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Prelims 2011

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Prelims 2011

100 questions
Environment & 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…

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