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With reference to the Chinese traveler Xuan Zang, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. He visited India during the rule of Harshavardhan.
2. He stayed at Nalanda Monastery, a great Buddhist learning centre in ancient times.
3. He translated some of the important Mahayana Buddhist scripture... | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 only
| 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 |
Xuanzang spent his life translating the Buddhist scriptures that he brought back from India.
His translations included some of the most important Mahayana scriptures.
The major portion of his time, however, was spent at the Nalanda monastery, the great Buddhist centre of learning, where he perfected his ... | a | GS_History_Ancient and Medival_unclassified | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to the Chinese traveler Xuan Zang, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. He visited India during the rule of Harshavardhan.
2. He stayed at Nalanda Monastery, a great Buddhist learning centre in ancient times.
3. He translated some... |
Consider the following statements: During the Southwest Monsoon period the ocean currents of the Northern Indian Ocean move in a clockwise fashion. A high pressure cell develops off the Madagascar coast around the Mascarene Islands, during the Southwest monsoon. There is a positive correlation between the tropical east... | 1, 2, 3 | 1, 2 | 1, 3 | 1, 2, 3 | The tropical easterly jet stream reinforces the Mascarene High. | a | Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: During the Southwest Monsoon period the ocean currents of the Northern Indian Ocean move in a clockwise fashion. A high pressure cell develops off the Madagascar coast around the Mascarene Islands, during the Southwest monsoon. There is a p... |
Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD): IOD is an irregular oscillation of sea-surface temperatures in which the western Indian Ocean becomes alternately warmer and then colder than the eastern part of the ocean. The IOD involves a periodic oscillation of sea-surface temperatures, bet... | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | A positive phase sees greater-than-average sea-surface temperatures and greater precipitation in the western Indian Ocean region, with a corresponding cooling of waters in the eastern Indian Ocean-which tends to cause droughts in adjacent land areas of Indonesia and Australia. The negative phase of the IOD brings about... | b | Climate | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD): IOD is an irregular oscillation of sea-surface temperatures in which the western Indian Ocean becomes alternately warmer and then colder than the eastern part of the ocean. The IOD involves a periodic... |
Which of the following can be attributed to the concept of "Sea-Floor Spreading"? The presence of mid-oceanic ridges, forming a mountain system with active volcanic eruptions which bring a large amount of lava to the surface. The ocean crust rocks are older as compared to continental rocks. The rocks farther from the m... | 1, 4 | 1, 3, 4 | 1, 2, 3 | 1, 4 | The ocean crust rocks are younger as compared to continental rocks. The rocks closer from the mid-oceanic ridges have normal polarity and are younger as compared to the farther ones. | a | Landform Development First order (continental drift theory, sea floor spreading, plate tectonics theory) | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following can be attributed to the concept of "Sea-Floor Spreading"? The presence of mid-oceanic ridges, forming a mountain system with active volcanic eruptions which bring a large amount of lava to the surface. The ocean crust rocks are older as compared to co... |
Consider the following pairs. (Boundary Interaction - physical feature): Transform Boundary Interaction - North Anatolian Fault in Turkey Collision Zone - Andes Mountains Divergent Plates - East Pacific Rise Subduction Zone - Alps Mountains Which pair is correctly matched? | 2, 4 | 1, 3 | 1, 2, 3 | 2, 4 | Transform Boundary Interaction - North Anatolian Fault in Turkey Collision Zone - Alps Mountains Divergent Plates - East Pacific Rise Subduction Zone - Andes Mountains | b | Landform Development First order (continental drift theory, sea floor spreading, plate tectonics theory) | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs. (Boundary Interaction - physical feature): Transform Boundary Interaction - North Anatolian Fault in Turkey Collision Zone - Andes Mountains Divergent Plates - East Pacific Rise Subduction Zone - Alps Mountains Which pair is correctly matched?##... |
Match the following pairs appropriately:
Activity
Type of Earthquake
(A) Intense Mining activity and Mine explosions
(1) Explosion Earthquake
(B) Chemical or nuclear devices related to blasts
(2) Collapse Earthquake
(C) Standing water over a large area.
(3... | only one pair | only two pairs | only three pairs | only one pair | nan | b | The Lithosphere Interior structure of the earth, Earth’s crust, Classification of rocks. | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match the following pairs appropriately:
Activity
Type of Earthquake
(A) Intense Mining activity and Mine explosions
(1) Explosion Earthquake
(B) Chemical or nuclear devices related to blasts
(2) Collapse Earthquake
(... |
Natural levees and point bars are: | depositional landforms of running water. | erosional landforms of running water. | depositional landforms of glaciers. | depositional landforms of running water. | Deposition develops a floodplain just as erosion makes valleys. Floodplain is a major landform of river deposition. Natural levees and point bars are some of the important landforms found associated with floodplains. Natural levees are found along the banks of large rivers. They are low, linear and parallel ridges of ... | a | External forces & their impact Weathering, Erosion & landforms thus developed | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Natural levees and point bars are:##Option_A: depositional landforms of running water.###Option_B: erosional landforms of running water.##Option_C: depositional landforms of glaciers.##Option_D: depositional landforms of running water.##Answer:a##Explaination:Deposition deve... |
Consider the following statements-
During the Post-Maurya period, the largest number of coins were issued.
During the Gupta period, the largest number of gold coins were issued.
During the post-Gupta period, there was a complete absence of any coin.
Which of the above statements are correct? | 1 and 3 | 1 and 2 | 1, 2, 3 | 1 and 3 | nan | b | No_topic | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements-
During the Post-Maurya period, the largest number of coins were issued.
During the Gupta period, the largest number of gold coins were issued.
During the post-Gupta period, there was a complete absence of any coin.
Which of the ... |
Consider the statements-
1. In the post-Maurya period most of the craftsmen belonged to the shudra caste.
2. Guild used to protect the interest of traders, craftsmen, and professionals of a particular area.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | Both are true | Only 1 | Only 2 | Both are true | nan | a | No_topic | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the statements-
1. In the post-Maurya period most of the craftsmen belonged to the shudra caste.
2. Guild used to protect the interest of traders, craftsmen, and professionals of a particular area.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:... |
Consider the following statements: Pressure gradient develops because of changing wind patterns around the globe. Equatorial low pressure belt is a dynamically induced pressure belt. The Aleutian high pressure cell becomes stronger in the winters than in the summers. Hawaiian and Azores highs intensify during the summe... | 1, 2, 3 | 1, 3, 4 | 2, 4 | 1, 2, 3 | It's not the Aleutian high but Aleutian low pressure cell. Pressure gradients develop because of differential heating of atmosphere (land and water have different specific heats). | c | The Atmosphere : Structure , Weather & Climate , Solar Radiation , Heat Balance & Temperature , Pressure & Wind , Water in the Atmosphere | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: Pressure gradient develops because of changing wind patterns around the globe. Equatorial low pressure belt is a dynamically induced pressure belt. The Aleutian high pressure cell becomes stronger in the winters than in the summers. Hawaiia... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct with respect to plate tectonics?
Oceanic-oceanic divergent movement is an example of constructive movement
Benioff zones are formed as a result of destructive movements
Conservative movements have a sliding past or anti-parallel movement
Select t... |
1, 2, 3
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1, 2
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2, 3
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1, 2, 3
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There are 3 primary types of Tectonic Plate boundaries: Divergent boundaries; Covergent boundaries; and Transform boundaries.
Divergent Boundaries :At divergent boundaries new crust is created as two or more plates pull away from each other. Oceans are born and grow wider where plates diverge or pull apart.
... | a | Landform Development First order (continental drift theory, sea floor spreading, plate tectonics theory) | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are correct with respect to plate tectonics?
Oceanic-oceanic divergent movement is an example of constructive movement
Benioff zones are formed as a result of destructive movements
Conservative movements have a sliding ... |
Which of the following statements about Stupa is/are correct? 1. Buddha idol was placed at the centre of Stupa. 2. Stupas did not have a pathway laid around it. | 1 only | 2 only | Both | 1 only | Generally, there is a small box placed at the centre or heart of the stupa. This may contain bodily remains (such as teeth, bone or ashes) of the Buddha or his followers, or things they used, as well as precious stones, and coins. Often, a path, known as the pradakshina patha,was laid around the stupa. This was surroun... | d | Guptas & Post Guptas / Vardhana | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements about Stupa is/are correct? 1. Buddha idol was placed at the centre of Stupa. 2. Stupas did not have a pathway laid around it. ##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both ... |
Which of the following statements are correct? Tropical cyclones are more destructive and less frequent than the temperate cyclones. A tropical cyclone is frontal in origin whereas a temperate cyclone is thermal in origin. A cyclone is a more mature fully developed depression. Select the correct answer using the code g... | 1, 2, 3 | 1, 3 | 2, 3 | 1, 2, 3 | A temperate cyclone is frontal in origin whereas a tropical cyclone is thermal in origin. | b | The Atmosphere : Structure , Weather & Climate , Solar Radiation , Heat Balance & Temperature , Pressure & Wind , Water in the Atmosphere | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements are correct? Tropical cyclones are more destructive and less frequent than the temperate cyclones. A tropical cyclone is frontal in origin whereas a temperate cyclone is thermal in origin. A cyclone is a more mature fully developed depressio... |
Consider the following statements: Ocean currents flow clockwise in the northern hemisphere, and counter-clockwise in the southern hemisphere. Warm currents flow from equator to poles and cold currents flow from poles to equators. Warm currents wash the eastern shores of continents in the low latitudes, and the western... | 1, 2, 3 | 1, 2, 4 | 2, 3, 4 | 1, 2, 3 | nan | d | Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: Ocean currents flow clockwise in the northern hemisphere, and counter-clockwise in the southern hemisphere. Warm currents flow from equator to poles and cold currents flow from poles to equators. Warm currents wash the eastern shores of con... |
Which of the following statements is true about 'Military' school of thought lead by BG Tilak?
1. Personal sacrifices required.
2. Direct political action required.
3. Belief in the capacity of masses.
A. 1,2
B. 2,3
C. 1,3
D. 1,2,3
| nan | nan | nan | nan |
All are correct
| d | Freedom Struggle : Extremist Phase (1905 – 17) | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is true about 'Military' school of thought lead by BG Tilak?
1. Personal sacrifices required.
2. Direct political action required.
3. Belief in the capacity of masses.
A. 1,2
B. 2,3
C. 1,3
D. 1,2,3
##Option_A:n... |
Consider the following statements.
1. Archaeological evidence gives us the information that Harappan people had to face the situation of draught and famine time and again.
2. In Harappan civilization numerous terracotta figurines of women have been found, it shows that possibly the Indus society was matriarch... | Only 1 | Only 2
| Both of them | Only 1 |
.
| b | Harappan / Indus Valley Civilization | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements.
1. Archaeological evidence gives us the information that Harappan people had to face the situation of draught and famine time and again.
2. In Harappan civilization numerous terracotta figurines of women have been found, it shows ... |
Consider the following pairs:
Denudational process Driving force
1. Erosion Chemical Actions
2. Weathering Kinetic Energy
3. Mass Movements Gravitational Force
Which of the pair(s) given above is/are correctly matched?
| 1 and 2 only
| 3 only
| 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 2 only
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Weathering: Gravitational/ Molecular Stresses/ and/or Chemical Actions
Mass Movements: Gravitational Force
Erosion/Transportation: Kinetic Energy
| b | External forces & their impact Weathering, Erosion & landforms thus developed | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following pairs:
Denudational process Driving force
1. Erosion Chemical Actions
2. Weathering Kinetic Energy
3. Mass Movements Gravitational Force
Which of the pair(s) given above is/are correctly matched?
#... |
Consider the following statements regarding the power of superintendence of a high court. It extends to all courts and tribunals whether they are subject to the appellate jurisdiction of the high court or not. It not only covers only administrative superintendence but also judicial superintendence. It is a revisional j... | 1, 2, 3 | 2, 3, 4 | 1, 3, 4 | 1, 2, 3 | The power of superintendence of a high court is very broad because, (i) it extends to all courts and tribunals whether they are subject to the appellate jurisdiction of the high court or not; (ii) it covers not only administrative superintendence but also judicial superintendence; (iii) it is a revisional jurisdiction;... | d | High Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the power of superintendence of a high court. It extends to all courts and tribunals whether they are subject to the appellate jurisdiction of the high court or not. It not only covers only administrative superintendence but also j... |
Consider the following statements regarding the provisions under the article 136 concerned with appeal by special leave: It is a discretionary power of a supreme court and hence cannot be claimed as a matter of right. It can be granted in any judgement whether final or interlocutory. It can be related to any matter whe... | 1, 2 and 3 | 2, 3 and 4 | 1, 3 and 4 | 1, 2 and 3 | The Supreme Court is authorized to grant in its discretion special leave to appeal from any judgement in any matter passed by any court or tribunal in the country (except military tribunal and court martial). This provision contains the four aspects as under: It is a discretionary power and hence, cannot be claimed as ... | a | Supreme Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the provisions under the article 136 concerned with appeal by special leave: It is a discretionary power of a supreme court and hence cannot be claimed as a matter of right. It can be granted in any judgement whether final or inter... |
Who among the following organize “Independence for India league” in year 1928
| Jawaharlal Nehru and Subhas Chandra Bose
| Lala Hardayal and Lala Lajpat rai
| Jayprakash narayan and Ram Manohar Lohia.
| Jawaharlal Nehru and Subhas Chandra Bose
| Both Subhash and Nehru were inspired by the socialist and radical movement of the time. They organized the league to fight for complete independence and Socialist revision of the economic structure of the society. | a | GS_History_unclassified | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who among the following organize “Independence for India league” in year 1928
##Option_A: Jawaharlal Nehru and Subhas Chandra Bose
###Option_B: Lala Hardayal and Lala Lajpat rai
##Option_C: Jayprakash narayan and Ram Manohar Lohia.
##Option_D: Jawaharlal Nehru and Subhas... |
Consider the following statements regarding peasants of Oudh: Raj Kumar Shukla invited Mahatma Gandhi to visit the villages of Awadh to see himself the conditions of the peasants. In Awadh,landlords demanded exorbitantly high rents from peasants and forced them to do begar. The Oudh Kisan Sabha was set up headed by M... | 1 only | 2 only | 1, 2 only | 1 only |
Baba Ramchandra, a wanderer, emerged as s strong leader and rallying point for the peasants of Awadh. He helped Nehru in establishing Oudh Kishan Sabha.
In Awadh,landlords demanded exorbitantly high rents from peasants and forced them to do begar.So there was a peasant movement led by Baba Ramchandra and demanded r... | b | GS_History_unclassified | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding peasants of Oudh: Raj Kumar Shukla invited Mahatma Gandhi to visit the villages of Awadh to see himself the conditions of the peasants. In Awadh,landlords demanded exorbitantly high rents from peasants and forced them to do begar... |
Who among the following helped Mahatma Gandhi in setting up Tolstoy farm?
1. Gandhiji’s German friend Kallenbach
2. Sir Ratan Tata
3. Indian National Congress
4. Muslim League
5. Nizam of Hyderabad
| 1, 2 and 4 | 1, 4 and 5
| 1, 2, 3 and 5 | 1, 2 and 4 | nan | d | GS_History_unclassified | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who among the following helped Mahatma Gandhi in setting up Tolstoy farm?
1. Gandhiji’s German friend Kallenbach
2. Sir Ratan Tata
3. Indian National Congress
4. Muslim League
5. Nizam of Hyderabad
##Option_A: 1, 2 and 4 ###Option_B: 1, 4 and 5
##... |
Who among the following helped Mahatma Gandhi in setting up Tolstoy farm?
1. Gandhiji’s German friend Kallenbach
2. Sir Ratan Tata
3. Indian National Congress
4. Muslim League
5. Nizam of Hyderabad
| 1, 2 and 4 | 1, 4 and 5
| 1, 2, 3 and 5 | 1, 2 and 4 | nan | d | GS_History_unclassified | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who among the following helped Mahatma Gandhi in setting up Tolstoy farm?
1. Gandhiji’s German friend Kallenbach
2. Sir Ratan Tata
3. Indian National Congress
4. Muslim League
5. Nizam of Hyderabad
##Option_A: 1, 2 and 4 ###Option_B: 1, 4 and 5
##O... |
Which of the following was NOT a feature of “Nehru Report”
| Dominion Status for India
| Reserved seats for Muslims in centre and all the provinces.
| Universal adult franchise.
| Dominion Status for India
| The report recommended Muslim reservation only in those provinces where the Muslims were in minority.
Jinnah was not happy with this and proposed his own “Fourteen Points” | b | GS_History_unclassified | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following was NOT a feature of “Nehru Report”
##Option_A: Dominion Status for India
###Option_B: Reserved seats for Muslims in centre and all the provinces.
##Option_C: Universal adult franchise.
##Option_D: Dominion Status for India
##Answer:b##Explainatio... |
“Indian Peasant Institute” established by N. G. Ranga was famous for: | The institute provided scientific way to farming to the peasants. | The institute trained the peasants to become active workers of peasant movements. | The institute was famous for providing basic helps to those farmers who had lost their belongings to natural calamities. | The institute provided scientific way to farming to the peasants. | nan | b | GS_History_unclassified | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:“Indian Peasant Institute” established by N. G. Ranga was famous for:##Option_A: The institute provided scientific way to farming to the peasants.###Option_B: The institute trained the peasants to become active workers of peasant movements.##Option_C: The institute was famou... |
Which of the following was part of the resolution passed by Congress in Karachi session on National Economic program and Fundamental Rights? Neutrality of the state in regard to all religions. State ownership or control of key industries, mines and means of transport. Free and compulsory primary education. Protection o... | only 1 | 1 and 4 | 1, 2 and 3 | only 1 | nan | d | GS_History_unclassified | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following was part of the resolution passed by Congress in Karachi session on National Economic program and Fundamental Rights? Neutrality of the state in regard to all religions. State ownership or control of key industries, mines and means of transport. Free a... |
Which of the following information is/are true for Civil Disobedience 1930-1931?
1. Main theme of Civil Disobedience 1930-1931 was to break the salt law.
2. The movement was lukewarm in the northern India as the formation of salt was not possible in this landlocked region.
| Only 1 | Only 2
| Both 1 and 2 | Only 1 | Different forms of Civil Disobedience was performed in places where Salt Satyagraha was not possible like Anti Chowkidara Tax in Eastern India and No-Revenue, NO Rent movement in UP. | a | GS_History_unclassified | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following information is/are true for Civil Disobedience 1930-1931?
1. Main theme of Civil Disobedience 1930-1931 was to break the salt law.
2. The movement was lukewarm in the northern India as the formation of salt was not possible in this landlocked regio... |
Which of the following statements is true about “Economic Silk route”? 1. Silk Roads would boost China’s trade with whole Eurasian continent. 2. There would be increase in the number of regional governments. 3. It involves building infrastructure, roadways, railways and waterways. Select the correct answer using the co... | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | 1 and 3 only | The Silk Road is the world's oldest, and most historically important overland trade route. The name evokes images of caravans wading through desert sand, and smell of exotic spices, and continues to fascinate travelers . New Silk Road strategy," a sprawling set of trade and infrastructure agreements proposed by Chi... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is true about “Economic Silk route”? 1. Silk Roads would boost China’s trade with whole Eurasian continent. 2. There would be increase in the number of regional governments. 3. It involves building infrastructure, roadways, railways and wate... |
Consider the following statements: 1. Promoting asset ownership by women. 2. Supporting women’s livelihood. 3. Supporting self-help groups to widen outreach. 4. Promoting financial literacy amongst women. 5. Provide services to both men and women. Which of the above statements is/are incorrect about Bharatiya Mahila Ba... | 1 and 5 only | 5 only | 2 and 4 only | 1 and 5 only | Bharatiya Mahila Bank works with a mission of to be a bank of choice for all women enabling economic empowerment, in both urban and rural areas by: Facilitating inclusive growth through access to financial services. Addressing needs of women across all strata. Eliminating lending bias against women. Promoting asset own... | d | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. Promoting asset ownership by women. 2. Supporting women’s livelihood. 3. Supporting self-help groups to widen outreach. 4. Promoting financial literacy amongst women. 5. Provide services to both men and women. Which of the above statemen... |
Consider the following statements about Nagoya protocol: 1. It covers traditional knowledge associated with genetic resources. 2. It applies to genetic resources that are covered by the convention on biological diversity. 3. India is currently the president of conference of parties. Which of the above statement is/are ... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Nagoya Protocol provides a transparent legal framework for the effective implementation of one of the three objectives of the convention on biological diversity. i.e., the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the utilisation of genetic resources. The nagoya protocol also cover traditional knowledge ass... | a | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about Nagoya protocol: 1. It covers traditional knowledge associated with genetic resources. 2. It applies to genetic resources that are covered by the convention on biological diversity. 3. India is currently the president of conference of ... |
Consider the following about Ebola Virus: 1. It is spread through close contact with the blood, secretions, organs. 2. It spreads in the community through human-to-human transmission. 3. It has been considered as a potential bioterrorism weapon. Which of the above statement is/are false? | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Ebola is a filovirus, one of the most virulent pathogens in the field of infectious diseases, and dangerous enough that it has been considered as a potential bioterrorism weapon. Ebola is introduced into the human population through close contact, infection resulting from direct contact (through broken skin or mucous m... | d | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following about Ebola Virus: 1. It is spread through close contact with the blood, secretions, organs. 2. It spreads in the community through human-to-human transmission. 3. It has been considered as a potential bioterrorism weapon. Which of the above statement ... |
Which of the following is true about National Ganga River Basin Authority? 1. The National Ganga River Basin Authority is autonomous body under the Ministry of Environment. 2. NGRBA will ensure effective abatement of pollution and conservation of the river Ganga. | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | The National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA) has been shifted from the Ministry of Environment to the Ministry of Water Resources. Hereafter, all issues pertaining to conservation, development management and abatement of pollution in river Ganga and its tributaries will also be directed by the Ministry of Water Res... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is true about National Ganga River Basin Authority? 1. The National Ganga River Basin Authority is autonomous body under the Ministry of Environment. 2. NGRBA will ensure effective abatement of pollution and conservation of the river Ganga.##Option_A: ... |
Recently WHO completed the assessment of the status of the Indian vaccine regulatory system with the highest rating. Which of the following agencies/offices are associated with regulation of pharmaceuticals in India? 1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organization. 2. Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC). 3. Drug Contr... | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only |
World Health Organisation (WHO) has, based on a robust benchmarking tool developed over years in consultation with various experts drawn from across the globe, carried out assessment of the National Regulatory Authority (NRA) of India comprising the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), State Drug Regu... | b | Reports(International) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Recently WHO completed the assessment of the status of the Indian vaccine regulatory system with the highest rating. Which of the following agencies/offices are associated with regulation of pharmaceuticals in India? 1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organization. 2. Indian ... |
Which of the following British policies undermined the caste system?
1. Introduction of modern industries and railways
2. Free sale of land
3. Reforms in education system
4. Entrance into administrative services
| 1, 2, 4 | 1, 3, 4
| 2, 3, 4 | 1, 2, 4 | nan | d | Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following British policies undermined the caste system?
1. Introduction of modern industries and railways
2. Free sale of land
3. Reforms in education system
4. Entrance into administrative services
##Option_A: 1, 2, 4 ###Option_B: 1, 3... |
Choose the correct statement:
| The commission to review the working of the constitution was headed by M Veerappa Moily.
| Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) is setup by Government of India after every 20 year.
| Chief Election Commissioner is head of the Election Commission of India.
| The commission to review the working of the constitution was headed by M Veerappa Moily.
| The commission to review the working of the constitution was headed by M. N. Venkatachaliah. There is no fixed time limit to setup ARC. The Chief Election Commissioner and the two election commissioner have equal powers and receive equal salary. In case of difference of opinion the matter is resolved by the majority in... | d | Reform: Police Reform | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Choose the correct statement:
##Option_A: The commission to review the working of the constitution was headed by M Veerappa Moily.
###Option_B: Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) is setup by Government of India after every 20 year.
##Option_C: Chief Election Commissi... |
Which is true about status of women in 19th century?
| Condition of peasant women was the worst amongst all
| Peasant women had no right to remarry
| Muslim women could inherit property
| Condition of peasant women was the worst amongst all
| (a) Condition of upper class women was the worst amongst all
(b) Peasant women had the right to remarry
(c) Muslim women could inherit property but only half as much as male heirs
(d) Social position of Hindu and Muslim women were almost similar | c | Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which is true about status of women in 19th century?
##Option_A: Condition of peasant women was the worst amongst all
###Option_B: Peasant women had no right to remarry
##Option_C: Muslim women could inherit property
##Option_D: Condition of peasant women was the worst a... |
Which of the following is correct about revivalist movements? | Their tendency to look backwards undermined human reason and positive teachings | They made the past a heritage of the few | Both | Their tendency to look backwards undermined human reason and positive teachings | nan | c | Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is correct about revivalist movements?##Option_A: Their tendency to look backwards undermined human reason and positive teachings###Option_B: They made the past a heritage of the few##Option_C: Both##Option_D: Their tendency to look backwards undermine... |
Which is true about reforms amongst muslims?
1. Muhammeden literary society encouraged muslims to take to western education
2. muhammeden anglo oriental college was a center for spread of western science
3. muhammeden anglo oriental college was open for muslims only
a.1,2
b.1,3
c.2,3
d.1,2... | nan | nan | nan | nan |
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| a | Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which is true about reforms amongst muslims?
1. Muhammeden literary society encouraged muslims to take to western education
2. muhammeden anglo oriental college was a center for spread of western science
3. muhammeden anglo oriental college was open for muslims... |
Consider the following statements regarding non-cooperation movement: Gandhi Ji assured Swaraj in one year if the non-cooperation movement went well. Civil disobedience which included non payment of taxes was kept as a backup if the government used oppression to curb the non-cooperation movement. The non-cooperation re... | 1, 2 and 4 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | All statements are correct. | d | The Khilafat Movement (1920-22) and Non Cooperation Movement | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding non-cooperation movement: Gandhi Ji assured Swaraj in one year if the non-cooperation movement went well. Civil disobedience which included non payment of taxes was kept as a backup if the government used oppression to curb the non... |
Civil Disobedience was an advance over the Non-Cooperation movement. Which of the following were exceptions?
1. State objective
2. Methods adopted
3. Participation of women
4. Hindu Muslim Unity
5. Response from business group
6. Participation of Labourers
Correct codes: | 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 | 4 and 6 | 2, 3, 4, 5 | 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 | nan | b | No_topic | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Civil Disobedience was an advance over the Non-Cooperation movement. Which of the following were exceptions?
1. State objective
2. Methods adopted
3. Participation of women
4. Hindu Muslim Unity
5. Response from business group
6. Participation of Labourers
Corr... |
Consider following statements about countervailing duty (CVD): It is imposed on cheap imported goods being subsidized by producing country to make prices equal to but not higher than domestic prices. It is allowed under WTO. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | Only 1 | Only 2 | None | Only 1 | It can make imported goods prices higher than that of domestic goods | b | India and IMF, WTO , WIPO | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider following statements about countervailing duty (CVD): It is imposed on cheap imported goods being subsidized by producing country to make prices equal to but not higher than domestic prices. It is allowed under WTO. Which of the statements given above is/are correct... |
With reference to Vegetation of the Savannah Climate, Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. These grasslands are characterized by the absence of trees.
2. The grass is tall and coarse.
3. The grass remains evergreen.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below. | 2 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 only | . | a | Natural Vegetation, Plant and Animal Life | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Vegetation of the Savannah Climate, Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. These grasslands are characterized by the absence of trees.
2. The grass is tall and coarse.
3. The grass remains evergreen.
Select the correct answer using the... |
With reference to the composition of the Constituent Assembly, consider the following statements: Seats alloted to the Provinces and Princely States were in proportion to the area. Seats allocated to each British provinces were to be decided among Hindus and Muslims only. Which of the statements given above is/are corr... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is not correct: Seats alloted to the Provinces and Princely States were in proportion to their respective population and not area. Statement 2 is not correct: Seats allocated to each British province were to be decided among Muslims, Sikhs and General ( all except Muslims and Sikhs). | d | Evolution & Making of the Constitution | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the composition of the Constituent Assembly, consider the following statements: Seats alloted to the Provinces and Princely States were in proportion to the area. Seats allocated to each British provinces were to be decided among Hindus and Muslims only. Wh... |
Which of the following statements is/ are true about Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Bill, 2015? The arbitrators should settle disputes within a period of one year. The bill empowers arbitration tribunals to grant all kinds of interim measures that a court would provide. Select the correct answer using the cod... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Features of the bill: Mandatory for arbitrators to settle disputes within 12 months. This period can be extended by 6 months only by a court on sufficient cause. It cuts down the fees of arbitrators if the court finds that the delay has been caused due to arbitrators. Rewarding arbitrators with extra fees in case the m... | b | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/ are true about Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Bill, 2015? The arbitrators should settle disputes within a period of one year. The bill empowers arbitration tribunals to grant all kinds of interim measures that a court would pro... |
Which among the following is the likely impact of Prompt Corrective Action imposed by RBI on banks in India?
1. Restriction on opening new branches.
2. Increase in lending to Small and Medium Enterprises at low rates
Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only |
Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) is imposed by RBI when total bad loans after provisions have crossed 10 per cent and the bank has reported losses for two consecutive years. Banks like IDBI Bank, Central Bank of India, United Bank of India are facing PCA. By initiating PCA, t he regulator restricts banks from opening n... | a | Also in News(Economy) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following is the likely impact of Prompt Corrective Action imposed by RBI on banks in India?
1. Restriction on opening new branches.
2. Increase in lending to Small and Medium Enterprises at low rates
Select the correct answer using the code given below... |
In context of impeachment process for the President of India consider the following statements: Impeachment proceeding can only be initiated in Lok Sabha only. Nominated members of both houses take part in the impeachment of the President. The elected members of the legislative assemblies of states and the Unio... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Impeachment process of President: The impeachment charges can be initiated by either House of Parliament. So (1) is wrong. These charges should be signed by one-fourth members of the House (that framed the charges), and a 14 days’ notice should be given to the President. The nominated members of either House of ... | c | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In context of impeachment process for the President of India consider the following statements: Impeachment proceeding can only be initiated in Lok Sabha only. Nominated members of both houses take part in the impeachment of the President. The elected members of the legisl... |
Consider the following statements about Gandhiji in South Africa: Gandhiji"s political activities from 1894 to 1906 is classified as the "Moderate" phase of the struggle for the South African Indians. He set up Natal Indian Congress and started a paper called "Indian opinion". The phase of the struggle in South Africa... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | The Second phase of the struggle in South Africa began in 1906, was characterized by the use of the method named Satyagraha. | a | The Beginning of the Gandhian Era | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about Gandhiji in South Africa: Gandhiji"s political activities from 1894 to 1906 is classified as the "Moderate" phase of the struggle for the South African Indians. He set up Natal Indian Congress and started a paper called "Indian opinio... |
What was the main demand of Home Rule Movement? | Complete political Independence of India. | To free the local administration of India from the British. | Implementing the of Act of 1909 as soon as possible in India. | Complete political Independence of India. | Right of self rule as given to the white colonies was the main demand of Home rule movement. | d | The Home Rule Movement | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What was the main demand of Home Rule Movement?##Option_A: Complete political Independence of India.###Option_B: To free the local administration of India from the British.##Option_C: Implementing the of Act of 1909 as soon as possible in India.##Option_D: Complete political... |
Which of the following are true about financial indicators used in Basel norms and CAR? Tier 1 capital can absorb losses in the event of a winding-up. Tier 2 can absorb losses without a bank being required to cease trading. Govt. debt are subtracted from total assets for purposes of calculating the CAR. Select the corr... | 1, 2 | 1, 2, 3 | 3 only | 1, 2 | Tier 2 capital can absorb losses in the event of a winding-up. Tier 1 can absorb losses without a bank being required to cease trading. Govt. debt are subtracted from total assets for purposes of calculating the CAR as govt. debt has zero risk. | c | Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.) | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are true about financial indicators used in Basel norms and CAR? Tier 1 capital can absorb losses in the event of a winding-up. Tier 2 can absorb losses without a bank being required to cease trading. Govt. debt are subtracted from total assets for pur... |
Consider the following statements regarding Priority sector lending in India: Domestic banks have to lend 40% of net bank credit towards the priority sector. If the bank falls short of its target lending, then the remaining amount is contributed towards the Public accounts of India. Priority sector lending includes exp... | 2, 3, 4 | 1, 2, 4 | 1, 3 | 2, 3, 4 | If the bank falls short of its target lending, then the remaining amount is contributed towards the rural infrastructure debt fund. Foreign banks also have the obligation towards the priority sector. | c | Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.) | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Priority sector lending in India: Domestic banks have to lend 40% of net bank credit towards the priority sector. If the bank falls short of its target lending, then the remaining amount is contributed towards the Public accounts o... |
Which of the following rivers of India pass through rift valleys in India?
Narmada river
Tapi river
Ganga river
Damodar river
Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, and 2 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1, 2, and 3 only | 1, and 2 only | . | b | Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following rivers of India pass through rift valleys in India?
Narmada river
Tapi river
Ganga river
Damodar river
Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1, and 2 only###Option_B:1, 2 and 4 only##Option_C:1, 2, and 3 only##O... |
Which of the following provisions can be amended by a simple majority of both the Houses of the Parliament?
Delimitation of the constituencies.
Extent of the executive power of the Union and States.
Use of official language.
Elections to the Parliament.
Select the correct answer using the code given below... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | All the provisions are amended by a simple majority of both Houses, except the extent of the Executive power of the Union which is amended by Special majority of the Parliament and consent of States. Hence only option 2 is not correct. Simple majority refers to the majority of more than 50% of the members present and... | c | Amendment of Constitution | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following provisions can be amended by a simple majority of both the Houses of the Parliament?
Delimitation of the constituencies.
Extent of the executive power of the Union and States.
Use of official language.
Elections to the Parliament.
Select ... |
Sophia, seen recently in news, is | the final satellite in a series of next generation communications satellites launched by NASA. | the first humanoid robot to be sent into space. | the first 360° camera to produce 360° images, providing a realistic sense of events or places. | the final satellite in a series of next generation communications satellites launched by NASA. | Sophia is a social humanoid robot developed by Hong Kong-based company Hanson Robotics. In October 2017, the robot became a Saudi Arabian citizen, the first robot to receive citizenship of any country. In November 2017, Sophia was named the United Nations Development Programme's first ever Innovation Champion, and the... | d | Misc. Tech. | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Sophia, seen recently in news, is##Option_A:the final satellite in a series of next generation communications satellites launched by NASA.###Option_B:the first humanoid robot to be sent into space.##Option_C:the first 360° camera to produce 360° images, providing a realistic... |
Which of the following are the provisions made by the constitution to ensure the independent and impartial functioning of a High court? The judges of High court are appointed by the governor in consultation with the member of judiciary itself. Their salary and allowances are charged upon the consolidated fund of India.... | 1, 2 and 3 | 2, 3 and 4 | 3 and 4 | 1, 2 and 3 | The judges of High court are appointed by the president in consultation with the members of judiciary. The salaries and allowances are charged on the consolidated fund of state only the pensions of the judges are charged on the consolidated fund of India | c | High Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are the provisions made by the constitution to ensure the independent and impartial functioning of a High court? The judges of High court are appointed by the governor in consultation with the member of judiciary itself. Their salary and allowances are... |
A bill seeking to amend which of the following provisions of the constitution requires only a simple majority? Administration of the tribal areas in the states of Assam, Meghalaya and Mizoram. Administration and control of the scheduled areas and scheduled tribes. Abolition of a legislative council in a state. Select t... | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | 2 and 3 | 1 and 2 only | A number of provisions in the Constitution can be amended by a simple majority of the two Houses of Parliament outside the scope of Article 368. These provisions include: Admission or establishment of new states. Formation of new states and alteration of areas, boundaries or names of existing states. Abolition or crea... | d | Amendment of Constitution | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A bill seeking to amend which of the following provisions of the constitution requires only a simple majority? Administration of the tribal areas in the states of Assam, Meghalaya and Mizoram. Administration and control of the scheduled areas and scheduled tribes. Abolition ... |
Which of the following provisions of the constitution are borrowed from the constitution of the United Kingdom?
Residuary powers with center
System of single citizenship
Method of the election of the president
Law-making procedures
The concept of issuing writs.
Choose the correct option. | 1, 2 and 3 | 2, 4 and 5 | 2, 3 and 4 | 1, 2 and 3 | nan | b | Citizenship | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following provisions of the constitution are borrowed from the constitution of the United Kingdom?
Residuary powers with center
System of single citizenship
Method of the election of the president
Law-making procedures
The concept of issuing writs.
... |
Which among the following are tributaries of Yamuna? Tons Ken Betwa Son Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | The important tributaries of the Yamuna River are Tons, Chambal, Hindon, Betwa and Ken. Other small tributaries of the Yamuna River include the Giri, Sind, Uttangan, Sengar and the Rind. The main Yamuna and Tons are fed by glaciers, viz., the Bandar Punch Glacier and its branches and originates from the Great Himalayan... | a | no_topic_assigned | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following are tributaries of Yamuna? Tons Ken Betwa Son Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4 only##Option_C: 1 and 4 only##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 only##Answer:a##Explaination:The impo... |
With reference to the OCI i.e. Overseas Citizen Of India, which of the following statements is/are correct? The PIO (Person of Indian Origin) has been withdrawn and merged with OCI Scheme. OCI is a multiple entry, multi-point lifelong visa for visiting India. OCI have been provided with voting rights through e-ballot a... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Person of Indian Origin (PIO) card scheme has been withdrawn by Government of India and has been merged with Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card scheme w.e.f 9th January 2015. Hence all PIO cardholders will be deemed to be Overseas Citizens of India cardholder. OCI is a multiple entry, multi-point lifelong visa for vi... | b | Citizenship | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the OCI i.e. Overseas Citizen Of India, which of the following statements is/are correct? The PIO (Person of Indian Origin) has been withdrawn and merged with OCI Scheme. OCI is a multiple entry, multi-point lifelong visa for visiting India. OCI have been p... |
Consider the following statements with respect to MGNREGA: Wage material ratio in MGNREGA has recently been changed to improve quality of assets created. Under MGNREGA additional employment over and above 100 days is permissible in drought affected blocks. Inter-departmental activities have been collaborated in MGNREG... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | There were discussion and proposals to change wage material ratio last year but no final decision has been taken in this regards yet. (statement 1). In 2012-13 this provision is added in MGNAREGA that additional employment over and above 100 days is permissible in drought affected blocks. So option 2 is also correct. I... | c | Poverty & Unemployment, Poverty alleviation Programme & Employment Generation Programme | Botany | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with respect to MGNREGA: Wage material ratio in MGNREGA has recently been changed to improve quality of assets created. Under MGNREGA additional employment over and above 100 days is permissible in drought affected blocks. Inter-departmenta... |
With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following: 1.Fundamental Rights 2.Directive Principles of State Policy 3.Fundamental Duties 4.Preamble Which of the above provisions of the Constitution of India is/are fulfilled by the National Food Security Act launched by the Government of India? | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only |
NFSA is a form of socio-economic justice which is a part of Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy.
In PUCL vs Union of India The court affirmed the right to food as necessary to uphold Article 21 of the Constitution of India, which guarantees the fundamental right to “life with human dignity.” Thus ... | c | Directive Principles | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following: 1.Fundamental Rights 2.Directive Principles of State Policy 3.Fundamental Duties 4.Preamble Which of the above provisions of the Constitution of India is/are fulfilled by the National Food Security Act laun... |
Which of the following is correct regarding Non Banking Financial Company (NBFC)? The NBFCs as a whole account for 12.7 per cent of the assets of the total financial system An NBFC cannot accept demand deposits. There are two broad categories of NBFCs - deposit-taking NBFCs (NBFCs-D) and non-deposit-taking NBFCs (NBFC... | None | 1, 2 and 3 | 2 and 3 only | None | The NBFCs as a whole account for 12.7 per cent of the assets of the total financial system. With the growing importance assigned to financial inclusion, NBFCs are being regarded as important financial intermediaries particularly for the small scale and retail sectors. NBFC do not accept demand deposit but mobile resour... | b | Banking Reforms | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is correct regarding Non Banking Financial Company (NBFC)? The NBFCs as a whole account for 12.7 per cent of the assets of the total financial system An NBFC cannot accept demand deposits. There are two broad categories of NBFCs - deposit-taking NBFCs... |
Consider the following statements regarding the objectives of Food Security Act 2013: 1. To The act provides legal food security to 67% of population of India 2. The identification of eligible households is left to the state government based on the guidelines of Antyodaya scheme. 3. The act provides for creation of Sta... | 1 and 2 only | 1,2 and 3 only | 2,3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | nan | b | PDS | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the objectives of Food Security Act 2013: 1. To The act provides legal food security to 67% of population of India 2. The identification of eligible households is left to the state government based on the guidelines of Antyodaya sc... |
Consider the following statements regarding Monetary Management in India:
Monetary policy deals with the instruments by which long-term money is raised in the economy.
The Monetary policy and instruments used under it are regulated by the RBI.
Uncollateralized borrowing and lending of funds take place on an ove... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
1st statement is incorrect - Monetary policy deals with all those instruments by which short term money or capital is raised in the economy.
2nd statement is correct - The policy and the instruments used under monetary policy are regulated by the RBI.
3rd statement is correct - Call money market is the segment of... | b | Prices & Monetary management, | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Monetary Management in India:
Monetary policy deals with the instruments by which long-term money is raised in the economy.
The Monetary policy and instruments used under it are regulated by the RBI.
Uncollateralized borrow... |
Consider the following statements: According to constitution the jurisdiction and powers of the high court is same as immediately before the commencement of the constitution. The appellate jurisdiction of High court is wider than its original jurisdiction. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | Only 1 | Only 2 | Both 1 and 2 | Only 1 | the Constitution does not contain detailed provisions with regard to the jurisdiction and powers of a high court. It only lays down that the jurisdiction and powers of a high court are to be the same as immediately before the commencement of the Constitution A high court is primarily a court of appeal. It hears appeal... | c | High Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: According to constitution the jurisdiction and powers of the high court is same as immediately before the commencement of the constitution. The appellate jurisdiction of High court is wider than its original jurisdiction. Which of the above... |
The original jurisdiction of Supreme court does not extend to which of the following: commercial dispute between centre and state. inter state water dispute recovery of damages by a state against centre. Choose the correct option. | Only 2 | 1 and 2 | 1 and 3 | Only 2 | The original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court does not extend to the following: (a) A dispute arising out of any pre-Constitution treaty, agreement, covenant, engagement, sanad or other similar instrument.8 (b) A dispute arising out of any treaty, agreement, etc., which specifically provides that the said jurisdiction... | d | Supreme Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The original jurisdiction of Supreme court does not extend to which of the following: commercial dispute between centre and state. inter state water dispute recovery of damages by a state against centre. Choose the correct option.##Option_A: Only 2 ###Option_B: 1 and... |
Which of the following principles is employed by a gymanst while performing a somersault? | Conservation of Rotational Kinetic Energy. | Conservation of Mass Moment of Inertia. | Conservation of angular momentum. | Conservation of Rotational Kinetic Energy. | While taking a somersault the gymnast travels in a circular path. Because the gymnast is traveling in a circular path, she experiences angular momentum. Angular momentum is the product of angular velocity and the body's moment of inertia (L=Iω). A moment of inertia (I) is how far the mass is from the center of the axis... | c | no_topic_assigned | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following principles is employed by a gymanst while performing a somersault?##Option_A: Conservation of Rotational Kinetic Energy.###Option_B: Conservation of Mass Moment of Inertia.##Option_C: Conservation of angular momentum.##Option_D: Conservation... |
Consider the following statements: Non-Scheduled Banks do not have to follow CRR conditions. Non-Scheduled Banks are not eligible for obtaining loans from RBI to meet day to day activities. Which of the above statements is/are correct? | Only 1 | Only 2 | Both 1 and 2 | Only 1 | Non-scheduled banks are also subject to the statutory cash reserve requirement. But they are not required to keep them with the RBI; they may keep these balances with themselves. They are not entitled to borrow from the RBI for normal banking purposes. | b | Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.) | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: Non-Scheduled Banks do not have to follow CRR conditions. Non-Scheduled Banks are not eligible for obtaining loans from RBI to meet day to day activities. Which of the above statements is/are correct?##Option_A: Only 1###Option_B: Only 2##O... |
Which of the following are part of the Capital Market of India?
1. Gilt-edged market on semi-government securities.
2. Industrial securities market.
3. Development financial institutions
4. Non-Banking finance companies
Choose the correct option: | 1 and 4 | 2 and 3 | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 4 | nan | d | Basic Terms and Concepts, Equity and debt Instruments, Primary market and Secondary markets etc | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are part of the Capital Market of India?
1. Gilt-edged market on semi-government securities.
2. Industrial securities market.
3. Development financial institutions
4. Non-Banking finance companies
Choose the correct option:##Option_A:1 and 4... |
Who amongst the following has headed a committee on disinvestment?
1. Dr. Rangarajan
2. Mr. G.V Ramkrishna
3. Deepak Parikh
4. Dr. R.H Patil
Choose the correct answer form the codes given below: | 1 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | b | Economic Reforms since 1991 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who amongst the following has headed a committee on disinvestment?
1. Dr. Rangarajan
2. Mr. G.V Ramkrishna
3. Deepak Parikh
4. Dr. R.H Patil
Choose the correct answer form the codes given below:##Option_A:1 only ###Option_B:1, 2 and 4 only##Option_C:1 an... |
Biomes are climatically and geographically defined as similar climatic conditions on the Earth, such as communities of plants, animals, and soil organisms, and are often referred to as ecosystems. The type of biome is most significantly influenced by which of the following factors? Soil type and depth Temperature Preci... | 1 and 4 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1 and 4 only | Temperature and precipitation only. Biomes are broad types of biological communities with similar climatic and topographic conditions with comparable communities. Temperature and precipitation are the two most important factors influencing the type of biome found in a location. | b | Climatic regions | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Biomes are climatically and geographically defined as similar climatic conditions on the Earth, such as communities of plants, animals, and soil organisms, and are often referred to as ecosystems. The type of biome is most significantly influenced by which of the following f... |
In reference to star campaigners in an election, consider the following statements: 1. An unrecognized political party cannot nominate star campaigners. 2. Expenditure incurred by star campaigners is borne by the individual candidate. 3. When the Prime Minister is a star campaigner, the entire expenditure is borne by t... | 1 and 3 only | 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 3 only | Star Campaigners: A star campaigner is a celebrity vote seeker in an election for a party. This person can be anyone, a politician or even a film star. There is no law governing who can or cannot be made a star campaigner. They are nominated by the concerned political parties specifying their constituencies and durat... | d | Representation of People's Act | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In reference to star campaigners in an election, consider the following statements: 1. An unrecognized political party cannot nominate star campaigners. 2. Expenditure incurred by star campaigners is borne by the individual candidate. 3. When the Prime Minister is a star cam... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct about District Rural Development Agency (DRDA)?
1. It was created originally to implement the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act.
2. MPs and MLAs of concerned areas are members of governing body of DRDA through out India.
3. It works under the Ministry of Panchaya... | 1 , 3 only
| 2 only
| None of the above
| 1 , 3 only
|
It was created originally to implement the Integrated Rural Dev. Program.
Project Director is the Member Secretary of DRDA.
It is under Min of Rural Dev.
| c | Miscellaneous Polity | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are correct about District Rural Development Agency (DRDA)?
1. It was created originally to implement the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act.
2. MPs and MLAs of concerned areas are members of governing body of DRDA through out India.... |
Which of the following statements is/are true? As per the Constitution at least 80% of members of District Planning Committee (DPC) shall be elected by and from amongst the elected members of the Panchayat at the district level and of the Municipalities in the district. At least two-third of the members Mentopolitan Pl... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
The power of notification is with the state govt.
| a | Local Urban government | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true? As per the Constitution at least 80% of members of District Planning Committee (DPC) shall be elected by and from amongst the elected members of the Panchayat at the district level and of the Municipalities in the district. At l... |
Which of the following are the Voluntary provisions of the 73rd Amendment Act? Giving voting rights to the MP and MLA in local representative bodies. Giving the PRIs financial powers in relation to taxes, levy, fees etc. filling of various posts at all levels of PRI by direct election. devolution of powers to the PRI t... | 1, 2 and 4 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | All post at all levels (with two exceptions - chairpersons of intermediate and apex level panchayats) to be filled by direct election. | a | Panchayati Raj | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are the Voluntary provisions of the 73rd Amendment Act? Giving voting rights to the MP and MLA in local representative bodies. Giving the PRIs financial powers in relation to taxes, levy, fees etc. filling of various posts at all levels of PRI by direc... |
Which of the following statements is/are true? The number of members in panchayat is uniform across the country. The age limit for contesting election to the panchayat is 18 years. The gram panchayat is expected to meet once in 15 days. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 only | 3 only | 1 only | The number of members in panchayat can varied. The age limit for contesting election to the panchayat is 18 years. The panchayat is expected to meet once in 15 days | c | Panchayati Raj | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true? The number of members in panchayat is uniform across the country. The age limit for contesting election to the panchayat is 18 years. The gram panchayat is expected to meet once in 15 days. Select the correct answer using the co... |
With regard to Lok Adalats, consider the following statements:
It is a forum where the disputes/cases pending in the court of law or at pre-litigation stage are settled/compromised amicably.
They have been given statutory status under the Legal Services Authority Act, 1987.
They cater to the cases relating to m... | 1, 2 and 3 only
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Lok Adalat is a forum where the disputes/cases pending in the court of law or at pre-litigation stage are settled/compromised amicably.
The Lok Adalat has been given statutory status under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.
Under the said Act, the award made by the Lok Adalats is deemed to be the decree ... | d | District Courts, Gram Nyayalayas, NALSA etc | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to Lok Adalats, consider the following statements:
It is a forum where the disputes/cases pending in the court of law or at pre-litigation stage are settled/compromised amicably.
They have been given statutory status under the Legal Services Authority Act, ... |
Which of the pairs given below are correctly matched ?
Schemes Provisions
1. Target Olympic Podium Scheme: A Committee would identify medal prospects for financial support to achieve medals in ... | 1 only
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| Target Olympic Podium Scheme: It will use National Sports Development Fund. Its objective is identifying and supporting potential medal prospects for 2016 and 2020 Olympic Games. Focused disciplines will be Athletics, Archery, Badminton, Boxing, Wrestling and Shooting. A Committee namely, ‘TOP Scheme Elite Athletes Id... | d | Sports | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the pairs given below are correctly matched ?
Schemes Provisions
1. Target Olympic Podium Scheme: A Committee would identify medal prospects for financial s... |
Which of the following banks are covered under the Banking Ombudsman? Regional Rural Banks Scheduled Commercial Bank Non-Scheduled Primary Co-operative Banks Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | The Banking Ombudsman Scheme enables an expeditious and inexpensive forum to bank customers for resolution of complaints relating to certain services rendered by banks. The Banking Ombudsman Scheme is introduced under Section 35 A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 by RBI with effect from 1995. The Banking Ombudsman i... | c | Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.) | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following banks are covered under the Banking Ombudsman? Regional Rural Banks Scheduled Commercial Bank Non-Scheduled Primary Co-operative Banks Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 a... |
With reference to Constitutionalism, which of the following statements is most appropriate?
| It is an ideology which promotes adherence to a written Constitution.
| It means Constitution is necessary in a democratic country.
| It is an idea which means that government should be limited in its powers.
| It is an ideology which promotes adherence to a written Constitution.
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Constitutionalism is the idea which means that government can and should be legally limited in its powers, and that its authority depends on enforcing these limitations.
| b | Political systems: concepts, forms and types | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to Constitutionalism, which of the following statements is most appropriate?
##Option_A: It is an ideology which promotes adherence to a written Constitution.
###Option_B: It means Constitution is necessary in a democratic country.
##Option_C:... |
In India, the interest rate on savings accounts in all the nationalized commercial banks is fixed by | Union Ministry of Finance | Union Finance Commission | Indian Banks’ Association | Union Ministry of Finance | A Saving Bank account is meant to promote the habit of saving among the people. It also facilitates safekeeping of money. The interest rate of savings bank account in India varies between 2.5% and 4%. In Savings Bank account, bank follows the simple interest method. The rate of interest may change from time to time acc... | d | Money: Definition, Functions and significance, Evolution of Money, Money supply in India and factors affecting it | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In India, the interest rate on savings accounts in all the nationalized commercial banks is fixed by##Option_A:Union Ministry of Finance ###Option_B:Union Finance Commission##Option_C:Indian Banks’ Association ##Option_D:Union Ministry of Finance ##Answer:d##Explaination:... |
In India, which of the following have the highest share in the disbursement of credit to agriculture and allied activities? | Commercial Bank | Cooperative Banks | Regional Rural Banks | Commercial Bank | This required just the basic knowledge of what is inclusive growth | a | Need of banks, Function, Commercial Bank | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In India, which of the following have the highest share in the disbursement of credit to agriculture and allied activities?##Option_A:Commercial Bank ###Option_B:Cooperative Banks##Option_C:Regional Rural Banks ##Option_D:Commercial Bank ##Answer:a##Explaina... |
A geographical indication (GI) is a sign that identifies a product as originating from a particular location which gives that product a special quality or reputation or other characteristic.While a trademark is a recognizable sign, design or expression which identifies products or services of a particular source from t... | While a trademark can claim its colour features, a geographical indication would not claim any such thing.
| While any party can use geographical indication product, a trademark is a sign that prevents unauthorized parties to use it.
| While geographical indications perform a function of quality assurance, a trademark does not do that.
| While a trademark can claim its colour features, a geographical indication would not claim any such thing.
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Unauthorized parties can not use protected geographical indications that are likely to mislead the public as to the true origin of the product.
While a trademark can be a letter, a word, numerals or simply a number, or a combination of letter(s) and numbers, an abbreviation, a name, a device or figurative element, ... | b | Trade Policy, Product wise trade, Region wise trade, Subsidy boxes, WTO related issues and India | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A geographical indication (GI) is a sign that identifies a product as originating from a particular location which gives that product a special quality or reputation or other characteristic.While a trademark is a recognizable sign, design or expression which identifies produ... |
Consider the following statements about the 98 th Constitutional Amendment Act- It amended Article 371 of the Constitution to insert a new Article 371-J. Article 371 and its sub-articles, deals with special provision for Assam, and Nagaland only. The new inserted article grants special status to six backward districts... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Article 371 and its sub-articles, deals with special provision for Assam, Nagaland, Gujarat and Maharashtra etc. | c | Features and Significant Provisions | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the 98 th Constitutional Amendment Act- It amended Article 371 of the Constitution to insert a new Article 371-J. Article 371 and its sub-articles, deals with special provision for Assam, and Nagaland only. The new inserted article gr... |
Which of the following seas are correctly matched? Sea Location 1. Kara Sea - Arctic Ocean 2. Weddell Sea - South Pacific Ocean 3. Aegean Sea - Sout... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | The Kara Sea is part of the Arctic Ocean north of Siberia. The Weddell Sea is a marginal sea of the Southern Ocean that is situated along the coast of Antarctica south of the Atlantic Ocean. Aegean Sea, an arm of the Mediterranean Sea, located between the Greek peninsula on the west and Asia Minor on the east. The Bar... | a | World : Rivers and lakes , Mountain and Peaks , Plateaus | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following seas are correctly matched? Sea Location 1. Kara Sea - Arctic Ocean 2. Weddell Sea - South Pacific Ocean 3. Aegean S... |
Consider the following statement-
1. The Gross Capital Formation (GCF) indicates actualization of investment.
2. Investment intentions are indicated by the Industrial Entrepreneurs Memoranda (IEM).
3. GCF also provides the sectoral preferences of investors.
4. Metals, machinery, cement, chemical are p... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only
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IEM provides the sectoral preferences of investors.
| c | National Income, Economic Growth and Development, | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statement-
1. The Gross Capital Formation (GCF) indicates actualization of investment.
2. Investment intentions are indicated by the Industrial Entrepreneurs Memoranda (IEM).
3. GCF also provides the sectoral preferences of investors.
... |
Consider the following statements: In Champaran, he opposed Tinkathia system in which the peasants were forced to grow paddy on three twentieth part of their land. In Kheda, the rich peasants proprietors called upon Gandhi to lend support to the already ongoing campaign for remission of the revenues in the face of poo... | 2, 3 and 4 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | In Champaran, he opposes Tinkathia system in which the peasants were forced to grow indigo and other cash crops instead of the food crops which was necessary for their survival. The chronological order of these movements is Champaran, Ahmadabad and Kheda, | b | The Beginning of the Gandhian Era | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: In Champaran, he opposed Tinkathia system in which the peasants were forced to grow paddy on three twentieth part of their land. In Kheda, the rich peasants proprietors called upon Gandhi to lend support to the already ongoing campaign for... |
Consider the following statements about the Southern Oscillation Index-
1. It is one measure of the large-scale fluctuations in air pressure occurring between the western and eastern tropical Pacific
2. The negative phase of the SOI represents El Nino.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | . | c | Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the Southern Oscillation Index-
1. It is one measure of the large-scale fluctuations in air pressure occurring between the western and eastern tropical Pacific
2. The negative phase of the SOI represents El Nino.
Which of the sta... |
Ocean currents are large masses of surface water that circulate in regular patterns around the oceans. Which of the following factors affect these patterns? Planetary winds Salinity of water The earth"s rotation Landmasses Choose the correct option: | 1, 2 and 3 | 2, 3 and 4 | 1, 3 and 4 | 1, 2 and 3 | Ocean currents are large masses of surface water that circulate in regular patterns around the oceans. Those that flow from equatorial regions polewards have a higher surface temperature and are warn currents. Those that flow from polar regions equatorwards have a lower surface temperature and are cold currents. Some ... | d | Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Ocean currents are large masses of surface water that circulate in regular patterns around the oceans. Which of the following factors affect these patterns? Planetary winds Salinity of water The earth"s rotation Landmasses Choose the correct option:##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3###O... |
Which of the following is a threat to the coral reef? Sea temperature rise associated with increased greenhouses gases emission. Overfishing and disease. Pollution, urban and agricultural runoff. Increase in pH level due to sea acidification. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 3 and 4 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | In particular, coral mining, agricultural and urban runoff, pollution (organic and inorganic), overfishing, blast fishing, disease, and the digging of canals and access into islands and bays are localized threats to coral ecosystems. Broader threats are sea temperature rise, sea level rise and pH decrease from ocean ac... | c | Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is a threat to the coral reef? Sea temperature rise associated with increased greenhouses gases emission. Overfishing and disease. Pollution, urban and agricultural runoff. Increase in pH level due to sea acidification. Select the correct answer using ... |
Consider the following statements:
1. The trade winds blow from the sub-tropical high pressure belts towards equitorial low pressure.
2. The direction of trade winds is north-westerly in north hemisphere and south-westerly in south hemisphere.
3. The westerlies are the winds blowing from the sub-tropical high pre... | 2 and 4 | 1 and 3
| 1, 3, 4 | 2 and 4 | nan | c | The Atmosphere : Structure , Weather & Climate , Solar Radiation , Heat Balance & Temperature , Pressure & Wind , Water in the Atmosphere | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements:
1. The trade winds blow from the sub-tropical high pressure belts towards equitorial low pressure.
2. The direction of trade winds is north-westerly in north hemisphere and south-westerly in south hemisphere.
3. The westerlies are the... |
Which of the following ancient text deals with mathematics? Lilavati Siddhanta Shiromani Sulvasutra Charak Samhita Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | The Lilavati is Indian mathematician Bhaskara II's treatise on mathematics, written in 1150. It is the first volume of his main work, the Siddhanta Shiromani, alongside the Bijaganita, the Grahaganita and the Goladhyaya. Sulvasutra prescribes various kinds of measurements for the construction of sacrificial altars. The... | a | no_topic_assigned | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following ancient text deals with mathematics? Lilavati Siddhanta Shiromani Sulvasutra Charak Samhita Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 3 and 4 only##Option_D: 1, 2 and... |
In India, the minerals are classified as minor minerals and major minerals. Which of the following is/are the prime basis for major-minor classification? End Use Availability of minerals Level of production Export and Import Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | In India, the minerals are classified as minor minerals and major minerals. The major-minor classification has nothing to do with the quantum /availability of these minerals, though it is correlated with the relative value of these minerals. Further, this classification is based more on their end use, rather than level... | a | no_topic_assigned | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In India, the minerals are classified as minor minerals and major minerals. Which of the following is/are the prime basis for major-minor classification? End Use Availability of minerals Level of production Export and Import Select the correct answer using the code given bel... |
With reference to election methods/systems used in election of President of India, consider the following: Single Transferable vote Proportional Representation First Past the Post System Voting by secret ballot Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | The President's election is held in accordance with the system of proportional representation by means of the single transferable vote and the voting is by secret ballot. This system ensures that the successful candidate is returned by the absolute majority of votes. A candidate, in order to be declared elected to the ... | c | no_topic_assigned | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to election methods/systems used in election of President of India, consider the following: Single Transferable vote Proportional Representation First Past the Post System Voting by secret ballot Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1... |
Consider the following statements:
1. When the sun is vertically overhead in the tropics of cancer, the southern hemisphere will experience the longest night.
2. When the sun is vertically overhead at the tropic of Capricorn, the northern hemisphere will experience the shortest night.
Which of the above statement... | Only 1 | Only 2 | Both 1 and 2 | Only 1 | nan | a | No_topic | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements:
1. When the sun is vertically overhead in the tropics of cancer, the southern hemisphere will experience the longest night.
2. When the sun is vertically overhead at the tropic of Capricorn, the northern hemisphere will experience the s... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about Genomics? Genome sequencing is figuring out the order of DNA nucleotides. The genes account for less than 25 percent of the DNA in the genom. The cancer is a disease of the genome. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 only |
Genome sequencing is figuring out the order of DNA nucleotides, or bases, in a genome—the order of As, Cs, Gs, and Ts that make up an organism's DNA. The human genome is made up of over 3 billion of these genetic letters.
genes account for less than 25 percent of the DNA in the genome, and so knowing the entire gen... | d | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true about Genomics? Genome sequencing is figuring out the order of DNA nucleotides. The genes account for less than 25 percent of the DNA in the genom. The cancer is a disease of the genome. Select the correct answer using the code g... |
The report of the Fourteenth Finance Commission (FFC) was tabled this year.Which of the following statements is/are true about its recommendation? The FFC has increased the amount that the Centre has to transfer to the states from the divisible pool of taxes by 10 percentage points, from 32 per cent to 42 per cent. Rel... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 only |
For the examination, a detail piece of article is given.
The report of the Fourteenth Finance Commission (FFC) was tabled in Parliament yesterday. The government has accepted its far-reaching, indeed radical, recommendations that have the potential to redefine Indian federalism in a long overdue and desirable manne... | d | Also in News(Polity) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The report of the Fourteenth Finance Commission (FFC) was tabled this year.Which of the following statements is/are true about its recommendation? The FFC has increased the amount that the Centre has to transfer to the states from the divisible pool of taxes by 10 percentage... |
Currently efforts are made by Haryana govt to revive mythical river Saraswati.Which of the following statements is/are true about this river? This river is mentioned in Rig Veda. The earliest text about it mentions the Sarasvati between the Ganga in the east and the Yamuna in the west. Satellite images of the ISRO have... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | The Sarasvati River is one of the main Rigvedic rivers mentioned in the Rig Veda and later Vedic and post-Vedic texts. It plays an important role in Hinduism, since Vedic Sanskrit and the first part of the Rig Veda are regarded to have originated when the Vedic people lived on its banks, 10,000 years ago. The goddes... | c | Also in News(History) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Currently efforts are made by Haryana govt to revive mythical river Saraswati.Which of the following statements is/are true about this river? This river is mentioned in Rig Veda. The earliest text about it mentions the Sarasvati between the Ganga in the east and the Yamuna i... |
If yoWhich of the following is the correct arrangement when we move from east to west ? | Mediterranean sea, Gaza, Israel, West Bank | Mediterranean sea, West Bank, Israel, Gaza | Gaza, Israel, West Bank, Mediterranean sea | Mediterranean sea, Gaza, Israel, West Bank | Recent context: Israeli leaders have warned Hamas that it risks a major escalation in the Gaza Strip by failing to stop cross-border rocket and incendiary balloon attacks. Hence option (a) is the correct answer. | a | Also in News(Geo+Eco) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:If yoWhich of the following is the correct arrangement when we move from east to west ?##Option_A:Mediterranean sea, Gaza, Israel, West Bank###Option_B:Mediterranean sea, West Bank, Israel, Gaza##Option_C:Gaza, Israel, West Bank, Mediterranean sea##Option_D:Mediterranean sea... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about internet.org? It has been launched jointly by Facebook and Bharti Airtel. It provides free internet. India is the first country where it has been launched. It will boost Net Neutrality in India. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 , 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | A social media giant Facebook tied up with Anil Ambani’s Reliance Communications to bring to India a service that critics globally believe presents a huge challenge to Net neutrality Facebook’s offering, internet.org, unlike in the Airtel example, is free. The stated intention of the social media network is to make a... | b | Events.National | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true about internet.org? It has been launched jointly by Facebook and Bharti Airtel. It provides free internet. India is the first country where it has been launched. It will boost Net Neutrality in India. Select the correct answer us... |
Which of the following statements is/are about Sant Gadge Baba? He was a famous Sufi saint. He worked against the caste system. The Maharashtra government launched a campaign for clean villages called the Sant Gadge Baba Gram Swachhata Abhiyan. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | One such venerable personality is Sant Gadge Baba (1876-1956). This peripatetic mendicant-saint from Maharashtra, one of the greatest modern-day social reformers in India, worked for, and among, the poorest of the poor. (In 2010, the Maharashtra government launched a campaign for clean villages called the Sant Gadge Ba... | c | Religious Movements Sufi Movement | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are about Sant Gadge Baba? He was a famous Sufi saint. He worked against the caste system. The Maharashtra government launched a campaign for clean villages called the Sant Gadge Baba Gram Swachhata Abhiyan. Select the correct answer usi... |
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