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1) Which of the following are common to

Buddhism & Jainism:

1. Preaching in Pali - the language of the

common people.

2. Division into sects after the death of Buddha

&Mahavir

3. Support & Popularity among Vaishyas

Shudras

4. Complete rebuttal of meat eating and belief in

ahimsa

Select the correct answer using the codes given

below.

a) 2 and 4 only

b) 2, & 3 only

c) 2, 3 & 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

2) The concept of Universal Banking implies

a) Providing banking facilities to all people

b) Enabling basic banking services in rural areas

c) Merging banks to create large banks with

universal presence

d) Providing all banking products under one

roof

3) “Doing Business” is a report released by

a) International Monetary Fund

b) World Bank

c) Federal Reserve

d) World Trade Organisation



Which of the following are common to

the language of the

after the death of Buddha

3. Support & Popularity among Vaishyas &

4. Complete rebuttal of meat eating and belief in


The concept of Universal Banking implies

Providing banking facilities to all people

Enabling basic banking services in rural areas

Merging banks to create large banks with

products under one

eport released by

International Monetary Fund

4) Consider the following statements about

carbon dioxide emissions in G20 countries:

1. India has one of the highest per capita CO2

emissions.

2. Brazil has one of the lowest per capita

emissions.

3. The G20 nations combined have more CO2

emissions than the rest of the world.

Select the correct statement using the codes

given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) All of the above

5) Consider the following statements with

respect to Green Ratings.

1. Bombay House is the first heritage building in

India to get Green Rating.

2. The Green Rating has been provided by the

The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI

3. TERI also comes up with Energy Conservation

Building Code (ECBC)

for construction of green buildings.

Select the correct statements using the codes

given below.

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

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Consider the following statements about

carbon dioxide emissions in G20 countries:

India has one of the highest per capita CO2

2. Brazil has one of the lowest per capita

3. The G20 nations combined have more CO2

emissions than the rest of the world.


Consider the following statements with

respect to Green Ratings.

1. Bombay House is the first heritage building in

India to get Green Rating.

2. The Green Rating has been provided by the

he Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)

3. TERI also comes up with Energy Conservation

to provide a framework

for construction of green buildings.



6) Government of India declares Minimum

Support Price (MSP) for which of the following?

1. Gram

2. Jute

3. Sugarcane

4. Banana


below.

a) 3 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1, 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

7) A particular state in India has the following

characteristics:

1. Jhumming is the main type of agriculture

practiced in the State.

2. This state has shown a population drop

between 2001-2011.

3. It shares international boundary with one

country.

Select the correct answer from the codes given

below

a) Assam

b) Arunachal Pradesh

c) Nagaland

d) Manipur



Government of India declares Minimum

which of the following?


A particular state in India has the following

1. Jhumming is the main type of agriculture

2. This state has shown a population drop

undary with one


Manipur

8) Consider the following formations developed

by the sea waves.

1. Stacks

2. Sea arches

3. Sea cliff

Which of the above formations are erosional

features developed by sea waves?

a) 1 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

9) Consider the following

1. Clouds appear dark before rains due to

reflection of most of the sunlight by tightly

packed water droplets in clouds.

2. Cirrus clouds are one of the highest cloud

the sky.


given below.

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

10) Consider the following statements:

1. From one trophic level to

there is 1% transfer of energy.

2. Transfer of energy from one trophic level to

the next trophic level is Lind



the following formations developed

Which of the above formations are erosional

features developed by sea waves?

Consider the following statements:

before rains due to

reflection of most of the sunlight by tightly

packed water droplets in clouds.

one of the highest clouds in



1. From one trophic level to the next trophic level

there is 1% transfer of energy.

2. Transfer of energy from one trophic level to

next trophic level is Lindeman law.


Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2


11) If the sea surface temperature were to rise,

which of the following could be the possible

outcomes?

1. Possibility of large storms would

2. Salinity of oceans would increase

3. Coral Bleaching would take place

4. Habitat destruction of certain mammals

would take place

5. Decrease in invasive species and overall loss of

bio diversity


given below.

a) 2, 3 and 4 only

b) 3 and 4 only

c) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only

d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

12) The relationship between man and nature

today can at best be described as

a) Mutualism

b) Commensalism

c) Amensalism

d) Biotrophic parasitism




If the sea surface temperature were to rise,

which of the following could be the possible

1. Possibility of large storms would decrease

alinity of oceans would increase

3. Coral Bleaching would take place

4. Habitat destruction of certain mammals

5. Decrease in invasive species and overall loss of


The relationship between man and nature

today can at best be described as

13) The theory of Fundamental Rights implies

a) Sovereignty of the People

b) Equality of opportunity for all

c) Limited Government

d) Equality of all before law

14) Which of the following is true regarding the

Vice-Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

a) One has to be a membe

for election to the post of the Vice

b) One needs to be an elected member of the

Rajya Sabha for election to the post of the Vice

Chairman.

c) One has to be a member of either House of

Parliament for election to the post of

Chairman.

d) There is an established convention that the

Vice-Chairman of the RajyaSabha belongs to the

main opposition party in the Rajya Sabha

15) Consider the following statements regarding

the Vice-President of India.

1. The Vice-President is elected by an electoral

college consisting of all the members of the both

houses of Parliament.

2. The constitution is silent about the situation

when the seat of Vice President falls vacant.

3. The Vice President of India enjoys powers

analogous to the Vice President of USA.


given below.



of Fundamental Rights implies

Sovereignty of the People

Equality of opportunity for all

Limited Government

Equality of all before law

Which of the following is true regarding the

Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

One has to be a member of the Rajya Sabha

for election to the post of the Vice-Chairman.

One needs to be an elected member of the

Rajya Sabha for election to the post of the Vice-

One has to be a member of either House of

Parliament for election to the post of the Vice-

There is an established convention that the

Chairman of the RajyaSabha belongs to the

main opposition party in the Rajya Sabha

Consider the following statements regarding

President of India.

s elected by an electoral

college consisting of all the members of the both

2. The constitution is silent about the situation

when the seat of Vice President falls vacant.

3. The Vice President of India enjoys powers

Vice President of USA.



a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 1, 2 and 3 only



President’s rule in the State.

1. Parliament passes the budget of the state

during that period.

2. President can promulgate ordinance for the

governance of the state during that period.

3. The state legislature is either suspended or

dissolved.


below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3


Highest Terrestrial Research Centre.

1. It is being established in Himachal Pradesh.

2. It will serve as a natural cold storage for

preserving endangered and rare medical plants

for future generations.

3. It has been established by DRDO.

Select the incorrect statement using the codes

given below.

a) 1 only

b) 2 only




dget of the state

2. President can promulgate ordinance for the

governance of the state during that period.

3. The state legislature is either suspended or



Highest Terrestrial Research Centre.

1. It is being established in Himachal Pradesh.

2. It will serve as a natural cold storage for

and rare medical plants

3. It has been established by DRDO.


c) 1 and 3 only

d) 2 and 3 only

18) Genetically engineered mosquitoes are being

suggested to fight mosquito borne diseases. How

will such mosquitoes help in fight against

Dengue and Malaria?

a) The GM mosquitoes will predate on

mosquitoes that carry the disease

b) The GM mosquitoes will procreate with

existing mosquitoes and produce off

cannot mature

c) The GM mosquitoes will slowly increase in

population replacing normal mosquitoes.

d) The GM mosquitoes’ blood will be used to

develop vaccines for Dengue and Malaria


1. Sex ratio in urban areas are better than rural

areas in India

2. As per Census data, sex ratio is higher in

societies with higher education levels.

3. As per Socio Economic Caste Census, the

highest percentage of illiterate population in

rural areas live in Bihar.


given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) None of the Above



Genetically engineered mosquitoes are being

to fight mosquito borne diseases. How

will such mosquitoes help in fight against

The GM mosquitoes will predate on

mosquitoes that carry the disease

The GM mosquitoes will procreate with

existing mosquitoes and produce off-springs that

The GM mosquitoes will slowly increase in

population replacing normal mosquitoes.

The GM mosquitoes’ blood will be used to

develop vaccines for Dengue and Malaria


eas are better than rural

2. As per Census data, sex ratio is higher in

societies with higher education levels.

3. As per Socio Economic Caste Census, the

highest percentage of illiterate population in

rural areas live in Bihar.

correct statement using the codes


20) Which of the following is considered as a

global common?

1. Atmosphere

2. Outer Space

3. Arctic

4. Antarctic

5. High Oceans

6. Cyberspace

Select the correct answers from the codes given

below

a) 1, 2 and 3 only

b) 1, 2 and 5 only

c) 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6 only

d) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6

21) India has signed a Civil Nuclear Agreement

with all of the countries below except

1. South Korea

2. Namibia

3. Australia

4. Mongolia

5. Argentina

6. Canada


below.

a) 1, 2 and 5 only

b) 1, 2, 4 and 5 only

c) 3, 4 and 6 only



Which of the following is considered as a


India has signed a Civil Nuclear Agreement

with all of the countries below except –




the Fundamental Rights.

1. These rights are not available to the Armed

Forces.

2. They are not automatically suspended in case

of emergency proclaimed by the President.

3. They cannot be amended as they form a basic

feature of the Constitution.


given below.

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1, 2 and 3


23) The process of amendment as aid down in

the the Constitution is on the pattern of

a) Constitution of Canada

b) Government of India Act, 1935

c) Constitution of South Africa

d) Constitution of Ireland


wetlands.

1. Wetlands occur in every continent naturally

2. Wetlands performs functions such as water

purification, flood control and carbon sink.

3. Pacific Ocean is the World's largest Wetland.




Fundamental Rights.

1. These rights are not available to the Armed

2. They are not automatically suspended in case

of emergency proclaimed by the President.

3. They cannot be amended as they form a basic

feature of the Constitution.

ect statement using the codes

The process of amendment as aid down in

the the Constitution is on the pattern of

Constitution of Canada

Government of India Act, 1935

tution of South Africa

Constitution of Ireland

Consider the following statements about

1. Wetlands occur in every continent naturally

2. Wetlands performs functions such as water

purification, flood control and carbon sink.

ean is the World's largest Wetland.


4. Wetlands can be best described as ecotones.


given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 2 and 4 only

d) 1, 2 and 4 only

25) Which of the following can help in

desertification?

1. Afforestation

2. Creating artificial bunds

3. Mulching

4. Improving Drainage


below

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1, 2 and 4 only

c) 1, 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

26) Hemavati, Bhavani and Kabini are the

tributaries of the river

a) Mahanadi

b) Krishna

c) Kaveri

d) Godavari



4. Wetlands can be best described as ecotones.


Which of the following can help in mitigating


Bhavani and Kabini are the

27) Consider the following mammals.

1. Golden langur

2. Namdhapha Flying Squirrel

3. Lion-tailed macaque

4. Kashmir stag

Which of the above are critically e

a) 2 and 4 only

b) 1 and 3 only

c) 3 and 4 only

d) 1 and 4 only

28) Consider the following pairs:

Tiger Reserve State

1. Tadoba-Andhari

2. Simlipal

3. Mukandra Hills

Which of the above pairs is/are correctly

matched?

a) 2 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

29) Consider the following set of pairs.

1. Indicator species : a spec

trait or characteristic of the environment.

2. Keystone species : refer to a species that has

a strong role in structuring a community.



Consider the following mammals.

2. Namdhapha Flying Squirrel

Which of the above are critically endangered?

Consider the following pairs:

Tiger Reserve State

Maharashtra

2. Simlipal Odisha

lls Madhya Pradesh

Which of the above pairs is/are correctly

Consider the following set of pairs.

1. Indicator species : a species that defines a

trait or characteristic of the environment.

2. Keystone species : refer to a species that has

a strong role in structuring a community.


3. Foundation species : a species that has a

disproportionately large effect on its

environment relative to its abundance.

Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) All of the above

30) What is/are the implications of the liquid

outer core on the Earthquake waves?

1. Absorption of the S-waves

2. Refraction in the S-waves

3. Refraction in the P-waves

4. Absorption of the P-waves

Select the correct answer using the codes below:

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2, 3 and 4 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1, 3 and 4 only

31) Which of the following are incorrect about

Green Revolution?

1. Green Revolution has made Indian

Agriculture cereal centric

2. It has brought greater regional equity in

Agricultural production

3. It promoted use of Green manure and organic

pesticides and fertilizers.

Select the correct answers using the

below.



3. Foundation species : a species that has a

disproportionately large effect on its

elative to its abundance.

Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?

What is/are the implications of the liquid

outer core on the Earthquake waves?

Select the correct answer using the codes below:

Which of the following are incorrect about

1. Green Revolution has made Indian

2. It has brought greater regional equity in

3. It promoted use of Green manure and organic

Select the correct answers using the codes given

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 2 and 3 only

32) Which of the following are a definite

implication of a fall in inflation?

1. Fall in prices

2. Increase in prices more slowly than before.

3. Vigorous buying of consumer go

4. Fall in loan rates


below.

a) 1 and 3 only

b) 1, 3 and 4 only

c) 2 only

d) All of the above

33) Which of the following statements is/are

true?

1. The import share of Asia in India’s total

imports increased during 2015

2. India’s exports and imports to China

witnessed negative growth during 2015


given below.

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2




Which of the following are a definite

implication of a fall in inflation?

2. Increase in prices more slowly than before.

3. Vigorous buying of consumer goods


Which of the following statements is/are

1. The import share of Asia in India’s total

increased during 2015-16.

2. India’s exports and imports to China

witnessed negative growth during 2015-16.



34) With reference to recent Economic Survey

Report, Consider the following sectors of Indian

Economy.

1. Gems and Jewellery

2. Textiles

3. Petrochemical Products

Arrange these sectors in decreasing

their share in exports.

a) Gems and Jewellery > Textiles >

Petrochemical Products

b) Petrochemical Products > Gems and

Jewellery > Textiles

c) Petrochemical Products > Textiles > Gems

and Jewellery

d) Gems and Jewellery > Petrochemical

Products > Textiles

35) Consider the following statements.

1. More than 60 per cent of FDI equity flow in

India comes from Mauritius and South Korea.

2. Gujarat is the largest recipient of FDI among

Indian states.


given below.

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2


36) The Mughal School of painting was

influenced by

1. European school of painting



Economic Survey

Report, Consider the following sectors of Indian

ange these sectors in decreasing order as per

Gems and Jewellery > Textiles >

Petrochemical Products > Gems and

Petrochemical Products > Textiles > Gems

Gems and Jewellery > Petrochemical

Consider the following statements.

equity flow in

India comes from Mauritius and South Korea.

2. Gujarat is the largest recipient of FDI among


School of painting was

2. Persian school of painting

3. Indian school of painting


below.

a) 1 and 3 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

37) Rekhapida, Pidhadeul

classifications of temple architecture of which

region?

a) Odisha

b) Bengal

c) Assam

d) Western India

38) It is essentially a ritualistic art practiced in

temples and sacred groves where the

representation of deities

the floor. Artists are generally members of

communities like the Kurups. The art is

practiced using natural pigments and powders,

usually in five colours. The drawing is done with

bare hands without the use of tools. The pictures

are developed from the centre, growing

outwards, patch by patch.

Which art is the excerpt referring to?

a) Muggu

b) Kalamezhuthu

c) Mandana

d) Alpana



2. Persian school of painting

3. Indian school of painting


Pidhadeul and Khakra are

classifications of temple architecture of which

It is essentially a ritualistic art practiced in

temples and sacred groves where the

representation of deities like Kali are made on

the floor. Artists are generally members of

communities like the Kurups. The art is

practiced using natural pigments and powders,

usually in five colours. The drawing is done with

bare hands without the use of tools. The pictures

developed from the centre, growing

outwards, patch by patch.

Which art is the excerpt referring to?



the Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA

1. Economic Union is one of the forms of PTA.

2. All WTO members have concluded at least one

PTA.


given below.

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2


40) With reference to The India Aspiration fund,

consider the following statements.

1. It will be financing the expanding units in the

MSME sector.

2. It has been set up under Mudra Bank.


given below.

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2


41) The Economic Survey (2015-

that India has been "exporting water". How is

this being done?

a) Private companies have been exporting

mineral rich water from Himalayanrivers.




the Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) .

is one of the forms of PTA.

2. All WTO members have concluded at least one


With reference to The India Aspiration fund,

the following statements.

1. It will be financing the expanding units in the

2. It has been set up under Mudra Bank.


-16) mentions

that India has been "exporting water". How is

Private companies have been exporting

mineral rich water from Himalayanrivers.

b) India is a major exporter of crops that have

high amount of water embed

c) India has allowed MNCs to extract ground

water which is being exported as carbonated

beverages all over the world.


42) In the term “Extended Producer

Responsibility”, the term “responsibility” refers

to

1. Ensuring safety of products being sold to

consumers

2. Organizing and financing sound management

of e-waste

3. Ensuring that product performs as advertised


below:

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 2 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

43) Which of the following mountains are Fold

Mountains?

1. Himalayan Mountains in Asia

2. Alps in Europe

3. Andes in South America

4. Rockies in North America

5. Sierra Nevada mountains in North America


below:



India is a major exporter of crops that have

high amount of water embedded in them

India has allowed MNCs to extract ground

water which is being exported as carbonated

beverages all over the world.

In the term “Extended Producer

Responsibility”, the term “responsibility” refers

ety of products being sold to

2. Organizing and financing sound management

3. Ensuring that product performs as advertised


Which of the following mountains are Fold

1. Himalayan Mountains in Asia

3. Andes in South America

America

5. Sierra Nevada mountains in North America



a) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

b) 1, 2, 3 and 4

c) 1, 3, 4 and 5

d) 1, 2,4 and 5

44) Which of the following river flows between

Ajanta range and Balaghat range?

a) Narmada

b) Godavari

c) Krishna

d) Kaveri


Magma:

1. Most magma are the combination of liquid,

solid and gas.

2. Water vapour and carbon dioxide are the

principal gases dissolved in magma.

3. Basaltic magma is hotter than the silicic

magma.

4. The magma solidified between sedimentary

rocks in a horizontal position is known as dike.


below:

a) 1, 2 and 3 only

b) 2, 3 and 4 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4



Which of the following river flows between

Ajanta range and Balaghat range?


Most magma are the combination of liquid,

2. Water vapour and carbon dioxide are the

principal gases dissolved in magma.

3. Basaltic magma is hotter than the silicic

4. The magma solidified between sedimentary

osition is known as dike.


46) The process by which the nutritional quality

of food crops is improved through biological

means such as conventional plant breeding is

known as

a) Bio-manipulation

b) Bio-fortification

c) Bio-accumulation

d) Bio-leaching

47) The term anchor banks, recently in news are

a) Big Banks in which small banks could be

merged

b) Banks that provide all range

banking to insurance to Mutual Funds

c) Banks that need to be propped up in rural

areas as they already have wide rural presence

d) Group of identified banks that need to

vigorously pursue priority lending

48) Consider the following stat

1. National Food Security Mission's goal is to

ensure delivery of foodgrains to every citizen of

the country under Right to Food Act.

2. The purpose of NATGRID is to bring

electricity produced by both conventional and

unconventional sources into a

Grid.

3. The Indira Gandhi MatritvaSahyogYojana

aims to reduce maternal and neo natal mortality

by promoting institutional delivery.



The process by which the nutritional quality

of food crops is improved through biological

as conventional plant breeding is

The term anchor banks, recently in news are

Big Banks in which small banks could be

Banks that provide all range of services from

banking to insurance to Mutual Funds

Banks that need to be propped up in rural

areas as they already have wide rural presence

Group of identified banks that need to

vigorously pursue priority lending


1. National Food Security Mission's goal is to

ensure delivery of foodgrains to every citizen of

the country under Right to Food Act.

2. The purpose of NATGRID is to bring

electricity produced by both conventional and

unconventional sources into a single National

3. The Indira Gandhi MatritvaSahyogYojana

aims to reduce maternal and neo natal mortality

by promoting institutional delivery.


4) The Janani Suraksha Yojana aims to protect

women against wage loss in case of motherhood

and provides compensatory allowance.


given below.

a) 1, 3 and 4 only

b) 1 only

c) 3 and 4 only


49) In context of Multiple Drug Resistant

bacteria, consider the following statements

1. Improper use of antibiotics leads to the rise of

MDR Bacteria

2. MDR Bacteria only harms those people who

make improper use of antibiotics

3. MDR is a concern because very little advances

have been made in invention of newer

antibiotics.

Which of the above statements are

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

50) Consider the following statements

1. Decline in natural pollinators like the bee can

create a challenge to global food security

2. Crops like wheat, rice, soya beans do not

require any insect pollinators.



The Janani Suraksha Yojana aims to protect

women against wage loss in case of motherhood

ompensatory allowance.


In context of Multiple Drug Resistant

bacteria, consider the following statements

antibiotics leads to the rise of

2. MDR Bacteria only harms those people who

make improper use of antibiotics

3. MDR is a concern because very little advances

have been made in invention of newer

Which of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements

1. Decline in natural pollinators like the bee can

create a challenge to global food security

2. Crops like wheat, rice, soya beans do not

3. Decline in natural pollinators does not impact

biodiversity and agricultural economy.

Select the incorrect statements using the codes

given below

a) 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 3 only


51) The Competition Act, 2002 was enacted in

consonance with which of the following

provisions of the Constitution of India?

1. State shall strive to promote the welfare of the

people by securing and protecting as effectively,

as it may, a social order in which justice socia

economic and political shall inform all the

institutions of the national life under Article 38.

2. The ownership and control of the material

resources of the community are so distributed as

best to sub serve the common good and the

operation of the economic system does not result

in the concentration of wealth and means of

production to the common detriment under

Article 39.

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

52) Judicial review in India does not extend to

1. The advice that the Council of ministers gives

to the President



3. Decline in natural pollinators does not impact

biodiversity and agricultural economy.

Select the incorrect statements using the codes

Act, 2002 was enacted in

consonance with which of the following

provisions of the Constitution of India?

1. State shall strive to promote the welfare of the

people by securing and protecting as effectively,

as it may, a social order in which justice social,

economic and political shall inform all the

institutions of the national life under Article 38.

2. The ownership and control of the material

resources of the community are so distributed as

best to sub serve the common good and the

omic system does not result

in the concentration of wealth and means of

production to the common detriment under

Which of the statements given above is/are

n India does not extend to

1. The advice that the Council of ministers gives


2. The discretionary powers of the Governors

3. The privileges enjoyed by Parliament

Members


below

a) 3 only

b) 1 and 3 only

c) All of the above


53) Which of the following provisions of the

Constitution came into force from November,

1949?

1. Fundamental Rights

2. Provisions relating to citizenship.

3. Provisions relating to elections.

4. Provisions related to provisional parliament.


below:

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1, 2 and 3 only

c) 2, 3 and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4


the Appropriation Bill:

1. It is the biggest tool of the legislature for

financial control over executive

2. It cannot be amended to vary the amount of

any charged expenditure.



2. The discretionary powers of the Governors

3. The privileges enjoyed by Parliament


Which of the following provisions of the

Constitution came into force from November,

2. Provisions relating to citizenship.

3. Provisions relating to elections.

Provisions related to provisional parliament.



the biggest tool of the legislature for

2. It cannot be amended to vary the amount of

3. It includes only the expenditure charged on

the Consolidated Fund of India.

Select the correct statement usin

given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

55) Which of the following rights are available to

Indian citizens as well as foreigners residing in

Indian Territory?

1. Cultural and Educational Rights

2. Right to Freedom of religion.

3. Right against discrimination by the state on

ground of religion, race, caste or sex.

4. Right to personal liberty


below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 3 and 4 only

c) 2 and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4


1. Biodiversity is unevenly distributed across the

earth

2. Loss of bio diversity threatens both businesses

and people

3. Agriculture in general and Plantation crops in

particular are a threat to bio diversity



3. It includes only the expenditure charged on

the Consolidated Fund of India.


Which of the following rights are available to

Indian citizens as well as foreigners residing in

1. Cultural and Educational Rights

Freedom of religion.

3. Right against discrimination by the state on

ground of religion, race, caste or sex.

4. Right to personal liberty



1. Biodiversity is unevenly distributed across the

2. Loss of bio diversity threatens both businesses

3. Agriculture in general and Plantation crops in

particular are a threat to bio diversity


4. Promoting invasive species increases bio

diversity as it leads to introduction of new

species.


given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 3 and 4 only

c) 1, 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 4 only

57) Consider the following features of soil.

1. Humus content is low.

2. It develops in area with high temperature and

heavy rainfall.

3. It is very useful for growing tea and coffee.

Which of the following soil possess such

features?

a) Laterite Soil

b) Black soil

c) Red and Yellow soils

d) Alluvial soil

58) Consider the following statements about the

Alpine Tundra:

1. The Alpine Tundra is located on latitudes

which are south of Arctic Tundra and North of

Antarctic Tundra.

2. The soil of Alpine Tundra is frozen in winters

known as Permafrost



Promoting invasive species increases bio

diversity as it leads to introduction of new


eatures of soil.

2. It develops in area with high temperature and

3. It is very useful for growing tea and coffee.

Which of the following soil possess such

Consider the following statements about the

1. The Alpine Tundra is located on latitudes

which are south of Arctic Tundra and North of

2. The soil of Alpine Tundra is frozen in winters

3. The plants and animals of Alpine Tundra are

almost similar to that of Arctic Tundra


below:

a) 1, 2 and 3

b) 1 and 2

c) 1 and 3



1. Drip Irrigation can help reduce consumption

of both water and fertilizer in agriculture

2. Drip Irrigation can lead to improvement in

net farm incomes

3. Drip Irrigation can be promoted by according

it "infrastructure lending" status.

Select the correct answers from the choices given

below

a) 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1, 2 and 3 only

d) 1 and 3 only

60) In recent times, there has been heavy

investments in Start Ups in India and China.

Chinese start ups have in general done better

than Indian Start Ups. W

1. Lack of competition in China vis

2. Lack of innovation in India vis

3. Less consumer base in India



3. The plants and animals of Alpine Tundra are

almost similar to that of Arctic Tundra



Drip Irrigation can help reduce consumption

of both water and fertilizer in agriculture

2. Drip Irrigation can lead to improvement in

3. Drip Irrigation can be promoted by according

it "infrastructure lending" status.

swers from the choices given

In recent times, there has been heavy

investments in Start Ups in India and China.

Chinese start ups have in general done better

than Indian Start Ups. Why?

1. Lack of competition in China vis-a-vis India

2. Lack of innovation in India vis-a-vis China

3. Less consumer base in India



below.

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 1, 2 and 3



the scheme Perform-Achieve-Trade PAT

under the National Mission for Enhanced

Energy Efficiency.

1. Identified industries face penalty if they do

not adhere to the norms specified for

emissions under the scheme.

2. Industries can trade energy savings among

each other.

3. The scheme also prescribes a minimum

renewable energy purchase obligation on

concerned entities like distribution companies.


below:

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) All of the above

62) Consider the following features of

architecture.

1. Prayer chamber was spacious.

2. Ornamental decoration was vital.




onsider the following statements about

Trade PAT

under the National Mission for Enhanced

1. Identified industries face penalty if they do

not adhere to the norms specified for

2. Industries can trade energy savings among

3. The scheme also prescribes a minimum

renewable energy purchase obligation on

concerned entities like distribution companies.


Consider the following features of

2. Ornamental decoration was vital.

Which of these features are common in between

Indian Style and Islamic style of Architecture

(especially mosques and temples

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2


1. The Indus Valley Civilisation was primarily an

urban civilisation

2. The Indus Valley people

Goddess and Pashupati and built temples for

Gods

3. Indus Valley people were the earliest to

produce Cotton.


below

a) 2 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1 and 3 only

64) Which of the following are not true about

subsidies

a) The benefits of subsidies spread well beyond

its immediate recipients.

b) Subsidies accelerate the economic growth of

the country and also spread this growth to a

larger population.

c) Subsidies are an examp

economic justice.



Which of these features are common in between

Islamic style of Architecture

(especially mosques and temples) ?


1. The Indus Valley Civilisation was primarily an

2. The Indus Valley people worshipped Mother

Goddess and Pashupati and built temples for

3. Indus Valley people were the earliest to


f the following are not true about

The benefits of subsidies spread well beyond

its immediate recipients.

Subsidies accelerate the economic growth of

the country and also spread this growth to a

Subsidies are an example of redistributive


d) Subsidies benefit the larger population, both

present and future


1. It is the busiest ocean commercially.

2. Its coastline is highly indented.

3. It is in ‘S’ shape.

Which of the following ocean has been indicated

above?

a) Pacific ocean

b) Arctic ocean

c) Atlantic ocean

d) Indian ocean


tides:

1. Spring tides occur during the full moon and

the new moon days.

2. When ship enters into river from sea, it rises

slightly.


below:

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2


67) Which of the following are natural

mechanisms to maintain balance in

environment?



Subsidies benefit the larger population, both


1. It is the busiest ocean commercially.

2. Its coastline is highly indented.

of the following ocean has been indicated


1. Spring tides occur during the full moon and

ers into river from sea, it rises


Which of the following are natural

mechanisms to maintain balance in

1. Cyclic flow of energy and nutrients.

2. Competition for obtaining resources like food,

cover and water.

3. No. of producers is always more than no. of

consumers.


a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3


Hotspots?

1. They are micro-diversity areas.

2. They are priority areas for in

conservation.

3. India accounts for four worldwide recognized

hotspots.

4. There are 40 designated hotspots around

world.


given below.

a) 1 only

b) 3 only

c) 1, 3 and 4 only

d) 2 and 3 only

69) Consider the following features:

1. Single Citizenship



low of energy and nutrients.

2. Competition for obtaining resources like food,

3. No. of producers is always more than no. of



diversity areas.

2. They are priority areas for in-situ

3. India accounts for four worldwide recognized

4. There are 40 designated hotspots around the


Consider the following features:


2. Dual Judiciary

3. Three lists in the constitution

4. Federal Supreme Court to interpret the

Constitution

Which of the above features are common to both

Indian and American Federation?

a) 4 only

b) 3 and 4 only

c) 1, 3 and 4 only

d) 2 and 4 only

70) The Rajamandala, formulated by Kautilya in

Arthshastra, refers to

a) The kingdoms under the ruler’s ambit

b) The circle of friendly and enemy states

surrounding the ruler’s kingdom

c) loyal and trustworthy coterie of the king

d) The military alliance of two or more kingdoms

71) Which of the following were the causes of

ruination of Indian handicraft industries in pre

independence India ?

1. Construction of railways

2. Introduction of free trade

3. Rise of the middle class


below:

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 1 , 2 and 3 only

d) 1 and 3 only



reme Court to interpret the

Which of the above features are common to both

Indian and American Federation?

The Rajamandala, formulated by Kautilya in

The kingdoms under the ruler’s ambit

The circle of friendly and enemy states

surrounding the ruler’s kingdom

loyal and trustworthy coterie of the king

The military alliance of two or more kingdoms

Which of the following were the causes of

uination of Indian handicraft industries in pre-


72) Which of the following hold true when

British East India Company competed with

other European powers for trade with India?

1. India exported as well as imported items

equally.

2. High import duties were imposed on Indian

goods.


below:

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2


73) With reference to Civil disobedience

movement, consider the following statements.

1. It was launched to remedy the wrongs of

Government of India act of 1919.

2. There was deliberate violation of law.

3. Women were involved in picketing liquor

shops.


given below

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2, and 3 only

74) Consider the followin

India.

1. Tirot Sing



Which of the following hold true when

British East India Company competed with

other European powers for trade with India?

1. India exported as well as imported items

2. High import duties were imposed on Indian

t the correct answer using the codes given

With reference to Civil disobedience

movement, consider the following statements.

1. It was launched to remedy the wrongs of

a act of 1919.

2. There was deliberate violation of law.

3. Women were involved in picketing liquor


Consider the following Freedom Fighters of


2. PaonaBrajbashi

3. Rani Gaidinliu

4. KanaklataBarua

Which of these freedom fighters were based in

North East India?

a) 3 only

b) 3 and 4 only

c) 1, 3 and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4


1. The dominance of Brahmins in Civil Services,

Legislative Council's, Press led to the Justice

Movement in Madras Presidency

2. It was the Madras Presidency that first

introduced Mid Day Meal scheme in Schools

3. Justice Party vehemently oppose

Besant’s Home Rule Movement.


below

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

76) The Partition of Bengal was enacted in 1905

by Lord Curzon. Which of the following was not

the reason for doing so?

1. To break the growth of Bengali Nationalism

2. To divide Hindus & Muslims in Bengal



Which of these freedom fighters were based in

statements

1. The dominance of Brahmins in Civil Services,

Legislative Council's, Press led to the Justice

Movement in Madras Presidency

2. It was the Madras Presidency that first

introduced Mid Day Meal scheme in Schools

3. Justice Party vehemently opposed Annie


The Partition of Bengal was enacted in 1905

by Lord Curzon. Which of the following was not

1. To break the growth of Bengali Nationalism

2. To divide Hindus & Muslims in Bengal

3. To demonstrate the might of British

Government

4. To create a divide within the Congress


below

a) 3 only

b) 4 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 3 and 4 only

77) Which of the following were the outcomes of

the Gaya Session of Congress in 1922?

1. Suspension of Non Cooperation Movement

2. Formation of Swaraj Party

3. Split within the Congress

Select the correct answers

below

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) All of the above


78) The Simon Commission published its report

in May 1930. Which of the following are not true

regarding it.

1. It stated that dyarchy had failed to work

2. It recommended establishment of an

autonomous government

3. It became the basis for enacting the




3. To demonstrate the might of British

4. To create a divide within the Congress


Which of the following were the outcomes of

the Gaya Session of Congress in 1922?

1. Suspension of Non Cooperation Movement

2. Formation of Swaraj Party

3. Split within the Congress


The Simon Commission published its report

in May 1930. Which of the following are not true

1. It stated that dyarchy had failed to work.

2. It recommended establishment of an

autonomous government

3. It became the basis for enacting the




below

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2 only


79) According to the Supreme Court of India,

legitimacy of the State Government can only be

tested in the Assembly. In which of the below

judgements, did the Supreme Court deliver this

ruling?

a) S R Bommai case

b) Minerva Mills case

c) Golaknath case

d) KesavanandaBharati Case

80) Which of the following are the Qualitative

measures of Monetary Policy?

1. Rationing of credit

2. Credit ceiling

3. Consumer credit regulation


below

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only




ing to the Supreme Court of India,

legitimacy of the State Government can only be

tested in the Assembly. In which of the below

judgements, did the Supreme Court deliver this

Which of the following are the Qualitative


81) Which of the following are true about the

Indian Councils Act of 1892?

1. It was the first constitutional achievement of

Indian National Congress.

2. It enabled Indians to discuss and criticize the

budget.

3. It increased the number of additional

members in the Central Legislative Council.

Select the correct statements from the codes

given below

a) 2 only

b) 3 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3


1. A Bill pending in Rajya Sabha

been passed by Lok Sabha lapses on the

dissolution of Lok Sabha.

2. If the President has notified about his

intention to summon a joint sitting on a Bill, the

bill does not lapse even if the Lok Sabha is

dissolved after the notification.


given below.

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2



the Cold Weather Season of India.



Which of the following are true about the

Indian Councils Act of 1892?

1. It was the first constitutional achievement of

Indian National Congress.

2. It enabled Indians to discuss and criticize the

sed the number of additional

members in the Central Legislative Council.

Select the correct statements from the codes


1. A Bill pending in Rajya Sabha which has not

been passed by Lok Sabha lapses on the

dissolution of Lok Sabha.

2. If the President has notified about his

intention to summon a joint sitting on a Bill, the

bill does not lapse even if the Lok Sabha is

dissolved after the notification.

ct the correct statement using the codes


the Cold Weather Season of India.


1. During this season, southeast trade winds

prevail over the country.

2. The peninsular region have a well

cold season.

3. In this season, there is inflow of cyclonic

disturbances from the west and the northwest

over the northern plains.


below:

a) 1 and 3 only

b) 2 and 3

c) 3 only

d) All of the above

84) Which of the following bills can be

considered as Money Bill.

1. A bill dealing with imposition, remission,

alteration or regulation of tax

2. A bill dealing with regulation of the borrowing

of money or the giving of any guarantee by the

Government of India;

3. A bill dealing with appropriation of money out

of the consolidated Fund of India;

4. A bill providing for the imposition of fines or

fees


below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1, 2 and 3 only

c) 1, 3 and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4



1. During this season, southeast trade winds

2. The peninsular region have a well-defined

3. In this season, there is inflow of cyclonic

disturbances from the west and the northwest


Which of the following bills can be

1. A bill dealing with imposition, remission,

2. A bill dealing with regulation of the borrowing

the giving of any guarantee by the

3. A bill dealing with appropriation of money out

of the consolidated Fund of India;

4. A bill providing for the imposition of fines or


85) Which of the following were added to the

Directive Principles of State Policy by

amendments to the Constitution?

1. To protect and improve the environment and

safeguard wild life

2. Right of workers to participate in the

management of the industries

3. Right to Work

4. To protect and maintain places of historic

interest


below

a) 1 and 3 only

b) 2 and 4 only

c) 1, 3 and 4 only

d) 1 and 2 only

86) Which of the following modes of

transportation are part of Kaladan Transport

Project between Indian and Myanmar?

1. Road

2. Railways

3. Shipping

4. Inland waterways

Select the correct answer using the following

codes:

a) 1, 2 and 3 only

b) 1, 3 and 4 only

c) 2, 3 and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4



Which of the following were added to the

Directive Principles of State Policy by

amendments to the Constitution?

1. To protect and improve the environment and

Right of workers to participate in the

management of the industries

4. To protect and maintain places of historic


Which of the following modes of

transportation are part of Kaladan Transport

Project between Indian and Myanmar?

Select the correct answer using the following


87) The South Asian Free Trade Agreement

(SAFTA) has not been a success because of

1. Political hurdles among participating nations

2. Narrow export base of participants

3. Lack of efficient means of tran

amongst participant nations.


below:

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1 and 3 only

88) In order for bio-magnification to occur,

which of the following criterion must be fulfilled

by pollutant?

1. It must be short-lived.

2. It must be mobile.

3. It must be soluble in fats.

4. It must be biologically active.


below:

a) 1, 2, 3 and 4

b) 1, 2 and 3 only

c) 1, 3 and 4 only

d) 2, 3 and 4 only

89) The source of India's sovereignty lies in the

a) Office of the President

b) Westminster Form of Government



The South Asian Free Trade Agreement

has not been a success because of

1. Political hurdles among participating nations

2. Narrow export base of participants

3. Lack of efficient means of transport available


magnification to occur,

which of the following criterion must be fulfilled


The source of India's sovereignty lies in the

Westminster Form of Government

c) The People of India

d) Preamble to the Constitution

90) Which of the following statements are true?

1. Presidential election is held

expiration of the term of the outgoing President.

2. The term of the President’s office may be

extended on grounds that a State Assembly is

dissolved and the electoral college is incomplete.

3. If the term of any President is cut short by

reason of his death, resignation or removal, then

the election for the next president should be held

within three months of the occurrence of the

vacancy.

4. No person can be elected to the President's

Office more than twice.

Select the correct answer using the

below.

a) 1 only

b) 3 and 4 only

c) 1, 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4


Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD

1. The higher value of BOD indicates high

Dissolved Oxygen content of water.

2. To measure pollution load in water, BOD is a

better measure than Chemical Oxygen Demand

(COD) .

3. It is expressed in milligrams of oxygen per

litre of water.



Preamble to the Constitution

Which of the following statements are true?

1. Presidential election is held before the

expiration of the term of the outgoing President.

2. The term of the President’s office may be

extended on grounds that a State Assembly is

lectoral college is incomplete.

3. If the term of any President is cut short by

of his death, resignation or removal, then

the election for the next president should be held

within three months of the occurrence of the

4. No person can be elected to the President's

Office more than twice.



Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD)

1. The higher value of BOD indicates high

Dissolved Oxygen content of water.

pollution load in water, BOD is a

better measure than Chemical Oxygen Demand

3. It is expressed in milligrams of oxygen per



below:

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 3 only

92) A large, strikingly majestic bird that comes

to Indian wetlands to breed during winters.

Keoladeo National Park, Rajasthan is famous for

this bird. The Bird is:

a) White-bellied Heron

b) Bengal Florican

c) Siberian Crane

d) Jerdon’s Courser


1. In National Parks, protection is granted not

only to the flora and fauna of the protected

region, but also to the human communities

who inhabit these regions, and their ways of

life.

2. In National Parks, grazing, hunting and other

human activities are not allowed

Which of the above statement is/are correct?

a) 1 Only

b) 2 Only

c) Both 1 and 2





A large, strikingly majestic bird that comes

to Indian wetlands to breed during winters.

Keoladeo National Park, Rajasthan is famous for

the following statements:

1. In National Parks, protection is granted not

only to the flora and fauna of the protected

region, but also to the human communities

who inhabit these regions, and their ways of

grazing, hunting and other

human activities are not allowed

Which of the above statement is/are correct?

94) In the election of the President, each

member of the Electoral College has:

a) One vote

b) As many votes as there are candidates

c) One vote with value attached to it

d) One vote with value attached to it and he can

give as many preferences as there are candidates


Bhuvan.

1. Bhuvan is a satellite mapping tool closely

resembling Google Maps

2. Bhuvan has been indigenously developed by

DRDO


given below.

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 & 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

96) Which of the following are covered

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs

1. Gender Equality

2. Life Under Water

3. Zero Hunger


below

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 3 only



In the election of the President, each

member of the Electoral College has:

As many votes as there are candidates

One vote with value attached to it

One vote with value attached to it and he can

give as many preferences as there are candidates


satellite mapping tool closely

resembling Google Maps

2. Bhuvan has been indigenously developed by


Which of the following are covered under the

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)



c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

97) Dublin Regulations are concern

a) Guidelines for curbing industrial pollution in

Europe

b) Guidelines for fighting climate change by

developed Nations

c) Guidelines for dealing with arrival of refugees

in EU Nations

d) Voluntary adoption of carbon emission norms

by Developed Nations

98) With reference to Panchayati Raj System,

which among the following is/are elected

indirectly?

1. Chairperson of a Panchayat at intermediate

level.

2. Chairperson of a Panchayat at district level.

3. Members of Panchayat at interm


below.

a) 3 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

99) A minority educational institution means

1. A college or institution established by

members of a minority group



Dublin Regulations are concerned with

Guidelines for curbing industrial pollution in

Guidelines for fighting climate change by

Guidelines for dealing with arrival of refugees

Voluntary adoption of carbon emission norms

With reference to Panchayati Raj System,

which among the following is/are elected

1. Chairperson of a Panchayat at intermediate

2. Chairperson of a Panchayat at district level.

3. Members of Panchayat at intermediate level.


A minority educational institution means

1. A college or institution established by

2. A college or institution maintained by the


3. A college or institution imparting education to


4. An institution partially or fully funded by the

government for the welfare of minorities.


given below.

a) 1 and 3 only

b) 1, 3 and 4 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

100) Which of the following can be considered as

the true guardian of the Public Purse in India?

a) Comptroller & Auditor General of India

b) Public Accounts Committee

c) President of India

d) Finance Secretary



or institution maintained by the


3. A college or institution imparting education to


4. An institution partially or fully funded by the

government for the welfare of minorities.

tement using the codes

Which of the following can be considered as

the true guardian of the Public Purse in India?

oller & Auditor General of India

ic Accounts Committee

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