loo (d) Transportation
Code: (d) None of the above
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 58. Consider the following statements
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 52. Which of the following reason of regarding Easterly Jet and its
rainfall during winters in north- Influence:
46. Consider the following river Which of western part of India? 1. During summer, it helps in the
the following rivers flows in a rift (a) Cyclonic depression sudden onset of monsoons.
valley? (b) Western disturbances 2. It resulted in a neutral Indian Ocean
1. The Tapti 2. The Yamuna (c) Retreating monsoon Dipole.
3. The Narmada 4. The Damodar (d) Southwest monsoon 3. It causes winter rain in the equatorial
Code: region of Africa.
(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 3 and 4 53. Which of the following adds/add Which of the statements given above
(c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 3 only carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on is/are correct?
the planet Earth? (a) 2 only (b) 1 only
47. Which of the following factor is 1. Volcanic action (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
support the non-perennial features of 2. Respiration
peninsular India rivers? 3. Photosynthesis 59. Which among the following can be
(a) Rainfall is seasonal 4. Decay of organic matter cited a s important characteristics of
(b) Rainfall is low Select the correct answer using the code the cold weather season in India?
(c) Rainfall varies from year to year given below. 1. Blowing of cold and dry northeast
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(d) None of the above (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only monsoon resulting in dry weather
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 conditions.
48. Consider the following statement(s) 2. Low temperatures in south India and
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is/are related to the Great Plains of 54. Turkey is located between its gradual shifting towards northern
Northern India (a) Black Sea and Caspian Sea parts of India.
(b) Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea
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3. Coromandel coast receives rainfall Choose the correct statements (c) A discrete structure composed of at
due to onshore moist winds. (a) 1 and 4 (b) 1, 2 and 3 least two tissue types
4. Western disturbances cause light rain (c) 1, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (d) All of the above
in the northern plains and snowfall
over the Himalayan ranges. 64. Consider the following statements 70. Which among the following can lead to
Select the correct answer using the code regarding Plant cell. an increase in the size of a body part?
given below: 1. It is enclosed by rigid cellulose cell (a) Increase in the number of cells.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only wall in addition to the plasma (b) Increase in the size of cells.
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 membrane (c) When constructive activities occur at
2. In plant cells, lysosomes are a faster rate than destructive ones.
60. Consider the following statements always present. (d) All of the above
regarding Alluvial Soils: 3. Plant cells will not burst if placed in
1. It is rich in potash but deficient in hypotonic solution due to presence 71. Consider the following statements:
nitrogen. of the cell wall 1. Alpha diversity is the diversity within
2. It is loamy and clayey in the lower, Choose the correct statement/s a particular area or ecosystem.
middle Ganga plain and the (a) Only 1 (b) Only 3 2. Beta diversity usually measures the
Brahmaputra valley. (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3 number of species changes between
3. The colour of the alluvial soils varies the ecosystems.
from red to yellow. 65. In a family, father is having a disease 3. Gamma diversity is used to measure
Which of the statements g iven above i and mother is normal. The disease is of the overall diversity within a large
s/are correct? inherited only to daughters and not to region.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only the sons. What type of disease is this? Which of the statements given above are
(c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) Sex linked dominant correct?
(b) Sex linked recessive (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
61. Consider the following sentences with (c) Autosomal dominant (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
reference to the Agni-5 missile which (d) Autosomal recessive
was recently successfully launched. 72. Which of the following features are
1. It is the indigenously-developed 66. In ZIFT technique of IVF (in vitro associated with a National Park?
intercontinental Surface-to-air fertilization), zygote/embryo is 1. These are the well-demarcated areas
nuclear capable ballistic missile. transferred into? set by the government to conserve
2. It has a range of more than 5000km (a) Uterus (b) Fallopian tube wildlife.
Which of the above sentence(s) is/are (c) Cervix (d) Vagina 2. No human activity is allowed within
true? the national park in any
(a) Only 1 67. Mitochondrial DNA is inherited from: circumstances.
(b) Only 2 (a) Paternal Only Select the correct answer using the code
(c) 1 and 2 (b) Maternal Only given below:
(d) None of the above (c) Both Paternal and Maternal (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
(d) The offspring’s own DNA (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
62. How many bones are there in a Human
Body? 68. Consider the following statements 73. Consider the following statements
(a) 300 (b) 206 regarding cell membrane. regarding ‘International Solar Alliance
(c) 205 (d) 250 1. It provides a physical barrier (ISA)’:
2. It allows ions and nutrients to enter 1. It is a treaty-based intergovernmental
63. Consider the following statements 3. It allows waste and cellular products organization whose mission is to
1. These days the head of the safety to be released unlock US$ 1 trillion of investments in
match contains only antimony 4. It monitors the environment solar by 2030.
trisulphide and potassium chlorate. Which of the above statement is/are 2. As per the amended framework of
2. The rubbing surface(Match Box) has correct? ISA, only countries in and around the
powdered glass and a little White (a) 1 and 2 tropic of cancer as well as the tropic
phosphorus . (b) 2 and 3 of capricorn can join ISA.
3. When the match is struck against the (c) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above
rubbing surface, some White (d) All of the above is/are correct?
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phosphorus gets converted into Red (a) 1 only (b) 2 only

phosphorus. 69. Which of the following correctly (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
4. This immediately reacts with defines an organ?
potassium chlorate in the matchstick (a) A group of similar cells that have a 74. Which among the following is also
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head to produce enough heat to common function known as ‘Washington Convention’?

ignite antimony trisulphide and start (b) The sum of all structures working (a) The Convention on the Prevention of
the combustion. together to promote life Marine Pollution
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(b) The Convention on Migratory Species 78. Consider the following statements 3. No remedy of appeal lies against an
(c) The Convention on Biodiversity regarding ‘the 15th Conference of the orderof CAQM.
(d) The Convention on International Parties (COP15) to the Convention on Which of the statements given above are
Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Biological Diversity’: incorrect?
Fauna and Flora. 1. It conceptualised a Global (a) 1 and 3 only
Biodiversity Framework (GBF) in order (b) 2 and 3 only
75. With reference to ‘Seoul Declaration on to address biodiversity loss, restore (c) 1, 2 and 3
Land degradation’, consider the ecosystems and protect indigenous (d) None of the above
following statements: rights.
1. It was an outcome of the World 2. The GBF proposed measures to halt 82. With reference to reintroduction of
Forestry Congress, co-organized by and reverse nature loss by putting 30 Cheetah, consider the following
the Republic of Korea and the United percent of the planet and 30 percent statements:
Nations Environment Programme. of degraded ecosystems under 1. India is only country with five species
2. It urges that responsibility for forests protection by 2030. of big cats.
should be shared and integrated 3. The GBF consists of fair sharing of the 2. The cheetah was declared extinct
across institutions, sectors and benefits from the utilization of from India in 1952.
stakeholders for conservation of genetic resources, and digital 3. It is India’s second inter-continental
biodiversity. sequence information on genetic large wild carnivore translocation
3. India is signatory of the declaration resources. project after clouded leopard from
and urged for the mechanisms to Which of the statements given above Australia.
enable evidence-based forest and is/are correct? Which of the above statements are
landscape decision-making. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only correct?
Which of the statements given above (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3 (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 79. Which among the following
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3 organizations publishes an 83. Which of the following countries are
‘Adaptation Gap Report’? located along the “Strait of Malacca”?
76. Consider the following statements (a) The United Nations Environment 1. Singapore 2. Indonesia
regarding ‘the State of Finance for Programme 3. Philippines 4. Laos
Nature report’: (b) World Wildlife Fund 5. Malaysia
1. It is published by the United Nation (c) World Meteorological Organizations Select the correct answer using the codes
Environment Programme (UNEP) and (d) Ministry of Environment Forest and given below:
the Economics of Land Degradation Climate Change (a) 1, 2 and 5 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(ELD). (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 5 only
2. It argued for tripling finance flows for 80. Consider the following statements:
nature-based solutions by 2030, in 1. World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is a UN 84. Which of the following rivers falls into
order to limit climate change to specialised body dedicated to the Black Sea?
below 1.5 degree Celsius. preservation and conservation of 1. Danube 2. Dnieper
Which of the statements given above nature and its different species. 3. Rhone 4. Dniester
is/are correct? 2. Earth Hour, a global grassroots 5. Bug
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only movement uniting people to take Select the correct answer using the codes
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 action on environmental issues and given below:
protect the planet is organized by (a) 1, 3, 4, and 5 only
77. With reference to ‘The International WWF. (b) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
Energy Agency (IEA)’, which of the Which of the statements given above (c) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only
following statements is/are correct? is/are correct? (d) 1, 2 and 3 only
1. It is an autonomous (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
intergovernmental organisation that (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 85. With reference to inland water
focuses on economic development, transport system, consider the
energy Security as well as 81. With reference to Commission for Air following statements:
environment protection. Quality Management (CAQM), 1. Among Indian states Kerala followed
2. All OECD countries are members of consider the following statements: by Odisha has the largest navigable
the IEA and it is mandatory to be a 1. It is a statutory body, establish under length of waterways in India.
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member of OECD in order to be a Air (Prevention and Control of 2. The Inland Waterways Authority of
member of IEA. Pollution) Act of 1981. India, for development and
Select the correct answer using the code 2. It is headed by Secretary to Minister regulation of inland waterways comes
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given below: of Environment, Forest and Climate under the Ministry of Road and
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Change. Transport.
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Which of the statements given above 2. It lays emphasis on child rights and (a) It is a free of cost program run by the
is/are correct? awareness along with strengthening National Career Service.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only of the juvenile justice care and (b) It is a project for a digital epigraphy
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 protection. museum that aims to digitize ancient
3. Under this scheme government will inscriptions.
86. Consider the following statements provide rupees 4000 for children who (c) It is a centrally sponsored scheme for
about the ‘‘Amrit Dharohar” scheme are under 18 years of age. the comprehensive development of
announced in the Budget 2023-24: Which of the statements given above villages of blocks.
1. It aims to achieve sustainable is/are correct? (d) None of these
ecosystem development with the (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
help of local communities. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 94. Consider the following statements
2. It falls under ‘Green Growth’, one of regarding the National Data
the seven priorities of the budget. 90. Consider the following statements Governance Policy:
3. It promotes wetland conservation about the ‘Vibrant Villages Programme 1. It provides non- institutional
through community participation. (VVP): framework for controlling data access
4. It will be implemented over the next 1. It is a Central sector scheme. and use.
five years to encourage the optimal 2. It aims to comprehensively develop 2. Its objective is to transform and
use of wetlands and enhance carbon villages of blocks on the northern modernize Governments data
stock. border. collection.
Which of the statements given above 3. The scheme will be implemented in 3. This Policy shall be applicable to all
is/are correct? Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh. Government departments and
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only 4. It will develop these villages based on entities.
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4. the “Hub and Spoke Model. Which of the statements given above
87. Consider the following statements is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
about the REACHOUT Scheme: (a) 1, 2, and 3 only (b) 2, 3, and 4 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. It is an umbrella scheme (c) 1, 3, and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4.
implemented by the ministry of 95. Consider the following statements
education for capacity building. 91. Consider the following statements about the ‘Atmanirbhar Clean Plant
2. It consists of sub-schemes like RDESS about the e-Gopala: Program’ announced in the Budget
and DESK. 1. It provides a digital platform for 2023-24:
3. It is being implemented for the entire buying/selling of dairy animals. 1. It aims to boost the availability of
country. 2. It helps farmers in the management disease-free, quality planting material
Which of the statements given above of common ailments of dairy animals for high-value horticultural crops.
is/are correct? like mastitis, indigestion, and 2. It would be launched with an outlay
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only diarrhea. of ₹500 crores.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. This application is available in Odiya, 3. It will be set up to encourage agri-
Punjabi, and Assamese. startups by young entrepreneurs in
88. Which of the following statement is Which of the statements given above rural areas.
correct about e-RUPI? is/are correct? Which of the statements given above
(a) It requires the beneficiary to have a (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only is/are correct?
bank account. (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2, and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(b) The maximum limit of each e-RUPI (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2, and 3 only
shall not exceed INR 50,000 or as 92. Consider the following statements
defined by the regulator. regarding National Logistics Policy 96. Which of the following statements
(c) It can be issued only by banks 2022: is/are incorrect about the recently
authorized by RBI to issue Prepaid 1. It aims to improvise and formalize announced Mahila Samman Savings
Payment Instruments (PPI) and who India’s logistics infrastructure by Certificate (MSSC) of the Budget 2023-
are participating as Payment Service 2030. 24?
Providers (PSP) in the UPI ecosystem 2. It reduce the logistic cost in India by 1. It will offer a deposit facility of up to
(d) All of the above. 5% of GDP. rupees two lakhs in the name of
Which of the statements given above women or girls.
2. It will offer a fixed interest rate of 10%
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89. With reference to Mission Vatsalya is/are incorrect?

Scheme, consider the following (a) 1 only (b) 2 only with a partial withdrawal option.
statements: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. It will be made available for a period
1. It is a centrally Sponsored Scheme by of five years.
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the Ministry of Social Justice and 93. Which of the following statement best 4. It is a one-time new small savings
Empowerment. describe the ‘Bharat Shri’ project scheme.
announced in the Budget 2023-24?
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Select the correct answers using the code 1. It is a tool to enhance the Ease of 9. Who was the writer of the famous
given below: Doing Business (EoDB). book Rajatarangini"?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 2. It helps in directly connecting (a) Abu Fazal (b) Kalhana
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1 and 4 only potential investors and promoters. (c) Ferdowsi (d) Kalidasa
3. National Monetization Pipeline (NIP)
97. Consider the following statements with is hosted on Invest India Grid. 10. Consider the following statements
respect to the ‘Urban Infrastructure Which of the statements given above about Chahalgani system:
Development Fund’ (UIDF) mentioned is/are correct? 1. The Chahalgani system was started by
in Budget 2023-24. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only Iltutmish.
1. It will be managed by the Insurance (c) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only 2. Balban abolished the Chahalgani
Regulatory and Development System.
Authority of India. Which of the statements given above
2. It would be set up through the use of
Test - 92 is/are correct?
priority sector lending shortfall. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. In which sector of the Asian continent,
3. It would be provided Rs 500 crore per (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
the Peninsula of Arabia is situated?
annum.
(a) Western (c) Nothern
4. It will be used by public agencies to 11. With reference to Alauddin Khalji,
(b) Eastern (d) Southern
create urban infrastructure mainly in consider the following statements:
the Tier 1 cities of India. 2. The great Sanskrit poet and dramatist, 1. He was the first to bring the standing
Which of the statements given above Rajshekhara was in the court of: army system.
is/are correct? (a) Raja Bhoj (b) Mahipal 2. He succes sfully resi sted t he Mon gol
(a) 1, 2, and 3 only (b) 2 only (c) Mahendrapala-I (d) Indra-III invasion.
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1 and 4 only 3. The famous poet Amir K husrau was
3. What is the best edible produce of the
contemporary of him.
fertile Arab land?
98. Consider the following statements Which of the Statements given above
(a) Wheat (b) The Date
regarding ‘Logistics Ease Across is/are correct?
(c) Gram (d) Rice
Different States Index’: (a) 1 only
1. It uses the World Bank’s Logistics (b) 1 and 2 only
4. With reference to economic history of
Performance Index (LPI) India the term "Araghatta" refers to? (c) 1 and 3 only
methodology for developing a robust (a) Bonded labour (d) All of the above
and cost-efficient logistics ecosystem. (b) Land grants made to military officers
2. It is released by NITI Aayog. (c) Waterwheel used in the irrigation of
12. Which among the following Acts of the
Which of the statements given above British Parliament is also known as
land
is/are correct? Stanley’s Act?
(d) Wasteland converted to cultivable
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) Government of India Act, 1858
land
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (b) Government of India Act, 1919
(c) Government of India Act, 1935
5. Who was the founder of Ummayad
99. Consider the following statements: (d) None of the Above
Dynasty?
1. National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) (a) Usman (b) Umar
includes infrastructure projects of 13. With reference to Publicity Boards
(c) Abu Baker (d) Muavia
more than ₹100 crore covering during the British rule in India,
greenfield and brownfield consider the following statements:
6. What was the name of capital of
investments. 1. They were established by the British
Ummayad Dynasty?
2. The process of monetisation entails a government to inform Indians about
(a) Gazni (b) Mecca
limited period lease of an asset, the progress of World War I
(c) Damascus (d) Kabul
owned by a public authority, to a 2. Central Publicity Board was kept
private sector entity for upfront or under the Home Member of the
7. In medieval India Mansabdari system
periodic consideration. was introduced mainly for? Viceroy’s executive council.
3. The Indian Railways have the second (a) Making recruitments to the army 3. They were later converted into
largest network in the world under (b) Facilitating revenue collection information cells under the
single management. (c) Ensuring religious harmony Government of India Act 1919.
Which of the statements given above (d) Effecting clean administration Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
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is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 8. Who was the writer of the famous (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3 book "Padmavat"? (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(a) Ibn Battuta
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100. Consider the following statements (b) François Bernier 14. She was a teacher by profession, and
regarding Invest India Grid (IIG) (c) Amir Khusro she quit her job to join India’s freedom
platform: movement. She was given the name
(d) Malik Muhammad Jayasi
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“Jhansi Rani of Travancore” by 18. Consider the following statements: 22. If a person is subject to Untouchability
Mahatma Gandhi. She was entrusted 1. Baba Dayal Dass was a contemporary which of the following right of that
by the Travancore State Congress to of Ranjit Singh and was associated person is violated?
organise the Desasevika Sangh with the Nirankari Movement. (a) Right to Equality
(Female Volunteer Corps). She 2. The Singh Sabha movement was the (b) Right against exploitation
travelled tirelessly across the country first organised movement against (c) Right to freedom
and appealed to the women to join as British land revenue policies in (d) Right to constitutional remedies.
members of the Desasevika Sangh.
Punjab.
The above paragraph best describes 23. Consider the following statements
which of the following personalities? about the U DHR an d identify the
is/are correct?
(a) Rosamma Punnose incorrect statement.
(b) Annie Mscarene (a) UN resolution no. 217A deal with it.
(c) Accamma Cherian (b) It is considered as International
(d) Parbati Giri Magna Carta.
1. Jyotiba Phule firmly believed in (c) It is available in the UN official
15. With reference to the publication of languages only.
reforming the caste system internally
“The Revolutionary” consider the (d) None of the above.
following statements: 2. The social base of the Self-Respect
movement under Periyar was heavily 24. Which of the following is/are Correct
1. It was published by the Hindustan matched.
Socialist Republican Army. dominated by the untouchables and
landless peasants. 1. Advisory committee on fundamental
2. It was a legal-style publication which rights chaired by J.B. Kriplani
aimed to establish ‘The Federal 3. The self-respect movement in coastal
Andhra was only aimed at the upward 2. Fundamental Rights sub committee
Republic of the United States of headed by Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel.
India’. social mobility of the landowning
upper caste non-Brahmins. Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the statements given above given below:
is/are correct? (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both (d) None
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
25. Mark the correct set of Articles
16. Consider the following pairs: depicting the part -III of the
Committee Associated With 20. Consider the following statements:
Constitution dealing with Fundamental
1. Southborough Committee 1. The Swaraj party defined the exact
Rights?
Modification in Indian Currency Act nature of Indian “Swaraj” in its party
(a) 12 to 35 (b) 12 to 32
2. Elliot Committee Finance Committee constitution.
(c) 14 to 32 (d) 14 to 35
3. Lothian Committee Leoprasy in India 2. Inside the council the Swarajists were
4. Herschell Committee Committee on to work for the removal of
Franchise untouchability and to raise the status regarding Part III of the Indian
Which of the pairs given above are of the depressed classes Constitution:
correctly matched? 3. Outside the council the Swarajists 1. It is rightly described as the Magna
(a) Only one pair (b) Only two pairs were to establish the control of Carta of India.
(c) Only three pairs (d) All four pairs nationalists over local and municipal 2. These are meant for promoting the
affairs. ideal of political democracy.
17. Consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above 3. They operate as limitations on the
1. The Bengali Renaissance propagated is/are correct? tyranny of the executive and arbitrary
by Akshay Kumar Dutt was based on (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only laws of the legislature.
the theory of religious universalism. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the Statements given above
2. Nav Bidhan was established by is/are correct?
Keshub Chandra Sen to propagate 21. Marna Carta or the Great Charter (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
the belief of Rationalism. influenced which of the following
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
world documents?
3. Both Universalism and Rationalism
1. Bill of Rights of USA
helped in developing the secular 27. Which Article of the Constitution of
2. UDHR 1948
ethos in India. India prohibits the state from
3. European convention on Human conferring any title (except a military
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Rights 1950 or academic distinction) on anybody,

is/are not correct?
Select the correct answer using the code whether a citizen or a foreigner?
(a) 1 and 3 only
given below: (a) Article 19 (b) Article 18
(b) 2 only
(a) Only 1 and 2 (b) Only 1 and 3 (c) Article 21 (d) Article 17
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(c) 3 only
(c) Only 2 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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28. Which of the following are envisaged 3. Fundamental Duties 38. Consider the following statements:
by the Freedom of Speech and Select the correct answer using the code 1. Article 21 declares that no person
Expression in the Constitution of India? given below: shall be deprived of his life or
1. Right to assemble peaceably and (a) 1 and 2 only personal liberty except by following
without arms. (b) 2 only due process of law.
2. Right to acquire, hold, and dispose of (c) 1 and 3 only 2. In Rajbala v. Haryana (2015) case the
the property. (d) 1, 2 and 3 SC upheld the judgment in Menaka
3. Rights are protected against only 33. Which Article of the Constitution of case (1978) saying that an ar bitrary
state action and not private India safeguards one's right to marry law that fails sub stanti v e due proc
individuals. the person of one's choice? ess test can be invalidated.
4. Right to hold meetings, strikes, rallies, (a) Article 19 (b) Article 21 3. Rights under Article 21 are available
events, or protests, both offline and (c) Article 25 (d) Article 29 to both citizens and non-citizens.
online. Which of the statements given above
Select the correct answer using the code 34. With reference to the provisions is/are correct?
given below: contained in Part IV of the Constitution (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) 1, 2 and 4 only (b) 1, 3, and 4 only of India, which of the following (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 only
(c) 2, 3, and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 statements is/are correct?
1. It separates the judiciary from the 39. Consider the following statements with
29. Which of the following rights are parts executive in the public services of the respect to Indian polity:
of the Protection of Life and Personal State. 1. The original constitution contained
Liberty? 2. They shall be enforceable by courts. only the fundamental rights and not
1. It's available to both citizens and non- 3. The principles laid down in this part the fundamental duties.
citizens. are to influence the making of laws by 2. All Fundamental Right s are available
2. The Right to health. the State. against both private individual and
3. Right against custodial harassment. Select the correct answer using the code state.
4. Right to free education up to 14 years given below: 3. Fundamental Duties are confined to
of age. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only citizens only and do not extend to
Select the correct answer using the code (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only foreigners.
given below. Which of the following statements is /are
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only 35. According to the Constitution of India, correct?
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 which of the following are (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
fundamental for the governance of the
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
30. Which one of the following statements country?
is correct? (a) Fundamental Rights
40. Which of the following rights is
(a) Rights are claims of the State against (b) Fundamental Duties absolute right under Part 3rd of Indian
the citizens. (c) Directive Principles of State Policy constitution?
(b) Rights are privileges which are (d) Fundamental Rights and (a) The right to establish and administer
incorporated in the Constitution of a Fundamental Duties educational institutions
State. (b) Right to privacy
(c) Rights are claims of the Citizens 36. In India, separation of judiciary from (c) Right against untouchability
against the State. the executive is enjoined by
(d) Right to freedom of speech and
(d) Rights are privileges of a few citizens (a) the Preamble of the Constitution
expression.
against the many (b) a Directive Principle of State Policy
(c) the Seventh Schedule
41. Consider the following pairs:
31. The term "Habeas Corpus" is often (d) the conventional practice 1. Blossom Shower: Coffee flowers
mentioned in the news is related to? blossom in Kerala and nearby areas
(a) Central Information Commission 37. Which of the following rights are part
2. Bardoli Chheerha: Evening
(b) National Media of Article 21 of the Indian
thunderstorms in Assam.
(c) Fundamental Rights Constitution?
3. Nor Westers: Useful for tea, jute and
(d) Parliament of India 1. Right to sleep
rice cultivation
2. Right against public hanging
Which of the pairs given above is/are
32. Other than the Fundamental Rights, 3. Right to reputation
correctly matched?
which of the following parts of the 4. Right to family pension
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Constitution of India reflect/reflects Select the correct answer using the code
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
the principles and provisions of the given below:
Universal Declaration of Human Rights (a) 1 and 2 only
42. With reference to the Advancing South
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(1948)? (b) 3 and 4 only

west Monsoon Season, Consider the
1. Preamble (c) 1, 2 and 3 only following statements?
2. Directive Principles of State Policy (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
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1. It starts with the inflow of Southwest 1. Shyok River 2. Yamuna River 51. Consider the following pairs regarding
monsoons which strike the coast of 3. Son River Pre- Monsoon showers: Type of
Kerala. Select the correct answer using the code Showers Feature
2. It generally strikes the Indian coast in given below: 1. Nor westers Favours the cultivation of
the first week of June. (a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only kharif crops like jute and paddy.
Which of the statements given above (c) 1 only (d) 2 and 3 only 2. Cherry Blossoms Support coffee
is/are correct? cultivation mainly in Northern East
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 47. Consider the following statements: India.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. Himalayan rivers flow through deep 3. Mango Showers Common in the
Vshaped valleys. states of Karnataka and Kerala.
43. With reference to the Black Soils, 2. Peninsular rivers flow in How many pairs given above is/are
Which of the following statements comparatively shallow valleys. incorrectly matched?
is/are correct? 3. Peninsular rivers are perfect examples (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. It is formed by the disintegration of of antecedent drainage. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
volcanic basaltic lava. 4. Some of the Peninsular rivers, such as
2. It is very thick in the lowlands but very the Narmada and the Tapti form 52. Consider the following statements
thin in the highlands. estuaries. regarding Black Soil in India:
Select the correct answer using the code Which of the statements given above are 1. It covers most of the Deccan Plateau.
given below: correct? 2. It is also called as regur soil.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 2, 3 and 4 only (b) 1 and 2 only 3. It is very rich in nitrogen and
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1 and 3 only phosphorous.
44. Consider the following statements 48. Consider the following pairs regarding correctly matched?
regarding Laterite Soils: the Indus River System Major Rivers (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only
1. These are commonly found in areas Source (c) 2 only (d) 1 and 2 only
of high altitude and heavy rainfall in 1. Chenab Verinag
Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Madhya 2. Ravi Near Rohtang Pass 53. Broadly, Northern India's river shows
Pradesh, Jharkhand. 3. Sutlej Manasarovar-Rakas Lakes which of the following type of well-
2. Loss of nutrients by accelerated Which of the pair given above is/are developed drainage pattern?
leaching is the most common feature incorrectly matched? (a) Dendritic drainage pattern
which renders the soil infertile. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (b) rectangular drainage pattern
3. These soils are encircled by desert (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) radial drainage pattern
soil. (d) All of the above
Which of the statements g iven above i 49. Which of the following factors favors
s/are correct? the onset of southwest monsoons? 54. With reference to the Alluvial Soil in
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only 1. Subtropical Jet Stream India, Consider the following
(c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 2. Cooling of Indian Ocean statements:
3. Inter Tropical Convergence Zone 1. This soil is widely present in northern
45. With reference to the geog raphy of Select the correct answer using the code plains and its river valleys.
India, Consider the following pairs given below: 2. This soil is depositional soil formed by
regarding places and their climatic (a) 1 and 2 only the action of river water.
conditions: Climatic Appropriate (b) 1 and 3 only 3. This soil is found in the northern
conditions reason (c) 2 and 3 only plains only.
1. Chennai is warmer Latitudinal (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above are
position than Kolkata correct?
2. Snowfall in the On set of the North- 50. The Retreating mons oon me chanism (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
Great Himalayas east monsoon is associated with which of the (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. Delhi is warmer Altitude and Slope following?
than Darjiling 1. Gradual Southern shifting of the 55. The Sub-tropical westerly Jet stream is
4. Northern plains Western get some monsoon trough associated with which of the
rain Disturbances in winter 2. Appearance of Easterly Jet Stream following?
How many pairs given above is/are over north India 1. Moisture During Winter Season
correctly matched? 3. Northern ward Shifting of the 2. Snowfall in Himalaya
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(a) only one pair (b) only two pairs pressure belt 3. Retreating Monsoon
(c) only three pairs (d) All four pairs Select the correct answer using the code 4. Arrival of Southwest Monsoon
given below: Select the correct answer using the code
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46. Which of the following can be cited as (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only given below:
the right bank tributaries of the Ganga (c) 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 4 only
River System? (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
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56. Which of the following statements 1. P wave is the fastest and first to arrive Reason (R) : The earth rotates from
is/are correct? on the surface. west to east and so the satellite attains
1. The retreating southwest monsoon 2. S Wave can only pass through a solid the escape velocity. [2002]
season is marked by cl ear skies an d medium. (a) Both A and R are true and R is the
rise in temperature. 3. Rayleigh wave forms the shadow correct explanation of A
2. The weather in the retreating zone in the perpendicular di recti on (b) Both Aand R are true but R is NOT a
monsoon is dry in north India but it is of the hypocentre. correct explanation of A
associated with rain in the eastern Which of the statements given above are (c) A is true but R is false
part of the Peninsula. correct? (d) A is false but R is true
3. The dry spell in monsoon is a (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
significant feature of retreating (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 66. Consider the following statements:
monsoon which brought rain on the [2003]
coromandel coast. 61. Main reason for osteoporosis in elderly 1. India launched its first full-fledged
Select the correct answer using the code women is meteorological satellite (METSAT) in
given below: (a) Lack of Osteoclast activity in bone. September, 2002
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (b) Deficiency of dietary calcium. 2. For the first time, the space vehicle
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Lack of Parathyroid hormone. PSLV C-4 carried a payload of more
(d) Lack of Estrogen. than 1000 kg into a geosynchronous
57. Which of the following can be cited as orbit
part of diastrophism? 62. Which of the given statements about Which of these statement is/are correct?
1. Mountain building through folding Pressurized Heavy Water Reactor are (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2
2. Uplift and warping of large parts of correct? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
the earth's crust 1. India’s first stage of Nuclear
3. Glacial and thaw action of water Programme was based on the PHWR 67. NASA’s Deep Impact space mission
4. Chemical weathering Technology was employed to take detailed pictures
Select the correct answer using the code 2. The main advantage of PHWR lies in of which comet nucleus? [2007]
given below: optimum utilization of the limited (a) Halley’s Comet (b) Hale-Bopp
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only uranium resources (c) Hyakutake (d) Tempel 1
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only 3. PHWR has higher Plutonium yield,
for the second stage fuel 68. Which one of the following pairs is not
58. Consider the following statements Code: correctly matched? [2007]
regarding weathering: (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (a) Cosmic Background Explorer (COBE) :
1. It is the process of disintegration and (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2 and 3 Satellite Programme
decomposition of rocks. (b) Falcon: Under - sea cable system
2. It is due to the action of climate, 63. Consider the following sentences in (c) Discovery: Space shuttle
plants, animals and other living context of Pre-qualification of (d) Atlantis: Space station
organisms. medicines Programme (PQP).
Which of the statements given above 1. It is a United Nation Programme 69. Selene-1, the lunar orbiter mission
is/are correct? managed by World Health belongs to which one of the
Organisation. followings? [2008]
2. Green Signal is the First Indian (a) China (b) European Union
Company to get PQP certification (c) Japan (d) USA
59. Which of the following statements from WHO.
is/are correct regarding fault? Which of the above sentence(s) is/are 70. ISRO successfully conducted a rocket
1. Most of natural earthquakes are test using cryogenic engines in the year
true?
2007. Where is the teststand used for
caused by sudden slippage along a (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2
the purpose, located? [2008]
fault zone. (c) 1 and 2 (d) None of the above
(a) Balasore
2. A fault is a thin zone of crushed rock
(b) Thiruvananthapuram
separating blocks of the earth's crust. 64. The Nobel Prize in Physics 2016 was
(c) Mahendragiri
3. A fault is formed only due to awarded to-
(d) Karwar
convergent and divergent plate 1. David J. Thouless
tectonic movement. 2. F. Duncan M. Haldane
Select the correct answer using the code 3. J. Michael Kosterlitz
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regarding primary succession:

given below: Code:
1. It is much more difficult to observe
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 3 (b) 2 and 3
than secondary succession.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 2 (d) 1, 2 and 3
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65. Assertion (A) : Artificial satellites are
unoccupied areas such as rocks.
60. With reference to the Seismic wav es, always launched from the earth in the
eastward direction. 3. The soil is to be formed during
Consider the following statements:
primary succession.
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Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above is/ 1. Declaring a large geographical area
is/are correct? are correct? as a botanical garden
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. Demarcating a national park and
(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Biosphere Reserve
3. Establishment of cutting-edge gene
72. Which of the following statements 77. Stratification of a community refers to bank
is/are correct? the- Select the correct answer using the code
1. The flow of energy in an ecosystem is (a) Climax community of animals given below:
unidirectional. (b) Intermediate layer of vegetation (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only
2. The amount of energy in terms of (c) Vertical layers of the vegetation (c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
food, moving through the successive (d) None of the above
trophic levels decreases. 83. With reference to Biodiversity,
Select the correct answer using the code 78. Consider the following statements Consider the following statements:
given below: regarding Ecological Succession: 1. At a Higher altitude and at higher
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. Only the biotic components are latitude the biodiversity is very rich.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 involved in the process of succession. 2. In the equatorial region the
2. During the process of succession biodiversity is high.
73. With reference to Biodiversity, both the plants and animal Which of the statements given above
Consider the following statements: communities are changed and is/are correct?
1. At a Higher altitude and at higher replaced. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
latitude the biodiversity is very rich. Which of the statements given above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. In the equatorial region the is/are correct?
biodiversity is high. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 84. Which among the following
Which of the statements given above (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 statements is/are correct regarding
is/are correct? Ecotone?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 79. The ‘Symbiotic relationship’ is an 1. It is a steep transition between
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 example of which of the following ecological communities and
interaction? ecosystems.
74. Consider the following statements (a) Amensalism (b) Competition 2. It necessarily has low biodiversity due
regarding Ecological Pyramids: (c) Neutralism (d) Mutualism to competition among species.
1. All types of Pyramids can be upright 3. Generally, it is narrow in terms of its
and can be inverted. 80. Consider the following statements area as compared to the adjacent
2. In the Pyramids, if herbivores are regarding primary succession: ecosystems.
more than primary producers, the 1. It is much more difficult to observe Select the correct answer using the code
Pyramids can be inverted. than secondary succession. given below:
3. In the case of aquatic ecosystems the 2. It can take place over bare or (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
pyramid of biomass may be inverted. unoccupied areas such as rocks. (c) 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above are 3. The soil is to be formed during
correct? primary succession. 85. Consider the following statements
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only Which of the statements given above regarding Pyramids:
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct? 1. Saprophytes are not considered in
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 3 only the pyramids even though they form
75. Which of the following can be cited as (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 an important part of life in the various
Abiotic components of the ecosystem? ecosystem.
1. Carbohydrates 81. Which of the following statements 2. Pyramids do not consider any
2. Carbon dioxide is/are correct? variations in season and climate.
3. Atmospheric pressure 1. The flow of energy in an ecosystem is 3. Pyramids do not consider the
Select the correct answer using the code unidirectional. possibility of the existence of the
given below: 2. The amount of energy in terms of same species at different levels.
(a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only food, moving through the successive Which of the statements given above
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 trophic levels decreases. is/are correct?
Select the correct answer using the code (a) 2 only (b) 1 only
given below:
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76. Consider the following statements: (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
1. Only members of the same species (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
can interbreed to produce fertile (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 86. Consider the following statements
offspring. regarding ‘Interest Equalisation
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2. Every species has its unique genetic 82. Which among the following are most Scheme’:
characteristics that make the species closely associated with the in -situ 1. It was formulated to give benefit in
different from other species. method of biodiversity conservation? the interest rates being charged by
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the banks to the exporters on their 4. United Arab Emirates (UAE) 94. With reference to Economic Survey
pre- and post-shipment rupee export 5. Singapore 2022-23, Which of the following
credits. 6. European Union statement is correct?
2. It was launched by the Reserve Bank Select the correct answer using the code (a) According to IMF, India is the fifth
of India, to boost exports by reducing given below: largest economy in terms of market
cost of capital. (a) 2,3,4,5 and 6 only exchange rate.
Which of the statements given above (b) 1,2,3 and 4 only (b) As per the IMF, India is the third
is/are correct? (c) 1,3,4 and 5 only largest foreign exchange reserve
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (d) 1,2,5 and 6 only holder in the world.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) China is the second top remittance
91. With reference to Agricultural and recipient country in the world after
87. With reference to ‘Special Rupee Processed Food Products Export India in 2022.
Vostro account (SRVA)’, consider the Development Authority (APEDA), (d) None of these.
following statements: consider the following statements:
1. A Vostro account is an account that a 1. It is a non-statutory body under the 95. Consider the following statements
domestic bank holds for a foreign Ministry of Food Processing regarding ‘Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima
bank in the domestic bank’s currency, Industries. Yojana (PMFBY)’:
i.e., Rupee. 2. APEDA is mandated with the 1. The Scheme covers all Food &
2. It will help in minimizing dependence responsibility of export promotion of Oilseeds crops and annual
on hard currency. herbal and medicinal plants. Commercial, Horticultural Crops for
3. Prior approval of the Ministry of 3. Basmati Rice is the only special which past yield data is available.
Finance is required for opening SRVA. product listed in the Second Schedule 2. It is the largest crop insurance
Which of the statements given above to the APEDA Act. scheme in the world in terms of
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above farmer enrolments.
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only is/are correct? 3. It has a drawback that it doesn't cover
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only localised risks such as landslides,
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only inundation, etc.
88. The Export Preparedness Index’ is 4. Participation of all farmers in this
released by which of the following 92. Consider the following statements with scheme is mandatory so that he/she
institutions? reference to India's trade in services: will not be disadvantaged in case of
(a) The Reserve Bank of India 1. The share of India’s trade as a crop failure.
(b) Niti Aayog percentage of the world's GDP has Which of the statements given above
(c) Ministry Of Commerce in been constantly increasing in the last is/are correct?
collaboration with Assocham ten years. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2,3 and 4 only
(d) The Federation of Indian Chambers of 2. Software and business services (c) 1,2 and 3 only (d) 1,3 and 4 only
Commerce & Industry (FICCI) together constitute more than 60 per
cent of India’s total services exports in 96. Consider the following statements:
89. Consider the following statements FY22. 1. Maharashtra followed by Gujarat are
regarding ‘Interest Equalisation Which of the statements given above among the largest cooperative states
Scheme’: is/are correct? in India.
1. It was formulated to give benefit in (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. In India more than fifty percent
the interest rates being charged by (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 agriculture finance is through
the banks to the exporters on their cooperative societies.
pre- and post-shipment rupee export 93. Consider the following statements Which of the statements given above
credits. regarding FDI equity inflow: is/are correct?
2. It was launched by the Reserve Bank 1. FDI Equity inflow in Manufacturing (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
of India, to boost exports by reducing Sectors have increased more than (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
cost of capital. 70% in financial year 22.
Which of the statements given above 2. Computer Software and Hardware 97. Consider the following statements:
is/are correct? attracted the highest share of FDI 1. There has been a consistent increase
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only equity inflow. in the agriculture credit flow over the
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 3. As per the World Investment Report years, exceeding the target every year
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2022, India ranked 5th in FDI inflow. for the past several years.
90. With which of the following Which of the statements given above 2. Due to persistent efforts of the
countries/groups of countries India is/are correct? government to increase pulse
has a free trade agreement? (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only production, from the last five years
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1. ASEAN (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 there has been an increase in
2. United States of America production of pulses rather than that
3. Japan of oilseeds.
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Which of the statements given above 1. Kol Rebellion Budhu Tana Bhagat 1. Jagirdars were holders of land
is/are correct? 2. Anglo-Khasi War Tirot Sing assignments in lieu of judicial and
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 3. Khond Rebellion Chakra Bisoi police duties, whereas Zamindars
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 4. Koraput Uprising Laxman Naik were holders of revenue rights
How many pairs given above are correctly without obligation to perform any
98. As per the economic survey 2022-23, matched? duty other than revenue collection.
consider the following statements: (a) Only one pair (b) Only two pairs 2. Land assignments to Jagirdars were
1. It occurs when a government’s total (c) Only three pairs (d) All four pairs hereditary and revenue rights of
expenses exceed its total revenue. Zamindars were not hereditary.
2. The combined Gross Fiscal Deficit 3. She was an Assamese tribal freedom Select the correct answer using the code
(GFD) of the States increased to 4.1 fighter who took part in the anti- given below.
per cent of GDP opium campaigns in tea plantations. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
Which of the statements given above She joined the Swadeshi movement (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
is/are correct? boycotting foreign liquors and opium.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only She was one of the bold labourers who 7. Consider the following statements:
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 joined in the fight for Indian freedom. (UPSC 2019)
She was killed in an encounter in 1921 1. Saint Nimbarka was a contem-porary
99. Consider the following statements and is remembered as the first female
of Akbar.
about the Balance of Trade (BOT): martyr of Assam.
2. Saint Kabir was greatly influenced by
1. Import of goods is entered as a credit The above paragraph best describes
Shaikh Ahmad Sirhindi.
item in the Balance of Trade. which of the following personalities?
2. If a country imports more goods than (a) Bhogeswari Phukanani
is/are correct?
what it exports then Deficit BOT will (b) Mungri Orang
arise. (c) Tileswari Barua
3. Factor income under service trade is (d) Rebati Lahon
the net sale of service products like 8. With reference to MianTansen, which
4. Which of the following statements is
shipping, banking, tourism, software one of the following statements is not
incorrect regarding the various
services, etc. correct? (UPSC 2019)
systems prevailed during the reign of
Which of the statements given above (a) Tansen was the title given to him by
Akbar?
is/are correct? Emperor Akbar.
(a) Nasaq was a system of measurement
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (b) Tansen composed Dhrupads on
and the assessment based upon that
(c) 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only Hindu gods and goddesses.
measurement.
(c) Tansen composed songs on his
(b) In the galla-bakhshi system, the
100.Mahalanobis plan is associated with patrons.
produce was divided between the
which five-year Plan? (d) Tansen invented many Ragas.
peasants and the state in fixed
(a) First five year Plan
proportion.
(b) Second Five year Plan 9. Who among the following Mughal
(c) Zabti was a system of measurement
(c) Third Five Year Plan Emperors shifted emphasis from
and the assessment based upon that
(d) Fourth Five Year Plan illustrated manuscripts to album and
measurement.
individual portrait? (UPSC 2019)
(d) The zabti system is associated with (a) Humayun (b) Akbar
Test - 93 Raja Todar Mal, and k sometimes (c) Jahangir (d) Shah Jahan
called Todar Mal's bandobast.
1. Circular-e-Azad was the publication 5. Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was regarding reign of Aurangzeb:
started by Chandrashekar Azad in (UPSC 2014) 1. The largest number of Persian works
order to generate support for the (a) The mosque for the use of Royal on classical Indian music were written
Non-Cooperation movement in rural Family in Aurangzeb’s reign
India. (b) Akbar’s private chamber prayer 2. His religious policies like inscribing
2. Swadesh Sevak was the Gurmukhi (c) The hall in which Akbar held ‘kalma’ on coins and continuing
paper that advocated both social discussions with scholars of various festivals like nauroz was appreciated
reform and push Indian troops to rise religions. among masses.
in revolt. (d) The room in which the nobles Which of the statements given above
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Which of the statements given above belonging to different religions is/are correct?
is/are correct? gathered to discuss religious affairs (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
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(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 6. With reference to Mughal India, what
is/are the difference/differences
2. Consider the following pairs: between Jagirdar and Zamindar?
Rebellion/War Person Associated (UPSC 2019)
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11. Which of the following was/were the 16. Consider the following statements (a) These are not essentially codified into
reasons for bitter war of succession about Mughal Finances laws.
between mughal rulers? 1. Revenue from the mints and (b) They are important because of
1. Absence of clear tradition of monopolies were reserved for the absolute nature of its interpretation.
succession central governments. (c) Breach of a moral right is a
2. The right of nomination by the ruler 2. Land revenue was based on the area punishable offence.
was not asserted in India during the under cultivation without considering (d) None of the above
Sultanate period the nature of the crop grown.
3. The Timurid tradition of partitioning 3. Village accountant was the employee 22. Consider the following statements:
was never applied in India of the village and not of the revenue 1. Article 21A guarantees right to early
Select the correct answer using the code department. childhood care and education for all
given below: Which of the statements given above children until they complete the age
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only is/are correct? of six years.
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only 2. The 86th Constitutional Amendment
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Act of 2002 amended both part III and
12. Consider the following pairs: Part IV of the Indian constitution.
Name - Department 17. Consider the following statements Which of the statements given above
1. Diwan-i-risalat - Religious matter regarding Chishti tradition is/are correct?
2. Diwan-i-insha - Correspondence 1. A major feature of the Chishti (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
3. Diwan-i-arz - Military tradition was austerity. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the pairs given above is/are 2. The Sufis accepted unsolicited grants
correctly matched? and donations from the political 23. Which of the following statements
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only elites. is/are correct regarding Fundamental
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Choose the correct statements Right?
(a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 1. They are not sacrosanct but can only
13. Consider the following statements: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) None of these be amended by ordinary Act.
1. Branding of horses Known as ‘dagh’ 2. They are defended and guaranteed
system was introduced in India by 18. Identify the incorrectly matched. by the Supreme Court.
Sher Shah Suri. (a) moballa- power of attorney 3. They can be suspended during the
2. The Padmavat of Malik Muhammad (b) fatwa- Islamic religious declaration operation of a National Emergency
Jaisi, was completed during Sher (c) Khanazad-hereditary Muslim including the rights guaranteed by
Shah’s reign. aristocrats in the Mughal court Articles 20 and 21.
Which of the statements given above (d) masand -a deputy of the Sikh guru Select the correct answer using the code
is/are correct? given below:
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 19. Amil-Guzar in Medieval India was a (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) Village Headman (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(b) Trader
14. Which of the following was a French (c) Revenue Collector 24. In which of the following landmark
doctor who visited India duringthe rule (d) Banker verdicts, the Supreme Court has
of Mughal? applied the Doctrine of severability?
(a) Jean-Baptiste Tavernier 20. Consider the following statement 1. Minerva Mills vs Union of India
(b) Roberto de Nobili 1. Hall of prayer built by Akbar at 2. Kihoto Hollohan Vs Zachillhu
(c) François Bernier Fatehpur sikri is known as Ibadat Select the correct answer using the code
(d) Duarte Barbosa khana. given below:
2. Ibadat khana was opened to people (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
15. With respect to Mughal of Hinduism and Islam only. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Administration the term ‘Muhtasib’ 3. Policy of 'Sulhe - kul' was based on
refers to- peace to all. 25. Consider the following statements:
(a) The process of administration of 4. A leading jaina saint, Hira Vijay Suri 1. Religious denominations" as used in
justice spent a couple of years at Akbar's Article 26 are defined by the
(b) Officials responsible for ensuring that court. Constitution of India.
things forbidden by Sharia were not Choose the correct statements 2. State cannot impose any taxes for the
flouted openly
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(a) 1 and 2 promotion or maintenance of any

(c) A system of Slavery (b) 1, 3 and 4 particular religion.
(d) The officials appointed to survey the (c) 1 and 3 Which of the statements given above
lands and ascertain the irrigation (d) None of the above is/are correct?
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needs (a) 1 only (b) 2 only

21. Which of the following is correct about (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
"Moral Rights"?
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26. Consider the following statements: The 30. The power to increase the number of
Supreme Court of India tenders advice judges in the Supreme Court of India is 34. Consider the following statements:
to the President of India on matters of vested in 1. The motion to impeach a judge of the
law or fact (a) the President of India Supreme Court of India cannot be
1. on its own initiative (on any matter of (b) the Parliament rejected by the Speaker of the Lok
larger public interest). (c) the Chief Justice of India Sabha as per the Judges (Inquiry) Act,
2. if he seeks such an advice. (d) the Law Commission 1968.
3. only if the matters relate to the 2. The constitution of India defines and
Fundamental Rights of the citizens. 31. In India, Judicial Review implies gives details of what constitutes
Which of the statements given above is/ (a) The power of the Judiciary to "incapacity and proved
are correct? pronounce upon the constitutionality misbehaviour" of the judges of the
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only of laws and executive orders. Supreme Court of India.
(c) 3 only (d) 1 and 2 (b) The power of the Judiciary to 3. The details of the process of the
question the wisdom of the laws impeachment of the judges of the
27. Which of the following are included in
enacted by the Legislatures. Supreme Court of India are given in
the original jurisdiction of the Supreme
Court? (c) The power of the Judiciary to review the judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968.
1. A dispute between the Government all the legislative enactments before 4. If the motion of the impeachment of
of India and one or more States they are assented to by the President. a judge is taken up for voting, the law
2. A dispute regarding elections to (d) The power of the Judiciary to review requires the motion to be backed by
either House of the Parliament or that its own judgements given earlier in each house of the parliament and
of Legislature of a State similar or different cases. supported by a majority of total
3. A dispute between the Government membership of that house and by not
of India and a Union Territory 32. Consider the following statements: less than two-thirds of total members
1. The 44th Amendment to the of that House present and voting.
4. A dispute between two or more
Constitution of India introduced an Which of the statements given above is/
States
Article placing the election of the are correct?
Prime Minister beyond judicial review. (a) 1 and 2 (b) 3 only
given below:
2. The Supreme Court of India struck (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 3 and 4
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3
down the 99th Amendment to the
(c) 1 and 4 (d) 3 and 4
Constitution of India as being 35. Consider the following statements:
28. What is the provision to safeguard the violative of the independence of 1. The Constitution of India defines its
autonomy of the Supreme Court of judiciary. structure in terms of federalism,
India? Which of the statements given above is/ secularism, fundamental rights and
1. While appointing the Supreme Court are correct? democracy.
Judges, the President of India has to (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. The Constitution of India provides for
consult the Chief Justice of India. (c) Both 1 and 2 (b) Neither 1 nor 2 'Judicial review' to safeguard the
2. The Supreme Court Judges can be citizens' liberties and to preserve the
removed by the Chief Justice of India 33. With reference to the constitution of ideals on which the Constitution is
only. India, prohibition or limitations or based.
3. The salaries of the Judges are charged provisions contained in ordinary laws Which of the statements given above is
cannot act as prohibitions or
on the Consolidated Fund of India to are correct?
limitations on the constitutional
which the legislature does not have to (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
powers under Article 142. It could
vote. (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
mean which one of the following?
4. All appointments of officers and staff
(a) The decisions taken by the Election
of the Supreme Court of India are 36. With reference to India, consider the
Commission of India while
made by the Government only after following statements:
discharging its duties cannot be
consulting the Chief Justice of India. 1. Judicial custody means an accused is
challenged in any court of law.
Which of the statements given above is/ in the custody of the concerned
(b) The Supreme Court of India is not
are correct? magistrate and such accused is
constrained in the exercise of its
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 3 and 4 only locked up in police station, not in jail.
powers by laws made by the
(c) 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 2. During judicial custody, the policy
parliament.
29. The power of the Supreme Court of officer in charge of the case is not
(c) In the event of grave financial crises in
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India to decide disputes between the allowed to interrogate the

the country, the President of India can
Centre and the States falls under its suspect without the approval of the
declare Financial Emergency without
(a) advisory jurisdiction court.
the counsel from the cabinet.
(b) appellate jurisdiction Which of the statements given above
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(d) State Legislatures cannot make laws

(c) original jurisdiction is/are correct?
on certain matters without the
(d) writ jurisdiction (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
concurrence of the Union legislature.
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1. Mediterranean Sea is to the North of
37. With reference to India, consider the 41. Recently Minister of Railways peninsula.
following statements: inaugurated and dedicated Green 2. The red sea is to the south of
1. When a prisoner makes out a Railway Corridor to the country. peninsula.
sufficient case, parole cannot be Consider the following statements 3. To the south east, Gulf of Aqaba is
denied to such prisoner because it regarding Green Railway Corridor. located.
becomes a matter of his/her right. 1. The dedicated corridors are Okha- Which of the statements given above are
2. State Governments have their own Kanalus and Porbandar-Wansjaliya correct?
Prisoners Release on Parole Rules. Sections of South - Western Railway. (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3
Which of the statements given above 2. These tracks are covered with Solar (c) 1 and 3 (d) All of the above
is/are correct? panels and trees which will absorb
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Pollution emitted from the trains. 46. Consider the following statements
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Choose the correct statements using the about Barren Island.
code given below. 1. It is India’s only active volcano.
38. Which one of the following in Indian (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. It’s also the only active volcano along
polity is an essential feature that (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 a chain of volcanoes from Sumatra to
indicates that it is federal in character? Myanmar.
(a) The independence of judiciary is 42. Consider the following statements 3. It is situated in Andaman and
safeguarded. regarding Alluvial Soils. Nicobar Island.
(b) The Union Legislature has elected 1. In the Peninsular region, they are Choose the correct statements
representatives from constituent found in deltas of the east coast and (a) 1 and 2
units. in the river valleys. (b) 2 and 3
(c) The Union Cabinet can have elected 2. The alluvial soils vary in nature from (c) 1 and 3
representatives from regional parties. sandy loam to clay. (d) All of the above
(d) The Fundamental Rights are 3. They are generally poor in potash but
enforceable by Courts of Law. rich in phosphorous. 47. Consider the following statements
Choose the correct statement/s regarding THOR.
39. With reference to Indian judiciary, (a) Only 3 (b) Only 1 1. THOR is an experiment that aims to
consider the following statements: (c) Only 2 (d) 1 and 2 investigate electrical activity from
1. Any retired judge of the Supreme Court thunderstorms.
of India can be called back to sit and 43. Consider the following statements 2. The interaction between charged
act as a Supreme Court judge by the 1. The magnitude of deflection by particles produces a variety of
Chief Justice of India with prior Coriolis force is directly proportional dazzling electric phenomena like blue
permission of the President of India. to the ‘Sine’ of latitudes. jets.
2. A High Court in India has the power 2. Near poles, the belt of low pressure is 3. Blue jets most frequently happen in
to review its own judgement as the more persistent in summer season early thunder storms.
Supreme Court does. but generally disappears in winter. Choose the correct statements
Which of the statements given above Which of the following statements is (a) 1 and 2
is/are correct? correct? (b) 2 and 3
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) Only 1 (c) 1 and 3
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (b) Only 2 (d) All of the above
(c) Both 1 and 2
40. Consider the following statements: (d) None of the above 48. The term Micius, recently seen in news
1. Pursuant to the report of H.N. Sanyal is:
Committee, the Contempt of Courts 44. Consider the following statements (a) A Super Computer made by China.
Act, 1971 was passed. about snow leopard. (b) An Exoplanet.
2. The Constitution of India empowers 1. It is found in Asia and North America. (c) A Quantum Satellite launched by
the Supreme Court and the High 2. It is listed as Endangered on the China.
Courts to punish for contempt of IUCN-World Conservation Union’s (d) A new Vaccine.
themselves. Red List of the Threatened Species.
3. The Constitution of India defines Civil Which of the statement/s given above 49. With reference to Paramparagat Krishi
Contempt and Criminal Contempt. is/are incorrect? Vikas Yojana (PKVY), consider the
(a) Only 1
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4. In India, the Parliament is vested with following statements:

the powers to make laws on (b) Only 2 1. It is a cluster based programme to
Contempt of Court. (c) Both 1 and 2 promote organic farming in the
Which of the statements given above (d) None of the above country.
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is/are correct? 2. Under this scheme, 10,000 clusters

(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 45. Consider the following statements will be formed covering 10 lakh acre
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 3 only about Sinai Peninsula. area under organic farming.
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Which of the statements given above Code:
is/are correct? 55.Consider the following statements (a) Only 2 (b) 1, 2, and 3
(a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 given below and mark the INCORRECT (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 one/ones.
1. Coffee tree can grow to a height of 60. Consider the following statements
50. With reference to Satpura range, more than 25 feet. regarding the Himachal and
consider the following statements: 2. The beans we brew are the processed Uttaranchal Himalayas.
1. It forms the northernmost boundary and roasted seeds of coffee cherry. 1. This part lies approximately between
of Deccan Plateu. 3. Coffee is world’s second most traded the Kali in the east and Ravi in the
2. It is a classic example of Block commodity. west.
Mountain. Code: 2. This region is drained by two major
3. It is formed by a series of Scrapped (a) 1 and 2 river systems of India the Indus and
Plateus. (b) 2 and 3 the Ganga.
Which of the statements given above (c) Only 1 3. The northernmost part of the
is/are incorrect? (d) None of the above Himachal Himalayas is an extension
(a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 of the Ladakh cold desert.
(c) 2 and 3 (d) All are correct 56. Consider the following regarding Choose the correct statements
Natural Gas- (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3
51. Consider the following statements 1. Natural gas is found in upper strata (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1,2 and 3
regarding Hakka - Pikki community. during drilling of oil wells
1. This tribe is mainly found in southern 2. Natural gas in compressed form is 61. With reference to technologies for
India and are semi nomadic in nature. used as fuel for vehicles which is solar power production, consider the
2. They suffered most during known as CNG following statements: 2014 - I]
demonetisation as no one in the 3. Andaman and Nicobar islands have 1. ‘Photovoltaics’ is a technology that
community have bank accounts. large reserves of natural gas generates electricity by direct
Which of the statement given above Which of the above sentences are true? conversion of light into electricity,
is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 while ‘Solar Thermal’ is a technology
(a) Only 1 (b) 2 only (c) Only 2 (d) 1,2 and 3 that utilizes the Sun’s rays to generate
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 heat which is further used in
57. Which of these countries borders electricity generation process.
52. Which of these important passes and Ecuador? 2. Photovoltaics generates Alternating
the region are matched incorrectly? 1. Brazil 2. Bolivia Current (AC), while Solar Thermal
1. Banihal - Zaskar 3. Peru 4. Colombia generates Direct Current (DC).
2. Khardung La- Great Himalayas Code 3. India has manufacturing base for
3. Zoji La -Ladakh (a) 1,2 and 3 (b) 1,3 and 4 Solar Thermal technology, but not for
4. Photu La –PirPanjal (c) 3 and 4 (d) 1,2,3 and 4 Photovoltaics.
Code Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 1,2 and3 58. Choose the correct statements using is/are correct?
(c) 2,3 and 4 (d) 1,2,3 and 4 the codes given below (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
1. Sirocco is a cool and dry local wind in (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) None
53. Which of the given rivers rise amidst Africa.
the Aravali Ranges? 2. They originate either over North 62. Which of the following pairs is/are
1. Luni 2. Banas Africa or sometimes south of the Alps correctly matched? [2014 - I]
3. Sabarmati 4. Vaigai and flow northward into the southern Spacecraft Purpose
5. Sakhi Mediterranean basin. 1. Cassini-Huygens : Orbiting the Venus
Select the correct answer using the codes Code and transmitting data to the Earth
given below (a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 2. Messenger : Mapping and
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 investigating the Mercury
(c) 1, 2, 3, and 5 (d) 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 3. Voyager 1 and 2 : Exploring the
59. Which of the following are the possible outer solar system
54. Consider the following statements uses of Neem Oil? Select the correct answer using the code
regarding Alluvial Soils. 1. Treating worm, insect and mosquito given below.
1. Khadar is the old alluvium. bite (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
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2. Bhangar is the new alluvium. 2. Works as insect repellent (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
3. Alluvial soils are intensively 3. To get rid of hair and skin disorders
cultivated. as well as dandruff and head lice 63. With reference to ‘Astrosat’, the
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Choose the correct statement/s 4. To treat urine infection, urine astronomical observatory launched by
(a) Only 1 (b) Only 2 disorders as well as India, which of the following
(c) Only 3 (d) 1 and 3 stomach/intestinal worms statements is/are correct? [2016-I]
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1. Other than USA and Russia, India is Which of the statements given above
the only country to have launched a is/are correct? 72. With reference to the fer utilizers,
similar observatory into space. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only consider the following statements:
2. Astrosat is a 2000 kg satellite placed (c) 2 and 3 only (d) None 1. Fertilizers like ammonium sulphate
in an orbit at 1650 km above the and urea increase the soil pH
surface of the Earth. 68. With reference to India's satellite drastically.
Select the correct answer using the code launch vehicles, consider the following 2. Excessive use of inorganic fertilizers in
given below. statements: [2018-I] agricultural practices has been
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 1. PSLVs launch the satellites useful for associated with soil acidification.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Earth resources monitoring whereas 3. The excess use of nitrate-containing
GSLVs are designed mainly to launch fertilizers leads to contamination of
64. Consider the following statements: communication satellites. groundwater an d causes blue
[2016-I] The Mangalyaan launched by 2. Satellites launched by PSLV appear to colouration of the skin.
ISRO remain permanently fixed in the same Which of the statements given above is/
1. is also called the Mars Orbiter Mission position in the sky, as viewed from a are correct?
2. made India the second country to particular location on Earth. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
have a spacecraft orbit the Mars after 3. GSLV Mk III is a four-staged launch l (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
USA vehicle with the first and third stages
3. made India the only country to be l using solid rocket motors; and the 73. Which of the following can be cited as
successful in making its spacecraft second and fourth stages using liquid indicators of healthy soil?
orbit the Mars in its very first attempt rocket engines. 1. Incorporation of adequate organic
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above matter
is/are correct? is/are correct.? 2. Habitat to a diverse mix of organisms
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 3. Decreased nutritional value
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 2 (d) 3 only Select the correct answer using the code
given below:
69. For the measurement/estimation of
65. ‘Project Loon’, sometimes seen in the (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
which of the following are satellite
news, is related to (c) 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only
images/remote sensing data used?
(a) waste management technology
[2019-I]
(b) wireless communication technology 74. Which of the following can be cited as
1. Chlorophyll content in the vegetation
(c) solar power production technology negative impacts of soil pollution?
of a specific location
(d) water conservation technology 1. Loss of nutrients in the soil
2. Greenhouse gas emissions from rice
2. Increase in nitrogen fixation
paddies of a specific location
66. The terms 'Event Horizon', 3. Decreases the general biodiversity
3. Land surface temperatures of a
'Singularity', `String Theory' and Select the correct answer using the code
specific location
'Standard Model' are sometimes seen given below:
in the news in the context of [2017-I] Select the correct answer using the code
(a) Observation and understanding of given below:
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
the Universe (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(b) Study of the solar and the lunar (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
75. Which of the following are associated
eclipses 70. The experiment will employ a trio of with salinization?
(c) Placing satellites in the orbit of the spacecraft flying in formation in the 1. Excessive irrigation and use of
Earth shape of an equilateral triangle that fertilizers
(d) Origin and evolution of living has sides one million kilometres long, 2. Dissolved salts in water
organisms on the Earth with lasers shining between the craft.” 3. Enhanced crop production
The experiment in question refers to Select the correct answer using the code
67. With reference to the Indian Regional [2020-I] given below:
Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), (a) Voyager-2 (b) New Horizons (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 2 only
consider the following statements: (c) LISA Pathfinder (d) Evolved LISA (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only
[2018-I] 71. Which of the following factors are 76. Consider the following statements
1. IRNSS has three satellites in responsible for the formation of soil? regarding Biomagnification:
geostationary and four satellites in 1. Weathering of rocks due to 1. It can only occur in a linear
geosynchronous orbits. temperature changes unidirectional food chain.
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2. IRNSS covers entire India and about 2. Activities of lichens 2. It is a result of an accumulation of
5500 sq. km beyond its borders. 3. Moving water pesticides.
3. India will have its own satellite Select the correct answer using the code 3. It is closely associated with Neo-
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navigation system with full global given below: Darwinism and mostly occurred
coverage by the middle of 2019. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only naturally.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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Which of the statements given above 3. Atmospheric pressure
is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code 87. Recently, data embassies were
(a) 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only given below: mentioned in the Budget 2023-24, it is
(c) 1 only (d) 1 and 3 only (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only associated with:
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) Digital frauds solutions
77. Consider the following statements (b) Financial digital transfers solutions
regarding noise pollution: 82. Consider the following statements: (c) Collective information of world
1. It is measured in decibels (dB). 1. Only members of the same species history.
2. Any unwanted sound above 80 dB is can interbreed to produce fertile (d) Data learning solution for children.
hazardous. offspring.
3. It can be reduced by a green belt of 2. Every species has its unique genetic 88. Consider the following statements
trees which are efficient noise characteristics that make the species regarding Mahila Samman Bachat
absorbers. different from other species. Patra Scheme:
Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above 1. It is a one-time small saving scheme
is/are correct? is/are correct? for women.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only 2. It will provide deposit facility for
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 women for five years.
3. It guarantees increase in interest rate
78. Consider the following statements: 83. Stratification of a community refers to with partial withdrawal option.
1. Non -ionizing r adiations are elec the- Which of the statements given above
cryomagnetic wav es of longer (a) Climax community of animals is/are correct?
wavelengths with high energy. (b) Intermediate layer of vegetation (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
2. Ionizing radiations are (c) Vertical layers of the vegetation (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
electromagnetic radiations having (d) None of the above
very high energy and short 89. Consider the following statements
wavelength. 84. Consider the following statements regarding Agriculture Accelerator
Which of the statements given above regarding Ecological Succession: Fund:
is/are correct? 1. Only the biotic components are 1. It will encourage agri-startups by
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only involved in the process of succession. experienced entrepreneurs in both
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. During the process of succession rural and urban areas.
both the plants and animal 2. It will focus on bringing back old
79. Which of the following damages can be communities are changed and traditional organic farming practices.
considered as somatic damage caused replaced. Which of the statements given above
by radioactive radiation? Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1. Damage to cells that are not is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
associated with reproduction cells (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
2. Reddening of the skin (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. Formation of holes in tissues 90. Consider the following statements
4. Reduction of white blood cells 85. The 'Symbiotic relationship' is an regarding PM Pranam Scheme:
Select the correct answer using the code example of which of the following 1. It aims to incentivise states and union
given below: interaction? territories to promote alternative
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (a) Amensalism (b) Competition fertilisers.
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (c) Neutralism (d) Mutualism 2. It will be financed through the savings
of existing fertiliser subsidy under
80. Which of the following impacts are 86. Consider the following statements Department of Fertilizers.
likely to be noticed due to the regarding National Financial Which of the statements given above
increased noise pollution? Information Registry: is/are correct?
1. Psychological disorders 1. It will be set up to serve as the central (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
2. Emotional Imbalances repository of financial and ancillary (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. Blood Pressure related diseases information.
Select the correct answer using the code 2. It will be governed by Reserve Bank of 91. Consider the following statements
given below: India. regarding Bharat SHRI:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only 3. Reserve Bank of India will have 1. It is a digital epigraphy museum with
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(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 authority to share or not to share the ancient inscriptions.
financial information. 2. It will be setup by the Archaeological
81. Which of the following can be cited as Which of the statements given above Survey of India at Bangalore.
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Abiotic components of the ecosystem? is/are correct? Which of the statements given above
1. Carbohydrates (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only is/are correct?
2. Carbon dioxide (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
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(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2, and 3 only 3. Unlike in the 1970s, central banks
now have a solid framework in place
92. Consider the following statements with 96. Consider the following statements with to combat inflation.
regard to Economic Survey 2022-23: reference to Planning commission: Select the correct answer using the code
1. The Non-food credit offtake by 1. It was established in the same year in given below:
scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) which our Constitution came into (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
has been steadily declining since April force. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2022. 2. Home Minister was the head of the
2. The recovery rate for the SCBs Commission. 100. Consider the following statements:
through Insolvency and Bankruptcy Which of the statements given above 1. In Financial Year 2022, India’s
Code (IBC) was highest in FY22 is/are correct? petroleum products continued to be
compared to other channels. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only the most exported commodity
3. The Capital-to-Risk Weighted Assets (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 followed by gems and jewellery.
Ratio (CRAR) of the SCBs remains well 2. In the last two decades India’s trade
above the regulatory requirement of 97. According to the economic survey for as a percentage of GDP has been
11.5. 2022–2023, there has been consistently above 40% and close to
Which of the statements given above convergence between the consumer world average.
is/are correct? price index and wholesale price index. Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only In this context, which of the following is/are correct?
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 can be considered as the driving
factors?
93. Consider the following statements with 1. WPI inflation touched double digits
regard to Economic Survey 2022-23: due to unfavourable base effects.
2. Convergence happened due to the Test - 94
1. Foreign Banks and Primary dealers
were net buyers of government rise in prices of commodities like iron
and aluminium. 1. Consider the following statements
securities in the secondary market. regarding Preferential trade
2. Public Sector Banks and Cooperative 3. There was an increase in the CPI due
arrangements (PTAs):
banks were net sellers of government to an increase in the price of services.
1. Under Preferential trade
securities in the secondary market. Select the correct answer using the code
arrangements (PTAs), a country can
3. After remaining steady through 2021, given below:
offer trade preferences, such as lower
the yield on the 10-year government (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
or zero tariffs to a trade partner
bond rose in 2022. (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
unilaterally.
Which of the statements given above 2. In a Partial Scope agreement only
is/are correct? 98. According to the economic survey for
2022–2023, which of the following can investment is allowed in another
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only country.
be considered a reason for the rise in
(c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3 Which of the statements given above
retail inflation?
1. Higher food inflation is the main is/are correct?
94. Extended Credit Facility (ECF) is (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
cause of retail inflation.
provided by which of the following
2. A shortage in the production of (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Financial Institutions?
(a) World Bank (WB) edible oil had no impact on retail
inflation. 2. Which among the following
(b) International Monetary Fund (IMF) organizations publishes an
(c) Asian Development Bank (ADB) Select the correct answer using the code
given below: ‘Adaptation Gap Report’?
(d) New Development Bank (NDB) (a) The United Nations Environment
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Programme
95. Consider the following statements (b) World Wildlife Fund
about the AYURSWASTHYA Yojana:
99. According to the economic survey of (c) International Union for Conservation
1. It is a centrally sponsored scheme.
2022–2023, how is present inflation of Nature
2. The maximum admissible financial
different from the inflation during the (d) Bombay Natural History Society
assistance under the Centre of
1970s?
Excellence component of this scheme
1. Unlike the 1970s, present inflation is
to an organization is ten crores’ 3. Consider the following pairs.
due to price rises in a diverse range of
rupees.
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commodities Vaccines Types

3. The Ministry of Health and Family 1. Zycov-D DNA Vaccine
2. Today inflation, like that of the 1970s,
Welfare is the nodal ministry for the 2. Sputnik-V mRNA Vaccine
is the result of a steady rise in global
implementation of this scheme.
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inflation over a number of years. 3. Covishield Vector based

Which of the statements given above Vaccine
is/are correct? Which of the pairs given above is/are
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only correctly matched?
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(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only 7. Which of the following are likely Which of the statements given above
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 3 only impacts of the positive Indian Ocean is/are correct?
Dipole in extreme cases? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. Droughts in the East African countries (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
4. Dadabhai Naoroji argued that a great
deal of Indian wealth was drained to 2. Stronger-than-normal Indian
England in the form of Home Charges. summer monsoon rainfall 11. It is the only river in India that cuts the
Which among the following 3. Extreme Floods in Indonesia Tropic of Cancer twice, first in Madhya
constituted the Home Charges? 4. Droughts in South-eastern Australia Pradesh from where it flows towards
1. Incentive to the shareholders of the Select the correct answer using the codes Rajasthan and enters Gujarat where it
Company. given below: cuts for the second time.It drains into
2. Pensions to those who retired from (a) 2 and 4 only (b) 1 and 3 only the Arabian Sea through the Gulf of
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only Khambhat.
civil and military services.
Which of the following options best
3. Expenses on wars fought in India.
8. It is an in-situ remediation technology matches with the description given
4. Savings and the salaries of European
that uses indigenous microorganisms above?
officials.
to biodegrade organic constituents in (a) Narmada
the saturated zone. Under this process (b) Mahi
given below:
air (or oxygen) and nutrients (if (c) Tapi
(a) 1 and 4 only
needed) are injected into the saturated (d) Son
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
zone to increase the biological activity
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
of the indigenous microorganisms. It 12. After Lahore Congress session,
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 can be used to reduce concentrations Mahatma Gandhi presented eleven
of petroleum constituents that are demands to the Government, which of
5. Consider the following statements dissolved in groundwater. Which of the following are part of Mahatma
regarding ‘Pradhan Mantri Promotion the following best describes the above Gandhi’s eleven demands?
of Alternative Nutritious and description? 1. Removal of Army from India including
agriculture management (PM (a) Phytoremediation princely states
PRANAM) scheme’: (b) Bioventing 2. Reforms in Criminal Investigation
1. It aims to check soil degradation due (c) Biosparging Department
to excessive use of chemical soil
(d) Bioaugmentation 3. Abolish Postal Reservation Bill
nutrients and also to reduce rising
4. Eliminate land revenue
fertilizer subsidy. 9. With respect to Special Drawing 5. Introduce textile protection
2. It has been launched to incentivize Rights, consider the following Select the correct answer using the codes
States and Union Territories to statements:
given below:
promote alternative fertilizers and 1. SDR holding of a country is the
(a) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only
balanced use of chemical fertilizers. component of the Foreign Exchange
(b) 2, 3 and 5 only
3. The scheme comes under the Ministry Reserve of that country.
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
of Agriculture and farmers welfare. 2. SDR is allocated strictly on the basis
(d) 2 and 5 only
Which of the statements given above are of the Purchasing Power Parity of the
correct? country. 13. Typha, Phragmites, Ipomoea and
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only 3. The general allocation of SDR is Cyprus plants are often seen in news,
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 approved by the Board of Governors these are used in:
of IMF. (a) Cleaning of air pollution.
6. Consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above (b) Treatment of heavy metals
1. World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is a UN is/are correct? (c) Used for the treatment of cancer.
specialised body dedicated to the (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (d) Used in the production of energy.
preservation and conservation of (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
nature and its different species.
14. Which of the following are the
2. Earth Hour, a global grassroots 10. With regard to Comptroller and examples of adaptations in organisms?
movement uniting people to take Auditor General (CAG), consider the 1. Shape of bird’s beak.
action on environmental issues and following statements: 2. Migration of birds from temperate
protect the planet is organized by 1. CAG acts as a guide, friend and and polar region towards tropical
WWF. philosopher of the Estimates region.
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Which of the statements given above Committee of the Parliament. 3. Presence of feathers and wings in
is/are correct? 2. CAG submits three audit reports to birds.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only the President–audit report on Select the correct answer using the code
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 appropriation accounts, audit report
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given below:
on finance accounts, and audit report (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
on public undertakings. (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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3. Compactness and reasonable size of 24. With reference to the electoral bonds,
15. Which of the following statements are the area. consider the following statements:
correct regarding International Fund 4. Preponderance of tribal area. 1. It can be bought by any Indian citizen
for Agricultural Development? Select the correct answer using the code from any bank in India.
1. It is a specialized agency of the United given below: 2. It is valid throughout the financial
Nations and was one of the major (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only year.
outcomes of the 1974 World Food (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Which of the statements given above
Conference. is/are correct?
2. It was set up after Rome conference 20. With reference to the Cornwallis Code, (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
as International Financial Institutions. consider the following statements: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. It aims to finance agricultural 1. It provided for separation of revenue
development projects, primarily for and justice administration. 25. Consider the following statements:
food production in the developing 2. European subjects were also brought 1. Mangrove forests can be found
countries. under jurisdiction by this code. across all the coastal areas of Earth.
Select the correct answer using the code 3. The principle of sovereignty of law 2. The roots of the Mangrove trees don’t
given below: was established. require oxygen and they perform
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only Which of the statements given above anaerobic respiration.
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 is/are correct? 3. Mangroves provides shelter and food
(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only to fishes and other aquatic
16. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 organisms.
regarding Coriolis force: Which of the statements given above
1. The magnitude of the Coriolis force is 21. Consider the following statements is/are correct?
proportional to the speed of the wind. about N-Treat technology: (a) 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
2. The Coriolis Force increases 1. It is a seven-stage in- situ process for (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
progressively towards the poles. nuclear waste treatment.
Which of the statements given above is 2. It is a natural and environment 26. Which of the following countries are
/are correct? friendly mechanism developed by sharing their borders with the Red Sea?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only IISc, Bangalore. 1. Sudan 2. South Sudan
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Which of the statements given above 3. Ethiopia 4. Eritrea
is/are correct? Select the correct answer using the code
17. With reference to the Critical minerals, (a) 1 only (b) 2 only given below:
consider the following statements: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1,2 and 4 only (b) 1 and 4 only
1. These elements are the building (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1,3 and 4 only
blocks of essential modern-day 22. Consider the following statements
technologies. with respect to Phosphorous cycle: 27. Cryomesh Technology is sometimes
2. They include graphite, lithium, cobalt 1. Rainfall is the only source of addition seen in the news, is associated with:
and rare earths. of phosphorous to the soil. (a) Preventing emission of greenhouse
3. Critical Minerals are key to scale up 2. The phosphorous present in the living emission.
transition towards clean energy and organisms is released into the (b) Freezing and storing coral larvae.
digital environment through decomposition (c) Prevention of data breach.
economy. process. (d) Cloud gaming.
Which of the statements given above are Which of the statements given above
correct? is/are correct? 28. Consider the following statements
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only regarding aims of Hindustan
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 2 only (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Republican Association:
1. It aimed to organise an armed
18. Which of the following rivers is 23. According to budget 2023-2024, revolution to overthrow the colonial
considered crystal-clear and arrange the following sources of government
transparent while allowing you to see money that comes from various 2. It aimed to establish the Federal
the riverbed in its natural state? sources, in decreasing order: Republic of United States of India
(a) Umngot River (b) Chambal River 1. Goods and Services Tax whose basic principle would be adult
(c) Tuipui River (d) Teesta River 2. Borrowings and other Liabilities franchise.
3. Union Excise Duty Which of the statements given above
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19. While declaring an area as a Scheduled 4. Corporation Tax is/are correct?

Area which of the following criteria are Select the correct answer using the code (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
taken into consideration? given below: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
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1. Under developed nature of the area. (a) 2-1-4-3 (b) 1-2-3-4

2. Marked disparity in economic (c) 1-2-4-3 (d) 2-1-3-4 29. The term “HIP 99770B” is sometimes
standard of the people. seen in the news in the context of:
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(a) a new moon of Saturn discovered by (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Which of the statements given above are
the James Webb telescope. correct?
(b) an earth-grazing asteroid. 34. Consider the following Greenhouse (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) an exoplanet discovered by gases: (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
astronomers. 1. Methane
(d) None of the above 2. Carbon dioxide 38. Consider the following statements
3. Nitrous Oxide with respect to Photochemical Smog:
30. Consider the following pairs: What is the correct increasing order of 1. It occurs mostly in moist conditions
Places in Location global warming potential of the above during the presence of fog in the
News gases? lower atmosphere.
1. Zaporizhia Belarus (a) 2-3-1 (b) 1-3-2 2. It results in the formation of Ozone at
2. Khartoum Sudan (c) 1-2-3 (d) 2-1-3 lower levels of troposphere.
3. Odesa Ukraine 3. It can cause extensive damage to
4. Aleppo Cyprus 35. Which of the following provisions plant life.
Which of the pairs given above is/are was/were added by the 91st 4. Sulphur oxides are primarily
correctly matched? Amendment Act of 2003? responsible for the formation of
(a) Only one pair 1. The total strength of the council of Photochemical smog
(b) Only two pairs ministers in a state shall not exceed Which of the statements given above are
(c) Only three pairs 15 per cent of the total strength of the correct?
(d) All four pairs legislative assembly of that state. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
2. The number of ministers, including (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1 and 4 only
31. Consider the following statements the chief minister, in a state shall not
with respect to the Real Effective be less than 12. 39. The Term ‘Porcupine doctrine; recently
Exchange Rate (REER): 3. A member of state legislature if seen in news is related to:
1. It is a measure of the value of a disqualified on the ground of (a) Intellectual Property Convention
currency against a weighted average defection shall also be disqualified to (b) Settlement of Disputes under
of several foreign currencies. be appointed as a minister. UNCLOS
2. An increase in REER indicates a loss in Select the correct answer using the code (c) Nuclear non-proliferation and
trade competitiveness. given below. disarmament norms
Which of the statements given above (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (d) Strategy of Asymmetric warfare
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 40. The governor of a state in India has
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 36. With reference to Eka Movement, constitutional discretion in which of
consider the following statements: the following cases?
32. Consider the following statements 1. The movement was associated with 1. Reservation of a bill for the
regarding Kulhadar Group: peasants of Madras region. consideration of the President.
1. It is a group of miniature paintings 2. It was against high rents and 2. Recommendation for the imposition
belonging to the 16th century. oppression of thikadars in charge of of the President’s Rule in the state.
2. It includes illustrations of the revenue collection. 3. While exercising his functions as the
Chaurapanchasika, the Gita Govinda, 3. The grassroot leadership of the Eka administrator of an adjoining union
the Bhagavata Purana and Ragamala. Movement came from low caste territory.
Which of the statements given above leaders. 4. Seeking information from the chief
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above minister with regard to the legislative
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only is/are correct? matters of the state.
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) 1 and 2 only Select the correct answer using the code
(b) 2 only given below:
33. Consider the following statements (c) 1 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only
about Achanakmar Amarkantak (d) 2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only
Biosphere Reserve: (c) 1, 2 and 3 only
1. Most of the areas of this Biosphere 37. Consider the following statement with (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
are covered with moist deciduous reference to Correspondent Banks: 41. Which of the following factors affect
forests. 1. It is a financial institution that act as the distribution of temperature of
2. It is the ecologically diverse landscape an agent on behalf of other financial
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Ocean?
covering Chhattisgarh and Odisha. institution. 1. Latitude
3. It is drained by the Narmada and Son 2. It can facilitate wire transfer. 2. Unequal distribution of land and
River. 3. Domestic banks generally use water
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Which of the above statements is/are correspondent banks to gain access 3. Prevailing wind
correct? to foreign financial markets. 4. Ocean currents
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Select the correct answer using the codes 46. Which of the following provisions in (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
given below: the constitution can be amended by a
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 4 only simple majority? 51. Which of the following can be achieved
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 1. Establishment of the new states through Generative Artificial
2. Termination of citizenship Intelligence?
42. Consider the following statements 3. Election of the President 1. Turning numerical data into picture.
with reference to cryogenic fuels: Select the correct code using the code 2. Assisting fashion designers design
1. Cryogenic fuels are fuels that must be given below: clothes.
stored at very low temperatures in (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only 3. Generate new drug compounds.
order to keep them in a liquid (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 4. Music Composition
condition. Select the correct answer using the code
2. Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen 47. Consider the following statements given below:
are used as propellants in cryogenic about the Kameng river: (a) 1 ,2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 4 only
engines. 1. It is a major tributary of Brahmaputra (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 ,3 and 4
3. Compared to solid and liquid River.
propellants, a cryogenic engine 2. The river has its source in a glacial 52. Consider the following statements
produces a higher force per kilogram lake near the NyegiKangsang. with respect to Aquatic Ecosystem:
of cryogenic propellant used. Which of the statements given above 1. A higher level of biological oxygen
Which of the statements given above are is/are correct? demand indicates that the ecosystem
correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only is free from pollutants.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. The use of biodegradable detergents
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 can help in restoring and preserving
48. The Trade Disputes Act (TDA), 1929 health of aquatic ecosystems.
43. With reference to ancient India, the provided for: Which of the statements given above
term “bhuktis” referred to: (a) A system of tribunals and a ban on is/are correct?
(a) A military position during Mauryan the strike. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
times. (b) promotion of all types of trade union (c) 1 and 2 only (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) Provinces during the Gupta period activites
(c) One of the nine jewel in the court of (c) The participation of workers in 53. Consider the following statements
Chandragupta II. management of industries. regarding 'Queen Victorias'
(d) Famous mathematician of (d) None of the above Proclamation:
Satavahana period. 1. The British promised to respect the
49. Consider the following statements dignity and rights of the native
44. Which of the following statement about Domestic systemically princes.
is/are correct about the “Asia important bank (DSIBs): 2. The people of India were promised
Initiative”? 1. The authority to announce a bank as freedom of religion without
1. It is focused on developing tailored DSIBs lies with the Government of interference from British officials.
solutions to ensure the India. 3. The number of Indian soldiers were
implementation of tax transparency 2. Banks whose assets exceed 2% of increased exponentially to provide
standards across Asia. GDP are considered part of this equal opportunities in government
2. India is not a signatory to this accord. group. services irrespective of race or creed.
Select the correct answer using the code Which of the statements given above Which of the statements given above are
given below: is/are correct? correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
45. In times of economic slowdown, which 50. Which of the following statements are 54. With reference to the Yakshagaana,
of the following are examples of correct regarding the Vice-President of which of the following statements are
countercyclical fiscal policy? India? correct?
1. Increasing income tax rates 1. He acts as an ex-officio chairman of 1. Yakshagaana is a traditional theatre
2. Providing tax holidays to industries. Rajya Sabha. form of Karnataka.
3. Reducing investment on 2. He can act as President for a 2. It is based on mythological stories
infrastructure
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maximum period of 6 months. and Puranas.

Select the correct answer using the code 3. He acts as President when a vacancy 3. It is a rare combination of dance,
given below: occurs in the office of the President music, song, scholarly dialogues and
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only due to his resignation only. colourful costumes.
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(c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Select the correct answer using the code Select the correct answer using the code
given below: given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
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(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 3. A motion containing the charges
59. The Global Environment Facility (GEF) against the judge must be passed by
55. Which of the following are the serves as a financial mechanism for a simple majority.
components of High-powered money? which of the following conventions? Select the correct answer using the code
1. Foreign Exchange reserves held by 1. United Nations Framework given below:
RBI Convention on Climate Change (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only
2. Reserves held by Commercial Banks 2. Minamata Convention on Mercury (c) 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only
3. Currency held by public 3. Rotterdam Convention
4. Special Drawing Rights (SDR) holding 4. Stockholm Convention 63. With reference to National Payments
position of India 5. London Convention Corporation of India (NPCI), consider
Select the correct answer using the code Select the correct answer using the code the following statements:
given below. given below: 1. It comes under the provisions of the
(a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only Payment and Settlement Systems Act,
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (b) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only 2007.
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only 2. It is a joint initiative of Indian Banks’
56. Which of the following pairs are (d) 1,3 and 5 only Association and RBI.
correctly matched? Which of the statements given above
Article Subject 60. Consider the following statements is/are incorrect?
Matter with reference to Venture capital (VC) (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
1. Article 40 Organisation of funds: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
village Panchayats 1. These are pooled investment funds
who seek private equity stakes in 64. Which of the following statements are
2. Article 50 Promotion of co-
correct regarding Oxytocin?
operative enterprises.
1. It is naturally secreted by the pituitary
societies 2. They are regulated by Reserve Bank
glands of mammals.
3. Article 39A Equal Justice and of India only.
2. It can be administered to humans as
free legal aid 3. They play an active role in the
an injection or a nasal solution.
Select the correct answer using the code management and operations of the
3. The Indian government has recently
given below: companies in their portfolio.
banned oxytocin’s manufacture and
(a) 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only Which of the statements given above
sale entirely.
(a) 1 only
given below:
57. Which of the following are duties of (b) 1 and 2 only
the Inter-State Council created under (c) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Article 263 of the Constitution of (d) 1 and 3 only
India? 65. Peninsular rivers are characterised by-
1. Enquiring into and advising upon 61. Which of the following statements is/ 1. Fixed course
disputes which may arise between/ are correct regarding the features of 2. Presence of large number of
among states. the continental shelves? meanders
2. Investigating and discussing subjects 1. Continental shelf is the extended 3. Non-perennial flow of water.
in which the states or the Centre and margin of each continent occupied by Select the correct answer using the codes
the states have a common interest. the relatively shallow seas and gulfs. given below:
3. Making recommendations upon any 2. It is a shallow part of the ocean. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
such subject,and particularly for the 3. The continental shelf along the coast (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, and 3
better co-ordination of policy and of Chile and Sumatra are the widest
action on it. shelf in the world. 66. Consider the following statements
Select the correct answer from the codes Select the correct answer using the code regarding “Wormhole”:
given below: given below: 1. It is a hypothetical tunnel-like
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only structure connecting two different
(c) 1 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, and 3 points through space-time.
58. Which of the following correctly 62. Which of the following statements 2. Einstein's theory of general relativity
describes the term “Google is/are correct regarding the removal of predicted the existence of
Sycamore”? Judges? wormholes.
(a) A software by Google for promoting 1. The judges of the Supreme Court and
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3. The wormhole theory says that a

e-marketing the High Court can be removed from passage through space-time could
(b) A search engine developed by Google office by an order of the President. create shortcuts for long journeys
(c) A quantum computer developed by 2. A judge of the Supreme Court or High across the universe.
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Google Court can be removed only on the Which of the statements given above are
(d) A language translation tool grounds of proven misbehaviour or correct?
developed by Google incapacity. (a) 1 and 2 only
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(b) 1 and 3 only 70. Consider the following statements 1. Hartog To survey the
(c) 2 and 3 only regarding viral vector vaccines: Commission growth of
(d) 1, 2 and 3 1. They use a harmless virus to smuggle education in
the instructions for making antigens India
67. Which of the following is not a from the disease-causing virus into 2. Campbell To examine
condition for a political party to be cells, triggering protective immunity Commission the currency
recognized as a National party? against it. situation in
(a) If it secures six per cent of valid votes 2. They contain antigens and do not use India
polled in any four or more states at a body’s own cells to produce them. 3. Fowler To investigate
general election to the Lok Sabha Which of the statements given above Commission the cause of
and, in addition, it wins four seats in is/are correct? famine in
the Lok Sabha from any state or states (a) 1 only (b) 2 only Bengal
(b) If it secures six per cent of valid votes (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 4. Whitley To investigate
polled in any four or more states at a Commission working
general election to the legislative 71. Which of the following are the conditions of
assembly; and, in addition, it wins four consequences of El Nino? labour
seats in the Lok Sabha from any state 1. The distortion of equatorial Select the correct answer using the codes
or states atmospheric circulation. given below:
(c) If it wins two per cent of seats in the 2. Irregularities in the evaporation of sea (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only
Lok Sabha at a general election; and water. (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
these candidates are elected from Select the correct answer using the codes
three states given below: 75. Which among the following
(d) If it wins 1 seat in the Lok Sabha for (a) 1 only (b) 2 only statements best describes the term
every 50 seats or any fraction thereof (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Superbugs?
allotted to the state at a general (a) These are non –communicable
election to the Lok Sabha from the 72. “In order to create a legislative council viruses and easily treatable.
state concerned in a state, a resolution must be passed (b) These are bacteria genetically
by the concerned assembly of that engineered for human health.
68. Consider the following statements state”. By which majority that (c) These are strain of bacteria which are
regarding ‘International Solar Alliance resolution must be passed? resistant to most of the antibiotics
(ISA)’: (a) Two- third of members present and (d) These are bugs that are resistant to
1. It is a treaty-based intergovernmental voting. insecticides.
organization whose mission is to (b) A majority of the total membership of
unlock US$ 1 trillion of investments in the assembly and a majority of not 76. Which of the following factors is/are
solar energy by 2030. less than two-thirds of the members responsible for the development of the
2. As per the amended framework of of the assembly present and voting. nationalist sentiments in the late 19th
ISA, only countries in and around the (c) A majority of total membership of the century and early 20th century?
tropic of cancer and tropic of assembly present and voting. 1. Growth of nationalist publications,
Capricorn can join ISA. (d) None of the above newspapers and periodicals
Which of the statements given above 2. Improved transport and
is/are correct? 73. The term “stagflation”is best explained communication links
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only in which of the following options? 3. Rise of the modern western thought
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) It is a situation often deliberately and education
brought by the government to reduce Select the correct answer using the code
69. Consider the following statements unemployment. given below.
regarding Central Bank Digital (b) It is a situation in an economy when (a) 1 only
Currency: inflation and unemployment both are (b) 1 and 3 only
1. It will be a liability on the central at higher levels. (c) 3 only
bank’s balance sheet. (c) It is an inflationary situation in an (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. It is freely convertible against a economy which results out of a 77. Consider the following statements
commercial bank’s money and cash. process of wage and price interaction. with reference to Dengue:
3. Holders of CBDC does not need a (d) It takes place when the supply falls 1. It is vector-borne disease transmitted
bank account. drastically and the demand remains by same vector which is also
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Which of the statements given above are at the same level. responsible for chikungunya and Zika
correct? infection.
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only 74. Which of the following pairs are 2. It is caused by a virus called Genus
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(c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 correctly matched? Flavivirus.

Commission Purpose Which of the statements given above is
/are correct?
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(a) 1 only 2. August Offer An Indian Union with 85. Which of the following statement
(b) 2 only dominion status, with correctly defines the term ‘Intaglio’ in
right to withdraw from the Architectural traditions of India:
(c) Both 1 and 2
Commonwealth. (a) It is the process of cutting a design
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. Wavell Plan An all-Indian executive
into the surface of a small hard stone.
council except the
78. Which of the following are Warm- governor general and
(b) It is the process of making caves in
Ocean currents? commander-in-chief ancient India.
1. Agulhas current 4. Cabinet Discussions on (c) It is the process of making wooden
2. Canaries current Mission principles and crafts in ancient India.
3. North Atlantic Drift procedures for framing (d) It is one of the methods to construct
a new constitution the temples in South India.
4. California current
giving freedom to India.
How many pairs given above are correctly
given below. 86. The terms ‘ChaSTE, Spectro-
matched? polarimetry of Habitable Planet Earth
(a) Only one pair (b) Only two pairs (SHAPE), Langmuir Probe (LP)’ is often
(c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
(c) Only three pairs (d) All four pairs mentioned in the news is related to:
79. Consider the following statements (a) Gravitational wave detector used in
82. Consider the following statements LIGO-India project.
regarding duration of Panchayats:
regarding Credit Guarantee Scheme (b) Metal detecting instruments used by
1. A Pachayat can be dissolved before
for Startups (CGSS):
the completion of its term of five archaeological surveys of India during
1. The Scheme will be operated by
years. excavation of historical sites.
National Credit Guarantee Trustee
2. A Panchayat reconstituted after (c) Remote sensing satellites launched
Company Limited.
premature dissolution enjoys the full- by ISRO for monitoring drought and
2. It aims to provide credit guarantees
term period of five years. weather patterns.
to loans extended by SEBI registered
3. Fresh elections shall be completed (d) Propulsion module payload and
Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs).
before the expiry of a period of six lander payloads used in
months from the date of its Chandrayaan-3.
is/are correct?
dissolution.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only 87. With reference to Western Cyclonic
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 Disturbance, consider the following
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only statements:
83. With reference to Vigyan Jyoti Scheme, 1. It originates over Caspian Sea and
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Consider the following statements: Black sea region and brought into
1. It aims to address the India by the westerly jet stream.
80. With reference to India Semiconductor underrepresentation of women in
Mission, consider the following 2. It is highly beneficial for Rabi crops in
different fields of Science, Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar
statements:
Technology, Engineering and Pradesh areas.
1. It is an independent business division
Mathematics (STEM) in the country. Which of the statements given above
within the Digital India Corporation.
2. All girl students studying in class 9th is/are correct?
2. It aims to build a vibrant ecosystem to
or above who are planning to pursue (a) 1 only (b) 2 only
enable India’s emergence as a global
career in any of STEM fields are (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
hub for electronics manufacturing.
eligible for the scheme.
3. It cannot recommend more than one
Which of the statements given above 88. Which of the statements given below
applicant under the Semiconductor
is/are correct? are correct with reference to the
Fab Scheme.
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Pietra-dura?
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 1. It is a pictorial mosaic work using the
is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only semi-precious stones.
84. Consider the following pairs: 2. It is found on the walls in the Taj
(c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
Passes Himalayan Ranges Mahal.
1. Zoji La Zaskar range 3. It was present in India since Mauryan
81. Consider the following pairs:
Constitutional Objective 2. Banihal PirPanjal times.
Mission /Description 3. Photu La Great Himalayas Select the correct answer using the code
1. Cripps Mission After second world war, Which of the pairs given above is/are given below:
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constituent assembly to correctly matched? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
be formed comprising
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
mainly Indians
Minorities’ consent to
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be essential for any 89. Consider the following statements:

future settlement. 1. It is the 2nd largest Mangrove
ecosystems of India
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2. It is a breeding ground for the (b) Central Bank is no longer making hemisphere rather than at the equator
endangered saltwater crocodiles, loans to commercial banks is:
who are the sanctuary's main (c) Central Bank is following an easy (a) Subtropical areas tend to have less
attraction. money policy cloud cover than equatorial areas.
3. It is also home to eight varieties of (d) Central Bank is following a tight (b) Subtropical areas have shorter day
Kingfisher birds. money policy hours in the summer than the
4. The other unique phenomenon is the equatorial.
Bagagahana or the heronry near 94. Consider the following statements (c) Subtropical areas have an enhanced
Surajpore creek. regarding Super BIT: “greenhouse effect” compared to
Which of the following species is 1. It is a balloon-based telescope which equatorial areas.
described in the above statements? has mapped the regions of Tarantula (d) Subtropical areas are nearer to the
(a) Bhitarkanika National Park Nebula. oceanic areas than the equatorial
(b) Ranthambore National Park 2. It takes advantage of the gravitational locations
(c) Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary lensing to map dark matter.
(d) Kanha National Park Which of the statements given above 98. The term “Pangasius Icaria “recently
is/are correct? seen in news is, related to which one of
90. Which of the following factors affect (a) 1 only (b) 2 only the following:
ocean salinity? (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 (a) A species of bird.
1. Wind (b) A species of fish found in Cauvery
2. Precipitation 95. Consider the following statements River.
3. Ocean currents regarding Angel Investor: (c) A species of butterfly discovered in
4. Freezing and thawing of ice 1. The investor prefers to acquire proof western ghats.
Select the correct answer using the code of concept in hand prior to investing (d) An invasive species discovered in
given below: in a project. Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only 2. They should necessarily have proper
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 corporate background with business 99. Earth-observatory satellites are used
school degree. for:
91. Consider the following pairs: 3. Their funds are run by managers who 1. Forest Monitoring
Music Region invest other people’s money, in 2. Mapping of resources like water,
1. Rasiya Geet Uttar Pradesh addition to their own investment. minerals and fishes
2. Pankhida Chhattisgarh Which of the statement/s given above 3. Soil assessment
3. Chhakri Kashmir is/are incorrect? Select the correct answer using the code
Which of the pairs given above are (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 only given below:
correctly matched? (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 96. Consider the following statements
with respect to the position of bills in 100.Which of the following are possible
92. Consider the following statements case of dissolution of the Lok Sabha: signs of a Liquidity Trap?
regarding Trans Fats: 1. A bill passed by the Lok Sabha but 1. Rise in unemployment
1. Trans fats are produced both pending in the Rajya Sabha lapses. 2. High Savings rate
naturally and artificially. 2. A bill pending in the Rajya Sabha but 3. Low-Interest Rate
2. Repeated use and heating of oil at not passed by the Lok Sabha does not 4. High Investment Rate
high temperature can increase the lapse. Select the correct answer using the code
trans-fat content. 3. A bill passed by both Houses but given below:
3. Food Safety and Standards Authority pending assent of the President does (a) 1, 2, and 3 only
of India (FSSAI) has restricted the not lapse. (b) 2, 3, and 4 only
permissible amount of Trans Fats in 4. A bill passed by both Houses but (c) 1 and 4 only
food products to 5 per cent from returned by the President for (d) 2 and 4
2022. reconsideration of Houses does not
Which of the above statements is/are lapse.
correct? Which of the statements given above are
(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only correct?
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(c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 (a) 2 and 3 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
93. If the Reserve Bank of India decreases
the Bank Rate, it indicates- 97. The main reason that the earth
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(a) Market rate of interest is likely to experiences highest temperatures in

increase the subtropical deserts in the northern
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10000 PT Questions Part – 4 of 4

2. They are declared by the United

State was abolished. is/are incorrect?

Which of the statements given above

(a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only

1. It is a specialized agency of the United

shall be calculated under exports of

(a) 1 only (b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2 48. With reference to features of the

1. It is an endemic tree species of technical assistance. (b) 1 and 2 only

Change in India. 2. It brings continuous rain, snow or

(a) 1 and 2 only basis. cloud.

is/are correct? Product. seen in the last phase of this age.

(b) 2 only is/are correct? pre-history.

2. Federal System with Unitary Bias

2. According to Nyaya School, salvation 5. Parliamentary Sovereignty stage.

4. Steering Committee - Dr. Rajendra 47. Consider the following statements

Select the correct answer using the code varna system.

is/are correct? governments, and inter-bank

Which of the statements given above

is/are correct? 1. Its main objective is to help farmers to (d) 1, 2 and 3

1. The Gahapatis were primarily the

Which of the statements given above 2. Distribution Cost

India. circuits are identified under the

(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 zoos internationally.

borrowers including MSMEs, retail (a) 1 only (b) 2 only

Which of the statements given above

97. Consider the following statements

chlorine on dry slaked lime. flowers, mosses, lichens, and

practice and women were allowed to 1. It is a salt-secreting and written by

2. The 100th Constitutional Amendment upwards unlike mobile data towers

3. He address the Parliament at the diverse marine ecosystem on the earth.

rebellion’ for ‘internal disturbance.

(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

entrepreneurship. (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 3 only events related to evolution of

in the country. 21. Which of the following were the India:

ozone layer boosted in size by hotter anoxia.

2. Pat Nagaland Select the correct answer using the code

Effectiveness Evaluation (MEE): correctly matched?

given below: (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

(a) Bandipur National Park

given below: given below: (d) Mathikettan Shola National Park

2. A rainbow is always formed in a 1. It refers to sale or purchase of

(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

in the Bay of Fundy. (a) 1 only

import cover. during each day. (d) Neither 1 nor 2

76. Which of the following statements (a) 1 only (b) 2 only

(b) 1 and 3 only

1. The idea of INA was first conceived in Brahmanical ideas.

2. The chief deity worshipped by thickest and most resistant of all

in the world. to one, the two trading countries are

1. The volcanic rocks are considered marine activities. is/are correct?

degradable in nature. (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

(a) 1 only (b) 2 only about Compensatory Afforestation

(a) 1 only (b) 2 only Which of the statements given above

2. Law made by Parliament can’t be 1. Nominated members of both of

3. As per the Aadhaar Act, the Unique