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Under the constitution of India, which one of the following is not a fundamental duty? | To vote in public elections | To develop the scientific temper | To safeguard public property | To vote in public elections | nan | a | Fundamental Duties | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Under the constitution of India, which one of the following is not a fundamental duty?##Option_A: To vote in public elections ###Option_B: To develop the scientific temper##Option_C: To safeguard public property ##Option_D: To vote in public elections ##Answer:a##Explainatio... |
The Constitution (Seventy-Third Amendment) Act. 1992, which aims at promoting the Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country, provides for which of the following? 1. Constitution of District Planning Committees. 2. State Election Commissions to conduct all panchayat elections. 3. Establishment of state Finance Commissi... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | d | Panchayati Raj | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Constitution (Seventy-Third Amendment) Act. 1992, which aims at promoting the Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country, provides for which of the following? 1. Constitution of District Planning Committees. 2. State Election Commissions to conduct all panchayat election... |
The authorization for the withdrawal of funds from the Consolidated Fund of India must come from | The President of India | The Parliament of India | The Prime Minister of India | The President of India | nan | b | Types of bills and Legislative procedure | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The authorization for the withdrawal of funds from the Consolidated Fund of India must come from ##Option_A: The President of India ###Option_B: The Parliament of India ##Option_C: The Prime Minister of India##Option_D: The President of India ##Answer:b##Explaination:nan##To... |
All revenues received by the Union Government by way of taxes and other receipts for the conduct of Government business are credited to the | Contingency Fund of India | Public Account | Consolidated Fund of India | Contingency Fund of India | nan | c | Budget | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:All revenues received by the Union Government by way of taxes and other receipts for the conduct of Government business are credited to the##Option_A: Contingency Fund of India###Option_B: Public Account##Option_C: Consolidated Fund of India##Option_D: Contingency Fund of In... |
When the annual Union Budget is not passed by the Lok Sabha, | the Budget is modified and presented again | the Budget is referred to the Rajya Sabha for suggestions | the Union Finance Minister is asked to resign | the Budget is modified and presented again | nan | d | Budget | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:When the annual Union Budget is not passed by the Lok Sabha,##Option_A: the Budget is modified and presented again ###Option_B: the Budget is referred to the Rajya Sabha for suggestions ##Option_C: the Union Finance Minister is asked to resign ##Option_D: the Budget is modif... |
What is the difference between “vote-on-account” and “interim budget”? 1. The provision of a “vote-on-account” is used by a regular Government, while an “interim budget” is a provision used by a caretaker Government. 2. A “vote-on-account” only deals with the expenditure in Government’s budget, while an “interim budget... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | b | Types of bills and Legislative procedure | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What is the difference between “vote-on-account” and “interim budget”? 1. The provision of a “vote-on-account” is used by a regular Government, while an “interim budget” is a provision used by a caretaker Government. 2. A “vote-on-account” only deals with the expenditure in ... |
With reference to the Finance Commission of India, which of the following statements is correct? | It encourages the inflow of foreign capital for infrastructure development. | It facilitates the proper distribution of finances among the Public Sector Undertakings . | It ensures transparency in financial administration. | It encourages the inflow of foreign capital for infrastructure development. | nan | d | Finance Commission | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Finance Commission of India, which of the following statements is correct?##Option_A: It encourages the inflow of foreign capital for infrastructure development.###Option_B: It facilitates the proper distribution of finances among the Public Sector Unde... |
Consider the following statements: In India, a Metropolitan Planning Committee : 1. is constituted under the provisions of the constitution of India. 2. prepares the draft development plans for metropolitan area. 3. has the sole responsibility for implementing Government sponsored schemes in the metropolitan area. Whi... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | nan | a | Local Urban government | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: In India, a Metropolitan Planning Committee : 1. is constituted under the provisions of the constitution of India. 2. prepares the draft development plans for metropolitan area. 3. has the sole responsibility for implementing Government sp... |
In India, if a religious sect/community is given the status of a national minority, what special advantages it is entitled to? 1. It can establish and administer exclusive educational institutions. 2. The President of India automatically nominates a representative of the community to Lok Sabha. 3. It can derive benefit... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | c | Fundamental Rights | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In India, if a religious sect/community is given the status of a national minority, what special advantages it is entitled to? 1. It can establish and administer exclusive educational institutions. 2. The President of India automatically nominates a representative of the com... |
India is home to lakhs of persons with disabilities. What are the benefits available to them under the law? 1. Free schooling till the age of 18 years in government-run schools. 2. Preferential allotment of land for setting up business. 3. Ramps in public buildings. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | d | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:India is home to lakhs of persons with disabilities. What are the benefits available to them under the law? 1. Free schooling till the age of 18 years in government-run schools. 2. Preferential allotment of land for setting up business. 3. Ramps in public buildings. Which of... |
Among the following who are eligible to benefit from the “Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act”? | Adult members of only the scheduled caste and scheduled tribe households. | Adult members of below poverty line (BPL) households. | Adult members of households of all backward communities. | Adult members of only the scheduled caste and scheduled tribe households. | nan | d | Education/Health/Human Resources | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Among the following who are eligible to benefit from the “Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act”? ##Option_A: Adult members of only the scheduled caste and scheduled tribe households. ###Option_B: Adult members of below poverty line (BPL) households. ##Op... |
With reference to “Aam Admi Bima Yojana”, consider the following statements: 1. The member insured under the scheme must be the head of the family or an earning member of the family in a rural landless household. 2. The member insured must be in the age group of 30 to 65 years. 3. There is a provision for free scholars... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | c | Others | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to “Aam Admi Bima Yojana”, consider the following statements: 1. The member insured under the scheme must be the head of the family or an earning member of the family in a rural landless household. 2. The member insured must be in the age group of 30 to 65 yea... |
The jet aircrafts fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratosphere. What could be the appropriate explanation? 1. There are no clouds or water vapour in the lower stratosphere. 2. There are no vertical winds in the lower stratosphere. Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | c | The Atmosphere Structure, Composition | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The jet aircrafts fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratosphere. What could be the appropriate explanation? 1. There are no clouds or water vapour in the lower stratosphere. 2. There are no vertical winds in the lower stratosphere. Which of the statements given abov... | |
Westerlies in southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in northern hemisphere. Why? Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere. Coriolis force is higher in southern hemisphere as compared to northern hemisphere. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | a | The Atmosphere Structure, Composition | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Westerlies in southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in northern hemisphere. Why? Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere. Coriolis force is higher in southern hemisphere as compared to northern hemisphere. Which of the statemen... | |
Two important rivers- one with its source in Jharkhand (and known by a different name in Odisha), and another, with its source in Odisha- merge at a place only a short distance from the coast of Bay of Bengal before flowing into the sea. This is an important site of wildlife and biodiversity and a protected area. Which... | Bhitarkanika | Chandipur-on-sea | Gopalpur-on-sea | Bhitarkanika | nan | a | Map based Questins from Indian Geography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Two important rivers- one with its source in Jharkhand (and known by a different name in Odisha), and another, with its source in Odisha- merge at a place only a short distance from the coast of Bay of Bengal before flowing into the sea. This is an important site of wildlife... |
The lower Gangetic plain is characterised by humid climate with high temperature throughout the year. Which one among the following pairs of crops is most suitable for this region? | Paddy and cotton | Wheat and Jute | Paddy and Jute | Paddy and cotton | c | Major Crops grown in India, Agro-Climatic Regions, Types of Cultivation and Farming | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The lower Gangetic plain is characterised by humid climate with high temperature throughout the year. Which one among the following pairs of crops is most suitable for this region?##Option_A: Paddy and cotton###Option_B: Wheat and Jute##Option_C: Paddy and Jute##Option_D: Pa... | |
A state in India has the following characteristics: Its northern part is arid and semi-arid. Its central part produces cotton. Cultivation of cash crops is predominant over food crops. Which one of the following states has all of the above characteristics? | Andhra Pradesh | Gujarat | Karnataka | Andhra Pradesh | nan | b | GS_Geography_unclassified | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A state in India has the following characteristics: Its northern part is arid and semi-arid. Its central part produces cotton. Cultivation of cash crops is predominant over food crops. Which one of the following states has all of the above characteristics?##Option_A: Andhra ... |
Among the following States, which one has the most suitable climatic conditions for the cultivation of a large variety of orchids with minimum cost of production, and can develop an export oriented industry in this field? | Andhra Pradesh | Arunachal Pradesh | Madhya Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh | b | Climate, Vegetation and Soils | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Among the following States, which one has the most suitable climatic conditions for the cultivation of a large variety of orchids with minimum cost of production, and can develop an export oriented industry in this field?##Option_A: Andhra Pradesh ###Option_B: Aru... | |
The 2004 Tsunami made people realize that mangroves can serve as a reliable safety hedge against coastal calamities. How do mangroves function as a safety hedge? | The mangrove swamps separate the human settlements from the sea by a wide zone in which people neither live not venture out. | The mangroves provide both food and medicines which people are in need of after any natural disaster. | The mangrove trees are tall with dense canopies and serve as an excellent shelter during a cyclone or tsunami. | The mangrove swamps separate the human settlements from the sea by a wide zone in which people neither live not venture out. | d | Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The 2004 Tsunami made people realize that mangroves can serve as a reliable safety hedge against coastal calamities. How do mangroves function as a safety hedge? ##Option_A: The mangrove swamps separate the human settlements from the sea by a wide zone in which people neith... | |
With reference to micro-irrigation, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Fertilizer/nutrient loss can be reduced. 2. It is the only means of irrigation in dry land farming. 3. In some areas of farming, receding of ground water table can be checked. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | c | Problems of Soil and Conservation | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to micro-irrigation, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Fertilizer/nutrient loss can be reduced. 2. It is the only means of irrigation in dry land farming. 3. In some areas of farming, receding of ground water table can be checked. Select the... |
Between India and East Asia, the navigation-time and distance can be greatly reduced by which of the following? 1. Deepening the Malacca straits between Malaysia and Indonesia. 2. Opening a new canal across the Kra isthmus between the Gulf of Siam and Andaman Sea. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | b | Latitude and Longitude including important Parallels and Meridians/ Local and Standard Time | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Between India and East Asia, the navigation-time and distance can be greatly reduced by which of the following? 1. Deepening the Malacca straits between Malaysia and Indonesia. 2. Opening a new canal across the Kra isthmus between the Gulf of Siam and Andaman Sea. Which o... | |
What could be the main reason/reasons of the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt? 1. It is located in the sub-tropical high pressure cells. 2. It is under the influence of warm ocean currents. Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | a | Landform Development First order (continental drift theory, sea floor spreading, plate tectonics theory) | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What could be the main reason/reasons of the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt? 1. It is located in the sub-tropical high pressure cells. 2. It is under the influence of warm ocean currents. Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context?##Opt... | |
The Brahmaputra, Irrawady and Mekong rivers originate in Tibet and flow through narrow and parallel mountain ranges in their upper reaches. Of these rivers, Brahmaputra makes a "U" turn in its course to flow into India. This "U" turn is due to: | Uplift of folded Himalayan series. | Syntaxial bending of geologically young Himalayas. | Geo-Tectonic disturbance in the tertiary folded mountain chains. | Uplift of folded Himalayan series. | b | Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Brahmaputra, Irrawady and Mekong rivers originate in Tibet and flow through narrow and parallel mountain ranges in their upper reaches. Of these rivers, Brahmaputra makes a "U" turn in its course to flow into India. This "U" turn is due to:##Option_A: Uplift of folded Hi... | |
Why is the offering of “teaser loans” by commercial banks a cause of economic concern? 1. The teaser loans are considered to be an aspect of sub-prime lending and banks may be exposed to the risk of defaulters in future. 2. In India, the teaser loans are mostly given to inexperienced entrepreneurs to set up manufacturi... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | a | Need of banks, Function, Commercial Bank | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Why is the offering of “teaser loans” by commercial banks a cause of economic concern? 1. The teaser loans are considered to be an aspect of sub-prime lending and banks may be exposed to the risk of defaulters in future. 2. In India, the teaser loans are mostly given to inex... |
In the context of Indian economy, consider the following statements: 1. The growth rate of GDP has steadily increased in the last five years. 2. The growth rate in per capita income has steadily increased in the last five years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | d | GDP, GNP, Market Price and Factor Cost, NNP, NDP, transfer payments, National income at FC, Personal Income, disposable income, factors affecting national income, net foreign facto income | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the context of Indian economy, consider the following statements: 1. The growth rate of GDP has steadily increased in the last five years. 2. The growth rate in per capita income has steadily increased in the last five years. Which of the statements given above is/are co... |
In India, which of the following have the highest share in the disbursement of credit to agriculture and allied activities? | Commercial Banks | Cooperative Banks | Regional Rural Banks | Commercial Banks | This required just the basic knowledge of what is inclusive growth | a | Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In India, which of the following have the highest share in the disbursement of credit to agriculture and allied activities?##Option_A: Commercial Banks ###Option_B: Cooperative Banks##Option_C: Regional Rural Banks ##Option_D: Commercial Banks ... |
Which of the following can aid in furthering the Government’s objective of inclusive growth? 1. Promoting Self-Help Groups. 2. Promoting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. 3. Implementing the Right to Education Act. Select the correct answer using the codes given below : | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | d | Initiatives taken by Govt | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following can aid in furthering the Government’s objective of inclusive growth? 1. Promoting Self-Help Groups. 2. Promoting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. 3. Implementing the Right to Education Act. Select the correct answer using the codes given below :#... |
Why is the Government of India disinvesting its equity in the Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs)? The Government intends to use the revenue earned from the disinvestment mainly to pay back the external debt. The Government no longer intends to retain the management control of the CPSEs. Which of the statements g... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | d | Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Why is the Government of India disinvesting its equity in the Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs)? The Government intends to use the revenue earned from the disinvestment mainly to pay back the external debt. The Government no longer intends to retain the management co... |
Economic growth is usually coupled with: | Deflation | Inflation | Stagflation | Deflation | nan | b | GDP, GNP, Market Price and Factor Cost, NNP, NDP, transfer payments, National income at FC, Personal Income, disposable income, factors affecting national income, net foreign facto income | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Economic growth is usually coupled with:##Option_A: Deflation###Option_B: Inflation##Option_C: Stagflation##Option_D: Deflation##Answer:b##Explaination:nan##Topic:GDP, GNP, Market Price and Factor Cost, NNP, NDP, transfer payments, National income at FC, Personal Income, dis... |
In Economics, what does the term Usual Principal Status indicate? | Comparison of GDP of two different nations | Employment status of a worker | Principal amount invested by a person in the bank on a particular interest | Comparison of GDP of two different nations | Usual Principal Status (UPS) is used to indicate the employment status. In UPS, the reference period is a year to describe the activity status of a worker. A person is known to be employed if he or she was engaged in an economic activity for a longer period of time in 365 days. Similarly a person is said to be unemplo... | b | Unemployment: Types of Unemployment: Structural, Seasonal, Frictional, Cyclical, Nature of Unemployment in India | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In Economics, what does the term Usual Principal Status indicate?##Option_A: Comparison of GDP of two different nations###Option_B: Employment status of a worker##Option_C: Principal amount invested by a person in the bank on a particular interest##Option_D: Comparison of GD... |
भू-राजस्व के महालवाड़ी बंदोबस्त के संदर्भ में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिये -
ब्रिटिश भारत के भू-राजस्व नीतियों के तहत, महालवाड़ी व्यवस्था के अंतर्गत स्थायी बंदोबस्त से ज्यादा भूभाग शामिल था|
महालवाड़ी बंदोबस्त में भूमि पर किसानों का मालिकाना हक़ बना रहा तथा महालदारों के पास किसानों को उनके उनके जमीन से बेदखल करन... | केवल 1 | केवल 2 | 1 तथा 2 दोनों | केवल 1 | nan | a | GS_History_unclassified | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:भू-राजस्व के महालवाड़ी बंदोबस्त के संदर्भ में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिये -
ब्रिटिश भारत के भू-राजस्व नीतियों के तहत, महालवाड़ी व्यवस्था के अंतर्गत स्थायी बंदोबस्त से ज्यादा भूभाग शामिल था|
महालवाड़ी बंदोबस्त में भूमि पर किसानों का मालिकाना हक़ बना रहा तथा महालदारों ... |
The lowering of Bank Rate by the Reserve Bank of India leads to | More liquidity in the market | Less liquidity in the market | No change in the liquidity in the market | More liquidity in the market | nan | a | Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.) | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The lowering of Bank Rate by the Reserve Bank of India leads to ##Option_A: More liquidity in the market###Option_B: Less liquidity in the market ##Option_C: No change in the liquidity in the market##Option_D: More liquidity in the market##Answer:a##Explaination:nan##Topic:C... |
India has experienced persistent and high food inflation in the recent past. What could be the reasons? 1. Due to a gradual switchover to the cultivation of commercial crops, the area under the cultivation of food grains has steadily decreased in the last five years by about 30%. 2. As a consequence of increasing incom... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | nan | b | Inflation: Definition, Inflationary Gap and Inflationary Process, Inflation Cycles: Demand Pull Inflation, Cost Push Inflation, Causes of Inflation, Inflation Control measures | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:India has experienced persistent and high food inflation in the recent past. What could be the reasons? 1. Due to a gradual switchover to the cultivation of commercial crops, the area under the cultivation of food grains has steadily decreased in the last five years by about... |
In terms of economy, the visit by foreign nationals to witness the XIX common Wealth Games in India amounted to | Export | Import | Production | Export | nan | a | GDP, GNP, Market Price and Factor Cost, NNP, NDP, transfer payments, National income at FC, Personal Income, disposable income, factors affecting national income, net foreign facto income | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In terms of economy, the visit by foreign nationals to witness the XIX common Wealth Games in India amounted to##Option_A: Export###Option_B: Import ##Option_C: Production##Option_D: Export##Answer:a##Explaination:nan##Topic:GDP, GNP, Market Price and Factor Cost, NNP, NDP, ... |
Which of the following countries are not the members of Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)? India Pakistan Israel China Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, also referred to as the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), obligates the five acknowledged nuclear-weapon states (the United States, Russian Federation, United Kingdom, France, and China) not to transfer nuclear weapons, other nuclear explosive devices, or th... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following countries are not the members of Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)? India Pakistan Israel China Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1, 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and... |
Which one of the following statements appropriately describes the "fiscal stimulus"? | It is a massive investment by the Government in manufacturing sector to ensure the supply of goods to meet the demand surge caused by rapid economic growth. | It is an intense affirmative action of the Government to boost economic activity in the country. | It is Government"s intensive action on financial institutions to ensure disbursement of loans to agriculture and allied sectors to promote greater food production and contain food inflation. | It is a massive investment by the Government in manufacturing sector to ensure the supply of goods to meet the demand surge caused by rapid economic growth. | nan | b | Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following statements appropriately describes the "fiscal stimulus"?##Option_A: It is a massive investment by the Government in manufacturing sector to ensure the supply of goods to meet the demand surge caused by rapid economic growth.###Option_B: It is an i... |
Consider the following actions which the government can take: 1. Devaluing the domestic currency. 2. Reduction in the export subsidy. 3. Adopting suitable policies which attract greater FDI and more funds from FIIs. Which of the above action/actions can help in reducing the current account deficit? | 1 and 2 | 2 and 3 | 3 only | 1 and 2 | nan | 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:Consider the following actions which the government can take: 1. Devaluing the domestic currency. 2. Reduction in the export subsidy. 3. Adopting suitable policies which attract greater FDI and more funds from FIIs. Which of the above action/actions can help in reducing the ... |
A rapid increase in the rate of inflation is sometimes attributed to the "base effect". What is "base effect"? | It is the impact of drastic deficiency in supply due to failure of crops. | It is the impact of the surge in demand due to rapid economic growth. | It is the impact of the price levels of previous year on the calculation of inflation rate. | It is the impact of drastic deficiency in supply due to failure of crops. | nan | c | Inflation: Definition, Inflationary Gap and Inflationary Process, Inflation Cycles: Demand Pull Inflation, Cost Push Inflation, Causes of Inflation, Inflation Control measures | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A rapid increase in the rate of inflation is sometimes attributed to the "base effect". What is "base effect"?##Option_A: It is the impact of drastic deficiency in supply due to failure of crops.###Option_B: It is the impact of the surge in demand due to rapid economic growt... |
India is regarded as a country with “Demographic Dividend”. This is due to | Its high population in the age group below 15 years | Its high population in the group of 15-64 years | Its high population in the age group above 65 years | Its high population in the age group below 15 years | nan | b | Human Development, HDI, MDGs, SDGs | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:India is regarded as a country with “Demographic Dividend”. This is due to##Option_A: Its high population in the age group below 15 years ###Option_B: Its high population in the group of 15-64 years ##Option_C: Its high population in the age group above 65 years ##Option_D: ... |
With what purpose is the Government of India promoting the concept of “Mega Food Parks”? 1. To provide good infrastructure facilities for the food processing industry. 2. To increase the processing of perishable items and reduce wastage. 3. To provide emerging and eco-friendly food processing technologies to entreprene... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | b | Industrial Policies, Licensing, MSME, Labour Reforms, Companies Act, Make in India, Skill India, Challenges in Industrial development, Organised and unorganised sector, PPP, Investment models, Recent initiatives taken by the govt., etc | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With what purpose is the Government of India promoting the concept of “Mega Food Parks”? 1. To provide good infrastructure facilities for the food processing industry. 2. To increase the processing of perishable items and reduce wastage. 3. To provide emerging and eco-friend... |
Microfinance is the provision of financial services to people of low-income goups. This includes both the consumers and the self-employed. The service/services rendered under micro-finance is/are: 1. Credit facilities 2. Savings facilities 3. Insurance facilities 4. Fund Transfer facilities Select the correct answer ... | 1 only | 1 and 4 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | d | Misc Economic Issues | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Microfinance is the provision of financial services to people of low-income goups. This includes both the consumers and the self-employed. The service/services rendered under micro-finance is/are: 1. Credit facilities 2. Savings facilities 3. Insurance facilities 4. Fund Tr... |
Regarding the International Monetary Fund, which one of the following statements is correct? | It can grant loans to any country | It can grant loans to only developed countries | It grants loans to only member countries | It can grant loans to any country | frequently used term even in news | c | International Trade and Bodies: IMF: Purpose and Objectives, Organization and Functions, Working and Evaluation, IMF and Underdeveloped Countries, SDR's, Reforms etc., World Bank, Bilateral and Regional Cooperation | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Regarding the International Monetary Fund, which one of the following statements is correct?##Option_A: It can grant loans to any country ###Option_B: It can grant loans to only developed countries##Option_C: It grants loans to only member countries ##Option_D: It can grant ... |
Which one of the following is not a feature of "Value Added Tax"? | It is a multi-point destination-based system of taxation . | It is a tax levied on value addition at each stage of transaction in the production-distribution chain. | It is a tax on the final consumption of goods or services and must ultimately be borne by the consumer. | It is a multi-point destination-based system of taxation . | nan | d | Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following is not a feature of "Value Added Tax"?##Option_A: It is a multi-point destination-based system of taxation .###Option_B: It is a tax levied on value addition at each stage of transaction in the production-distribution chain.##Option_C: It is a tax ... |
A “closed economy” is an economy in which | the money supply is fully controlled | deficit financing takes place | only exports take place | the money supply is fully controlled | nan | d | Government policies etc. Five year Plans: Priorities and Performance, Issues related to planning | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A “closed economy” is an economy in which##Option_A: the money supply is fully controlled ###Option_B: deficit financing takes place##Option_C: only exports take place##Option_D: the money supply is fully controlled ##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:Government policies etc... |
Both Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) are related to investment in a country. Which one of the following statements best represents an important difference between the two? | FII helps bring better management skills and technology, while FDI only brings in capital. | FII helps in increasing capital availability in general, while FDI only targets specific sectors. | FDI flows only into the secondary market, while FII targets primary market. | FII helps bring better management skills and technology, while FDI only brings in capital. | b | Industrial Policies, Licensing, MSME, Labour Reforms, Companies Act, Make in India, Skill India, Challenges in Industrial development, Organised and unorganised sector, PPP, Investment models, Recent initiatives taken by the govt., etc | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Both Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) are related to investment in a country. Which one of the following statements best represents an important difference between the two? ##Option_A: FII helps bring better management skills and tech... | |
With reference to “Look East Policy” of India, consider the following statements: 1. India wants to establish itself as an important regional player in the East Asian affairs. 2. India wants to plug the vacuum created by the termination of Cold War. 3. India wants to restore the historical and cultural ties with its ne... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 only | nan | b | GS_IR_unclassified | Electrical Engineering | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to “Look East Policy” of India, consider the following statements: 1. India wants to establish itself as an important regional player in the East Asian affairs. 2. India wants to plug the vacuum created by the termination of Cold War. 3. India wants to restore... |
An artificial satellite orbiting around the Earth does not fall down. This is so because the attraction of Earth | does not exist at such distance | is neutralized by the attraction of the moon | provides the necessary speed for its steady motion | does not exist at such distance | An artificial satellite orbiting around the earth does not fall down. This is so because the attraction of earth provides the necessary acceleration for its motion. This acceleration is “constant” in magnitude but “changing in direction”. By the launch rocket, immediately before the satellite is established in the pre... | d | GS_Basic_Sciences_Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:An artificial satellite orbiting around the Earth does not fall down. This is so because the attraction of Earth##Option_A: does not exist at such distance ###Option_B: is neutralized by the attraction of the moon##Option_C: provides the necessary speed for its steady motion... |
Which is the difference between asteroids and comets? 1. Asteroids are small rocky planetoids, while comets are formed of frozen gases held together by rocky and metallic material. 2. Asteroids are found mostly between the orbits of Jupiter and Mars, while comets are found mostly between Venus and Mercury. 3. Comets sh... | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Difference between asteroids and comets lies mainly in their composition. Both were formed during the early phase of the solar system. Asteroids consist mainly of rocky and metallic material, while comets comprise if ice, frozen gases, dust and rocky and metallic material. Asteroids are found nearer to the Sun while c... | b | Origin and evolution of Universe, Solar system, Geological History of the Earth, Geological Time scale | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which is the difference between asteroids and comets? 1. Asteroids are small rocky planetoids, while comets are formed of frozen gases held together by rocky and metallic material. 2. Asteroids are found mostly between the orbits of Jupiter and Mars, while comets are found m... |
La Nina is suspected to have caused recent floods in Australia. How is La Nina different from El Nino? 1. La Nina is characterised by unusually cold ocean temperature in equatorial Indian Ocean whereas El Nino is characterised by unusually warm ocean temperature in the equatorial Pacific Ocean. 2. El Nino has adverse e... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | d | Winds Planetary, Seasonal and Local; Jet Streams | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:La Nina is suspected to have caused recent floods in Australia. How is La Nina different from El Nino? 1. La Nina is characterised by unusually cold ocean temperature in equatorial Indian Ocean whereas El Nino is characterised by unusually warm ocean temperature in the equat... |
The Jain philosophy holds that the world is created and maintained by. | Universal Law | Universal Truth | Universal Faith | Universal Law | nan | a | Religious | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Jain philosophy holds that the world is created and maintained by.##Option_A: Universal Law###Option_B: Universal Truth##Option_C: Universal Faith ##Option_D: Universal Law##Answer:a##Explaination:nan##Topic:Religious##Subject:Geography##Answer:a |
The tendency for increased litigation was visible after the introduction of the land settlement system of Lord Cornwallis in 1793. The reason for this is normally traced to which of the following provisions? | Making Zamindar’s position stronger vis-à-vis the ryot. | Making East India Company an overlord of Zamindars. | Making judicial system more efficieant. | Making Zamindar’s position stronger vis-à-vis the ryot. | nan | c | Works of British Governor Generals | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The tendency for increased litigation was visible after the introduction of the land settlement system of Lord Cornwallis in 1793. The reason for this is normally traced to which of the following provisions?##Option_A:Making Zamindar’s position stronger vis-à-vis the ryot.##... |
Which one of the following observations is not true about the Quit India Movement of 1942? | It was a non-violent movement | It was led by Mahatma Gandhi | It was a spontaneous movement | It was a non-violent movement | nan | b | The Quit India Movement, I942 | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following observations is not true about the Quit India Movement of 1942?##Option_A:It was a non-violent movement###Option_B:It was led by Mahatma Gandhi##Option_C:It was a spontaneous movement ##Option_D:It was a non-violent movement##Answer:b##Explainati... |
Which amongst the following provided a common factor for tribal insurrection in India in the 19th century? | Introduction of a new system of land revenue and taxation of tribal products. | Influence of foreign religious missionaries in tribal areas. | Rise of a large number of money lenders, traders and revenue farmers as middlemen in tribal areas. | Introduction of a new system of land revenue and taxation of tribal products. | nan | d | Tribal Movements | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which amongst the following provided a common factor for tribal insurrection in India in the 19th century?##Option_A:Introduction of a new system of land revenue and taxation of tribal products.###Option_B:Influence of foreign religious missionaries in tribal areas.##Option_... |
India maintained its early cultural contacts and trade links with Southeast Asia across the Bay of Bengal. For this pre-eminence of early maritime history of Bay of Bengal, which of the following could be the most convincing explanation /explanations? | As compared to other countries, India had a better ship-building technology in ancient and medieval times. | The rulers of southern India always patronized traders, Brahmin priests and Buddhist monks in this context. | Monsoon winds across the Bay of Bengal facilitated sea voyages. | As compared to other countries, India had a better ship-building technology in ancient and medieval times. | nan | c | Others | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:India maintained its early cultural contacts and trade links with Southeast Asia across the Bay of Bengal. For this pre-eminence of early maritime history of Bay of Bengal, which of the following could be the most convincing explanation /explanations?##Option_A:As compared t... |
With reference to the period of colonial rule in India, “Home Charges” formed an important part of drain of wealth from India. Which of the following funds constituted “Home Charges”? 1. Funds used to support the India Office in London. 2. Funds used to pay salaries and pensions of British personnel engaged in India. 3... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | b | Economic policies and their impact, Education Policies | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the period of colonial rule in India, “Home Charges” formed an important part of drain of wealth from India. Which of the following funds constituted “Home Charges”? 1. Funds used to support the India Office in London. 2. Funds used to pay salaries and pens... |
What was the reason for Mahatma Gandhi to organize a satyagraha on behalf of the peasants of Kheda? 1. The Administration did not suspend the land revenue collection in spite of a drought. 2. The Administration proposed to introduce Permanent Settlement in Gujarat. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | a | The Beginning of the Gandhian Era | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What was the reason for Mahatma Gandhi to organize a satyagraha on behalf of the peasants of Kheda? 1. The Administration did not suspend the land revenue collection in spite of a drought. 2. The Administration proposed to introduce Permanent Settlement in Gujarat. Which of... |
Regarding the Indus Valley Civilization, consider the following statements: 1. It was predominantly a secular civilization and the religious element, though present, did not dominate the scene. 2. During this period, cotton was used for manufacturing textiles in India. Which of the statements given above is/are corr... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | c | Harappan / Indus Valley Civilization | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Regarding the Indus Valley Civilization, consider the following statements: 1. It was predominantly a secular civilization and the religious element, though present, did not dominate the scene. 2. During this period, cotton was used for manufacturing textiles in India. Wh... |
What was the purpose with which Sir William Wedderburn and W.S. Caine had set up the Indian Parliamentary Committee in 1893? | To agitate for Indian political reforms in the House of Commons | To campaign for the entry of Indians into the Imperial Judiciary | To facilitate a discussion on India’s Independence in the British Parliament | To agitate for Indian political reforms in the House of Commons | nan | a | Other Dimensions of freedom struggle | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What was the purpose with which Sir William Wedderburn and W.S. Caine had set up the Indian Parliamentary Committee in 1893?##Option_A: To agitate for Indian political reforms in the House of Commons###Option_B: To campaign for the entry of Indians into the Imperial Judiciar... |
With reference to Indian freedom struggle, Usha Mehta is well-known for | Running the secret Congress Radio in the wake of Quit India Movement. | Participating in the second round Table Conference. | Leading a contingent of Indian National Army. | Running the secret Congress Radio in the wake of Quit India Movement. | nan | a | The Quit India Movement, I942 | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Indian freedom struggle, Usha Mehta is well-known for##Option_A: Running the secret Congress Radio in the wake of Quit India Movement.###Option_B: Participating in the second round Table Conference.##Option_C: Leading a contingent of Indian National Army.##... |
With reference to the period of Indian freedom struggle, which of the following was/were recommended by the Nehru report? Complete Independence for India. Joint electorates for reservation of seats for minorities. Provision of fundamental right for the people of India in the constitution. Select the correct answer usin... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | b | Nehru Report, 1928 | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the period of Indian freedom struggle, which of the following was/were recommended by the Nehru report? Complete Independence for India. Joint electorates for reservation of seats for minorities. Provision of fundamental right for the people of India in the... |
Salinization occurs when the irrigation water accumulated in the soil evaporates, leaving behind salts and minerals. What are the effects of salinization on the irrigated land? | It greatly increases the crop production. | It makes some soils impermeable. | It raises the water table. | It greatly increases the crop production. | Often used in Newspapers | b | Problems of Soil and Conservation | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Salinization occurs when the irrigation water accumulated in the soil evaporates, leaving behind salts and minerals. What are the effects of salinization on the irrigated land?##Option_A: It greatly increases the crop production.###Option_B: It makes some soils impermeable.#... |
Consider the following: 1. Right to education. 2. Right to equal access to public service. 3. Right to food. Which of the above is/are Human Right/Human Rights under “Universal Declaration of Human Rights”? | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | 1 only | nan | d | Rights Issues etc. | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following: 1. Right to education. 2. Right to equal access to public service. 3. Right to food. Which of the above is/are Human Right/Human Rights under “Universal Declaration of Human Rights”?##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##O... |
The “dharma” and “rita” depict a central idea of ancient Vedic civilization of India. In this context, consider the following statements: 1. Dharma was a conception of obligations and of the discharge of one’s duties to oneself and to others. 2. Rita was the fundamental moral law governing the functioning of the univer... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | c | GS_current_unclassified | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The “dharma” and “rita” depict a central idea of ancient Vedic civilization of India. In this context, consider the following statements: 1. Dharma was a conception of obligations and of the discharge of one’s duties to oneself and to others. 2. Rita was the fundamental mora... |
In the Union Budget 2011-12, a full exemption from the basic customs duty was extended to the bio-based asphalt (bioashphalt). What is the importance of this material? 1. Unlike traditional asphalt, bio-asphalt is not based on fossil fuels. 2. Bioasphalt can be made from non-renewable resources. 3. Bioasphalt can be ma... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | nan | b | GS_current_unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the Union Budget 2011-12, a full exemption from the basic customs duty was extended to the bio-based asphalt (bioashphalt). What is the importance of this material? 1. Unlike traditional asphalt, bio-asphalt is not based on fossil fuels. 2. Bioasphalt can be made from non... |
In the context of global oil prices, “Brent crude oil” is frequently referred to in the news. What does this term imply? 1. It is a major classification of crude oil. 2. Its is sourced from North Sea. 3. It does not contain sulphur. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 2 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 only | Heavy water reactors were in news | b | Misc Economic Issues | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the context of global oil prices, “Brent crude oil” is frequently referred to in the news. What does this term imply? 1. It is a major classification of crude oil. 2. Its is sourced from North Sea. 3. It does not contain sulphur. Which of the statements given above is/ar... |
Mahatma Gandhi said that some of his deepest convictions were reflected in a book titled, “Unto this Last” and the book transformed his life. What was the message from the book that transformed Mahatma Gandhi? | Uplifting the oppressed and poor is the moral responsibility of an educated man | The good of individual is contained in the good of all | The life of celibacy and spiritual pursuit are essential for a noble life | Uplifting the oppressed and poor is the moral responsibility of an educated man | nan | b | Prsonality Based Questions | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Mahatma Gandhi said that some of his deepest convictions were reflected in a book titled, “Unto this Last” and the book transformed his life. What was the message from the book that transformed Mahatma Gandhi?##Option_A: Uplifting the oppressed and poor is the moral responsi... |
What is the difference between Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices? | Bluetooth uses 2.4 GHz radio frequency band, whereas Wi-Fi can use 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz frequency band. | Bluetooth is used for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) only, whereas Wi-Fi is used for Wireless Wide Area Networks (WWAN) only | When information is transmitted between two devices using Bluetooth technology, the devices have to be in the line of sight of each other, but when Wi-Fi technology is used the devices need not be in the line of sight of each other. | Bluetooth uses 2.4 GHz radio frequency band, whereas Wi-Fi can use 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz frequency band. | Bluetooth and Wifi provide wireless communication and uses radio signals for doing so. The main difference between Bluetooth and Wifi is the purpose behind its designing. Bluetooth is essentially used to connect short-range devices for sharing data while Wifi provides high-speed internet access. Another difference betw... | a | Telecommunication | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What is the difference between Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices?##Option_A: Bluetooth uses 2.4 GHz radio frequency band, whereas Wi-Fi can use 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz frequency band.###Option_B: Bluetooth is used for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) only, whereas Wi-Fi is used for Wi... |
What is “Virtual Private Network”? | It is a private compute network of an organization where he remote users can transmit encrypted information through the server of the organization. | It is a computer network across a public internet that provides users access to their organization’s network while maintaining the security of the information transmitted. | It is a computer network in which users can access a shared pool of computing resources through a service provider. | It is a private compute network of an organization where he remote users can transmit encrypted information through the server of the organization. | nan | b | GS_Science and Technology Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What is “Virtual Private Network”? ##Option_A: It is a private compute network of an organization where he remote users can transmit encrypted information through the server of the organization. ###Option_B: It is a computer network across a public internet that provides u... |
Satellites used for telecommunication relay are kept in a geostationary orbit. A satellite is said to be in such an orbit when: 1. The orbit is geosynchronous. 2. The orbit is circular. 3. The orbit lies in the plane of the Earth’s equator. 4. The orbit is at an altitude of 22,236 km. Select the correct answer using t... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | nan | a | GS_Science and Technology Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Satellites used for telecommunication relay are kept in a geostationary orbit. A satellite is said to be in such an orbit when: 1. The orbit is geosynchronous. 2. The orbit is circular. 3. The orbit lies in the plane of the Earth’s equator. 4. The orbit is at an altitude of ... |
Microbial fuel cells are considered a source of sustainable energy. Why? 1. They use living organisms as catalysts to generate electricity from certain substrates. 2. They use a variety of inorganic materials as substrates. 3. They can be installed in waste water treatment plants to cleanse water and produce electricit... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | c | GS_Science and Technology Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Microbial fuel cells are considered a source of sustainable energy. Why? 1. They use living organisms as catalysts to generate electricity from certain substrates. 2. They use a variety of inorganic materials as substrates. 3. They can be installed in waste water treatment p... |
The function of heavy water in a nuclear reactor is to | Slow down the speed of neutrons | Increase the speed of neutrons | Cool down the reactor | Slow down the speed of neutrons | nan | a | GS_Science and Technology Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The function of heavy water in a nuclear reactor is to##Option_A: Slow down the speed of neutrons ###Option_B: Increase the speed of neutrons ##Option_C: Cool down the reactor##Option_D: Slow down the speed of neutrons ##Answer:a##Explaination:nan##Topic:GS_Science and Techn... |
A company marketing food products advertises that its items do not contain trans-fats. What does this campaign signify to the customers? 1. The food products are not made out of hydrogenated oils. 2. The food products are not made out of animal fats/oils. 3. The oils used are not likely to damage the cardiovascular hea... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | c | GS_Science and Technology Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A company marketing food products advertises that its items do not contain trans-fats. What does this campaign signify to the customers? 1. The food products are not made out of hydrogenated oils. 2. The food products are not made out of animal fats/oils. 3. The oils used ar... |
What is the difference between a CFL and an LED lamp? 1. To produce light, a CFL uses mercury vapour and phosphor while an LED lamp uses semi-conductor material. 2. The average life span of a CFL is much longer than that of an LED lamp. 3. A CFL is less energy-efficient as compared to an LED lamp. Which of the stateme... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | c | GS_Science and Technology Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What is the difference between a CFL and an LED lamp? 1. To produce light, a CFL uses mercury vapour and phosphor while an LED lamp uses semi-conductor material. 2. The average life span of a CFL is much longer than that of an LED lamp. 3. A CFL is less energy-efficient as c... |
Recently, “oilzapper” was in the news. What is it? | It is an eco-friendly technology for the remediation of oily sludge and oil spills. | It is the latest technology developed for under-sea oil exploration. | It is a genetically engineered high biofuel-yielding maize variety. | It is an eco-friendly technology for the remediation of oily sludge and oil spills. | nan | a | GS_Science and Technology Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Recently, “oilzapper” was in the news. What is it? ##Option_A: It is an eco-friendly technology for the remediation of oily sludge and oil spills. ###Option_B: It is the latest technology developed for under-sea oil exploration. ##Option_C: It is a genetically engineered hi... |
A new optical disc format know as the Blu-ray Disc (BD) is becoming popular. In What way is it different form the traditional DVD? 1. DVD supports standard Definition video while BD supports High definition Video. 2. Compared to a DVD, the BD format has several times more storage capacity. 3. Thickness of BD is 2.4 mm ... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | nan | b | GS_Science and Technology Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A new optical disc format know as the Blu-ray Disc (BD) is becoming popular. In What way is it different form the traditional DVD? 1. DVD supports standard Definition video while BD supports High definition Video. 2. Compared to a DVD, the BD format has several times more st... |
A layer in the Earth’s atmosphere called Ionosphere facilitates radio communication. Why? 1. The presence of ozone causes the reflection of radio waves to Earth. 2. Radio waves have a very long wavelength. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | d | GS_Science and Technology Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A layer in the Earth’s atmosphere called Ionosphere facilitates radio communication. Why? 1. The presence of ozone causes the reflection of radio waves to Earth. 2. Radio waves have a very long wavelength. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 onl... |
A genetically engineered form of brinjal, known as the Bt-brinjal, has been developed. The objective of this is | To make it pest-resistant | To improve its taste and nutritive qualities | To make it drought-resistant | To make it pest-resistant | nan | a | GS_Science and Technology Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A genetically engineered form of brinjal, known as the Bt-brinjal, has been developed. The objective of this is ##Option_A: To make it pest-resistant ###Option_B: To improve its taste and nutritive qualities ##Option_C: To make it drought-resistant ##Option_D: To make it p... |
Recently, the USA decided to support India’s membership in multi-lateral export control regimes called the “Australia Group” and the “Wassenaar Arrangement”. What is the difference between them? 1. The Australia Group is an informal arrangement which aim to allow exporting countries to minimize the risk of assisting ch... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | d | GS_IR_unclassified | Electrical Engineering | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Recently, the USA decided to support India’s membership in multi-lateral export control regimes called the “Australia Group” and the “Wassenaar Arrangement”. What is the difference between them? 1. The Australia Group is an informal arrangement which aim to allow exporting c... |
Southeast Asia has captivated the attention of global community over space and time as a geostrategically significant region. Which among the following is the most convincing explanation for this global perspective? | It was the hot theatre during the Second World War. | Its location between the Asian power of China and India. | It was the arena of superpower confrontation during the Cold War period. | It was the hot theatre during the Second World War. | nan | d | GS_IR_unclassified | Electrical Engineering | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Southeast Asia has captivated the attention of global community over space and time as a geostrategically significant region. Which among the following is the most convincing explanation for this global perspective? ##Option_A: It was the hot theatre during the Second World... |
The “New START” treaty was in the news. What is this treaty? | It is a bilateral strategic nuclear arms reduction treaty between the USA and the Russian Federation. | It is multilateral energy security cooperation treaty among the members of the East Asia Summit. | It is a treaty between the Russian Federation and the European Union for the energy security cooperation. | It is a bilateral strategic nuclear arms reduction treaty between the USA and the Russian Federation. | nan | a | GS_IR_unclassified | Electrical Engineering | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The “New START” treaty was in the news. What is this treaty? ##Option_A: It is a bilateral strategic nuclear arms reduction treaty between the USA and the Russian Federation. ###Option_B: It is multilateral energy security cooperation treaty among the members of the East As... |
The “Instrument of Instructions" contained in the Government of India Act 1935 have been incorporated in the Constitution of India in the year 1950 as | Fundamental Rights. | Directive Principles of State Policy | Extent of executive power of State | Fundamental Rights. | It was said by several members in the Constituent Assembly that the directive principles are superfluous or mere guidelines or pious principles or instructions. They have no binding force on the State. In his speech Dr. Ambedkar answered. 'The directive principles are like instruments of instructions which were issued ... | b | Evolution & Making of the Constitution | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The “Instrument of Instructions" contained in the Government of India Act 1935 have been incorporated in the Constitution of India in the year 1950 as##Option_A: Fundamental Rights.###Option_B: Directive Principles of State Policy##Option_C: Extent of executive power of Stat... |
Which reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following: 1. Fundamental Rights 2. Fundamental Duties 3. Directive Principles of State Policy Which of the above provisions of the constitution of India is/are fulfilled by the National Social Assistance Programme launched by the Government of India ? | 1 only | 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | The National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) which came into effect from 15th August, 1995 represents a significant step towards the fulfillment of the Directive Principles in Article 41 of the Constitution. The programme introduced a National Policy for Social Assistance for the poor and aims at ensuring minimum na... | b | Directive Principles | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following: 1. Fundamental Rights 2. Fundamental Duties 3. Directive Principles of State Policy Which of the above provisions of the constitution of India is/are fulfilled by the National Social Assistance Programme l... |
Who of the following shall cause every recommendation made by the Finance Commission to be laid before each House of Parliament ? | The President of India | The Speaker of Lok Sabha | The Prime Minister of India | The President of India | Article 281 {Recommendations of the Finance Commission}: The President shall cause every recommendations made by the Finance Commission under the provisions of this Constitution together with an explanatory memorandum as to the action taken thereon to be laid before each House of Parliament. | a | Finance Commission | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who of the following shall cause every recommendation made by the Finance Commission to be laid before each House of Parliament ?##Option_A: The President of India###Option_B: The Speaker of Lok Sabha##Option_C: The Prime Minister of India##Option_D: The President of India##... |
With reference to Lok Adalats, which of the following statements is correct ? | Lok Adalats have the jurisdiction to settle the matters at pre-litigative stage and not those matter pending before any court | Lok Adalats can deal with matters which are civil and not criminal in nature | Every Lok Adalat consists of either serving or retired judicial officers only and not any other person | Lok Adalats have the jurisdiction to settle the matters at pre-litigative stage and not those matter pending before any court |
Lok Adalat has the jurisdiction to settle, by way of effecting compromise between the parties, any matter which may be pending before any court, as well as matters at pre-litigative stage i.e. disputes which have not yet been formally instituted in any Court of Law. Such matters may be civil or criminal in nature, bu... | d | District Courts, Gram Nyayalayas, NALSA etc | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Lok Adalats, which of the following statements is correct ?##Option_A: Lok Adalats have the jurisdiction to settle the matters at pre-litigative stage and not those matter pending before any court###Option_B: Lok Adalats can deal with matters which are civi... |
Consider the following statements: The Supreme Court of India tenders advice to the President of India on matters of law or fact 1. On its own initiative (on any matter of larger public interest). 2. If he seeks such an advice. 3. Only if the matters relate to the Fundamental Rights of the citizens. Which of the statem... | 1 only | 2 only | 3 only | 1 only | Article 143 of the Constitution of India: Power of President to consult Supreme Court 1) If at any time it appears to the President that a question of law or fact has arisen, or is likely to arise, which is of such a nature and of such public importance that it is expedient to obtain the opinion of the Supreme Court up... | b | Supreme Court | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The Supreme Court of India tenders advice to the President of India on matters of law or fact 1. On its own initiative (on any matter of larger public interest). 2. If he seeks such an advice. 3. Only if the matters relate to the Fundamenta... |
With reference to the National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy, 2007, consider the following statements: 1. This policy is applicable only to the persons affected by the acquisition of land for projects and not to the involuntary displacement due to any other reason. 2. This policy has been formulated by the Min... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only |
National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy of 2007 comes under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Rural Development. The objectives of the National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy are: to minimize displacement and to promote, 'as far as possible, non- displacing or least-displacing alternatives; to ensur... | d | Rural Development | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy, 2007, consider the following statements: 1. This policy is applicable only to the persons affected by the acquisition of land for projects and not to the involuntary displacement due to any other reason. ... |
Consider the following which can be found in the ambient atmospheres: 1. Soot 2. Sulphur hexafluoride 3. Water vapour Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
Soot is a black, powdery substance that consists mainly of carbon and is formed through the incomplete combustion of wood, coal, diesel oil, or other materials. Because it absorbs energy from sunlight rather than reflecting it, soot is believed to be a cause of global warming, especially when it settles on snow an... | d | The Atmosphere Structure, Composition | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following which can be found in the ambient atmospheres: 1. Soot 2. Sulphur hexafluoride 3. Water vapour Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only ###Option_B: 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 and 2 o... |
What causes wind to deflect toward left in the Southern hemisphere ? | Temperature | Magnetic field | Rotation of the earth | Temperature | The rotation of the Earth creates a force, termed Coriolis force, which acts upon wind and other objects in motion in very predictable ways. According to Newton's first law of motion, air will remain moving in straight line unless it is influenced by an unbalancing force. The consequence of Coriolis force opposing pres... | c | Motions and Inclinations of the Earth and their effects | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What causes wind to deflect toward left in the Southern hemisphere ?##Option_A: Temperature###Option_B: Magnetic field##Option_C: Rotation of the earth##Option_D: Temperature##Answer:c##Explaination:The rotation of the Earth creates a force, termed Coriolis force, which acts... |
Rivers that pass through Himachal Pradesh are ? | Beas and Chenab only | Beas and Ravi only | Chenab, Ravi and Satluj only | Beas and Chenab only |
Himachal Pradesh provides water to both the Indus and Ganges basins. The drainage systems of the region are the Chandra Bhaga or the Chenab, the Ravi, the Beas, the Satluj and the Yamuna. These rivers are perennial and are fed by snow and rainfall. They are protected by an extensive cover of natural vegetation. The B... | d | Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Rivers that pass through Himachal Pradesh are ?##Option_A: Beas and Chenab only###Option_B: Beas and Ravi only##Option_C: Chenab, Ravi and Satluj only##Option_D: Beas and Chenab only##Answer:d##Explaination:
Himachal Pradesh provides water to both the Indus and Ganges basin... |
With reference to the river Luni, which one of the following statements is correct ? | It flows into Gulf of Khambhat | It flows into Gulf of Kuchchh | It flows into Pakistan and merges with a tributary of Indus | It flows into Gulf of Khambhat | The Luni is a river of western Rajasthan state, India. It originates in the Pushkar valley of the Aravalli Range, near Ajmer and ends in the marshy lands of Rann of Kuth in Gujarat, after travelling a distance of 530 km. It is first known as Sagarmati, then after passing Govindgarh, it meets its tributary Sarsuti, whic... | d | Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the river Luni, which one of the following statements is correct ?##Option_A: It flows into Gulf of Khambhat###Option_B: It flows into Gulf of Kuchchh##Option_C: It flows into Pakistan and merges with a tributary of Indus##Option_D: It flows into Gulf of Kh... |
Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched ? Dam /Lake : River | Govind Sagar : Satluj | Kolleru Lake : Krishna | Ukai Reservoir : Tapi | Govind Sagar : Satluj | Gobind Sagar is a man-made reservoir situated in Bilaspur District, Himachal Pradesh. The reservoir on the river Sutlej, was formed after the hydel dam at Bhakra was constructed and has been named in honour of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh guru. Kolleru Lake is the largest freshwater lake in India. It is located in... | b | Water ResourcesAvailability and potential: Lakes, rivers, dams, power and irrigation projects, wetlands and inter-linking of rivers | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched ? Dam /Lake : River##Option_A: Govind Sagar : Satluj###Option_B: Kolleru Lake : Krishna##Option_C: Ukai Reservoir : Tapi##Option_D: Govind Sagar : Satluj##Answer:b##Explainati... |
With reference to the mineral resources of India, consider the following pairs: Mineral 90% Natural sources in 1. Copper ………………….. Jharkhand 2. Nickel ………………….... Orissa 3. Tungsten ……………….. Kerala which of the Pairs given above is/are correctly matched ? | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Copper: Bihar and Jharkhand (44%) and Rajasthan (20%) Nickel: Most of nickel reserves of India (92%) are found in Cuttack, Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj district of Orissa. Tungsten: Produced in Degana mine in Rajasthan. | b | Mineral Resourcesclassification and distribution | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the mineral resources of India, consider the following pairs: Mineral 90% Natural sources in 1. Copper ………………….. Jharkhand 2. Nickel ………………….... Orissa 3. Tungsten ……………….. Kerala which of the Pairs given above is/are correctly match... |
Tamil Nadu is a leading producer of mill-made cotton yarn in the country. What could be the reason ? 1. Black cotton soil is the predominant type of soil in the State. 2. Rich pool of skilled labour is available. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Red soil is the predominant type of soil in the State. Rich pool of skilled labour is the main reason for high production of mill-make cotton yarn. | b | Industriestypes and their locational factors | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Tamil Nadu is a leading producer of mill-made cotton yarn in the country. What could be the reason ? 1. Black cotton soil is the predominant type of soil in the State. 2. Rich pool of skilled labour is available. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Optio... |
If there were no Himalayan ranges, what would have been the most likely geographical impact on India ? Much of the country would experience the cold waves from Siberia. Indo-gangetic plain would be devoid of such extensive alluvial soils. The pattern of monsoon would be different from what it is at present. Which of th... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | The most significant gift from the Himalayas for the Indian subcontinent is its functioning as a climatic regulator. The Himalayan mountain ranges, working as a barrier are responsible for monsoon rains and unique climatic condition of six seasons of the subcontinent. The mountain ranges also protect the land lying in ... | d | Northern Mountains, Plains of India, Peninsular | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:If there were no Himalayan ranges, what would have been the most likely geographical impact on India ? Much of the country would experience the cold waves from Siberia. Indo-gangetic plain would be devoid of such extensive alluvial soils. The pattern of monsoon would be diff... |
The latitudes that pass through Sikkim also pass through | Rajasthan | Punjab | Himachal Pradesh | Rajasthan | Rajasthan: Latitude : 27o 00' N Longitude : 70o 00' E Sikkim: Latitude : 27.3 N Longitude : 88.3 E | a | Latitude and Longitude including important Parallels and Meridians/ Local and Standard Time | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The latitudes that pass through Sikkim also pass through ##Option_A: Rajasthan###Option_B: Punjab##Option_C: Himachal Pradesh##Option_D: Rajasthan##Answer:a##Explaination:Rajasthan: Latitude : 27o 00' N Longitude : 70o 00' E Sikkim: Latitude : 27.3 N Longitude : 88.3 E##Topi... |
Which one of the following reflects back more sunlight as compared to other three ? | Sand desert | Paddy crop land | Land covered with fresh snow | Sand desert | The albedo of an object is a measure of how strongly it reflects light from light sources such as the Sun. Snow have a very high albedo and can be as high as 0.9. Because trees tend to have a low albedo, removing forests would tend to increase albedo and thereby could produce localized climate cooling, dry sand have lo... | c | Others | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following reflects back more sunlight as compared to other three ?##Option_A: Sand desert###Option_B: Paddy crop land##Option_C: Land covered with fresh snow##Option_D: Sand desert##Answer:c##Explaination:The albedo of an object is a measure of how strongly ... |
A new type of El Nino called El Nino Modoki appeared in the news. In this context, consider the following statements: 1. Normal El Nino forms in the Central Pacific ocean whereas El Nino Modoki forms in Eastern Pacific ocean. 2. Normal El Nino results in diminished hurricanes in the Atlantic ocean but El Nino Modoki re... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | The traditional Nino, also called Eastern Pacific (EP) El Nino, involves temperature anomalies in the Eastern Pacific. However, in the last two decades non-traditional El Ninos were observed, in which the usual place of the temperature anomaly is not affected, but an anomaly arise in the central Pacific. The phenomenon... | b | Weather & Climate | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A new type of El Nino called El Nino Modoki appeared in the news. In this context, consider the following statements: 1. Normal El Nino forms in the Central Pacific ocean whereas El Nino Modoki forms in Eastern Pacific ocean. 2. Normal El Nino results in diminished hurricane... |
Which one of the following can one come across if one travels through the Strait of Malacca ? | Bali | Brunei | Java | Bali | The littoral states of the Straits of Malacca are, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. The straits, situated between the coastline of Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore to the East and the Indonesian island of Sumatra to the West extends 600 miles (900 km) from its widest point (about 350 km between Northern Sumatra and T... | d | Important physical features & regions of the world | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following can one come across if one travels through the Strait of Malacca ?##Option_A: Bali ###Option_B: Brunei##Option_C: Java ##Option_D: Bali ##Answer:d##Explaination:The littoral states of the Straits of Malacca are... |
A geographic region has the following distinct characteristics: 1. Warm and dry climate 2. Mild and wet winter 3. Evergreen oak trees The above features are the distinct characteristics of Which one of the following regions ? | Mediterranean | Eastern China | Central Asia | Mediterranean |
A Mediterranean climate is the climate typical of most of the lands in the Mediterranean Basin as part of subtropical climate. The climate is characterized warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Mediterranean climate zones are associated with the five large subtropical high pressure cells of the oceans, the ... | a | Weather & Climate | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A geographic region has the following distinct characteristics: 1. Warm and dry climate 2. Mild and wet winter 3. Evergreen oak trees The above features are the distinct characteristics of Which one of the following regions ?##Option_A: Mediterranean###Option_B: Eastern Chi... |
Which one of the following is the appropriate reason for considering the Gondwana rocks as most important of rock systems of India ? | More than 90% of limestone reserves of India are found in them | More than 90% of India’s coal reserves are found in them | More than 90% of fertile black cotton soils are spread over them | More than 90% of limestone reserves of India are found in them | Around 98% of coal reserves of India are found in Gondwana rock system. That's why they are considered as most important rock systems of India. They also have rich deposits of iron ore, copper, uranium and antinomy. | b | Mineral Resourcesclassification and distribution | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following is the appropriate reason for considering the Gondwana rocks as most important of rock systems of India ?##Option_A: More than 90% of limestone reserves of India are found in them###Option_B: More than 90% of India’s coal reserves are found in them... |
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