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With reference to social security mechanisms in India, consider the following statements: National Pension system is open for all citizens of India to join on a voluntary basis. Swavalamban scheme is aimed at popularising long-term retirement saving among low-income earners in the organised sector. All rural households... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Initially, NPS was introduced for the new government recruits (except armed forces). With effect from 1 st May, 2009, NPS has been provided for all citizens of the country including the unorganised sector workers on voluntary basis. So statement 1 is correct. Swavalamban is a social security scheme to popularize volunt... | a | GS_Economics_unclassified | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to social security mechanisms in India, consider the following statements: National Pension system is open for all citizens of India to join on a voluntary basis. Swavalamban scheme is aimed at popularising long-term retirement saving among low-income earners ... |
With reference to the Infrastructure Debt Funds (IDFs), which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
1. IDFs are investment vehicles that can be sponsored by commercial banks and Non-Banking Financial Companies in India.
2. Domestic institutional investors especially insurance and pension funds can invest in... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | c | Financial Intermediation & Markets , | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Infrastructure Debt Funds (IDFs), which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
1. IDFs are investment vehicles that can be sponsored by commercial banks and Non-Banking Financial Companies in India.
2. Domestic institutional investors especia... |
Consider the following statements with regard to Ultra Mega Power Projects (UMPPs) in India: All the envisaged and launched UMPPs are coal-based power plants The use of super-critical technology provides for higher fuel efficiency and lower greenhouse gas emissions Power Finance Corporation (PFC) is the nodal implement... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Ultra Mega Power Projects (UMPP) are very large-sized projects, approximately 4000 MW each involving an estimated investment of about 25,000 crores. The projects will substantially reduce power shortages in the country. The Central Government has accordingly taken the initiative for facilitating the development of a fe... | d | Energy , Infrastructure and Communication | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to Ultra Mega Power Projects (UMPPs) in India: All the envisaged and launched UMPPs are coal-based power plants The use of super-critical technology provides for higher fuel efficiency and lower greenhouse gas emissions Power Fin... |
Which of the following is correct regarding the provisions of the Companies Act 2013?
| For every listed company, at least one-half of the directors should be independent.
| The new Act mandates the setting up of a National Financial Reporting Authority to monitor accounting and auditing standards.
| The Act caps the tenure of a company auditor to a maximum period of 5 years. The old law had capped it at 10 years.
| For every listed company, at least one-half of the directors should be independent.
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The Companies Act 2013 , introduces the concept of an independent director. For every listed company, at least one-third of the directors should be independent.
The Act mandates the setting up of a National Financial Reporting Authority, which will monitor compliance with accounting and auditing standards. It w... | b | Services | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is correct regarding the provisions of the Companies Act 2013?
##Option_A: For every listed company, at least one-half of the directors should be independent.
###Option_B: The new Act mandates the setting up of a National Financial Reporting Authorit... |
As per the recently promulgated ordinance on land acquisition, the social impact assessment and mandatory consent is not required if the land is acquired for? National security Defense Urban infrastructure Industrial corridors Housing for poor Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 3, 4 and 5 only | 1, 2, 4 and 5 only | 1 and 2 only | As per the new ordinance promulgated to bring changes into the Land Acquisition Act, the social impact assessment and mandatory consent is not required if the land is acquired for:
National security
Defence
Rural infrastructure including electrification
Industrial corridors
Housing for poor including PPP ... | c | Energy , Infrastructure and Communication | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:As per the recently promulgated ordinance on land acquisition, the social impact assessment and mandatory consent is not required if the land is acquired for? National security Defense Urban infrastructure Industrial corridors Housing for poor Select the correct answer usin... |
Consider the following statements regarding the Indian agriculture sector: 1. The reduced percentage contribution of agriculture towards GDP from 1950 indicates reduction in farm production over the period. 2. Disguised unemployment in agriculture sector is more than any other sector. Which of the statements given abov... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only |
The percentage contribution of agriculture towards GDP has reduced from 51% in 1950-51 to around 14% in 2014-15. However this reduced percentage does not imply reduction in farm production. Farm production has increased over the period. The reduced contribution of agriculture can be attributed to increase in non-farm... | d | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the Indian agriculture sector: 1. The reduced percentage contribution of agriculture towards GDP from 1950 indicates reduction in farm production over the period. 2. Disguised unemployment in agriculture sector is more than any oth... |
Use of HYV technology has resulted in which of the following in Indian agriculture?
Increase in Gross area under cultivation.
Crop diversification.
Increase in marketable surplus.
Increase in farming population.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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Use of HYV technology has reduced the time lag between sowing and harvesting of crops. Use of chemical fertilizers eliminated the need for fallowing. This has resulted in double cropping and hence the increase in Gross area under cultivation.
The use of HYV technology has been restricted to mainly wheat and ric... | c | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Use of HYV technology has resulted in which of the following in Indian agriculture?
Increase in Gross area under cultivation.
Crop diversification.
Increase in marketable surplus.
Increase in farming population.
Select the correct answer using the code given be... |
Which of the following is/are the correct reasons that support the need for phasing out subsidies in agriculture?
Subsidies reduce competitiveness in the market.
Subsidies encourage wasteful use of energy.
Fertilizer subsidy has resulted in impaired micronutrients in the soil in many places.
Select the corr... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
More than the poor or marginal farmers, the rich farmers get the benefit of subsidy. This keeps them insulated against the competitive forces of the market and reduces the competition. Hence, 1st statement is correct.
Subsidies encourage wasteful use of resources such as excessive use of electricity, fertilisers e... | d | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are the correct reasons that support the need for phasing out subsidies in agriculture?
Subsidies reduce competitiveness in the market.
Subsidies encourage wasteful use of energy.
Fertilizer subsidy has resulted in impaired micronutrients in... |
Which of the following reasons necessitated the intervention of State in the industrial development after independence? The private sector lacked the huge capital required for setting up of heavy industries. The private players had less incentive to invest in industrialisation due to the low demand for industrial goods... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only |
At the time of independence, there were less private entrepreneurs and India needed a large capital in order to bring industrialisation.
The demand for industrial goods in market was less during that time owing to low income levels. The low demand had resulted in lack of incentives for the profit driven priva... | b | Industry | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following reasons necessitated the intervention of State in the industrial development after independence? The private sector lacked the huge capital required for setting up of heavy industries. The private players had less incentive to invest in industrialisati... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the industrial policy during the period of pre-liberalization in India? The industrial licensing policy discouraged establishment of industries in backward regions. The development of small scale industries was encouraged with the aim of generating employment. ... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. The policy of industrial licencing was aimed to encourage the establishment of industry in backward regions. Licence was needed for both establishing a new industry and for expanding the production. Licences were liberally issued for backward regions. Statement 2 is correct. Industrial Polic... | b | Industry | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the industrial policy during the period of pre-liberalization in India? The industrial licensing policy discouraged establishment of industries in backward regions. The development of small scale industries was encou... |
Which of the following feature in the UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of humanity?
1. Chhau Dance
2. Kathak Dance
3. Yoga
4. Nautanki
5. Ramlila
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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Yoga has been listed as an element in the UNESCOs list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of humanity at the 11th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia .
Yoga has become the 12 th intangible cultural heritage that... | c | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following feature in the UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of humanity?
1. Chhau Dance
2. Kathak Dance
3. Yoga
4. Nautanki
5. Ramlila
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
##Option_A: 1, 2 and ... |
The Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture aims to: Enhance horticulture production and augment farmer"s income. Strengthen nutritional security. Improve productivity by way of water use efficiency through Micro Irrigation. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Main objectives of the Mission are: Promote holistic growth of horticulture sector, including bamboo and coconut through area based regionally differentiated strategies, which includes research, technology promotion, extension, post harvest management, processing and marketing, in consonance with comparative advantage... | d | Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture aims to: Enhance horticulture production and augment farmer"s income. Strengthen nutritional security. Improve productivity by way of water use efficiency through Micro Irrigation. Select the correct answer using the cod... |
Consider the following statements regarding certain terms frequently used in economy: If inflation in a particular month is 4%, this means that prices in that month are 4% higher than previous month. The gross national income is equal to total value of goods and services produced by nationals of that nation in a partic... | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 2 only |
Inflation in a particular month indicates increase in prices of that month with respect to the same month in previous year. So 1st statement is incorrect.
The gross national income is equal to total income of nationals of that nation during a particular year which is equal to total value of goods and services produ... | a | National Income, Economic Growth and Development, | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding certain terms frequently used in economy: If inflation in a particular month is 4%, this means that prices in that month are 4% higher than previous month. The gross national income is equal to total value of goods and services pro... |
Consider the following statements regarding policy of liberalization in India : A policy of de-reservation was started in 1991 and presently only 3 industries are reserved for public sector namely railway, defence equipments and atomic energy. Now the set of industries which need license includes alcoholic drinks, mini... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only |
A policy of de-reservation was started in 1991 and presently only 2 industries are reserved for public sector namely railway, atomic energy. So option 1 is incorrect.
Mining doesn’t require license so option 2 is incorrect.
MRTP Act 1969 which aimed at restriction on anti-competitive behaviour of industr... | d | Economic Reforms since 1991 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding policy of liberalization in India : A policy of de-reservation was started in 1991 and presently only 3 industries are reserved for public sector namely railway, defence equipments and atomic energy. Now the set of industries which... |
Consider the following options regarding terms used in budget: Fiscal deficit = Total Expenditure - Total receipts. Grants given by centre to states come under revenue expenditure. Primary deficit = fiscal deficit - interest payments - loan payments. Which of the options given above is/are incorrect ? | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 2 only | Fiscal deficit = Total expenditure - Total receipts + borrowings Hence, option 1 is incorrect. Grants given by centre to states come under revenue deficit but grant used for creation of capital assets excluded from effective revenue deficit. Hence, option 2 is correct. To calculate primary deficit only interest paymen... | b | Government Budgeting | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following options regarding terms used in budget: Fiscal deficit = Total Expenditure - Total receipts. Grants given by centre to states come under revenue expenditure. Primary deficit = fiscal deficit - interest payments - loan payments. Which of the options giv... |
Consider the following statements regarding deficit financing in India : Money for deficit financing can be generated by printing more currency. Borrowing from domestic banks and market preferred over borrowing from external market because repayment of borrowing from external market depend on exchange rate which is ris... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Money for deficit financing can be generated by printing more currency but it is not advisable as printing more currency increases inflation in economy. So option 1 is correct. Borrowing from external market preferred over borrowing from domestic market due to crowding out effect. If the government itself goes on borro... | a | Government Budgeting | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding deficit financing in India : Money for deficit financing can be generated by printing more currency. Borrowing from domestic banks and market preferred over borrowing from external market because repayment of borrowing from externa... |
Which of the following statement is incorrect regarding Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act (FRBM) Act 2003 ? | Government can not borrow from RBI except by ways and means advances. | Government will reduce revenue deficit upto 3% of GDP. | Fiscal deficit and revenue deficit may exceed targets only on the grounds such as national security, calamity. | Government can not borrow from RBI except by ways and means advances. |
In FRBM act following 3 statements were introduced. FRBM introduced the following:
Fiscal policy strategy statement.
Medium term fiscal policy statement.
Macroeconomic framework statement.
So statement (d) is correct.
Targets were set up (Target for revenue deficit = 0 till march 31, 2008) for RD and FD was... | b | Prices & Monetary management, | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statement is incorrect regarding Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act (FRBM) Act 2003 ?##Option_A: Government can not borrow from RBI except by ways and means advances.###Option_B: Government will reduce revenue deficit upto 3% of GDP.##Opti... |
Consider the following statements with respect to international financial institutions : World bank includes international development association, international bank for reconstruction and development. International finance corporation lends money to developing countries at low interest rates. Multilateral Investment ... | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 2 only |
The term "World Bank" refers only to the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA).
The term "World Bank Group" incorporates five closely associated entities that work collaboratively towards poverty reduction:
the World Bank (IBRD an... | b | India and IMF, WTO , WIPO | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with respect to international financial institutions : World bank includes international development association, international bank for reconstruction and development. International finance corporation lends money to developing countries at... |
Consider the following statements regarding Anti-Dumping in International Trade: 1. The purpose of anti dumping duty is to prevent export of goods by a country to another country at a price lower than the normal price of goods. 2. The anti dumping is a protective measure to remedy trade distortion. Which of the given ... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only |
Dumping is said to occur when the goods are exported by a country to another country at a price lower than its normal value. This is an unfair trade practice which can have a distortive effect on international trade.
Anti dumping is a measure to rectify the situation arising out of the dumping of goods and it... | c | BOP & International Trade , | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Anti-Dumping in International Trade: 1. The purpose of anti dumping duty is to prevent export of goods by a country to another country at a price lower than the normal price of goods. 2. The anti dumping is a protective measure to ... |
Consider the following statements:
1. Free Trade Agreement (FTA) focuses mainly on goods whereas, Comprehensive Economic Co-operation Agreement (CECA) covers many areas like services, investment, competition, government procurement and disputes.
2. The mutual recognition agreements (MRAs) signed under CECA re... | 1 only | 2 only
| Both 1 and 2 | 1 only |
CECA/CEPA are more comprehensive and ambitious that an FTA in terms of coverage of areas and the type of commitments. While a traditional FTA focuses mainly on goods; a CECA/CEPA is more ambitious in terms of a holistic coverage of many areas like services, investment, competition, government procurement, disputes... | c | BOP & International Trade , | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
1. Free Trade Agreement (FTA) focuses mainly on goods whereas, Comprehensive Economic Co-operation Agreement (CECA) covers many areas like services, investment, competition, government procurement and disputes.
2. The mutual recog... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about " Transfer Payments "?
1. The party giving transfer payments can demand future payments.
2. Only Official Payments are categorised as Transfer Payments.
3. Dividends on assets abroad are included in "Transfer Payments"
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Transfer payments are receipts which the residents of a country receive ‘for free’, without having to make any present or future payments in return. They consist of remittances, gifts and grants. They could be official or private.
| d | FDI/FII etc | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are true about " Transfer Payments "?
1. The party giving transfer payments can demand future payments.
2. Only Official Payments are categorised as Transfer Payments.
3. Dividends on assets abroad are included in "Transfe... |
Consider the following statements regarding the Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) Act:
It empower the state governments to control production, supply and distribution of agricultural commodities resulting in monopolies.
Though subjected to legislative approval for fund utilization, the non-transparent ... | 1, 2 and 3 only
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| 1 only
| 1, 2 and 3 only
| Presently, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) Act enacted by State Governments.
The APMC Act controls only the first sale of the agricultural produce . The Essential Commodities Act on the other hand, empowers the central and state governments conc... | d | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) Act:
It empower the state governments to control production, supply and distribution of agricultural commodities resulting in monopolies.
Though subjected to legislative approv... |
With reference to the "Licence-Permit Raj Policy" before 1990s, which among the following can be considered as its impact? It led to a decrease in foreign exchange reserves due to import substitution. It resulted in inefficient public sector monopolies. It resulted in more competition with respect to the setting up of ... | 1 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only |
Even though the policy of import substitution aimed to save foreign exchange reserve, it failed to promote exports.
Also the policy of import substitution aims at promoting domestic production and self-sufficiency in many sectors. Import Substitution thus gives boost to domestic manufacturing sector, which create... | b | Industry | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the "Licence-Permit Raj Policy" before 1990s, which among the following can be considered as its impact? It led to a decrease in foreign exchange reserves due to import substitution. It resulted in inefficient public sector monopolies. It resulted in more c... |
Which of the following changes were brought in industrial sector after the 1991 reforms? The requirement of licencing was abolished in all the industries except for Atomic energy and Railways. Many production areas earlier reserved for large scale industries are now allowed for small scale industries. Freedom from lice... | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only |
Delicencing and de-reservation of industries for public sector are different concepts. The requirement of licencing is for the private players who start up industries in particular areas. The requirement of licencing was abolished in most of the industries except for liquor, cigarette, defence equipment, industrial e... | d | Industry | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following changes were brought in industrial sector after the 1991 reforms? The requirement of licencing was abolished in all the industries except for Atomic energy and Railways. Many production areas earlier reserved for large scale industries are now allowed ... |
After the initial emphasis on hydro-electric source, the power generation in India was gradually shifted towards thermal power. Which of the following are the reasons behind this? Thermal power is less polluting. Hydroelectric projects need huge investments. Presence of large reserves of coal. Lower gestation period of... | 1 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. Thermal power is more polluting than hydro-electric power. Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Hydroelectric projects need huge investments compared to thermal power plants. And India has a large reserves of coal supporting the thermal power generation in India. Statement 4 is incorrect. Gestat... | d | Energy , Infrastructure and Communication | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:After the initial emphasis on hydro-electric source, the power generation in India was gradually shifted towards thermal power. Which of the following are the reasons behind this? Thermal power is less polluting. Hydroelectric projects need huge investments. Presence of larg... |
Consider the following statements regarding power consumption in India: Consumption of electricity in the agricultural sector is the highest compared to other sectors. All the thermal power stations in India are running at full capacity. Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Losses in India are negligible when compared t... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | The industrial sector consumes the highest electricity than any other sector in India. Consumption of electricity in agriculture continues to be low due to dependence on manual labor and lack of mechanization. Hence statement 1 is not correct. There is an under-utilization of production capacity in most of the the... | d | Energy , Infrastructure and Communication | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding power consumption in India: Consumption of electricity in the agricultural sector is the highest compared to other sectors. All the thermal power stations in India are running at full capacity. Transmission and Distribution (T&D) L... |
With reference to the Draft National Land Reform Policy 2013, which of the given statements is/are correct?
1. The policy proposes to impose ceiling not only on ‘Ownership’ of land holdings but also on ‘Operational’ land holdings to prevent concentration of large tracts of land through lease-in.
2. The policy propo... | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | The National Land Reform Policy proposes that -:
All States shall impose ceiling not only on ‘Ownership’ of land holdings but also on ‘Operational’ land holdings to prevent concentration of large tracts of land through lease-in. Under no circumstance shall a person/institution/organisation be allowed to own more la... | a | Rural Development | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Draft National Land Reform Policy 2013, which of the given statements is/are correct?
1. The policy proposes to impose ceiling not only on ‘Ownership’ of land holdings but also on ‘Operational’ land holdings to prevent concentration of large tracts of... |
Consider the following statements regarding National Social Assistance Program (NSAP) :
It provides social assistance benefits to below poverty line households in the case of disability, old age, death of the breadwinner and maternity.
The NSAP represents a significant step towards the fulfilment of the Directive... | 1 and 3 only
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NSAP stands for National Social Assistance Programme. It was launched on 15th August, 1995. In providing social assistance benefits to poor households in the case of old age, death of the breadwinner and maternity, the NSAP aims at ensuring minimum national standards, in addition to the benefits that the States are c... | c | Rural Development | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding National Social Assistance Program (NSAP) :
It provides social assistance benefits to below poverty line households in the case of disability, old age, death of the breadwinner and maternity.
The NSAP represents a significant... |
With reference to the provisions of Citizenship under the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements: The Constitution enumerates the provisions related to acquisition and loss of citizenship subsequent to the commencement of the Constitution. Parliament is empowered to enact laws to provide for matters rel... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | The Constitution deals with the citizenship from Articles 5 to 11 under Part II. It only identitfies the persons who became citizens of India at its commencement. It empowers the Parliament to enact a law to provide for such matters and any other matter relating to citizenship. | b | Citizenship | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the provisions of Citizenship under the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements: The Constitution enumerates the provisions related to acquisition and loss of citizenship subsequent to the commencement of the Constitution. Parliament is empow... |
Provisions of Directive Principles of State Policy(DPSP) deals with which of the following institutions? Supreme Court Panchayati Raj Institutions Archeological Survey of India Khadi and Village Industries Commission Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 4 only | 1 only | Article 50 : Separation of judiciary from executive The State shall take steps to separate the judiciary from the executive in the public services of the State Establishing village panchayats and endow them with necessary powers and authority to enable them to function as units of self-government (Article 40). To pro... | d | Directive Principles | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Provisions of Directive Principles of State Policy(DPSP) deals with which of the following institutions? Supreme Court Panchayati Raj Institutions Archeological Survey of India Khadi and Village Industries Commission Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Op... |
Consider the following statements with respect to Model Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) Act, 2003:
The buyers will not have to pay APMC charges when the produce is sold directly outside the APMC area.
The farmers will be able to sell the farm produce directly to the contract farming sponsors.
It ... | 1 only
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| The Model APMC Act: provides for direct sale of farm produce to contract farming sponsors. Hence, 2nd statement is correct. provides for setting up "Special markets" for "specified agricultural commodities" - mostly perishables and provides for the establishment of consumer's and farmer's markets to facilitate dir... | b | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with respect to Model Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) Act, 2003:
The buyers will not have to pay APMC charges when the produce is sold directly outside the APMC area.
The farmers will be able to sell the farm produce dir... |
With reference the 'equilibrium' and 'disequilibrium' in Balance of Payment situation, consider the following statements:
1. A country is in balance of payment equilibrium if the sum of its current account & capital account equals to zero.
2. A country is in balance of payment equilibrium when demand for... | 1 only | 2 only
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When we speak of equilibrium or disequilibrium in the balance of payments we refer to the balance on those parts of the account which do not include the accommodating items such as borrowing from the IMF, use of SDRs, drawing from the reserves of foreign currencies held by the Central Bank, etc.When excluding thes... | d | BOP & International Trade , | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference the 'equilibrium' and 'disequilibrium' in Balance of Payment situation, consider the following statements:
1. A country is in balance of payment equilibrium if the sum of its current account & capital account equals to zero.
2. A country is in b... |
Which of the following can be a trademark?
1. Device
2. Shape of Goods
3. Colour
| 1,2 | 2,3
| All of the Above | 1,2 |
A Trade Mark can be a device, brand, heading, label ticket name, packaging, sign, word, letter, number, drawing, picture, emblem, colour or combination of colours, shape of goods, signature or a combination thereof
| c | BOP & International Trade , | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following can be a trademark?
1. Device
2. Shape of Goods
3. Colour
##Option_A: 1,2 ###Option_B: 2,3
##Option_C: All of the Above ##Option_D: 1,2 ##Answer:c##Explaination:
A ... |
Which of the following rights are covered under copyrights?
1. Translation of Work.
2. Communication to the public.
3. Rights of Reproduction.
| 3 only | 1,3
| 2,3 | 3 only |
Copyright is a right given by the law to creators of literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works and producers of cinematograph films and sound recordings. In fact, it is a bundle of rights including, inter alia, rights of reproduction, communication to the public, adaptation and translation of the work.
| d | BOP & International Trade , | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following rights are covered under copyrights?
1. Translation of Work.
2. Communication to the public.
3. Rights of Reproduction.
##Option_A: 3 only ###Option_B: 1,3
##Option_C: 2,3 ##Option_D: 3 only... |
SEBI has made some important ammendments in insider trading rules. Which of the following are incorrect.in this context?
1. The burden of proof lies with SEBI.
2. The term snider has been broadened to include all relatives, close friends who are in regular contact, personally appointed employees and director... | 1, 2, 3 | 1, 3, 4
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The burden of proof lies with accused and not with SEBI where it became very difficult to establish some one as an insider.
The term snider has been broadened to include near immediate relatives, employees and directors who are in a position to have access to such information
It has made the perpetu... | a | Also in News(Economy) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
SEBI has made some important ammendments in insider trading rules. Which of the following are incorrect.in this context?
1. The burden of proof lies with SEBI.
2. The term snider has been broadened to include all relatives, close friends who are in regular contact... |
The national mil day observed in the memory of Kurien Varghese , the father of the white revolution throughout his operation flood is on
| 29th November | 26th November
| 30th November | 29th November |
World milk day observed is on 1st June designated by un food and agriculture organisation. aimed to publicise milk and ilk related activities and to raise public awareness about the nutritional qualities to health of milk and milk products
| a | Also in News(Economy) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
The national mil day observed in the memory of Kurien Varghese , the father of the white revolution throughout his operation flood is on
##Option_A: 29th November ###Option_B: 26th November
##Option_C: 30th November ##Option_D: 29th November ... |
The first state in the country to take e-governance route to provide pensions and scholarships .
| Bihar | Uttaranchal
| Sikkim | Bihar |
Through integration of state treasury with centre public financial management system (PMFS) THE SCHOLARSHIPS AND PENSIONS WILL BE TRANSFERRED DIRECTLY TO THE BANK account and sms will also be sent to alert about the transaction. its believed to help 15 million beneficiaries.
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The first state in the country to take e-governance route to provide pensions and scholarships .
##Option_A: Bihar ###Option_B: Uttaranchal
##Option_C: Sikkim ##Option_D: Bihar ##Answer:d##Explaination:
Through integratio... |
The first state to formulate defence products investment policy
| Andhra Pradesh | MP
| Karnataka | Andhra Pradesh |
MP is the first state to implement it.
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The first state to formulate defence products investment policy
##Option_A: Andhra Pradesh ###Option_B: MP
##Option_C: Karnataka ##Option_D: Andhra Pradesh ##Answer:b##Explaination:
MP is the first state to implement it.
##To... |
The Ministry of Culture will be setting up a National Cultural Audio Visual Archives in Jodhpur in an effort to preserve India"s rich cultural heritage. Consider the following statements regarding this project: The objective of this project is to create digital archives of international standards. It is a collaboration... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only |
The Union Culture Ministry will set up a National Cultural Audio-Visual Archives to identify and preserve the cultural heritage of India. The objective of this project is to create digital archives of international standards through IGNCA and its partnering and collaborating institutions. Hence 1st statement is corr... | d | Also in News(Polity) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Ministry of Culture will be setting up a National Cultural Audio Visual Archives in Jodhpur in an effort to preserve India"s rich cultural heritage. Consider the following statements regarding this project: The objective of this project is to create digital archives of i... |
UN has setup panel to review peacekeeping operations worldwide. Which of the statements are incorrect in the context.
1. India is the largest contributor to peace keeping forces.
2. Since its inception ,around 180 nations have contributed military and civil personnels for the operations by UNPKF.
3. Depar... | 1, 2, 3 | 2, 3, 4
| 1, 3, 4 | 1, 2, 3 |
India is the third largest contributor to peace keeping forces. it is preceded by bangladesh and pakistan
Since its inception ,around 130 nations have contributed military and civil personnels for the operations by UNPKF.
Department of peacekeeping forces was established in 1948.
The panel will ... | a | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
UN has setup panel to review peacekeeping operations worldwide. Which of the statements are incorrect in the context.
1. India is the largest contributor to peace keeping forces.
2. Since its inception ,around 180 nations have contributed military and civil personn... |
BHAVINI is a fast breeder reactor company in india. Which of the following statements are incorrect with respect to it
1. Iits built at Rawatbhatta, Rajashthan.
2. It was involved in the setting up of India first indigenously designed 500 MW prototype fast breeder reactor(PFBR).
3. The biggest advantage i... | 1, 2, 3 | 1, 3
| 2, 3, 4 | 1, 2, 3 |
Its built at kalpakkam
The biggest advantage in a FBR is that it breeds more material for nuclear fusion reaction than it actually consumes.
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BHAVINI is a fast breeder reactor company in india. Which of the following statements are incorrect with respect to it
1. Iits built at Rawatbhatta, Rajashthan.
2. It was involved in the setting up of India first indigenously designed 500 MW prototype fast breeder ... |
With reference to the Montreal Protocol consider the following statements:
1. Montreal Protocol is a UN treaty signed in 1987 for the Protection of the Ozone Layer.
2. Montreal Protocol covers substances like chloroflurocarbons (CFC's) and hydrochloroflurocarbons (HCFCs).
3. HFCs which were the replacemen... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 3 only | 1 only | The Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer is a Multilateral Environmental Agreement.Hence, 1st Statement is incorrect. Montreal Protocol is a UN treaty signed in 1987 to ban ozone-depleting substances like chloroflurocarbons (CFCs) and hydrochloroflurocarbons (HCFCs), which were used in refrigerators ... | b | Manorama year book | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to the Montreal Protocol consider the following statements:
1. Montreal Protocol is a UN treaty signed in 1987 for the Protection of the Ozone Layer.
2. Montreal Protocol covers substances like chloroflurocarbons (CFC's) and hydrochloroflurocarbons (... |
The central govt has recently relaunched Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) scheme. Which of the following statements is/are true about this :-
1. Investment made in the KVP will Double in 100 Months.
2. Upper Ceiling on Investment is 50000 rupees.
3. The certificates can be issued in single or joint names.
4. ... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only
| 1, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only |
FM to Relaunch (KVP); Available to the Investors in the Denomination of Rs. 1000, 5000, 10,000 and 50,000, with no Upper Ceiling on Investment; Investment made in the KVP will Double in 100 Months
In a bid to encourage the habit of small savings among citizens, Union government plans to re-launch the once suc... | c | Also in News(Economy) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
The central govt has recently relaunched Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) scheme. Which of the following statements is/are true about this :-
1. Investment made in the KVP will Double in 100 Months.
2. Upper Ceiling on Investment is 50000 rupees.
3. The certificates ca... |
Which of the following includes the funtion(s) of liver in the human body?
1. maintaining level of sugar.
2. clearance of insulin.
3. maintaining levels of Gamma-Glutamyl Transpeptidase.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
| 1 only | 1 and 2 only
| 2 and 3 only | 1 only |
Lever maintains level of sugar by the synthesis of glucose from certain amino acids, lactate or glycerol, the breakdown of glycogen into glucose and the formation of glycogen from glucose.
Lever clears Insulin by breaking down it.
Gamma-Glutamyl Transpeptidase is an engyme found in Lever.
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Which of the following includes the funtion(s) of liver in the human body?
1. maintaining level of sugar.
2. clearance of insulin.
3. maintaining levels of Gamma-Glutamyl Transpeptidase.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
##Option_A: 1 ... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about Rangarajan panel recommendations on natural gas pricing?
1. The panel has suggested a gas pricing formula based on the sum of two prices — price at other producing destinations and the volume-weighted price of US, UK and Japan.
2. The arm’s length price woul... | 1 and 2 only | 3 and 4 only
| 2 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only |
For full understanding of the report a long explanation is provided :
If the recommendations of C. Rangarajan Panel find their way then the domestically produced gas price in the country would hover around $7-8/mm Btu at the current rate. This would be almost double that of the current rate.
This would a... | c | Reports(National) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are true about Rangarajan panel recommendations on natural gas pricing?
1. The panel has suggested a gas pricing formula based on the sum of two prices — price at other producing destinations and the volume-weighted price of US, UK ... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about white-bellied heron?
1. The first nesting site of it in India is found in Namdapha Tiger Reserve in Arunachal Pradesh.
2. China was (thought to be) the only country in the world to have a breeding population of the white-bellied heron.
3. It has been dec... | 1 only | 2 only
| 2 and 3 only | 1 only |
The white-bellied heron, also known as the imperial heron or great white-bellied heron, is a species of large heron found in the foothills of the eastern Himalayas in India, northeastern Bangladesh, Burma and Bhutan.
A nesting site of the extremely rare white-bellied heron has been discovered in a remote... | d | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are true about white-bellied heron?
1. The first nesting site of it in India is found in Namdapha Tiger Reserve in Arunachal Pradesh.
2. China was (thought to be) the only country in the world to have a breeding population of th... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about Dhanush howitzers?
1. Dhanush is an upgraded version of the Bofors howitzers.
2. Dhanush is indigenously developed.
3. It has been inducted into Indian army.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
| 1 only | 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 2 only | 1 only |
http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/nodhanushfor-the-army/article6603192.ece
| c | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are true about Dhanush howitzers?
1. Dhanush is an upgraded version of the Bofors howitzers.
2. Dhanush is indigenously developed.
3. It has been inducted into Indian army.
Select the correct answer using the code given ... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about El Nino and Indian Ocean interaction?
1. El Nino events weaken the summer westerly (blowing from west to east) winds over the Indian Ocean.
2. Westerly Winds have the effect of cooling the sea surface.
3. Strong winds cause evaporation and loss of latent... | 1 only | 3 and 4 only
| 2 and 3 only | 1 only |
El Nino events weaken the summer westerly (blowing from west to east) winds over the Indian Ocean.
Westerly Winds have the effect of cooling the sea surface.
Strong winds cause evaporation and loss of latent heat from the ocean leading to cooling.
When the winds are weakened the opposite happens... | b | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are true about El Nino and Indian Ocean interaction?
1. El Nino events weaken the summer westerly (blowing from west to east) winds over the Indian Ocean.
2. Westerly Winds have the effect of cooling the sea surface.
3. Stro... |
Bio-fertilizers have several advantages for agriculture. These are available in the market in which of the following forms?
1. Liquid
2. Peat
3. granules
4. freeze-dried powders
Select the correct answer using the code given below
| 2, 3 and 4 only | 3 and 4 only
| 2 only | 2, 3 and 4 only |
Liquid
Peat
granules
freeze-dried powders
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Bio-fertilizers have several advantages for agriculture. These are available in the market in which of the following forms?
1. Liquid
2. Peat
3. granules
4. freeze-dried powders
Select the correct answer using the code given below
##Option_A: 2, 3 an... |
Indian and Myanmar are in the process to improve connectivity through various infrastructure projects. Which of the following statements is/are true about these?
1. A trilateral highway will connect India-Myanmar-Yunan Province(China).
2. Kaladan Transit Transport Project will use road, river and sea route.
... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Myanmarese President Thein Sein met at Nay Pyi Taw, the capital of this eastern neighbour of India, on Tuesday, the big focus of discussions was improving connectivity between what they called “brother countries.”
The two leaders spoke about the need for more direct air li... | b | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Indian and Myanmar are in the process to improve connectivity through various infrastructure projects. Which of the following statements is/are true about these?
1. A trilateral highway will connect India-Myanmar-Yunan Province(China).
2. Kaladan Transit Transport ... |
Article 19(2) of the Constitution permits reasonable restrictions on freedom of speech and expression. Which of the following statements is/are true about this :-
1. defamation
2. integrity
3. morality
4. incitement to an offence
Select the correct answer using the code given below
| 1 and 2 only | 1 and 2 only
| 2 , 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only |
Article 19(2) of the Constitution permits reasonable restrictions on freedom of speech and expression, among other grounds, “in the interests of the sovereignty and integrity of India, the security of the State, public order, decency or morality or in relation to contempt of court, defamation or incitement to an ... | d | Fundamental Rights | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Article 19(2) of the Constitution permits reasonable restrictions on freedom of speech and expression. Which of the following statements is/are true about this :-
1. defamation
2. integrity
3. morality
4. incitement to an offence
Select the correct ans... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA)?
1. The act was first enacted in 1958 to curb the Naga resistance.
2. The Act was modelled on the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Ordinance of 1905 — used by the British Raj to quell the Swadeshi Movement.
3. The act... | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only
| 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 4 only |
The Act was modelled on the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Ordinance of 1942 — used by the Raj to quell the Quit India Movement.
The JS Verma Commission Report said that security persons who rape women should be tried under the civilian law.
| b | Reports(National) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are true about Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA)?
1. The act was first enacted in 1958 to curb the Naga resistance.
2. The Act was modelled on the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Ordinance of 1905 — used by the British Raj t... |
Russia and China have planned to build gas pipelines recently. Which of the following statements is/are true about this :-
1. These are part of China's “Asia Pivot” policy.
2. The western route pipeline will be known as Altay route.
3. The estern and western pipeline will be combinedly called Power of Sib... | 1 only | 2 only
| 1, 3 and 4 only | 1 only |
China would receive 30 billion cubic meters (bcm) of gas per year along the so-called “western” or "Altay" route, according to the agreement. This would supplement the proposed 38 bcm Russian gas to China that would flow through the “Power of Siberia” pipeline, passing along the “eastern route”. The “eastern route... | b | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Russia and China have planned to build gas pipelines recently. Which of the following statements is/are true about this :-
1. These are part of China's “Asia Pivot” policy.
2. The western route pipeline will be known as Altay route.
3. The estern and western pi... |
In 2014 RBI changed the norms for the NBFCs in India. Which of the following statements is/are true about this: NBFCs primarily engaged in lending against gold jewellery, will have to follow the BASEL III norms. NBFCs will have to maintain the net owned fund (NOF) requirement by 2017 to Rs. 2 crore. Where both public f... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
Tightening norms for non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), the Reserve Bank of India on Monday raised the capital adequacy requirement and the net owned fund limit, among others, with an objective to mitigate risks in the sector.
With a view to streamlining the regulations for the sector, the RBI also revo... | b | Banking Reforms | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In 2014 RBI changed the norms for the NBFCs in India. Which of the following statements is/are true about this: NBFCs primarily engaged in lending against gold jewellery, will have to follow the BASEL III norms. NBFCs will have to maintain the net owned fund (NOF) requiremen... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about the caste base census in India?
1. Caste-wise enumeration in the census was given up as a matter of policy from 1951 onwards.
2. The High Court reasoned that no caste-wise enumeration was held since 1931.
3. The castes other than the Scheduled Castes and... | 2 and 3 only | 2 only
| 3 only | 2 and 3 only |
Caste-wise enumeration in the census was given up as a matter of policy from 1951 onwards. In pursuance of this policy decision, castes other than the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes have not been enumerated in all the censuses since 1951.
The High Court reasoned that no caste-wise enumeration was h... | d | Also in News(Polity) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are true about the caste base census in India?
1. Caste-wise enumeration in the census was given up as a matter of policy from 1951 onwards.
2. The High Court reasoned that no caste-wise enumeration was held since 1931.
3. T... |
India and Russia have agreed on negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Which of the following statements is/are true about this : 1. It will cover Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India & the Customs Union of Belarus, Kazakhstan & Russia. 2. It includes proposals for establishment of a ‘Smart City’ in India.... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
For the first time India and Russia have agreed on negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India & the Customs Union of Belarus, Kazakhstan & Russia.
The Indo-Russian Inter-Governmental Commission on Trade, Economics, Scientific, Technological and Cultural Cooperation (IRIGC-TEC) oversees 20 wor... | d | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:India and Russia have agreed on negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Which of the following statements is/are true about this : 1. It will cover Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India & the Customs Union of Belarus, Kazakhstan & Russia. 2. It includes proposals ... |
Which of the following is/are the source(s) of cosmic rays?
1. Dark Matter
2. Pulsars
Select the correct answer using the code given below
| 1 only | 2 only
| 1 and 2 | 1 only |
http://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/experimental-results-hint-at-dark-matter-existence/article6568038.ecehttp://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/experimental-results-hint-at-dark-matter-existence/article6568038.ece
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Which of the following is/are the source(s) of cosmic rays?
1. Dark Matter
2. Pulsars
Select the correct answer using the code given below
##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only
##Option_C: 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 only #... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about G-2 in the Milky Way galaxy ? It is made of hydrogen gas cloud. It is unaffected by the black hole. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only |
A bizarre object in the centre of the Milky Way which has puzzled astronomers for years is most likely a pair of binary stars that merged together, a new study has found.
The object, known as G2, in the centre of Milky Way was believed to be a hydrogen gas cloud headed towards our galaxy's enormous black hole.
As... | b | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true about G-2 in the Milky Way galaxy ? It is made of hydrogen gas cloud. It is unaffected by the black hole. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_... |
The government has announced Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao (BBBP) programme to address the issue of declining Child Sex Ratio. Which of the following statements is/are the objectives of BBBP?
1. Ensure survival and protection of girl child.
2. Prevent child marriage.
3. Ensuring education and participation of ... | 1, 2, 3 and 4 (c) 1, 2 and 3 only
| nan | 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 1, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2, 3 and 4 (c) 1, 2 and 3 only
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The Government has announced Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao programme to address the issue of decline in CSR through a mass campaign & Multi-Sectoral action in 100 gender critical districts. It seeks convergence of various schemes and would be implemented through various ministries.
The objectives of the Scheme are as ... | b | Women and Child Development | Botany | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
The government has announced Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao (BBBP) programme to address the issue of declining Child Sex Ratio. Which of the following statements is/are the objectives of BBBP?
1. Ensure survival and protection of girl child.
2. Prevent child marriage.
... |
The path of Amur Falcon has been tracked with the help of sattelite. Which of the following paths is followed by it?
| Nagaland->South Africa->Mangolia->Nagaland.
| Nagaland->South Africa->Somalia->Nagaland.
| Nagaland->South Africa->Nagaland.
| Nagaland->South Africa->Mangolia->Nagaland.
|
The entire migration route of Amur Falcons — from Nagaland to South Africa on to Mongolia and back to Nagaland — has been scientifically plotted, with scientists confirming that a satellite-tagged Amur Falcon ‘Naga’ has arrived almost a year after it began its journey.
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The path of Amur Falcon has been tracked with the help of sattelite. Which of the following paths is followed by it?
##Option_A: Nagaland->South Africa->Mangolia->Nagaland.
###Option_B: Nagaland->South Africa->Somalia->Nagaland.
##Option_C: Nagaland->South Africa-... |
The Spanish government has successfully passed a new law which imposes "Google Tax" Which of the following statements is/are true about Google Tax?
1. It is aimed to protect the domestic IT and ITES companies.
2. It will be imposed on foreign search engines.
Select the correct answer using the code given ... | 1 only | 2 only
| 1 and 2 | 1 only |
The Spanish government has successfully passed a new copyright law which imposes fees for online content aggregators such as Google News, in an effort to protect its print media industry.
The new intellectual property law, known popularly as the “Google Tax” or by its initials LPI, requires services which post... | d | Also in News(Economy) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
The Spanish government has successfully passed a new law which imposes "Google Tax" Which of the following statements is/are true about Google Tax?
1. It is aimed to protect the domestic IT and ITES companies.
2. It will be imposed on foreign search engines.
Se... |
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true about Sub-Orbital Space flight? The weightlessness is felt in Sub-Orbital Space flight. It is within the Earth atmosphere. The flight speed of suborbital flight is below the orbital velocity. Select the correct answer using the code given below | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | British billionaire Richard Branson, founder of Virgin Galactic, has been the front-runner in the fledgling race to give large numbers of paying civilians a suborbital ride that would let them experience weightlessness and see the Earth from the edge of space. Definition of "suborbital". We consider a suborbital flight... | c | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statement(s) is/are true about Sub-Orbital Space flight? The weightlessness is felt in Sub-Orbital Space flight. It is within the Earth atmosphere. The flight speed of suborbital flight is below the orbital velocity. Select the correct answer using the... |
India time to time change import tariff value on gold, silver. Which of the following statements is/are true about import tariff?
1. The import tariff value is the base price at which Customs duty is determined.
2. It is revised on a fortnightly basis taking into account global prices.
3. It is set by RB... | 1 , 2 and 3 only | 1 , 2 and 4 only
| 1 and 2 only | 1 , 2 and 3 only |
The import tariff value is the base price at which Customs duty is determined to prevent under-invoicing. It is revised on a fortnightly basis taking into account global prices.
The decrease in tariff value on imported gold has been notified by the Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC)
| c | Also in News(Economy) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
India time to time change import tariff value on gold, silver. Which of the following statements is/are true about import tariff?
1. The import tariff value is the base price at which Customs duty is determined.
2. It is revised on a fortnightly basis taking into ... |
With respect to FDI, consider the following statements
1. Gambling
2. Chit funds
3.Cigarettes
In which of the above sectors is FDI prohibited in India? | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | d | Balance of Payments: Definition, Current and Capital Accounts, Convertibility, Items Included in BoP, BoP and BoT | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With respect to FDI, consider the following statements
1. Gambling
2. Chit funds
3.Cigarettes
In which of the above sectors is FDI prohibited in India?##Option_A:1 only ###Option_B:2 and 3 only##Option_C:1 and 3 only##Option_D:1 only ##Answer:... | |
Consider the following statements
1. Department for Industrial Policy and Promotion(DIPP) name is now changed to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade.
2. Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade is under the Ministry of Finance.
Select the correct code from below | Only 1 | Only 2 | Both 1 and 2 | Only 1 | nan | a | Balance of Payments: Definition, Current and Capital Accounts, Convertibility, Items Included in BoP, BoP and BoT | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements
1. Department for Industrial Policy and Promotion(DIPP) name is now changed to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade.
2. Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade is under the Ministry of Finance.
Se... |
Consider the following statements
1. Ordinary share holder do not get any dividend when company is at loss.
2. In case of liquidating the assets of company ordinary share holders get the first preference.
Choose the correct code from below | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | a | No_topic | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements
1. Ordinary share holder do not get any dividend when company is at loss.
2. In case of liquidating the assets of company ordinary share holders get the first preference.
Choose the correct code from below##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2... |
निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिये :
1- भारतीय प्रतिभूति और विनिमय बोर्ड (सेबी) भारत में प्रतिभूति और वित्त का नियामक बोर्ड है |
2- सेबी की स्थापना 12 अप्रैल 1988 में हुई तथा वैधानिक मान्यता 30 जनवरी 1992 को प्राप्त हुई |
उपरोक्त में से कौन सा/से कथन सत्य हैं/है ? | केवल 1 | केवल 2 | 1 और 2 दोनों | केवल 1 | nan | c | Others Non-Constitutional Bodies | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिये :
1- भारतीय प्रतिभूति और विनिमय बोर्ड (सेबी) भारत में प्रतिभूति और वित्त का नियामक बोर्ड है |
2- सेबी की स्थापना 12 अप्रैल 1988 में हुई तथा वैधानिक मान्यता 30 जनवरी 1992 को प्राप्त हुई |
उपरोक्त में से कौन सा/से कथन सत्य हैं/है ?##Optio... |
Consider the following statements regarding the Sikh Gurus: 1. Guru Hargobind Singh laid the foundation of the Khalsa Panth and defined its five symbols. 2. Guru Nanak laid the foundations of Golden Temple at Amritsar. 3. Guru Arjan Dev compiled the first official edition of the Sikh scripture called the Adi Granth, ... | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Guru Arjan Dev : He was the fifth Sikh Guru. He compiled the first official edition of the Sikh scripture called the Adi Granth, which later expanded into the Guru Granth Sahib. Adi Grant Sahib has compilations from religious poets like Baba Farid, Ravidas (also known as Raidas) and Kabir. These hymns, called “ gurban... | b | Religious Movements Bhakti Movement | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the Sikh Gurus: 1. Guru Hargobind Singh laid the foundation of the Khalsa Panth and defined its five symbols. 2. Guru Nanak laid the foundations of Golden Temple at Amritsar. 3. Guru Arjan Dev compiled the first official edition of... |
Cosmic rays are high energy charged particles, originating in outer space, that travel at nearly the speed of light and strike the Earth from all directions. Consider the following statements about cosmic rays:
1. Are elecromagnetic rays of extremely short wavelength
2. Cosmic rays include essentially all o... | 1 only | 2 only
| Both 1 and 2 | 1 only |
Because cosmic rays are electrically charged they are deflected by magnetic fields, and their directions have been randomized, making it impossible to tell where they originated. However, cosmic rays in other regions of the Galaxy can be traced by the electromagnetic radiation they produce.
Cosmic rays includ... | c | Space Discoveries | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Cosmic rays are high energy charged particles, originating in outer space, that travel at nearly the speed of light and strike the Earth from all directions. Consider the following statements about cosmic rays:
1. Are elecromagnetic rays of extremely short wavelength... |
In WTO terminology, subsidies, in general, are identified by "boxes". Consider the following statements regarding different boxes:
" Development Box" subsidies have a direct effect on production and trade which have to be reduced.
" Green Box" subsidies have a minimum impact on trade and can be used freely.
"Bl... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | c | Trade Policy, Product wise trade, Region wise trade, Subsidy boxes, WTO related issues and India | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In WTO terminology, subsidies, in general, are identified by "boxes". Consider the following statements regarding different boxes:
" Development Box" subsidies have a direct effect on production and trade which have to be reduced.
" Green Box" subsidies have a minimum ... |
Consider the following statements regarding the "International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor":
It is an experimental tokamak nuclear fusion reactor that is being built in France.
Fusion fuels are widely available and nearly inexhaustible.
Fusion does not emit harmful toxins like carbon dioxide or other gre... | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | nan | d | Nuclear Energy | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the "International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor":
It is an experimental tokamak nuclear fusion reactor that is being built in France.
Fusion fuels are widely available and nearly inexhaustible.
Fusion does not emit ha... |
Consider the following statements with regard to the "White labelled ATMs" being set up in India as a step towards financial inclusion: 1. They can be opened by non-banking entities to increase the spread of ATMs in semi-urban and rural areas. 2. The non bank entities are permitted by RBI to set up , own and operate W... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 2 only | 1 and 2 only | Hitherto, only banks were permitted to set up and operate ATMs in India . In June 2012, the RBI issued policy guidelines permitting non-bank entities to set up and operate White label ATMs (WLAs) in the country after seeking the Reserve Bank’s authorisation under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 . Thus... | a | Women and Child Development | Botany | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regard to the "White labelled ATMs" being set up in India as a step towards financial inclusion: 1. They can be opened by non-banking entities to increase the spread of ATMs in semi-urban and rural areas. 2. The non bank entities are pe... |
Which among the following is/are characteristic(s) of Tundra biomes? Low biotic diversity. Large population oscillations. Short season of growth and reproduction. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
Tundras are among Earth's coldest, harshest biomes. Tundra lands are snow-covered for much of the year, until summer brings a burst of wildflowers.
The biodiversity of tundra is low. There are few species with large populations. Animal populations fluctuate throughout the seasons in the tundra biome. Some animals o... | d | Climatic regions | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following is/are characteristic(s) of Tundra biomes? Low biotic diversity. Large population oscillations. Short season of growth and reproduction. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C... |
With reference to the setting up of "Payment Banks" to speed up the process of Financial Inclusion, consider the following statements: They will be registered as a public limited company under the Companies Act, 2013. They cannot set up subsidiaries to undertake non-banking financial activities. They can undertake lend... | 1, 3 and 4 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | RBI has recently announced guidelines for licensing of Payment Banks. Payment banks fall into the category of 'niche' or differentiated banks, meaning that they serve a specific purpose or a specific category of customers. Payments Banks are targeted to serve low-income households, small businesses and other unorganiz... | d | Financial Intermediation & Markets , | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the setting up of "Payment Banks" to speed up the process of Financial Inclusion, consider the following statements: They will be registered as a public limited company under the Companies Act, 2013. They cannot set up subsidiaries to undertake non-banking ... |
कथन : उष्ण कटिबंधीय चक्रवात की गति उत्तरी गोलार्द्ध मे घड़ी की दिशा के विपरीत होती है | कारण : उष्ण कटिबंधीय चक्रवात की गति दक्षिणी गोलार्द्ध मे घड़ी की दिशा के समान होती है | | कथन और कारण दोनों सही है | | कथन और कारण दोनों गलत है | | कथन सही है ,कारण गलत है | | कथन और कारण दोनों सही है | | , | a | Winds Planetary, Seasonal and Local; Jet Streams | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:कथन : उष्ण कटिबंधीय चक्रवात की गति उत्तरी गोलार्द्ध मे घड़ी की दिशा के विपरीत होती है | कारण : उष्ण कटिबंधीय चक्रवात की गति दक्षिणी गोलार्द्ध मे घड़ी की दिशा के समान होती है |##Option_A:कथन और कारण दोनों सही है |###Option_B:कथन और कारण दोनों गलत है |##Option_C:कथन सही है ,कारण... |
Which of the following is correct regarding Rani-ki-vav?
| It is a swimming pool/ bathing area.
| It is an elaborate drainage system.
| It is a subterranean water storage point.
| It is a swimming pool/ bathing area.
| 'Vav' or 'Vaav' is a stepwell, a common structure in western and northern India. It is also called 'bawadi' in Hindi. These are wells or ponds where water may be reached by descending a set of steps. They may be covered or protected and are often of architectural significance. Stepwells are examples of storage tanks an... | d | Difference between Architecture & Sculpture | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following is correct regarding Rani-ki-vav?
##Option_A: It is a swimming pool/ bathing area.
###Option_B: It is an elaborate drainage system.
##Option_C: It is a subterranean water storage point.
##Option_D: It is a swimming pool/ bathing area.
... |
Which of the following regarding Parliamentary Secretaries is wrong? They are appointed by the Prime Minister as well as the Chief Ministers. They enjoy similar status to a Cabinet Minister. MLAs can be appointed as parliamentary secretaries. Secretary General of Lok Sabha is the head of all Parliamentary Secretaries. ... | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Parliamentary Secretaries are political appointees rather than constitutional ones. They generally are of similar rank as of Minister of State or even a deputy minister. Unlike their name, they are present not only in parliament but also in State legislatures. Moreover, it is not necessary that they should be members ... | b | Central Council of Minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following regarding Parliamentary Secretaries is wrong? They are appointed by the Prime Minister as well as the Chief Ministers. They enjoy similar status to a Cabinet Minister. MLAs can be appointed as parliamentary secretaries. Secretary General of Lok Sabha i... |
Consider the following statements regarding various scheme for development of agriculture sector in India:
1. Coarse cereals and commercial crop like sugarcane, cotton, and jute are included in National Food Security Mission.
2. Under NFSM Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) are formed to mitigate some of the risk... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | RKVY funding will be routed into three components, viz. production growth, infrastructure & assets, & sub-schemes and flexi-fund. In view of the need to increase capital formation and get higher returns on investments, states are at liberty to spend up to 100 per cent of total outlay in the infrastructure and asset cr... | a | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding various scheme for development of agriculture sector in India:
1. Coarse cereals and commercial crop like sugarcane, cotton, and jute are included in National Food Security Mission.
2. Under NFSM Farmer Producer Organizations (... |
With reference to the Price Stabilization Fund (PSF) for procurement and distribution of perishables horticulture commodities, consider the following statements: This Fund will be used to advance loans to State Governments and Central agencies at a nominal rate of interest for procurement and distribution of perish... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 2 only | 1 and 2 only | Price Stabilisation Fund (PSF) as a Central Sector Scheme, with a corpus of Rs.500 crores, to support market interventions for price control of perishable agri-horticultural commodities. PSF will be used to advance interest free loan to State Governments and Central agencies to support their working capital and ot... | b | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Price Stabilization Fund (PSF) for procurement and distribution of perishables horticulture commodities, consider the following statements: This Fund will be used to advance loans to State Governments and Central agencies at a nominal rate of intere... |
With reference to the Indian initiatives undertaken to deal with climate change, consider the following statements: Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) is India"s National Implementing Entity (NIE) for the Adaptation Fund created under the UNFCCC. National Clean Energy fund is financed by the "clean energy cess"... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only |
To supervise the operation of the Fund and to approve projects for adaptation activity in eligible developing countries an Adaptation Fund Board (AFB) was set up in 2008 under UNFCCC . India as an eligible country has access to Adaptation Fund and can seek financial support to undertake adaptation activities at nat... | a | Sustainable Development | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Indian initiatives undertaken to deal with climate change, consider the following statements: Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) is India"s National Implementing Entity (NIE) for the Adaptation Fund created under the UNFCCC. National Clean Energ... |
Consider the following statements regarding Priority Sector Lending: Credit to the medium enterprises forms the part of priority sector lending. All the banks operating in India are subject to this scheme of Differential Interest Rate. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently said that medium enterprises, social infrastructure and renewable energy would form part of priority sector in addition to the existing categories. Foreign banks, with 20 branches and above, already have priority sector targets and sub-targets are under the scheme. Whereas, ... | a | Also in News(Economy) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Priority Sector Lending: Credit to the medium enterprises forms the part of priority sector lending. All the banks operating in India are subject to this scheme of Differential Interest Rate. Which of the statement(s) given above i... |
Consider the following statements regarding stalled project in various sectors (in last 5 years) in India : 1. The primary reason for stalled projects in the private sector is lack of regulatory clearances. 2. Major reason for stalled projects in electricity sector is lack of environmental clearances. 3. The top reason... | 1 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only |
Private (Indian) sector projects stalling
Reasons : Unfavourable market conditions Lack of promoter interest Lack of non-environmental clearances
Government sector projects stalling
Reasons : Land acquisition problem Lack of non-environmental Clearances Lack of fund (statement 3)
Perhaps contrary to... | b | Industry | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding stalled project in various sectors (in last 5 years) in India : 1. The primary reason for stalled projects in the private sector is lack of regulatory clearances. 2. Major reason for stalled projects in electricity sector is lack o... |
Consider the following statements regarding Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): MRI scanning uses X rays in the magnetic field to produce images of body parts. While MRI scanning cannot produce the pictures of bone, Computerized Tomography (CT scan) can produce pictures of bone. Jewelry and other wearable metallic access... | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | MRI scanning does not use X rays. X-ray scanning uses ionizing radiations to excite electrons in the atoms. MRI does not use ionizing radiations . Instead, while in the magnet, radio waves redirect the alignment of hydrogen atoms that naturally exist within the body without causing any chemical changes in the tissues. ... | a | Gene Therapy, Tissue culture, Health | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): MRI scanning uses X rays in the magnetic field to produce images of body parts. While MRI scanning cannot produce the pictures of bone, Computerized Tomography (CT scan) can produce pictures of bon... |
Which of the following initiatives will improve the business environment in India? Time bound clearance of projects Improvement of physical infrastructure Institutional autonomy Weak environmental laws Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1 ,2 and 3 only | 1,2 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | Weak environment laws may help in business environment in short run but for long run and stable economic growth require effective environmental legislation. | b | Industry | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following initiatives will improve the business environment in India? Time bound clearance of projects Improvement of physical infrastructure Institutional autonomy Weak environmental laws Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 ... |
Consider the following statements regarding rural electrification in India : Integration of feeders (rural households & agricultural) is one of the component of Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY). Central Electricity authority is the nodal agency to operationalize DDUGJY. More than 90% of villages have bee... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | The major components of the scheme are feeder separation; strengthening of sub-transmission and distribution network; Metering at all levels (input points, feeders and distribution transformers).So option 1 is incorrect Rural Electrification Corporation (REC) is the Nodal Agency for operationalization of this Scheme. S... | c | Energy , Infrastructure and Communication | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding rural electrification in India : Integration of feeders (rural households & agricultural) is one of the component of Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY). Central Electricity authority is the nodal agency to operationali... |
With regard to various types of unemployment, consider the following statements:
1. If in an economy there is a surplus workforce in one sector and there is a short supply of workforce in the other sector then it is known as disguised unemployment.
2. Disguised unemployment is found in the agriculture sector in Ind... | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | nan | c | Unemployment: Types of Unemployment: Structural, Seasonal, Frictional, Cyclical, Nature of Unemployment in India | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to various types of unemployment, consider the following statements:
1. If in an economy there is a surplus workforce in one sector and there is a short supply of workforce in the other sector then it is known as disguised unemployment.
2. Disguised unemploym... |
Consider the following statements about the healthcare spending in India in the last ten years : The expenditure on healthcare as a percent of GDP has been around four percent. The contribution of government in providing healthcare has been more than that of the private sector. Which of the statements given above is/ar... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only |
The expenditure on healthcare as a percent of GDP has been around 4% in the last ten years. Hence, 1st statement is correct.
Public spending in the last 10 years has been around 1% of GDP (Both Centre & states) while the rest has been provided by the private sector.
India is amongst the countries where private ... | a | Health , Health and Family Welfare | Botany | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the healthcare spending in India in the last ten years : The expenditure on healthcare as a percent of GDP has been around four percent. The contribution of government in providing healthcare has been more than that of the private sect... |
Consider the following statements.
1. The subject of health belongs to the Concurrent List in India.
2. If the share of elderly population will increase then it will lead to higher cost of healthcare.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
( | 1 only
( | nbsp; 2 only
( | Both 1 & 2
| 1 only
( |
Subject of Health belongs to the state list. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
The rising share of elderly plays a relatively minor role in healthcare cost inflation. The major driver of costs is the rapid technological advancement because of import of expensive diagnostics and treatments from developed countr... | b | Health , Health and Family Welfare | Botany | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements.
1. The subject of health belongs to the Concurrent List in India.
2. If the share of elderly population will increase then it will lead to higher cost of healthcare.
Which of the statements given above is/are co... |
Which of the following statements given below are included as objective of Universal Health Coverage according to WHO? Equity in access to health services. Providing quality medical education. Providing quality health services. Covering financial risks through insuring the poorest section of society. Select the correct... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only |
WHO describes three objectives of Universal Health Coverage :
Equity in access to health services - those who need the services should get them, not only those who can pay for them;
Quality of health services is good enough to improve the health of those receiving services; and
Financial-risk protection - e... | b | Health , Health and Family Welfare | Botany | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements given below are included as objective of Universal Health Coverage according to WHO? Equity in access to health services. Providing quality medical education. Providing quality health services. Covering financial risks through insuring the p... |
Consider the following statements with reference to IMF: IMF lends to specific development projects. IMF promotes exchange rate stability. IMF fights money laundering and financing of terrorism. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | The IMF's fundamental mission is to ensure the stability of the international monetary system. It does so in three ways: keeping track of the global economy and the economies of member countries; lending to countries with balance of payments difficulties; and giving practical help to members. A core responsibility of t... | b | Industry | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with reference to IMF: IMF lends to specific development projects. IMF promotes exchange rate stability. IMF fights money laundering and financing of terrorism. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###O... |
With reference to the revamped National Food Security Mission (NFSM), 2014-15, consider the following statements:
It includes rice, pulses, wheat, coarse cereals and commercial crops like sugarcane, cotton and jute.
Under NFSM Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) are formed to mitigate some of the risks like weat... | 1 and 3 only
| 2 only
| 3 only
| 1 and 3 only
|
The National Food Security Mission (NFSM) is being implemented with the new target of additional production of 25 million tonnes of foodgrains comprising 10 million tonnes rice, 8 million tonnes wheat, 4 million tonnes pulses, and 3 million tonnes coarse cereals by the end of the Twelfth Five Year Plan (2016-17). ... | d | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the revamped National Food Security Mission (NFSM), 2014-15, consider the following statements:
It includes rice, pulses, wheat, coarse cereals and commercial crops like sugarcane, cotton and jute.
Under NFSM Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) are f... |
Which of the following duties of citizens form a part of Fundamental Duties under Art.51A? Duty to provide early childhood care and education to the child till the age of six years. Duty to render national service whenever called upon to do so. Duty to pay taxes. Duty to develop scientific temper. Select the correct an... | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only | Statement 1 is incorrect : Early childhood care and education till age of six years forms a part of Directive Principles of State policy( Art.45). It was added by 86th Amendment Act, 2002. Statement 3 is incorrect : Duty to pay taxes was recommended by Swaran Singh Committee to be included under Art. 51 A, but the reco... | b | Citizenship | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following duties of citizens form a part of Fundamental Duties under Art.51A? Duty to provide early childhood care and education to the child till the age of six years. Duty to render national service whenever called upon to do so. Duty to pay taxes. Duty to dev... |
With reference to the 44th Constitution Amendment Act, 1978, consider the following statements: It provided that Fundamental Rights under Article 20 and 21 cannot be suspended during National Emergency. It deleted the Right to Property from Part III of the Indian Constitution. It made a provision to bind the President ... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statements 1 and 2 are correct. President was bound to the advice of cabinet by 42nd Constituional Aamendment Act. | a | Amendment of Constitution | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the 44th Constitution Amendment Act, 1978, consider the following statements: It provided that Fundamental Rights under Article 20 and 21 cannot be suspended during National Emergency. It deleted the Right to Property from Part III of the Indian Constitutio... |
Which of the following basic features are incorporated in the Constitution of India from Universal Declaration of Human Rights? Fundamental Rights Fundamental Duties Directive Principles of State Policy Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a document adopted by the United Nations General Assembly that enshrines the rights and freedoms of all human beings. The declaration consists of 30 articles detailing an individual's basic rights and fundamental freedoms and affirming their universal character as in... | c | Rights Issues etc. | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following basic features are incorporated in the Constitution of India from Universal Declaration of Human Rights? Fundamental Rights Fundamental Duties Directive Principles of State Policy Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only#... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct IMF?
1. The amount the member is obliged to provide to IMF is dependent on the "quota" 2. Member country cannot pay its quota in its own currency 3. SDRs can be exchanged for national currencies. Select the correct answer using the code given below: | 1,2 | 2,3 | 1,3 | 1,2 | A member country normally pays upto one- quarter of its quota in the form of widely accepted foreign currencies(such as the US dollar,euro etc) or SDR. The remaining three-quarters are paid in the country"s own currency. | c | India and IMF, WTO , WIPO | Commerce & Accountancy | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct IMF?
1. The amount the member is obliged to provide to IMF is dependent on the "quota" 2. Member country cannot pay its quota in its own currency 3. SDRs can be exchanged for national currencies. Select the correct answer us... |
Which of the following are the conditionalities of IMF to provide assistance?
1. Deregulate the rupee in external transactions.
2. Reduce Priority Sector Lending
3. Downsize the Government
A. 1,2
B. 2,3
C. 1,3
D. All
| nan | nan | nan | nan |
All are correct
| d | Non UN Institutions | Electrical Engineering | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following are the conditionalities of IMF to provide assistance?
1. Deregulate the rupee in external transactions.
2. Reduce Priority Sector Lending
3. Downsize the Government
A. 1,2
B. 2,3
C. 1,3
D. All
##Option_A:nan###Option_B:n... |
Consider the following statements about the National Food Security in India : It aims to ensure that food supply is available in sufficient quantity. It is concerned with nutrition along with the availability of food. It aims to ensure that food prices remain stable. Identification of poor under the Food Security Act i... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only |
According to FAO “ food security exists when all people at all times have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs and food preferences for an active, healthy life .”
Intrinsic to this definition are the four pillars of food security , that is, avail... | d | Poverty & Unemployment, Poverty alleviation Programme & Employment Generation Programme | Botany | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the National Food Security in India : It aims to ensure that food supply is available in sufficient quantity. It is concerned with nutrition along with the availability of food. It aims to ensure that food prices remain stable. Identif... |
Consider the following statements about the Geographical Indication(GI), which of the statements given below is/are correct?
Geographical Indication protects the product and craft of local people from being used for commercial purpose by outsiders.
A protected geographical indication enables the holder to prevent... | 1 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only |
c
| c | Rural Development | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the Geographical Indication(GI), which of the statements given below is/are correct?
Geographical Indication protects the product and craft of local people from being used for commercial purpose by outsiders.
A protected geograph... |
Consider the following statements about the Minimum Support Price (MSP) offered to farmers by the government: It is offered for food crops only. Its purpose is to control inflation by regulating the prices of agricultural products. The MSP is announced by the Government of India at the end of the sowing season for cert... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only |
Minimum support prices are currently announced for 24 commodities including seven cereals (paddy, wheat, barley, jowar, bajra, maize and ragi); five pulses (gram, arhar/tur, moong, urad and lentil); eight oilseeds (groundnut, rapeseed/mustard, toria, soyabean, sunflower seed, sesamum, safflower seed and nigerseed); ... | d | Poverty & Unemployment, Poverty alleviation Programme & Employment Generation Programme | Botany | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the Minimum Support Price (MSP) offered to farmers by the government: It is offered for food crops only. Its purpose is to control inflation by regulating the prices of agricultural products. The MSP is announced by the Government of I... |
Consider the following statements about the Public Distribution System (PDS) in India: There has been a decline in the PDS Leakages in India over the last ten years. The major beneficiaries of the PDS are people from States that have a larger number of poor. Although cash transfer reduces leakage it may result in reduc... | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
As per the latest NSSO Data there has been a decline in the leakages in the PDS in the last ten years. However, this value is itself very high. In 2011-12 it is estimated that nearly 46.7% of food grain was diverted.
Five States — Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and West Bengal — which are h... | b | Poverty & Unemployment, Poverty alleviation Programme & Employment Generation Programme | Botany | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the Public Distribution System (PDS) in India: There has been a decline in the PDS Leakages in India over the last ten years. The major beneficiaries of the PDS are people from States that have a larger number of poor. Although cash tr... |
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