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Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Consider the following arguments: “No lawyer is a teacher. Some teachers are actors. All actors are rich. Some lawyers play golf. All those who play golf are generally rich.” Which one of the following is a valid conclusion regarding the above argument? | All lawyers who play golf are rich. | No lawyer is an actor. | Some actors are teachers. | Some actors play golf. | Option (a) is wrong because the line “All those who play golf are generally rich” suggests that all those who play golf may not always be rich. Option (b) is wrong as it is beyond the information given. We know that “No lawyer is a teacher. Some teachers are actors”. But we do not know whether any lawyer is an actor ... | 0 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Consider the following arguments: “No lawyer is a teacher. Some teachers are actors. All actors are rich. Some lawyers play golf. All those who play golf are generally rich.” Which one ... |
Basic Sciences | Chemistry | Inorganic Chemistry | As per 12 th FYP, key reasons for the lack of success of the Plan programmes are – | these Plans are designed in a top down manner and do not effectively articulate the needs and aspirations of the local people, especially the most vulnerable. | Lack of channels of communication between grass root level and related ministry where plans are formed. | Institutions at implementation level (e.g. the PRIs) remain weak and they do not have the capacity to plan or implement programmes effectively. | Political interference with bureaucracy at district level is demoralizing the administration at grass root level. Choose best option based upon validity of the statements given above – (a) 1 only b.1, 2, 3 c. 2, 3, 4 d.1, 3 | 12 th FYP Governance chapter xfc | 1 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Inorganic Chemistry
Section:Basic Sciences
Sub-Section:Chemistry
Question:As per 12 th FYP, key reasons for the lack of success of the Plan programmes are –
Options
##Option_A:these Plans are designed in a top down manner and do not effectively articulate the needs and aspiratio... |
Geography | Human and Economic | Population, Migration, Settlements | Which of the following statements is/are true? 1. Each nomadic community occupies a well-identified territory 2. pastoral nomad-ism is a subsistence activity. 3. Nomadic herders rely on animals for food, clothing, shelter, tools and transport a. 1 and 2 only b. 1,2 and 3 only c. 2 and 3 only d. 1 and 3 only | . | 1 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Population, Migration, Settlements
Section:Geography
Sub-Section:Human and Economic
Question:Which of the following statements is/are true? 1. Each nomadic community occupies a well-identified territory 2. pastoral nomad-ism is a subsistence activity. 3. Nomadic herders rely on a... | ||||
Geography | Human and Economic | Human Development | Which of the following statements regarding Multidimensional Poverty Index is/are true? The index uses the same three dimensions as the HDI. Child Mortality is an indicator of Health. Standard of living is deprived if safe drinking water is more than a 30-minute walk from home round trip. Select the correct answer usin... | 1 and 3 only | All | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
.
| 2 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Human Development
Section:Geography
Sub-Section:Human and Economic
Question:Which of the following statements regarding Multidimensional Poverty Index is/are true? The index uses the same three dimensions as the HDI. Child Mortality is an indicator of Health. Standard of living i... |
Geography | Human and Economic | Population, Migration, Settlements | Which of the following statements about Age-Sex Pyramid is/are true? Percentage of males and females is depicted separately. Pyramid of less developed countries usually has a narrow base. Japan"s Pyramid would have a tapered top. Select the correct answer using code given below: | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | Pyramid of less developed countries have broad base as birth rate is high. | 2 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Population, Migration, Settlements
Section:Geography
Sub-Section:Human and Economic
Question:Which of the following statements about Age-Sex Pyramid is/are true? Percentage of males and females is depicted separately. Pyramid of less developed countries usually has a narrow base.... |
Geography | Human and Economic | Population, Migration, Settlements | The main emphasis of Livestock Rearing is on breeding genetic improvement disease control slaughter | 1, 2 | 2, 3, 4 | 1, 2, 3 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Health care of animals is emphasized in livestock rearing. | 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Population, Migration, Settlements
Section:Geography
Sub-Section:Human and Economic
Question:The main emphasis of Livestock Rearing is on breeding genetic improvement disease control slaughter
Options
##Option_A: 1, 2###Option_B: 2, 3, 4##Option_C: 1, 2, 3##Option_D: 1, 2, 3, 4
A... |
Geography | Human and Economic | Human Development | Which of the following is not the indicator of HDI? Life Expectancy at Birth. Mean Years of Schooling Expected years of schooling. Decent standard of living. Access to Natural Resources. Adult Literacy Rate Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 2 and 5 only | 3, 5 and 6 only | 5 and 6 only | 1, 3, 4 only | HDI has been modified from 2010 and no longer includes adult literacy rate. | 1 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Human Development
Section:Geography
Sub-Section:Human and Economic
Question:Which of the following is not the indicator of HDI? Life Expectancy at Birth. Mean Years of Schooling Expected years of schooling. Decent standard of living. Access to Natural Resources. Adult Literacy Ra... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | Vedic Age | Which of the following languages belong to the Sanskrit family?
1. Assamese
2. German
3. Spanish
4. Kannada
| 4 only | 2, 4 only
| 1, 2, 3 | 2, 3 only | The following languages belong to Sanskrit family:
Assamese,Gujarati,Hindi,English,French,German,Spanish | 1 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Vedic Age
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Which of the following languages belong to the Sanskrit family?
1. Assamese
2. German
3. Spanish
4. Kannada
Options
##Option_A: 4 only ###Option_B: 2, 4... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | Vedic Age | Which of the following languages belong to Sanskrit family? 1. Assamese 2. German 3. Spanish 4. Kannada | 4 only | 2,4 only | 1,2,3 | 2,3 only | The following languages belong to Sanskrit family:
Assamese,Gujarati,Hindi,English,French,German,Spanish | 0 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Vedic Age
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Which of the following languages belong to Sanskrit family? 1. Assamese 2. German 3. Spanish 4. Kannada
Options
##Option_A: 4 only ###Option_B: 2,4 only##Option_C: 1... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan | Which of the following is/are true about Ashoka? He built medical treatment facilities for animals. Ashoka"s Dhamma included worshipping god Buddha. His messengers went to Syria to spread his message. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 | 2, 3 | 1, 3 | All | Ashoka's dhamma did not involve worship of a god, or performance of a sacrifice. | 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Which of the following is/are true about Ashoka? He built medical treatment facilities for animals. Ashoka"s Dhamma included worshipping god Buddha. His messengers went to Syria t... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | GS_History_Ancient and Medival_unclassified | Why was Mathura important in the Ancient Period?
1. It was a religious centre for Jains, Buddhists.
2. It was a centre for fine sculpture.
3. It was a centre for trade and commerce.
| 2, 3 | 1, 2
| 1, 2, 3 | 1, 3 | All are correct | 1 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:GS_History_Ancient and Medival_unclassified
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Why was Mathura important in the Ancient Period?
1. It was a religious centre for Jains, Buddhists.
2. It was a centre for fine sculpture.
3. It was a centr... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | GS_History_Ancient and Medival_unclassified |
Which of the following is/are correct about Shrenis of crafts persons?
Provided training.
Procured raw material.
Distributed finished product.
Served as banks.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
| 1, 2 and 3
| 2, 3 and 4
| 1, 2, 3 and 4
| 1, 3 and 4
| nan | 0 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:GS_History_Ancient and Medival_unclassified
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:
Which of the following is/are correct about Shrenis of crafts persons?
Provided training.
Procured raw material.
Distributed finished product... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | Religious Reforms | Identify the correct statement(s) about Upanishads. Upanishads envision an entirely orthodox outlook They envision the early stage of origin and development of religions They were used by brahmins to spread ritualism and cement their importance | 1, 2, 3 | Only 2 | 1 and 3 | None | Upanishads envision a progressive outlook. They represent the early stage of origin and development of religions-metaphyisical concepts that were later used in early and later vedic period by religious reformers. some follow traditional lines while others follow path of unorthodoxy | 3 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Religious Reforms
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Identify the correct statement(s) about Upanishads. Upanishads envision an entirely orthodox outlook They envision the early stage of origin and development of religions They were used by ... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | Religious Reforms | Which of the following is/are correct about the unorthodox religious movements?
1. They ignored infallibility and supernatural origin of vedas
2. Proponents of these movements were mainly disgruntled Brahmins
3. Many of their viewpoints were found in major Upanishads
4. Both Buddhism and Jainism were atheistic ... | All are correct | 1,2,3
| 1,3,4 | 2 and 3 | Buddha and mahavira were kshatrias | 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Religious Reforms
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about the unorthodox religious movements?
1. They ignored infallibility and supernatural origin of vedas
2. Proponents of these movements were mai... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | Religious Reforms | Which of the following is correct regarding Buddhism in its early form? | Endorsed the doctrine of karma | Belief in rebirths | Inevitability of suffering | Faith in God | Buddhism was atheistic to begin with but many changes came later on wherein according to a school, buddha came to be even regarded as an incarnation of vishnu | 3 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Religious Reforms
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Which of the following is correct regarding Buddhism in its early form?
Options
##Option_A: Endorsed the doctrine of karma###Option_B: Belief in rebirths##Option_C: Inevitability of suffer... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | Religious Reforms | Which of the following is/are incorrect statement(s) about Bhakti movement? Originated out of devotion of a single soul to a personal god There is an influence of folk elements in its origin Offshoots of Shaivism, Vaishnaivism, Shaktism had no link with orthodox Brahminism Sects of Bhakti developed mutually exclusive... | 1 and 2 | 2 and 4 | 3 and 4 | 4 only | Sects developed in bhakti movement which were considered as the components of orthodox brahminism. These sects in the course of time came to have a significant impact on buddhism and jainism. | 3 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Religious Reforms
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Which of the following is/are incorrect statement(s) about Bhakti movement? Originated out of devotion of a single soul to a personal god There is an influence of folk elements in its or... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following statements is/are correct about Akbar?
1. He was tolerant towards other religions.
2. Akbar’s nobles commanded large armies.
3. Subedar carried out political functions only.
| 1,2 | 2,3
| 1,3 | 1 only | Subadar carried out both political and military functions. | 2 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct about Akbar?
1. He was tolerant towards other religions.
2. Akbar’s nobles commanded large armies.
3. Subedar carried out political funct... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Early Medieval Period: South India ( Cholas & Others ) | Which of the following statements is/are incorrect about Temples in Medieval India?
1. Temple authorities used their wealth to finance trade and banking.
2. Temple towns represent Urbanization.
3. Rulers endowed temples with grants of land.
| 1 only | 2 only
| 3 only | None | All are correct. | 1 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Early Medieval Period: South India ( Cholas & Others )
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following statements is/are incorrect about Temples in Medieval India?
1. Temple authorities used their wealth to finance trade and ba... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Religious Movements Bhakti Movement | Which of the following is/are correct about Nayanars and Alvars of early medieval South India? They belonged only to High castes. They were critical of both Buddhists and Jains. They preached that love to mankind was path to salvation. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 | 2 only | 1, 3 | 1, 2, 3 | The seventh to ninth centuries saw the emergence of new religious movements, led by the Nayanars (saints devoted to Shiva) and Alvars (saints devoted to Vishnu) who came from all castes including those considered "untouchable" like the Pulaiyar and the Panars. They were sharply critical of the Buddhists and Jains and p... | 1 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Religious Movements Bhakti Movement
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about Nayanars and Alvars of early medieval South India? They belonged only to High castes. They were critical of both Buddhists and... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Religious Movements Bhakti Movement | Which of the following is/are correct about Sufis?
1. Rejected devotion to God.
2. Rejected rituals.
3. Used Singing and Dancing to preach
| 1,2 | 2,3
| 1,3 | All | Sufis promoted devotion to God. | 1 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Religious Movements Bhakti Movement
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about Sufis?
1. Rejected devotion to God.
2. Rejected rituals.
3. Used Singing and Dancing to preach
Options
##Option_A: 1,2... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Religious Movements Bhakti Movement | Which of the following is/are correct about Kabir?
1. He rejected Brahmanical Hinduism and Islam.
2. He only had Hindu followers.
3. He believed in a formless Supreme God.
| 1,2 | 2,3
| 1,3 | all | Kabir drew his followers among both Hindus and Muslims | 1 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Religious Movements Bhakti Movement
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about Kabir?
1. He rejected Brahmanical Hinduism and Islam.
2. He only had Hindu followers.
3. He believed in a formless Supre... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | GS_History_Ancient and Medival_unclassified | Which of the following is/are correct? 1. The earliest known scripts from India are exclusively written in Sanskrit and Tamil 2. Manuscripts were written on palm leaves, birch bark etc. 3. Inscriptions on hard surfaces contain only symbols and not language | All are correct | Only 2 | 1 and 3 | 2 and 3 | 1. Prakrit, the local language was also used
3. Both script and language were used in manuscripts | 2 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:GS_History_Ancient and Medival_unclassified
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct? 1. The earliest known scripts from India are exclusively written in Sanskrit and Tamil 2. Manuscripts were written on palm ... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | Harappan / Indus Valley Civilization | Which of the following is/are correct regarding trade of Harappans? Major imports included finish products from Mesopotamia Copper, tin and other metals were exported Precious metals are absent in the excavations Select the correct answer using the code given below. | Only 1 | 1 and 3 | Only 2 | None | Major imports included metals from mesopotamia Copper, tin and other metals were Imported Precious metals like gold etc are found | 2 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Harappan / Indus Valley Civilization
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct regarding trade of Harappans? Major imports included finish products from Mesopotamia Copper, tin and other metals were exported Pr... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | Harappan / Indus Valley Civilization | Which of the following is/are correct about Harrapan Agriculture? Harrapans did not grow wheat and rice. They relied only on rainfall. Harrapans did not hunt wild animals. | 1 only | 2 only | 3 only | None | Harappans grew wheat, barley, pulses, peas, rice, sesame, linseed and mustard. As the region does not receive heavy rainfall, some form of irrigation may have been used. They caught fish and hunted wild animals like the antelope. | 2 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Harappan / Indus Valley Civilization
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about Harrapan Agriculture? Harrapans did not grow wheat and rice. They relied only on rainfall. Harrapans did not hunt wild animal... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | Mahajanapadas | Who among the following was/were taxed by Mahajanapadas? Crafts persons Herders Farmers Hunters | 3 only | 1 and 3 only | All | 1, 2, 3 | Taxes on crops were the most important. This was because most people were farmers. Usually, the tax was fixed at 1/6th of what was produced. This was known as bhagaor a share. There were taxes on crafts persons as well. These could have been in the form of labour. For example, a weaver or a smith may have had to work f... | 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mahajanapadas
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Who among the following was/were taxed by Mahajanapadas? Crafts persons Herders Farmers Hunters
Options
##Option_A: 3 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: All##Option_D: 1, 2, 3
Answer:c
E... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | Mahajanapadas | Which of the following is/are true about agriculture in Mahajanapadas? Iron ploughs were not used extensively. Transplantation of paddy started. A part of the produce was taken as tax Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 | 2 and 3 | 1 and 3 | All | There were two major changes in agriculture around the time of Mahajanapadas. One was the growing use of iron ploughshares. This meant that heavy, clayey soil could be turned over better than with a wooden ploughshare, so that more grain could be produced. Second, people began transplanting paddy. This meant that inste... | 2 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mahajanapadas
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Which of the following is/are true about agriculture in Mahajanapadas? Iron ploughs were not used extensively. Transplantation of paddy started. A part of the produce was taken as tax Select t... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Ancient History | no_topic_assigned | Historical manuscripts have not been found to be written on which of the following?
| dried palm leaves | silk cloth
| thick bark of birch trees | paper | nan | 1 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:no_topic_assigned
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Ancient History
Question:Historical manuscripts have not been found to be written on which of the following?
Options
##Option_A: dried palm leaves ###Option_B: silk cloth
##Option_C:... |
gs_unclassified | gs_unclassified | no_topic_assigned | Which of the above is/are classified under the Right to Freedom of Religion? Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion. Freedom of conscience and free profession of religion. Protection of culture of minorities. Freedom to manage religious institution and affairs. Select the correct answer using the code giv... | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 3 and 4 only |
1st and 3rd statements are incorrect as they pertain to Aricle 15 and 29 respectively Right to Freedom of Religion consists of the following Articles (25-28): Article 25 - freedom of conscience and free profession, practice and propagation of religion. Article 26- Freedom to manage religious affairs. Article 27- Free... | 0 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:no_topic_assigned
Section:gs_unclassified
Sub-Section:gs_unclassified
Question:Which of the above is/are classified under the Right to Freedom of Religion? Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion. Freedom of conscience and free profession of religion. Protection of c... |
gs_unclassified | gs_unclassified | no_topic_assigned | Consider the following statements: 1. The concerned city lies on the side of south west of Ural Mountains. 2. It is the spot of 7 th BRICS summit. 3. The River bears the name of the city to which the city is located. Select the correct answer representing the above city, | nbsp; Volgograd | nbsp; Tianjin | nbsp; Ufa | nbsp; Moscow |
http://thebricspost.com/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/7th_BRICS_summit
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ufa
| 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:no_topic_assigned
Section:gs_unclassified
Sub-Section:gs_unclassified
Question:Consider the following statements: 1. The concerned city lies on the side of south west of Ural Mountains. 2. It is the spot of 7 th BRICS summit. 3. The River bears the name of the ... |
Economics | External Sector Economy | Balance of Payments: Definition, Current and Capital Accounts, Convertibility, Items Included in BoP, BoP and BoT | Consider the following statements:
1. Current account is fully convertible in India. 2. Capital account has partial convertibility in India. 3. Rupee appreciation helps in making exports competitive.
Which of the statement given above is/are correct? | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | Rupee depreciation helps in making exports competitive. | 2 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Balance of Payments: Definition, Current and Capital Accounts, Convertibility, Items Included in BoP, BoP and BoT
Section:Economics
Sub-Section:External Sector Economy
Question:Consider the following statements:
1. Current account is fully convertible in India. 2. Capital accou... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Directions for the following 3 (three) items: Read the information given below and answer the 3 (three) items that follow. Seven people- A, B, C, D, E, F and G, are sitting in a row, facing east, not necessarily in the same order. A is sitting at the extreme end on the left (i.e. northmost). B has as many people on hi... | 1 | 2 | 3 | Cannot be determined with certainty. | Explanation for Questions 56 to 58: A is sitting at the extreme end on the left and B is sitting in the middle. Both C and D are sitting next to B. There are two possible sitting arrangements as shown in the picture below: In the two different arrangements shown, there are one and three people respectively between A an... | 0 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Directions for the following 3 (three) items: Read the information given below and answer the 3 (three) items that follow. Seven people- A, B, C, D, E, F and G, are sitting in a row, f... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | If F is at another extreme end, who is sitting next to A? | E | G | Either of E or G | C | F is sitting at the other extreme end on the right. So, either E or G can be seated in the place next to A. Hence, option (c) is the correct answer. | 0 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:If F is at another extreme end, who is sitting next to A?
Options
##Option_A:E###Option_B:G##Option_C:Either of E or G##Option_D:C
Answer:c
Explaination:F is sitting at the other extrem... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | How many different seating arrangements satisfy the given conditions? | 6 | 12 | 24 | None of the above | In the first arrangement shown, the remaining three people can be seated anywhere in the three places left. Number of ways of seating the remaining three people = 3! = 6 In the second arrangement too, the three people may be arranged in the 3 places in 6 ways. Total number of ways of seating all the people = 6 + 6 = 12... | 0 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:How many different seating arrangements satisfy the given conditions?
Options
##Option_A:6###Option_B:12##Option_C:24##Option_D:None of the above
Answer:b
Explaination:In the first arra... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Directions for the following 7 (Seven) items: Read the following seven passages and answer the items that follow each passage. Your answers to these items should be based on the passages only. Passage 1 No matter how well a law is written, there is always a zone of executive discretion and the possibility that the l... | Since no law is safe from executive discretion, law-making should be abandoned in favour of discretionary processes. | Attaching low probability to unusual executive discretion is equivalent to trusting the intellect of policymakers. | Lawmakers and the executive should not be trusted since they have the power to do weird things. | An attempt to bring about low policy risk can lead to policy paralysis where nothing gets done. | Option (a) is incorrect because the passage warns against executive discretion and is in favour of low policy risk. Option (c) is incorrect since the passage does not make a blanket statement about not trusting lawmakers and the executive. Option (d) is incorrect because the passage is in support of low policy risk and... | 0 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Directions for the following 7 (Seven) items: Read the following seven passages and answer the items that follow each passage. Your answers to these items should be based on the pass... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Passage 7 In India from birth to death it is the caste which dominates every sphere of one’s life whether social, economic, political or religious. While interpreting the Indian society caste becomes an important element which cannot be neglected. This caste system cannot be found in other parts of the world, though th... | Caste system dominates every sphere of one’s life because it has unique features not found elsewhere. | Although there are many unique features of caste, these can be individually found in other parts of the world. | Caste is the most pervasive form of social and racial difference in the world due to its uniqueness. | Since caste permeates all aspects of life and is unique to India it is key to interpret Indian society. | Option (a) is incorrect because the passage does not talk about reasons of why caste dominates every sphere of one’s life. Option (b) is incorrect because the passage does not mention if the unique features of caste can be found elsewhere or not. Option (c) is incorrect since the passage does not mention either pervasi... | 0 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Passage 7 In India from birth to death it is the caste which dominates every sphere of one’s life whether social, economic, political or religious. While interpreting the Indian society... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Passage 6 History is opaque. You see what comes out, not the script that produces events, the generator of history. There is a fundamental incompleteness in your grasp of such events, since you do not see what's inside the box, how the mechanisms work. What I call the generator of historical events is different from th... | It is important to combine many historical narratives to make history transparent. | Historical understanding is partial because we see only events, not the mechanism. | It is possible to know gods’ intentions by witnessing their deeds. | There is no purpose of studying history, as we cannot know it fully. | Option (a) is incorrect because the passage does not discuss how opaqueness of history can be overcome. Option (c) is incorrect because the passage says it may not possible to know gods’ intentions by witnessing their deeds. Option (d) is incorrect because the passage does not discuss the purpose of studying history. O... | 0 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Passage 6 History is opaque. You see what comes out, not the script that produces events, the generator of history. There is a fundamental incompleteness in your grasp of such events, s... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Directions for the following 3 (three) items: Read the information given below carefully and answer the 3 (three) items that follow. Seven children of a play school are dressed up as different animals for a fancy dress competition. They are dressed in costumes of monkey, bear, cat, donkey, elephant, fox and giraffe, no... | Bear is between Monkey and Donkey. | Donkey is in between Fox and Giraffe. | Elephant is to the immediate right of Giraffe. | Fox is to the immediate left of Giraffe. | Explanation for Questions 42 to 44: As given in the question, Monkey is the neighbour of Bear and Cat. Further, Giraffe is second to the left of donkey and is the neighbour of Elephant and Fox. Two cases are possible, as shown below: Now, as per statement 1, Donkey is not a neighbour of Cat or Elephant. Hence, we can e... | 0 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Directions for the following 3 (three) items: Read the information given below carefully and answer the 3 (three) items that follow. Seven children of a play school are dressed up as di... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Who among the following are seated in the same order as given below? | Donkey, Monkey and Bear | Bear, Cat and Monkey | Giraffe, Fox and Donkey | Giraffe, Cat and elephant. | Giraffe, Fox and Donkey are seated in the same order. Hence, option (c) is the correct answer. | 0 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Who among the following are seated in the same order as given below?
Options
##Option_A:Donkey, Monkey and Bear###Option_B:Bear, Cat and Monkey##Option_C:Giraffe, Fox and Donkey##Option... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Which of the following statement is wrong? | Monkey is to the immediate right of Bear | Bear is to the immediate left of donkey. | Fox is in between Giraffe and Donkey. | Elephant is between Giraffe and Cat. | Bear is not to the immediate left of donkey, but to its immediate right. Other three statements are correct. Hence, option (b) is the correct answer. | 0 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Which of the following statement is wrong?
Options
##Option_A:Monkey is to the immediate right of Bear###Option_B:Bear is to the immediate left of donkey.##Option_C:Fox is in between Gi... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Directions for the following 7 (Seven) items: Read the following seven passages and answer the items that follow each passage. Your answers to these items should be based on the passages only. Passage 1 When you are online, you are connected and alone at the same time. Technology utopias are premised on the idea tha... | Technology promised to increase the connectivity, but in the end people feel loneliness. | Communication technology is gradually destroying and weakening the voice of small communities. | Provision of technology that does not require physical presence has led to formation of unparalleled global communities. | Technology erodes human character by separating us from nature, which diminishes our natural self. | Option (a) is incorrect since passage does not delve into the loneliness aspect caused by technology. Option (b) is incorrect since passage does not say this. In fact, the passage hints the opposite in the last line. Option (d) is incorrect as passage does not say anything about how the technology changes human charact... | 0 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Directions for the following 7 (Seven) items: Read the following seven passages and answer the items that follow each passage. Your answers to these items should be based on the pass... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Passage 2 The pink-colored Economic Survey 2017-18 contends that the societal preference for sons in India is historical and long-standing, and appears inoculated against development. While the preference has its roots in culture, the factors driving it are entwined with economic and practical considerations. In the la... | Gender discrimination is new to India; preference of male child in India is only due to the economic condition. | Pink colored Economic Survey 2017-18 is a landmark survey in the quest for gender equality. | India’s excellent historical record of gender equality is being adversely impact by limited household resources. | Perception of daughters as liabilities and constraint of monetary resources is a disincentive to invest in their future. | Option (a) is incorrect because preference of male child is also due to cultural factors. Option (b) is incorrect because it cannot be inferred from the passage is the survey is a landmark survey. Option (c) is incorrect because the passage doesn’t give historical record of India’s gender equality status. Option (d) is... | 0 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Passage 2 The pink-colored Economic Survey 2017-18 contends that the societal preference for sons in India is historical and long-standing, and appears inoculated against development. W... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Passage 3 Technology is a double-edged sword for finance. On the one hand, it has greatly expanded access. Many of the 300 million Jan Dhan accounts opened since 2014 have been enabled by Aadhaar electronic know your customer (eKYC) norms. On the other hand, technology is inverting the banking business model from low-v... | There are only two problems in Indian financial system- financial inclusion and transaction costs. | Only technology can solve problems of poor financial inclusion and high transaction costs. | JAM trinity enables high volumes of low value transactions at low cost and expands access to finance. | JAM trinity has made banking unprofitable by reducing high transaction costs of high value transactions. | Option (a) is incorrect because the passage does not quantify the number of problems in Indian financial system. Option (b) is incorrect technology is one solution to problems of financial inclusion and transaction costs, not the only one. Option (d) is incorrect because the passage does not discuss the impact of JAM... | 0 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Passage 3 Technology is a double-edged sword for finance. On the one hand, it has greatly expanded access. Many of the 300 million Jan Dhan accounts opened since 2014 have been enabled ... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Passage 4 There is a large literature on the impact of India’s labor regulations on economic outcomes. Since labor issues are in the “concurrent list” of the Indian Constitution, both the central (federal) and state governments can pass and amend labor laws, with their implementation being exclusively in the hands of s... | Since central and state governments both can amend the labor regulation, this create problem in the labor market of India. | Variation in the implementation of labor laws across states gives an opportunity to study impact of these laws | Central and state government both can pass and amend the labor laws but only central government has the right to implement it. | According to literature on Indian labor market, productivity of labor in India is low due to tussle between central and state governments. | Option (a) is incorrect since passage does not say anything about problems in Indian labor market. Option (b) is correct since different regulations in different states in India provide considerable variation to study the economic impact of different laws. Option (c) is incorrect since state has the right to implemen... | 0 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Passage 4 There is a large literature on the impact of India’s labor regulations on economic outcomes. Since labor issues are in the “concurrent list” of the Indian Constitution, both t... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Passage 5 Before the discovery of Australia, people in the Old World were convinced that all swans were white, an unassailable belief as it seemed completely confirmed by empirical evidence. The sighting of the first black swan might have been an interesting surprise for a few ornithologists, but that is not where the ... | Knowledge based on observation and experience can be misleading. | Existing knowledge is not useful since it is based only on observations. | The discovery of Australia is significant due to the sighting of the first black swan. | Concluding all swans are white based on observation is best technique. | Option (b) is incorrect because the passage does not discuss the usefulness of knowledge based on observation and experience. Option (c) is incorrect because the significance of Australia’s discovery is not the most essential message conveyed by the passage. Option (d) is incorrect because the passage does not put obse... | 0 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Passage 5 Before the discovery of Australia, people in the Old World were convinced that all swans were white, an unassailable belief as it seemed completely confirmed by empirical evid... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Passage 2 In the late 1960s, the psychologist Stanley Milgram conducted an experiment to find an answer to what is known as the small-world problem. The problem is this: how are human beings connected? Do we all belong to separate worlds, operating simultaneously but autonomously, so that the links between any two peop... | Psychology provides the most suitable concepts to unravel the small-world problem of connectedness between humans. | Operating simultaneously and autonomously implies that human beings are not connected after all. | Stanley Milgram’s experiment was futile because the small-world problem was solved in early 1960s. | Stanley Milgram’s experiment strove to find out the degree of connectedness between human beings. | Option (a) is incorrect because the passage does not discuss which concepts were used by Stanley Milgram for his experiment. Option (b) is incorrect because it directly contradicts the passage since it is possible for human beings to operate simultaneously and autonomously, and still be connected. Option (c) is incorre... | 0 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Passage 2 In the late 1960s, the psychologist Stanley Milgram conducted an experiment to find an answer to what is known as the small-world problem. The problem is this: how are human b... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Passage 3 Job creation is one of the main concerns of politicians and policymakers around the world. If anything, the concern is more pronounced in India, where the demographic transition is swelling the ranks of the working-age population. Between 2001 and 2011, the number of Indians aged 15 and above grew by 1.45 mil... | India is undergoing demographic transition and is in urgent need of job creation. | An increasing working-age population necessarily creates concern of job creation. | Since many Indians aged 15 and above are staying in school longer, job creation is irrelevant. | Job creation is not a pressing concern as need for jobs is moderating gradually over time. | Option (b) is incorrect because the passage does not say whether an increasing working-age population necessarily creates concern for job creation. Option (c) is incorrect because the effect of staying longer in school only moderates the trend growth of working-age population. It does not make job creation irrelevant... | 0 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Passage 3 Job creation is one of the main concerns of politicians and policymakers around the world. If anything, the concern is more pronounced in India, where the demographic transiti... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Directions for the following 4 (Four) items: Read the following four passages and answer the items that follow each passage. Your answers to these items should be based on the passages only. Passage 1 For many of the challenges that the global economy confronts, individual country actions can be more effective if su... | Actions of individual countries are not effective in tackling challenges of global economy | Collective action is required to mitigate the risk of individual action on global economy | Actions of individual countries will restrict expansion of global economy | Collective action is required to protect the expansion of global economy | Options (a) is incorrect as the passage in the 1 st line only says that multilateral cooperation will make individual country actions more effective and it does not say that these actions are not effective. Option (b) is incorrect as the passage nowhere talks about risk arising out of individual country actions and he... | 0 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Directions for the following 4 (Four) items: Read the following four passages and answer the items that follow each passage. Your answers to these items should be based on the passag... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Passage 2 The paradox that Easterlin noted in the U.S. was that at any particular time richer individuals are happier than poorer ones, but over time the society did not become happier as it became richer. One reason is that individuals compare themselves to others. They are happier when they are higher on the social (... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | Neither 1 nor 2 | Statement 1 is incorrect as the passage talks about observing the ‘Easterlin Paradox’ as observed in US only, hence the statement is beyond the scope of the passage. Statement 2 is incorrect as the passage in the 3 rd line suggest contrary to the given statement where passage suggest that people become happy when they... | 0 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Passage 2 The paradox that Easterlin noted in the U.S. was that at any particular time richer individuals are happier than poorer ones, but over time the society did not become happier ... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Passage 3 The western economist’s logic of ever higher Gross National Product is built on a vision of humanity completely at variance with the wisdom of the sages, the research of psychologists, and the practices of advertisers. The economist assumes that individuals are rational decision-makers who know what they want... | Western economists have failed to understand the behavior of individuals | Western economists should consult the sages, psychologists and advertisers | Individuals are not rational decision makers as suggested by western economist | Trading off early benefits for later toll is a rational decision | Option (a) is incorrect as though the statement seems correct but this is not the main idea of the passage. Option (b) is incorrect as though the passage seems to suggest that economists should refer to views of these professionals, but this is not the main idea of the passage. Option (d) is incorrect as last two sente... | 0 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Passage 3 The western economist’s logic of ever higher Gross National Product is built on a vision of humanity completely at variance with the wisdom of the sages, the research of psych... |
Reading Comprehension | Reading Comprehension | Aptitude Unclassified | Passage 4 Economic stability is a crucial goal for any society, due largely to the fact of loss aversion, whereby individuals hate to lose x dollars more than they love to gain x dollars. But economic stability is a quite different goal from long-term economic growth. With reference to the above passage, the following ... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | Neither 1 nor 2 | Statement 1 is incorrect as the passage only says that the two are ‘quite different goals’ and nowhere supports the statement. Statement 2 is incorrect as the passage does not talk about risk aversion but loss aversion. Further, it is general statement but beyond the scope of the passage. | 0 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Aptitude Unclassified
Section:Reading Comprehension
Sub-Section:Reading Comprehension
Question:Passage 4 Economic stability is a crucial goal for any society, due largely to the fact of loss aversion, whereby individuals hate to lose x dollars more than they love to gain x dollar... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms | Which of the following is/are correct about Vijayanagar Empire?
1. Portuguese played important role in Vijayanagar politics.
2. Trade"s contribution to Vijayanagar revenue was marginal.
3. Horses were imported for military purposes.
| 1, 2 | 2, 3
| 1, 3 | none | Portuguese established military and trading stations. Their superior military technology, especially use of muskets,enabled them to become important players in politics.
Trade was regarded as a status symbol and generated excessive revenue for the state.
Import of horses from Arabia and Central Asia was very import... | 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about Vijayanagar Empire?
1. Portuguese played important role in Vijayanagar politics.
2. Trade"s contribution to Vijayanagar revenue ... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms | Which of the following is/are correct about amara-nayakas, a major political innovation of Vijayanagara period?
1. They were military commanders.
2. They were tax collectors.
3. Many of them established independent kingdoms.
| 1, 2 | 2, 3
| 1, 3 | All | The amara- nayakas were military commanders who were given territories to govern by the Rayas. They collected taxes from peasants, craftsperson and traders in the area.
Many nayakas established independent kingdoms during 17th century.This hastened the collapse of the central imperial structure. | 3 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about amara-nayakas, a major political innovation of Vijayanagara period?
1. They were military commanders.
2. They were tax collect... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms | Which of the following areas was/were covered by fortifications during Vijayanagara Period?
1. City
2. Forests
3. Agricultural hinterlands.
| 1 only | 1, 2
| 1, 3 | all | All are correct | 2 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following areas was/were covered by fortifications during Vijayanagara Period?
1. City
2. Forests
3. Agricultural hinterlands.
Options
##Option_A: 1 only ... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following were true about Awadh during the reign of Sa‘adat Khan ?
| He delegated offices of subadari(political) , diwani(financial) and faujdari(military).
| He tried to increase Mughal influence in the region
| The state depended on local bankers for loans.
| "revenue farmers" payed a revenue as percentage of yield. | Burhan-ul-Mulk also held the combined offices of subadari, diwani and faujdari
The state depended on local bankers and mahajans for loans. It sold the right to collect tax to the highest bidders. These “revenue farmers” (ijaradars) agreed to pay the state a fixed sum of money. | 1 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following were true about Awadh during the reign of Sa‘adat Khan ?
Options
##Option_A: He delegated offices of subadari(political) , diwani(financial) and faujdari(military).
... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is/are correct about the Hyderabad, Awadh, Bengal in the 18th century?
1. They rejected Jagidari system.
2. They relied on officers of state for tax collection.
3. They had strong nexus with the rich merchants and bankers.
| 1,2 | 1,3
| 2,3 | none | Tax collection method of the three states differed from Mughal methods. Rather than relying upon the officers of the state, all three regimes contracted with revenue-farmers for the collection of revenue. | 2 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about the Hyderabad, Awadh, Bengal in the 18th century?
1. They rejected Jagidari system.
2. They relied on officers of state for tax collection.
... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period |
Which of the following is/are true about Sikhism in 18th century?
Guru Gobind Singh fought against the Rajput rulers.
Guru Gobind Singh believed their destiny was to serve.
Khalsa declared their sovereignty by striking coins.
Select correct answer using code given below.
| 1 and 2
| 2 and 3
| 1 and 3
| None of the above
|
After Guru Gobind Singh's death in 1708, the Khalsa rose in revolt against the Mughal authority under Banda Bahadur’s leadership, declared their sovereign rule by striking coins in the name of Guru Nanak and Guru Gobind Singh.
Guru Gobind Singh had inspired the Khalsawith the belief that their destiny was t... | 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:
Which of the following is/are true about Sikhism in 18th century?
Guru Gobind Singh fought against the Rajput rulers.
Guru Gobind Singh believed their destiny was to serve.
K... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is/are correct? Babur was invited to invade India. Babur introduced the Ryotwari System. The victory at Panipat made Babur the ruler of India. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 3 | 2 and 3 | 1 only | 3 only |
Babur received invitations from Alam Khan, the uncle of Ibrahim Lodi and Daulat Khan Lodi, the Governor of Punjab, to invade India.
Sher Shah Suri introduced the Ryotwari System.
The victory at Panipat did not make Babur the ruler of India. He had to deal with a formidable foe, Rana Sanga of Mewar. Rana ... | 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct? Babur was invited to invade India. Babur introduced the Ryotwari System. The victory at Panipat made Babur the ruler of India. Select the correct answer ... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries |
Consider the following statements regarding the socio-religious reform movements of 19th century in India.
1) The needs of peasantry and urban poor were ignored.
2) The nature of the religious reform movements contributed to the rise of communalism in the modern times.
Which of the above is/are correct?
... | 1 Only
| 2 only
| Both
| None of the above
|
One of the major limitations of these movements was that they had a narrow social base, mainly educated urban middle class, and it ignored peasantry and urban poor. Though many factors were responsible for the birth of communalism in modern times, the nature of these movements was also one of the reasons
| 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:
Consider the following statements regarding the socio-religious reform movements of 19th century in India.
1) The needs of peasantry and urban poor we... |
Polity and Governance | Other Constitutional Dimensions | Amendment of Constitution |
Every bill has to go through many stages of scrutiny and discussions before it finally becomes an act. In this context, consider the following statements:
1). When a bill passed by Lok Sabha is put to vote in Rajya Sabha then it cannot be rejected altogether but can only be sent back to Lok Sabha with amendments.... | nan | nan | nan | nan |
A bill passed by one House can be rejected altogether by second House and in this case a deadlock is deemed to have taken place and to resolve such a deadlock, the president can summon a joint sitting of the two Houses.
The 24 th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1971 made it obligatory for the President to give h... | 1 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Amendment of Constitution
Section:Polity and Governance
Sub-Section:Other Constitutional Dimensions
Question:
Every bill has to go through many stages of scrutiny and discussions before it finally becomes an act. In this context, consider the following statements:
1). When ... |
Ecology and Environment | Environment | Natural Resource conservation - Forest Conservation - Wildlife Conservation | With reference to globally threatened species, which of the following statement is incorrect ? | In the IUCN"s Red List, term "threatened" includes only Critically Endangered and Endangered species. | Between 2008 and 2014, there is almost 50% increase in the number of threatened species in India, on account of better research work and deforestation. | Under Save Our Species (SOS) initiative, the focus is only on protecting the threatened species, their habitat and communities who depend on them. | Indian vulture, Jerdon"s Courser, Red crowned roofed turtle and Rameshwaram Parachute Spider are some of the threatened species from India. | First statement is incorrect as the term threatened in IUCN Red List includes Critically Endangered, Endangered as well as vulnerable species. According to recently published IUCN Red List for 2014, India added 15 more species to threatened category; however, since China added 37 more species which made India to come d... | 2 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Natural Resource conservation - Forest Conservation - Wildlife Conservation
Section:Ecology and Environment
Sub-Section:Environment
Question:With reference to globally threatened species, which of the following statement is incorrect ?
Options
##Option_A: In the IUCN"s Red List,... |
Geography | Human and Economic | Land Resources and Agriculture | Which of the following types of silks are included under Vanya silks? Tasar Mulberry Muga Eri Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2, 3 and 4 | Non-mulberry silk, otherwise known as Vanya silk are abundantly found in remote regions, hilltops and in forest interiors of Burma, China, India, Korea and parts of equatorial Africa and South- East Asia. Vanya Silk includes Tasar, Eri and Muga silks. India is the only country producing all the three vanya silks commer... | 2 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Land Resources and Agriculture
Section:Geography
Sub-Section:Human and Economic
Question:Which of the following types of silks are included under Vanya silks? Tasar Mulberry Muga Eri Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Options
##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period |
Which of the following statements about Sher Shah Suri is/are correct?
He appointed Afghan soldiers in higher post.
He introduced "branding of horses".
The espionage system was widely prevalent before his time.
Select the correct answer using code given below.
| 1, 2
| 2, 3
| 1, 3
| All
| He appointed the Afghan soldiers in higher posts. He introduced the "Dagh " system (or) "branding the horses" to avoid false musters. He also maintained a descriptive roll for the soldiers. Sher shah revived the Dak-chauki , the espionage system. | 2 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:
Which of the following statements about Sher Shah Suri is/are correct?
He appointed Afghan soldiers in higher post.
He introduced "branding of horses".
The espionage system ... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is/are correct?
1. Petticoat Government refers to the early era when Akbar"s aunt ruled on his behalf
2. Jizya was lowered or raised at different times but never abolished during Mughal rule
3. Akbar made clear distinction between positions of religious head and king
| 1 and 3 | Only 3
| 1 and 2 | None | 1. Petticoat Government refers to the early era when Akbar's foster mother ruled on his behalf
2. Jizya was abolished by Akbar. Most mughal kings were against it.
3. Akbar issued the famous "Infallibility Decree" which made him as the religious head as well as the King | 2 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct?
1. Petticoat Government refers to the early era when Akbar"s aunt ruled on his behalf
2. Jizya was lowered or raised at different times but never abo... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is correct about Akbar"s land revenue system?
| Akbar"s system was completely different from systems of the past
| The ryots could pay their tax either in cash or in kind.
| There was no clear land ownership policy as the king owned all the land
| Very stiff loan policy by middlemen had its roots in akbar"s time | Shershah was the forerunner of Akbar in the field of land revenue system. With the help of Raja Todarmal, Akbar improved land revenue system. Survey of land was made and the state revenue was fixed as 1/3 of the actual produce. The ryots could pay their tax either in cash or in kind. Loans were provided to them which c... | 2 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is correct about Akbar"s land revenue system?
Options
##Option_A: Akbar"s system was completely different from systems of the past
###Option_B: The ryots could pay t... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following events did not happen during reign of Jahangir?
| Souring of relations between mughals and sikhs.
| First Visit by East India Company to India.
| Building of Jahangiri palace.
| Setting up of chain of justice. |
Jahangiri palace was built by Akbar for his rajput wives.
| 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following events did not happen during reign of Jahangir?
Options
##Option_A: Souring of relations between mughals and sikhs.
###Option_B: First Visit by East India Company to ... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is correct?
1. Mughal power reached its zenith at the time of Akbar
2. Shahjahan"s expeditions exposed the weakness of the Mughal army
3. Mughal architecture is characterised by construction only in red sandstone
| 1 and 2 | 2 and 3
| Only 2 | 1 and 3 | The reign of ShahJahan has been considered as the "Golden Age of the Mughals". ShahJahan fought with the Portuguese. He sent MahabatKhan towards Deccan to conquer Ahmed Nagar. It was annexed with the Mughal empire in A.D. 1636. He tried to recapture Khandhahar and made three attempts but failed. It exposed the weakness... | 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is correct?
1. Mughal power reached its zenith at the time of Akbar
2. Shahjahan"s expeditions exposed the weakness of the Mughal army
3. Mughal architecture is ch... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is correct? 1. Mughal power reached its zenith at the time of Akbar 2. Shahjahan"s expeditions exposed the weakness of the Mughal army 3. Mughal architecture is characterised by construction only in red sandstone | 1 and 2 | 2 and 3 | Only 2 | 1 and 3 | The reign of ShahJahan has been considered as the "Golden Age of the Mughals". ShahJahan fought with the Portuguese. He sent MahabatKhan towards Deccan to conquer Ahmed Nagar. It was annexed with the Mughal empire in A.D. 1636. He tried to recapture Khandhahar and made three attempts but failed. It exposed the weakness... | 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is correct? 1. Mughal power reached its zenith at the time of Akbar 2. Shahjahan"s expeditions exposed the weakness of the Mughal army 3. Mughal architecture is characte... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is/are correct? Hindus were in state service during Aurangzeb"s intolerant reign. Aurangzeb"s Deccan policy led to the beginning of fall of the Mughal empire Aurangzeb showed favors to both Shia and Sunni muslims Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 | Only 2 | 2 and 3 | 1, 2, 3 | He hated not only the non-muslims but also Shia muslims. He reimposed Jizya, a tax on the non-muslims and pilgrimage tax. He took away all the Hindus from the state service. | 2 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct? Hindus were in state service during Aurangzeb"s intolerant reign. Aurangzeb"s Deccan policy led to the beginning of fall of the Mughal empire Aurangzeb s... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Maratha State and Maratha Confederacy | Which of the following is/are correct about Shivaji"s rule? Families of soldiers got pension after their death. Women also participated in military camps. Land revenue was the only mode of taxation. Shivaji abolished Zamindari system. Select the correct answer using code given below. | 1 and 4 | 1, 2 and 4 | 2 and 3 | only 4 |
His land revenue system resembled the system followed by Raja Todar Mai under Akbar. The state also collected custom duties and professional taxes. The two other important taxes collected during his time were Chauth and Sardeshmuki.
Women were not allowed in military camps.
| 2 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Maratha State and Maratha Confederacy
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about Shivaji"s rule? Families of soldiers got pension after their death. Women also participated in military camps. Land revenue ... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India | Which of the following is/are correct about Portuguese in India? Vasco de Gama was opposed by the local ruler of Calicut. Portuguese were able to defeat the Arab traders. Early Portuguese administrators were liberal. They became the first colonial power to leave India. Select the correct answer using the code given bel... | 1, 2, 3 | 2, 3, 4 | 2, 3 | 1, 3 |
Vasco de gama was given a warm reception by the Hindu ruler king Zamorin of Calicut.
Portugese left Goa in 1961.
| 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about Portuguese in India? Vasco de Gama was opposed by the local ruler of Calicut. Portuguese were able to defeat... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India | Which of the following is true?
Jahangir did not initially give trading permission to english due to portugese influence
English built their first fort in Madras
First trading centres of English were on the East coast
| 1 and 2 | 1 and 3
| 2 and 3 | 1,2,3 | First trading centres were set up in Agra, ahmedabad and broach | 1 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:Which of the following is true?
Jahangir did not initially give trading permission to english due to portugese influence
English built their first... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India | Which of statements given below is/are correct regarding Anglo-French Wars ?
The first Anglo-French War did not have roots in India.
The second Anglo-french war was due to infighting amongst Indian rulers
The first war was indecisive but the second ended with a decisive advantage for the English
Select corr... | 1 and 2 only
| 1 and 3 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 1, 2 and 3 |
All statements are correct.
| 2 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:Which of statements given below is/are correct regarding Anglo-French Wars ?
The first Anglo-French War did not have roots in India.
The second An... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India | Which of the following were the correct reasons for British success over the French in India? Stronger Navy of the British English Company did not have bureaucratic interference like the French Stronger cooperation among British officers compared to French British had modern arms that which French did not Select the co... | 1, 2, and 4 only | 1, 2, and 3 only | 1, 3, and 4 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | Britain was commercially superior. British in India were supported by the Home Government. The naval power of the British was far superior to that of the French. There was full cooperation among the English Officers. The British could concentrate on wars as there was peace in England while the French were too busy figh... | 2 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:Which of the following were the correct reasons for British success over the French in India? Stronger Navy of the British English Company did not have ... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India | Which are the reforms introduced by Lord Clive? The servants of the company were forbidden to receive any gift from Indians. They were forbidden to indulge in private trade. Clive increased the salaries of the company"s servants. Clive doubled Bhatta of the officers in times of peace. | 1 and 3 | 1,2,3 | 1,3,4 | 1,2,3,4 | He also set up a Fund known as Lord Clive's Fund with a view to help poor servants of the company and widow's of those who died in service. | 2 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:Which are the reforms introduced by Lord Clive? The servants of the company were forbidden to receive any gift from ... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India |
Which were the defects of regulatory act of 1773?
The Act did not clearly define the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court.
Powers of Governor General and executive Council members were ill-defined.
The Act made the position of the Governor General weak
| 1 and 2 | 1 and 3
| 2 and 3 | 1,2,3
|
The Governors of Bombay and Madras did not obey the orders of the Governor General of Bengal.
| 1 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:
Which were the defects of regulatory act of 1773?
The Act did not clearly define the jurisdiction of the Su... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India | The Governor General was made the Commander-in-Chief of the British troops by which Act?
| Regulatory Act 1773 | Pitts Act 1784
| Govt. of India Act 1858 | Charter Act 1833 | nan | 1 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:The Governor General was made the Commander-in-Chief of the British troops by which Act?
Options
##Option_A: Regul... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | GS_History_unclassified | Consider the following statements:
1. Dinbandhu Mitra had started weekly newspaper Neel Darpan to depict the oppression of indigo cultivator.
2. The first textile mill in India was started by Cowasjee Nonabhoy in 1853 at Surat.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
| Both 1 and 2 | Only 1
| Only 2 | Neither 1 nor 2 | 1. Neel Darpan is a play.
2. Textile mill at Bombay. | 2 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:GS_History_unclassified
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:Consider the following statements:
1. Dinbandhu Mitra had started weekly newspaper Neel Darpan to depict the oppression of indigo cultivator.
2. The first textile mill in India was s... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | GS_History_unclassified | Consider the following statements:
1. The separation of central and provincial finances was first taken by 1919 Government of India Act.
2. Satyandranath Tagore was first Indian to clear I.C.S. exam.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
| Both 1 and 2 | Only 1
| Only 2 | Neither 1 nor 2 | The separation was first done in 1870 by Lord Mayo. | 1 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:GS_History_unclassified
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:Consider the following statements:
1. The separation of central and provincial finances was first taken by 1919 Government of India Act.
2. Satyandranath Tagore was first Indian to c... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | GS_History_unclassified | What was Komagata Maru?
| A naval ship on voyage to Canada
| A chinese village where Mao Tre Lung began his long march.
| Peasant communist leader of China.
| A political party based in Taiwan. | nan | 1 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:GS_History_unclassified
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:What was Komagata Maru?
Options
##Option_A: A naval ship on voyage to Canada
###Option_B: A chinese village where Mao Tre Lung began his long march.
##Option_C: Peasant communist lea... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period |
Consider the following statements about the 1765 Treaty of Allahabad:
The company gained supreme control over the Nizamat of Bengali.
The company secured Diwani of Bengal, Bihar, Orissa.
The Nawab of Awadh was made to pay a war indemnity.
Which of the above statement is/are correct
| 1 and 2 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 1 only
| 1, 2 and 3
|
.
| 2 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:
Consider the following statements about the 1765 Treaty of Allahabad:
The company gained supreme control over the Nizamat of Bengali.
The company secured Diwani of Bengal, Bihar,... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India |
Which is true about reforms introduced by Warren Hastings?
He removed the system of Dual government
Compilation of hindu and muslim laws was done
He instituted the permanent settlement
| 1 and 2 | 1 and 3
| 2 and 3 | 1,2,3
|
.
| 1 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:
Which is true about reforms introduced by Warren Hastings?
He removed the system of Dual government
... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following statements about Mughal Empire is/are correct? Mughal emperors had a close relationship with Sufis. The capital cities of Mughal Emperors shifted frequently. Mughal Kings celebrated Iranian new year. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2, 3 | 1, 2 | 1, 3 | 2, 3 | Mughal Kings celebrated 3 festivals: solar and lunar birthdays of monarch and Nauroz, Iranian New Year. | 2 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following statements about Mughal Empire is/are correct? Mughal emperors had a close relationship with Sufis. The capital cities of Mughal Emperors shifted frequently. Mughal King... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following statements is/are correct about Mughal Empire?
1. Granting titles to men of merit was practised.
2. Titles could be earned or paid for.
3. Mughal coins carried full title of emperor.
| 1 only | 1,3
| 1,2,3 | 2,3 | All are correct.
| 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct about Mughal Empire?
1. Granting titles to men of merit was practised.
2. Titles could be earned or paid for.
3. Mughal coins carried ful... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | The Delhi Sultanate | Which of the following is/are correct about Iltutmish? He introduced Arabic coinage. He was slave to Qutb-ud-din Aibak. He nominated his daughter as successor. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | All | 2 and 3 | 1 and 2 | 2 only |
All are correct.
Iltutmish undertook an expedition against Bamiyan. He nominated his daughter Raziah as his successor before his death.
| 2 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The Delhi Sultanate
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about Iltutmish? He introduced Arabic coinage. He was slave to Qutb-ud-din Aibak. He nominated his daughter as successor. Select the correct answer ... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | The Delhi Sultanate | Which of the following is/are correct about Firoz Tughluq"s reign? He taxed Muslims. Employment Bureau was established. He abolished Jizya. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 | 2 and 3 | 1 and 3 | All |
He collected four important taxes such as Kharaj-1/10 of the produce of the land, Khams-1/5 of the warbooty, Jizya-Poll Tax and Zakat-Tax on muslims for specific religious purposes.
| 2 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The Delhi Sultanate
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about Firoz Tughluq"s reign? He taxed Muslims. Employment Bureau was established. He abolished Jizya. Select the correct answer using the code give... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India | Which of the following important trade route(s) was/were blocked for Europeans 15th century onwards? Afghanistan-> C.Asia-> Caspian Sea-> Black Sea Through Persia and Syria till Mediterranean sea Arabian sea-> Persian Gulf-> Red sea Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | In 1453 A.D. the Ottoman Turks captured Constantinople and troubled the European merchants. They blocked the land route through Afghanistan. The other two routes were also closed as a result of the Arab conquest in the 8th century A.D. So the Europeans were forced to discover a new sea route to India | 2 | a | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:Which of the following important trade route(s) was/were blocked for Europeans 15th century onwards? Afghanistan-> C.Asia-> Caspian Sea-> Black Sea Thro... |
History of Modern India | Freedom Struggle | The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India | Which is False ?
In Treaty of Madras 1769 between Hyder Ali and British, both agreed to help each other against Marathas
Warren Hastings was impeached due to charges of graft for personal gain
In first Anglo-Mysore war, Hyderabad and marathas supported british
| 1 and 2 | 1 and 3
| 2 and 3 | 1,2,3 | The FirstAnglo-Maratha war put the English under a great financial strain. So Warren Hastings demanded additional revenue from Raja Chait Singh of Benares. On his refusal to pay the revenue, Hastings deposed the ruler. Similarly he took away the personal treasures of the Begums of Oudh. Warren Hastings is also believed... | 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
Section:History of Modern India
Sub-Section:Freedom Struggle
Question:Which is False ?
In Treaty of Madras 1769 between Hyder Ali and British, both agreed to help each other against Marathas
Warren Hastings was impe... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Early Medieval Period: South India ( Cholas & Others ) | Which of the following is/are correct about Cholas?
The later Cholas were well-versed in maintaining and auditing of accounts.
Free hospitals were setup by them at many places.
Empire of Rajaraja I extended till Maldives.
Select the correct answer using code given below.
| 1 and 2
| 2 and 3
| 1 and 3
| All of the above |
All are correct.
| 2 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Early Medieval Period: South India ( Cholas & Others )
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about Cholas?
The later Cholas were well-versed in maintaining and auditing of accounts.
Free hospitals wer... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is/are true about Akbar"s Empire? Cultivation was based on individual ownership. Working of peasants in non-resident villages was restricted to prevent conflicts. Agriculture was dependent on primitive methods only. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 | 2 only | 1 only | 1, 2, 3 | Mobility of peasants lead to expansion of agriculture. They were called pahi-kashta. Peasants did use technologies , e.g. drill was used to plants seeds, wooden ploughs were used to harness cattle energy. | 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are true about Akbar"s Empire? Cultivation was based on individual ownership. Working of peasants in non-resident villages was restricted to prevent conflicts. Agricu... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period |
Which of the following are true about Mughal empire?
Mughal court chronicles were written in Persian.
Persian was the language of administration.
Ramayana was translated into Persian.
| 1,2 | 2,3
| all | 1,3
|
all are correct.
| 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:
Which of the following are true about Mughal empire?
Mughal court chronicles were written in Persian.
Persian was the language of administration.
Ramayana was translated int... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is/are incorrect regarding artisans during Mughal period? Village artisans were very few in proportion to total population. Their craft was restricted to families and transferred only across generations. They used to receive a share of harvest for their efforts as compensation Select the correct ... | 1, 2, 3 | 1 and 2 | 1 and 3 | 2 and 3 |
Artisan population was substantial reaching even upto 25% of the village households. there was also fluidity in professions as cultivators in off-season performed a variety of roles of artisans like dyeing, textile printing, etc
| 2 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are incorrect regarding artisans during Mughal period? Village artisans were very few in proportion to total population. Their craft was restricted to families and tr... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is correct about position of women in rural Mughal India? | Their labour wasn"t used in commercialised products. | Dowry system was widely prevelant. | Social system forced women to do artisanal work at home. | Draconian punishments were widely used against them. |
Many artisan tasks were dependent on women. The more commercialised the product, the more was women's involvement.
Peasant and artisinal women worked not only in fields but also in houses of employers and in markets.
Marriages in rural communities required payment of bride price rather than dowry because of the u... | 3 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is correct about position of women in rural Mughal India?
Options
##Option_A: Their labour wasn"t used in commercialised products.###Option_B: Dowry system was widely pr... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is/are correct regarding life of women in Mughal empire?
1. Cases regarding men not providing for family could be taken to panchayats
2. Infidelity by men of household was strictly dealt with
3. There were instances of women Zamindars in Bengal
| 1 and 2 | 2 and 3
| 1 and 3 | 1,2,3 | Infedility by men hardly went punished by the panchayats | 3 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct regarding life of women in Mughal empire?
1. Cases regarding men not providing for family could be taken to panchayats
2. Infidelity by men of househo... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Mark the correct statement regarding zamindars. Caste was not a factor for selecting zamindars Zamindars could sell, mortgage, bequeath lands at will They had fortresses built for themselves | 1,2,3 | 1 and 2 | 2 and 3 | 1 and 3 | caste and service to the state were the two most essential factors for the elevated status of zamindars | 1 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Mark the correct statement regarding zamindars. Caste was not a factor for selecting zamindars Zamindars could sell, mortgage, bequeath lands at will They had fortresses built for themselves
O... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which is/are correct regarding the revolts against Zamindars during Mughal empire?
1. Bhakti saints were pivotal in portraying zamindars as exploiters
2. In 17th centuary agrarian uprisings, zamindars were the main target
| only 1 | only 2
| 1 and 2 | none | Bhakti saints did not potray zamindars as oppressive. Usually, it was revenue officials who were objects of their ire
In various 17th centuary agrarian uprisings, zamindars got support of peasantry in struggle against the state | 3 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which is/are correct regarding the revolts against Zamindars during Mughal empire?
1. Bhakti saints were pivotal in portraying zamindars as exploiters
2. In 17th centuary agrarian uprising... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Mughal Period | Which of the following is correct? Both assessed and collected land revenue amounts were separately recorded Maximising scope of state"s claims was prioritised over welfare of people in collecting land revenue There was equal preference for cash or kind | 1,2,3 | 1 and 2 | 1 and 3 | 2 and 3 | cash was preferred over kind | 1 | b | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Mughal Period
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is correct? Both assessed and collected land revenue amounts were separately recorded Maximising scope of state"s claims was prioritised over welfare of people in collec... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Religious Movements Bhakti Movement | Which of the following is/are correct? Tantric rituals, in medieval India were followed by lower caste only. Tantric practitioners were influenced by Shaivism and Buddhism. Practitioners of tantric practice ignored authority of Vedas. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 2 | 2 and 3 | 1 and 3 |
Tantric practices were open to women and practitioners ignored caste, class differences within ritual context.
| 2 | c | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Religious Movements Bhakti Movement
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct? Tantric rituals, in medieval India were followed by lower caste only. Tantric practitioners were influenced by Shaivism and Buddhis... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Religious Movements Bhakti Movement |
Which is true regarding bhakti movement?
They acknowledged women and lower castes
Bhakti tradition was characterised by worship of specific deities only
Bhakti saints brought about an awakening against the state oppression
| 1,2,3 | 1 and 2
| 2 and 3 | 1 and 3
|
sagun tradition-worship of specific deity
nirgun-worship of formless god
| 1 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Religious Movements Bhakti Movement
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:
Which is true regarding bhakti movement?
They acknowledged women and lower castes
Bhakti tradition was characterised by worship of specific deities only
... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Religious Movements Bhakti Movement | Which of the following is/are correct about Nayanar female bhakts in Bhakti tradition? They renounced their social obligations They formed an alternative order and became nuns Their existence posed a challenge to patriarchal norms Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2, 3 | 1 and 2 | 2 and 3 | 1 and 3 | They did not form an alternative social order and did not become nuns | 3 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Religious Movements Bhakti Movement
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:Which of the following is/are correct about Nayanar female bhakts in Bhakti tradition? They renounced their social obligations They formed an alternative order and became... |
Ancient and Medieval History | Medival History | Religious Movements Bhakti Movement |
Which is/are correct about Bhakti saints from south?
They never received any royal patronage.
They had good relations with Buddhist and jain monks.
Their fame amongst peasants led to revolts.
| only 1
| 1 and 3
| only 2
| none
|
They did get occasional support from the kings. Their hymns are full of opposition to buddhism and jainism. It was inferred that this is because of competition for royal patronage. they were revered by peasants due to which kings supported them and built temples.
| 3 | d | This is a mcq of UPSC standerd on Topic:Religious Movements Bhakti Movement
Section:Ancient and Medieval History
Sub-Section:Medival History
Question:
Which is/are correct about Bhakti saints from south?
They never received any royal patronage.
They had good relations with Buddhist and jain monks.
The... |
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