EDGE IAS

Prayaas
PRELIMS 2024 TEST SERIES

TEST NO. 4
(COMPLETE SYLLABUS)
Syllabus

 Indian Constitution & Political System Governance

 Geography
 History of India
 Indian Economy & Social Development
 Ecology & Environment
 General Science
 Current Aairs

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1. Which of the following statements about child (b) Only two
adoption in India are correct? (c) All three
1. Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) is a (d) None
statutory body enacted under Hindu Adoption and
Maintenance Act, 1956. 5. What is U.N. Security Council resolution 2589 ?
2. One of the functions of CARA includes regulation of (a) This resolution signals the UNSC's expectations
inter-country adoptions. for Afghanistan, including preventing terror
3. To adopt a child, prospective adoptive parents groups in the country and helping Afghan
should not have accused in criminal act of any nationals leave safely.
nature. (b) An India-led resolution that demands Afghan
4. Both single male and single female are not eligible to territory not be used to threaten or attack other
adopt a girl child. countries, or to shelter, train, plan, or finance
Select the correct answer using the code given below : terrorist attacks.
(a) 1 and 4 only (c) It asked countries that host or have hosted UN
(b) 2 and 3 only peacekeeping missions to do everything they can
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 to punish people who hurt or kill UN staff,
(d) 1, 3 and 4 only including by arresting or capturing them.
(d) None of the above
2. Consider the following statements regarding
International Court of Justice (ICJ) : 6. Consider the following statements regarding
1. It settles legal disputes between nations as well as Katchatheevu Island :
between individuals, organizations and private 1. It is an uninhabited off-shore coral island in the Palk
enterprises in accordance with international law. Strait.
2. It can hear a dispute when requested to do so by one 2. It lies northeast of Rameswaram and southwest of
or more States and it can also deal with a dispute of Jaffna.
its own motion. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
3. The judgment of the court is final, binding on the (a) 1 only
parties and without an appeal. (b) 2 only
How many of the statements given above are correct? (c) Both 1 and 2
(a) Only one (d) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) Only two
(c) All three 7. Consider the following statements regarding
(d) None ‘Defence Technology Council’ recommended by Vijay
Raghavan committee :
3. The term ‘Meira Paibis’ sometimes seen in the news 1. It will be chaired by Defence Minister.
is referred to as : 2. It will include representation from academia and
(a) They are inhabitants of interior regions of Great industry, with two members from each sector.
Nicobar Island, the southernmost island in the 3. Department of Defence Production (DDP) of Ministry
Andaman and Nicobar archipelago. of Defence serve as the secretariat for the Defence
(b) They are tribals reside primarily in the Nilgiris Tech Council.
region, bordering Kerala and Karnataka. How many of the statements given above are correct?
(c) They are Meitei women who come from all (a) Only one
sections of the Manipur society. (b) Only two
(d) None of the above (c) All three
(d) None
4. Consider the following pairs regarding International
Criminal Police Organisation’s (Interpol’s) notice system : 8. Consider the following statements :
Color Coded Notice : About Statement-I: The Torres Strait Islands, sometimes
1. Red Notice : To help locate missing persons, mentioned in the news, is an archipelago of small islands
often minors. in the Torres Strait.
2. Blue Notice : To seek information on Statement-II: Torres Strait is a narrow body of water
unidentified bodies. between the northern tip of the state of Queensland and
3. Yellow Notice: To arrest a wanted criminal. the large island of Papua New Guinea.
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched? Which one of the following is correct in respect of the
(a) Only one above statements?

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 (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct 13. Consider the following pairs regarding terms related
and Statement-II is the correct explanation for to Buddhism :
Statement-I Term : Means/Feature
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct 1. Kshtigarbha : One of the eight great
and Statement-II is not the correct explanation Bodhisattvas
for Statement-I 2. Gassho : A gesture used in some schools
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is of Buddhism
incorrect 3. Nekkhamma: It means “the renunciation of
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is pleasure”
correct 4. Sarvastivada: Only idealistic school in
Buddhism
9. Consider the following statements regarding Pritzker 5. Anapanasati: It is one of many suttas
Prize : 6. Vibhajjavada: It is an offshoot of the
1. It is an award that is given for achievements in Sthaviravada school
newspapers, magazines, musical composition, online How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
journalism, and literature. (a) Only two
2. The only Indian laureate of Pritzker is the late (b) Only three
Balkrishna Doshi. (c) Only four
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (d) Only five
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only 14. Consider the following statements :
(c) Both 1 and 2 Statement-I: Ziauddin Barani made the most important
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 contribution to Persian literature during Delhi Sultanate
period.
10. ‘Moscow format’ sometimes seen in the news is Statement-II: The Tabaqat-I Nasari and the Fatwa-I
related to the affairs of : Jahandari are his important works.
(a) Russia-Ukraine Which one of the following is correct in respect of the
(b) Afghanistan above statements?
(c) Armenia-Azerbaijan (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
(d) Myanmar and Statement-II is the correct explanation for
Statement-I
11. Which of the following statements about various (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
economic aspects of the Indus Valley Civilization are and Statement-II is not the correct explanation
correct ? for Statement-I
1. Traces of canals have been found at the Harappan (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is
sites of Punjab and Sindh of present day Pakistan. incorrect
2. Trade was carried by both Barter system as well as (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is
through metal money. correct
3. In Mohenjo-Daro, three cylindrical seals of the
Mesopotamian type have been found which depict 15. Consider the following statements regarding various
their trading relations. aspects of the Mughal Empire :
4. Evidence of Horse has been found only at Surkotada. 1. The ministry in charge of law/religious patronage
Select the correct answer using the code given below : was the responsibility of Mir Bakhshi.
(a) 1 and 2 only 2. The Ain-i-Akbari lists the various crops cultivated
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only during the Rabi and Kharif seasons.
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 3. The movement of goods was facilitated by letters of
(d) 3 and 4 only credit called Madad-i-Mash.
4. Muslim brides were entitled to receive mehr at the
12. With reference to ancient South India, Ko, Vendan time of marriage and had the right to inherit
Korravan, Mannam and Iral referred to as : property.
(a) King How many of the statements given above are correct?
(b) Local Chieftains (a) Only one
(c) Village Councils (b) Only two
(d) Important officials of the period (c) Only three
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 3. Discard separate electoral groups for different
16. Which of the following statements about the Sufi communities.
Movement are correct ? 4. Give the Governor-General complete authority to
1. Sufis denounced the concept of Wahdat-ul-Wajud. appoint cabinet members.
2. Sufis believed in the concept of Ulema. 5. Separate Sindh from Bombay and Burma from India.
3. Many Sufi literary works were written in Bengali. 6. Make the Indian army more Indian in its
4. Amir Khusrau created a new poetical style called composition.
sabaq-i-hindi. How many of the above constitute the recommendations
Select the correct answer using the code given below : of Simon Commission?
(a) 1 and 2 only (a) Only two
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) Only three
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (c) Only four
(d) 3 and 4 only (d) Only five

17. Consider the following statements regarding Pre- 20. Consider the following statements regarding
Independent Feminist Movements in India : Sabarmati Ashram :
1. Women’s Indian Association was the first national 1. It was the first ashram established by Gandhiji in
body to advocate for female suffrage. India.
2. All India Women’s Conference (AIWC) believed that 2. Gandhiji launched Khadi movement in 1918 while
women’s emancipation was not possible without living in Sabarmati.
reforming the various religious laws. 3. It is also called as "Vinoba Kutir".
3. Nehru Report of 1929 proposed joint electorates How many of the statements given above are correct?
with reservation of seats for minorities as well as for (a) Only one
women. (b) Only two
How many of the statements given above are correct? (c) All three
(a) Only one (d) None
(b) Only two
(c) All three 21. Consider the following statements :
(d) None 1. In India, the cultural heritage is protected under
Union List, State List and Concurrent List.
18. Consider the following statements : 2. Antiquities (Export Control) Act, 1947 empowers the
Statement-I: Including the National Liberal Federation, Central Government to compulsorily acquire any
most political parties in India took a negative view on the antiquity or art treasure.
Government of India Act of 1935. 3. UN resolution 2367 condemned and prevented the
Statement-II: Indian National Congress called the Act as a illicit trafficking of cultural property, especially in
‘slave constitution that attempted to strengthen and conflict zones to promote peace and justice.
perpetuate the economic bondage of India’. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the (a) 1 only
above statements? (b) 2 and 3 only
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct (c) 1 and 3 only
and Statement-II is the correct explanation for (d) 1, 2 and 3
Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct22. Consider the following pairs regarding the Sacred
and Statement-II is not the correct explanation
Ensembles of Hoysalas :
for Statement-I Temple : Important Feature
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is 1. Chennakeshava Temple : Built by the king
incorrect Vishnuvardhana to mark his victories against the
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is Kakatiyas.
correct 2. Hoysaleswara temple : It was built by
Somanatha, a general of King Narasimha III.
19. Consider the following : 3. Kesava Temple : It is the largest Shiva
1. Continue the system where there’s a division of temple built by the Hoysalas.
powers between officials and ministers. How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
2. Let the Government of India have full control over (a) Only one
the High Courts. (b) Only two

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 (c) All three (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(d) None (d) 3 and 4 only
27. Which of the following statements about Radio
23. Consider the following pairs with reference to 14 Telescopes are correct ?
major rock edicts of Ashoka : 1. Unlike optical telescopes, radio telescopes can be
Major Rock Edict : About used even in cloudy skies.
1. II : Mentions the South Indian kingdoms 2. They can detect invisible hydrogen gas, which emits
2. V : Mentions about the appointment of in the radio band at 1420 MHz.
Dhamma Mahamatras 3. They can also reveal areas of space that may be
3. XI : Elaborate explanation of Dhamma obscured by cosmic dust.
4. XIII : Explains about Kalinga war Select the correct answer using the code given below :
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched? (a) 1 and 2 only
(a) Only one (b) 2 and 3 only
(b) Only two (c) 1 and 3 only
(c) Only three (d) 1, 2 and 3
(d) All four
28. Which of the following steps involved in Integrated
24. Consider the following statements : Circuit fabrication process ?
1. Gwalior fort's foundations were laid by the Tomar 1. Wafer preparation
ruler Maan Singh in 1398. 2. Photolithography
2. The Bhojeshwar Mahadev Temple commissioned by 3. Doping
Raja Bhoj in the 11th century follows the Nagara 4. Packaging
style of temple architecture. Select the correct answer using the code given below :
3. Rock Art sites of the Chambal Valley spans across (a) 1 and 2 only
Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. (b) 1, 2 and 3 only
How many of the statements given above are correct? (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(a) Only one (d) 3 and 4 only
(b) Only two
(c) All three 29. Consider the following statements regarding various
(d) None Large Language Models (LLMs) :
1. GPT 3 is an example of Autoregressive model as it
25. Who are ‘Odhuvars’ sometimes seen in the news ? predict the next word in a sequence based on
(a) They are the priests in Tamil Nadu’s Saivite previous words.
temples. 2. LaMDA or Gemini are based on Transformer model
(b) They sing devotional hymns in Tamil Nadu’s as they use specific type of neural network
Hindu temples. architecture for language processing.
(c) They are Vaishnava saint-poets of Tamil Nadu. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(d) They are Shaiva saint-poets of Tamil Nadu. (a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
26. Which of the following statements about underlying (c) Both 1 and 2
technologies of Immersive Reality are correct ? (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. Augmented Reality (AR) uses different tools to make
the real and existing environment better and 30. Consider the following pairs :
provides an improved version of reality. Type of Hydrocarbon : Used as/in
2. Virtual Reality (VR) users need to wear devices such 1. Alkanes : Primarily as fuels.
as headgears or goggles to interact with the 2. Alkenes : Chemical synthesis and as a
environment. precursor for plastics.
3. Mixed Reality (MR) integrates digital objects and 3. Alkynes : Welding and as a chemical
real-world in such a way that it makes look like the building block.
objects really belong there. 4. Arenes : Manufacture of dyes,
4. Spatial computing enables computers to blend in detergents, and explosives.
with the physical world in a natural way. How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Select the correct answer using the code given below : (a) Only one
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) Only two
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only (c) Only three

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 (d) All four
35. Consider the following statements regarding Lithium
31. Consider the following statements : Titanate Battery :
Statement-I: The phenomenon of Total Internal 1. It utilizes carbon on the surface of the anode.
Reflection (TIR) forms the basis for guiding light within 2. Unlike conventional Lithium-ion Battery, it has lower
optical Fibres. inherent charge.
Statement-II: If light travels from a lower refractive index 3. Lithium dendrites are more likely to form in the case
medium to a higher one at a specific angle, it cannot exit of titanate.
the medium but be entirely reflected back within it. How many of the statements given above are correct?
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the (a) Only one
above statements? (b) Only two
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct (c) All three
and Statement-II is the correct explanation for (d) None
Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct 36. Consider the following statements :
and Statement-II is not the correct explanation Statement-I: Refractive error of vision is a common eye
for Statement-I condition that affects the way light is focused on the
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is retina, leading to blurred or distorted vision.
incorrect Statement-II: Hypermetropia is one type of refractive
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is error which can be corrected with a concave lens.
correct Which one of the following is correct in respect of the
above statements?
32. Consider the following statements : (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
1. Chimera is an organism composed of cells with and Statement-II is the correct explanation for
different genotypes altogether. Statement-I
2. Chimeras can occur in natural ways. (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
3. One of the advantages of Chimeras is help and Statement-II is not the correct explanation
researchers test new drugs and therapies in more for Statement-I
realistic models of human diseases. (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? incorrect
(a) 1 only (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is
(b) 1 and 2 only correct
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3 37. Consider the following statements regarding Fuel
Cells :
33. The terms Casgevy, Apheresis and BCL11A are 1. They operate without burning the fuel.
associated with : 2. Proton Exchange/Polymer Electrolyte Membrane
(a) Tuberculosis Fuel Cell (PEMFC) convert up to 80% of the chemical
(b) Sickle Cell Anaemia energy in hydrogen into electricity.
(c) Viral Hepatitis Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(d) Covid-19 (a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
34. Consider the following statements regarding (c) Both 1 and 2
Semiconductor Design-Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme : (d) Neither 1 nor 2
1. It aims to offer financial incentives as well as design
infrastructure support across various stages of 38. Which of the following are the favourable conditions
development and deployment of semiconductor designs. for fogging ?
2. The scheme mandates that beneficiary start-ups 1. High temperatures
maintain their domestic status for at least 5 years after 2. High wind speed
receiving incentives. 3. Moisture availability
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 4. Plenty of aerosols
(a) 1 only Select the correct answer using the code given below :
(b) 2 only (a) 1 and 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4

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 (d) 3 and 4 only Which one of the following is correct in respect of the
above statements?
39. Consider the following statements : (a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
1. F2 layer is the lowest layer of Ionosphere and is and Statement-II is the correct explanation for
primarily responsible for long-distance radio Statement-I
communication. (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
2. Ionosphere alters the polarization of electromagnetic and Statement-II is not the correct explanation
waves, including radio waves, and has no effect on for Statement-I
their speed and direction. (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is
3. Ionosphere is hardly influenced by space weather incorrect
phenomena, such as solar flares and coronal mass (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is
ejections. correct
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one 43. Consider the following pairs :
(b) Only two Place in News : Feature
(c) All three 1. Sudarshan Setu : The bridge aims to reduce travel
(d) None time between Assam’s Tezpur and Arunachal
Pradesh’s Tawang.
40. Consider the following statements regarding Suez 2. Kaveri river : It starts and flows
Canal : through the state of Karnataka during most of its
1. It cuts north-south across the Isthmus of Suez in course, ultimately join the Krishna River in Tamil
Egypt. Nadu.
2. Convention of Constantinople signed in 1888 stated 3. Shankaracharya Temple : It stands on
that the canal should be open to ships of all nations Shankaracharya Hill, on the Zabarwan Range in
in times of both peace and war. Jammu and Kashmir.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
(a) 1 only (a) Only one
(b) 2 only (b) Only two
(c) Both 1 and 2 (c) All three
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 (d) None

41. Consider the following pairs : 44. Consider the following statements regarding Deep
Type of Volcano : Feature Sea Coral Reefs :
1. Shield Volcanoes : They form very large, gently 1. They rely on algae for photosynthesis.
sloped volcanoes with a wide base. 2. They often grow fastly than shallow-water corals due
2. Cinder cones : They are the largest volcanic to the cold temperatures.
landforms. 3. Primnoaresedaeformis, a deep-sea coral species
3. Stratovolcanoes : They are less cone-shaped than known for its bioluminescent properties.
shield volcanoes. How many of the statements given above are correct?
4. Caldera : These are the least explosive of (a) Only one
the earth’s volcanoes. (b) Only two
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched? (c) All three
(a) Only one (d) None
(b) Only two
(c) Only three 45. Pancheshwar Multipurpose Project, which is a
(d) All four hydropower project to be developed on which of the
below river?
42. Consider the following statements : (a) River Kamla
Statement-I: Geoheritage sites in India and across the (b) River Rapti
world are designated by International Union of (c) River Kosi
Geological Sciences (IUGS). (d) River Sarda
Statement-II: Recently, Pandavula Gutta has been
officially recognized as the sole Geo-heritage site in 46. Consider the following countries :
Telangana. 1. Ukraine
2. Moldova

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3. Türkiye (b) Only two
4. Azerbaijan (c) All three
5. Russia (d) None
6. Slovakia
How many of the above-mentioned countries are 50. Consider the following statements regarding newly
bordering Black sea? created map of Zealandia, the Earth’s forgotten 8th
(a) Only two continent :
(b) Only three 1. Currently, it is completely under the sea.
(c) Only four 2. It is substantially smaller than the Indian
(d) Only five subcontinent.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
47. Consider the following pairs : (a) 1 only
Landform : Characteristic (b) 2 only
1. Canyon : Commonly forms in hard rocks (c) Both 1 and 2
2. Sinkholes : They are very common in (d) Neither 1 nor 2
limestone/karst areas.
3. Stalactites : They rise up from the floor of 51. Consider the following :
the caves. 1. Suppression of monsoon rainfall in India
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched? 2. Weakening of walker circulation
(a) Only one 3. Heavy floods in Australia
(b) Only two 4. High temperatures in Indian Ocean, off the Somalian
(c) All three coast
(d) None How many of the above are characteristics/effects of La
Nina phenomenon ?
48. Consider the following statements : (a) Only one
Statement-I: The reason for Mumbai’s recent hot (b) Only two
weather is a huge Anti-Cyclonic Effect developed in the (c) Only three
region. (d) All four
Statement-II: In Mumbai, the anticyclone caused a “heat
dome” effect, warming the air further. 52. Consider the following statements :
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the 1. Olericulture deals with cultivation of fruit and nut
above statements? crops.
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct 2. More than 50% of the floriculture products are
and Statement-II is the correct explanation for produced in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu
Statement-I and Madhya Pradesh.
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct 3. ‘Codex Alimentarius’ developed by the World
and Statement-II is not the correct explanation Customs Organization (WCO) helps in systematic
for Statement-I classification of goods across the globe.
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
incorrect (a) 1 and 2 only
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is (b) 2 only
correct (c) 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
49. Consider the following pairs :
Forest : Feature 53. Consider the following statements :
1. Taiga Forest : It absorbs more 1. Formation of Shelf Clouds is often a sign of incessant
CO2 from the atmosphere than the tropical and rains, which can be less hazardous.
temperate forests combined. 2. In India, Arcus clouds formation is rare phenomenon.
2. Tropical rainforest in Borneo : It is the oldest Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
tropical rainforest in the world. (a) 1 only
3. Primorye Forest : It is the only (b) 2 only
forest in the world where tigers, bears and leopards (c) Both 1 and 2
coexist. (d) Neither 1 nor 2
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
(a) Only one 54. Consider the following pairs :

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 Strait : Feature
1. Palk Strait : It connects the Bay of
Bengal in the northeast with the Gulf of Mannar in
the southwest.
2. Tsushima Strait : It is also known as
Taiwan Strait.
3. Malacca Strait : It lies between the
islands of Java and Sumatra.
4. Bab al-Mandab strait : It links the Red Sea to
the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean.
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
55. Which of the following statements about various
types of coastal erosion are correct ?
1. Shoreline retreat is the loss of coastal lands due to Statement-I: State Disaster Response Funds (SDRFs) are
the net removal of sediments or bedrock from the
shoreline.
2. Hydraulic action can create features such as
blowholes, geysers, and sea caves.
3. Abrasion can erode harder rocks faster than softer
ones, creating differential erosion.
4. Solution, a type of erosion can create features such Which one of the following is correct in respect of the
as karst landscapes, sinkholes, and stalactites.
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(d) 3 and 4 only
56. Consider the following statements regarding various
Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) methods :
1. Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS)
method uses fossil fuels in combustion to generate
energy, then captures the emitted carbon for
geological injection.
2. Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage (DACCS)
method extracts CO2 directly from the atmosphere, 1. First generation (1G) :
and is permanently stored in geological formation or
used for other application.
3. Ocean alkalinity enhancement is a chemical removal example
method that involves removing alkaline substances 2. Third generation (3G) :
from seawater to accelerate the natural sink.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
(b) World Health Organization (WHO)
(c) Lancet medical journal
(d) University of Chicago’s Energy Policy Institute
(UCEPI)
58. Consider the following statements regarding
International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) :
1. It is a global alliance that aims to conserve five of the
seven main big cats.
2. Conservation of Cheetah is excluded from IBCA as it
had become extinct in India since 1952.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
59. Consider the following statements :
the primary funds available to State governments to be
used only for providing immediate relief to the victims of
notified calamities.
Statement-II: The Central Government contributes 60%
to the SDRF in general States and 90% in North Eastern
and Himalayan States.
above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
and Statement-II is the correct explanation for
Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
and Statement-II is not the correct explanation
for Statement-I
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is
incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is
correct
60. Consider the following pairs :
Biofuel Generation : Source/Example
Sourced from Municipal
solid waste
2. Second generation (2G) : Cellulose ethanol is an
Produced from
genetically engineered bio algae
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None

57. Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) Report released recently 61. Consider the following statements regarding
was prepared by which of the below organisation ? Biosphere Reserves (BRs) :
(a) Central Pollution Control Board

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1. ‘Research and educational activities’ is the only 3. Great Pacific Garbage Patch is located between
activity allowed inside the core zone of a Biosphere Chile and Australia, and formed due to converging
Reserve. ocean currents.
2. World Biosphere Reserve Day is celebrated on How many of the statements given above are correct?
November 3 to raise awareness on the importance of (a) Only one
biosphere reserves. (b) Only two
3. India is a signatory to the landscape approach (c) All three
supported by UNESCO's MAB (Man and Biosphere) (d) None
programme.
4. UNESCO Michel Batisse Award 2023 is won by Gulf of 65. Consider the following pairs :
Mannar Biosphere Reserve for introducing the Species in news : Feature
concept of ‘plastic checkpoints’. 1. Nilgiri Tahr : Eravikulam National Park has
How many of the statements given above are correct? the largest population of Tahr.
(a) Only one 2. Hangul : It is found only in Overa-Aru
(b) Only two Wildlife Sanctuary in South Kashmir.
(c) Only three 3. Ghol Fish : Recently declared as the state
(d) All four fish of Tamil Nadu.
4. Mithun : It was recognised by the FSSAI
62. “Ladakh Sea Buckthorn” sometimes seen in the news as a food animal.
is : How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
(a) A succulent tree that stores water in its trunk. (a) Only one
(b) A mangrove shrub that grows on shorelines in (b) Only two
tropical and subtropical regions around the (c) All three
world. (d) None
(c) A plant species discovered recently in a humid
deciduous forest in Odisha. 66. Consider the following statements regarding aviation
(d) A shrub which produces an orange-yellow emissions :
coloured edible berry. 1. These emissions are covered under the Paris
Agreement.
63. Consider the following statements : 2. Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for
Statement-I: India has opted not to sign the Global International Aviation (CORSIA) does not deal with total
Methane Pledge. emissions and only seeks to offset emissions that are
Statement-II: Methane emissions in India primarily stem over and above 2020 levels.
from agricultural activities like enteric fermentation and Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
paddy cultivation, affecting small, marginal, and medium (a) 1 only
farmers whose livelihoods would be jeopardised by the (b) 2 only
Pledge. (c) Both 1 and 2
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the (d) Neither 1 nor 2
above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct 67. Humboldt’s Enigma sometimes seen in the news
and Statement-II is the correct explanation for refers to :
Statement-I (a) It is a term used to describe the puzzle of why
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct Peru ocean current is cold and low in salinity.
and Statement-II is not the correct explanation (b) It is a term used to describe the puzzle of why
for Statement-I some mountain regions, especially in the tropics,
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is have exceptionally high biodiversity.
incorrect (c) It is a term used to describe the puzzle of why
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is Peru ocean current serves as one of the major
correct nutrient systems of the world.
(d) None of the above
64. Consider the following statements regarding Plastic
Pollution : 68. Consider the following statements regarding various
1. Microplastics are defined as plastics less than 40 mechanisms set up for mitigating climate change :
microns thickness.
2. Bisphenol A is used to harden the plastic.

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1. Global Stocktake (GST) is an exercise aimed at (d) 1, 2 and 3
assessing the progress in the fight against climate
change. 72. Which of the following statements about major
2. The Paris Agreement says Global Stocktake (GST) initiatives taken under National Education Policy (NEP)
must be conducted every year, starting in 2016. 2020 are correct ?
3. Mitigation Work Programme (MWP) is a temporary 1. NIPUN Bharat mission is a capacity-building program
emergency exercise focused only on increasing for teachers and school principals in India.
emission cuts. 2. PM e-VIDYA enables the creation of digital
How many of the statements given above are correct? technology-based applications pertaining to
(a) Only one education.
(b) Only two 3. Jadui Pitara is a play-based learning and teaching
(c) All three material for children between the ages of 3 and 8
(d) None years.
4. National Higher Education Qualifications Framework
69. Nilgiri Danio, Nilgiri Barb and Bowany Barb, which are (NHEQF) aims to standardise qualifications and
endemic to Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve are : promote academic mobility.
(a) Bird species Select the correct answer using the code given below :
(b) Butterfly species (a) 1 and 2 only
(c) Freshwater fish species (b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(d) Reptile species (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(d) 3 and 4 only
70. Which of the following statements about Basic
Structure Doctrine are correct ? 73. Consider the following statements regarding 52nd
1. It is a constitutional principle that limits the power of Constitutional Amendment Act of 1985 :
Parliament to amend the Constitution and preserves 1. It does not provide a time-frame within which the
its essential features. presiding officer has to decide a defection case.
2. It is a form of judicial review that is used to test the 2. It only punishes legislators for switching parties but
legality of any legislation by the courts. political parties who are at the heart of the politics
3. It protects democracy from being distorted or have no liability under the law.
destroyed by Parliament, and gives the courts the 3. It focuses on voluntary defection and remain silent
authority to decide what constitutes the Basic about expulsion of member from the party.
Structure Doctrine. How many of the statements given above are correct?
Select the correct answer using the code given below : (a) Only one
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) Only two
(b) 2 and 3 only (c) All three
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) None
(d) 1, 2 and 3
74. Consider the following statements :
71. Which of the following statements about Places of 1. Leader of opposition (LoP) in both the houses of
Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991 is/are correct ? Parliament is designated by the President of India.
1. The Act includes any place of worship which is an 2. Leader of opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha and Rajya
ancient and historical monument, and an Sabha has statutory status since 1952.
archaeological site covered by the Ancient 3. The post of Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha is
Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains vacant since 2019 parliamentary elections as none of
Act, 1958. the opposition party could fulfil quorum of at least
2. It declares that the religious character of a place of 1/10th seats of the house.
worship “shall continue to be the same as it existed” Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
on 31st December 1990. (a) 1 only
3. It prescribes a punishment of a maximum of three (b) 1 and 2 only
years imprisonment along with a fine for (c) 3 only
contravening the provisions of the Act. (d) 2 and 3 only
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
(a) 1 and 2 only 75. Consider the following :
(b) 2 only 1. Changes in the organisation of states (Article 4)
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2. Abolition or creation of Legislative Councils in States 3. He cannot advise any Ministry or Department of
(Article 169) Government of India without any orders from the
3. Provisions for administration of Tribal Areas in Ministry of Law and Justice.
Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram (Schedule How many of the statements given above are correct?
VI) (a) Only one
In how many of the given above cases, special majority is (b) Only two
required in Parliament? (c) All three
(a) Only one (d) None
(b) Only two
(c) All three 79. Consider the following statements regarding
(d) None Electoral Trusts Scheme :
1. Only the companies registered under Section 8 of
76. Consider the following statements regarding the Companies Act, 2013 are eligible to make an
Panchayat Development Index (PDI) : application for approval as an Electoral Trust.
1. It is a composite index that measures the 2. Electoral Trusts shall accept contributions from any
performance of panchayats in achieving the foreign entity which is incorporated.
Localization of Sustainable Development Goals 3. Political Parties registered under the Representation
(SDGs). of the People Act, 1951 are eligible to receive the
2. PDI considers and categorises panchayats based on contributions.
the performance in each of the 17 Sustainable Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Development Goals (SDGs). (a) 1 and 2 only
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (b) 2 only
(a) 1 only (c) 3 only
(b) 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 80. Consider the following statements regarding the
‘Right to Freedom’ under Article 19 :
77. Consider the following statements : 1. The Supreme Court held that Freedom of Speech
Statement-I: The term "constitutional morality" is not under Article 19(1) includes ‘fundamental right
explicitly mentioned in the Indian Constitution. against tapping of telephonic conservation’.
Statement-II: Principles of constitutional morality are 2. Freedom of Assembly under Article 19 (2) includes
found throughout the constitution, including the ‘Right to Strike’.
Preamble, Fundamental Rights, and Directive Principles 3. Freedom of association under Article 19 (3) includes
of State Policy. negative right of not to form or join an association or
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the union.
above statements? 4. ‘Protection of interests of any scheduled tribe’ is one
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct of the restrictions of rights under Article 19(4) and
and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Article 19(5).
Statement-I How many of the statements given above are correct?
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct (a) Only one
and Statement-II is not the correct explanation (b) Only two
for Statement-I (c) Only three
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is (d) All four
incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is 81. Consider the following statements :
correct 1. A curative petition is a legal recourse available
before the ‘review plea’ against a final conviction.
78. Consider the following statements regarding Solicitor 2. Article 136 of the Indian Constitution grants the
General of India : Supreme Court the power to govern curative
1. The constitution defines the role and responsibilities petitions.
of the Solicitor General of India under Article 76. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2. He remains in the office for a period of three years (a) 1 only
and is eligible for reappointment for a further term (b) 2 only
not exceeding one year. (c) Both 1 and 2
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82. Consider the following statements :
Statement-I: The Sixth Schedule to the Indian
Constitution contains special provisions for the
administration of tribal areas in the 10 states including
the four north-eastern states of Assam, Meghalaya,
Tripura and Mizoram.
Statement-II: Lai Autonomous District Council of
Mizoram is one of the autonomous administrative
divisions under sixth schedule.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the
above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
and Statement-II is the correct explanation for
Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
and Statement-II is not the correct explanation
for Statement-I
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is
incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is
correct
83. Consider the following statements :
Statement-I: Currently, the 42nd Amendment Act of
1976 is the only amendment to the preamble of Indian
Constitution.
Statement-II: Through the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976,
“Unity of the Nation” was substituted for “Unity and
Integrity of the Nation” to the preamble.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the
above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
and Statement-II is the correct explanation for
Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
and Statement-II is not the correct explanation 87. Consider the following statements regarding the
for Statement-I
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is
incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is
correct
84. Consider the following statements :
1. As per the Representation of the People Act of 1951,
an elector above 25 years of age can contest Lok Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Sabha elections from any constituency in India.
2. The proposer(s) of the candidate contesting Lok
Sabha election should be elector(s) from that
respective constituency where the nomination is
being filed.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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85. Which of the following statements about ‘Payment
Banks’ are correct ?
1. They operates at a smaller scale than the actual
banks and do not involve in any credit risk.
2. They operate digitally rather than through physical
branches.
3. They cannot carry out lending activities like
Advancing loans and Issuance of credit cards.
4. They are given the status of scheduled banks under
Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934.
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(d) 3 and 4 only
86. Consider the following statements regarding Reserve
Bank of India’s (RBI’s) framework on Green Deposits
:
1. The deposits raised under the framework are
covered by the Deposit Insurance and Credit
Guarantee Corporation (DICGC).
2. It is mandatory for banks and Non-Banking Financial
Companies (NBFCs) to raise certain portion of green
funds every financial year.
3. The banks can finance green activities/ projects first
and raise green deposits later.
4. The framework permits green deposits to be
denominated in designated foreign currency.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
impact of rising inflation on the economy of a
country :
1. When inflation is high, stock prices are undervalued,
and the value of gold increases.
2. Creditors could benefit, as the value of the money
they receive from debtors increases.
3. High inflation in one country can lead to a decrease
in its international competitiveness.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
88. Consider the following statements regarding Reserve
Bank of India (RBI) :
1. The Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 mandates the
autonomy of the RBI.
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2. It introduced the Prompt Corrective Action (PCA)
framework to enable controlled and systematic
expansion of the FinTech ecosystem in the country.
3. It has introduced measures such as the Marginal Cost
of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR) to improve the
transmission of policy rate changes to lending rates
by banks.
4. It established Regulatory Sandbox (RS) ecosystem to
tackle Non-performing Assets (NPAs) in banks and
maintain their solvency.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
89. ‘Cyprus Confidential’ sometimes seen in the news
referred to as :
(a) It is a tax treaty signed between India and Cyprus
to avoid paying double taxes on tax payer’s
income.
(b) It is a golden passport scheme launched by
Cyprus.
(c) It is a global offshore investigation that reveal
how the rich and powerful from around the
world use Cyprus as a tax haven and a secrecy
jurisdiction.
(d) None of the above
90. Consider the following statements regarding
Financial Stability Board (FSB) :
1. It assesses emerging issues that could impact global
financial stability.
2. It maintains a "black list" of nations that are
considered uncooperative tax havens.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
91. Consider the following statements :
Statement-I: Deep industrialization differs from
traditional industrialization in its focus and scope.
Statement-II: While industrialization typically refers to
the process of developing industries in a region or
country, deep industrialization goes further by
emphasizing sustainable and inclusive growth.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the
above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
and Statement-II is the correct explanation for
Statement-I
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(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
and Statement-II is not the correct explanation
for Statement-I
(c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is
incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is
correct
92. Consider the following statements regarding
government initiatives related to Micro, Small, and
Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) :
1. Export Credit Re-Financing (ECR) is a scheme by the
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to provide short-term
credit to banks and financial institutions for export
credit at the prevailing repo rate under the Liquidity
Adjustment Facility (LAF).
2. One District One Product (ODOP) Scheme provides
grants of up to 50% of total expenditure for branding
and marketing of state or regional-level ODOP
products.
3. Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) Scheme
provides financial aid to exporters by waiving import
charges.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
93. Consider the following statements regarding Bond
Yields :
1. The price of the bond always be equal to the face
value of the bond.
2. The coupon rate is the fixed annual interest rate
expressed as a percentage of the bond's face value.
3. When the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) purchases
Government Securities (G-Secs), it puts upward
pressure on bond yields.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 3 only
94. Consider the following statements regarding
Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) :
1. Minimum investment limit for a Hindu Undivided
Family (HUF) and a Trust is 20Kg in a financial year.
2. Stock Holding Corporation of India Ltd., is one of the
authorized agencies to sell SGBs.
3. There is a provision of tax exemption from the
interest and capital gains of the bond.
4. SGBs are long-term investments that cannot be
liquidated before 8 years from the date of
investment.
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How many of the statements given above are correct? (b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
(a) Only one and Statement-II is not the correct explanation
(b) Only two for Statement-I
(c) Only three (c) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is
(d) All four incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is
95. The Alkire Foster (AF) methodology is a correct
comprehensive approach for measuring which of the
following ? 99. Consider the following statements regarding Gross
(a) Nonperforming Assets (NPAs) Domestic Product (GDP) :
(b) Gross Happiness Index (GHI) 1. It does not include non-market transactions that
(c) Consumer Price Index (CPI) Inflation positively impact productivity.
(d) Multidimensional Poverty 2. It does not take into account goods produced for
private consumption.
96. Consider the following statements : 3. It does not reflect how industries affect the
1. India constitutes more than 10% of the global space environment and social well-being.
economy. How many of the statements given above are correct?
2. Recent amendments in Foreign Direct Investment (a) Only one
(FDI) Policy for the Space Sector include up to 100% (b) Only two
FDI under automatic route for various space (c) All three
activities including Satellites-Manufacturing and (d) None
creation of Spaceports.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 100. Consider the following statements regarding India’s
(a) 1 only trade pattern with China :
(b) 2 only 1. India mostly imports resource intensive primary or
(c) Both 1 and 2 semi-processed products from China.
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 2. India’s exports to China are mostly value-added
manufacturing goods and intermediate goods.
97. Consider the following : Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1. High unemployment (a) 1 only
2. Asset price inflation (b) 2 only
3. Lower market interest rates (c) Both 1 and 2
4. Very high inflation (d) Neither 1 nor 2
5. Economic instability
How many of the above are features of Goldilocks
Economy?
(a) Only two
(b) Only three
(c) Only four
(d) All five

98. Consider the following statements :

Statement-I: Business Responsibility and Sustainability
Reporting (BRSR) Framework mandates all the listed
companies in India to report their performance on
various environmental, social, and governance (ESG)
aspects.
Statement-II: BRSR is rooted in the nine principles
outlined in the National Guidelines for Responsible
Business Conduct (NGRBC).
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the
above statements?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct
and Statement-II is the correct explanation for
Statement-I

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