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TEST BOOKLET TARGET PRELIMS 2017
GENERAL STUDIES PAPER - 1
PRELIMS MODEL TEST-18 Time Allowed: Two Hour Maximum Marks: 200
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Date: 28-05-2017
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1. The Earth’s shape is such that it is flattened at the poles and bulges at the equator. This is because of 1. Rotational motion of the Earth 2. Tidal force 3. Greater insolation received over the
equator Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
2. Consider the following statements: 1. Inversion of temperature takes place in
hills and mountains due to air drainage.
2. During inversion of temperature, air rises resulting in precipitation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
3. When the winds blow from all sides to the central low in a clockwise direction, then this phenomenon is known as (a) Anti-cyclones of Northern hemisphere (b) Temperate cyclone of northern
hemisphere (c) Tropical cyclones of southern
hemisphere (d) Both (a) and (c)
4. The sun is directly overhead at noon on 22nd December at (a) the equator (b) tropic of Cancer (c) tropic of Capricorn (d) Antarctic circle
5. Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched? Airmass Source region (a) Continental
Polar : Siberia
(b) Maritime Polar : Norwegian Sea (c) Continental
Tropic : Sahara
(d) Maritime Tropic : Bering Sea
6. Consider the following statements: 1. The International Monetary and
Financial Committee (IMFC) along with the Development Committee (DC) advises the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Board of Governors.
2. The DC is a ministerial-level forum of the World Bank Group and the IMF.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
7. Consider the following statements regarding the 4 GST bills passed by the Parliament i.e. Central GST Bill, Integrated GST Bill, GST Compensation Bill, and the Union Territory GST Bill, 2017: 1. Central GST Act and Integrated GST Act
are automatically applicable to the State of Jammu and Kashmir.
2. Union Territory GST bill is applicable only to those Union Territories which have legislatures.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
8. The Inclusive Growth and Development Report is published by (a) World Economic Forum (b) UN Development Programme (c) International Monetary Fund (d) World Bank
9. Which of the following indices follow the same base year? 1. Wholesale Price Index 2. Consumer Price Index 3. Index of Industrial Production Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
10. Which of the following statement regarding ‘data exclusivity’ sometimes seen in the news, is not correct? (a) It prevents drug regulators from
referring to or relying on data submitted by an originator company relating to a drug’s safety and efficacy while approving bioequivalent versions of the same drug
(b) The Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) does not mandate data exclusivity
(c) Data exclusivity would prevent market entry of generic versions of the drug
(d) India is the only country that so far adopted the data exclusivity provisions as part of its intellectual property policy
11. Which of the following rights are not mentioned in the Indian Constitution? 1. Right to Education 2. Right to Information 3. Right to Property 4. Consumer rights Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2 and 4 (c) 1 and 3 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
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12. Consider the following with regard to Habeas Corpus Writ: 1. It is issued by the Courts to prevent
arbitrary detention. 2. It can be issued against both public
authorities and individuals. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
13. Which of the following bodies ensure effective financial accountability of Council of Ministers to the Parliament? 1. Comptroller and Auditor General 2. Finance Commission 3. Public Accounts Committee 4. Estimates Committee Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
14. Consider the following statements: 1. A national emergency can only be
declared on ground of breakdown of constitutional machinery.
2. A national emergency must be approved within six months by both houses of the parliament with special majority.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a)1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
15. Consider the following with regard to Anti-defection law: 1. The law is applicable only to elected
members of the house who belongs to any recognized political parties.
2. The members of Parliament are not obliged to vote according to the whip issued by political parties according to this law.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a)1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
16. With reference to Red Panda, consider the following statements: 1. It is a mammal found in Eastern
Himalayas. 2. It survives by grazing only on bamboo
forest. 3. It is given legal protection under
Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
17. India has signed an MoU under the International Cooperation on Brahmaputra and Sutlej rivers with (a) Nepal (b) Pakistan (c) China (d) Bangladesh
18. Consider the following pairs: Wetlands State 1. Chilika Lake : Orissa 2. Keoladeo Ghana
National Park : Manipur
3. Kolleru Lake : Andhra Pradesh
4. Wular Lake : Punjab Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched? (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
19. With reference to the transpiration, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Transpiration is the evaporation of
water into the atmosphere from the leaves.
2. The rate of transpiration increases with decreasing humidity.
3. The rate of transpiration decreases with decreasing light intensity.
Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
20. Which one of the following term describes the process of using microbes to treat areas of land or sea that have been contaminated by pesticides, oil or solvents? (a) Ammonification (b) Bioremediation (c) Eutrophication (d) Nitrification
21. Consider the following statements: 1. Kandukuri Veeresalingam opposed the
formation of INC. 2. He admired Raja Ram Mohan Roy but
condemned Brahma Samaj. 3. He crusaded for women upliftment but
was silent over widow remarriage. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 3 only (d) None of the above
22. With reference to the rule of Viceroys in British India, consider the following statements: 1. John Lawrence adopted Masterly
Inactive Policy due to the severe blow in Anglo Maratha war.
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2. The Coronation Durbar of King George V was held at Delhi during the viceroyalty of Lord Chelmsford.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
23. Which of the following statement/ statements is/are correct about Buddhist Sangha? 1. Rules made for the Buddhist sangha
were written down in a book called the Sutta Pitaka.
2. Those who joined the sangha included brahmins, kshatriyas, merchants, labourers, barbers, courtesans and slaves.
3. Persons who were in the service of the King or an individual, or who were in debt have no bar to become a member of Sangha.
Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
24. Which one of the following statement is not correct about the Arthasasthra? (a) The Arthasasthra deals with the
training of the King, and appointment of his ministers
(b) The Arthasasthra describes types of battle arrays and modes of fighting
(c) The Arthasasthra is silent over the distribution of state taxation system
(d) Arthasasthra emphasized on the importance of a network of runners, informers, and spies
25. Consider the following statements: 1. The announcement of the ‘Communal
Award’ by Ramsay was an outcome of the Poona Pact.
2. The Government of India Act of 1935 was enacted, during the viceroyalty of Lord Wellington.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
26. ‘Hand-in-Hand 2016’, recently seen in the news, is a joint military exercise between India and (a) U.S.A (b) China (c) Bangladesh (d) Russia
27. Consider the following pairs: Vitamin Deficiency Disease 1. Vitamin A : Pernicious anemia
2. Vitamin D : scurvy 3. Vitamin K : xerophthalmia Which of the pairs given above is/ are correctly matched? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) None
28. Consider the following pairs: Mission Space agency 1. Gaia : CNSA 2. OSIRIS-REx : ESA 3. Roseta : JAXA 4. Magnetospheric
Multiscale Mission : NASA
5. Aditya L1 : ISRO Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 4 and 5 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
29. With reference to ‘RESOURCESAT-2A’, recently seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It was launched by PSLV-C35. 2. It is an earth observation satellite. 3. It was launched from Sriharikota. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
30. With reference to ‘stem cells’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It can be used in therapeutic cloning. 2. It can be used in reproductive cloning. 3. It can be used for creating organs. 4. It can be derived from adult only. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1 and 3 only
31. Which of the following is/are the main characteristic / characteristics of equatorial climate? (a) Rain in winter season (b) Uniform temperature throughout the
year (c) Convectional rainfall (d) Both (b) and (c)
32. In our solar system, Terrestrial planets are quite different from Jovian planets. This can be attributed to which of the following? 1. The solar wind was most intense near
the sun. 2. Lower gravity of terrestrial planets
couldn’t hold the escaping gases. 3. Terrestrial planets were formed 1 billion
years after the formation of Jovian planets.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
33. Consider the following statements: Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC), a highly potent greenhouse gas which was introduced as an alternative for Chlorofluorocarbons (CFC), is used 1. as aerosol propellants 2. in air-conditioning and refrigeration 3. as solvent 4. in the production of foams Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 4 only (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
34. Which one of the following islands is not a part of Andaman and Nicobar Islands? (a) Smith Island (b) Bangaram Island (c) Avis Island (d) Long Island
35. With reference to ‘continental drift’ theory suggested by Alfred Wegener, which of the following caused the movement responsible for the drifting of continents? 1. Rotation of the Earth 2. Gravitational attraction of the Moon
and the Sun Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
36. The lowering of repo rate by the Reserve Bank of India leads to (a) decrease in inflation in the economy (b) decrease in investment expenditure in
the economy (c) increase in the liquidity in the economy (d) mobilization of more deposits by the
banks
37. Which one of the following statement regarding cess is not correct? (a) It is levied only by Union government (b) It is levied for specific purposes. (c) It is a tax on tax. (d) It is levied on goods as well as services
38. With reference to the sovereign credit rating, consider the following statements: 1. Sovereign Credit rating is determined
by World Bank. 2. India’s sovereign credit rating is just
above junk bond status (BBB-). 3. Sovereign credit rating helps the
domestic companies to get the overseas funds at the competitive rates.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only
39. With reference to Balance of payments, which of the following constitutes the invisibles account? 1. Foreign Loans 2. Foreign investment 3. Investment income 4. Private Transfers Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1 and 4 only
40. Majority of not less than two-third of the total strength of the House is required for 1. The removal of Supreme Court Judge 2. The removal of the Vice-President 3. The impeachment of the President Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) None
41. Which of the following statements is not correct with regard to National Human Rights Commission? (a) It can take up cases suo moto. (b) It does not have jurisdiction in Jammu
and Kashmir. (c) It submit its annual report to the
Parliament. (d) Its recommendations are not binding on
the Government.
42. Consider the following with regard to the language policy of India: 1. Both Hindi and English texts are
equally authoritative in all laws. 2. The Constitution provides that all
proceedings in the Supreme Court shall be in English.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
43. Consider the following statements: 1. The minimum age to contest in
Panchayat election is 18. 2. In case a panchayat is dissolved before
its tenure, the election needs to be conducted within six months of its dissolution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
44. The concept of ‘sustainable development’ can be derived from the provisions of 1. Fundamental duties 2. Fundamental rights 3. Directive principles of state policy
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Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only
45. Consider the following statements: 1. Narmada and Tapi rivers flows between
Satpura and Vindhya ranges 2. Luni river is lost in the marshy land of
the Rann of Kuchch 3. Mahi river flows cutting twice through
the Tropic of Cancer Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
46. India is a signatory to Ramsar Convention. Ramsar Convention is related to conservation and wise use of (a) Water birds (b) Desert Vegetation (c) Forest lands (d) Wetlands
47. Consider the following statements: 1. Biodiversity conservation may be in situ
as well as ex situ. 2. Biodiversity is highest in the tropics
and decreases to the poles. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
48. Which of the following emits methane, produced by methanogens? 1. Anaerobic sludge 2. Rumen of Cattle 3. Aerobic environment 4. Excreta of cattle Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only (c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
49. With reference to the cactus, a plant lives in hot and dry habitats, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. They uses Crassulacean acid
metabolism in photosynthesis process. 2. Their leaves are reduced to spines to
reduce water loss. 3. The stem of cactus does the
photosynthesis. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
50. Consider the following statements about Rig Vedic polity:
1. During Rig Vedic period, the monarchial states existed.
2. The king was the real owner of revenue lands and he imposed taxes.
3. Tribal assemblies existed and they were powerful.
4. The king was elected by the tribal assemblies.
Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 4 only
51. Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Sufi saints? 1. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti was the
founder of Chishti Order of Sufism in the India.
2. Qutub Minar is named after Qutbuddin Bakhtiar Kaki who was the disciple of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
52. Consider the following statements about ‘Kabir’, the Bhakti saint: 1. Sakhi Granth, Anurag Sagar are
compositions of Kabir. 2. Kabir justified formal worships such as
Namaz, or bathing in rivers. 3. He was the most radical disciple of
Ramananda. 4. He advocated perfect equality of
shudras and brahmins. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1, 2 and 3only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
53. Consider the following statements about Maharaja Ranjit Singh of Punjab: 1. He belongs to Sikh misl-confederacy
called Sukerchaika. 2. He set up modern foundries to
manufacture cannon at Lahore. 3. He recruited only Sikhas in his army
and formed it on western lines. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
54. Consider the following statements: 1. Sajibu Cheiraoba is the lunar new year
festival of the people of the Sanamahism religion.
2. Saga Dawa, a Buddhist festivals of Himachal Pradesh, commemorates the birth, enlightment and death of Buddha.
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Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
55. Consider the following statements: 1. Bee wax is used in pharmaceutical and
cosmetic industry. 2. Bee venom is used for treatment of
arthritis, rheumatic and pains. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
56. Consider the following: 1. Mulberry 2. Oak Tasar 3. Muga 4. Raspberry Which of these are commercially traded varieties of natural silk? (a) 1 and 4 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 2, 3 and 4
57. With reference to objectives of ‘Blue Revolution’ (Neel Kranti Mission), consider the following statements: 1. To fully tap the total fish potential of
the country both in the inland and the marine sector and triple the production by 2020.
2. To double the export earnings by 2020 with focus on benefits flow to the fishers and fish farmers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
58. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) comes under the administrative control of (a) Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and
Public Distribution (b) Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers (c) Ministry of Food Processing Industries (d) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
59. Which of the following statements regarding ‘Carbon Offsetting Scheme for International Aviation’ is/are correct?
1. It suggests a single global market-based measure to address CO2 emissions from international aviation.
2. Under the scheme aircraft operators will be required to purchase emission units, for the growth in CO2 emissions covered by the scheme.
Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
60. Consider the following statements: 1. The Bay of Fundy of Nova Scotia has
the largest tidal range in the world. 2. In Southampton, along the southern
coast of England, tides occur four times a day.
Which of the Statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
61. Which of the following countries lie entirely south of the Tropic of Capricorn? 1. Brazil 2. Swaziland 3. Uruguay 4. New Zealand Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1 and 4 only (d) 2 and 3 only
62. Major hot deserts of the world are mainly seen in a zone of (a) low level wind convergence with
cyclonic activity (b) low level wind convergence with
ascending convective currents (c) low level wind divergence and
anticyclonic activity (d) none of the above
63. Consider the following pairs: Classification of
Himalayas Feature
1. Himachal Himalayas
: Fast flowing rivers
2. Kashmir Himalayas
: Dal lake
3. Sikkim Himalayas
: Duar formations
4. Arunachal Himalayas
: Dun formations
Which of the above pairs are correctly matched? (a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 3 and 4 (d) 2 and 4
64. Which of the following is/are the conditions suggested by the Election Commission of India to recognize a party as a National Party? 1. It has to win a minimum of two per cent
of the seats in the Lok Sabha from at least three different States.
2. The party is recognised as a 'state level party' in four or more States.
3. In General Elections, the party must manage to win four per cent of the votes and win at least six Lok Sabha seats.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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(a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
65. Article 142 of the Indian Constitution provides discretionary powers to the Supreme Court to ensure complete justice. In which of the following incidents, the Supreme Court has invoked this Article while pronouncing the judgments? 1. Awarding compensation for Bhopal Gas
tragedy victims. 2. Invalidating National Judicial
Appointment Commission Act. 3. The ban on the sale of alcohol along
highways. 4. Cancellation of discriminatory coal
block allocation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a)1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
66. Consider the following statements with regard to the office of Parliamentary Secretary: 1. They are appointed by the Speaker of
the Legislative Assembly to organize the smooth functioning of the Assembly.
2. Parliamentary Secretaries will have access to all official files and documents.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
67. Consider the following statements with regard to Article 370: 1. The power of the Parliament to make
laws for Jammu and Kashmir is limited to foreign affairs and defence only.
2. Article 370 cannot be repealed since it forms the basic structure of the constitution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
68. Memorandum of Procedure, often heard in the context of Indian Judiciary, is (a) the mechanism to clear the backlog of
pending cases (b) the procedure to be followed in the
appointment of judges (c) the rules followed in transfers of Judges (d) the procedure followed in filing Public
Interest Litigation
69. Consider the following pairs: Protected areas well known for 1. Manas : One Horned
Rhinoceros
2. Ranthambhore : Tiger 3. Periyar : Elephant Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
70. With reference to the natural vegetation of India, consider the following statements: 1. Deodar is a coniferous tree found in
Himalaya. 2. Shola forests are found mainly on the
upper reaches of Himalaya. 3. Teak and Sal are found in the moist
deciduous forest. 4. 90% of the total area of mangrove forest
in India is mainly concentrated in Gujarat.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
71. Which of the following is/are tributary/tributaries of Ganga? 1. Sharada 2. Mahananda 3. Teesta 4. Son Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2, 3 and 4 (c) 1, 2 and 4 (d) 2 and 3 only
72. With reference to the Energy resources of India, consider the following statements: 1. There is no potential shale gas reserve
in India. 2. Most of the coal and the ferrous group
of minerals in India occur in the peninsula, south of the Vindhyas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
73. With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a Governmental organisation in
India for wildlife research. 2. They are trying to conserve the nature
through scientific based research, education and Public awareness.
3. It is the Partner of BirdLife International in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
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74. With reference to the “Pabna Movement”, consider the following statements: 1. It was a violent protest in which the
peasants made armed attacks on the Zamindars.
2. Zamindars enhanced rents beyond legal limits through a variety of cesses.
3. The peasants of Pabna region had launched no-revenue campaigns.
4. They got support from Intellectuals like Bankim Chandra Chettarji, RC Dutt, Surendranath Banerjee.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1 and 4 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 only
75. With reference to the formation of Congress Socialist Party, consider the following statements: 1. Congress Socialist Party, or (CSP), was
a left-wing group within the Congress. 2. It was founded in 1934 with Jawahar
Lal Nehru as President and Subhash Chandra Bose as general secretary.
3. It advocated decentralized socialism in which a substantial share in the economic power among co-operatives, trade unions, independent farmers, and local authorities is guaranteed.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only
76. Consider the following pairs: 1. Dickie bird plan : Lord Wavell 2. Cripps Mission : Maulana Azad 3. C R Formula : Madan Mohan
Malaviya 4. August Offer : Lord Linlithgow Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1, 2, 3 and 4 (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 2 and 4 only
77. Which one of the following is the correct chronological order of the battle fought in India? (a) Ist Carnatic war – Battle of Ambur - 3rd
Anglo-Maratha war- Battle of Buxar (b) Battle of Buxar - 3rd Anglo-Maratha war
- Battle of Ambur - Ist Carnatic war (c) Ist Carnatic war – Battle of Ambur -
Battle of Buxar - 3rd Anglo-Maratha war
(d) Battle of Buxar -3rd Anglo-Maratha war- Ist Carnatic war - Battle of Ambur
78. With reference to the “Main demands of Moderates”, consider the following statements:
1. The expansion and reform of the Legislative councils.
2. Proportional representation of Hindus, Muslims, depressed communities in the Legislative councils.
3. Reduction of Military Expenditure. Select the correct answer using the coded given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
79. With reference to ‘Brexit’, consider the following statements: 1. Brexit refers to the United Kingdom's
withdrawal from the European Union. 2. Article 50 of the Treaty of Lisbon gives
the country leaving European Union four years to negotiate an exit deal.
3. Article 50 of the Treaty of Lisbon gives any European Union member the right to quit unilaterally.
Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
80. With reference to ‘China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)’, consider the following statements: 1. It is part of the Belt and Road Initiative
proposed by the Chinese government. 2. CPEC aims to build an economic
corridor running from Kashgar, Xinjiang, to Pakistan’s Gwadar Port.
Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
81. With reference to ‘South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation’ (SAARC); consider the following statements: 1. Mauritius and Myanmar are members
of SAARC. 2. Nepal was the last to join the SAARC
grouping. 3. According to SAARC charter, decisions
at all levels shall be taken on the basis of unanimity.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
82. Consider the following pairs: Islands sometimes mentioned in the news
Located in
1. Chagos Islands : Indian Ocean 2. Marshall Islands : Atlantic Ocean 3. Diaoyu Islands : Arctic Ocean
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Which of the above pairs is / are correctly matched? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
83. ‘MERCOSUR’ is a regional economic organisation sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of (a) North America (b) West Asia (c) Central Asia (d) South America
84. Which of the following Fundamental Rights are guaranteed by the Indian Constitution? 1. Right against being compelled to be
witness against oneself 2. Recognition for Associations 3. Free and Compulsory Education 4. Right to vote Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 (b) 1 and 3 (c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
85. With reference to the Global Tiger Forum (GTF), which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an international non-governmental
organization. 2. They are providing leadership
throughout the world in order to safeguard the survival of the Tiger, its prey and the habitat.
3. GTF is giving membership for members from the Tiger range countries only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
86. Consider the following statements: 1. Mahad satyagraha was organised to
demand job reservations for Dalits. 2. It was directed towards asserting
separate electorate for depressed classes.
3. It was directed towards opening up access to community water tanks that had been barred to Dalits.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (b) 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
87. The Sarvatobhadrika image of 4 Jinas standing back to back belongs to (a) Sarnath school of art (b) Mathura school of art (c) Amaravati school of art (d) Gandhara school of art
88. Which one of the following is not correct about Woods Despatch?
(a) It is considered as the “Magna Carta of English Education in India
(b) It repudiated the downward filtration theory
(c) It laid stress on female education and vocational education
(d) It recommended English as the medium of instruction at all levels
89. The term ‘Ransomware’, sometimes seen in the news, refers to (a) advertising-supported software (b) next generation e-ticketing system
developed by IRCTC (c) a type of malicious software designed to
block access to a computer system until a sum of money is paid
(d) Infrared Search and Track mechanism used in combat aircrafts
90. With reference to ‘NIKSHAY’, sometimes seen in the news, which of the following statement is/are correct? 1. It is an android emergency application,
which can send a distress call or emergency message to a specified contact or group in an emergency situation faced by a woman or any other individual in general.
2. It was developed by National Informatics Centre (NIC).
Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
91. In the context of Digital India initiatives, the term ‘OpenForge’, sometimes seen in the news, refers to (a) Government of India's platform for open
collaborative development of e-governance applications
(b) a scheme that aims to reduce diversion and eliminate duplicate or bogus LPG connections
(c) a campaign for achieving universal accessibility that enables people with disabilities to gain access for equal opportunity
(d) an online volunteering platform for interested citizens who want to contribute to the success of Digital India program
92. Regarding ‘eSAMPARK’ sometimes seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an e-Governance initiative for the
rural sector providing comprehensive software solution attempting automation of Gram Panchayat functions.
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2. The platform is used for sharing informational and public service messages.
Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
93. With reference to ‘HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2017’, consider the following statements: 1. The Bill seeks to prevent the spread and
control of HIV in the country. 2. The Bill makes anti-retroviral therapy a
legal right of HIV/AIDS patient. 3. The Bill does not safeguard the property
rights of HIV positive people. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
94. Which of the following is not a Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)? (a) Promotion of Free Trade as a strategic
tool for sustainable development (b) Ensure inclusive and quality education
for all and promote lifelong learning (c) Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient and
sustainable (d) Take urgent action to combat climate
change and its impacts
95. Which one of the following is a purpose of ‘Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana’, a scheme of the Government? (a) Providing skill training for the rural
youth who are poor and provide them with jobs
(b) Providing all-weather road connectivity to all eligible unconnected habitations
(c) Providing accessible, affordable and quality health care to the rural population
(d) Providing round the clock power to rural households and adequate power to agricultural consumers
96. Regarding ‘Varishtha Pension Bima Yojana’, which of the following statements are correct? 1. It aims to provide social security during
old age and protect elderly persons aged 60 years and above.
2. Only one member of a family can join the scheme.
3. The scheme will be implemented through Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC).
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
97. With reference to ‘Regional Connectivity Scheme (UDAN)’, consider the following statements: 1. It is aimed at facilitating / stimulating
regional air connectivity by making it affordable.
2. It is only intended to revive under-served airports of the country.
3. Under this scheme, the entire seats available in the flight will be capped at Rs. 2,500 per hour’s flight.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
98. ‘Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana’’, has been launched for (a) providing continuous power supply to
rural India (b) providing all-weather road connectivity
to all eligible unconnected habitations (c) spreading digital literacy among six
crore households of rural belt (d) strengthening ‘self-help groups’ and
providing skill development
99. With reference to Smart Cities Mission, consider the following statements: 1. It aims to develop and upgrade living
conditions and infrastructure in selected 500 cities across the country.
2. It aims to drive economic growth and improve the quality of life of people by enabling local development and harnessing technology as a means to create smart outcomes for citizens.
3. The programme is using the 'Challenge' or competition method to select cities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
100. With reference to ‘BrahMos Missile’, often seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The BrahMos ballistic missile is a joint
venture between Russia and India. 2. The missile operates on ‘fire and forget’
principle. 3. The missile has flight range of up to
1000 km. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
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