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100 questionsHistory & Culture21 Q
Q1Which one of the following Carnatic music ragas is similar to Raga Bilawal in Hindustani music ?
EasyMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q2The artificially fixed rupee-sterling exchange rate prescribed by the Hilton-Young Commission (1926) was adopted by the…
MediumColonial Economy, Land R…
Q3Consider the following statements :
I. Pali texts contain the first definite references to coins, e.g., kahapana, nikkh…
MediumAncient Economy, Society…
Q4Which of the following temples has/have a Nagara-style shikhara ?
1. Malegitti Shivalaya, Badami
2. Huchimalligudi Temp…
MediumArchitecture, Temples an…
Q5Among the four main forms of existence of life recognized in Jainism, which one of the following is not included ?
EasyBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q6The Hallisalasya painting in the Bagh Caves represents :
EasySculpture, Painting and …
Q7Consider the following statements relating to the use of the place-value system in India :
1. The earliest epigraphic u…
MediumAncient Economy, Society…
Q8Consider the following statements about the archaeological findings in Harappan towns :
I. There is wide occurrence of…
MediumIndus Valley Civilizatio…
Q9Which one of the following statements about the Eka Movement and Bardoli Satyagraha is correct ?
EasyTribal, Peasant and Civi…
Q10Consider the following statements about the Rigvedic period :
I. Irrigation from wells allowed agriculture to expand aw…
MediumVedic Age and Early Vedi…
Q12What does an empty seat represent in early Buddhist iconography ?
EasySculpture, Painting and …
Q13Which of the following pairs of ancient and modern names of rivers is/are correctly matched ?
1. Vitasta : Chenab
2. Asi…
MediumVedic Age and Early Vedi…
Q14Which of the following statements on the Amaravati Stupa and its relief sculpture is/are correct ?
1. It was located in…
MediumSculpture, Painting and …
Q15Which of the following pairs of the king and his dynasty in early historical Tamilakam is/are not correctly matched ?
1.…
MediumSangam Age and Early Sou…
Q16Which of the following factors contributed to the formation of the Forward Bloc by Subhas Chandra Bose in 1939 ?
1. Bos…
MediumOrganisations, Personali…
Q17Consider the following statements regarding the British policy in Awadh immediately after its annexation in 1856 :
1. T…
MediumColonial Economy, Land R…
Q18Consider the following assertion :
The genesis of political alliances based on community lay in the very nature of the…
MediumConstitutional Developme…
Q19Pandit Mallikarjun Mansur, the famous classical singer from Karnataka, represented the :
EasyMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q20In which one among the following texts does the term kshetra-patni ('mistress of the field') originate ?
EasyVedic Age and Early Vedi…
Q37Which one of the following statements with regard to the Moidams, built by the Tai-Ahom kingdom and inscribed as a World…
MediumHeritage Conservation, U…
Q85Consider the following statements with regard to the film 'Boong':
1. The film has recently won the British Academy of…
MediumRegional Art Forms and C…
Science & Technology18 Q
Q41Which of the following statements with regard to genetic medicine is/are correct ?
1. Genetic medicines correct/compens…
MediumGene Editing, Gene Thera…
Q42Which of the following statements with regard to Large Language Models (LLMs) used in machine learning is/are correct ?…
MediumArtificial Intelligence,…
Q43Which of the following statements with regard to stealth technology is/are correct ?
1. Stealth objects have a very sma…
MediumMilitary Radar, Electron…
Q44Which of the following statements with regard to Black Boxes used in modern aircrafts is/are correct ?
1. They carry a…
MediumElectronics, Microelectr…
Q45Which of the following statements with regard to Green Hydrogen is/are correct ?
1. It is decarbonized hydrogen obtaine…
MediumHydrogen Production, Sto…
Q46Consider the following statements with regard to involvement of private entities in India's space programme :
1. The In…
MediumSpace Institutions, Poli…
Q47Which of the following statements with regard to drone swarms is/are correct ?
1. They use Terahertz band of frequency…
MediumMilitary Aviation, UAVs …
Q48Which of the following statements with regard to GenomeIndia Project is/are correct ?
1. It is a part of the Human Geno…
MediumGenomics, Proteomics and…
Q49Which of the following statements with regard to the National Quantum Mission (NQM) is/are correct?
1. It aims at devel…
MediumQuantum Computing
Q50Which of the following statements with regard to India's Deep Ocean Mission is/are correct?
1. It was launched by the M…
MediumNational Science Mission…
Q60Consider the following statements about Mission Sudarshan Chakra of India:
1. It aims to enhance India's air defence, b…
MediumMilitary Radar, Electron…
Q68Which of the following items of defence hardware is/are manufactured in India ?
1. Su-30 MKI Fighter Jets
2. T-90 MK-II…
HardDefence R&D, Indigenisat…
Q79Which of the following statements about DHRUV64 is/are correct ?
1. It is the third chip fabricated under the DIR-V Pro…
MediumComputing Hardware, Semi…
Q80The Bureau of Indian Standard (BIS) recently introduced a national standard to test and assess bomb disposal system. Whi…
MediumIntellectual Property, S…
Q81X', born in the UK, was conferred the Nobel Prize in 2025. He was a professor in an American university when this prize…
EasyScientific Discoveries, …
Q83Which one of the following pairs of semiconductor plants in India and their locations is not correctly matched?
EasyComputing Hardware, Semi…
Q84Which of the following statements with regard to India's indigenous new high resolution weather model, the 'Bharat Forec…
MediumSupercomputing and High-…
Q86Which of the following statements regarding the features of blockchain technology are correct?
1. Records stored in the…
MediumBlockchain and Distribut…
Economy16 Q
Q24In what way(s) does the Vizhinjam International Seaport represent a structural shift in India's maritime trade and logis…
MediumTransport Infrastructure…
Q35Consider the following statements with reference to the Sagarmala Programme of the Government of India :
I. The Sagarma…
HardTransport Infrastructure…
Q87An e-commerce revenue model where the seller has control over pricing but doesn't keep products in stock and instead tra…
MediumServices, Tourism and th…
Q88Which one of the following correctly represents the three key sub-indices of the Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index) of…
EasyFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q89Which one of the following best describes the key objective of India's 'Open Network for Digital Commerce' (ONDC) initia…
EasyServices, Tourism and th…
Q90Which one of the following statements about Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Central Bank Digital Currency (Digital…
EasyCBDC, Crypto-assets and …
Q91Which of the following statements about Real-World Assets (RWA) Tokenization are correct?
1. Tokenization is the proces…
MediumFinTech, Digital Lending…
Q92A bond whose proceeds are used only to finance or refinance a combination of both environmental and social projects is c…
EasyESG, BRSR and Sustainabl…
Q93Which of the following statements about M1xchange's role in Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) financing is/are c…
MediumFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q94Which one of the following best describes the 'Crowding Out Effect' in the context of fiscal policy ?
EasySubsidies, Public Expend…
Q95Which of the following statements about Rare Earth Elements (REEs) and Critical Minerals is/are correct ?
1. Modern tec…
MediumMining, Critical Mineral…
Q96Which of the following statements about insurance in aviation sector is/are correct ?
1. 'Aviation Hull Insurance' cove…
MediumServices, Tourism and th…
Q97Which of the following statements about Crowdfunding is/are correct ?
1. Crowdfunding is solicitation of funds (small a…
MediumFinTech, Digital Lending…
Q98With reference to different Committees in India, consider the following details :
Sl. No. — Committee — Objective — Org…
MediumDevelopment Institutions…
Q99Consider the following statements about the Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in India :
1. NBFCs cannot accept d…
MediumNBFCs, Cooperative Credi…
Q100Consider the following statements about Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) :
1. MPI is calculated using Alkire-Foster…
MediumPoverty and Development …
International Relations13 Q
Q61Consider the following statements about river bridges connecting India with neighbouring countries:
1. 'Maitri Setu', b…
MediumNeighbourhood First, Cro…
Q64Which of the following international conventions have not been ratified by India?
1. Employment Policy Convention
2. Ab…
MediumHuman Rights and Interna…
Q65Consider the following statements with respect to the AI Impact Summit, 2026 held in New Delhi :
1. The Summit's intell…
MediumTechnology Diplomacy, AI…
Q66Which of the following connectivity projects is/are a part of cooperation between India and the ASEAN member countries ?…
MediumIndia-ASEAN and Indo-Pac…
Q67Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists :
List I (Project Supported by Ind…
HardDevelopment Partnership …
Q69Consider the following statements about platforms for multilateral co-operation :
1. The 'Colombo Process' is a regiona…
MediumGlobal Humanitarian, Ref…
Q70Consider the following UN organisations/agencies :
1. World Food Programme
2. United Nations Children's Fund
3. United…
MediumUnited Nations Agencies,…
Q71Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists :
List I (UN Peacekeeping Operatio…
MediumUN Peacekeeping, Peacebu…
Q72Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists :
List I (BIMSTEC Centre/Establish…
MediumSAARC, BIMSTEC and South…
Q75Which of the following countries are members of the European Union ?
1. Belarus
2. Poland
3. Germany
4. Switzerland
Se…
MediumRegional Economic Integr…
Q76Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists :
List I (INTERPOL Notice) — List…
MediumMembership, Expansion an…
Q78The Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany visited India in January, 2026. Which of the following is/are not corr…
MediumIndia-European Union and…
Q82Which of the following statements with regard to the Grand Slam Tennis Tournaments is/are correct?
1. The tournaments h…
MediumInternational Sports and…
Polity & Governance10 Q
Q54X' was addressing a seminar on the meaning of the term 'law' as provided under Article 13, Part III of the Constitution…
MediumFundamental Rights
Q55Consider the following statements with reference to the Constitution of India :
1. There is no Article in the Constitut…
MediumParts, Schedules, Articl…
Q56Which of the following statements with regard to the persons with disabilities in India is/are correct ?
1. The Rights…
MediumSocial Justice, Inclusio…
Q57Consider the following statements about the provisions pertaining to the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes in In…
MediumFifth and Sixth Schedule…
Q58Consider the following statements in respect of questions asked by the Members in the Parliament of India :
1. Unstarre…
MediumSessions, Motions and Pa…
Q59Consider the following statements about the Committee on the Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes of the Par…
MediumParliamentary Committees…
Q62Which of the following statements about a Zero First Information Report (Zero FIR) under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha…
MediumAlternate Dispute Resolu…
Q63With reference to the organisations under the Government of India, consider the following details:
Sl. No. — Organisati…
MediumMinistries, Departments,…
Q73Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched ?
(Indian Army Corps) : (Headquarters)
EasyInternal Security Archit…
Q74Which of the following statements with respect to the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) is/are correct ?
1.…
MediumPanchayats and Rural Loc…
Geography8 Q
Q11Consider the following assertion :
In the Pleistocene period either the Yamuna once flowed into the Indus, or the Sutle…
MediumIndian Drainage, River B…
Q25Identify the river of the Indian sub-continent on the basis of the following information:
1. It has an antecedent drain…
MediumIndian Drainage, River B…
Q26Which of the following with reference to Indian States is/are not correct?
1. Uttar Pradesh shares its boundary with th…
MediumStates, Union Territorie…
Q30Ships from which of the following countries have to cross the Strait of Hormuz to reach out to the Indian Ocean?
1. Bah…
MediumWorld Seas, Straits, Gul…
Q31Tungurahua Volcano, which was declared a Global Geopark by UNESCO in 2025, is situated in which one among the following…
EasyVolcanism and Volcanic L…
Q33With reference to the climate of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, which of the following statements is/are correct ?
1. The…
MediumMonsoon Systems and Indi…
Q34Which of the following geographical features or phenomena is/are associated with the Peninsular Block of India ?
1. Sub…
MediumPeninsular Plateau, Hill…
Q39Which of the following statements with reference to Lake Turkana is/are correct ?
1. It is the largest desert lake in t…
MediumWorld Rivers, Lakes and …
Environment & Ecology8 Q
Q21Consider the following statements with reference to India's response to climate change :
I. India's Long-Term Low Emiss…
MediumClimate Mitigation Pathw…
Q22With respect to the Western Hoolock Gibbons, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. A Sanctuary in North-…
MediumThreatened Species and I…
Q23Which of the following best explain(s) the rationale for protecting mangrove ecosystems in the context of climate resili…
MediumEstuaries, Mangroves and…
Q27Which of the following statements with regard to the arrival of Amur Falcons at Doyang Lake in Nagaland each year from M…
MediumMigratory Species and Fl…
Q32With reference to Madhav National Park, which of the following statements is/are correct ?
1. It was declared a Tiger R…
MediumTiger Reserves, Elephant…
Q36Consider the following statements about Rhynchostylis retusa (Foxtail orchid) :
1. It is an epiphytic orchid.
2. The sp…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q40Which one of the following is the first Plan Vivo certified Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation…
EasyCarbon Pricing, Markets …
Q77Which of the following statements in relation to NIRANTAR (National Institute for Research and Application of Natural Re…
MediumEnvironmental Institutio…
Agriculture3 Q
Q28Which among the following is/are the objective(s) of the Rainfed Area Development (RAD) initiative under the National Mi…
MediumDryland, Rainfed and Ari…
Q29Which of the following is/are the most significant implication(s) of obtaining Oeko-Tex certification for Eri Silk in th…
MediumGrading, Quality Standar…
Q38At the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) held in June, 2025 in France, the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO)…
MediumFisheries, Aquaculture a…
Ethics3 Q
Q51Mr. X, a senior officer, was overseeing a critical vaccination programme during a pandemic. He found that a private serv…
MediumAccountability, Responsi…
Q52In a multi-ethnic district where both economic competition and historical grievances frequently led to community tension…
HardStakeholder Dialogue, Me…
Q53Ms. X is a mid-level civil service official working in the urban development department of a major city. Recently, she w…
HardTransparency, Disclosure…
Prelims 2025
100 questionsPolity & Governance18 Q
Q3With reference to the Government of India, consider the following information:
I. Directorate of Enforcement
Function:…
MediumMinistries, Departments,…
Q51With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements:
I. An Ordinance can amend any Central Act.
II.…
HardOrdinances and President…
Q53With reference to India, consider the following:
I. The Inter-State Council
II. The National Security Council
III. Zona…
MediumInter-State Council, Zon…
Q54Consider the following statements:
I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governo…
MediumGovernor - Appointment, …
Q55Consider the following pairs:
Provision in the Constitution of India – Stated under
I. Separation of Judiciary from the…
MediumRights, DPSP and Duties …
Q56Consider the following statements:
With reference to the Constitution of India, if an area in a State is declared as Sc…
MediumFifth and Sixth Schedule…
Q57With reference to India, consider the following pairs:
I. The National Automotive Board
Union Ministry: Ministry of Com…
HardMinistries, Departments,…
Q58Consider the following subjects under the Constitution of India:
I. List I–Union List, in the Seventh Schedule
II. Exte…
MediumConstitutional Amendment…
Q59With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements:
I. The Governor of a State is not answerable to…
MediumGovernor - Appointment, …
Q60Consider the following activities:
I. Production of crude oil
II. Refining, storage and distribution of petroleum produ…
MediumSector Regulators and Re…
Q66Which of the following statements with regard to recommendations of the 15th Finance Commission of India are correct?
I…
HardFiscal Federalism and Fi…
Q86Consider the following statements with regard to pardoning power of the President of India:
I. The exercise of this pow…
MediumPardoning and Clemency P…
Q87Consider the following statements:
I. On the dissolution of the House of the People, the Speaker shall not vacate his/h…
MediumSpeaker and Presiding Of…
Q88Consider the following statements:
I. If any question arises as to whether a Member of the House of the People has beco…
MediumPolitical Parties, Anti-…
Q89Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
In India, State Governments have no power for making rules for grant of…
MediumCentre-State Legislative…
Q91Consider the following statements:
I. Panchayats at the intermediate level exist in all States.
II. To be eligible to b…
MediumPanchayats and Rural Loc…
Q93Who amongst the following are members of the Jury to select the recipient of 'Gandhi Peace Prize'?
I. The President of…
MediumMinistries, Departments,…
Q98Consider the following statements about Lokpal:
I. The power of Lokpal applies to public servants of India, but not to…
HardAnti-Corruption, Vigilan…
History & Culture16 Q
Q11Consider the following statements about Raja Ram Mohan Roy:
I. He possessed great love and respect for the traditional…
MediumSocio-Religious Reform M…
Q12Consider the following subjects with regard to Non-Cooperation Programme:
I. Boycott of law-courts and foreign cloth
II…
MediumNon-Cooperation and Khil…
Q13The irrigation device called 'Araghatta' was
MediumAncient Economy, Society…
Q14Who among the following rulers in ancient India had assumed the titles 'Mattavilasa', 'Vichitrachitta' and 'Gunabharata'…
MediumEarly Medieval Regional …
Q15Fa-hien (Faxian), the Chinese pilgrim, travelled to India during the reign of
EasyGupta Age and Administra…
Q16Who among the following led a successful military campaign against the kingdom of Srivijaya?
EasyEarly Medieval Regional …
Q17With reference to ancient India (600–322 BC), consider the following pairs:
Territorial region – River flowing in the r…
HardMahajanapadas and Rise o…
Q18The first Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, a music training school, was set up in 1901 by Vishnu Digambar Paluskar in
MediumMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q19Ashokan inscriptions suggest that the 'Pradesika', 'Rajuka' and 'Yukta' were important officers at the
MediumMauryan Empire and Admin…
Q20Consider the following statements in respect of the Non-Cooperation Movement:
I. The Congress declared the attainment o…
MediumNon-Cooperation and Khil…
Q71"Sedition has become my religion" was the famous statement given by Gandhiji at the time of
MediumCivil Disobedience, Roun…
Q72The famous female figurine known as 'Dancing Girl', found at Mohenjo-daro, is made of
EasyIndus Valley Civilizatio…
Q73Who provided legal defence to the people arrested in the aftermath of Chauri Chaura incident?
MediumNon-Cooperation and Khil…
Q74Subsequent to which one of the following events, Gandhiji, who consistently opposed untouchability and appealed for its…
MediumCivil Disobedience, Roun…
Q75Consider the following fruits:
I. Papaya
II. Pineapple
III. Guava
How many of the above were introduced in India by th…
MediumEuropean Arrival, Trade …
Q78Who among the following was the founder of the 'Self-Respect Movement'?
EasySocio-Religious Reform M…
Economy15 Q
Q1With reference to investments, consider the following:
I. Bonds
II. Hedge Funds
III. Stocks
IV. Venture Capital
How ma…
MediumMutual Funds and Alterna…
Q2Which of the following are the sources of income for the Reserve Bank of India?
I. Buying and selling Government bonds…
MediumRBI Functions, Balance S…
Q4Consider the following statements:
I. The Reserve Bank of India mandates all the listed companies in India to submit a…
MediumESG, BRSR and Sustainabl…
Q5Consider the following statements:
Statement I: In India, income from allied agricultural activities like poultry farmi…
HardDirect Taxes and Income …
Q6Consider the following statements:
I. India has joined the Minerals Security Partnership as a member.
II. India is a re…
MediumMining, Critical Mineral…
Q7Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
As regards returns from an investment in a company, generally, bondhold…
MediumBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q8Consider the following statements:
I. India accounts for a very large portion of all equity option contracts traded glo…
MediumDerivatives, Options and…
Q10Consider the following statements:
I. Capital receipts create a liability or cause a reduction in the assets of the Gov…
MediumGovernment Budget, Recei…
Q61Suppose the revenue expenditure is ₹80,000 crores and the revenue receipts of the Government are ₹60,000 crores. The Gov…
MediumFiscal Deficits, Public …
Q63Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
Of the two major ethanol producers in the world, i.e., Brazil and the U…
HardBiofuels, Ethanol and Su…
Q65A country’s fiscal deficit stands at ₹50,000 crores. It is receiving ₹10,000 crores through non-debt creating capital re…
MediumFiscal Deficits, Public …
Q67Consider the following statements in respect of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD):
I. It…
MediumInternational Financial …
Q68Consider the following statements in respect of RTGS and NEFT:
I. In RTGS, the settlement time is instantaneous while i…
MediumDigital Payments and Set…
Q69Consider the following countries:
I. United Arab Emirates
II. France
III. Germany
IV. Singapore
V. Bangladesh
How many…
MediumUPI, Cross-Border Paymen…
Q82Consider the following statements:
I. Indian Railways have prepared a National Rail Plan (NRP) to create a future ready…
MediumTransport Infrastructure…
Environment & Ecology14 Q
Q9Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
Circular economy reduces the emissions of greenhouse gases.
Statement…
MediumCircular Economy, Resour…
Q31Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
Studies indicate that carbon dioxide emissions from cement industry acc…
MediumEmission Sources, Invent…
Q32Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
At the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), India ref…
HardUNFCCC, Kyoto, Paris and…
Q34Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
Article 6 of the Paris Agreement on climate change is frequently discus…
MediumUNFCCC, Kyoto, Paris and…
Q35Which one of the following launched the 'Nature Solutions Finance Hub for Asia and the Pacific'?
MediumUNCCD, Global Environmen…
Q36With reference to Direct Air Capture, an emerging technology, which of the following statements is/are correct?
I. It c…
MediumCarbon Removal, Sequestr…
Q37Regarding Peacock tarantula (Gooty tarantula), consider the following statements:
I. It is an omnivorous crustacean.
II…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q38Consider the following statements:
I. Carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions in India are less than 0.5 t CO₂/capita.
II. In te…
HardEmission Sources, Invent…
Q40With reference to the planet Earth, consider the following statements:
I. Rain forests produce more oxygen than that pr…
MediumMarine Food Webs, Plankt…
Q44Consider the following:
I. Cigarette butts
II. Eyeglass lenses
III. Car tyres
How many of them contain plastic?
MediumPlastic and Microplastic…
Q50Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
Activated carbon is a good and an attractive tool to remove pollutants…
MediumIndustrial Pollution Con…
Q64The World Bank warned that India could become one of the first places where wet-bulb temperatures routinely exceed 35 °C…
MediumClimate Impacts, Vulnera…
Q70Consider the following statements about 'PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana':
I. It targets installation of one crore sola…
MediumRenewable Energy and Ene…
Q90Which organization has enacted the Nature Restoration Law (NRL) to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss?
EasyEnvironmental Policies, …
Geography13 Q
Q22Consider the following countries:
I. Bolivia
II. Brazil
III. Colombia
IV. Ecuador
V. Paraguay
VI. Venezuela
Andes moun…
MediumWorld Mountains, Plateau…
Q23Consider the following water bodies:
I. Lake Tanganyika
II. Lake Tonlé Sap
III. Patos Lagoon
Through how many of them…
MediumWorld Rivers, Lakes and …
Q25Which of the following are the evidences of the phenomenon of continental drift?
I. The belt of ancient rocks from Braz…
MediumPlate Tectonics and Cont…
Q26Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
The amount of dust particles in the atmosphere is more in subtropical a…
MediumAtmospheric Composition,…
Q27Consider the following statements:
Statement I: In January, in the Northern Hemisphere, the isotherms bend equatorward…
MediumTemperature Distribution…
Q28Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
In the context of effect of water on rocks, chalk is known as a very pe…
MediumWeathering, Mass Wasting…
Q29Consider the following statements:
I. Without the atmosphere, temperature would be well below freezing point everywhere…
EasyInsolation, Heat Budget …
Q33Consider the following statements:
Statement I: Scientific studies suggest that a shift is taking place in the Earth’s…
HardEarth Motions, Rotation,…
Q52Consider the following pairs:
State – Description
I. Arunachal Pradesh : The capital is named after a fort, and the Sta…
HardStates, Union Territorie…
Q76Consider the following countries:
I. United Kingdom
II. Denmark
III. New Zealand
IV. Australia
V. Brazil
How many of t…
HardLatitude, Longitude, Tim…
Q77Consider the following statements:
I. Anadyr in Siberia and Nome in Alaska are a few kilometers from each other, but wh…
MediumLatitude, Longitude, Tim…
Q79Consider the following pairs:
Country – Resource-rich in
I. Botswana : Diamond
II. Chile : Lithium
III. Indonesia : Nic…
MediumWorld Mineral Resources …
Q80Consider the following pairs:
Region – Country
I. Mallorca : Italy
II. Normandy : Spain
III. Sardinia : France
In how…
MediumCountries, Borders and P…
Science & Technology13 Q
Q41Consider the following types of vehicles:
I. Full battery electric vehicles
II. Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles
III. Fuel c…
MediumElectric, Hybrid, Fuel-C…
Q42With reference to Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), consider the following statements:
I. All types of UAVs can do verti…
MediumMilitary Aviation, UAVs …
Q43In the context of electric vehicle batteries, consider the following elements:
I. Cobalt
II. Graphite
III. Lithium
IV.…
MediumBatteries and Electroche…
Q45Consider the following substances:
I. Ethanol
II. Nitroglycerine
III. Urea
Coal gasification technology can be used…
HardCoal Gasification and Fo…
Q46What is the common characteristic of the chemical substances generally known as CL-20, HMX and LLM-105, which are someti…
MediumExplosives, Ammunition a…
Q47Consider the following statements:
I. It is expected that Majorana 1 chip will enable quantum computing.
II. Majorana 1…
HardQuantum Computing
Q48With reference to monoclonal antibodies, often mentioned in news, consider the following statements:
I. They are man-ma…
MediumTherapeutics, Biologics …
Q49Consider the following statements:
I. No virus can survive in ocean waters.
II. No virus can infect bacteria.
III. No v…
MediumMicrobiology and Virolog…
Q81Consider the following statements:
Statement I:
Some rare earth elements are used in the manufacture of flat television…
MediumCritical Minerals, Rare …
Q83Consider the following space missions:
I. Axiom-4
II. SpaDeX
III. Gaganyaan
How many of the space missions given above…
MediumIndian Space Missions an…
Q84With reference to India's defence, consider the following pairs:
Aircraft type – Description
I. Dornier-228 : Maritime…
MediumMilitary Aviation, UAVs …
Q85Artificial way of causing rainfall to reduce air pollution makes use of
EasyAtmospheric Physics and …
Q94GPS-Aided Geo Augmented Navigation (GAGAN) uses a system of ground stations to provide necessary augmentation. Which of…
MediumSatellite Navigation, Po…
International Relations8 Q
Q21Consider the following countries:
I. Austria
II. Bulgaria
III. Croatia
IV. Serbia
V. Sweden
VI. North Macedonia
How ma…
HardCollective Security, Mil…
Q62India is one of the founding members of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), a multimodal transport…
EasyInternational Transport …
Q92Consider the following statements in respect of BIMSTEC:
I. It is a regional organization consisting of seven member St…
MediumSAARC, BIMSTEC and South…
Q95Consider the following statements regarding AI Action Summit held in Grand Palais, Paris in February 2025:
I. Co-chaire…
MediumTechnology Diplomacy, AI…
Q96Consider the following pairs:
I. International Year of the Woman Farmer : 2026
II. International Year of Sustainable an…
HardUN International Years, …
Q97Consider the following statements with regard to BRICS:
I. 16th BRICS Summit was held under the Chairship of Russia in…
MediumBRICS, IBSA and Emerging…
Q99Consider the following statements in respect of the first Kho Kho World Cup:
I. The event was held in Delhi, India.
II.…
MediumInternational Sports and…
Q100Consider the following statements:
I. In the finals of the 45th Chess Olympiad held in 2024, Gukesh Dommaraju became th…
MediumGlobal Awards, Records a…
Agriculture3 Q
Q24Consider the following statements about turmeric during the year 2022-23:
I. India is the largest producer and exporter…
MediumSpices, Plantation and B…
Q30Consider the following statements about the Rashtriya Gokul Mission:
I. It is important for the upliftment of rural poo…
EasyCattle, Buffalo and Indi…
Q39Consider the following pairs:
Plant – Description
I. Cassava : Woody shrub
II. Ginger : Herb with pseudostem
III. Malab…
HardCrop Botany, Classificat…
Prelims 2024
100 questions97 scored · 3 dropped (reference only)Polity & Governance24 Q
Q61Who was the Provisional President of the Constituent Assembly before Dr. Rajendra Prasad took over?
EasyConstitution Making and …
Q66As per Article 368 of the Constitution of India, the Parliament may amend any provision of the Constitution by way of:
1…
EasyConstitutional Amendment…
Q68Which of the following statements are correct in respect of a Money Bill in the Parliament?
1. Article 109 mentions spec…
MediumLegislative Process and …
Q69Which of the following is/are correctly matched in terms of equivalent rank in the three services of Indian Defence forc…
HardMinistries, Departments,…
Q70The North Eastern Council (NEC) was established by the North Eastern Council Act, 1971. Subsequent to the amendment of N…
HardStatutory and Non-Consti…
Q71How many Delimitation Commissions have been constituted by the Government of India till December 2023?
MediumQualifications, Disquali…
Q72The Constitution (71st Amendment) Act, 1992 amends the Eighth Schedule to the Constitution to include which of the follo…
MediumParts, Schedules, Articl…
Q73Consider the following pairs:
Party — Its Leader
1. Bharatiya Jana Sangh — Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee
2. Socialist Par…
HardPolitical Parties, Anti-…
Q74Which of the following statements are correct about the Constitution of India?
1. Powers of the Municipalities are given…
EasyParts, Schedules, Articl…
Q75Which one of the following statements is correct as per the Constitution of India?
MediumCentre-State Legislative…
Q76Under which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India, has the Supreme Court of India placed the Right to P…
EasyFundamental Rights
Q77What are the duties of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) as Head of the Department of Military Affairs?
1. Permanent Chai…
MediumMinistries, Departments,…
Q78Operations undertaken by the Army towards upliftment of the local population in remote areas to include addressing of th…
MediumWelfare Delivery, DBT an…
Q80Which of the following statements about the Ethics Committee in the Lok Sabha are correct?
1. Initially it was an ad-hoc…
HardParliamentary Committees…
Q81Consider the following statements regarding ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam’:
1. Provisions will come into effect from the…
HardConstitutional Amendment…
Q83A Writ of Prohibition is an order issued by the Supreme Court or High Courts to :
EasyConstitutional Remedies …
Q84Consider the following statements:
1. It is the Governor of the State who recognizes and declares any community of that…
MediumSocial Justice, Inclusio…
Q85With reference to Union Budget, consider the following statements :
1. The Union Finance Minister on behalf of the Prime…
MediumBudget and Financial Pro…
Q93With reference to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, consider the following statements:
While any resolution for the removal…
MediumSpeaker and Presiding Of…
Q94With reference to the Indian Parliament, consider the following statements:
1. A bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on…
MediumLegislative Process and …
Q95With reference to the Parliament of India, consider the following statements :
1. Prorogation of a House by the Presiden…
HardSessions, Motions and Pa…
Q98With reference to the Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme, consider the following statements :
1. To impl…
MediumE-Governance and Digital…
Q99With reference to the ‘Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan’, consider the following statements:
1. This scheme gua…
MediumWelfare Delivery, DBT an…
Q100With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) Yojana, consider the following statements:
1. The ent…
MediumSocial Justice, Inclusio…
Geography16 Q
Q1Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: The atmosphere is heated more by incoming solar radiation than by terre…
MediumInsolation, Heat Budget …
Q2Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: Thickness of the troposphere at the equator is much greater as compared…
MediumAtmospheric Composition,…
Q3Consider the following:
1. Pyroclastic debris
2. Ash and dust
3. Nitrogen compounds
4. Sulphur compounds
How many of th…
MediumVolcanism and Volcanic L…
Q4Which of the following is/are correct inference/inferences from isothermal maps in the month of January?.
1. The isother…
MediumTemperature Distribution…
Q6With reference to the Himalayan rivers joining the Ganga downstream of Prayagraj from West to East, which one of the fol…
MediumIndian Drainage, River B…
Q7Consider the following statements :
Statement-I: Rainfall is one of the reasons for weathering of rocks.
Statement-II:…
MediumWeathering, Mass Wasting…
Q8Consider the following countries :
1. Finland
2. Germany
3. Norway
4. Russia
How many of the above countries have a bor…
MediumCountries, Borders and P…
Q9Consider the following information:
Waterfall - Region - River
1. Dhuandhar - Malwa - Narmada
2. Hundru - Chota Nagpur…
MediumIndian Drainage, River B…
Q10Consider the following information:
Region - Name of the mountain range - Type of mountain
1. Central Asia - Vosges - F…
MediumCrustal Deformation, Fol…
Q12With reference to “water vapour”, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is a gas, the amount of which…
EasyAtmospheric Composition,…
Q13Consider the following description:
1. Annual and daily range of temperatures is low.
2. Precipitation occurs throughout…
MediumGlobal Climate Types and…
Q14With reference to “Coriolis force”, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It increases with increase in w…
MediumPressure Belts, Planetar…
Q15On June 21 every year, which of the following latitude(s) experience(s) a sunlight of more than 12 hours?
1. Equator
2.…
MediumEarth Motions, Rotation,…
Q79The longest border between any two countries in the world is between :
EasyCountries, Borders and P…
Q88Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: Sumed pipeline is a strategic route for Persian Gulf oil and natural ga…
MediumConventional Energy Reso…
Q89Consider the following statements :
1. The Red Sea receives very little precipitation in any form.
2. No water enters th…
EasyOcean Temperature, Salin…
Economy15 Q
Q11Consider the following airports:
1. Donyi Polo Airport
2. Kushinagar International Airport
3. Vijayawada International A…
MediumTransport Infrastructure…
Q40With reference to the Indian economy, “Collateral Borrowing and Lending Obligations” are the instruments of :
MediumBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q41The total fertility rate in an economy is defined as:
EasyPopulation, Demographic …
Q42Consider the following statements:
1. In India, Non-Banking Financial Companies can access the Liquidity Adjustment Faci…
HardNBFCs, Cooperative Credi…
Q43In India, which of the following can trade in Corporate Bonds and Government Securities?
1. Insurance Companies
2. Pensi…
MediumBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q44Consider the following:
1. Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF)
2. Motor vehicles
3. Currency swap
Which of the above is/are con…
MediumMutual Funds and Alterna…
Q45With reference to the sectors of the Indian economy, consider the following pairs:
Economic activity — Sector
1. Storag…
MediumSectors and Classificati…
Q46Consider the following materials:
1. Agricultural residues
2. Corn grain
3. Wastewater treatment sludge
4. Wood mill was…
MediumBiofuels, Ethanol and Su…
Q47With reference to physical capital in Indian economy, consider the following pairs:
Items — Category
1. Farmer’s plough…
MediumCore Economic Concepts a…
Q49With reference to the rule/rules imposed by the Reserve Bank of India while treating foreign banks, consider the followi…
HardBanking Regulation and P…
Q50With reference to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) rules in India, consider the following statements:
1. CSR rules…
MediumCorporate Finance, Gover…
Q51Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: If the United States of America (USA) were to default on its debt, hold…
HardBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q52Consider the following statements :
Statement-I: Syndicated lending spreads the risk of borrower default across multipl…(Dropped by UPSC)
MediumFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q53Consider the following statements in respect of the digital rupee :
1. It is a sovereign currency issued by the Reserve…
MediumCBDC, Crypto-assets and …
Q67Consider the following countries :
1. Italy
2. Japan
3. Nigeria
4. South Korea
5. South Africa
Which of the above count…
MediumPopulation, Demographic …
Environment & Ecology13 Q
Q16One of the following regions has the world’s largest tropical peatland, which holds about three years' worth of global c…
MediumWetland Ecology and Ecos…
Q17With reference to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that are used in making many consumer products, c…
MediumToxic Chemicals, Pestici…
Q18Consider the following:
1. Carabid beetles
2. Centipedes
3. Flies
4. Termites
5. Wasps
Parasitoid species are found in…
HardSpecies Interactions and…
Q20Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: The Indian Flying Fox is placed under the “vermin” category in the Wild…(Dropped by UPSC)
HardWildlife Protection Law …
Q22Consider the following statements :
Statement-I: Many chewing gums found in the market are considered a source of envir…
MediumPlastic and Microplastic…
Q23Consider the following pairs:
Country - Animal found in its natural habitat
1. Brazil - Indri
2. Indonesia - Elk
3. Mad…
HardSpecies Identification, …
Q25Consider the following statements :
1. Lions do not have a particular breeding season.
2. Unlike most other big cats, ch…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q28Which one of the following shows a unique relationship with an insect that has coevolved with it and that is the only in…
MediumSpecies Interactions and…
Q29Consider the following:
1. Butterflies
2. Fish
3. Frogs
How many of the above have poisonous species among them?
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q30Consider the following :
1. Cashew
2. Papaya
3. Red sanders
How many of the above trees are actually native to India?
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q39“Membrane Bioreactors” are often discussed in the context of:
EasyWater Pollution, Eutroph…
Q90According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which one of the following is the largest source of sulphur diox…
EasyAmbient Air Pollution an…
Q96Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: The European Parliament approved The Net-Zero Industry Act recently.
S…
MediumClimate Mitigation Pathw…
Science & Technology11 Q
Q21The organisms “Cicada, Froghopper and Pond skater” are:
EasyEvolution, Classificatio…
Q27Consider the following:
1. Battery storage
2. Biomass generators
3. Fuel cells
4. Rooftop solar photovoltaic units
How…
MediumPower Grids, Energy Effi…
Q31With reference to radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTGs), consider the following statements:
1. RTGs are miniatur…
HardAtomic, Nuclear and Part…
Q32Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: Giant stars live much longer than dwarf stars.
Statement-II: Compared…
MediumAstronomy, Cosmology and…
Q33Which one of the following is synthesised in human body that dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow ?
MediumAnimal and Human Physiol…
Q34Consider the following activities:
1. Identification of narcotics on passengers at airports or in aircraft
2. Monitoring…
HardRadar, Sonar and Remote-…
Q35Consider the following aircraft:
1. Rafael
2. MiG-29
3. Tejas MK-1
How many of the above are considered fifth generatio…
MediumMilitary Aviation, UAVs …
Q36In which of the following are hydrogels used ?
1. Controlled drug delivery in patients
2. Mobile air-conditioning system…
HardPolymers, Plastics and E…
Q37Which one of the following is the exhaust pipe emission from Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles, powered by hydrogen?
EasyHydrogen Production, Sto…
Q38Recently, the term “pumped-storage hydropower” is actually and appropriately discussed in the context of which one of th…
EasyPower Grids, Energy Effi…
Q48Which one of the following words/phrases is most appropriately used to denote “an interoperable network of 3D virtual wo…
EasyData Systems, Cloud and …
History & Culture10 Q
Q54With reference to ancient India, Gautama Buddha was generally known by which of the following epithets?
1. Nayaputta
2.…
MediumBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q55Consider the following information:
Archaeological Site — State — Description
1. Chandraketugarh — Odisha — Trading Por…
HardAncient Sources, Inscrip…
Q56Who of the following rulers of medieval India gave permission to the Portuguese to build a fort at Bhatkal?
HardVijayanagara and Bahmani…
Q57With reference to revenue collection by Cornwallis, consider the following statements:
1. Under the Ryotwari Settlement…(Dropped by UPSC)
MediumColonial Economy, Land R…
Q58Consider the following statements:
1. There are no parables in Upanishads.
2. Upanishads were composed earlier than the…
MediumReligion, Philosophy and…
Q60Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO ?
MediumHeritage Conservation, U…
Q62With reference to the Government of India Act, 1935, consider the following statements:
1. It provided for the establish…
MediumConstitutional Developme…
Q63Which one of the following is a work attributed to playwright Bhasa?
HardLiterature, Languages an…
Q64Sanghabhuti, an Indian Buddhist monk, who travelled to China at the end of the fourth century AD, was the author of a co…
HardBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q65Consider the following properties included in the World Heritage List released by UNESCO:
1. Shantiniketan
2. Rani-ki-Va…
MediumHeritage Conservation, U…
International Relations7 Q
Q24Consider the following statements regarding World Toilet Organization :
1. It is one of the agencies of the United Natio…
HardSustainable Development …
Q59Consider the following statements :
1. India is a member of the International Grains Council.
2. A country needs to be a…
HardCritical Minerals, Food …
Q82Which of the following statements about ‘Exercise Mitra Shakti-2023’ are correct?
1. This was a joint military exercise…
MediumIndia-Sri Lanka and Indi…
Q86Who of the following is the author of the books “The India Way” and “Why Bharat Matters”?
EasyForeign-Policy Doctrine,…
Q87Consider the following pairs:
Country — Reason for being in the news
1. Argentina — Worst economic crisis
2. Sudan — Wa…
MediumArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q91Consider the following statements :
Statement-I: There is instability and worsening security situation in the Sahel reg…
MediumArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q97Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: Recently, Venezuela has achieved a rapid recovery from its economic cri…
MediumArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Agriculture4 Q
Q5Which of the following countries are well known as the two largest cocoa producers in the world?
EasyCrop Production, Product…
Q19Consider the following plants:
1. Groundnut
2. Horse-gram
3. Soybean
How many of the above belong to the pea family?
EasyCrop Botany, Classificat…
Q26Which one of the following is the correct description of “100 Million Farmers”?
MediumSustainable and Climate-…
Q92Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: India does not import apples from the United States of America.
Statem…
MediumAgricultural Exports, Im…
Prelims 2023
100 questions99 scored · 1 dropped (reference only)Polity & Governance18 Q
Q29Consider the following:
1. Demographic performance
2. Forest and ecology
3. Governance reforms
4. Stable government
5. T…
MediumFiscal Federalism and Fi…
Q31In essence, what does 'Due Process of Law' mean?
EasyBasic Structure, Constit…
Q32Consider the following statements :
Statement-I:In India, prisons are managed by State Governments with their own rules…
MediumCentre-State Administrat…
Q33Which one of the following statements best reflects the Chief purpose of the 'Constitution' of a country?
EasyBasic Structure, Constit…
Q34In India, which one of the following Constitutional Amendments was widely believed to be enacted to overcome the judicia…(Dropped by UPSC)
EasyConstitutional Amendment…
Q35Consider the following organizations/bodies in India :
1. The National Commission for Backward Classes
2. The National H…
MediumConstitutional Commissio…
Q36Consider the following statements:
1. If the election of the President of India is declared void by the Supreme Court o…
MediumPresident - Election, Te…
Q37With reference to Finance Bill and Money Bill in the Indian Parliament, consider the following statements :
1. When the…
MediumLegislative Process and …
Q39With reference to 'Scheduled Areas' in India, consider the following statements:
1. Within a State, the notification of…
MediumFifth and Sixth Schedule…
Q40Consider the following statements :
Statement-I:The Supreme Court of India has held in some judgments that the reservati…
MediumFundamental Rights
Q51Consider the following statements in relation to Janani Suraksha Yojana:
1. It is a safe motherhood intervention of the…
MediumWelfare Delivery, DBT an…
Q75Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:India's public sector health care system largely focuses on curative care…
MediumWelfare Delivery, DBT an…
Q77Consider the following statements:
1. According to the Constitution of India, the Central Government has a duty to prote…
MediumEmergency Provisions
Q80Consider the following statements in respect of election to the President of India:
1. The members nominated to either H…
MediumPresident - Election, Te…
Q84Consider the following statements in respect of the National Flag of India according to the Flag Code of India, 2002 :
S…
MediumFundamental Duties
Q85Consider the following statements in respect of the Constitution Day:
Statement-I :The Constitution Day is celebrated on…
MediumConstitution Making and …
Q91With reference to Home Guards, consider the following statements:
1. Home Guards are raised under the Home Guards Act an…
MediumInternal Security Archit…
Q92With reference to India, consider the following pairs:
Action — The Act under which it is covered
1. Unauthorized weari…
MediumInternal Security Archit…
Science & Technology14 Q
Q11Consider the following statements :
Statement-I :India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its…
MediumNuclear Fission, Reactor…
Q16Consider the following statements :
1. Some mushrooms have medicinal properties.
2. Some mushrooms have psycho-active pr…
MediumMicrobiology and Virolog…
Q18Consider the following statements :
1. Some microorganisms can grow in environments with temperature above the boiling p…
MediumBiological Adaptation an…
Q20Consider the following:
1. Aerosols
2. Foam agents
3. Fire retardants
4. Lubricants In the making of how many of the abo…
EasyIndustrial Chemistry and…
Q53Consider the following statements:
1. Carbon fibres are used in the manufacture of components used in automobiles and ai…
MediumNanotechnology, Composit…
Q54Consider the following actions:
1. Detection of car crash/collision which results in the deployment of airbags almost in…
MediumInternet of Things, Sens…
Q56Consider the following pairs:
Objects in space — Description
1. Cepheids : Giant clouds of dust and gas in space
2. Neb…
MediumAstronomy, Cosmology and…
Q57Which one of the following countries has its own Satellite Navigation System?
EasySatellite Navigation, Po…
Q58Consider the following statements :
1. Ballistic missiles are jet-propelled at subsonic speeds throughout their flights,…
MediumMissiles, Guidance and S…
Q60With reference to green hydrogen, consider the following statements:
1. It can be used directly as a fuel for internal c…
MediumHydrogen Production, Sto…
Q67'Wolbachia method' is sometimes talked about with reference to which one of the following?
EasyViral Diseases and Antiv…
Q69'Aerial metagenomics' best refers to which one of the following situations?
EasyGenomics, Proteomics and…
Q70'Microsatellite DNA' is used in the case of which one of the following?
EasyGenetics, Heredity and G…
Q99Consider the following heavy industries:
1. Fertilizer plants
2. Oil refineries
3. Steel plants Green hydrogen is expec…
MediumHydrogen Production, Sto…
Geography13 Q
Q1Consider the following statements :
1. Jhelum River passes through Wular Lake.
2. Krishna River directly feeds Kolleru L…
MediumIndian Lakes, Wetlands a…
Q2Consider the following pairs:
Port — Well known as
1. Kamarajar Port : First major port in India registered as a compan…
MediumTransport Corridors, Por…
Q3Consider the following trees :
1. Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus)
2. Mahua (Madhuca indica)
3. Teak (Tectona grandi…
EasyForest Types and Vegetat…
Q5Which one of the following is the best example of repeated falls in sea level, giving rise to present-day extensive mars…
EasyCoastal Geomorphology
Q6Ilmenite and rutile, abundantly available in certain coastal tracts of India, are rich sources of which one of the follo…
EasyMineral Resources of Ind…
Q7About three-fourths of world's cobalt, a metal required for the manufacture of batteries for electric motor vehicles, is…
EasyWorld Mineral Resources …
Q8Which one of the following is a part of the Congo Basin?
EasyWorld Rivers, Lakes and …
Q9Consider the following statements :
1. Amarkantak Hills are at the confluence of Vindhya and Sahyadri Ranges.
2. Biligir…
MediumPeninsular Plateau, Hill…
Q61Consider the following countries:
1. Bulgaria
2. Czech Republic
3. Hungary
4. Latvia
5. Lithuania
6. Romania
How many o…
EasyCountries, Borders and P…
Q62With reference to the Earth's atmosphere, which one of the following statements is correct?
EasyInsolation, Heat Budget …
Q64Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:The temperature contrast between continents and oceans is greater during…
MediumTemperature Distribution…
Q65Consider the following statements:
1. In a seismograph, P waves are recorded earlier than S waves.
2. In P waves, the in…
MediumEarthquakes and Seismici…
Q76Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:According to the United Nations' World Water Development Report, 2022, In…
MediumWater Resources, Dams an…
International Relations13 Q
Q10With reference to India's projects on connectivity, consider the following statements :
1. East-West Corridor under Gold…
MediumInternational Transport …
Q30Consider the following infrastructure sectors:
1. Affordable housing
2. Mass rapid transport
3. Health care
4. Renewable…
MediumUnited Nations Agencies,…
Q78Which one of the following countries has been suffering from decades of civil strife and food shortages and was in news…
EasyArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q87Consider the following statements :
Statement-I :Recently, the United States of America (USA) and the European Union (EU…
MediumTechnology Diplomacy, AI…
Q89Consider the following statements: The 'Stability and Growth Pact' of the European Union is a treaty that
1. limits the…
MediumRegional Economic Integr…
Q90Consider the following statements:
1. Recently, all the countries of the United Nations have adopted the first- ever com…
MediumRefugee Law, Migration L…
Q93Consider the following pairs:
Regions often mentioned in news — Reason for being in news
1. North Kivu and Ituri : War…
MediumArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q94Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:Israel has established diplomatic relations with some Arab States.
State…
MediumArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q95Consider the following pairs with regard to sports awards:
1. Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award : For the most spectac…
MediumInternational Sports and…
Q96Consider the following statements in respect of the 44th Chess Olympiad, 2022:
1. It was the first time that Chess Olymp…
MediumInternational Sports and…
Q97Consider the following pairs:
Area of conflict mentioned in news — Country where it is located
1. Donbas : Syria
2. Kac…
MediumArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q98In the recent years Chad, Guinea, Mali and Sudan caught the international attention for which one of the following reaso…
EasyArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q100Consider the following statements about G-20:
1. The G-20 group was originally established as a platform for the Finance…
MediumG20, G7 and Global Summi…
Economy13 Q
Q21Consider the following statements :
Statement-I :Interest income from the deposits in Infrastructure Investment Trusts (…
MediumMutual Funds and Alterna…
Q22Consider the following statements :
Statement-I :In the post-pandemic recent past, many Central Banks worldwide had carr…
MediumMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q24Which one of the following activities of the Reserve Bank of India is considered to be part of 'sterilization'?
EasyMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q25Consider the following markets :
1. Government Bond Market
2. Call Money Market
3. Treasury Bill Market
4. Stock Market…
EasyBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q28Consider the investments in the following assets:
1. Brand recognition
2. Inventory
3. Intellectual property
4. Mailing…
MediumSavings, Investment and …
Q52Consider the following statements in the context of interventions being undertaken under Anaemia Mukt Bharat Strategy:
1…
MediumHealth, Nutrition and Hu…
Q66With reference to coal-based thermal power plants in India, consider the following statements:
1. None of them uses seaw…
MediumEnergy Infrastructure an…
Q71Consider the following statements with reference to India:
1. According to the 'Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Deve…
MediumIndustrial Policy, Manuf…
Q72With reference to Central Bank digital currencies, consider the following statements:
1. It is possible to make payments…
MediumCBDC, Crypto-assets and …
Q73In the context of finance, the term "beta" refers to
EasyEquity Markets, Shares a…
Q74Consider the following statements:
1. The Self-Help Group (SHG) programme was originally initiated by the State Bank of…
MediumFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q86Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:Switzerland is one of the leading exporters of gold in terms of value.
St…
MediumForeign Trade, Trade Pol…
Q88Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:India accounts for 3.2% of global export of goods
Statement-II:Many local…
MediumIndustrial Policy, Manuf…
History & Culture13 Q
Q41In which one of the following regions was Dhanyakataka, which flourished as a prominent Buddhist center under the Mahasa…
EasyBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q42With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements :
1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin.
2. S…
MediumArchitecture, Temples an…
Q43With reference to ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar, and Muchiri were well-known as
EasyHistorical Ports and Cul…
Q44Which one of the following explains the practice of 'Vattakirutal' as mentioned in Sangam poems?
EasySangam Age and Early Sou…
Q45Consider the following dynasties :
1. Hoysala
2. Gahadavala
3. Kakatiya
4. Yadava
How many of the above dynasties establ…
EasyEarly Medieval Regional …
Q46With reference to ancient Indian History, consider the following pairs:
Literary work — Author
1. Devichandragupta : Bi…
MediumLiterature, Languages an…
Q47"Souls are not only the property of animal and plant life, but also of rocks, running water and many other natural. obje…
MediumBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q48Who among the following rulers of Vijayanagara Empire constructed a large dam across Tungabhadra River and a canal-cum-a…
EasyVijayanagara and Bahmani…
Q49Who among the following rulers of medieval Gujarat surrendered Diu to Portuguese?
EasyEarly Medieval Regional …
Q50By which one of the following Acts was the Governor General of Bengal designated as the Governor General of India?
EasyConstitutional Developme…
Q81With reference to the Indian History, Alexander Rea, A. H. Longhurst, Robert Sewell, James Burgess and Walter Elliot wer…
EasyAncient Sources, Inscrip…
Q82Consider the following pairs: Site Well known for
1. Besnagar Shaivite cave shrine.
2. Bhaja Buddhist cave shrine
3. Sit…
MediumCaves, Rock-Cut Architec…
Q83Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:7th August is declared as the National Handloom Day.
Statement-II :It was…
MediumSwadeshi, Boycott and Ho…
Environment & Ecology12 Q
Q12Consider the following statements :
Statement-I :Marsupials are not naturally found in India.
Statement-II :Marsupials c…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q13'Invasive Species Specialist Group' (that develops Global Invasive Species Database) belongs to which one of the followi…
EasyInvasive Alien Species
Q14Consider the following fauna:
1. Lion-tailed Macaque
2. Malabar Civet
3. Sambar Deer
How many of the above are generally…
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q15Which of the following organisms perform waggle dance for others of their kin to indicate the direction and the distance…
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q17Consider the following statements regarding the Indian squirrels :
1. They build nests by making burrows in the ground.…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q19Which one of the following makes a tool with a stick to scrape insects from a hole in a tree or a log of wood?
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q23Consider the following statements :
Statement-I:Carbon markets are likely to be one of the most widespread tools in the…
MediumCarbon Pricing, Markets …
Q38Consider the following statements : Once the Central Government notifies an area as a 'Community Reserve'
1. the Chief W…
MediumConservation Reserves, C…
Q59Consider the following statements regarding mercury pollution:
1. Gold mining activity is a source of mercury pollution…
MediumToxic Chemicals, Pestici…
Q63Consider the following statements:
Statement-I:The soil in tropical rain forests is rich in nutrients.
Statement-II:The…
MediumSoil Ecology, Decomposit…
Q68Consider the following activities:
1. Spreading finely ground basalt rock on farmlands extensively
2. Increasing the alk…
MediumCarbon Removal, Sequestr…
Q79Consider the following statements:
1. In India, the Biodiversity Management Committees are key to the realization of the…
MediumBiological Diversity Law…
Agriculture4 Q
Q4Consider the following statements:
1. India has more arable area than China.
2. The proportion of irrigated area is more…
MediumCrop Production, Product…
Q26Which one of the following best describes the concept of 'Small Farmer Large Field'?
EasyFarmer Producer Organisa…
Q27Consider the following statements :
1. The Government of India provides Minimum Support Price for niger (Guizotia abyssi…
MediumPulses and Oilseeds
Q55With reference to the role of biofilters in Recirculating Aquaculture System, consider the following statements:
1. Biof…
MediumFisheries, Aquaculture a…
Prelims 2022
100 questions99 scored · 1 dropped (reference only)Economy19 Q
Q1"Rapid Financing Instrument" and "Rapid Credit Facility" are related to the provisions of lending by which one of the fo…
EasyInternational Financial …
Q2With reference to the Indian economy, consider the following statements:
1. An increase in Nominal Effective Exchange Ra…
MediumExchange Rates and Curre…
Q3With reference to the Indian economy, consider the following statements:
1. If the inflation is too high, Reserve Bank o…
MediumMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q4With reference to the "G20 Common Framework", consider the following statements:
1. It is an initiative endorsed by the…
MediumInternational Financial …
Q5With reference to the Indian economy, what are the advantages of "Inflation-Indexed Bonds (IIBs)"?
1. Government can red…
MediumBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q6With reference to foreign-owned e-commerce firms operating in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1…
MediumFDI, FPI and External Co…
Q7Which of the following activities constitute real sector in the economy?
1. Farmers harvesting their crops
2. Textile mi…
MediumSectors and Classificati…
Q8Which one of the following situations best reflects "Indirect Transfers" often talked about in media recently with refer…
EasyDirect Taxes and Income …
Q9With reference to the expenditure made by an organisation or a company, which of the following statements is/are correct…
MediumCorporate Finance, Gover…
Q10With reference to the Indian economy, consider the following statements:
1. A share of the household financial savings g…
MediumFiscal Deficits, Public …
Q61Consider the following statements:
1. Tight monetary policy of US Federal Reserve could lead to capital flight.
2. Capit…(Dropped by UPSC)
MediumFDI, FPI and External Co…
Q63Consider the following statements:
1. In India, credit rating agencies are regulated by Reserve Bank of India.
2. The ra…
MediumMarket Regulation and In…
Q64With reference to the 'Banks Board Bureau (BBB)', which of the following statements are correct?
1. The Governor of RBI…
MediumBanking Regulation and P…
Q65With reference to Convertible Bonds, consider the following statements:
1. As there is an option to exchange the bond fo…
MediumBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q67Consider the following statements:
1. Vietnam has been one of the fastest growing economies in the world in the recent y…
MediumEconomic Growth and Deve…
Q68In India, which one of the following is responsible for maintaining price stability by controlling inflation?
EasyMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q71In India, which one of the following compiles information on industrial disputes, closures, retrenchments and lay-offs i…
EasyLabour Markets, Wages an…
Q72In India, what is the role of the Coal Controller’s Organization (CCO)?
1. CCO is the major source of Coal Statistics in…
MediumMining, Critical Mineral…
Q80Which one of the following best describes the term “greenwashing”?
EasyESG, BRSR and Sustainabl…
History & Culture16 Q
Q51In the Government of India Act 1919, the functions of Provincial Government were divided into "Reserved" and "Transferre…
MediumConstitutional Developme…
Q52In medieval India, the term "Fanam" referred to:
EasyMedieval Economy and Soc…
Q53Consider the following freedom fighters:
1. Barindra Kumar Ghosh
2. Jogesh Chandra Chatterjee
3. Rash Behari Bose
Who o…
EasyQuit India, INA and Revo…
Q54With reference to the proposals of Cripps Mission, consider the following statements:
1. The Constituent Assembly would…
MediumConstitutional Developme…
Q55With reference to Indian history, consider the following texts:
1. Nettipakarana
2. Parishishtaparvan
3. Avadanashataka…
EasyBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q56With reference to Indian history, consider the following pairs:
Historical person : Known as
1. Aryadeva : Jaina scholar…
MediumAncient Sources, Inscrip…
Q57With reference to Indian history, consider the following statements:
1. The first Mongol invasion of India happened duri…
MediumDelhi Sultanate and Earl…
Q58With reference to Indian history, who of the following were known as "Kulah-Daran"?
EasyMedieval Sources, Travel…
Q59With reference to Indian history, consider the following statements:
1. The Dutch established their factories/warehouses…
MediumEuropean Arrival, Trade …
Q60According to Kautilya's Arthashastra, which of the following are correct?
1. A person could be a slave as a result of a…
MediumAncient Economy, Society…
Q91Consider the following pairs:
Site of Ashoka's major rock edicts : Location in the State of
1. Dhauli : Odisha
2. Erragu…
MediumMauryan Empire and Admin…
Q92Consider the following pairs:
King : Dynasty
1. Nannuka : Chandela
2. Jayashakti : Paramara
3. Nagabhata II : Gurjara-Pr…
MediumEarly Medieval Regional …
Q93Which one of the following statements about Sangam literature in ancient South India is correct?
EasySangam Age and Early Sou…
Q94"Yogavāsistha" was translated into Persian by Nizamuddin Panipati during the reign of:
EasyMughal Empire and Admini…
Q95The world's second tallest statue in sitting pose of Ramanuja was inaugurated by the Prime Minister of India at Hyderaba…
MediumReligion, Philosophy and…
Q96The Prime Minister recently inaugurated the new Circuit House near Somnath Temple at Veraval. Which of the following sta…
MediumArchitecture, Temples an…
Science & Technology14 Q
Q32With reference to Web 3. 0, consider the following statements:
1. Web 3. 0 technology enables people to control their ow…
MediumBlockchain and Distribut…
Q33With reference to "Software as a Service (SaaS)", consider the following statements:
1. SaaS buyers can customise the us…
MediumData Systems, Cloud and …
Q34Which one of the following statements best reflects the idea behind the "Fractional Orbital Bombardment System" often ta…
EasyMissiles, Guidance and S…
Q35Which one of the following is the context in which the term "qubit" is mentioned?
EasyQuantum Computing
Q36Consider the following communication technologies:
1. Closed-circuit Television
2. Radio Frequency Identification
3. Wir…
MediumTelecommunication, Mobil…
Q37Consider the following statements:
1. Biofilms can form on medical implants within human tissues.
2. Biofilms can form o…
MediumMicrobiology and Virolog…
Q38Consider the following statements in respect of probiotics:
1. Probiotics are made of both bacteria and yeast.
2. The or…
MediumMicrobiology and Virolog…
Q39In the context of vaccines manufactured to prevent COVID-19 pandemic, consider the following statements:
1. The Serum In…
MediumImmunity, Vaccines and I…
Q40If a major solar storm (solar flare) reaches the Earth, which of the following are the possible effects on the Earth?
1.…
MediumPlanetary, Lunar and Sol…
Q46With reference to polyethylene terephthalate, the use of which is so widespread in our daily lives, consider the followi…
MediumPolymers, Plastics and E…
Q69With reference to Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), consider the following statements:
1. They enable the digital representati…
MediumBlockchain and Distribut…
Q97Which one of the following statements best describes the role of B cells and T cells in the human body?
EasyImmunity, Vaccines and I…
Q98Consider the following statements:
1. Other than those made by humans, nanoparticles do not exist in nature.
2. Nanopart…
MediumNanotechnology, Composit…
Q99Consider the following statements:
DNA Barcoding can be a tool to:
1. assess the age of a plant or animal.
2. distinguis…
MediumGenomics, Proteomics and…
Polity & Governance13 Q
Q11Consider the following statements:
1. Pursuant to the report of H.N. Sanyal Committee, the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971…
MediumSupreme Court - Jurisdic…
Q12With reference to India, consider the following statements:
1. Government law officers and legal firms are recognised as…
MediumSector Regulators and Re…
Q13Consider the following statements:
1. A bill amending the Constitution requires a prior recommendation of the President…
MediumConstitutional Amendment…
Q14Consider the following statements:
1. The Constitution of India classifies the ministers into four ranks viz. Cabinet Mi…
MediumPrime Minister, Council …
Q15Which of the following is/are the exclusive power(s) of Lok Sabha?
1. To ratify the declaration of Emergency
2. To pass…
MediumSessions, Motions and Pa…
Q16With reference to anti-defection law in India, consider the following statements:
1. The law specifies that a nominated…
MediumPolitical Parties, Anti-…
Q17Consider the following statements:
1. Attorney General of India and Solicitor General of India are the only officers of…
MediumAttorney General and Uni…
Q18With reference to the writs issued by the Courts in India, consider the following statements:
1. Mandamus will not lie a…
MediumConstitutional Remedies …
Q19With reference to Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, consider the following statements:
1. Private and public hospitals mu…
MediumE-Governance and Digital…
Q20With reference to Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha, consider the following statements:
1. As per the Rules of Procedure and C…
MediumSpeaker and Presiding Of…
Q31Consider the following:
1. Aarogya Setu
2. CoWIN
3. DigiLocker
4. DIKSHA
Which of the above are built on top of open-so…
EasyE-Governance and Digital…
Q73If a particular area is brought under the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution of India, which one of the following statem…
EasyFifth and Sixth Schedule…
Q74Consider the following statements:
1. The India Sanitation Coalition is a platform to promote sustainable sanitation and…
MediumMinistries, Departments,…
Geography12 Q
Q23Which one of the following lakes of West Africa has become dry and turned into a desert?
EasyWorld Rivers, Lakes and …
Q24Gandikota canyon of South India was created by which one of the following rivers?
EasyFluvial Processes and La…
Q25Consider the following pairs:
Peak : Mountains
1. Namcha Barwa : Garhwal Himalaya
2. Nanda Devi : Kumaon Himalaya
3. Nok…
MediumHimalayas and Trans-Hima…
Q26The term "Levant" often heard in the news roughly corresponds to which of the following regions?
EasyCountries, Borders and P…
Q27Consider the following countries:
1. Azerbaijan
2. Kyrgyzstan
3. Tajikistan
4. Turkmenistan
5. Uzbekistan
Which of the…
EasyCountries, Borders and P…
Q28With reference to India, consider the following statements:
1. Monazite is a source of rare earths.
2. Monazite contains…
MediumMineral Resources of Ind…
Q29In the northern hemisphere, the longest day of the year normally occurs in the:
EasyEarth Motions, Rotation,…
Q30Consider the following pairs:
Wetland/Lake : Location
1. Hokera Wetland : Punjab
2. Renuka Wetland : Himachal Pradesh
3.…
MediumIndian Lakes, Wetlands a…
Q70Consider the following pairs:
Reservoirs : States
1. Ghataprabha : Telangana
2. Gandhi Sagar : Madhya Pradesh
3. Indira…
MediumWater Resources, Dams an…
Q81Consider the following statements:
1. High clouds primarily reflect solar radiation and cool the surface of the Earth.
2…
MediumInsolation, Heat Budget …
Q84Consider the following statements:
1. Gujarat has the largest solar park in India.
2. Kerala has a fully solar powered I…
MediumRenewable Energy Resourc…
Q88Consider the following pairs:
Region often mentioned in the news : Country
1. Anatolia : Turkey
2. Amhara : Ethiopia
3.…
MediumCountries, Borders and P…
Environment & Ecology12 Q
Q41"Climate Action Tracker" which monitors the emission reduction pledges of different countries is a:
EasyClimate Mitigation Pathw…
Q42Consider the following statements:
1. "The Climate Group" is an international non-profit organization that drives climat…
MediumClimate Mitigation Pathw…
Q43"If rainforests and tropical forests are the lungs of the Earth, then surely wetlands function as its kidneys." Which on…
MediumWetland Ecology and Ecos…
Q44In the context of WHO Air Quality Guidelines, consider the following statements:
1. The 24-hour mean of PM2. 5 should no…
MediumAmbient Air Pollution an…
Q45With reference to "Gucchi" sometimes mentioned in the news, consider the following statements:
1. It is a fungus.
2. It…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q47Which of the following is not a bird?
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q49"Biorock technology" is talked about in which one of the following situations?
EasyNature-Based Solutions a…
Q50The "Miyawaki method" is well known for the:
EasyNature-Based Solutions a…
Q75Which one of the following has been constituted under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986?
EasyEnvironment Protection A…
Q89With reference to Indian laws about wildlife protection, consider the following statements:
1. Wild animals are the sole…
MediumWildlife Protection Law …
Q90Certain species of which one of the following organisms are well known as cultivators of fungi?
EasySpecies Interactions and…
Q100Consider the following:
1. Carbon monoxide
2. Nitrogen oxide
3. Ozone
4. Sulphur dioxide
Excess of which of the above in…
EasyAmbient Air Pollution an…
International Relations9 Q
Q66Consider the following:
1. Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
2. Missile Technology Control Regime
3. Shanghai Coopera…
EasyMembership, Expansion an…
Q76With reference to the “United Nations Credentials Committee”, consider the following statements:
1. It is a committee se…
MediumUnited Nations Charter, …
Q77Which one of the following statements best describes the ‘Polar Code’?
EasyOuter Space Governance a…
Q78With reference to the United Nations General Assembly, consider the following statements:
1. The UN General Assembly can…
MediumUnited Nations Charter, …
Q82Consider the following statements:
1. Bidibidi is a large refugee settlement in north-western Kenya.
2. Some people who…
MediumGlobal Humanitarian, Ref…
Q83Consider the following countries:
1. Armenia
2. Azerbaijan
3. Croatia
4. Romania
5. Uzbekistan
Which of the above are m…
EasyMembership, Expansion an…
Q85With reference to the United Nations Convention on the Law of Sea, consider the following statements:
1. A coastal state…
MediumLaw of the Sea and UNCLO…
Q86Which one of the following statements best reflects the issue with Senkaku Islands, sometimes mentioned in the news?
EasyArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q87Consider the following pairs:
Country : Important reason for being in the news recently
1. Chad : Setting up of permanen…
MediumArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Agriculture5 Q
Q21Among the following crops, which one is the most important anthropogenic source of both methane and nitrous oxide?
EasyAgricultural Emissions, …
Q22"System of Rice Intensification" of cultivation, in which alternate wetting and drying of rice fields is practised, resu…
MediumIrrigation Scheduling an…
Q48Which of the following are nitrogen-fixing plants?
1. Alfalfa
2. Amaranth
3. Chickpea
4. Clover
5. Purslane (Kulfa)
6. S…
EasyBiofertilisers, Biostimu…
Q62Consider the following States:
1. Andhra Pradesh
2. Kerala
3. Himachal Pradesh
4. Tripura
How many of the above are gen…
EasySpices, Plantation and B…
Q79With reference to the “Tea Board” in India, consider the following statements:
1. The Tea Board is a statutory body.
2.…
MediumAgricultural Policy, Dat…
Prelims 2021
100 questions99 scored · 1 dropped (reference only)History & Culture20 Q
Q31With reference to Chausath Yogini Temple situated near Morena, consider the following statements:
1. It is a circular te…
MediumArchitecture, Temples an…
Q32Which one of the following ancient towns is well-known for its elaborate system of water harvesting and management by bu…
MediumIndus Valley Civilizatio…
Q33In the first quarter of seventeenth century, in which of the following was/were the factory/factories of the English Eas…
MediumEuropean Arrival, Trade …
Q34From the decline of Guptas until the rise of Harshavardhana in the early seventh century, which of the following kingdom…
MediumPost-Gupta and Early Med…
Q35According to Portuguese writer Nuniz, the women in Vijayanagara Empire were expert in which of the following areas?
1. W…
MediumVijayanagara and Bahmani…
Q36With reference to Madanapalle of Andhra Pradesh, which one of the following statements is correct?
EasyLiterature, Languages an…
Q37Consider the following pairs:
Historical place : Well-known for
1. Burzahom : Rock-cut shrines
2. Chandraketugarh : Terr…
MediumPrehistory and Archaeolo…
Q38Consider the following statements:
1. It was during the reign of Iltutmish that Chengiz Khan reached the Indus in pursui…
MediumDelhi Sultanate and Earl…
Q39Consider the following statements:
1. St. Francis Xavier was one of the founding members of the Jesuit Order.
2. St. Fra…
MediumEuropean Arrival, Trade …
Q40With reference to the history of ancient India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Mitakshara was the…
MediumAncient Economy, Society…
Q41With reference to the history of ancient India, Bhavabhuti, Hastimalla and Kshemeshvara were famous
EasyLiterature, Languages an…
Q42Consider the following statements:
1. The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms of 1919 recommended granting voting rights to all t…
MediumConstitutional Developme…
Q43With reference to 8th August, 1942 in Indian history, which one of the following statements is correct?
EasyQuit India, INA and Revo…
Q44Who among the following is associated with 'Songs from Prison', a translation of ancient Indian religious lyrics in Engl…
EasyOrganisations, Personali…
Q45With reference to medieval India, which one of the following is the correct sequence in ascending order in terms of size…
EasyMughal Empire and Admini…
Q46Who among the following was associated as Secretary with Hindu Female School which later came to be known as Bethune Fem…
EasyEducation, Press and Pub…
Q47In the context of Colonial India, Shah Nawaz Khan, Prem Kumar Sehgal and Gurbaksh Singh Dhillon are remembered as
EasyQuit India, INA and Revo…
Q48With reference to Indian history, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Nizamat of Arcot emerged out…
MediumMarathas and Later Regio…
Q49Which one of the following statements is correct?
EasyArchitecture, Temples an…
Q95With reference to India, the terms 'Halbi, Ho and Kui' pertain to
EasyLiterature, Languages an…
Polity & Governance19 Q
Q9Which one of the following effects of creation of black money in India has been the main cause of worry to the Governmen…
EasyMoney Laundering, Econom…
Q77We adopted parliamentary democracy based on the British model, but how does our model differ from that model?
1. As rega…
MediumSalient Features and Com…
Q78With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements:
1. N. Gopalaswamy Iyengar Committee suggested…
MediumCivil Services and Admin…
Q79‘Right to Privacy’ is protected under which Article of the Constitution of India?
EasyFundamental Rights
Q80Consider the following statements:
1. In India, there is no law restricting the candidates from contesting in one Lok Sa…(Dropped by UPSC)
MediumElectoral System, RPA an…
Q81Consider the following statements:
1. ‘Right to the City’ is an agreed human right and the UN-Habitat monitors the commi…
MediumMunicipalities and Urban…
Q82With reference to India, consider the following statements:
1. Judicial custody means an accused is in the custody of th…
MediumSupreme Court - Jurisdic…
Q83With reference to India, consider the following statements:
1. When a prisoner makes out a sufficient case, parole canno…
MediumCentre-State Administrat…
Q85A legislation which confers on the executive or administrative authority an unguided and uncontrolled discretionary powe…
MediumFundamental Rights
Q86Which one of the following in Indian polity is an essential feature that indicates that it is federal in character?
EasySalient Features and Com…
Q87Which one of the following best defines the term 'State'?
EasyBasic Structure, Constit…
Q88With reference to Indian judiciary, consider the following statements:
1. Any retired judge of the Supreme Court of Indi…
MediumSupreme Court - Jurisdic…
Q89With reference to India, consider the following statements:
1. There is only one citizenship and one domicile.
2. A citi…
MediumCitizenship
Q90Which one of the following factors constitutes the best safeguard of liberty in a liberal democracy?
EasyBasic Structure, Constit…
Q91Under the Indian Constitution, concentration of wealth violates
EasyDirective Principles of …
Q92What is the position of the Right to Property in India?
EasyFundamental Rights
Q93What was the exact constitutional status of India on 26th January, 1950?
EasyPreamble and Constitutio…
Q94Constitutional government means
EasyBasic Structure, Constit…
Q96Consider the following statements in respect of Bharat Ratna and Padma Awards:
1. Bharat Ratna and Padma Awards are titl…
MediumFundamental Rights
Environment & Ecology18 Q
Q16'R2 Code of Practices' constitutes a tool available for promoting the adoption of
EasyHazardous, Biomedical, E…
Q17Why is there a concern about copper smelting plants?
1. They may release lethal quantities of carbon monoxide into envir…
MediumIndustrial Pollution Con…
Q19What is blue carbon?
EasyCarbon Removal, Sequestr…
Q20In the nature, which of the following is/are most likely to be found surviving on a surface without soil?
1. Fern
2. Lic…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q21Which one of the following is used in preparing a natural mosquito repellent?
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q22Consider the following kinds of organisms:
1. Copepods
2. Cyanobacteria
3. Diatoms
4. Foraminifera
Which of the above a…
EasyMarine Food Webs, Plankt…
Q23Consider the following animals:
1. Hedgehog
2. Marmot
3. Pangolin
To reduce the chance of being captured by predators,…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q24With reference to the 'New York Declaration on Forests', which of the following statements are correct?
1. It was first…
MediumEnvironmental Policies, …
Q25Magnetite particles, suspected to cause neurodegenerative problems, are generated as environmental pollutants from which…
MediumAmbient Air Pollution an…
Q26Which one of the following is a filter feeder?
EasyFood Chains, Food Webs a…
Q27In case of which one of the following biogeochemical cycles, the weathering of rocks is the main source of release of nu…
EasyBiogeochemical Cycles
Q28Which of the following are detritivores?
1. Earthworms
2. Jellyfish
3. Millipedes
4. Seahorses
5. Woodlice
Select the c…
EasySoil Ecology, Decomposit…
Q29The 'Common Carbon Metric', supported by UNEP, has been developed for
EasyEmission Sources, Invent…
Q30Which of the following have species that can establish symbiotic relationship with other organisms?
1. Cnidarians
2. Fun…
EasySpecies Interactions and…
Q61The vegetation of savannah consists of grassland with scattered small trees, but extensive areas have no trees. The fore…
MediumGrassland and Savanna Ec…
Q75‘Triclosan’, considered harmful when exposed to high levels for a long time, is most likely present in which of the foll…
EasyToxic Chemicals, Pestici…
Q84At the national level, which ministry is the nodal agency to ensure effective implementation of the Scheduled Tribes and…
MediumForest Conservation Law …
Q97Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) and the Arbor Day F…
MediumNature-Based Solutions a…
Economy14 Q
Q1Consider the following statements:
1. The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is appointed by the Central Govern…
MediumRBI Functions, Balance S…
Q2With reference to casual workers employed in India, consider the following statements:
1. All casual workers are entitle…
MediumLabour Markets, Wages an…
Q3Which among the following steps is most likely to be taken at the time of an economic recession?
EasySubsidies, Public Expend…
Q4Consider the following statements:
Other things remaining unchanged, market demand for a good might increase if
1. price…
MediumCore Economic Concepts a…
Q5With reference to 'Urban Cooperative Banks' in India, consider the following statements:
1. They are supervised and regu…
MediumBanking Regulation and P…
Q6Indian Government Bond Yields are influenced by which of the following?
1. Actions of the United States Federal Reserve…
MediumBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q7Consider the following:
1. Foreign currency convertible bonds
2. Foreign institutional investment with certain condition…
MediumFDI, FPI and External Co…
Q8Consider the following statements:
The effect of devaluation of a currency is that it necessarily
1. improves the compet…
MediumExchange Rates and Curre…
Q10Which one of the following is likely to be the most inflationary in its effects?
EasyFiscal Deficits, Public …
Q11The money multiplier in an economy increases with which one of the following?
EasyMoney Creation, Credit a…
Q12With reference to Indian economy, demand-pull inflation can be caused/increased by which of the following?
1. Expansiona…
MediumInflation, Price Indices…
Q13With reference to India, consider the following statements:
1. Retail investors through demat account can invest in 'Tre…
MediumMarket Regulation and In…
Q14With reference to 'WaterCredit', consider the following statements:
1. It puts microfinance tools to work in the water a…
MediumFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q15In India, the central bank's function as the 'lender of last resort' usually refers to which of the following?
1. Lendin…
MediumRBI Functions, Balance S…
Science & Technology10 Q
Q65With reference to recent developments regarding ‘Recombinant Vector Vaccines’, consider the following statements:
1. Gen…
MediumImmunity, Vaccines and I…
Q66In the context of hereditary diseases, consider the following statements:
1. Passing on mitochondrial diseases from pare…
MediumGene Editing, Gene Thera…
Q68In a pressure cooker, the temperature at which the food is cooked depends mainly upon which of the following?
1. Area of…
MediumHeat, Thermodynamics and…
Q69Consider the following:
1. Bacteria
2. Fungi
3. Virus
Which of the above can be cultured in artificial/synthetic medium…
EasyMicrobiology and Virolog…
Q70Consider the following statements:
1. Adenoviruses have single-stranded DNA genomes whereas retroviruses have double-str…
MediumMicrobiology and Virolog…
Q71Water can dissolve more substances than any other liquid because
EasyAtomic Structure, Bondin…
Q72With reference to street-lighting, how do sodium lamps differ from LED lamps?
1. Sodium lamps produce light in 360 degre…
MediumOptics, Lasers and Photo…
Q73The term ‘ACE2’ is talked about in the context of
EasyViral Diseases and Antiv…
Q74Bisphenol A (BPA), a cause of concern, is a structural/key component in the manufacture of which of the following kinds…
EasyPolymers, Plastics and E…
Q76Which one of the following is a reason why astronomical distances are measured in light-years?
EasyAstronomy, Cosmology and…
Geography8 Q
Q18With reference to furnace oil, consider the following statements:
1. It is a product of oil refineries.
2. Some industri…
MediumConventional Energy Reso…
Q53With reference to the Indus river system, of the following four rivers, three of them pour into one of them which joins…
MediumIndian Drainage, River B…
Q54With reference to India, Didwana, Kuchaman, Sargol and Khatu are the names of
EasyIndian Lakes, Wetlands a…
Q55Consider the following rivers:
1. Brahmani
2. Nagavali
3. Subarnarekha
4. Vamsadhara
Which of the above rise from the E…
EasyIndian Drainage, River B…
Q58Consider the following statements:
1. In the tropical zone, the western sections of the oceans are warmer than the easte…
MediumOcean Currents, Gyres an…
Q60"Leaf litter decomposes faster than in any other biome and as a result the soil surface is often almost bare. Apart from…
MediumBiomes and Natural Regio…
Q62With reference to the water on the planet Earth, consider the following statements:
1. The amount of water in the rivers…
MediumWater Resources, Dams an…
Q64The black cotton soil of India has been formed due to the weathering of
EasySoil Formation, Profiles…
Agriculture6 Q
Q51How is permaculture farming different from conventional chemical farming?
1. Permaculture farming discourages monocultur…
MediumOrganic, Natural and Low…
Q52With reference to ‘palm oil’, consider the following statements:
1. The palm oil tree is native to Southeast Asia.
2. Th…
MediumPulses and Oilseeds
Q57Among the following, which one is the least water-efficient crop?
EasyIrrigation Scheduling an…
Q59In the context of India’s preparation for Climate-Smart Agriculture, consider the following statements:
1. The ‘Climate-…
MediumSustainable and Climate-…
Q63Consider the following statements:
1. Moringa (drumstick tree) is a leguminous evergreen tree.
2. Tamarind tree is endem…
MediumCrop Botany, Classificat…
Q67Bollgard I and Bollgard II technologies are mentioned in the context of
EasyGenetic Engineering and …
International Relations5 Q
Q50Consider the following statements:
1. 21st February is declared to be the International Mother Language Day by UNICEF.
2…
MediumUN International Years, …
Q56Consider the following statements:
1. The Global Ocean Commission grants licences for seabed exploration and mining in i…
MediumLaw of the Sea and UNCLO…
Q98Consider the following statements in respect of the Laureus World Sports Award which was instituted in the year 2000:
1.…
MediumGlobal Awards, Records a…
Q99Consider the following statements in respect of the 32nd Summer Olympics:
1. The official motto for this Olympics is 'A…
MediumInternational Sports and…
Q100Consider the following statements in respect of the ICC World Test Championship:
1. The finalists were decided by the nu…
MediumInternational Sports and…
Prelims 2020
100 questions98 scored · 2 dropped (reference only)History & Culture20 Q
Q14One common agreement between Gandhism and Marxism is
EasyOrganisations, Personali…
Q21With reference to the history of India, consider the following pairs:
1. Aurang — In-charge of treasury of the State
2.…
MediumColonial Economy, Land R…
Q22With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements:
1. Sthaviravadins belong to Mahayan…
MediumBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q23Which of the following statements correctly explains the impact of Industrial Revolution on India during the first half…
EasyColonial Economy, Land R…
Q24Consider the following events in the history of India:
1. Rise of Pratiharas under King Bhoja
2. Establishment of Pallav…
MediumEarly Medieval Regional …
Q25Which of the following phrases defines the nature of the 'Hundi' generally referred to in the sources of the post-Harsha…
EasyMedieval Economy and Soc…
Q26With reference to the book "Desher Katha" written by Sakharam Ganesh Deuskar during the freedom struggle, consider the f…
MediumSwadeshi, Boycott and Ho…
Q27The Gandhi-Irwin Pact included which of the following?
1. Invitation to Congress to participate in the Round Table Confe…(Dropped by UPSC)
MediumCivil Disobedience, Roun…
Q28The Vital-Vidhvansak, the first monthly journal to have the untouchable people as its target audience was published by
EasyEducation, Press and Pub…
Q29With reference to the history of India, the terms "kulyavapa" and "dronavapa" denote
EasyAncient Economy, Society…
Q30Who among the following rulers advised his subjects through this inscription?
"Whosoever praises his religious sect or b…
MediumMauryan Empire and Admin…
Q31With reference to the cultural history of India, which one of the following is the correct description of the term 'para…
EasyBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q32In the context of Indian history, the Rakhmabai case of 1884 revolved around
1. women's right to gain education
2. age o…
MediumSocio-Religious Reform M…
Q33Indigo cultivation in India declined by the beginning of the 20th century because of
EasyColonial Economy, Land R…
Q34Wellesley established the Fort William College at Calcutta because
EasyEducation, Press and Pub…
Q35With reference to the history of India, "Ulgulan" or the Great Tumult is the description of which of the following event…
EasyTribal, Peasant and Civi…
Q36With reference to the scholars/litterateurs of ancient India, consider the following statements:
1. Panini is associated…
MediumLiterature, Languages an…
Q71With reference to the cultural history of India, consider the following pairs:
1. Parivrajaka — Renunciant and Wanderer…
MediumBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q82With reference to the period of Gupta dynasty in ancient India, the towns Ghantasala, Kadura and Chaul were well known a…
EasyHistorical Ports and Cul…
Q97With reference to the history of India, consider the following pairs:
Famous Place : Present State
1. Bhilsa : Madhya Pr…
MediumAncient Sources, Inscrip…
Polity & Governance16 Q
Q1Consider the following statements:
1. Aadhaar metadata cannot be stored for more than three months.
2. State cannot ente…
MediumE-Governance and Digital…
Q2Rajya Sabha has equal powers with Lok Sabha in
EasyParliament Composition, …
Q3With reference to the funds under Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS), which of the following s…
MediumWelfare Delivery, DBT an…
Q4Which one of the following categories of Fundamental Rights incorporates protection against untouchability as a form of…
EasyFundamental Rights
Q5In India, separation of judiciary from the executive is enjoined by
EasyDirective Principles of …
Q7A constitutional government by definition is a
EasyBasic Structure, Constit…
Q8Other than the Fundamental Rights, which of the following parts of the Constitution of India reflect/reflects the princi…
MediumRights, DPSP and Duties …
Q9In India, Legal Services Authorities provide free legal services to which of the following type of citizens?
1. Person w…
MediumAlternate Dispute Resolu…
Q11A Parliamentary System of Government is one in which
EasySalient Features and Com…
Q12Which part of the Constitution of India declares the ideal of Welfare State?
EasyDirective Principles of …
Q13Consider the following statements:
1. The Constitution of India defines its 'basic structure' in terms of federalism, se…
MediumBasic Structure, Constit…
Q15In the context of India, which one of the following is the characteristic appropriate for bureaucracy?
EasyCivil Services and Admin…
Q16The Preamble to the Constitution of India is
EasyPreamble and Constitutio…
Q18With reference to the provisions contained in Part IV of the Constitution of India, which of the following statements is…
MediumDirective Principles of …
Q19Consider the following statements:
1. According to the Constitution of India, a person who is eligible to vote can be ma…
MediumChief Minister, State Co…
Q20Consider the following statements:
1. The President of India can summon a session of the Parliament at such place as he/…
MediumSessions, Motions and Pa…
Economy16 Q
Q6Along with the Budget, the Finance Minister also places other documents before the Parliament which include 'The Macro E…
MediumFiscal Deficits, Public …
Q17“Gold Tranche” (Reserve Tranche) refers to
EasyInternational Financial …
Q49If another global financial crisis happens in the near future, which of the following actions/policies are most likely t…
MediumForeign Exchange Reserve…
Q50If you withdraw ₹ 1,00,000 in cash from your Demand Deposit Account at your bank, the immediate effect on aggregate mone…
EasyMoney, Currency and Mone…
Q51With reference to Foreign Direct Investment in India, which one of the following is considered its major characteristic?
EasyFDI, FPI and External Co…
Q52With reference to the international trade of India at present, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Indi…(Dropped by UPSC)
MediumForeign Trade, Trade Pol…
Q54In the context of the Indian economy, non-financial debt includes which of the following?
1. Housing loans owed by house…
MediumBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q56With reference to Trade-Related Investment Measures (TRIMS), which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Quanti…
MediumForeign Trade, Trade Pol…
Q57If the RBI decides to adopt an expansionist monetary policy, which of the following would it not do?
1. Cut and optimize…
MediumMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q58With reference to the Indian economy after the 1991 economic liberalization, consider the following statements:
1. Worke…
MediumLiberalisation, Privatis…
Q60In India, under cyber insurance for individuals, which of the following benefits are generally covered, in addition to p…
MediumDeposit Insurance and Fi…
Q62What is the importance of the term “Interest Coverage Ratio” of a firm in India?
1. It helps in understanding the presen…
MediumCorporate Finance, Gover…
Q67Consider the following statements:
1. The weightage of food in Consumer Price Index (CPI) is higher than that in Wholesa…
MediumInflation, Price Indices…
Q70With reference to the Indian economy, consider the following statements:
1. ‘Commercial Paper’ is a short-term unsecured…
MediumBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q84According to India's National Policy on Biofuels, which of the following can be used as raw materials for the production…
MediumBiofuels, Ethanol and Su…
Q92Consider the following minerals:
1. Bentonite
2. Chromite
3. Kyanite
4. Sillimanite
In India, which of the above is/are…
EasyMining, Critical Mineral…
Agriculture15 Q
Q59Consider the following statements:
1. In terms of short-term credit delivery to the agriculture sector, District Central…
MediumAgricultural Credit, Rur…
Q61In India, which of the following can be considered as public investment in agriculture?
1. Fixing Minimum Support Price…
MediumFarmer Welfare, Income S…
Q63Which of the following factors/policies were affecting the price of rice in India in the recent past?
1. Minimum Support…
MediumMinimum Support Price, P…
Q66Under the Kisan Credit Card scheme, short-term credit support is given to farmers for which of the following purposes?
1…
MediumAgricultural Credit, Rur…
Q69Consider the following statements:
1. In the case of all cereals, pulses and oil-seeds, the procurement at Minimum Suppo…
MediumMinimum Support Price, P…
Q80What is the use of biochar in farming?
1. Biochar can be used as a part of the growing medium in vertical farming.
2. Wh…
MediumSoil Fertility, Nutrient…
Q83What is/are the advantage/advantages of zero tillage in agriculture?
1. Sowing of wheat is possible without burning the…
MediumConservation Agriculture…
Q86With reference to pulse production in India, consider the following statements:
1. Black gram can be cultivated as both…
MediumPulses and Oilseeds
Q87“The crop is subtropical in nature. A hard frost is injurious to it. It requires at least 210 frost-free days and 50 to…
MediumSugar, Fibre and Industr…
Q88With reference to solar water pumps, consider the following statements:
1. Solar power can be used for running surface p…
MediumFarm Energy, Pumps and A…
Q89With reference to the current trends in the cultivation of sugarcane in India, consider the following statements:
1. A s…
MediumSugar, Fibre and Industr…
Q90In the context of India, which of the following is/are considered to be practice(s) of eco-friendly agriculture?
1. Crop…
MediumSustainable and Climate-…
Q91What are the advantages of fertigation in agriculture?
1. Controlling the alkalinity of irrigation water is possible.
2.…
MediumFertilisers and Integrat…
Q94With reference to chemical fertilizers in India, consider the following statements:
1. At present, the retail price of c…
MediumFertilisers and Integrat…
Q98Consider the following statements:
1. 36% of India's districts are classified as “overexploited” or “critical” by the Ce…
MediumAgricultural Groundwater…
Environment & Ecology13 Q
Q48Which of the following are the reasons/factors for exposure to benzene pollution?
1. Automobile exhaust
2. Tobacco smoke…
MediumToxic Chemicals, Pestici…
Q72With reference to Indian elephants, consider the following statements:
1. The leader of an elephant group is a female.
2…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q73Which of the following Protected Areas are located in Cauvery basin?
1. Nagarhole National Park
2. Papikonda National Pa…
MediumNational Parks and Wildl…
Q74With reference to India's biodiversity, Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated re…
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q75Which one of the following protected areas is well-known for the conservation of a sub-species of the Indian swamp deer…
MediumSpecies Recovery and Rei…
Q76Steel slag can be the material for which of the following?
1. Construction of base road
2. Improvement of agricultural s…
MediumCircular Economy, Resour…
Q77Which of the following are the most likely places to find the musk deer in its natural habitat?
1. Askot Wildlife Sanctu…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q78In rural road construction, the use of which of the following is preferred for ensuring environmental sustainability or…
MediumSustainable Transport, B…
Q79Consider the following statements:
1. Coal ash contains arsenic, lead and mercury.
2. Coal-fired power plants release su…
MediumIndustrial Pollution Con…
Q81If a particular plant species is placed under Schedule VI of The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, what is the implication?
EasyWildlife Protection Law …
Q85Which one of the following statements best describes the term ‘Social Cost of Carbon’?
It is a measure, in monetary valu…
EasyCarbon Pricing, Markets …
Q95With reference to India's Desert National Park, which of the following statements are correct?
1. It is spread over two…
MediumNational Parks and Wildl…
Q100Among the following Tiger Reserves, which one has the largest area under “Critical Tiger Habitat”?
EasyTiger Reserves, Elephant…
Science & Technology11 Q
Q37In the context of recent advances in human reproductive technology, "Pronuclear Transfer" is used for
EasyGene Editing, Gene Thera…
Q38With the present state of development, Artificial Intelligence can effectively do which of the following?
1. Bring down…
MediumArtificial Intelligence,…
Q39With reference to Visible Light Communication (VLC) technology, which of the following statements are correct?
1. VLC us…
MediumOptical Fibre and Data T…
Q40With reference to "Blockchain Technology", consider the following statements:
1. It is a public ledger that everyone can…
MediumBlockchain and Distribut…
Q41With reference to carbon nanotubes, consider the following statements:
1. They can be used as carriers of drugs and anti…
MediumNanotechnology, Composit…
Q42Consider the following activities:
1. Spraying pesticides on a crop field
2. Inspecting the craters of active volcanoes…
MediumRobotics, Automation and…
Q43"The experiment will employ a trio of spacecraft flying in formation in the shape of an equilateral triangle that has si…
MediumAstronomy, Cosmology and…
Q44Consider the following statements:
1. Genetic changes can be introduced in the cells that produce eggs or sperms of a pr…
MediumGene Editing, Gene Thera…
Q45What is the importance of using Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines in India?
1. These vaccines are effective against pneumo…
MediumImmunity, Vaccines and I…
Q46In India, the term "Public Key Infrastructure" is used in the context of
EasyCybersecurity, Encryptio…
Q47Which of the following statements are correct regarding the general difference between plant and animal cells?
1. Plant…
MediumCell Biology and Biomole…
Geography5 Q
Q53The term ‘West Texas Intermediate’, sometimes found in news, refers to a grade of
EasyConventional Energy Reso…
Q68Consider the following pairs:
River : Flows into
1. Mekong : Andaman Sea
2. Thames : Irish Sea
3. Volga : Caspian Sea
4.…
MediumWorld Rivers, Lakes and …
Q93With reference to Ocean Mean Temperature (OMT), which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. OMT is measured up…
MediumENSO, IOD and Ocean-Atmo…
Q96Siachen Glacier is situated to the
EasyHimalayas and Trans-Hima…
Q99Consider the following statements:
1. Jet streams occur in the Northern Hemisphere only.
2. Only some cyclones develop a…
MediumTropical Cyclones and We…
International Relations4 Q
Q10Consider the following pairs:
International agreement/set-up : Subject
1. Alma-Ata Declaration : Healthcare of the peopl…
MediumTreaties, Agreements and…
Q55In India, why are some nuclear reactors kept under "IAEA Safeguards" while others are not?
EasyNuclear Security, Non-Pr…
Q64Consider the following statements:
1. The value of Indo-Sri Lanka trade has consistently increased in the last decade.
2…
MediumNeighbourhood First, Cro…
Q65In which one of the following groups are all the four countries members of G20?
EasyG20, G7 and Global Summi…
Prelims 2019
100 questionsEconomy22 Q
Q3The Global Competitiveness Report is published by the
EasyEconomic Growth and Deve…
Q19Atal Innovation Mission is set up under the
EasyPlanning, NITI Aayog and…
Q24In a given year in India, official poverty lines are higher in some States than in others because
EasyPoverty and Development …
Q48Consider the following statements:
1. Coal sector was nationalized by the Government of India under Indira Gandhi.
2. No…
MediumMining, Critical Mineral…
Q60Consider the following statements:
As per the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Central (Amendment) Rules, 2018
1.…
MediumLabour Markets, Wages an…
Q61The Service Area Approach was implemented under the purview of
EasyFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q62With reference to the management of minor minerals in India, consider the following statements:
1. Sand is a 'minor mine…
MediumMining, Critical Mineral…
Q63Consider the following statements:
1. Most of India's external debt is owed by governmental entities.
2. All of India's…
MediumFDI, FPI and External Co…
Q64Which of the following is not included in the assets of a commercial bank in India?
EasyBank Types, Structure an…
Q65In the context of India, which of the following factors is/are contributor/contributors to reducing the risk of a curren…
MediumForeign Exchange Reserve…
Q67Which of the following is issued by registered foreign portfolio investors to overseas investors who want to be part of…
EasyFDI, FPI and External Co…
Q70With reference to India's Five-Year Plans, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. From the Second Five-Yea…
MediumPlanning, NITI Aayog and…
Q71With reference to Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), consider the following statements:
1. AIIB has more than…
MediumInternational Financial …
Q72What was the purpose of Inter-Creditor Agreement signed by Indian banks and financial institutions recently?
EasyNPAs, Insolvency and Res…
Q73The Chairmen of public sector banks are selected by the
EasyBanking Regulation and P…
Q76Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017?
1. Pregnant wome…
MediumLabour Markets, Wages an…
Q77Which one of the following is not a sub-index of the World Bank's 'Ease of Doing Business Index'?
EasyEconomic Growth and Deve…
Q80In the context of any country, which one of the following would be considered as part of its social capital?
EasyEconomic Growth and Deve…
Q82Consider the following statements:
1. Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) exchange rates are calculated by comparing the price…
MediumNominal, Real and Per-Ca…
Q86Which one of the following is not the most likely measure the Government/RBI takes to stop the slide of Indian rupee?
EasyExchange Rates and Curre…
Q87Consider the following statements:
The Reserve Bank of India's recent directives relating to 'Storage of Payment System…
MediumDigital Payments and Set…
Q90The money multiplier in an economy increases with which one of the following?
EasyMoney Creation, Credit a…
Environment & Ecology17 Q
Q18Which one of the following National Parks lies completely in the temperate alpine zone?
EasyNational Parks and Wildl…
Q22Consider the following statements:
1. Asiatic lion is naturally found in India only.
2. Double-humped camel is naturally…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q25In the context of which of the following do some scientists suggest the use of cirrus cloud thinning technique and the i…
EasyClimate Mitigation Pathw…
Q26In the context of which one of the following are the terms ‘pyrolysis and plasma gasification’ mentioned?
EasyMunicipal Solid Waste an…
Q27Which of the following are in Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve?
EasyBiosphere Reserves and U…
Q28Consider the following statements:
1. Some species of turtles are herbivores.
2. Some species of fish are herbivores.
3.…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q29Consider the following pairs:
Wildlife : Naturally found in
1. Blue-finned Mahseer : Cauvery River
2. Irrawaddy Dolphin…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q30Why is there a great concern about the ‘microbeads’ that are released into environment?
EasyPlastic and Microplastic…
Q31Recently, there was a growing awareness in our country about the importance of Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia…
EasyEcosystem Services and N…
Q35Consider the following:
1. Carbon monoxide
2. Methane
3. Ozone
4. Sulphur dioxide
Which of the above are released into…
EasyAmbient Air Pollution an…
Q39In India, the use of carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate and triazophos is viewed with apprehension. These chemicals a…
EasyToxic Chemicals, Pestici…
Q40Consider the following statements:
1. Under Ramsar Convention, it is mandatory on the part of the Government of India to…
MediumRamsar Convention and In…
Q55Consider the following statements:
1. As per recent amendment to the Indian Forest Act, 1927, forest dwellers have the r…
MediumForest Conservation Law …
Q58Consider the following statements:
The Environment Protection Act, 1986 empowers the Government of India to
1. state the…
MediumEnvironment Protection A…
Q59As per the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 in India, which one of the following statements is correct?
EasyMunicipal Solid Waste an…
Q68Consider the following statements:
1. As per law, the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority…
MediumForest Conservation Law …
Q78In India, 'extended producer responsibility' was introduced as an important feature in which of the following?
EasySustainable Development …
History & Culture16 Q
Q1With reference to Mughal India, what is/are the difference/differences between Jagirdar and Zamindar?
1. Jagirdars were…
MediumMughal Empire and Admini…
Q4Consider the following statements about 'the Charter Act of 1813':
1. It ended the trade monopoly of the East India Comp…
MediumConstitutional Developme…
Q5With reference to Swadeshi Movement, consider the following statements:
1. It contributed to the revival of the indigeno…
MediumSwadeshi, Boycott and Ho…
Q6Consider the following pairs:
Movement/Organization : Leader
1. All India Anti-Untouchability League : Mahatma Gandhi
2.…
MediumSocio-Religious Reform M…
Q7Which one of the following is not a Harappan site?
EasyIndus Valley Civilizatio…
Q8In which of the following relief sculpture inscriptions is 'Ranyo Ashoka' (King Ashoka) mentioned along with the stone p…
EasyMauryan Empire and Admin…
Q9Consider the following:
1. Deification of the Buddha
2. Treading the path of Bodhisattvas
3. Image worship and rituals…
EasyBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q10With reference to forced labour (Vishti) in India during the Gupta period, which one of the following statements is corr…
EasyGupta Age and Administra…
Q11Building 'Kalyaana Mandapas' was a notable feature in the temple construction in the kingdom of
EasyArchitecture, Temples an…
Q12Consider the following statements:
1. In the revenue administration of Delhi Sultanate, the in-charge of revenue collect…
MediumDelhi Sultanate and Earl…
Q13Consider the following statements:
1. Saint Nimbarka was a contemporary of Akbar.
2. Saint Kabir was greatly influenced…
MediumBhakti and Sufi Traditio…
Q14With reference to the British colonial rule in India, consider the following statements:
1. Mahatma Gandhi was instrumen…
MediumGandhian Satyagrahas and…
Q15With reference to Indian National Movement, consider the following pairs:
Person : Position held
1. Sir Tej Bahadur Sapr…
MediumOrganisations, Personali…
Q16With reference to Mian Tansen, which one of the following statements is not correct?
EasyMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q17Who among the following Mughal Emperors shifted emphasis from illustrated manuscripts to album and individual portrait?
EasySculpture, Painting and …
Q21Which one of the following groups of plants was domesticated in the 'New World' and introduced into the 'Old World'?
EasyEuropean Arrival, Trade …
Polity & Governance14 Q
Q45Consider the following statements:
1. The 44th Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced an Article placing the…
MediumBasic Structure, Constit…
Q46Consider the following statements:
1. The motion to impeach a Judge of the Supreme Court of India cannot be rejected by…
HardJudicial Appointments, R…
Q47The Ninth Schedule was introduced in the Constitution of India during the prime ministership of
EasyConstitutional Amendment…
Q49Consider the following statements:
1. The Parliament (Prevention of Disqualification) Act, 1959 exempts several posts fr…
MediumQualifications, Disquali…
Q50Under which Schedule of the Constitution of India can the transfer of tribal land to private parties for mining be decla…
EasyFifth and Sixth Schedule…
Q51Consider the following statements about Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India:
1. PVTGs reside in 18 St…
MediumSocial Justice, Inclusio…
Q52With reference to the Constitution of India, prohibitions or limitations or provisions contained in ordinary laws cannot…
MediumSupreme Court - Jurisdic…
Q53With reference to the Legislative Assembly of a State in India, consider the following statements:
1. The Governor makes…
MediumState Legislature and Le…
Q56Which Article of the Constitution of India safeguards one's right to marry the person of one's choice?
EasyFundamental Rights
Q66Which one of the following suggested that the Governor should be an eminent person from outside the State and should be…
MediumGovernor - Appointment, …
Q69In India, which of the following review the independent regulators in sectors like telecommunications, insurance, electr…
MediumParliamentary Committees…
Q74Consider the following statements:
1. Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) is the first regulatory body se…
MediumSector Regulators and Re…
Q81With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following statements:
1. No High Court shall have the jurisdic…
MediumJudicial Review, PIL and…
Q85In the context of polity, which one of the following would you accept as the most appropriate definition of liberty?
EasyPreamble and Constitutio…
Science & Technology12 Q
Q43In the context of proposals to the use of hydrogen-enriched CNG (H-CNG) as fuel for buses in public transport, consider…
MediumElectric, Hybrid, Fuel-C…
Q75With reference to communication technologies, what is/are the difference/differences between LTE (Long-Term Evolution) a…
MediumTelecommunication, Mobil…
Q91In the context of digital technologies for entertainment, consider the following statements:
1. In Augmented Reality (AR…
MediumInternet of Things, Sens…
Q92The word 'Denisovan' is sometimes mentioned in media in reference to
EasyEvolution, Classificatio…
Q93With reference to the recent developments in science, which one of the following statements is not correct?
EasyGene Editing, Gene Thera…
Q94Consider the following statements:
A digital signature is
1. an electronic record that identifies the certifying authori…
MediumCybersecurity, Encryptio…
Q95In the context of wearable technology, which of the following tasks is/are accomplished by wearable devices?
1. Location…
MediumInternet of Things, Sens…
Q96'RNA interference (RNAi)' technology has gained popularity in the last few years. Why?
1. It is used in developing gene…
MediumGenetics, Heredity and G…
Q97Recently, scientists observed the merger of giant 'blackholes' billions of light-years away from the Earth. What is the…
EasyAstronomy, Cosmology and…
Q98Which of the following are the reasons for the occurrence of multi-drug resistance in microbial pathogens in India?
1. G…
MediumPublic Health Technology…
Q99What is Cas9 protein that is often mentioned in news?
EasyGene Editing, Gene Thera…
Q100Which one of the following statements is not correct?
EasyBacterial, Fungal and Pa…
Geography9 Q
Q20On 21st June, the Sun
EasyEarth Motions, Rotation,…
Q23Consider the following pairs:
Famous place : River
1. Pandharpur : Chandrabhaga
2. Tiruchirappalli : Cauvery
3. Hampi :…
EasyIndian Drainage, River B…
Q32For the measurement/estimation of which of the following are satellite images/remote sensing data used?
1. Chlorophyll c…
MediumRemote Sensing, GIS and …
Q33Consider the following States:
1. Chhattisgarh
2. Madhya Pradesh
3. Maharashtra
4. Odisha
With reference to the States m…
MediumForest Types and Vegetat…
Q34Which of the following statements are correct about the deposits of ‘methane hydrate’?
1. Global warming might trigger t…
MediumConventional Energy Reso…
Q36Consider the following pairs:
Sea : Bordering country
1. Adriatic Sea : Albania
2. Black Sea : Croatia
3. Caspian Sea :…
MediumWorld Seas, Straits, Gul…
Q38Consider the following pairs:
Glacier : River
1. Bandarpunch : Yamuna
2. Bara Shigri : Chenab
3. Milam : Mandakini
4. Si…
MediumHimalayas and Trans-Hima…
Q42What is common to the places known as Aliyar, Isapur and Kangsabati?
EasyWater Resources, Dams an…
Q44Why are dewdrops not formed on a cloudy night?
EasyInsolation, Heat Budget …
Agriculture7 Q
Q2With reference to land reforms in independent India, which one of the following statements is correct?
EasyLand Reform, Tenancy, Le…
Q37Among the following, which one is the largest exporter of rice in the world in the last five years?
EasyAgricultural Exports, Im…
Q41Consider the following statements:
1. Agricultural soils release nitrogen oxides into environment.
2. Cattle release amm…
MediumAgricultural Emissions, …
Q57Consider the following statements:
1. According to the Indian Patents Act, a biological process to create a seed can be…
MediumPlant Variety Protection…
Q79The economic cost of food grains to the Food Corporation of India is Minimum Support Price and bonus (if any) paid to th…
EasyBuffer Stocks, Public Di…
Q83With reference to the cultivation of Kharif crops in India in the last five years, consider the following statements:
1.…
MediumCrop Production, Product…
Q84Among the agricultural commodities imported by India, which one of the following accounts for the highest imports in ter…
EasyAgricultural Exports, Im…
International Relations3 Q
Q54Consider the following statements:
1. The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) has a 'Protocol against t…
MediumHuman Rights and Interna…
Q88Which of the following adopted a law on data protection and privacy for its citizens known as 'General Data Protection R…
MediumTechnology Diplomacy, AI…
Q89Recently, India signed a deal known as 'Action Plan for Prioritization and Implementation of Cooperation Areas in the Nu…
EasyIndia-Russia Relations
Prelims 2018
100 questionsHistory & Culture22 Q
Q11He wrote biographies of Mazzini, Garibaldi, Shivaji and Shrikrishna; stayed in America for some time; and was also elect…
EasyOrganisations, Personali…
Q19Regarding Wood's Dispatch, which of the following statements are true?
1. Grants-in-Aid system was introduced.
2. Establ…
MediumEducation, Press and Pub…
Q22Consider the following pairs:
Tradition : State
1. Chapchar Kut festival : Mizoram
2. Khongjom Parba ballad : Manipur
3.…
MediumFestivals, Crafts and Li…
Q38In the Federation established by The Government of India Act of 1935, residuary powers were given to the
EasyConstitutional Developme…
Q42The well-known painting "Bani Thani" belongs to the
EasySculpture, Painting and …
Q44With reference to cultural history of India, consider the following statements:
1. Most of the Tyagaraja Kritis are devo…
MediumMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q51After the Santhal Uprising subsided, what was/were the measure/measures taken by the colonial government?
1. The territo…
MediumTribal, Peasant and Civi…
Q52Economically, one of the results of the British rule in India in the 19th century was the
EasyColonial Economy, Land R…
Q54Consider the following pairs:
Craft : Heritage of
1. Puthukkuli shawls : Tamil Nadu
2. Sujni embroidery : Maharashtra
3.…
MediumFestivals, Crafts and Li…
Q68The staple commodities of export by the English East India Company from Bengal in the middle of the 18th century were
EasyEuropean Arrival, Trade …
Q69Which one of the following is a very significant aspect of the Champaran Satyagraha?
EasyGandhian Satyagrahas and…
Q70Who among the following were the founders of the “Hind Mazdoor Sabha” established in 1948?
EasyOrganisations, Personali…
Q71With reference to the religious practices in India, the “Sthanakvasi” sect belongs to
EasyBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q72With reference to the cultural history of India, consider the following statements:
1. White marble was used in making B…
MediumArchitecture, Temples an…
Q73Which one of the following foreign travellers elaborately discussed about diamonds and diamond mines of India?
EasyMedieval Sources, Travel…
Q74With reference to Indian history, who among the following is a future Buddha, yet to come to save the world?
EasyBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q75Which one of the following statements does not apply to the system of Subsidiary Alliance introduced by Lord Wellesley?
EasyEuropean Arrival, Trade …
Q76Which of the following led to the introduction of English Education in India?
1. Charter Act of 1813
2. General Committe…
MediumEducation, Press and Pub…
Q79In 1920, which of the following changed its name to “Swarajya Sabha”?
EasySwadeshi, Boycott and Ho…
Q80Which among the following events happened earliest?
EasyEducation, Press and Pub…
Q89With reference to educational institutions during colonial rule in India, consider the following pairs:
Institution : Fo…
MediumEducation, Press and Pub…
Q91Consider the following events:
1. The first democratically elected communist party government formed in a State in India…
MediumPartition, Independence …
Economy20 Q
Q6Which one of the following best describes the term "Merchant Discount Rate" sometimes seen in news?
EasyDigital Payments and Set…
Q8With reference to India's decision to levy an equalization tax of 6% on online advertisement services offered by non-res…
MediumDirect Taxes and Income …
Q9Consider the following statements:
1. The Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Review Committee Report has…
MediumFiscal Deficits, Public …
Q15Which one of the following links all the ATMs in India?
EasyDigital Payments and Set…
Q16Consider the following statements:
1. Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) is the amount that banks have to maintain in the form…
MediumBanking Regulation and P…
Q21Consider the following statements:
1. As per the Right to Education (RTE) Act, to be eligible for appointment as a teach…
MediumEducation, Skills and Hu…
Q27Consider the following statements:
1. In India, State Governments do not have the power to auction non-coal mines.
2. An…
MediumMining, Critical Mineral…
Q28With reference to digital payments, consider the following statements:
1. BHIM app allows the user to transfer money to…
MediumUPI, Cross-Border Paymen…
Q30International Labour Organization’s Conventions 138 and 182 are related to
EasyLabour Markets, Wages an…
Q46Which one of the following statements correctly describes the meaning of legal tender money?
EasyMoney, Currency and Mone…
Q47If a commodity is provided free to the public by the Government, then
EasyCore Economic Concepts a…
Q48Increase in absolute and per capita real GNP do not connote a higher level of economic development, if
EasyInclusive Growth and Ine…
Q49Consider the following statements:
Human capital formation as a concept is better explained in terms of a process which…
MediumEducation, Skills and Hu…
Q50Despite being a high saving economy, capital formation may not result in significant increase in output due to
EasySavings, Investment and …
Q56Consider the following statements:
1. The Reserve Bank of India manages and services Government of India Securities but…
MediumBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q67With reference to solar power production in India, consider the following statements:
1. India is the third largest in t…
MediumRenewable Energy Economi…
Q78With reference to Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, consider the following statements:
1. It is the flagship scheme o…
MediumEducation, Skills and Hu…
Q83The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), a UN mechanism to assist countries transition towards greener and mo…
EasyGreen Growth and Circula…
Q96With reference to the governance of public sector banking in India, consider the following statements:
1. Capital infusi…
MediumBanking Regulation and P…
Q97Consider the following items:
1. Cereal grains hulled
2. Chicken eggs cooked
3. Fish processed and canned
4. Newspapers…
MediumIndirect Taxes, GST and …
Polity & Governance15 Q
Q1Consider the following statements:
1. In the first Lok Sabha, the single largest party in the opposition was the Swatant…
MediumParliament Composition, …
Q5Consider the following statements:
1. The Parliament of India can place a particular law in the Ninth Schedule of the Co…
MediumParts, Schedules, Articl…
Q12Consider the following statements:
1. Aadhaar card can be used as a proof of citizenship or domicile.
2. Once issued, Aa…
MediumE-Governance and Digital…
Q14"Rule of Law Index" is released by which of the following?
EasyBasic Structure, Constit…
Q17The identity platform 'Aadhaar' provides open "Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)". What does it imply?
1. It can…
MediumE-Governance and Digital…
Q20With reference to the Parliament of India, which of the following Parliamentary Committees scrutinizes and reports to th…
MediumParliamentary Committees…
Q31Regarding Money Bill, which of the following statements is not correct?
EasyLegislative Process and …
Q32With reference to the election of the President of India, consider the following statements:
1. The value of the vote of…
MediumPresident - Election, Te…
Q36Which of the following is/are the aim/aims of “Digital India” Plan of the Government of India?
1. Formation of India’s o…
MediumE-Governance and Digital…
Q39Consider the following statements:
1. The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly shall vacate his/her office if he/she ceas…
MediumState Legislature and Le…
Q40Which one of the following reflects the most appropriate relationship between law and liberty?
EasyBasic Structure, Constit…
Q41Consider the following statements:
1. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted against the Governor of a State in any…
MediumGovernor - Appointment, …
Q45Which of the following are regarded as the main features of the "Rule of Law"?
1. Limitation of powers
2. Equality befor…
MediumBasic Structure, Constit…
Q53If the President of India exercises his power as provided under Article 356 of the Constitution in respect of a particul…
EasyEmergency Provisions
Q92Right to Privacy is protected as an intrinsic part of Right to Life and Personal Liberty. Which of the following in the…
MediumFundamental Rights
Science & Technology12 Q
Q2Which of the following leaf modifications occur(s) in the desert areas to inhibit water loss?
1. Hard and waxy leaves
2.…
MediumBiological Adaptation an…
Q26India enacted The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 in order to comply with the…
EasyIntellectual Property, S…
Q43What is “Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD)”, sometimes seen in the news?
EasyMissiles, Guidance and S…
Q55In which of the following areas can GPS technology be used?
1. Mobile phone operations
2. Banking operations
3. Controll…
MediumSatellite Navigation, Po…
Q58The terms ‘WannaCry, Petya and EternalBlue’ sometimes mentioned in the news recently are related to
EasyCybersecurity, Encryptio…
Q61With reference to the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), consider the following statements:
1. IRNSS h…
MediumSatellite Navigation, Po…
Q62Consider the following phenomena:
1. Light is affected by gravity.
2. The Universe is constantly expanding.
3. Matter wa…
MediumAstronomy, Cosmology and…
Q64Consider the following pairs:
Terms sometimes seen in news : Context/Topic
1. Belle II experiment : Artificial Intellige…
MediumBlockchain and Distribut…
Q65Which of the following statements best describes "carbon fertilization"?
EasyPlant Structure and Phys…
Q66When the alarm of your smartphone rings in the morning, you wake up and tap it to stop the alarm which causes your geyse…
HardInternet of Things, Sens…
Q84“3D printing” has applications in which of the following?
1. Preparation of confectionery items
2. Manufacture of bionic…
MediumNanotechnology, Composit…
Q95With reference to India’s satellite launch vehicles, consider the following statements:
1. PSLVs launch the satellites u…
MediumLaunch Vehicles, Propuls…
Agriculture11 Q
Q3As per the NSSO 70th Round "Situation Assessment Survey of Agricultural Households", consider the following statements:…
MediumAgricultural Policy, Dat…
Q10Consider the following statements:
1. The quantity of imported edible oils is more than the domestic production of edibl…
MediumAgricultural Exports, Im…
Q23Consider the following statements:
1. The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 replaced the Prevention of Food Adulterati…
MediumFood Safety, Quality Con…
Q25With reference to the provisions made under the National Food Security Act, 2013, consider the following statements:
1.…
MediumBuffer Stocks, Public Di…
Q35With reference to the ‘Global Alliance for Climate-Smart Agriculture (GACSA)’, which of the following statements is/are…
MediumSustainable and Climate-…
Q59With reference to the circumstances in Indian agriculture, the concept of “Conservation Agriculture” assumes significanc…
MediumConservation Agriculture…
Q63With reference to the Genetically Modified mustard (GM mustard) developed in India, consider the following statements:
1…
MediumGenetic Engineering and …
Q82With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements:
1. A high content of organic matter in soil dra…
MediumSoil-Crop Relations and …
Q93Consider the following:
1. Areca nut
2. Barley
3. Coffee
4. Finger millet
5. Groundnut
6. Sesamum
7.Turmeric
The Cabinet…
MediumMinimum Support Price, P…
Q99Consider the following:
1. Birds
2. Dust blowing
3. Rain
4. Wind blowing
Which of the above spread plant diseases?
EasyPesticides and Integrate…
Q100With reference to organic farming in India, consider the following statements:
1. ‘The National Programme for Organic Pr…
MediumOrganic, Natural and Low…
Geography8 Q
Q13Which of the following has/have shrunk immensely/dried up in the recent past due to human activities?
1. Aral Sea
2. Bla…
MediumWorld Rivers, Lakes and …
Q29Among the following cities, which one lies on a longitude closest to that of Delhi?
EasyLatitude, Longitude, Tim…
Q37Consider the following pairs:
Towns sometimes mentioned in news : Country
1. Aleppo : Syria
2. Kirkuk : Yemen
3. Mosul :…
MediumCountries, Borders and P…
Q57Consider the following statements:
1. The Earth's magnetic field has reversed every few hundred thousand years.
2. When…
MediumEarth Origin, Interior a…
Q77Which one of the following is an artificial lake?
EasyIndian Lakes, Wetlands a…
Q81Which of the following is/are the possible consequence/s of heavy sand mining in riverbeds?
1. Decreased salinity in the…
MediumFluvial Processes and La…
Q85Consider the following statements:
1. The Barren Island volcano is an active volcano located in the Indian territory.
2.…
MediumVolcanism and Volcanic L…
Q90Consider the following pairs:
Regions sometimes mentioned in news : Country
1. Catalonia : Spain
2. Crimea : Hungary
3.…
MediumCountries, Borders and P…
Environment & Ecology7 Q
Q4How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)?
1. The NGT has been…
MediumEnvironmental Institutio…
Q60The term "sixth mass extinction/sixth extinction" is often mentioned in the news in the context of the discussion of
EasyBiodiversity Threats and…
Q86Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in news?
EasyInvasive Alien Species
Q87Consider the following statements:
1. Most of the world’s coral reefs are in tropical waters.
2. More than one-third of…
MediumCoral Reefs and Reef Eco…
Q88“Momentum for Change: Climate Neutral Now” is an initiative launched by
EasyUNFCCC, Kyoto, Paris and…
Q94In which one of the following States is Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary located?
EasyNational Parks and Wildl…
Q98Consider the following statements:
1. The definition of “Critical Wildlife Habitat” is incorporated in the Forest Rights…
MediumForest Conservation Law …
International Relations5 Q
Q7What is/are the consequence/consequences of a country becoming the member of the 'Nuclear Suppliers Group'?
1. It will h…
MediumNuclear Security, Non-Pr…
Q18Very recently, in which of the following countries have lakhs of people either suffered from severe famine/acute malnutr…
EasyArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q24The term “two-state solution” is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of
EasyArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q33In the Indian context, what is the implication of ratifying the ‘Additional Protocol’ with the ‘International Atomic Ene…
EasyNuclear Security, Non-Pr…
Q34Consider the following countries:
1. Australia
2. Canada
3. China
4. India
5. Japan
6. USA
Which of the above are among…
EasyRegional Economic Integr…
Prelims 2017
100 questionsPolity & Governance25 Q
Q1With reference to the Parliament of India, consider the following statements:
1. A private member's bill is a bill prese…
MediumLegislative Process and …
Q5One of the implications of equality in society is the absence of
EasyPreamble and Constitutio…
Q7Which principle among the following was added to the Directive Principles of State Policy by the 42nd Amendment to the C…
EasyDirective Principles of …
Q8Which one of the following statements is correct?
EasyFundamental Rights
Q16Local self-government can be best explained as an exercise in
EasyDevolution, Local Planni…
Q17Consider the following statements:
With reference to the Constitution of India, the Directive Principles of State Policy…
MediumDirective Principles of …
Q20With reference to the ‘Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988 (PBPT Act)’, consider the following stateme…
MediumMoney Laundering, Econom…
Q36Which of the following statements is/are true of the Fundamental Duties of an Indian citizen?
1. A legislative process h…
MediumFundamental Duties
Q38Which one of the following objectives is not embodied in the Preamble to the Constitution of India?
EasyPreamble and Constitutio…
Q42Democracy’s superior virtue lies in the fact that it calls into activity
EasySalient Features and Com…
Q46The main advantage of the parliamentary form of government is that
EasyPrime Minister, Council …
Q47In the context of India, which one of the following is the correct relationship between Rights and Duties?
EasyRights, DPSP and Duties …
Q48The mind of the makers of the Constitution of India is reflected in which of the following?
EasyPreamble and Constitutio…
Q50The Parliament of India exercises control over the functions of the Council of Ministers through
1. Adjournment motion
2…
MediumSessions, Motions and Pa…
Q57For election to the Lok Sabha, a nomination paper can be filed by
EasyQualifications, Disquali…
Q76Consider the following statements:
1. In the election for Lok Sabha or State Assembly, the winning candidate must get at…
MediumElectoral System, RPA an…
Q85In India, it is legally mandatory for which of the following to report on cyber security incidents?
1. Service providers…
MediumCybersecurity, Data Secu…
Q86Right to vote and to be elected in India is a
EasyElectoral System, RPA an…
Q89What is the aim of the programme ‘Unnat Bharat Abhiyan’?
EasyPublic Policy Design, Im…
Q90Consider the following statements:
1. The Election Commission of India is a five-member body.
2. Union Ministry of Home…
MediumElection Commission and …
Q92In India, Judicial Review implies
EasyJudicial Review, PIL and…
Q96Which of the following are not necessarily the consequences of the proclamation of the President’s rule in a State?
1. D…
MediumEmergency Provisions
Q97Which of the following are envisaged by the Right against Exploitation in the Constitution of India?
1. Prohibition of t…
MediumFundamental Rights
Q99Out of the following statements, choose the one that brings out the principle underlying the Cabinet form of Government:
EasyPrime Minister, Council …
Q100Which one of the following is not a feature of Indian federalism?
EasySalient Features and Com…
Economy17 Q
Q3'Recognition of Prior Learning Scheme' is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to
EasyEducation, Skills and Hu…
Q9Which of the following gives 'Global Gender Gap Index' ranking to the countries of the world?
EasyInclusive Growth and Ine…
Q11Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)?
1. It decides the RBI's…
MediumMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q23Which of the following are the objectives of ‘National Nutrition Mission’?
1. To create awareness relating to malnutriti…
MediumHealth, Nutrition and Hu…
Q27The term ‘Domestic Content Requirement’ is sometimes seen in the news with reference to
EasyRenewable Energy Economi…
Q29Who among the following can join the National Pension System (NPS)?
EasyFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q40What is the purpose of setting up of Small Finance Banks (SFBs) in India?
1. To supply credit to small business units
2.…
MediumBank Types, Structure an…
Q43Which of the following is a most likely consequence of implementing the ‘Unified Payments Interface (UPI)’?
EasyUPI, Cross-Border Paymen…
Q55With reference to ‘National Investment and Infrastructure Fund’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It…
MediumInfrastructure Finance, …
Q61With reference to ‘National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF)’, which of the statements given below is/are correct?…
MediumEducation, Skills and Hu…
Q63Consider the following in respect of ‘National Career Service’:
1. National Career Service is an initiative of the Depar…
MediumEmployment, Unemployment…
Q64Which of the following statements best describes the term ‘Scheme for Sustainable Structuring of Stressed Assets (S4A)’,…
EasyNPAs, Insolvency and Res…
Q77Which of the following has/have occurred in India after its liberalization of economic policies in 1991?
1. Share of agr…
MediumLiberalisation, Privatis…
Q79Consider the following statements:
1. National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) helps in promoting the financial inc…
MediumDigital Payments and Set…
Q81What is/are the most likely advantages of implementing ‘Goods and Services Tax (GST)’?
1. It will replace multiple taxes…
MediumIndirect Taxes, GST and …
Q88What is the purpose of ‘Vidyanjali Yojana’?
1. To enable the famous foreign educational institutions to open their campu…
MediumEducation, Skills and Hu…
Q94Consider the following statements:
1. Tax revenue as a percent of GDP of India has steadily increased in the last decade…
MediumFiscal Deficits, Public …
History & Culture14 Q
Q2With reference to the difference between the culture of Rigvedic Aryans and Indus Valley people, which of the following…
MediumVedic Age and Early Vedi…
Q12With reference to Manipuri Sankirtana, consider the following statements:
1. It is a song and dance performance.
2. Cymb…
MediumMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q13Who among the following was/were associated with the introduction of Ryotwari Settlement in India during the British rul…
MediumColonial Economy, Land R…
Q15The Trade Disputes Act of 1929 provided for
EasyBritish Administration a…
Q24Consider the following statements:
1. The Factories Act, 1881 was passed with a view to fix the wages of industrial work…
MediumBritish Administration a…
Q26The object of the Butler Committee of 1927 was to
EasyConstitutional Developme…
Q37Consider the following pairs:
1. Radhakanta Deb — First President of the British Indian Association
2. Gazulu Lakshminar…
MediumEducation, Press and Pub…
Q51Which one of the following was a very important seaport in the Kakatiya kingdom?
EasyHistorical Ports and Cul…
Q53With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements:
1. Sautrantika and Sammitiya were t…
MediumBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q62In the context of Indian history, the principle of ‘Dyarchy (diarchy)’ refers to
EasyConstitutional Developme…
Q69The painting of Bodhisattva Padmapani is one of the most famous and oft-illustrated paintings at
EasySculpture, Painting and …
Q70Consider the following pairs:
Traditions : Communities
1. Chaliha Sahib Festival : Sindhis
2. Nanda Raj Jaat Yatra : Gon…
MediumFestivals, Crafts and Li…
Q75Which of the following is/are famous for Sun temples?
1. Arasavalli
2. Amarakantak
3. Omkareshwar
Select the correct an…
EasyArchitecture, Temples an…
Q93With reference to Indian freedom struggle, consider the following events:
1. Mutiny in Royal Indian Navy
2. Quit India M…
MediumQuit India, INA and Revo…
Environment & Ecology14 Q
Q4From the ecological point of view, which one of the following assumes importance in being a good link between the Easter…
EasyWildlife Corridors, Conn…
Q6Consider the following statements in respect of Trade Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce (TRAFFIC):
1. TRAF…
MediumCITES, CMS and Internati…
Q14In the context of solving pollution problems, what is/are the advantage/advantages of bioremediation technique?
1. It is…
MediumIndustrial Pollution Con…
Q21Due to some reasons, if there is a huge fall in the population of species of butterflies, what could be its likely conse…
MediumSpecies Interactions and…
Q25In the context of mitigating the impending global warming due to anthropogenic emissions of carbon dioxide, which of the…
MediumCarbon Removal, Sequestr…
Q35According to the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, which of the following animals cannot be hunted by any person except u…
MediumWildlife Protection Law …
Q52With reference to ‘Global Climate Change Alliance’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is an initia…
MediumClimate Mitigation Pathw…
Q59Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) is a standard criterion for
EasyWater Pollution, Eutroph…
Q65Consider the following statements:
1. Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) to Reduce Short Lived Climate Pollutants is…
MediumClimate Mitigation Pathw…
Q67If you want to see gharials in their natural habitat, which one of the following is the best place to visit?
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q73Consider the following pairs:
Commonly used / consumed materials : Unwanted or controversial chemicals likely to be foun…
MediumToxic Chemicals, Pestici…
Q80The term ‘M-STrIPES’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
EasyTiger Reserves, Elephant…
Q91In India, if a species of tortoise is declared protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, what d…
EasyWildlife Protection Law …
Q95Recently there was a proposal to translocate some of the lions from their natural habitat in Gujarat to which one of the…
EasySpecies Recovery and Rei…
Science & Technology11 Q
Q10Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Smart India Hackathon 2017?
1. It is a centrally sponsored sc…
MediumInnovation, Start-ups an…
Q22It is possible to produce algae based biofuels, but what is/are the likely limitation(s) of developing countries in prom…
MediumBiofuels, Synthetic Fuel…
Q31Consider the following statements:
1. In tropical regions, Zika virus disease is transmitted by the same mosquito that t…
MediumViral Diseases and Antiv…
Q32Consider the following statements:
1. The Standard Mark of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is mandatory for automotive…
MediumIntellectual Property, S…
Q34With reference to the ‘National Intellectual Property Rights Policy’, consider the following statements:
1. It reiterate…
MediumIntellectual Property, S…
Q39With reference to ‘Quality Council of India (QCI)’, consider the following statements:
1. QCI was set up jointly by the…
MediumIntellectual Property, S…
Q44The terms ‘Event Horizon’, ‘Singularity’, ‘String Theory’ and ‘Standard Model’ are sometimes seen in the news in the con…
EasyAstronomy, Cosmology and…
Q45With reference to agriculture in India, how can the technique of ‘genome sequencing’, often seen in the news, be used in…
MediumGenomics, Proteomics and…
Q74Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) are used to create digital display in many devices. What are the advantages of OLE…
MediumElectronics, Microelectr…
Q78What is the application of Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer Technology?
EasyIndustrial, Agricultural…
Q87What is the purpose of ‘evolved Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (eLISA)’ project?
EasyAstronomy, Cosmology and…
International Relations9 Q
Q18The term ‘Digital Single Market Strategy’ seen in the news refers to
EasyRegional Economic Integr…
Q28Consider the following statements:
1. The Nuclear Security Summits are periodically held under the aegis of the United N…
MediumNuclear Security, Non-Pr…
Q41With reference to ‘Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Housing and Urban Development (APMCHUD)’, consider the followi…
MediumTreaties, Agreements and…
Q56The Global Infrastructure Facility is a/an
EasyInternational Developmen…
Q60With reference to the role of UN-Habitat in the United Nations programme working towards a better urban future, which of…
MediumUnited Nations Agencies,…
Q68Consider the following in respect of Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS):
1. Inaugural IONS was held in India in 2015 un…
MediumMaritime Security, Sea L…
Q82‘Broad-based Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA)’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of negotiations held be…
EasyIndia-European Union and…
Q83Consider the following statements:
1. India has ratified the Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) of WTO.
2. TFA is a part…
MediumGlobal Trade Governance,…
Q84What is the importance of developing Chabahar Port by India?
EasyMaritime Connectivity, P…
Geography7 Q
Q19At one of the places in India, if you stand on the seashore and watch the sea, you will find that the sea water recedes…
MediumWaves, Tides and Coastal…
Q30With reference to river Teesta, consider the following statements:
1. The source of river Teesta is the same as that of…
MediumIndian Drainage, River B…
Q49If you travel by road from Kohima to Kottayam, what is the minimum number of States within India through which you can t…
EasyStates, Union Territorie…
Q54Mediterranean Sea is a border of which of the following countries?
1. Jordan
2. Iraq
3. Lebanon
4. Syria
Select the cor…
EasyWorld Seas, Straits, Gul…
Q58Consider the following statements:
1. In India, the Himalayas are spread over five States only.
2. Western Ghats are spr…
MediumLocation, Extent and Phy…
Q66With reference to ‘Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD)’ sometimes mentioned in the news while forecasting Indian monsoon, which of…
MediumENSO, IOD and Ocean-Atmo…
Q98Which of the following is geographically closest to Great Nicobar?
EasyIslands, Peninsulas, Coa…
Agriculture3 Q
Q33What is/are the advantage/advantages of implementing the ‘National Agriculture Market’ scheme?
1. It is a pan-India elec…
MediumAPMC Mandis, e-NAM and P…
Q71Which of the following practices can help in water conservation in agriculture?
1. Reduced or zero tillage of the land
2…
MediumIrrigation Scheduling an…
Q72Consider the following statements:
The nation-wide ‘Soil Health Card Scheme’ aims at
1. expanding the cultivable area un…
MediumSoil Fertility, Nutrient…
Prelims 2016
100 questionsEconomy27 Q
Q2Which of the following is/are the indicator/indicators used by IFPRI to compute the Global Hunger Index Report?
1. Under…
MediumHealth, Nutrition and Hu…
Q3There has been a persistent deficit budget year after year. Which action/actions of the following can be taken by the Go…
MediumFiscal Deficits, Public …
Q4The establishment of 'Payment Banks' is being allowed in India to promote financial inclusion. Which of the following st…
MediumBank Types, Structure an…
Q7Which one of the following is a purpose of 'UDAY', a scheme of the Government?
EasyEnergy Infrastructure an…
Q8With reference to 'IFC Masala Bonds', sometimes seen in the news, which of the statements given below is/are correct?
1.…
MediumBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q11In the context of which of the following do you sometimes find the terms 'amber box, blue box and green box' in the news…
EasyForeign Trade, Trade Pol…
Q12Which of the following is/are included in the capital budget of the Government of India?
1. Expenditure on acquisition o…
MediumGovernment Budget, Recei…
Q14Recently, which one of the following currencies has been proposed to be added to the basket of IMF's SDR?
EasyInternational Financial …
Q15With reference to the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), consider the following statements :
1. IMFC…
MediumInternational Financial …
Q18Which of the following best describes the term 'import cover', sometimes seen in the news?
EasyForeign Exchange Reserve…
Q26With reference to 'Stand Up India Scheme', which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Its purpose is to promot…
MediumFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q29The term 'Core Banking Solutions' is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following statements best describes/descri…
MediumDigital Financial Infras…
Q36'Net metering' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of promoting the
EasyRenewable Energy Economi…
Q37India's ranking in the 'Ease of Doing Business Index' is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following has declared…
EasyIndustrial Policy, Manuf…
Q43What is/are the purpose/purposes of the 'Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR)' announced by RBI?
1. These gu…
MediumMoney Creation, Credit a…
Q56With reference to 'Financial Stability and Development Council', consider the following statements :
1. It is an organ o…
MediumDeposit Insurance and Fi…
Q60The term 'Base Erosion and Profit Shifting' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
EasyDirect Taxes and Income …
Q61Recently, India's first 'National Investment and Manufacturing Zone' was proposed to be set up in
EasyIndustrial Policy, Manuf…
Q62What is/are the purpose/purposes of 'District Mineral Foundations' in India?
1. Promoting mineral exploration activities…
MediumMining, Critical Mineral…
Q63'SWAYAM', an initiative of the Government of India, aims at
EasyEducation, Skills and Hu…
Q66With reference to 'Bitcoins', sometimes seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Bitcoins…
MediumCBDC, Crypto-assets and …
Q67Consider the following statements :
1. New Development Bank has been set up by APEC.
2. The headquarters of New Developm…
MediumInternational Financial …
Q71What is/are the purpose/purposes of Government's 'Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme' and 'Gold Monetization Scheme'?
1. To brin…
MediumBonds and Debt Instrumen…
Q73Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana is aimed at
EasyFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q75'Global Financial Stability Report' is prepared by the
EasyInternational Financial …
Q76Regarding 'Atal Pension Yojana', which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is a minimum guaranteed pension…
MediumFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q82'European Stability Mechanism', sometimes seen in the news, is an
EasyInternational Financial …
Environment & Ecology16 Q
Q6The term 'Intended Nationally Determined Contributions' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
EasyUNFCCC, Kyoto, Paris and…
Q13What is/are the importance/importances of the 'United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification'?
1. It aims to promo…
MediumUNCCD, Global Environmen…
Q22In which of the following regions of India are you most likely to come across the 'Great Indian Hornbill' in its natural…
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q23Which of the following are the key features of 'National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA)'?
1. River basin is the uni…
MediumEnvironmental Institutio…
Q30Consider the following pairs :
Terms sometimes seen in the news | Their origin
1. Annex-I Countries : Cartagena Protoco…
MediumUNFCCC, Kyoto, Paris and…
Q33Which of the following best describes/describe the aim of 'Green India Mission' of the Government of India?
1. Incorpora…
MediumEnvironmental Policies, …
Q52With reference to an initiative called 'The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)', which of the following sta…
MediumEcosystem Services and N…
Q53With reference to 'Red Sanders', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements :
1. It is a tree species…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q54Which of the following statements is/are correct?
Proper design and effective implementation of UN-REDD+ Programme can…
MediumClimate Mitigation Pathw…
Q55What is 'Greenhouse Gas Protocol'?
EasyEmission Sources, Invent…
Q57With reference to 'Agenda 21', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements :
1. It is a global action…
MediumSustainable Development …
Q68'Gadgil Committee Report' and 'Kasturirangan Committee Report', sometimes seen in the news, are related to
EasyEnvironmental Impact Ass…
Q81Consider the following statements :
1. The International Solar Alliance was launched at the United Nations Climate Chang…
MediumRenewable Energy and Ene…
Q86In the cities of our country, which among the following atmospheric gases are normally considered in calculating the val…
MediumAmbient Air Pollution an…
Q90Recently, for the first time in our country, which of the following States has declared a particular butterfly as 'State…
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q97With reference to the Agreement at the UNFCCC Meeting in Paris in 2015, which of the following statements is/are correct…
MediumUNFCCC, Kyoto, Paris and…
History & Culture16 Q
Q9Regarding the taxation system of Krishna Deva, the ruler of Vijayanagar, consider the following statements :
1. The tax…
MediumVijayanagara and Bahmani…
Q10Which one of the following books of ancient India has the love story of the son of the founder of Sunga dynasty?
EasyLiterature, Languages an…
Q17With reference to the cultural history of medieval India, consider the following statements :
1. Siddhas (Sittars) of Ta…
MediumBhakti and Sufi Traditio…
Q38Banjaras during the medieval period of Indian history were generally
EasyMedieval Economy and Soc…
Q39Who of the following had first deciphered the edicts of Emperor Ashoka?
EasyAncient Sources, Inscrip…
Q49The 'Swadeshi' and 'Boycott' were adopted as methods of struggle for the first time during the
EasySwadeshi, Boycott and Ho…
Q50With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements :
1. The concept of Bodhisattva is c…
MediumBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q58Satya Shodhak Samaj organized
EasySocio-Religious Reform M…
Q64The Montague-Chelmsford Proposals were related to
EasyConstitutional Developme…
Q65What is/are common to the two historical places known as Ajanta and Mahabalipuram?
1. Both were built in the same period…
MediumCaves, Rock-Cut Architec…
Q69Consider the following :
1. Calcutta Unitarian Committee
2. Tabernacle of New Dispensation
3. Indian Reform Association…
MediumSocio-Religious Reform M…
Q80In the context of the history of India, consider the following pairs :
Term | Description
1. Eripatti : Land, revenue f…
MediumMedieval Sources, Travel…
Q88With reference to the economic history of medieval India, the term 'Araghatta' refers to
EasyMedieval Economy and Soc…
Q89With reference to the cultural history of India, the memorizing of chronicles, dynastic histories and epic tales was the…
EasyAncient Economy, Society…
Q92What was the main reason for the split in the Indian National Congress at Surat in 1907?
EasySwadeshi, Boycott and Ho…
Q93The plan of Sir Stafford Cripps envisaged that after the Second World War
EasyConstitutional Developme…
Science & Technology12 Q
Q5With reference to 'LiFi', recently in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It uses light as th…
MediumTelecommunication, Mobil…
Q31In the context of the developments in Bioinformatics, the term 'transcriptome', sometimes seen in the news, refers to
EasyGenomics, Proteomics and…
Q32'Mission Indradhanush' launched by the Government of India pertains to
EasyImmunity, Vaccines and I…
Q35'Project Loon', sometimes seen in the news, is related to
EasyTelecommunication, Mobil…
Q46Which one of the following is the best description of 'INS Astradharini', that was in the news recently?
EasyNaval, Submarine and Mar…
Q47What is 'Greased Lightning–10 (GL–10)', recently in the news?
EasyElectric, Hybrid, Fuel-C…
Q59Which of the following statements is/are correct?
Viruses can infect
1. bacteria
2. fungi
3. plants
Select the correct…
EasyMicrobiology and Virolog…
Q78On which of the following can you find the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Star Label?
1. Ceiling fans
2. Electric geysers
3…
MediumPower Grids, Energy Effi…
Q79India is an important member of the 'International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor'. If this experiment succeeds, wha…
EasyNuclear Fusion and Plasm…
Q87With reference to 'Astrosat', the astronomical observatory launched by India, which of the following statements is/are c…
MediumIndian Space Missions an…
Q91Consider the following statements :
The Mangalyaan launched by ISRO
1. is also called the Mars Orbiter Mission
2. made…
MediumIndian Space Missions an…
Q99A recent movie titled The Man Who Knew Infinity is based on the biography of
EasyScientific Discoveries, …
International Relations9 Q
Q19Consider the following pairs :
Community sometimes mentioned in the news | In the affairs of
1. Kurd : Bangladesh
2. Ma…
MediumArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q20With reference to 'Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)', consider the following statements :
1.…
MediumArms Control, Disarmamen…
Q41With reference to the 'Trans-Pacific Partnership', consider the following statements :
1. It is an agreement among all t…
MediumRegional Economic Integr…
Q42Consider the following statements :
The India-Africa Summit
1. held in 2015 was the third such Summit
2. was actually i…
MediumIndia-Africa Relations
Q51'Doctors Without Borders (Medecins Sans Frontieres)', often in the news, is
EasyGlobal Humanitarian, Ref…
Q70Which of the following is not a member of 'Gulf Cooperation Council'?
EasyRegional Economic Integr…
Q72'Belt and Road Initiative' is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of
EasyInternational Transport …
Q77The term 'Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership' often appears in the news in the context of the affairs of a grou…
EasyRegional Economic Integr…
Q98Consider the following statements :
1. The Sustainable Development Goals were first proposed in 1972 by a global think t…
MediumSustainable Development …
Agriculture8 Q
Q21With reference to 'Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana', consider the following statements :
1. Under this scheme, farmers…
MediumCrop Insurance, Disaster…
Q24Why does the Government of India promote the use of 'Neem-coated Urea' in agriculture?
EasyFertilisers and Integrat…
Q27The FAO accords the status of 'Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)' to traditional agricultural syst…
MediumAgrobiodiversity, Tradit…
Q34With reference to pre-packaged items in India, it is mandatory to the manufacturer to put which of the following informa…
MediumFood Safety, Quality Con…
Q44What is/are unique about 'Kharai camel', a breed found in India?
1. It is capable of swimming up to three kilometres in…
MediumAnimal Husbandry Systems…
Q45Recently, our scientists have discovered a new and distinct species of banana plant which attains a height of about 11 m…
MediumFruits, Vegetables, Flor…
Q48With reference to 'Initiative for Nutritional Security through Intensive Millets Promotion', which of the following stat…
MediumCereals and Millets
Q83Which of the following is/are the advantage/advantages of practising drip irrigation?
1. Reduction in weed
2. Reduction…
MediumDrip, Sprinkler and Micr…
Polity & Governance7 Q
Q1Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. A Bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on its prorogation.
2. A Bil…
MediumLegislative Process and …
Q16'Rashtriya Garima Abhiyaan' is a national campaign to
EasySocial Justice, Inclusio…
Q25Consider the following statements :
1. The Chief Secretary in a State is appointed by the Governor of that State.
2. The…
MediumCivil Services and Admin…
Q40With reference to the 'Gram Nyayalaya Act', which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. As per the Act, Gram Ny…
MediumHigh Courts and Subordin…
Q84Regarding 'DigiLocker', sometimes seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is a digital…
MediumE-Governance and Digital…
Q95The Parliament of India acquires the power to legislate on any item in the State List in the national interest if a reso…
EasyCentre-State Legislative…
Q100Consider the following statements :
1. The minimum age prescribed for any person to be a member of Panchayat is 25 years…
MediumPanchayats and Rural Loc…
Geography5 Q
Q28Which of the following is/are tributary/tributaries of Brahmaputra?
1. Dibang
2. Kameng
3. Lohit
Select the correct ans…
EasyIndian Drainage, River B…
Q74In which of the following regions of India are shale gas resources found?
1. Cambay Basin
2. Cauvery Basin
3. Krishna-Go…
EasyConventional Energy Reso…
Q85Recently, linking of which of the following rivers was undertaken?
EasyWater Resources, Dams an…
Q94Consider the following pairs :
Famous place | Region
1. Bodhgaya : Baghelkhand
2. Khajuraho : Bundelkhand
3. Shirdi : V…
MediumStates, Union Territorie…
Q96Recently, which of the following States has explored the possibility of constructing an artificial inland port to be con…
EasyTransport Corridors, Por…
Prelims 2015
100 questionsEconomy17 Q
Q1'Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana' has been launched for
EasyFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q4A decrease in tax to GDP ratio of a country indicates which of the following?
1. Slowing economic growth rate
2. Less eq…
EasyGovernment Budget, Recei…
Q8In the 'Index of Eight Core Industries', which one of the following is given the highest weight?
EasyCore Industries, IIP and…
Q21Which one of the following issues the 'Global Economic Prospects' report periodically?
EasyInternational Financial …
Q22When the Reserve Bank of India reduces the Statutory Liquidity Ratio by 50 basis points,
which of the following is likel…
EasyMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q29Which of the following brings out the ‘Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial
Workers’?
EasyInflation, Price Indices…
Q34Convertibility of rupee implies
EasyExchange Rates and Curre…
Q42The Government of India has established NITI Aayog to replace the
EasyPlanning, NITI Aayog and…
Q58In India, the steel production industry requires the import of
EasyIndustrial Policy, Manuf…
Q65'Basel III Accord' or simply 'Basel III', often seen in the news, seeks to
EasyBanking Regulation and P…
Q81With reference to Indian economy, consider the following statements :
1. The rate of growth of Real Gross Domestic Produ…
MediumNominal, Real and Per-Ca…
Q86With reference to Indian economy, consider the following :
1. Bank rate
2. Open market operations
3. Public debt
4. Publ…
EasyMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q87With reference to inflation in India, which of the following statements is correct?
EasyMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q90The substitution of steel for wooden ploughs in agricultural production is an example of
EasyEconomic Growth and Deve…
Q94The problem of international liquidity is related to the non-availability of
EasyForeign Exchange Reserve…
Q98There has been a persistent deficit budget year after year. Which of the following actions
can be taken by the governmen…
MediumFiscal Deficits, Public …
Q100With reference to the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA),
which of the following statements is/a…
EasyRenewable Energy Economi…
History & Culture16 Q
Q16With reference to Rowlatt Satyagraha, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Rowlatt Act was based on…
MediumGandhian Satyagrahas and…
Q20Who of the following was/were economic critic/critics of colonialism in India?
1. Dadabhai Naoroji
2. G. Subramania Iyer…
EasyColonial Economy, Land R…
Q26With reference to Congress Socialist Party, consider the following statements :
1. It advocated the boycott of British g…
MediumOrganisations, Personali…
Q28The Government of India Act of 1919 clearly defined
EasyConstitutional Developme…
Q35Consider the following pairs :
Medieval Indian State Present Region
1. Champaka : Central India
2. Durgara : Jammu
3. Ku…
EasyEarly Medieval Regional …
Q39Which of the following kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha?
1. Avanti
2. Gandhara
3. Kosala
4. Magadha…
EasyBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q41Consider the following :
The arrival of Babur into India led to the
1. introduction of gunpowder in the subcontinent
2.…
MediumMughal Empire and Admini…
Q46Who of the following organized a march on the Tanjore coast to break the Salt Law in April
1930?
EasyCivil Disobedience, Roun…
Q47Who of the following founded a new city on the south bank of a tributary to river Krishna
and undertook to rule his new…
MediumVijayanagara and Bahmani…
Q48Consider the following statements :
1. The first woman President of the Indian National Congress was Sarojini Naidu.
2.…
EasyEarly Nationalism, Moder…
Q51With reference to the Cabinet Mission, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It recommended a federal gov…
MediumConstitutional Developme…
Q54With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the
following was made earliest?
EasySculpture, Painting and …
Q55With reference to Indian history, which of the following is/are the essential
element/elements of the feudal system?
1.…
MediumMedieval Economy and Soc…
Q68Which one of the following movements has contributed to a split in the Indian National
Congress resulting in the emergen…
EasySwadeshi, Boycott and Ho…
Q75Which one of the following was given classical language status recently?
EasyLiterature, Languages an…
Q96Kalamkari painting refers to
EasyRegional Art Forms and C…
Geography14 Q
Q5In the South Atlantic and South-Eastern Pacific regions in tropical latitudes, cyclone does not
originate. What is the r…
EasyTropical Cyclones and We…
Q6Which one of the following pairs of States of India indicates the easternmost and
westernmost State?
EasyLocation, Extent and Phy…
Q14What explains the eastward flow of the equatorial counter-current?
EasyOcean Currents, Gyres an…
Q15Consider the following pairs :
Place of Pilgrimage | Location
1. Srisailam : Nallamala Hills
2. Omkareshwar : Satmala Hi…
EasyPeninsular Plateau, Hill…
Q33The area known as ‘Golan Heights’ sometimes appears in the news in the context of the
events related to
EasyCountries, Borders and P…
Q36Consider the following rivers :
1. Vamsadhara
2. Indravati
3. Pranahita
4. Pennar
Which of the above are tributaries of…
EasyIndian Drainage, River B…
Q38Which one of the following regions of India has a combination of mangrove forest,
evergreen forest and deciduous forest?
EasyIndian Soils and Natural…
Q66Consider the following statements :
1. The winds which blow between 30° N and 60° S latitudes throughout the year are kn…
MediumPressure Belts, Planetar…
Q69In a particular region in India, the local people train the roots of living trees into robust
bridges across the streams…
EasyStates, Union Territorie…
Q70Tides occur in the oceans and seas due to which among the following?
1. Gravitational force of the Sun
2. Gravitational…
EasyWaves, Tides and Coastal…
Q72Consider the following States :
1. Arunachal Pradesh
2. Himachal Pradesh
3. Mizoram
In which of the above States do 'Tro…
EasyForest Types and Vegetat…
Q77Which one of the following countries of South-West Asia does not open out to the
Mediterranean Sea?
EasyCountries, Borders and P…
Q78In India, in which one of the following types of forests is teak a dominant tree species?
EasyForest Types and Vegetat…
Q80"Each day is more or less the same, the morning is clear and bright with a sea breeze; as the
Sun climbs high in the sky…
MediumGlobal Climate Types and…
Environment & Ecology14 Q
Q9Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation
that supports a rich biodivers…
EasyNational Parks and Wildl…
Q12With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources
(IUCN) and the Convention on…
MediumCITES, CMS and Internati…
Q18With reference to 'fly ash' produced by the power plants using coal as fuel, which of the
following statements is/are co…
MediumIndustrial Pollution Con…
Q19With reference to 'dugong', a mammal found in India, which of the following statements
is/are correct?
1. It is a herbiv…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q25Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?
EasyEndemic, Keystone, Flags…
Q40Which one of the following is associated with the issue of control and phasing out of the use
of ozone-depleting substan…
EasyMontreal Protocol, Vienn…
Q43What is Rio+20 Conference, often mentioned in the news?
EasySustainable Development …
Q49Which of the following statements regarding ‘Green Climate Fund’ is/are correct?
1. It is intended to assist the develop…
MediumUNCCD, Global Environmen…
Q52Which one of the following National Parks has a climate that varies from tropical to
subtropical, temperate and arctic?
EasyNational Parks and Wildl…
Q56'BioCarbon Fund Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes' is managed by the
EasyUNCCD, Global Environmen…
Q63The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee is constituted under the
EasyEnvironment Protection A…
Q74With reference to 'Forest Carbon Partnership Facility', which of the following statements
is/are correct?
1. It is a glo…
MediumUNCCD, Global Environmen…
Q76With reference to an organization known as 'BirdLife International', which of the following
statements is/are correct?
1…
MediumUNCCD, Global Environmen…
Q84Which one of the following is the best description of the term 'ecosystem'?
EasyEcosystem Structure and …
Polity & Governance13 Q
Q2With reference to the Fourteenth Finance Commission, which of the following statements
is/are correct?
1. It has increas…
MediumFiscal Federalism and Fi…
Q7Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy :
1. The Principles spell out the s…
EasyDirective Principles of …
Q27Consider the following statements :
1. The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or to amend a Money Bill.
2. The Ra…
MediumBudget and Financial Pro…
Q37When a bill is referred to a joint sitting of both the Houses of the Parliament, it has to be
passed by
EasyLegislative Process and …
Q44Consider the following statements :
1. The Executive Power of the Union of India is vested in the Prime Minister.
2. The…
EasyPrime Minister, Council …
Q59The provisions in Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made in
order to
EasyFifth and Sixth Schedule…
Q60With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements :
1. The Department of Revenue is responsible…
MediumBudget and Financial Pro…
Q61Who/Which of the following is the custodian of the Constitution of India?
EasyJudicial Review, PIL and…
Q82Consider the following statements :
1. The Legislative Council of a State in India can be larger in size than half of th…
MediumState Legislature and Le…
Q83"To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India" is a provision made in
the
EasyFundamental Duties
Q85The fundamental object of Panchayati Raj system is to ensure which among the following?
1. People's participation in dev…
EasyPanchayats and Rural Loc…
Q89The ideal of 'Welfare State' in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its
EasyDirective Principles of …
Q91There is a Parliamentary System of Government in India because the
EasyPrime Minister, Council …
Science & Technology12 Q
Q10Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding National Innovation
Foundation–India (NIF)?
1. NIF is an auto…
MediumInnovation, Start-ups an…
Q17Among the following, which were frequently mentioned in the news for the outbreak of
Ebola virus recently?
EasyViral Diseases and Antiv…
Q23With reference to the use of nano-technology in health sector, which of the following
statements is/are correct?
1. Targ…
EasyNanotechnology, Composit…
Q30In the context of modern scientific research, consider the following statements about
‘IceCube’, a particle detector loc…
MediumAtomic, Nuclear and Part…
Q32With reference to ‘Near Field Communication (NFC) Technology’, which of the following
statements is/are correct?
1. It i…
MediumTelecommunication, Mobil…
Q45The term ‘Goldilocks Zone’ is often seen in the news in the context of
EasyAstronomy, Cosmology and…
Q71In which of the following activities are Indian Remote Sensing (IRS) satellites used?
1. Assessment of crop productivity…
EasyEarth Observation and Sp…
Q73The term 'IndARC', sometimes seen in the news, is the name of
EasyNational Science Mission…
Q92H1N1 virus is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to which one of the
following diseases?
EasyViral Diseases and Antiv…
Q93With reference to bio-toilets used by the Indian Railways, consider the following statements
:
1. The decomposition of h…
MediumIndustrial, Agricultural…
Q95With reference to ‘fuel cells’ in which hydrogen-rich fuel and oxygen are used to generate
electricity, consider the fol…
MediumHydrogen Production, Sto…
Q99Which of the following has/have been accorded ‘Geographical Indication’ status?
1. Banaras Brocades and Sarees
2. Rajast…
EasyIntellectual Property, S…
International Relations9 Q
Q3The 'Fortaleza Declaration', recently in the news, is related to the affairs of
EasyBRICS, IBSA and Emerging…
Q31The terms ‘Agreement on Agriculture’, ‘Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and
Phytosanitary Measures’ and ‘Peace C…
EasyGlobal Trade Governance,…
Q50Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2014 was given to which
one of the following?
EasyGlobal Awards, Records a…
Q53Amnesty International is
EasyHuman Rights and Interna…
Q57India is a member of which among the following?
1. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
2. Association of South-East Asian…
EasyASEAN, East Asia Summit …
Q64In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following
is/are not a participant/partici…
EasyIndia-ASEAN and Indo-Pac…
Q67With reference to 'Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation (IOR-ARC)',
consider the following statements :…
MediumCommonwealth, IORA, Indi…
Q79'Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action', often seen in the news, is
EasyHuman Rights and Interna…
Q88Consider the following countries :
1. China
2. France
3. India
4. Israel
5. Pakistan
Which among the above are Nuclear W…
EasyNuclear Security, Non-Pr…
Agriculture5 Q
Q11What can be the impact of excessive/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in
agriculture?
1. Proliferation of nit…
MediumFertilisers and Integrat…
Q13The Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane is approved by the
EasyMinimum Support Price, P…
Q24In India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the
EasyAPMC Mandis, e-NAM and P…
Q62Consider the following statements :
1. The Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme was launched during 1996–97 to prov…
MediumIrrigation Scheduling an…
Q97Which one of the following best describes the main objective of ‘Seed Village Concept’?
EasySeed Systems, Quality, C…
Prelims 2014
100 questionsHistory & Culture23 Q
Q8Consider the following languages :
1. Gujarati
2. Kannada
3. Telugu
Which of the above has/have been declared as 'Classi…
EasyLiterature, Languages an…
Q15The Radcliffe Committee was appointed to
EasyPartition, Independence …
Q21In medieval India, the designations ‘Mahattara’ and ‘Pattakila’ were used for
EasyMedieval Sources, Travel…
Q25Which of the following Kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha?
1. Avanti
2. Gandhara
3. Kosala
4. Magadha…
EasyBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q26Every year, a monthlong ecologically important campaign/festival is held during which certain communities/tribes plant s…
EasyFestivals, Crafts and Li…
Q39With reference to ‘Changpa’ community of India, consider the following statements :
1. They live mainly in the State of…
MediumFestivals, Crafts and Li…
Q44With reference to the cultural history of India, the term ‘Panchayatan’ refers to
EasyArchitecture, Temples an…
Q47Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of Indian Philosophy?
EasyReligion, Philosophy and…
Q54The national motto of India, ‘Satyameva Jayate’ inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from
EasyLiterature, Languages an…
Q76Consider the following towns of India :
1. Bhadrachalam
2. Chanderi
3. Kancheepuram
4. Karnal
Which of the above are fam…
EasyFestivals, Crafts and Li…
Q81The Partition of Bengal made by Lord Curzon in 1905 lasted until
EasySwadeshi, Boycott and Ho…
Q82The 1929 Session of Indian National Congress is of significance in the history of the Freedom Movement because the
EasyCivil Disobedience, Roun…
Q83With reference to the famous Sattriya dance, consider the following statements :
1. Sattriya is a combination of music,…
MediumMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q84Chaitra 1 of the national calendar based on the Saka Era corresponds to which one of the following dates of the Gregoria…
EasyFestivals, Crafts and Li…
Q85With reference to the Indian history of art and culture, consider the following pairs :
Famous work of sculpture : Site…
MediumSculpture, Painting and …
Q86The Ghadr (Ghadar) was a
EasyQuit India, INA and Revo…
Q87With reference to India’s culture and tradition, what is ‘Kalaripayattu’?
EasyFestivals, Crafts and Li…
Q88Consider the following pairs :
1. Garba : Gujarat
2. Mohiniattam : Odisha
3. Yakshagana : Karnataka
Which of the pairs g…
EasyMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q89With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the following
pairs :
Famous shrine : Locat…
MediumArchitecture, Temples an…
Q90Consider the following statements :
1. ‘Bijak’ is a composition of the teachings of Saint Dadu Dayal.
2. The Philosophy…
EasyBhakti and Sufi Traditio…
Q91A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their
EasyMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q92What was/were the object/objects of Queen Victoria’s Proclamation (1858)?
1. To disclaim any intention to annex Indian S…
MediumBritish Administration a…
Q93Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was
EasyMughal Empire and Admini…
Environment & Ecology18 Q
Q2If a wetland of international importance is brought under the 'Montreux Record', what does it imply?
EasyRamsar Convention and In…
Q5With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements
:
1. It is an autonomous orga…
MediumEnvironmental Institutio…
Q6With reference to 'Global Environment Facility', which of the following statements is/are correct?
EasyUNCCD, Global Environmen…
Q10With reference to a conservation organization called 'Wetlands International', which of the following statements is/are…
MediumRamsar Convention and In…
Q14Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganges River Dolphins?
1. Constr…
MediumThreatened Species and I…
Q16Brominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and upholstery. Why is there some concer…
MediumToxic Chemicals, Pestici…
Q19Which of the following adds/add carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on the planet Earth?
1. Volcanic action
2. Respiratio…
EasyBiogeochemical Cycles
Q20If you walk through countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside the cattle to seize the insects dis…
MediumSpecies Identification, …
Q22Lichens, which are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, are actually a symbiotic association…
EasySpecies Interactions and…
Q24Which of the following are some important pollutants released by steel industry in India?
1. Oxides of sulphur
2. Oxides…
EasyAmbient Air Pollution an…
Q41Which of the following have coral reefs?
1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
2. Gulf of Kachchh
3. Gulf of Mannar
4. Sunderba…
EasyCoral Reefs and Reef Eco…
Q50The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional human life is the establishme…
EasyBiosphere Reserves and U…
Q53The scientific view is that the increase in global temperature should not exceed 2 °C above pre-industrial level. If the…
MediumClimate Impacts, Vulnera…
Q78Consider the following international agreements :
1. The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Ag…
EasyUNCCD, Global Environmen…
Q79Consider the following statements regarding ‘Earth Hour’ :
1. It is an initiative of UNEP and UNESCO.
2. It is a movemen…
MediumClimate Mitigation Pathw…
Q80Which one of the following is the correct sequence of a food chain?
EasyFood Chains, Food Webs a…
Q95With reference to 'Eco-Sensitive Zones', which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Eco-Sensitive Zones are th…
MediumEco-Sensitive Zones and …
Q96Consider the following statements :
1. Animal Welfare Board of India is established under the Environment (Protection) A…
MediumEnvironmental Institutio…
Geography12 Q
Q3Which one of the following pairs of islands is separated from each other by the 'Ten Degree Channel'?
EasyCoastal Plains, Islands …
Q9Consider the following pairs :
1. Dampa Tiger Reserve : Mizoram
2. Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary : Sikkim
3. Saramati Peak :…
EasyStates, Union Territorie…
Q23If you travel through the Himalayas, you are likely to see which of the following plants naturally growing there?
1. Oak…
EasyIndian Soils and Natural…
Q36Consider the following pairs :
Region often in news : Country
1. Chechnya : Russian Federation
2. Darfur : Mali
3. Swat…
EasyCountries, Borders and P…
Q38With reference to two non-conventional energy sources called ‘coalbed methane’ and ‘shale
gas’, consider the following s…
MediumConventional Energy Reso…
Q43The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of
EasyMonsoon Systems and Indi…
Q45Consider the following rivers :
1. Barak
2. Lohit
3. Subansiri
Which of the above flows/flow through Arunachal Pradesh?
EasyIndian Drainage, River B…
Q46Consider the following pairs :
Wetlands : Confluence of rivers
1. Harike Wetlands : Confluence of Beas and Satluj/Sutlej…
MediumIndian Lakes, Wetlands a…
Q48Consider the following pairs :
Hills : Region
1. Cardamom Hills : Coromandel Coast
2. Kaimur Hills : Konkan Coast
3. Mah…
EasyPeninsular Plateau, Hill…
Q51Turkey is located between
EasyCountries, Borders and P…
Q52What is the correct sequence of occurrence of the following cities in South-East Asia as one proceeds from south to nort…
EasyCountries, Borders and P…
Q77Consider the following pairs :
National Highway : Cities connected
1. NH 4 : Chennai and Hyderabad
2. NH 6 : Mumbai and…
EasyTransport Corridors, Por…
Science & Technology12 Q
Q7With reference to technologies for solar power production, consider the following statements
:
1. 'Photovoltaics' is a t…
MediumSolar, Wind and Renewabl…
Q12Consider the following diseases :
1. Diphtheria
2. Chickenpox
3. Smallpox
Which of the above diseases has/have been erad…
EasyViral Diseases and Antiv…
Q13Which of the following phenomena might have influenced the evolution of organisms?
1. Continental drift
2. Glacial cycle…
EasyEvolution, Classificatio…
Q17Consider the following :
1. Bats
2. Bears
3. Rodents The phenomenon of hibernation can be observed in which of the above…
EasyBiological Adaptation an…
Q37With reference to Agni–IV Missile, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is a surface-to-surface missi…
MediumMissiles, Guidance and S…
Q65Which one of the following is the process involved in photosynthesis?
EasyPlant Structure and Phys…
Q66In addition to fingerprint scanning, which of the following can be used in the biometric identification of a person?
1.…
EasyElectronics, Microelectr…
Q68Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?
Spacecraft : Purpose
1. Cassini-Huygens : Orbiting the Venus and…
MediumPlanetary, Lunar and Sol…
Q70Which of the following is/are the example/examples of chemical change?
1. Crystallization of sodium chloride
2. Melting…
EasyChemical Reactions, Equi…
Q74Among the following organisms, which one does not belong to the class of other three?
EasyEvolution, Classificatio…
Q97Consider the following pairs :
Vitamin : Deficiency disease
1. Vitamin C : Scurvy
2. Vitamin D : Rickets
3. Vitamin E :…
EasyAnimal and Human Physiol…
Q98There is some concern regarding the nanoparticles of some chemical elements that are used by the industry in the manufac…
MediumNanotechnology, Composit…
Polity & Governance11 Q
Q4Consider the following pairs :
Programme/Project : Ministry
1. Drought-Prone Area Programme : Ministry of Agriculture
2.…
MediumMinistries, Departments,…
Q18Which one of the following is the largest Committee of the Parliament?
EasyParliamentary Committees…
Q49Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisions regarding anti-defection?
EasyPolitical Parties, Anti-…
Q55In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the
EasyDirective Principles of …
Q58Which of the following is/are the function/functions of the Cabinet Secretariat?
1. Preparation of agenda for Cabinet Me…
EasyPrime Minister, Council …
Q59Consider the following statements : A Constitutional Government is one which
1. places effective restrictions on individ…
MediumBasic Structure, Constit…
Q60Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State?
1. Sending a report to the Preside…
MediumGovernor - Appointment, …
Q62Consider the following statements :
1. The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the busines…
MediumPresidential Executive, …
Q63Consider the following statements regarding a No-Confidence Motion in India :
1. There is no mention of a No-Confidence…
MediumSessions, Motions and Pa…
Q71The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the States falls under its
EasySupreme Court - Jurisdic…
Q75The power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court of India is vested in
EasyJudicial Appointments, R…
Economy11 Q
Q27The sales tax you pay while purchasing a toothpaste is a
EasyIndirect Taxes, GST and …
Q28What does venture capital mean?
EasyMutual Funds and Alterna…
Q29The main objective of the 12th Five-Year Plan is
EasyPlanning, NITI Aayog and…
Q30With reference to Balance of Payments, which of the following constitutes/constitute the Current Account?
1. Balance of…
EasyBalance of Payments and …
Q31The terms ‘Marginal Standing Facility Rate’ and ‘Net Demand and Time Liabilities’, sometimes appearing in news, are used…
EasyMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q32What is/are the facility/facilities the beneficiaries can get from the services of Business Correspondent (Bank Saathi)…
MediumFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q33In the context of Indian economy, which of the following is/are the purpose/purposes of ‘Statutory Reserve Requirements’…
MediumBanking Regulation and P…
Q57Which of the following are associated with 'Planning' in India?
1. The Finance Commission
2. The National Development Co…
MediumPlanning, NITI Aayog and…
Q61If the interest rate is decreased in an economy, it will
EasyMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q99Which of the following organizations brings out the publication known as 'World Economic Outlook'?
EasyInternational Financial …
Q100With reference to Union Budget, which of the following is/are covered under Non-Plan Expenditure?
1. Defence expenditure…
EasyGovernment Budget, Recei…
Agriculture10 Q
Q1What are the significances of a practical approach to sugarcane production known as 'Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative'?…
MediumSustainable and Climate-…
Q40In India, cluster bean (Guar) is traditionally used as a vegetable or animal feed, but recently the cultivation of this…
EasyPulses and Oilseeds
Q42In India, the problem of soil erosion is associated with which of the following?
1. Terrace cultivation
2. Deforestation…
EasySoil Conservation, Land …
Q56What are the benefits of implementing the ‘Integrated Watershed Development Programme’?
1. Prevention of soil runoff
2.…
MediumWatershed Development an…
Q64With reference to Neem tree, consider the following statements :
1. Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the p…
MediumPesticides and Integrate…
Q67Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding vegetative propagation of plants?
1. Vegetative propagation p…
MediumTissue Culture, Micropro…
Q69Consider the following pairs :
Region : Well-known for the production of
1. Kinnaur : Areca nut
2. Mewat : Mango
3. Coro…
EasyCrop Production, Product…
Q72Consider the following techniques/phenomena :
1. Budding and grafting in fruit plants
2. Cytoplasmic male sterility
3. G…
EasyGenetic Engineering and …
Q73Consider the following statements :
1. Maize can be used for the production of starch.
2. Oil extracted from maize can b…
EasyCereal, Pulse and Oilsee…
Q94In the context of food and nutritional security of India, enhancing the 'Seed Replacement Rates' of various crops helps…
MediumSeed Systems, Quality, C…
International Relations3 Q
Q11With reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, consider the following
statements :
1. The First Summit of BRI…
MediumBRICS, IBSA and Emerging…
Q34Recently, a series of uprisings of people referred to as ‘Arab Spring’ originally started from
EasyArmed Conflicts, Peace P…
Q35Consider the following countries :
1. Denmark
2. Japan
3. Russian Federation
4. United Kingdom
5. United States of Ameri…
EasyOuter Space Governance a…
Prelims 2013
100 questionsEconomy19 Q
Q41The balance of payments of a country is a systematic record of
EasyBalance of Payments and …
Q42The Reserve Bank of India regulates the commercial banks in matters of
1. Liquidity of assets
2. Branch expansion
3. Mer…
EasyBanking Regulation and P…
Q43An increase in the Bank Rate generally indicates that the
EasyMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q44In India, deficit financing is used for raising resources for
EasyFiscal Deficits, Public …
Q56Which of the following constitute Capital Account?
1. Foreign Loans
2. Foreign Direct Investment
3. Private Remittances…
EasyBalance of Payments and …
Q66Consider the following statements :
1. Inflation benefits the debtors.
2. Inflation benefits the bond-holders.
Which of…
EasyInflation, Price Indices…
Q67Disguised unemployment generally means
EasyEmployment, Unemployment…
Q69Consider the following statements:
1. National Development Council is an organ of the Planning Commission.
2. The Econom…
MediumPlanning, NITI Aayog and…
Q74Consider the following liquid assets:
1. Demand deposits with the banks
2. Time deposits with the banks
3. Savings depos…
EasyMoney, Currency and Mone…
Q75In the context of Indian economy, ‘Open Market Operations’ refers to
EasyMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Q76Priority Sector Lending by banks in India constitutes the lending to
EasyFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q78To obtain full benefits of demographic dividend, what should India do?
EasyEducation, Skills and Hu…
Q82A rise in general level of prices may be caused by
1. An increase in the money supply
2. A decrease in the aggregate lev…
EasyInflation, Price Indices…
Q83Which one of the following groups of items is included in India’s foreign-exchange reserves?
EasyForeign Exchange Reserve…
Q84Which one of the following is likely to be the most inflationary in its effect?
EasyFiscal Deficits, Public …
Q85Supply of money remaining the same when there is an increase in demand for money, there will be
EasyMoney, Currency and Mone…
Q92Economic growth in country X will necessarily have to occur if
EasyEconomic Growth and Deve…
Q98Who among the following constitute the National Development Council?
1. The Prime Minister
2. The Chairman, Finance Comm…
EasyPlanning, NITI Aayog and…
Q99The national income of a country for a given period is equal to the
EasyGDP, GVA and National In…
Environment & Ecology16 Q
Q7Consider the following:
1. Star tortoise
2. Monitor lizard
3. Pygmy hog
4. Spider monkey
Which of the above are naturall…
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q8Which of the following can be found as pollutants in the drinking water in some parts of India?
1. Arsenic
2. Sorbitol
3…
EasyWater Pollution, Eutroph…
Q22In the grasslands, trees do not replace the grasses as a part of an ecological succession because of
EasyEcological Succession, S…
Q23Which one of the following is the correct sequence of ecosystems in the order of decreasing productivity?
EasyEnergy Flow, Productivit…
Q26Under the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, who shall be…
EasyForest Conservation Law …
Q29Due to improper/indiscriminate disposal of old and used computers or their parts, which of the following are released in…
MediumHazardous, Biomedical, E…
Q30Acid rain is caused by the pollution of environment by
EasyAmbient Air Pollution an…
Q31With reference to food chains in ecosystems, consider the following statements:
1. A food chain illustrates the order in…
MediumFood Chains, Food Webs a…
Q32Consider the following pairs:
National Park : River flowing through the Park
1. Corbett National Park : Ganga
2. Kaziran…
EasyNational Parks and Wildl…
Q34Which of the following adds/add nitrogen to the soil?
1. Excretion of urea by animals
2. Burning of coal by man
3. Death…
EasyBiogeochemical Cycles
Q35In which of the following States is lion-tailed macaque found in its natural habitat?
1. Tamil Nadu
2. Kerala
3. Karnata…
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q48Which one of the following terms describes not only the physical space occupied by an organism, but also its functional…
EasyEcological Organisation,…
Q49Photochemical smog is a resultant of the reaction among
EasyAmbient Air Pollution an…
Q53With reference to the food chains in ecosystems, which of the following kinds of organism is/are known as decomposer org…
EasySoil Ecology, Decomposit…
Q55Which of the following is/are unique characteristic/characteristics of equatorial forests?
1. Presence of tall, closely…
MediumTropical Forest Ecosyste…
Q87Consider the following fauna of India:
1. Gharial
2. Leatherback turtle
3. Swamp deer
Which of the above is/are endanger…
EasyThreatened Species and I…
Polity & Governance15 Q
Q1What will follow if a Money Bill is substantially amended by the Rajya Sabha?
EasyLegislative Process and …
Q2Which one of the following statements is correct?
EasyGovernor - Appointment, …
Q9With reference to Indian History, the Members of the Constituent Assembly from the Provinces were
EasyConstitution Making and …
Q11Consider the following statements:
1. An amendment to the Constitution of India can be initiated by an introduction of a…
MediumConstitutional Amendment…
Q12Consider the following statements : Attorney General of India can
1. take part in the proceedings of the Lok Sabha
2. be…
EasyAttorney General and Uni…
Q19Which of the following bodies does not/do not find mention in the Constitution?
1. National Development Council
2. Plann…
EasyStatutory and Non-Consti…
Q21The Parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties
EasyCentre-State Legislative…
Q25The Government enacted the Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act in 1996.
Which one of the following is NOT…
EasyPanchayats and Rural Loc…
Q28'Economic Justice' as one of the objectives of the Indian Constitution has been provided in
EasyPreamble and Constitutio…
Q38According to the Constitution of India, which of the following are fundamental for the governance of the country?
EasyDirective Principles of …
Q51Consider the following statements : The Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts
1. Consists of not more than 25 Membe…
MediumParliamentary Committees…
Q59In the context of India, which of the following principles is/are implied institutionally in the parliamentary governmen…
MediumPrime Minister, Council …
Q68Consider the following statements :
1. The Council of Ministers in the Centre shall be collectively responsible to the P…
MediumPrime Minister, Council …
Q70Consider the following statements:
1. The Chairman and the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha are not the members of tha…
MediumVice-President
Q71With reference to National Legal Services Authority, consider the following statements:
1. Its objective is to provide f…
MediumAlternate Dispute Resolu…
History & Culture15 Q
Q4With reference to the history of Indian rock-cut architecture, consider the following
statements:
1. The caves at Badami…
MediumCaves, Rock-Cut Architec…
Q6The Chinese traveller Yuan Chwang (Hiuen Tsang) who visited India recorded the general conditions and culture of India a…
MediumAncient Sources, Inscrip…
Q20The demand for the Tebhaga Peasant Movement in Bengal was for
EasyTribal, Peasant and Civi…
Q36Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. What is the difference between th…
EasyCaves, Rock-Cut Architec…
Q37Which one of the following describes best the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism?
EasyBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q39The people of India agitated against the arrival of Simon Commission because
EasyConstitutional Developme…
Q40Quit India Movement was launched in response to
EasyQuit India, INA and Revo…
Q45Which of the following characterizes/characterize the people of Indus Civilization?
1. They possessed great palaces and…
EasyIndus Valley Civilizatio…
Q47Which of the following statements is/are applicable to Jain doctrine?
1. The surest way of annihilating Karma is to prac…
MediumBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q52Consider the following Bhakti Saints :
1. Dadu Dayal
2. Guru Nanak
3. Tyagaraja
Who among the above was/were preaching w…
EasyBhakti and Sufi Traditio…
Q57Consider the following historical places :
1. Ajanta Caves
2. Lepakshi Temple
3. Sanchi Stupa
Which of the above places…
EasySculpture, Painting and …
Q58With reference to the history of philosophical thought in India, consider the following
statements regarding Sankhya sch…
MediumReligion, Philosophy and…
Q79In the context of cultural history of India, a pose in dance and dramatics called ‘Tribhanga’ has been a favourite of In…
EasyMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q80Annie Besant was
1. Responsible for starting the Home Rule Movement
2. The founder of the Theosophical Society
3. Once t…
EasySwadeshi, Boycott and Ho…
Q81The Ilbert Bill controversy was related to the
EasyConstitutional Developme…
Geography14 Q
Q3Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched?
Geographical Feature : Region
EasyWorld Mountains, Plateau…
Q14Variations in the length of daytime and night-time from season to season are due to
EasyEarth Motions, Rotation,…
Q15The Narmada river flows to the west, while most other large peninsular rivers flow to the east. Why?
1. It occupies a li…
MediumIndian Drainage, River B…
Q16On the planet Earth, most of the freshwater exists as ice caps and glaciers. Out of the remaining freshwater, the larges…
EasyWater Resources, Dams an…
Q17Consider the following pairs:
1. Nokrek Biosphere Reserve : Garo Hills
2. Logtak (Loktak) Lake : Barail Range
3. Namdaph…
EasyHimalayas and Trans-Hima…
Q18Consider the following:
1. Electromagnetic radiation
2. Geothermal energy
3. Gravitational force
4. Plate movements
5. R…
EasyEarth Origin, Interior a…
Q54The most important fishing grounds of the world are found in the regions where
EasyMarine Resources and Oce…
Q60The annual range of temperature in the interior of the continents is high as compared to coastal areas. What is/are the…
MediumTemperature Distribution…
Q61Which of the following is/are the characteristic/characteristics of Indian coal?
1. High ash content
2. Low sulphur cont…
EasyConventional Energy Reso…
Q62Which of the following statements regarding laterite soils of India are correct?
1. They are generally red in colour.
2.…
MediumIndian Soils and Natural…
Q63Consider the following statements :
1. Natural gas occurs in the Gondwana beds.
2. Mica occurs in abundance in Koderma.…
EasyMineral Resources of Ind…
Q65“Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty and the people used to be nomadic herders.” The above statement best describes w…
EasyWorld Deserts, Grassland…
Q73Consider the following pairs:
Tribe State
1. Limboo (Limbu) : Sikkim
2. Karbi : Himachal Pradesh
3. Dongaria Kondh : Odi…
EasyStates, Union Territorie…
Q77Which one among the following industries is the maximum consumer of water in India?
EasyWater Resources, Dams an…
Science & Technology13 Q
Q5Recombinant DNA technology (Genetic Engineering) allows genes to be transferred
1. Across different species of plants
2.…
EasyRecombinant DNA, GM Orga…
Q10Consider the following animals:
1. Sea cow
2. Sea horse
3. Sea lion
Which of the above is/are mammal/mammals?
EasyEvolution, Classificatio…
Q46Which of the following diseases can be transmitted from one person to another through tattooing?
1. Chikungunya
2. Hepat…
EasyInfectious Disease Epide…
Q50Consider the following minerals:
1. Calcium
2. Iron
3. Sodium
Which of the minerals given above is/are required by human…
EasyAnimal and Human Physiol…
Q72During a thunderstorm, the thunder in the skies is produced by the
1. Meeting of cumulonimbus clouds in the sky
2. Light…
MediumAtmospheric Physics and …
Q88Ball bearings are used in bicycles, cars, etc., because
EasyMechanics, Motion and Fl…
Q89Consider the following phenomena:
1. Size of the sun at dusk
2. Colour of the sun at dawn
3. Moon being visible at dawn…
MediumOptics, Lasers and Photo…
Q90Rainbow is produced when sunlight falls on drops of rain.
Which of the following physical phenomena are responsible for…
EasyOptics, Lasers and Photo…
Q91Many transplanted seedlings do not grow because
EasyPlant Structure and Phys…
Q93Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Viruses lack enzymes necessary for the generation of energy.
2. Vir…
MediumMicrobiology and Virolog…
Q94Which of the following leaf modifications occurs/occur in desert areas to inhibit water loss?
1. Hard and waxy leaves
2.…
EasyBiological Adaptation an…
Q95The known forces of nature can be divided into four classes, viz., gravity, electromagnetism, weak nuclear force and str…
EasyAtomic, Nuclear and Part…
Q96The efforts to detect the existence of Higgs boson particle have become frequent news in the recent past. What is/are th…
MediumAtomic, Nuclear and Part…
Agriculture8 Q
Q13With reference to the usefulness of the by-products of the sugar industry, which of the following statements is/are corr…
MediumProcessing Clusters, Meg…
Q24Contour bunding is a method of soil conservation used in
EasySoil Conservation, Land …
Q27Improper handling and storage of cereal grains and oilseeds result in the production of toxins known as aflatoxins which…
EasyFood Safety, Quality Con…
Q33Consider the following organisms:
1. Agaricus
2. Nostoc
3. Spirogyra
Which of the above is/are used as biofertilizer/bio…
EasyBiofertilisers, Biostimu…
Q64Consider the following crops :
1. Cotton
2. Groundnut
3. Rice
4. Wheat
Which of these are Kharif crops?
EasyCrop Seasons, Rotations …
Q86Fruits stored in a cold chamber exhibit longer storage life because
EasyWarehousing, Cold Chain …
Q97Mycorrhizal biotechnology has been used in rehabilitating degraded sites because mycorrhiza enables the plants to
1. Res…
EasyBiofertilisers, Biostimu…
Q100Which of the following grants/grant direct credit assistance to rural households?
1. Regional Rural Banks
2. National Ba…
EasyAgricultural Credit, Rur…
Prelims 2012
100 questionsPolity & Governance24 Q
Q1In the areas covered under the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, what is the role/power of Gram Sa…
MediumPanchayats and Rural Loc…
Q2In the Parliament of India, the purpose of an adjournment motion is
EasySessions, Motions and Pa…
Q6Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined
in the Constitution of Ind…
MediumDirective Principles of …
Q7Consider the following statements :
1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.
2. It is within the pur…
MediumParliament Composition, …
Q8With reference to consumers' rights/privileges under the provisions of law in India, which of the following statements i…
MediumTribunals and Quasi-Judi…
Q9Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements :
1. He/She holds the office during the…
MediumSpeaker and Presiding Of…
Q10Which of the following are included in the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?
1. A dispute between the Governme…
MediumSupreme Court - Jurisdic…
Q23Which of the following can be said to be essentially the parts of Inclusive Governance?
1. Permitting the Non-Banking Fi…
MediumSocial Justice, Inclusio…
Q26With reference to National Rural Health Mission, which of the following are the jobs of 'ASHA', a trained community heal…
MediumWelfare Delivery, DBT an…
Q30Which of the following special powers have been conferred on the Rajya Sabha by the Constitution of India?
EasyParliament Composition, …
Q31How does the National Rural Livelihood Mission seek to improve livelihood options of rural poor?
1. By setting up a larg…
MediumCivil Society, NGOs, SHG…
Q33Which of the following is/are among the noticeable features of the recommendations of the Thirteenth Finance Commission?…
MediumFiscal Federalism and Fi…
Q35Which of the following are the methods of Parliamentary control over public finance in India?
1. Placing Annual Financia…
MediumBudget and Financial Pro…
Q40Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India have a bearing on Education?
1. Directive Principles of S…
MediumRights, DPSP and Duties …
Q51In India, other than ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and for intended purpose, what is the importance of…
MediumComptroller and Auditor …
Q52The endeavour of 'Janani Suraksha Yojana' Programme is
1. to promote institutional deliveries
2. to provide monetary ass…
MediumWelfare Delivery, DBT an…
Q53The Prime Minister of India, at the time of his/her appointment
EasyPrime Minister, Council …
Q54With reference to the Delimitation Commission, consider the following statements :
1. The orders of the Delimitation Com…
MediumQualifications, Disquali…
Q56According to the Constitution of India, it is the duty of the President of India to cause to be laid before the Parliame…
MediumPresidential Executive, …
Q57A deadlock between the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha calls for a joint sitting of the Parliament during the passage of
1…
EasyLegislative Process and …
Q58How do District Rural Development Agencies (DRDAs) help in the reduction of rural poverty in India?
1. DRDAs act as Panc…
MediumPublic Policy Design, Im…
Q59Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian Constitution?
1. To prese…
MediumFundamental Duties
Q60What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India?
1. While appointing the Supreme Court Jud…
MediumJudicial Appointments, R…
Q83The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided…
EasyCentre-State Legislative…
History & Culture20 Q
Q21With reference to the scientific progress of ancient India, which of the statements given below are correct?
1. Differen…
MediumAncient Economy, Society…
Q22With reference to the history of ancient India, which of the following was/were common to both Buddhism and Jainism?
1.…
MediumBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q24The Nagara, the Dravida and the Vesara are the
EasyArchitecture, Temples an…
Q25The Congress ministries resigned in the seven provinces in 1939, because
EasyConstitutional Developme…
Q27Which of the following is/are the principal feature(s) of the Government of India Act, 1919?
1. Introduction of dyarchy…
MediumConstitutional Developme…
Q28During Indian freedom struggle, the National Social Conference was formed. What was the reason for its formation?
EasySocio-Religious Reform M…
Q29Which of the following parties were established by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar?
1. The Peasants and Workers Party of India
2. All…
EasyOrganisations, Personali…
Q36Mahatma Gandhi undertook fast unto death in 1932, mainly because
EasyCivil Disobedience, Roun…
Q37With reference to Ryotwari Settlement, consider the following statements :
1. The rent was paid directly by the peasants…
MediumColonial Economy, Land R…
Q66Consider the following statements : The most effective contribution made by Dadabhai Naoroji to the cause of Indian Nati…
MediumEarly Nationalism, Moder…
Q67With reference to Dhrupad, one of the major traditions of India that has been kept alive for centuries, which of the fol…
MediumMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q68How do you distinguish between Kuchipudi and Bharatanatyam dances?
1. Dancers occasionally speaking dialogues is found i…
MediumMusic, Dance and Theatre
Q69With reference to the religious history of medieval India, the Sufi mystics were known to pursue which of the following…
MediumBhakti and Sufi Traditio…
Q70The Rowlatt Act aimed at
EasyConstitutional Developme…
Q71The Lahore Session of the Indian National Congress (1929) is very important in history, because
1. the Congress passed a…
MediumCivil Disobedience, Roun…
Q72Lord Buddha's image is sometimes shown with the hand gesture called 'Bhumisparsha Mudra'. It symbolizes
EasySculpture, Painting and …
Q73The religion of early Vedic Aryans was primarily of
EasyVedic Age and Early Vedi…
Q74Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Brahmo Samaj?
1. It opposed idolatry.
2. It denied the need f…
MediumSocio-Religious Reform M…
Q81Consider the following :
1. Assessment of land revenue on the basis of nature of the soil and the quality of crops
2. Us…
MediumEuropean Arrival, Trade …
Q82With reference to the guilds (Shreni) of ancient India that played a very important role in the country's economy, which…
MediumAncient Economy, Society…
Environment & Ecology16 Q
Q3How does National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting the Indian agriculture?
1. NBA checks the biopiracy an…
MediumBiological Diversity Law…
Q4The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 was enacted in consonance with which of the following provisions of the Constituti…
MediumEnvironmental Institutio…
Q5If National Water Mission is properly and completely implemented, how will it impact the country?
1. Part of the water n…
MediumEnvironmental Policies, …
Q15Lead, ingested or inhaled, is a health hazard. After the addition of lead to petrol has been banned, what still are the…
MediumToxic Chemicals, Pestici…
Q17Consider the following statements : Chlorofluorocarbons, known as ozone-depleting substances, are used
1. in the product…
MediumMontreal Protocol, Vienn…
Q50The acidification of oceans is increasing. Why is this phenomenon a cause of concern?
1. The growth and survival of calc…
MediumClimate Impacts, Vulnera…
Q87Consider the following protected areas :
1. Bandipur
2. Bhitarkanika
3. Manas
4. Sunderbans
Which of the above are decla…
EasyTiger Reserves, Elephant…
Q90In which one among the following categories of protected areas in India are local people not allowed to collect and use…
EasyNational Parks and Wildl…
Q91Consider the following kinds of organisms :
1. Bat
2. Bee
3. Bird
Which of the above is/are pollinating agent/agents?
EasySpecies Interactions and…
Q92Which one of the following groups of animals belongs to the category of endangered species?
EasyThreatened Species and I…
Q94The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment describes the following major categories of ecosystem services—provisioning, support…
EasyEcosystem Services and N…
Q95What is the difference between the antelopes Oryx and Chiru?
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q96Which of the following can be threats to the biodiversity of a geographical area?
1. Global warming
2. Fragmentation of…
EasyBiodiversity Threats and…
Q97Consider the following :
1. Black-necked crane
2. Cheetah
3. Flying squirrel
4. Snow leopard
Which of the above are natu…
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q99What would happen if phytoplankton of an ocean is completely destroyed for some reason?
1. The ocean as a carbon sink wo…
MediumMarine Food Webs, Plankt…
Q100Vultures which used to be very common in Indian countryside some years ago are rarely seen nowadays. This is attributed…
EasyThreatened Species and I…
Science & Technology11 Q
Q12Biomass gasification is considered to be one of the sustainable solutions to the power crisis in India. In this context,…
MediumBiofuels, Synthetic Fuel…
Q13What is the role of ultraviolet (UV) radiation in the water purification systems?
1. It inactivates/kills the harmful mi…
MediumPublic Health Technology…
Q14Graphene is frequently in news recently. What is its importance?
1. It is a two-dimensional material and has good electr…
MediumNanotechnology, Composit…
Q16With reference to 'stem cells', frequently in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Stem cells…
MediumStem Cells, Tissue Engin…
Q18A team of scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory including those from India created the heaviest anti-matter (anti…
MediumAtomic, Nuclear and Part…
Q19Which of the following is/are cited by the scientists as evidence/evidences for the continued expansion of universe?
1.…
MediumAstronomy, Cosmology and…
Q20Electrically charged particles from space travelling at speeds of several hundred km/sec can severely harm living beings…
EasyElectricity, Magnetism a…
Q61To meet its rapidly growing energy demand, some opine that India should pursue research and development on thorium as th…
MediumNuclear Fission, Reactor…
Q63Which one of the following sets of elements was primarily responsible for the origin of life on the Earth?
EasyCell Biology and Biomole…
Q86Recently, there has been a concern over the short supply of a group of elements called 'rare earth metals'. Why?
1. Chin…
MediumCritical Minerals, Rare …
Q93Consider the following statements : If there were no phenomenon of capillarity
1. it would be difficult to use a kerosen…
MediumMechanics, Motion and Fl…
Economy11 Q
Q32The Multi-dimensional Poverty Index developed by Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative with UNDP support cover…
MediumPoverty and Development …
Q34What is/are the recent policy initiative(s) of Government of India to promote the growth of manufacturing sector?
1. Set…
MediumIndustrial Policy, Manuf…
Q38Consider the following specific stages of demographic transition associated with economic
development :
1. Low birthrate…
MediumPopulation, Demographic …
Q39In India, in the overall Index of Industrial Production, the Indices of Eight Core Industries have a combined weight of…
MediumCore Industries, IIP and…
Q55Consider the following :
1. Hotels and restaurants
2. Motor transport undertakings
3. Newspaper establishments
4. Privat…
EasyLabour Markets, Wages an…
Q75The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) acts as a bankers' bank. This would imply which of the following?
1. Other banks retain…
MediumRBI Functions, Balance S…
Q76Under which of the following circumstances may 'capital gains' arise?
1. When there is an increase in the sales of a pro…
MediumDirect Taxes and Income …
Q77Which of the following measures would result in an increase in the money supply in the economy?
1. Purchase of governmen…
MediumMoney Creation, Credit a…
Q78Which of the following would include Foreign Direct Investment in India?
1. Subsidiaries of foreign companies in India
2…
MediumFDI, FPI and External Co…
Q79Consider the following statements : The price of any currency in international market is decided by the
1. World Bank
2.…
MediumExchange Rates and Curre…
Q80The basic aim of Lead Bank Scheme is that
EasyFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Geography10 Q
Q43A particular State in India has the following characteristics :
1. It is located on the same latitude which passes throu…
MediumStates, Union Territorie…
Q45Consider the following factors :
1. Rotation of the Earth
2. Air pressure and wind
3. Density of ocean water
4. Revoluti…
EasyOcean Currents, Gyres an…
Q46With reference to the wetlands of India, consider the following statements :
1. The country's total geographical area un…
MediumIndian Lakes, Wetlands a…
Q48When you travel in Himalayas, you will see the following :
1. Deep gorges
2. U-turn river courses
3. Parallel mountain r…
EasyHimalayas and Trans-Hima…
Q49Normally, the temperature decreases with the increase in height from the Earth's surface, because
1. the atmosphere can…
MediumTemperature Distribution…
Q62The increasing amount of carbon dioxide in the air is slowly raising the temperature of the atmosphere, because it absor…
EasyInsolation, Heat Budget …
Q84Despite having large reserves of coal, why does India import millions of tonnes of coal?
1. It is the policy of India to…
MediumConventional Energy Reso…
Q85A person stood alone in a desert on a dark night and wanted to reach his village which was situated 5 km east of the poi…
MediumMap Reading, Scale, Coor…
Q88Consider the following statements :
1. The duration of the monsoon decreases from southern India to northern India.
2. T…
EasyMonsoon Systems and Indi…
Q89Which one of the following is the characteristic climate of the Tropical Savannah Region?
EasyGlobal Climate Types and…
Agriculture8 Q
Q11Consider the following kinds of organisms :
1. Bacteria
2. Fungi
3. Flowering plants Some species of which of the above…
EasyPesticides and Integrate…
Q41Government of India encourages the cultivation of 'sea buckthorn'. What is the importance of this plant?
1. It helps in…
MediumFruits, Vegetables, Flor…
Q42Which of the following is the chief characteristic of 'mixed farming'?
EasyMixed and Integrated Far…
Q44Consider the following crops of India :
1. Cowpea
2. Green gram
3. Pigeon pea
Which of the above is/are used as pulse, f…
EasyPulses and Oilseeds
Q47Consider the following crops of India :
1. Groundnut
2. Sesamum
3. Pearl millet
Which of the above is/are predominantly…
EasyDryland, Rainfed and Ari…
Q64What are the reasons for the people's resistance to the introduction of Bt brinjal in India?
1. Bt brinjal has been crea…
MediumGenetic Engineering and …
Q65Other than resistance to pests, what are the prospects for which genetically engineered plants have been created?
1. To…
MediumGenetic Engineering and …
Q98Consider the following agricultural practices :
1. Contour bunding
2. Relay cropping
3. Zero tillage In the context of g…
EasySustainable and Climate-…
Prelims 2011
100 questionsEnvironment & Ecology18 Q
Q1In the Union Budget 2011-12, a full exemption from basic customs duty was extended to the bio-based asphalt (bioasphalt)…
MediumClean Technology, Carbon…
Q2Consider the following:
1. Carbon dioxide
2. Oxides of Nitrogen
3. Oxides of Sulphur
Which of the above is/are the emiss…
EasyAmbient Air Pollution an…
Q15Regarding “carbon credits”, which one of the following statements is not correct?
EasyCarbon Pricing, Markets …
Q20Three of the following criteria have contributed to the recognition of Western Ghats-Sri
Lanka and Indo-Burma regions as…
MediumEndemism, Hotspots and M…
Q21Human activities in the recent past have caused the increased concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, but a l…
MediumGreenhouse Gases and the…
Q22In the context of ecosystem productivity, marine upwelling zones are important as they increase the marine productivity…
MediumMarine Food Webs, Plankt…
Q23If a tropical rain forest is removed, it does not regenerate quickly as compared to a tropical deciduous forest. This is…
EasyTropical Forest Ecosyste…
Q24The Himalayan Range is very rich in species diversity.
Which one among the following is the most appropriate reason for…
EasyIndia's Biogeographic Zo…
Q25With reference to India, consider the following Central Acts:
1. Import and Export (Control) Act, 1947
2. Mining and Min…
MediumEnvironmental Governance…
Q47There is a concern over the increase in harmful algal blooms in the seawaters of India. What could be the causative fact…
MediumWater Pollution, Eutroph…
Q48Consider the following :
1. Photosynthesis
2. Respiration
3. Decay of organic matter
4. Volcanic action
Which of the abo…
EasyBiogeochemical Cycles
Q51A sandy and saline area is the natural habitat of an Indian animal species. The animal has no predators in that area but…
EasySpecies Identification, …
Q61Biodiversity forms the basis for human existence in the following ways:
1. Soil formation
2. Prevention of soil erosion…
EasyEcosystem Services and N…
Q65Recently, ‘oilzapper’ was in the news. What is it?
EasyIndustrial Pollution Con…
Q72Which one of the following is not a site for in-situ method of conservation of flora?
EasyIn-situ and Ex-situ Spec…
Q76The 2004 Tsunami made people realize that mangroves can serve as a reliable safety hedge against coastal calamities. How…
EasyEstuaries, Mangroves and…
Q79The "Red Data Books" published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) contai…
MediumThreatened Species and I…
Q96Consider the following statements:
1. Biodiversity is normally greater in the lower latitudes as compared to the higher…
MediumLevels and Measurement o…
Economy18 Q
Q4India has experienced persistent and high food inflation in the recent past. What could be the reasons?
1. Due to a grad…
MediumInflation, Price Indices…
Q6In terms of economy, the visit by foreign nationals to witness the XIX Commonwealth Games in India amounted to
EasyBalance of Payments and …
Q8Which one of the following statements appropriately describes the “fiscal stimulus”?
EasySubsidies, Public Expend…
Q10Consider the following actions which the Government can take:
1. Devaluing the domestic currency.
2. Reduction in the ex…
MediumBalance of Payments and …
Q13A rapid increase in the rate of inflation is sometimes attributed to the "base effect". What is "base effect" ?
EasyInflation, Price Indices…
Q14India is regarded as a country with “Demographic Dividend”. This is due to
EasyPopulation, Demographic …
Q16Which one of the following is not a feature of “Value Added Tax”?
EasyIndirect Taxes, GST and …
Q17“A closed economy” is an economy in which
EasyCore Economic Concepts a…
Q28Both Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) are related to investment in a country.
Wh…
EasyFDI, FPI and External Co…
Q37All revenues received by the Union Government by way of taxes and other receipts for the conduct of Government business…
EasyGovernment Budget, Recei…
Q38Microfinance is the provision of financial services to people of low-income groups. This includes both the consumers and…
MediumFinancial Inclusion, Pri…
Q75Regarding the International Monetary Fund, which one of the following statements is correct?
EasyInternational Financial …
Q80Why is the offering of "teaser loans" by commercial banks a cause of economic concern?
1. The teaser loans are considere…
MediumBanking Regulation and P…
Q82In the context of Indian economy, consider the following statements:
1. The growth rate of GDP has steadily increased in…
MediumGDP, GVA and National In…
Q84Which of the following can aid in furthering the Government's objective of inclusive growth?
1. Promoting Self-Help Grou…
EasyInclusive Growth and Ine…
Q85Why is the Government of India disinvesting its equity in the Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs)?
1. The Governme…
MediumDisinvestment, Public As…
Q87Economic growth is usually coupled with
EasyBusiness Cycles and Econ…
Q88The lowering of Bank Rate by the Reserve Bank of India leads to
EasyMonetary Policy and Liqu…
Science & Technology17 Q
Q3Satellites used for telecommunication relay are kept in a geostationary orbit. A satellite is
said to be in such an orbi…
MediumSatellite Communication …
Q5At present, scientists can determine the arrangement or relative positions of genes or DNA sequences on a chromosome. Ho…
MediumGenomics, Proteomics and…
Q7Microbial fuel cells are considered a source of sustainable energy. Why?
1. They use living organisms as catalysts to ge…
MediumHydrogen Production, Sto…
Q18When the bark of a tree is removed in a circular fashion all around near its base, it gradually dries up and dies becaus…
EasyPlant Structure and Phys…
Q27A layer in the Earth’s atmosphere called Ionosphere facilitates radio communication. Why?
1. The presence of ozone cause…
EasyTelecommunication, Mobil…
Q32The function of heavy water in a nuclear reactor is to
EasyNuclear Fission, Reactor…
Q40A company marketing food products advertises that its items do not contain trans-fats.
What does this campaign signify t…
MediumCell Biology and Biomole…
Q50The surface of a lake is frozen in severe winter, but the water at its bottom is still liquid.
What is the reason ?
EasyMechanics, Motion and Fl…
Q57What is the difference between Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices ?
EasyTelecommunication, Mobil…
Q62Aspartame is an artificial sweetener sold in the market. It consists of amino acids and provides calories like other ami…
EasyCell Biology and Biomole…
Q64What is the difference between a CFL and an LED lamp?
1. To produce light, a CFL uses mercury vapour and phosphor while…
MediumPower Grids, Energy Effi…
Q66A married couple adopted a male child. A few years later twin boys were born to them. The blood group of the couple is A…
MediumGenetics, Heredity and G…
Q69A new optical disc format known as the Blu-ray Disc (BD) is becoming popular. In what way is it different from the tradi…
MediumComputing Hardware, Semi…
Q81An artificial satellite orbiting around the Earth does not fall down. This is so because the attraction of Earth
EasyMechanics, Motion and Fl…
Q86What is the difference between asteroids and comets?
1. Asteroids are small rocky planetoids, while comets are formed of…
MediumPlanetary, Lunar and Sol…
Q91Regular intake of fresh fruits and vegetables is recommended in the diet since they are a good source of antioxidants. H…
EasyAnimal and Human Physiol…
Q99What is "Virtual Private Network"?
EasyCybersecurity, Encryptio…
History & Culture14 Q
Q26Karl Marx explained the process of class struggle with the help of which one of the following theories?
EasyOrganisations, Personali…
Q53The tendency for increased litigation was visible after the introduction of the land settlement system of Lord Cornwalli…
EasyColonial Economy, Land R…
Q54Which one of the following observations is not true about the Quit India Movement of 1942 ?
EasyQuit India, INA and Revo…
Q55Which amongst the following provided a common factor for tribal insurrection in India in the 19th century ?
EasyTribal, Peasant and Civi…
Q56India maintained its early cultural contacts and trade links with Southeast Asia across the Bay of Bengal. For this pre-…
EasyHistorical Ports and Cul…
Q59With reference to the period of colonial rule in India, "Home Charges" formed an important part of drain of wealth from…
MediumColonial Economy, Land R…
Q60What was the reason for Mahatma Gandhi to organize a satyagraha on behalf of the peasants of Kheda?
1. The Administratio…
MediumGandhian Satyagrahas and…
Q63What was the purpose with which Sir William Wedderburn and W. S. Caine had set up the Indian Parliamentary Committee in…
EasyEarly Nationalism, Moder…
Q67Mahatma Gandhi said that some of his deepest convictions were reflected in a book titled "Unto this Last" and the book t…
EasyOrganisations, Personali…
Q68With reference to Indian freedom struggle, Usha Mehta is well-known for
EasyQuit India, INA and Revo…
Q70With reference to the period of Indian freedom struggle, which of the following was/were recommended by the Nehru report…
MediumConstitutional Developme…
Q77The Jain philosophy holds that the world is created and maintained by
EasyBuddhism, Jainism and Sh…
Q92Regarding the Indus Valley Civilization, consider the following statements :
1. It was predominantly a secular civilizat…
MediumIndus Valley Civilizatio…
Q100The "dharma" and "rita" depict a central idea of ancient Vedic civilization of India. In this
context, consider the foll…
MediumVedic Age and Early Vedi…
Polity & Governance11 Q
Q11The Constitution (Seventy-Third Amendment) Act, 1992, which aims at promoting the Panchayati Raj Institutions in the cou…
MediumPanchayats and Rural Loc…
Q30With reference to "Aam Aadmi Bima Yojana", consider the following statements:
1. The member insured under the scheme mus…
MediumWelfare Delivery, DBT an…
Q33In India, if a religious sect/community is given the status of a national minority, what special advantages is it entitl…
MediumSocial Justice, Inclusio…
Q34India is home to lakhs of persons with disabilities. What are the benefits available to them under the law?
1. Free scho…
MediumSocial Justice, Inclusio…
Q36The authorization for the withdrawal of funds from the Consolidated Fund of India must come from
EasyBudget and Financial Pro…
Q41Among the following who are eligible to benefit from the “Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act”?
EasyWelfare Delivery, DBT an…
Q43When the annual Union Budget is not passed by the Lok Sabha,
EasyBudget and Financial Pro…
Q44Under the Constitution of India, which one of the following is not a fundamental duty?
EasyFundamental Duties
Q45With reference to the Finance Commission of India, which of the following statements is correct?
EasyFiscal Federalism and Fi…
Q73Consider the following statements: In India, a Metropolitan Planning Committee
1. Is constituted under the provisions of…
MediumMunicipalities and Urban…
Q74What is the difference between "vote-on-account" and "interim budget"?
1. The provision of a "vote-on-account" is used b…
MediumBudget and Financial Pro…
Geography10 Q
Q9The formation of ozone hole in the Antarctic region has been a cause of concern. What could be the reason for the format…
EasyAtmospheric Composition,…
Q12Two important rivers – one with its source in Jharkhand (and known by a different name in Odisha), and another, with its…
MediumIndian Drainage, River B…
Q31In the context of global oil prices, "Brent crude oil" is frequently referred to in the news.
What does this term imply?…
MediumConventional Energy Reso…
Q39Southeast Asia has captivated the attention of global community over space and time as a geostrategically significant re…
EasyWorld Seas, Straits, Gul…
Q52La Nina is suspected to have caused recent floods in Australia. How is La Nina different from El Nino ?
1. La Nina is ch…
MediumENSO, IOD and Ocean-Atmo…
Q89Westerlies in southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in northern hemisphere. Why?
1. Southern hemisphere h…
MediumPressure Belts, Planetar…
Q90Between India and East Asia, the navigation-time and distance can be greatly reduced by which of the following?
1. Deepe…
MediumWorld Seas, Straits, Gul…
Q94What could be the main reason/reasons for the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt?
1. It is located in the sub…
MediumPressure Belts, Planetar…
Q95The jet aircrafts fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratosphere. What could be the appropriate explanation?
1.…
MediumAtmospheric Composition,…
Q97The Brahmaputra, Irrawady and Mekong rivers originate in Tibet and flow through narrow and parallel mountain ranges in t…
EasyCrustal Deformation, Fol…
Agriculture8 Q
Q29A genetically engineered form of brinjal, known as the Bt-brinjal, has been developed. The objective of this is
EasyGenetic Engineering and …
Q35With what purpose is the Government of India promoting the concept of "Mega Food Parks"?
1. To provide good infrastructu…
MediumProcessing Clusters, Meg…
Q58With reference to micro-irrigation, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Fertilizer/nutrient loss can be…
MediumDrip, Sprinkler and Micr…
Q71Among the following States, which one has the most suitable climatic conditions for the cultivation of a large variety o…
EasyFruits, Vegetables, Flor…
Q78Salinization occurs when the irrigation water accumulated in the soil evaporates, leaving behind salts and minerals. Wha…
EasyWaterlogging, Salinity a…
Q83In India, which of the following have the highest share in the disbursement of credit to agriculture and allied activiti…
EasyAgricultural Credit, Rur…
Q93The lower Gangetic plain is characterised by humid climate with high temperature throughout the year.
Which one among th…
EasyAgro-Climatic Zones and …
Q98A state in India has the following characteristics:
1. Its northern part is arid and semi-arid.
2. Its central part prod…
EasyAgro-Climatic Zones and …
International Relations4 Q
Q19The “New START” treaty was in the news. What is this treaty?
EasyArms Control, Disarmamen…
Q42With reference to “Look East Policy” of India, consider the following statements:
1. India wants to establish itself as…
MediumIndia-ASEAN and Indo-Pac…
Q46Consider the following:
1. Right to education.
2. Right to equal access to public service.
3. Right to food.
Which of th…
EasyHuman Rights and Interna…
Q49Recently, the USA decided to support India's membership in multi-lateral export control regimes called the "Australia Gr…
MediumNuclear Security, Non-Pr…
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