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Which one of the following statements is correct with reference to FEMA in India?
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The Foreign Exchange Regulating Act (FERA) was replaced by Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) in the year 2001
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FERA was given a sunset clause of one year till 31st May, 2002 to enable Enforcement Directorate to complete the investigation of pending issues
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Under FEMA, violation of foreign exchange rules has ceased to be a criminal offence
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The Foreign Exchange Regulating Act (FERA) was replaced by Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) in the year 2001
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The Foreign Exchange Regulating Act, 1773 was replaced by Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 which has come into force from June 1, 2000. Under FERA, any offence was a criminal offence liable to imprisonment whereas FEMA seeks to make offences relating to foreign exchange and civil offences.
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c
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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
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following statements is correct with reference to FEMA in India?##Option_A:The Foreign Exchange Regulating Act (FERA) was replaced by Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) in the year 2001###Option_B:FERA was given a sunset clause of one year till 31st May, 2002 to enable Enforcement Directorate to complete the investigation of pending issues##Option_C:Under FEMA, violation of foreign exchange rules has ceased to be a criminal offence##Option_D:The Foreign Exchange Regulating Act (FERA) was replaced by Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) in the year 2001##Answer:c##Explaination:
The Foreign Exchange Regulating Act, 1773 was replaced by Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 which has come into force from June 1, 2000. Under FERA, any offence was a criminal offence liable to imprisonment whereas FEMA seeks to make offences relating to foreign exchange and civil offences.
##Topic: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##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements: 1. India’s import of crude and petroleum products during the year 2001-02 accounted for about 27% of India’s total imports. 2. During the year 2001-02, India’s exports had increased by 10% as compared to the previous year. Which of these statements is/are correct ?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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During the year 2001-02, India’s exports increased by 3.7 percent by volume compared to the previous year.
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a
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Balance of Payments: Definition, Current and Capital Accounts, Convertibility, Items Included in BoP, BoP and BoT
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. India’s import of crude and petroleum products during the year 2001-02 accounted for about 27% of India’s total imports. 2. During the year 2001-02, India’s exports had increased by 10% as compared to the previous year. Which of these statements is/are correct ?##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:a##Explaination:During the year 2001-02, India’s exports increased by 3.7 percent by volume compared to the previous year.##Topic:Balance of Payments: Definition, Current and Capital Accounts, Convertibility, Items Included in BoP, BoP and BoT##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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Among the following cities, which one is at the highest altitude above mean sea level?
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Bangalore
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Delhi
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Jodhpur
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Bangalore
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Bangalore is located on the Bangalore plateau, whereas remaining cities (Jodhpur, Nagpur, Delhi) are located on the plains. So, Bangalore is at the highest altitude above man sea level.
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a
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Map based Questins from Indian Geography
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Among the following cities, which one is at the highest altitude above mean sea level?##Option_A: Bangalore ###Option_B: Delhi##Option_C: Jodhpur ##Option_D: Bangalore ##Answer:a##Explaination:Bangalore is located on the Bangalore plateau, whereas remaining cities (Jodhpur, Nagpur, Delhi) are located on the plains. So, Bangalore is at the highest altitude above man sea level.##Topic:Map based Questins from Indian Geography##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Assertion (A): Emperor Akbar marched towards Afghanistan in 1581 with a huge army. Reason (R): He was on his way to reclaim his ancestral country of Ferghana in Central Asia.
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
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A is true but R is false
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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Akbar marched towards Afghanistan in 1581 to create a safety valve to his empire, but not to reclaim his ancestral country of Ferghana in Central Asia.
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c
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Mughal Period
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): Emperor Akbar marched towards Afghanistan in 1581 with a huge army. Reason (R): He was on his way to reclaim his ancestral country of Ferghana in Central Asia.##Option_A: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A###Option_B: Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A##Option_C: A is true but R is false##Option_D: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A##Answer:c##Explaination:Akbar marched towards Afghanistan in 1581 to create a safety valve to his empire, but not to reclaim his ancestral country of Ferghana in Central Asia.##Topic:Mughal Period##Subject:Geography##Answer:c
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Alam Khan, one of those who invited Babur to invade India was?
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An uncle of Ibrahim Lodi and a pretender to the throne of Delhi
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A cousin of Ibrahim Lodi who was ill-treated and expelled from the country
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The father of Dilawar Khan to whom cruel treatment was meted out by Ibrahim Lodi
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An uncle of Ibrahim Lodi and a pretender to the throne of Delhi
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Alam Khan was an uncle of Ibrahim Lodi and a pretender to the throne of Delhi.
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a
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Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Alam Khan, one of those who invited Babur to invade India was?##Option_A: An uncle of Ibrahim Lodi and a pretender to the throne of Delhi###Option_B: A cousin of Ibrahim Lodi who was ill-treated and expelled from the country##Option_C: The father of Dilawar Khan to whom cruel treatment was meted out by Ibrahim Lodi##Option_D: An uncle of Ibrahim Lodi and a pretender to the throne of Delhi##Answer:a##Explaination:Alam Khan was an uncle of Ibrahim Lodi and a pretender to the throne of Delhi.##Topic:Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms##Subject:Geography##Answer:a
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The battle of Dharmat was fought between?
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Muhammad Ghori and Jai Chand
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Babur and Afghans
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Aurangzeb and Dara Shikoh
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Muhammad Ghori and Jai Chand
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Dara Shikoh was a brother of Aurangzeb and both fought against each other for Delhi’s throne with the support of Raja Jaswant Singh and Prince Murad respectively.
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c
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Mughal Period
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The battle of Dharmat was fought between?##Option_A: Muhammad Ghori and Jai Chand###Option_B: Babur and Afghans##Option_C: Aurangzeb and Dara Shikoh##Option_D: Muhammad Ghori and Jai Chand##Answer:c##Explaination:Dara Shikoh was a brother of Aurangzeb and both fought against each other for Delhi’s throne with the support of Raja Jaswant Singh and Prince Murad respectively.##Topic:Mughal Period##Subject:Geography##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements: 1. Kitab-i-Nauras, a collection of songs in praise of Hindu deities and Muslim saints, was written by Ibrahim Adil Shah II. 2. Amir Khusrau was the originator in India of the early form of the musical style known as Qawali. Which of these statements is/are correct ?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Ibrahim Adil Shah II wrote Kitab-i-Nauras. Amir Khusrau was the originator in India of the early form of musical style known as Qawali.
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c
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Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. Kitab-i-Nauras, a collection of songs in praise of Hindu deities and Muslim saints, was written by Ibrahim Adil Shah II. 2. Amir Khusrau was the originator in India of the early form of the musical style known as Qawali. Which of these statements is/are correct ?##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:c##Explaination:Ibrahim Adil Shah II wrote Kitab-i-Nauras. Amir Khusrau was the originator in India of the early form of musical style known as Qawali.##Topic:Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms##Subject:Geography##Answer:c
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How did Sultan Qutb-ud-din Aibak die?
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He was treacherously stabbed to death by one of his ambitious nobles
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He was killed in a battle with Taj-u-din Yildiz, the ruler of Ghazni who entered into a contest with him over the capture of Punjab
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He sustained injuries while besieging the fortress of Kalijar in Bundelkhand and succumbed to them later
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He was treacherously stabbed to death by one of his ambitious nobles
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Qutubuddin Aibak died after a fall from his horse while playing ‘Chaugan’.
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d
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Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:How did Sultan Qutb-ud-din Aibak die?##Option_A: He was treacherously stabbed to death by one of his ambitious nobles###Option_B: He was killed in a battle with Taj-u-din Yildiz, the ruler of Ghazni who entered into a contest with him over the capture of Punjab##Option_C: He sustained injuries while besieging the fortress of Kalijar in Bundelkhand and succumbed to them later##Option_D: He was treacherously stabbed to death by one of his ambitious nobles##Answer:d##Explaination:Qutubuddin Aibak died after a fall from his horse while playing ‘Chaugan’.##Topic:Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms##Subject:Geography##Answer:d
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Assertion (A): Marathas emerged as the strongest native power in India after the decline of Mughal empire. Reason (R): Marathas were the first to have a clear concept of a united Indian nation.
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
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A is true but R is false
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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Marathas rose on the spoils of Mughal decline. Aurangzeb’s religious policy coupled with growth of Maharashtradharma grew as a power enough to dominate the political scene. But their feudal division was not a true approach to United India concept.
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c
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Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): Marathas emerged as the strongest native power in India after the decline of Mughal empire. Reason (R): Marathas were the first to have a clear concept of a united Indian nation.##Option_A: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A###Option_B: Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A##Option_C: A is true but R is false##Option_D: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A##Answer:c##Explaination:Marathas rose on the spoils of Mughal decline. Aurangzeb’s religious policy coupled with growth of Maharashtradharma grew as a power enough to dominate the political scene. But their feudal division was not a true approach to United India concept.##Topic:Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
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How did the Mughal Emperor Jahandarshah’s reign come to an early end?
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He was deposed by his Wazir
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He died due to a slip while climbing down steps
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He was defeated by his nephew in a battle
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He was deposed by his Wazir
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Jahandar Shah was defeated and killed by his nephew Furrukhsiyar with the help of Sayyid brothers.
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c
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Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:How did the Mughal Emperor Jahandarshah’s reign come to an early end?##Option_A: He was deposed by his Wazir###Option_B: He died due to a slip while climbing down steps##Option_C: He was defeated by his nephew in a battle##Option_D: He was deposed by his Wazir##Answer:c##Explaination:Jahandar Shah was defeated and killed by his nephew Furrukhsiyar with the help of Sayyid brothers.##Topic:Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
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The leader of the Bardoli Satyagraha (1928) was
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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
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Mahatma Gandhi
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Vithalbhai J. Patel
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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
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Bardoli Satyagraha by the Kunbi-patidar and owning peasants and untouchables, supported by Vallabhbhai Patel, Mehta brothers (1928, Surat, Gujarat) against oppression by upper castes and hike in revenue by 22 percent by the Bombay Government. The title ‘Sardar’ was given by Bardoli women to Vallabhbhai Patel.
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a
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Peasants Movement
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The leader of the Bardoli Satyagraha (1928) was##Option_A: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel###Option_B: Mahatma Gandhi##Option_C: Vithalbhai J. Patel##Option_D: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel##Answer:a##Explaination:Bardoli Satyagraha by the Kunbi-patidar and owning peasants and untouchables, supported by Vallabhbhai Patel, Mehta brothers (1928, Surat, Gujarat) against oppression by upper castes and hike in revenue by 22 percent by the Bombay Government. The title ‘Sardar’ was given by Bardoli women to Vallabhbhai Patel.##Topic:Peasants Movement##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
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During the colonial period in India, what was the purpose of the Witley Commission?
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To review the fitness of India for further political reforms
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To report on existing conditions of labour and to make recommendations
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To draw up a plan for financial reforms for India
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To review the fitness of India for further political reforms
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To report on existing conditions of labour and to make recommendations.
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b
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Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Sessions, Governor –General Viceroys
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:During the colonial period in India, what was the purpose of the Witley Commission?##Option_A: To review the fitness of India for further political reforms###Option_B: To report on existing conditions of labour and to make recommendations##Option_C: To draw up a plan for financial reforms for India##Option_D: To review the fitness of India for further political reforms##Answer:b##Explaination:To report on existing conditions of labour and to make recommendations.##Topic:Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Sessions, Governor –General Viceroys##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Assertion (A): In 1916, Maulana Mohammad Ali and Abul Kalam Azad resigned from the Legislative Council. Reason (R): The Rowlatt Act was passed by the Government in spite of being opposed by all Indian members of the Legislative Council.
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
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A is true but R is false
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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During World War-I, Mohammad Ali was interned and Azad’s publication Al hilal was suppressed. They were not members of the Legislative Council.
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d
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The Lucknow Pact (1916)
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): In 1916, Maulana Mohammad Ali and Abul Kalam Azad resigned from the Legislative Council. Reason (R): The Rowlatt Act was passed by the Government in spite of being opposed by all Indian members of the Legislative Council.##Option_A: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A###Option_B: Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A##Option_C: A is true but R is false##Option_D: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A##Answer:d##Explaination:During World War-I, Mohammad Ali was interned and Azad’s publication Al hilal was suppressed. They were not members of the Legislative Council.##Topic:The Lucknow Pact (1916)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
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Assertion (A): Shah Alam II spent the initial years as an Emperor far away from his capital. Reason (R): There was always a lurking danger of foreign invasion from the north-west frontier.
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
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A is true but R is false
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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Shah Alam II spent the initial years as an Emperor away from his capital because of the fear of his wazir.
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c
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Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): Shah Alam II spent the initial years as an Emperor far away from his capital. Reason (R): There was always a lurking danger of foreign invasion from the north-west frontier.##Option_A: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A###Option_B: Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A##Option_C: A is true but R is false##Option_D: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A##Answer:c##Explaination:Shah Alam II spent the initial years as an Emperor away from his capital because of the fear of his wazir.##Topic:Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
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With reference to the entry of European powers into India, which one of the following statements is NOT correct?
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The Portuguese captured Goa in 1499
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The English opened their first factory in South India at Masulipatnam
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In Eastern India, the English Company opened its first factory in Orissa in 1633
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The Portuguese captured Goa in 1499
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The Portuguese captured Goa in 1510.
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a
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Struggle among European powers in India
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the entry of European powers into India, which one of the following statements is NOT correct?##Option_A: The Portuguese captured Goa in 1499###Option_B: The English opened their first factory in South India at Masulipatnam##Option_C: In Eastern India, the English Company opened its first factory in Orissa in 1633##Option_D: The Portuguese captured Goa in 1499##Answer:a##Explaination:The Portuguese captured Goa in 1510.##Topic:Struggle among European powers in India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
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With reference to Indian freedom struggle, which one of the following statements is NOT correct?
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The Rowlatt Act aroused a wave of popular indignation and led to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
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Subhash Chandra Bose formed the Forward Bloc
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Bhagat Singh was one of the founders of Hindustan Republican Socialist Association
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The Rowlatt Act aroused a wave of popular indignation and led to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
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Gandhi prevailed upon Karachi Session to approve this agreement of 1931.
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d
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The Civil Disobedience Movement
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Indian freedom struggle, which one of the following statements is NOT correct?##Option_A: The Rowlatt Act aroused a wave of popular indignation and led to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.###Option_B: Subhash Chandra Bose formed the Forward Bloc##Option_C: Bhagat Singh was one of the founders of Hindustan Republican Socialist Association##Option_D: The Rowlatt Act aroused a wave of popular indignation and led to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.##Answer:d##Explaination:Gandhi prevailed upon Karachi Session to approve this agreement of 1931.##Topic:The Civil Disobedience Movement##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
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In India, among the following locations, the Dutch established their earliest factory at
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Surat
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Pulicat
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Cochin
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Surat
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The Dutch established their earliest factory at Pulicat.
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b
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Struggle among European powers in India
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In India, among the following locations, the Dutch established their earliest factory at##Option_A: Surat###Option_B: Pulicat##Option_C: Cochin##Option_D: Surat##Answer:b##Explaination:The Dutch established their earliest factory at Pulicat.##Topic:Struggle among European powers in India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Which one of the following statements is NOT correct?
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The National Song Vande Mataram was composed by Bankimchandra Chatterji originally in Bengali
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The National Calendar of India based on Saka era has its 1st Chaitra on 22nd March normally and 21st March in a leap year
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The design of the National Flag of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 22nd July, 1947
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The National Song Vande Mataram was composed by Bankimchandra Chatterji originally in Bengali
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The National Song Vande Matram was composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterji originally in Sanskrit.
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a
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The Constituent Assembly
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following statements is NOT correct?##Option_A: The National Song Vande Mataram was composed by Bankimchandra Chatterji originally in Bengali###Option_B: The National Calendar of India based on Saka era has its 1st Chaitra on 22nd March normally and 21st March in a leap year##Option_C: The design of the National Flag of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on 22nd July, 1947##Option_D: The National Song Vande Mataram was composed by Bankimchandra Chatterji originally in Bengali##Answer:a##Explaination:The National Song Vande Matram was composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterji originally in Sanskrit.##Topic:The Constituent Assembly##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
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The aim of education as stated by the Wood’s dispatch of 1854 was
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The creation of employment opportunities for native Indians
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The spread of western culture in India
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The promotion of literacy among the people using English medium of language
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The creation of employment opportunities for native Indians
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Wood’s dispatch of 1854 stated that the aim of education is the promotion of literacy among the people using English as medium of language.
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c
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Economic policies and their impact, Education Policies
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The aim of education as stated by the Wood’s dispatch of 1854 was##Option_A: The creation of employment opportunities for native Indians###Option_B: The spread of western culture in India##Option_C: The promotion of literacy among the people using English medium of language##Option_D: The creation of employment opportunities for native Indians##Answer:c##Explaination:Wood’s dispatch of 1854 stated that the aim of education is the promotion of literacy among the people using English as medium of language.##Topic:Economic policies and their impact, Education Policies##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
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Which one of the following statements is NOT correct?
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Ali Mardan Khan introduced the system of revenue farming in Bengal
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Maharaja Ranjit Singh set up modern foundries to manufacture cannons at Lahore
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Sawai Jai Singh of Amber had Euclid’s ‘Elements of Geometry’ translated into Sanskrit
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Ali Mardan Khan introduced the system of revenue farming in Bengal
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Murshid Quli Khan introduced the system of revenue farming in Bengal.
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a
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Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following statements is NOT correct?##Option_A: Ali Mardan Khan introduced the system of revenue farming in Bengal###Option_B:Maharaja Ranjit Singh set up modern foundries to manufacture cannons at Lahore##Option_C: Sawai Jai Singh of Amber had Euclid’s ‘Elements of Geometry’ translated into Sanskrit##Option_D: Ali Mardan Khan introduced the system of revenue farming in Bengal##Answer:a##Explaination:Murshid Quli Khan introduced the system of revenue farming in Bengal.##Topic:Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
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Which one of the following provisions was NOT made in the Charter Act of 1833?
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The trading activities of the East India Company were to be abolished
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The designation of the supreme authority was to be changed as the Governor-General of India in Council
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All law-making powers to be conferred on Governor-General in Council
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The trading activities of the East India Company were to be abolished
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A law member was to appointed but not an Indian. First law member appointed under this Charter Act, 1833 was Lord Macaulay.
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d
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Regulating Acts and Charter Acts
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following provisions was NOT made in the Charter Act of 1833?##Option_A: The trading activities of the East India Company were to be abolished###Option_B: The designation of the supreme authority was to be changed as the Governor-General of India in Council##Option_C: All law-making powers to be conferred on Governor-General in Council##Option_D: The trading activities of the East India Company were to be abolished##Answer:d##Explaination:A law member was to appointed but not an Indian. First law member appointed under this Charter Act, 1833 was Lord Macaulay.##Topic:Regulating Acts and Charter Acts##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
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With reference to colonial rule in India, what was sought by the Ilbert Bill in 1883?
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To bring Indians and Europeans on par as far as the criminal jurisdiction of courts was concerned
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To impose severe restrictions on the freedom of the native press as it was perceived to be hostile to colonial rulers
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To encourage the native Indians to appear for civil service examinations by conducting them in India
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To bring Indians and Europeans on par as far as the criminal jurisdiction of courts was concerned
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To bring Indians and Europeans on par as far as the criminal jurisdiction of court was concerned. The controversy of Ilbert Bill was that, it proposed to give the Indian Judges the right to ……..trial Europeans also. It was introduced during Lord Rippon period and was repealed later.
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a
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Changes in Indian Administration after 1858
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to colonial rule in India, what was sought by the Ilbert Bill in 1883?##Option_A: To bring Indians and Europeans on par as far as the criminal jurisdiction of courts was concerned###Option_B: To impose severe restrictions on the freedom of the native press as it was perceived to be hostile to colonial rulers##Option_C: To encourage the native Indians to appear for civil service examinations by conducting them in India##Option_D: To bring Indians and Europeans on par as far as the criminal jurisdiction of courts was concerned##Answer:a##Explaination:To bring Indians and Europeans on par as far as the criminal jurisdiction of court was concerned. The controversy of Ilbert Bill was that, it proposed to give the Indian Judges the right to ……..trial Europeans also. It was introduced during Lord Rippon period and was repealed later.##Topic:Changes in Indian Administration after 1858##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
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An important aspect of the Cripps Mission of 1942 was
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That all Indian States should join the Indian Union as a condition to consider any degree of autonomy for India
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The creation of an Indian Union with Dominion status very soon after the Second World War
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The active participation and cooperation of the Indian people, communities and political parties in the British war effort as a condition for granting independence with full sovereign status to India after war
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That all Indian States should join the Indian Union as a condition to consider any degree of autonomy for India
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The Cripps Mission was sent during World War-II after the August offer was rejected, to get the full support of Indians for the British in their war efforts. The important aspect was the creation of an Indian Union with dominion status very soon after the Second World War.
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b
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The Cripps Proposal, 1942
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:An important aspect of the Cripps Mission of 1942 was##Option_A: That all Indian States should join the Indian Union as a condition to consider any degree of autonomy for India###Option_B: The creation of an Indian Union with Dominion status very soon after the Second World War##Option_C: The active participation and cooperation of the Indian people, communities and political parties in the British war effort as a condition for granting independence with full sovereign status to India after war##Option_D: That all Indian States should join the Indian Union as a condition to consider any degree of autonomy for India##Answer:b##Explaination:The Cripps Mission was sent during World War-II after the August offer was rejected, to get the full support of Indians for the British in their war efforts. The important aspect was the creation of an Indian Union with dominion status very soon after the Second World War.##Topic:The Cripps Proposal, 1942##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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When Congress leaders condemned the Montague-Chelmsford Report, many moderates left the party to form the
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Swarajya Party
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Indian Freedom Party
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Independence Federation of India
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Swarajya Party
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‘Indian Liberal Federation’ was formed by the moderates who left the Congress Party after Montford report. Among them prominent member was Surendranath Banerjee.
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d
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Montague-Chelmsford Reforms or the Government of India Act, 1919
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:When Congress leaders condemned the Montague-Chelmsford Report, many moderates left the party to form the##Option_A: Swarajya Party###Option_B: Indian Freedom Party##Option_C: Independence Federation of India##Option_D: Swarajya Party##Answer:d##Explaination:‘Indian Liberal Federation’ was formed by the moderates who left the Congress Party after Montford report. Among them prominent member was Surendranath Banerjee.##Topic:Montague-Chelmsford Reforms or the Government of India Act, 1919##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements: 1. Molasses is a by-product of sugar production process. 2. Bagasse obtained in the sugar mills is used as a fuel in the boilers to generate steam for the sugar factories. 3. Sugar can only be produced from sugarcane as the raw material. Which of these statements are correct?
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1 and 2
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2 and 3
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1 and 3
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1 and 2
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Statements 1 and 3 are correct. But Third statement is wrong. Because Sugar can be produced from Sugarbeet (Beta vulgaris) also. Sugarbeet is the major contributor for world’s guar production than Sugarcane.
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a
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Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. Molasses is a by-product of sugar production process. 2. Bagasse obtained in the sugar mills is used as a fuel in the boilers to generate steam for the sugar factories. 3. Sugar can only be produced from sugarcane as the raw material. Which of these statements are correct? ##Option_A: 1 and 2 ###Option_B: 2 and 3 ##Option_C: 1 and 3 ##Option_D: 1 and 2 ##Answer:a##Explaination:Statements 1 and 3 are correct. But Third statement is wrong. Because Sugar can be produced from Sugarbeet (Beta vulgaris) also. Sugarbeet is the major contributor for world’s guar production than Sugarcane.##Topic:Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:a
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Which one of the following statements is correct?
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Alliance Air is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Indian Airlines
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The Airports Authority of India manages seven of the country’s international airports
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The Airports Authority of India is the regulatory organization for enforcing civil air regulations in India
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Alliance Air is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Indian Airlines
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b, c, d statements are wrong.
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) manages 126 air ports, including 11 international, 86 domestic airports and 29 civil enclaves at defence air fields. AAI plans, develops constructs and maintains runways, taxiways, apron, terminal building etc. (it is not the function of DG of Civil Aviation) Director General of Civil Aviation is the regulatory body for enforcing Civil air regulations in India.
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a
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Others Non-Constitutional Bodies
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following statements is correct?##Option_A: Alliance Air is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Indian Airlines###Option_B: The Airports Authority of India manages seven of the country’s international airports ##Option_C: The Airports Authority of India is the regulatory organization for enforcing civil air regulations in India ##Option_D: Alliance Air is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Indian Airlines##Answer:a##Explaination:b, c, d statements are wrong.
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) manages 126 air ports, including 11 international, 86 domestic airports and 29 civil enclaves at defence air fields. AAI plans, develops constructs and maintains runways, taxiways, apron, terminal building etc. (it is not the function of DG of Civil Aviation) Director General of Civil Aviation is the regulatory body for enforcing Civil air regulations in India.##Topic:Others Non-Constitutional Bodies##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:a
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In which one of the following countries is Rupee its currency?
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Bhutan
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Malaysia
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Maldives
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Bhutan
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Seychelles currency is Rupee.
Bhutan’s currency is Ngultrum.
Malaysia’s currency is Ringgit.
Maldives currency is Rufiyaa.
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d
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No_topic
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Civil Engineering
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In which one of the following countries is Rupee its currency? ##Option_A: Bhutan ###Option_B: Malaysia ##Option_C: Maldives ##Option_D: Bhutan ##Answer:d##Explaination:Seychelles currency is Rupee.
Bhutan’s currency is Ngultrum.
Malaysia’s currency is Ringgit.
Maldives currency is Rufiyaa.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Civil Engineering##Answer:d
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Which one among the following languages has largest number of speakers in the world?
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Bengali
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French
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Japanese
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Bengali
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(In the given optional) Bengali has largest number of speakers in the world i.e. 207 million, French – 79 million speakers, Japanese – 125 million speakers, Portuguese – 176 million speakers.
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a
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World Population, density & distribution, races & tribes, settlements & migration
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one among the following languages has largest number of speakers in the world? ##Option_A: Bengali ###Option_B: French ##Option_C: Japanese ##Option_D: Bengali ##Answer:a##Explaination:(In the given optional) Bengali has largest number of speakers in the world i.e. 207 million, French – 79 million speakers, Japanese – 125 million speakers, Portuguese – 176 million speakers.##Topic:World Population, density & distribution, races & tribes, settlements & migration##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Who headed the Interim Cabinet formed in the year 1946?
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Rajendra Prasad
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Jawaharlal Nehru
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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
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Rajendra Prasad
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The Interim Cabinet, that was announced on August 24, 1946, having 12 members, was added by Pandit Nehru as the Vice-President of the Council.
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b
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The Constituent Assembly
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who headed the Interim Cabinet formed in the year 1946? ##Option_A: Rajendra Prasad ###Option_B: Jawaharlal Nehru ##Option_C: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel ##Option_D: Rajendra Prasad ##Answer:b##Explaination:The Interim Cabinet, that was announced on August 24, 1946, having 12 members, was added by Pandit Nehru as the Vice-President of the Council.##Topic:The Constituent Assembly##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Among the following commodities imported by India during the year 2000-01, which one was the highest in terms of Rupee value?
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Edible oil
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Fertilizers
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Organic and inorganic chemicals
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Edible oil
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Pearls, precious and semi precious stones were the highest in rupee value imported during the year 2000-01 which was about 8.3 percent of total imports.
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d
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Among the following commodities imported by India during the year 2000-01, which one was the highest in terms of Rupee value? ##Option_A: Edible oil ###Option_B: Fertilizers ##Option_C: Organic and inorganic chemicals ##Option_D: Edible oil ##Answer:d##Explaination:Pearls, precious and semi precious stones were the highest in rupee value imported during the year 2000-01 which was about 8.3 percent of total imports.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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With reference to India, which one of the following statements is NOT correct?
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IPCL is India’s largest petrochemical company
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RIL is the largest private sector company in India
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MTNL is the listed on NYSE
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IPCL is India’s largest petrochemical company
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IPCL is not India’s largest petro-chemical company. Recently, it was taken over by RIL (Reliance Industries Limited).
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a
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to India, which one of the following statements is NOT correct?##Option_A: IPCL is India’s largest petrochemical company###Option_B: RIL is the largest private sector company in India##Option_C: MTNL is the listed on NYSE##Option_D: IPCL is India’s largest petrochemical company##Answer:a##Explaination:IPCL is not India’s largest petro-chemical company. Recently, it was taken over by RIL (Reliance Industries Limited).##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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The Kelkar proposals which were in the news recently were the:
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Recommendations for reforms in the power sector
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Recommendations for tax reforms
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Guidelines for the privatization of public sector undertakings
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Recommendations for reforms in the power sector
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Kelkar proposals were in news for giving recommendations for tax reforms. Some of its proposals were the abolition of MAT, to increase the Service tax and to decrease Corporate tax from 36.5% to 30%.
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b
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Kelkar proposals which were in the news recently were the:##Option_A: Recommendations for reforms in the power sector###Option_B: Recommendations for tax reforms##Option_C: Guidelines for the privatization of public sector undertakings##Option_D: Recommendations for reforms in the power sector##Answer:b##Explaination:Kelkar proposals were in news for giving recommendations for tax reforms. Some of its proposals were the abolition of MAT, to increase the Service tax and to decrease Corporate tax from 36.5% to 30%.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:b
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Which one among the following countries has the lowest GDP per capita?
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China
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India
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Indonesia
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China
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India has the lowest GDP per capita compared to Sri Lanka, China and Indonesia.
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b
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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
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one among the following countries has the lowest GDP per capita? ##Option_A: China ###Option_B: India ##Option_C: Indonesia ##Option_D: China ##Answer:b##Explaination:India has the lowest GDP per capita compared to Sri Lanka, China and Indonesia.##Topic: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##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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As per the Human Development Index given by UNDP, which one of the following sequences of South Asian countries is correct, in the order of higher to lower development?
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India – Sri Lanka – Pakistan – Maldives.
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Maldives – Sri Lanka – India – Pakistan.
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Sri Lanka – Maldives – India – Pakistan.
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India – Sri Lanka – Pakistan – Maldives.
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HDI given by UNDP is in the order of Sri Lanka, Maldives, India and Pakistan with ranks 99, 104, 127 and 144 respectively in 2001.
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c
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No_topic
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Electrical Engineering
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:As per the Human Development Index given by UNDP, which one of the following sequences of South Asian countries is correct, in the order of higher to lower development? ##Option_A: India – Sri Lanka – Pakistan – Maldives. ###Option_B: Maldives – Sri Lanka – India – Pakistan. ##Option_C: Sri Lanka – Maldives – India – Pakistan. ##Option_D: India – Sri Lanka – Pakistan – Maldives. ##Answer:c##Explaination:HDI given by UNDP is in the order of Sri Lanka, Maldives, India and Pakistan with ranks 99, 104, 127 and 144 respectively in 2001.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Electrical Engineering##Answer:c
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Assertion (A): The weight of a body decreases with the increase of latitude on earth.
Reason (R): The earth is not a perfect sphere.
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
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A is true but R is false
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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The value of ‘g’ on the earth is highest at poles and lowest at the equator. Thus the value of ‘g’ increases as were more from equator to the pole (i.e. increase of latitude from 00 to 900). Therefore the weight (W = mg) also increase with increase in latitude. The Earth is not a perfect sphere. It is flattered at poles (900 latitude) and bulges out at the equator (00 latitude).
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d
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Latitude and Longitude including important Parallels and Meridians/ Local and Standard Time
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Assertion (A): The weight of a body decreases with the increase of latitude on earth.
Reason (R): The earth is not a perfect sphere.
##Option_A: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
###Option_B: Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
##Option_C: A is true but R is false
##Option_D: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
##Answer:d##Explaination:
The value of ‘g’ on the earth is highest at poles and lowest at the equator. Thus the value of ‘g’ increases as were more from equator to the pole (i.e. increase of latitude from 00 to 900). Therefore the weight (W = mg) also increase with increase in latitude. The Earth is not a perfect sphere. It is flattered at poles (900 latitude) and bulges out at the equator (00 latitude).
##Topic:Latitude and Longitude including important Parallels and Meridians/ Local and Standard Time##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Diffusion of light in the atmosphere takes place due to
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Carbon dioxide
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Dust particles
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Helium
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Carbon dioxide
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Diffusion of light in the atmosphere takes place due to dust particles.
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b
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The Atmosphere Structure, Composition
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Diffusion of light in the atmosphere takes place due to ##Option_A: Carbon dioxide ###Option_B: Dust particles##Option_C: Helium ##Option_D: Carbon dioxide ##Answer:b##Explaination:Diffusion of light in the atmosphere takes place due to dust particles.##Topic:The Atmosphere Structure, Composition##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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With reference to ionic compounds, consider the following statements” 1. Ionic compounds are insoluble in alcohol. 2. Ionic compounds in the solid state are good conductors of electricity. Which of these statements is/are correct?
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Only 1
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Only 2
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Both 1 and 2
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Only 1
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Ionic compounds are highly soluble in water but are not soluble in organic solvents like alcohol, ether, acetone etc. Ionic compounds are good conductors in soluble state because of availability of free ions.
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a
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to ionic compounds, consider the following statements” 1. Ionic compounds are insoluble in alcohol. 2. Ionic compounds in the solid state are good conductors of electricity. Which of these statements is/are correct? ##Option_A: Only 1 ###Option_B: Only 2 ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: Only 1 ##Answer:a##Explaination:Ionic compounds are highly soluble in water but are not soluble in organic solvents like alcohol, ether, acetone etc. Ionic compounds are good conductors in soluble state because of availability of free ions.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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Consider the following statements: 1. India launched its first full-fledged meteorological satellite (METSAT) in September, 2002. 2. For the first time, the space vehicle PSLV-C4 carried a payload of more than 1000 kg into a geosynchronous orbit. Which of these statements is/are correct?
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Only 1
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Only 2
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Both 1 and 2
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Only 1
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METSAT also called KALPANA-I named after India born American Space Astronaut ‘Kalpana Chawla’ was launched by PSLV in September, 2002.
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c
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. India launched its first full-fledged meteorological satellite (METSAT) in September, 2002. 2. For the first time, the space vehicle PSLV-C4 carried a payload of more than 1000 kg into a geosynchronous orbit. Which of these statements is/are correct? ##Option_A: Only 1 ###Option_B: Only 2 ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: Only 1 ##Answer:c##Explaination:METSAT also called KALPANA-I named after India born American Space Astronaut ‘Kalpana Chawla’ was launched by PSLV in September, 2002.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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With reference to Indian defence, which one of the following statements is NOT correct?
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With the induction of Prithvi-II, the IAF is the only air force in the world with surface-to-surface ballistic missiles under its command
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Sukhoi-30 KMI jet fighters can launch air-to-air and air-to-surface precision missiles
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Trishul is a supersonic surface-to-air missile with a rage of 30 km.
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With the induction of Prithvi-II, the IAF is the only air force in the world with surface-to-surface ballistic missiles under its command
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Trishul is a short range (500m to 9km) surface to air missile with solid composite propellant and dual thrust motor and command to line- of sight guidance.
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c
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No_topic
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Economics
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Indian defence, which one of the following statements is NOT correct?##Option_A: With the induction of Prithvi-II, the IAF is the only air force in the world with surface-to-surface ballistic missiles under its command###Option_B: Sukhoi-30 KMI jet fighters can launch air-to-air and air-to-surface precision missiles##Option_C: Trishul is a supersonic surface-to-air missile with a rage of 30 km.##Option_D: With the induction of Prithvi-II, the IAF is the only air force in the world with surface-to-surface ballistic missiles under its command##Answer:c##Explaination:Trishul is a short range (500m to 9km) surface to air missile with solid composite propellant and dual thrust motor and command to line- of sight guidance.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Economics##Answer:c
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Dilip Kaur Tiwana is well known as a
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Literateur
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Musician
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Scientist
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Literateur
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Dilip Kaur Tiwana is well known as a literateur.
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a
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Dilip Kaur Tiwana is well known as a##Option_A: Literateur ###Option_B: Musician##Option_C: Scientist ##Option_D: Literateur ##Answer:a##Explaination:Dilip Kaur Tiwana is well known as a literateur.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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Match List I with List II and the select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I (Cricketers) List II (Country) A. Barry Richards. 1. England B. Tex Dexter. 2. West Indies C. Alan Davidson. 3. South Africa D. Charlie Griffith. 4. New Zealand A B C D.
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3 2 5 1
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5 1 4 2
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3 1 5 2
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3 2 5 1
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A – 3, B – 1, C – 5, D – 2
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c
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List I with List II and the select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I (Cricketers) List II (Country) A. Barry Richards. 1. England B. Tex Dexter. 2. West Indies C. Alan Davidson. 3. South Africa D. Charlie Griffith. 4. New Zealand A B C D.##Option_A: 3 2 5 1 ###Option_B: 5 1 4 2##Option_C: 3 1 5 2 ##Option_D: 3 2 5 1 ##Answer:c##Explaination:A – 3, B – 1, C – 5, D – 2##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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Tim Montgomery set a new world record at the IAAF Grand Prix final in the year 2002 in.
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Long Jump
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110 m Hurdle Race
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100 m Dash
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Long Jump
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nan
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c
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Tim Montgomery set a new world record at the IAAF Grand Prix final in the year 2002 in. ##Option_A: Long Jump ###Option_B: 110 m Hurdle Race ##Option_C: 100 m Dash ##Option_D: Long Jump ##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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Who is the author of the book ‘New Dimensions of India’s Foreign Policy?
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A.B. Vajpayee
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Jaswant Singh
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P.C. Alexander
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A.B. Vajpayee
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The Book ‘New Dimensions of India’s Foreign Policy’ is written by Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
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a
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who is the author of the book ‘New Dimensions of India’s Foreign Policy? ##Option_A: A.B. Vajpayee ###Option_B: Jaswant Singh ##Option_C: P.C. Alexander ##Option_D: A.B. Vajpayee ##Answer:a##Explaination:The Book ‘New Dimensions of India’s Foreign Policy’ is written by Atal Bihari Vajpayee.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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The Basque people who are frequently in the news for their separatist activity live in.
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France
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Italy
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Portugal
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France
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nan
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d
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Map based questions from World
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Basque people who are frequently in the news for their separatist activity live in. ##Option_A: France ###Option_B: Italy ##Option_C: Portugal ##Option_D: France ##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:Map based questions from World##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I List II (High Officials) (Organization) A. C.P. Jain. 1. Indian Airlines B. S. Ramadorai. 2. NTPC C. Sunil Arora. 3. TCS D. Vivek Paul. 4. Wipro Technologies A B C D. A B C D.
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4 1 3 2
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4 3 1 2
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2 3 1 4
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4 1 3 2
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A – 2, B – 3, C – 1, D – 4
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c
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I List II (High Officials) (Organization) A. C.P. Jain. 1. Indian Airlines B. S. Ramadorai. 2. NTPC C. Sunil Arora. 3. TCS D. Vivek Paul. 4. Wipro Technologies A B C D. A B C D.##Option_A: 4 1 3 2 ###Option_B: 4 3 1 2##Option_C: 2 3 1 4 ##Option_D: 4 1 3 2 ##Answer:c##Explaination:A – 2, B – 3, C – 1, D – 4##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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Which one of the following statements is NOT correct?
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The Press Council of India is an autonomous quasi-judicial body established under an Act of Parliament.
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The Press Information Bureau provides accreditation to media person so as to have easy access to information from government sources.
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Among all the states of India, Maharashtra publishes the largest number of newspapers.
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The Press Council of India is an autonomous quasi-judicial body established under an Act of Parliament.
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nan
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c
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Others Non-Constitutional Bodies
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following statements is NOT correct? ##Option_A: The Press Council of India is an autonomous quasi-judicial body established under an Act of Parliament. ###Option_B: The Press Information Bureau provides accreditation to media person so as to have easy access to information from government sources. ##Option_C: Among all the states of India, Maharashtra publishes the largest number of newspapers. ##Option_D: The Press Council of India is an autonomous quasi-judicial body established under an Act of Parliament. ##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:Others Non-Constitutional Bodies##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements regarding the relations between India and Pakistan: 1. During Shimla Agreement, Indira Gandhi and Zulfikar Bhutto agreed to maintain the sanctity of LOC. 2. Lahore Summit took place in the year 1997. 3. Islamabad Summit was held between Rajiv Gandhi and Nawaj Sharif. Which of these statements is/are correct?
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1, 2 and 3
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1 and 3
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Only 2
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1, 2 and 3
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Lahore Summit took place in the year 1999. Islamabad Summit was held between Rajiv Gandhi and Benazir Bhutto.
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d
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No_topic
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Electrical Engineering
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the relations between India and Pakistan: 1. During Shimla Agreement, Indira Gandhi and Zulfikar Bhutto agreed to maintain the sanctity of LOC. 2. Lahore Summit took place in the year 1997. 3. Islamabad Summit was held between Rajiv Gandhi and Nawaj Sharif. Which of these statements is/are correct? ##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 ###Option_B: 1 and 3 ##Option_C: Only 2 ##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 ##Answer:d##Explaination:Lahore Summit took place in the year 1999. Islamabad Summit was held between Rajiv Gandhi and Benazir Bhutto.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Electrical Engineering##Answer:d
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In December 2002, the Prime Minister of India signed ‘Delhi Declaration’ with the.
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President of Indonesia
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President of Russia
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Prime Minister of Cambodia
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President of Indonesia
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The Prime Minister of India signed ‘Delhi Declaration’ with the President of Russia.
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b
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In December 2002, the Prime Minister of India signed ‘Delhi Declaration’ with the. ##Option_A: President of Indonesia ###Option_B: President of Russia ##Option_C: Prime Minister of Cambodia ##Option_D: President of Indonesia ##Answer:b##Explaination:The Prime Minister of India signed ‘Delhi Declaration’ with the President of Russia.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:b
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Which one of the following statements is correct?
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Each Timor was a British colony for four centuries
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The European colonial rulers handed over East Timor to Indonesia in 1975.
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The United Nations took over East Timor in 1999 to prepare it for independence.
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Each Timor was a British colony for four centuries
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East Timor was a Portuguese Colony and was occupied by Indonesia. East Timor declared independence only after referendum. UN took over it on October 25, 1999.
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c
|
No_topic
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Electrical Engineering
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following statements is correct?##Option_A: Each Timor was a British colony for four centuries###Option_B: The European colonial rulers handed over East Timor to Indonesia in 1975.##Option_C: The United Nations took over East Timor in 1999 to prepare it for independence.##Option_D: Each Timor was a British colony for four centuries##Answer:c##Explaination:East Timor was a Portuguese Colony and was occupied by Indonesia. East Timor declared independence only after referendum. UN took over it on October 25, 1999.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Electrical Engineering##Answer:c
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The Indira Gandhi Peace Prize, 2002 was awarded to:
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John Hume
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Nelson Mandela
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Norodom Sihanouk
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John Hume
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nan
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d
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Indira Gandhi Peace Prize, 2002 was awarded to:##Option_A: John Hume ###Option_B: Nelson Mandela##Option_C: Norodom Sihanouk ##Option_D: John Hume ##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I List II (Name of the Person) (Associated with) A. Brijmohan Lal Munjal. 1. Biotechnology B. Kiran Karnik. 2. Automobile Industry C. Kiran Mazumdar Shaw. 3. Software Industry D. Sunil Mittal. 4. Telecom Industry. 5. Film Industry A B C D.
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4 1 5 2
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4 3 1 2
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2 3 1 4
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4 1 5 2
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A – 2, B – 3, C – 1, D – 4
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c
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I List II (Name of the Person) (Associated with) A. Brijmohan Lal Munjal. 1. Biotechnology B. Kiran Karnik. 2. Automobile Industry C. Kiran Mazumdar Shaw. 3. Software Industry D. Sunil Mittal. 4. Telecom Industry. 5. Film Industry A B C D.##Option_A: 4 1 5 2 ###Option_B: 4 3 1 2##Option_C: 2 3 1 4 ##Option_D: 4 1 5 2 ##Answer:c##Explaination:A – 2, B – 3, C – 1, D – 4##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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Whom did Mahesh Bhupati and Max Mirnyi beat in the US Open men’s doubles tennis Championship in the year 2002 to win the title?
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Wayne Black and Kelvin Ullyet
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Mike Bryan and Bob Bryan
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Jonas Bjorkman and Todd Woodbridge
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Wayne Black and Kelvin Ullyet
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nan
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d
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Whom did Mahesh Bhupati and Max Mirnyi beat in the US Open men’s doubles tennis Championship in the year 2002 to win the title?##Option_A: Wayne Black and Kelvin Ullyet###Option_B: Mike Bryan and Bob Bryan##Option_C: Jonas Bjorkman and Todd Woodbridge##Option_D: Wayne Black and Kelvin Ullyet##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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Who among the following was selected for 2001 Dada Saheb Phalke Award?
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Dev Anand
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Lata Mangeshkar
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Ramanand Sagar
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Dev Anand
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nan
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d
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who among the following was selected for 2001 Dada Saheb Phalke Award? ##Option_A: Dev Anand ###Option_B: Lata Mangeshkar ##Option_C: Ramanand Sagar ##Option_D: Dev Anand ##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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Who won the title in the finals of French Open men’s singles tennis championship in the year 2002?
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Albert Costa
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Juan Carlos Ferrero
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Andra Agassi
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Albert Costa
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nan
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a
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who won the title in the finals of French Open men’s singles tennis championship in the year 2002? ##Option_A: Albert Costa ###Option_B: Juan Carlos Ferrero ##Option_C: Andra Agassi ##Option_D: Albert Costa ##Answer:a##Explaination:nan##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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The sportsperson Soma Biswas is associated with
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Sailing
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Hockey
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Golf
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Sailing
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Soma Biswas is associated with Athletics.
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d
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The sportsperson Soma Biswas is associated with##Option_A: Sailing ###Option_B: Hockey##Option_C: Golf ##Option_D: Sailing ##Answer:d##Explaination:Soma Biswas is associated with Athletics.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I List II (Distinguished Lady) (Organization/Industry) A. Amrita Patel. 1. National Dairy Development Board B. Anu Aga. 2. Park Hotels C. Mallika Srinivasan. 3. Pfizer Hotels D. Priya Paul. 4. Thermax Limited. 5. Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited A B C D.
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1 4 5 2
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2 4 1 5
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1 3 5 2
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1 4 5 2
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A – 1, B – 4, C – 5, D – 2
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a
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I List II (Distinguished Lady) (Organization/Industry) A. Amrita Patel. 1. National Dairy Development Board B. Anu Aga. 2. Park Hotels C. Mallika Srinivasan. 3. Pfizer Hotels D. Priya Paul. 4. Thermax Limited. 5. Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited A B C D.##Option_A: 1 4 5 2 ###Option_B: 2 4 1 5##Option_C: 1 3 5 2 ##Option_D: 1 4 5 2 ##Answer:a##Explaination:A – 1, B – 4, C – 5, D – 2##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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Survey of India is under the Ministry of.
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Defence
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Environment and Forests
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Home Affairs
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Defence
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Survey of India is under the Ministry of Science and Technology.
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d
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Others Non-Constitutional Bodies
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Survey of India is under the Ministry of. ##Option_A: Defence ###Option_B: Environment and Forests ##Option_C: Home Affairs ##Option_D: Defence ##Answer:d##Explaination:Survey of India is under the Ministry of Science and Technology.##Topic:Others Non-Constitutional Bodies##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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Sandeep Pandey, the winner of Raman Magsaysay Award, is mainly an activist in:
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Prevention of child marriages
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Promotion of communal harmony
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Environmental protection
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Prevention of child marriages
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Sandeep Pandey is mainly an activist in education and livelihood projects for Dalits.
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d
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Sandeep Pandey, the winner of Raman Magsaysay Award, is mainly an activist in:##Option_A: Prevention of child marriages###Option_B: Promotion of communal harmony##Option_C: Environmental protection##Option_D: Prevention of child marriages##Answer:d##Explaination:Sandeep Pandey is mainly an activist in education and livelihood projects for Dalits.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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In the FIFA World Cup Football event in the year 2002, the number of goals scored by Ronaldo of Brazil was.
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6
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7
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8
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6
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nan
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c
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No_topic
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the FIFA World Cup Football event in the year 2002, the number of goals scored by Ronaldo of Brazil was. ##Option_A: 6 ###Option_B: 7 ##Option_C: 8 ##Option_D: 6 ##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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In the year 2002, the President of India presented the national award for excellence in public administration and management sciences to.
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Kumar Manglam Birla
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N.R. Narayana Murthy
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Rahul Bajaj
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Kumar Manglam Birla
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Third Lal Bahadur Shastri National Award for Excellence in Public Administration and Management Sciences was given to Infosys Technologies Chairman, N.R. Narayana Murthy.
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b
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No_topic
|
Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the year 2002, the President of India presented the national award for excellence in public administration and management sciences to.##Option_A: Kumar Manglam Birla ###Option_B: N.R. Narayana Murthy##Option_C: Rahul Bajaj ##Option_D: Kumar Manglam Birla ##Answer:b##Explaination:Third Lal Bahadur Shastri National Award for Excellence in Public Administration and Management Sciences was given to Infosys Technologies Chairman, N.R. Narayana Murthy.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:b
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The purpose of the inclusion of Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution is to establish
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Political democracy
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Social democracy
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Gandhian democracy
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Political democracy
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Social and economic democracy is the foundation on which political democracy would be a way of life in the Indian Polity. This concept inspires the DPSP.
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d
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Directive Principles
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The purpose of the inclusion of Directive Principles of State Policy in the Indian Constitution is to establish##Option_A: Political democracy###Option_B: Social democracy##Option_C: Gandhian democracy##Option_D: Political democracy##Answer:d##Explaination:Social and economic democracy is the foundation on which political democracy would be a way of life in the Indian Polity. This concept inspires the DPSP.##Topic:Directive Principles##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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Which one of the following Articles of the Directive Principle of State Policy deals with the promotion of international peace and security ?
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51
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48 A
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43 A
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51
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Article 51 deals with the Promotion of International peace and security.
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a
|
Directive Principles
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following Articles of the Directive Principle of State Policy deals with the promotion of international peace and security ?##Option_A: 51 ###Option_B: 48 A##Option_C: 43 A ##Option_D: 51 ##Answer:a##Explaination:Article 51 deals with the Promotion of International peace and security.##Topic:Directive Principles##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:a
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Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: Listt I List II (Article of Indian Constitution) (Provisions) A. Article 16(2) 1. No person shall be deprived of his property save by the authority of law B. Article 29(2). 2. No person can be discriminated against in the matter of public appointment on the ground of race, religion or caste C. Article 30(1). 3. All minorities whether based on religion or language shall have the fundamental right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice. D.Article 31(1). 4. No citizen shall be denied admission into any education institution maintained by the State, or receiving State aid, on grounds of religion, race, caste, language or any of them A B C D A B C D
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2, 4, 3 , 1
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3, 1, 2, 4
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2, 1, 3 , 4
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2, 4, 3 , 1
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Article 16(2): No person can be discriminated against, in the matter of public employment, on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, descent, place of birth, residence etc. Article 29(2): No citizen shall be denied admission into any educational institution maintained by the state or receiving aid out of State funds on grounds of religion, race, caste, language. Article 30(1): All minorities, whether based on religion, or language, shall have the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice. Article 31(1): No person shall be deprived of property save by the authority of law.
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a
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Fundamental Rights
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: Listt I List II (Article of Indian Constitution) (Provisions) A. Article 16(2) 1. No person shall be deprived of his property save by the authority of law B. Article 29(2). 2. No person can be discriminated against in the matter of public appointment on the ground of race, religion or caste C. Article 30(1). 3. All minorities whether based on religion or language shall have the fundamental right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice. D.Article 31(1). 4. No citizen shall be denied admission into any education institution maintained by the State, or receiving State aid, on grounds of religion, race, caste, language or any of them A B C D A B C D##Option_A: 2, 4, 3 , 1 ###Option_B: 3, 1, 2, 4##Option_C: 2, 1, 3 , 4 ##Option_D: 2, 4, 3 , 1 ##Answer:a##Explaination:Article 16(2): No person can be discriminated against, in the matter of public employment, on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, descent, place of birth, residence etc. Article 29(2): No citizen shall be denied admission into any educational institution maintained by the state or receiving aid out of State funds on grounds of religion, race, caste, language. Article 30(1): All minorities, whether based on religion, or language, shall have the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice. Article 31(1): No person shall be deprived of property save by the authority of law.##Topic:Fundamental Rights##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:a
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In the Indian Constitution, the Right to Equality is granted by five Articles. They are
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Article 16 to Article 20
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Article 15 to Article 19
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Article 14 to Article 18
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Article 16 to Article 20
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Article 14 – Equality before law. Article 15 – Prohibition of Discrimination. Article 16 – Equality of opportunity. Article 17 – Abolition of Untouchability. Article 18 – Abolition of titles.
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c
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Fundamental Rights
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the Indian Constitution, the Right to Equality is granted by five Articles. They are##Option_A: Article 16 to Article 20###Option_B: Article 15 to Article 19##Option_C: Article 14 to Article 18##Option_D: Article 16 to Article 20##Answer:c##Explaination:
Article 14 – Equality before law. Article 15 – Prohibition of Discrimination. Article 16 – Equality of opportunity. Article 17 – Abolition of Untouchability. Article 18 – Abolition of titles.
##Topic:Fundamental Rights##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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Which one of the following rights was described by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution ?
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Right to freedom of religion
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Right to property
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Right to equality
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Right to freedom of religion
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According to Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, Right to Constitutional remedies is the soul of the Constitution and very heart of it.
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d
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Fundamental Rights
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following rights was described by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar as the heart and soul of the Constitution ?##Option_A: Right to freedom of religion###Option_B: Right to property##Option_C: Right to equality##Option_D: Right to freedom of religion##Answer:d##Explaination:According to Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, Right to Constitutional remedies is the soul of the Constitution and very heart of it.##Topic:Fundamental Rights##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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With reference to Indian Polity, which one of the following statements is correct ?
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Planning Commission is accountable to Parliament.
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President can make ordinance only when either of the two Houses of Parliament is not in session.
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The minimum age prescribed for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court is 40 years.
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Planning Commission is accountable to Parliament.
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President can promulgate ordinances when the Parliament is not in session. These ordinances must be approved by the Parliament within six weeks from its re-assembly. He can also withdraw an ordinance at any time.
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b
|
GS_Polity_unclassified
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Indian Polity, which one of the following statements is correct ?##Option_A: Planning Commission is accountable to Parliament.###Option_B: President can make ordinance only when either of the two Houses of Parliament is not in session.##Option_C: The minimum age prescribed for appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court is 40 years.##Option_D: Planning Commission is accountable to Parliament.##Answer:b##Explaination:President can promulgate ordinances when the Parliament is not in session. These ordinances must be approved by the Parliament within six weeks from its re-assembly. He can also withdraw an ordinance at any time.##Topic:GS_Polity_unclassified##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:b
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Which one of the following amendments to the Indian Constitution empowers the President to send back any matter for reconsideration by the Council of Ministers ?
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39 th
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40 th
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42 nd
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39 th
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44th Amendment to the Indian Constitution (1978) empowers the President to send back any matter for reconsideration by the Council of Ministers.
|
d
|
President
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following amendments to the Indian Constitution empowers the President to send back any matter for reconsideration by the Council of Ministers ?##Option_A: 39 th ###Option_B: 40 th ##Option_C: 42 nd ##Option_D: 39 th ##Answer:d##Explaination:44th Amendment to the Indian Constitution (1978) empowers the President to send back any matter for reconsideration by the Council of Ministers.##Topic:President##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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The Consultative Committee of Members of Parliament for Railway Zones is constituted by the
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President of India
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Ministry of Railways
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Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
|
President of India
|
The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs constitutes Consultative Committees of M.P.s attached to various ministries and arranges meetings thereof.
|
c
|
Committees of Parliament
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Consultative Committee of Members of Parliament for Railway Zones is constituted by the##Option_A: President of India###Option_B: Ministry of Railways##Option_C: Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs##Option_D: President of India##Answer:c##Explaination:The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs constitutes Consultative Committees of M.P.s attached to various ministries and arranges meetings thereof.##Topic:Committees of Parliament##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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The term of the Lok Sabha
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Cannot be extended under any circumstances
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Can be extended by six months at a time
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Can be extended by one year at time during the proclamation of emergency
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Cannot be extended under any circumstances
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The term of the Lok Sabha can be extended during the period of national emergency by a law of Parliament for one year of at a time for any length of time.
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c
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Working of the Lok Sabha
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The term of the Lok Sabha ##Option_A: Cannot be extended under any circumstances###Option_B: Can be extended by six months at a time##Option_C: Can be extended by one year at time during the proclamation of emergency##Option_D: Cannot be extended under any circumstances##Answer:c##Explaination:The term of the Lok Sabha can be extended during the period of national emergency by a law of Parliament for one year of at a time for any length of time.##Topic:Working of the Lok Sabha##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements with reference to India The Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners enjoy powers but receive unequal salaries. The Chief Election Commissioner is entitled to the same salary as is provided to a judge of the Supreme Court. The Chief Election Commissioner shall not be removed from his office except in like manner and on like grounds as a judge of the Supreme Court. The term of office of the Election Commissioner is five years from the date he assumes his office or till the day he attains the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 2
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2 and 3
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1 and 4
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1 and 2
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Chief Election Commissioner and the two other Election Commissioners have equal powers and receive equal salary. So 1, is wrong. The term of office of the Election Commissioner is 6 years from the date he assumes his office or till the day he attains the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. So statement 4, is wrong.
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b
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Election Commission
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with reference to India The Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners enjoy powers but receive unequal salaries. The Chief Election Commissioner is entitled to the same salary as is provided to a judge of the Supreme Court. The Chief Election Commissioner shall not be removed from his office except in like manner and on like grounds as a judge of the Supreme Court. The term of office of the Election Commissioner is five years from the date he assumes his office or till the day he attains the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 ###Option_B: 2 and 3 ##Option_C: 1 and 4 ##Option_D: 1 and 2 ##Answer:b##Explaination:Chief Election Commissioner and the two other Election Commissioners have equal powers and receive equal salary. So 1, is wrong. The term of office of the Election Commissioner is 6 years from the date he assumes his office or till the day he attains the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. So statement 4, is wrong.##Topic:Election Commission##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:b
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Which one of the following authorities recommends the principles governing the grant-in-aid of the revenues to the states out of the Consolidated Fund of India ?
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Finance Commission
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Inter-State Council
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Union Ministry of Finance
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Finance Commission
|
Finance Commission recommends the President on the Principles that should govern the grants-in-aid to the States by the Centre (i.e. out of the Consolidated Fund of India).
|
a
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Finance Commission
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following authorities recommends the principles governing the grant-in-aid of the revenues to the states out of the Consolidated Fund of India ?##Option_A: Finance Commission###Option_B: Inter-State Council##Option_C: Union Ministry of Finance##Option_D: Finance Commission##Answer:a##Explaination:Finance Commission recommends the President on the Principles that should govern the grants-in-aid to the States by the Centre (i.e. out of the Consolidated Fund of India).##Topic:Finance Commission##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:a
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The salaries and allowances of the Judges of the High Court are charged to the
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Consolidated Fund of India
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Consolidated Fund of the State
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Contingency Fund of India
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Consolidated Fund of India
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The salary and allowances of the Judges, the salaries, allowances and pensions of the staff as well as the administrative expenses of a high court are charged on the consolidated fund of the state. Thus, they are non-votable by the state legislature (though they can be discussed by it). It should be noted here that the pension of a high court judge is charged on the Consolidated Fund of India and not the state.
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b
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High Court
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The salaries and allowances of the Judges of the High Court are charged to the ##Option_A: Consolidated Fund of India###Option_B: Consolidated Fund of the State##Option_C: Contingency Fund of India##Option_D: Consolidated Fund of India##Answer:b##Explaination:
The salary and allowances of the Judges, the salaries, allowances and pensions of the staff as well as the administrative expenses of a high court are charged on the consolidated fund of the state. Thus, they are non-votable by the state legislature (though they can be discussed by it). It should be noted here that the pension of a high court judge is charged on the Consolidated Fund of India and not the state.
##Topic:High Court##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:b
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Consider the following statements: 1. In equatorial regions, the year is divided into four main seasons. 2. In Mediterranean region, summer receives more rain. 3. In China type climate, rainfall occurs throughout the year. 4. Tropical highlands exhibit vertical zonation of different climates. Which of these statements are correct ?
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1, 2, 3 and 4 only
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1, 2 and 3 only
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1, 2 and 4 only
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1, 2, 3 and 4 only
|
Only 3, 4 are correct. Because – in equatorial regions there
is no clear distinction of main seasons. In Mediterranean area there is
rainfall during the winter but not in summer.
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d
|
Climatic regions
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Agriculture
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. In equatorial regions, the year is divided into four main seasons. 2. In Mediterranean region, summer receives more rain. 3. In China type climate, rainfall occurs throughout the year. 4. Tropical highlands exhibit vertical zonation of different climates. Which of these statements are correct ? ##Option_A: 1, 2, 3 and 4 only ###Option_B: 1, 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1, 2 and 4 only ##Option_D: 1, 2, 3 and 4 only ##Answer:d##Explaination:
Only 3, 4 are correct. Because – in equatorial regions there
is no clear distinction of main seasons. In Mediterranean area there is
rainfall during the winter but not in summer.
##Topic:Climatic regions##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Assertion (A): The surface winds spiral inwards upon the centre of the cyclone. Reason (R): Air descends in the centre of the cyclone.
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
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A is true but R is false
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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‘A’ is correct but ‘R’ is wrong. The surface winds spiral inwards upon the centre of the cyclone, in the eye of the cyclone air ascends. However, the central portion of the eye has a small counter current where air descends.
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a
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Air Masses, Cyclones and anti-cyclones
|
Agriculture
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): The surface winds spiral inwards upon the centre of the cyclone. Reason (R): Air descends in the centre of the cyclone.##Option_A: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A###Option_B: Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A##Option_C: A is true but R is false##Option_D: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A##Answer:a##Explaination:‘A’ is correct but ‘R’ is wrong. The surface winds spiral inwards upon the centre of the cyclone, in the eye of the cyclone air ascends. However, the central portion of the eye has a small counter current where air descends.##Topic:Air Masses, Cyclones and anti-cyclones##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Consider the following statements : Ocean currents are the slow-surface movement of water in the ocean. Ocean currents assist in maintaining the Earth"s heat balance. Ocean currents are set in motion primarily by prevailing winds. Ocean currents are affected by the configuration of the ocean. Which of these statements are correct ?
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1 and 2
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2, 3 and 4
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1, 3 and 4
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1 and 2
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The ocean currents are not only slow but also could be fast. So, statements 2, 3 and 4 are correct.
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b
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Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis
|
Agriculture
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements : Ocean currents are the slow-surface movement of water in the ocean. Ocean currents assist in maintaining the Earth"s heat balance. Ocean currents are set in motion primarily by prevailing winds. Ocean currents are affected by the configuration of the ocean. Which of these statements are correct ? ##Option_A: 1 and 2 ###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4##Option_C: 1, 3 and 4 ##Option_D: 1 and 2 ##Answer:b##Explaination:The ocean currents are not only slow but also could be fast. So, statements 2, 3 and 4 are correct.##Topic:Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Open stunted forest with bushes and small trees having long roots and sharp thorns or spines are commonly found in?
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Eastern Orissa
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North-Eastern Tamil Nadu
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Siwaliks and Terai region
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Eastern Orissa
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The tropical semi-desert type merges into the tropical thorn forests when natural vegetation consists of open stunted forest with widely scattered trees and bushes and having long roots and sharp thorns. Eastern Rajasthan, South-west Punjab and Haryana, Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh, Southern Karnataka and adjoining Andhra Pradesh have this type of vegetation.
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d
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Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Open stunted forest with bushes and small trees having long roots and sharp thorns or spines are commonly found in?##Option_A: Eastern Orissa###Option_B: North-Eastern Tamil Nadu##Option_C: Siwaliks and Terai region##Option_D: Eastern Orissa##Answer:d##Explaination:The tropical semi-desert type merges into the tropical thorn forests when natural vegetation consists of open stunted forest with widely scattered trees and bushes and having long roots and sharp thorns. Eastern Rajasthan, South-west Punjab and Haryana, Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh, Southern Karnataka and adjoining Andhra Pradesh have this type of vegetation.##Topic:Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which one of the following is not a lagoon ?
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Ashtamudi lake
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Chilka lake
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Periyar lake
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Ashtamudi lake
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Lagoon means a part of sea partially cut off from it by deposits of sand or coral reefs. In the given optionals, Ashtamudi, Chilka and Pulicat are lagoons whereas Periyar lake is not a lagoon.
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c
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Water ResourcesAvailability and potential: Lakes, rivers, dams, power and irrigation projects, wetlands and inter-linking of rivers
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following is not a lagoon ?##Option_A: Ashtamudi lake###Option_B: Chilka lake##Option_C: Periyar lake##Option_D: Ashtamudi lake##Answer:c##Explaination:Lagoon means a part of sea partially cut off from it by deposits of sand or coral reefs. In the given optionals, Ashtamudi, Chilka and Pulicat are lagoons whereas Periyar lake is not a lagoon.##Topic:Water ResourcesAvailability and potential: Lakes, rivers, dams, power and irrigation projects, wetlands and inter-linking of rivers##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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The correct sequence of the eastward flowing rivers of the peninsular India from north to south is
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Subarnarekha, Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, Pennar, Cauvery and Vaigai
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Subarnarekha, Mahanadi, Krishna, Godavari, Cauvery, Vaigai and Pennar
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Mahanadi, Subarnarekha, Godavari, Krishna, Cauvery, Pennar and Vaigai
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Subarnarekha, Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, Pennar, Cauvery and Vaigai
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Subarnarekha in Jharkhand and West Bengal, Mahanadi in Chhattisgarh and Orissa, Godavari in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh, Krishna and Pennar in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, Kaveri and Vaigai in Tamil Nadu are the east flowing rivers.
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a
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Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The correct sequence of the eastward flowing rivers of the peninsular India from north to south is##Option_A: Subarnarekha, Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, Pennar, Cauvery and Vaigai###Option_B: Subarnarekha, Mahanadi, Krishna, Godavari, Cauvery, Vaigai and Pennar##Option_C: Mahanadi, Subarnarekha, Godavari, Krishna, Cauvery, Pennar and Vaigai##Option_D: Subarnarekha, Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna, Pennar, Cauvery and Vaigai##Answer:a##Explaination:Subarnarekha in Jharkhand and West Bengal, Mahanadi in Chhattisgarh and Orissa, Godavari in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh, Krishna and Pennar in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, Kaveri and Vaigai in Tamil Nadu are the east flowing rivers.##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List I List II (Mangrove) (State) A. Achra Ratnagiri 1. Karnataka B. Coondapur 2. Kerala C. Pichavaram 3. Andhra Pradesh D. Vembanad 4. Maharashtra 5. Tamil Nadu A B C D A B C D
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2, 1, 5 , 4
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4, 5, 3 , 2
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2, 5, 3 , 4
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2, 1, 5 , 4
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A. Achra Ratnagiri is located in Maharashtra. B. Coondapur is located in Karnataka. C. Pichavaram is located in Tamil Nadu. D. Vembanad is located in Kerala.
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d
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Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List I List II (Mangrove) (State) A. Achra Ratnagiri 1. Karnataka B. Coondapur 2. Kerala C. Pichavaram 3. Andhra Pradesh D. Vembanad 4. Maharashtra 5. Tamil Nadu A B C D A B C D##Option_A: 2, 1, 5 , 4 ###Option_B: 4, 5, 3 , 2 ##Option_C: 2, 5, 3 , 4 ##Option_D: 2, 1, 5 , 4 ##Answer:d##Explaination:A. Achra Ratnagiri is located in Maharashtra. B. Coondapur is located in Karnataka. C. Pichavaram is located in Tamil Nadu. D. Vembanad is located in Kerala.##Topic:Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Consider the following ecosystems 1. Taiga 2. Tropical evergreen 3. Tropical deciduous 4. Tundra The correct sequence in decreasing order of the albedo values of these ecosystems is
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1, 4, 3 ,2
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4, 1, 2 , 3
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4, 1, 3 ,2
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1, 4, 3 ,2
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The earth’s average albedo is 34%. But it varies according to the texture and colour of the surface. For fresh snow, the albedo is 85%, for forests, it is 5-10%. Accordingly, the order is Tundra – Taiga – Tropical evergreen – Tropical deciduous.
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c
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Others
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following ecosystems 1. Taiga 2. Tropical evergreen 3. Tropical deciduous 4. Tundra The correct sequence in decreasing order of the albedo values of these ecosystems is##Option_A: 1, 4, 3 ,2 ###Option_B: 4, 1, 2 , 3 ##Option_C: 4, 1, 3 ,2 ##Option_D: 1, 4, 3 ,2 ##Answer:c##Explaination:The earth’s average albedo is 34%. But it varies according to the texture and colour of the surface. For fresh snow, the albedo is 85%, for forests, it is 5-10%. Accordingly, the order is Tundra – Taiga – Tropical evergreen – Tropical deciduous.##Topic:Others##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following countries: 1. Albania 2. Bosnia Herzegovina 3. Croatia 4. Macedonia Which of these countries has/have Adriatic Sea as a bondary ?
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1 and 2 only
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1, 2 and 3 only
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4 only
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1 and 2 only
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Macedonia is a land locked country, whereas remaining 3 countries are having Adriatic sea as their boundary.
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b
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Map based questions from World
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following countries: 1. Albania 2. Bosnia Herzegovina 3. Croatia 4. Macedonia Which of these countries has/have Adriatic Sea as a bondary ? ##Option_A: 1 and 2 only ###Option_B: 1, 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 4 only ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only ##Answer:b##Explaination:Macedonia is a land locked country, whereas remaining 3 countries are having Adriatic sea as their boundary.##Topic:Map based questions from World##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Assertion (A): 60 0 – 65 o latitudes in both the hemispheres have a low pressure belt instead of high pressure. Reason (R): The low pressure areas are permanent over oceans rather than on land.
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A
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A is true but R is false
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Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
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Both statements are correct. But R is not correct reason for A. It is due to the rotational movement of the earth that these low and high pressure belts are formed.
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b
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Pressure and Pressure belts
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): 60 0 – 65 o latitudes in both the hemispheres have a low pressure belt instead of high pressure. Reason (R): The low pressure areas are permanent over oceans rather than on land.##Option_A: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A###Option_B: Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A##Option_C: A is true but R is false##Option_D: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A##Answer:b##Explaination:Both statements are correct. But R is not correct reason for A. It is due to the rotational movement of the earth that these low and high pressure belts are formed.##Topic:Pressure and Pressure belts##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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India’s population growth during the 20th century can be classified into four distinct phases. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List I (Period) List II (Period) (Phase) A. 1901-1921 1. Steady growth B. 1921-1951. 2. Rapid high growth C. 1951-1981. 3. Stagnant growth D. 1981-2011. 4. High growth with definite signs of slowdown A B C D A B C D
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3, 1, 4 ,2
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1, 3, 2 , 4
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3, 1, 2 ,4
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3, 1, 4 ,2
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c
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Population and Growth trends density, sex, ratio, literacy, tribes and racial groups in India
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:India’s population growth during the 20th century can be classified into four distinct phases. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List I (Period) List II (Period) (Phase) A. 1901-1921 1. Steady growth B. 1921-1951. 2. Rapid high growth C. 1951-1981. 3. Stagnant growth D. 1981-2011. 4. High growth with definite signs of slowdown A B C D A B C D##Option_A: 3, 1, 4 ,2 ###Option_B: 1, 3, 2 , 4 ##Option_C: 3, 1, 2 ,4 ##Option_D: 3, 1, 4 ,2 ##Answer:c##Explaination:##Topic:Population and Growth trends density, sex, ratio, literacy, tribes and racial groups in India##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Which one of the following statements is correct with reference to our solar system ?
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The Earth is the densest of all the planets in our solar system
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The predominant element in the composition of Earth is silicon
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The Sun contains 75 percent of the mass of the solar system
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The Earth is the densest of all the planets in our solar system
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The predominant element in the earth’s composition is ‘Fe’ (35%), while in the earth’s crust is Oxygen (46%). The Sun contains more than 99% of the mass of the Solar System. The diameter of the Sun is 109 times that of the Earth.
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a
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Origin and evolution of Universe, Solar system, Geological History of the Earth, Geological Time scale
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following statements is correct with reference to our solar system ?##Option_A: The Earth is the densest of all the planets in our solar system###Option_B: The predominant element in the composition of Earth is silicon##Option_C: The Sun contains 75 percent of the mass of the solar system##Option_D: The Earth is the densest of all the planets in our solar system##Answer:a##Explaination:The predominant element in the earth’s composition is ‘Fe’ (35%), while in the earth’s crust is Oxygen (46%). The Sun contains more than 99% of the mass of the Solar System. The diameter of the Sun is 109 times that of the Earth.##Topic:Origin and evolution of Universe, Solar system, Geological History of the Earth, Geological Time scale##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Consider the following countries : 1. Brazil 2. Indonesia 3. Japan 4. Russia What is the descending order of the size of the following countries population wise ?
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1, 2, 4 , 3
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2, 3, 1,4
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2, 1, 4 , 3
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1, 2, 4 , 3
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Indonesia (217 million) > Brazil (170 million) > Russia (146 million) > Japan (127 million).
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c
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World Population, density & distribution, races & tribes, settlements & migration
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following countries : 1. Brazil 2. Indonesia 3. Japan 4. Russia What is the descending order of the size of the following countries population wise ? ##Option_A: 1, 2, 4 , 3 ###Option_B: 2, 3, 1,4##Option_C: 2, 1, 4 , 3 ##Option_D: 1, 2, 4 , 3 ##Answer:c##Explaination:Indonesia (217 million) > Brazil (170 million) > Russia (146 million) > Japan (127 million).##Topic:World Population, density & distribution, races & tribes, settlements & migration##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I List II (Ethnic Community) (Country) A. Apatani 1. China B. Dayak 2. India C. Dinka 3. Indonesia D. Uighur 4. Sudan A B C D A B C D
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2 ,3 ,4, 1
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3, 2, 4 , 1
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2, 3, 1 ,4
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2 ,3 ,4, 1
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Apatani is the ethnic community of India (Arunachal Pradesh). Dyak is the ethnic community of Indonesia. Dinka is the ethnic community of Sudan (Africa). Uighur is the ethnic community of China.
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a
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World Population, density & distribution, races & tribes, settlements & migration
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I List II (Ethnic Community) (Country) A. Apatani 1. China B. Dayak 2. India C. Dinka 3. Indonesia D. Uighur 4. Sudan A B C D A B C D##Option_A: 2 ,3 ,4, 1 ###Option_B: 3, 2, 4 , 1 ##Option_C: 2, 3, 1 ,4 ##Option_D: 2 ,3 ,4, 1 ##Answer:a##Explaination:Apatani is the ethnic community of India (Arunachal Pradesh). Dyak is the ethnic community of Indonesia. Dinka is the ethnic community of Sudan (Africa). Uighur is the ethnic community of China.##Topic:World Population, density & distribution, races & tribes, settlements & migration##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Berber speaking community, frequently in the news, lives in
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Afghanistan
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Algeria
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Argentina
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Afghanistan
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b
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GS_Geography_unclassified
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Berber speaking community, frequently in the news, lives in ##Option_A: Afghanistan ###Option_B: Algeria##Option_C: Argentina ##Option_D: Afghanistan ##Answer:b##Explaination:##Topic:GS_Geography_unclassified##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:b
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Consider the following climatic and geographical phenomena :
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Condensation
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High temperature and humidity
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Orography
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Condensation
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The thunder cloud develops by all the above climatic and geographical phenomena. High temperature and humidity causes the wind to rise vertically, due to Orography or pressure of mountains. These winds get condensated and from Cumulonimbus clouds or thunder clouds.
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d
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Precipitation Forms & Types, Distribution of Rainfall
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following climatic and geographical phenomena :##Option_A:Condensation###Option_B:High temperature and humidity##Option_C:Orography##Option_D:Condensation##Answer:d##Explaination:The thunder cloud develops by all the above climatic and geographical phenomena. High temperature and humidity causes the wind to rise vertically, due to Orography or pressure of mountains. These winds get condensated and from Cumulonimbus clouds or thunder clouds.##Topic:Precipitation Forms & Types, Distribution of Rainfall##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Sun"s halo is produced by the refraction of light in:
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Water vapour in Stratus clouds
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Ice crystals in Cirro-Cumulus clouds
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Ice crystals in Cirrus clouds
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Water vapour in Stratus clouds
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Sun's halo is produced by the refraction of light in Ice crystals in cirrus clouds.
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c
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Precipitation Forms & Types, Distribution of Rainfall
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Sun"s halo is produced by the refraction of light in:##Option_A: Water vapour in Stratus clouds###Option_B: Ice crystals in Cirro-Cumulus clouds##Option_C: Ice crystals in Cirrus clouds##Option_D: Water vapour in Stratus clouds##Answer:c##Explaination:Sun's halo is produced by the refraction of light in Ice crystals in cirrus clouds.##Topic:Precipitation Forms & Types, Distribution of Rainfall##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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With reference to Indian transport systems, consider the following statements : Indian railway system is the largest in the world. National Highways cater to 45 percent of the total road transport demand. Among the states, Kerala has the highest density of surface road. National Highway No.7 is the longest in the country. Which of these statements are correct ?
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1 and 2 only
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Among the states Goa has the high density (153.8 km) of surfaced roads. National Highways are only 1.94% of the total length of roads, carries 40-45% of the total traffic across the length and breadth of the country. Indian Railway network is the largest in Asia and fourth largest in the world.
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d
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Transport and Communication -railways, highways, inland water transport, shipping and sea-ports, air transport
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Indian transport systems, consider the following statements : Indian railway system is the largest in the world. National Highways cater to 45 percent of the total road transport demand. Among the states, Kerala has the highest density of surface road. National Highway No.7 is the longest in the country. Which of these statements are correct ? ##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Among the states Goa has the high density (153.8 km) of surfaced roads. National Highways are only 1.94% of the total length of roads, carries 40-45% of the total traffic across the length and breadth of the country. Indian Railway network is the largest in Asia and fourth largest in the world.##Topic:Transport and Communication -railways, highways, inland water transport, shipping and sea-ports, air transport##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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With reference to Indian agriculture, which one of the following statement is correct ?
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About 90 percent of the area under pluses in India is rainfed
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The share of pulses in the gross cropped area at the national level has doubled in the last two decades
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India accounts for about 15 percent of the total area under rice in the world
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About 90 percent of the area under pluses in India is rainfed
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About 23% of grass cropped area of India is under Rice
Cultivation. Gross cropped area of pulses has increased from 19.09 million ha.
in 1950-51 to 20.0 million ha. In 2000-01.
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a
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Major Crops grown in India, Agro-Climatic Regions, Types of Cultivation and Farming
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Indian agriculture, which one of the following statement is correct ?##Option_A: About 90 percent of the area under pluses in India is rainfed###Option_B: The share of pulses in the gross cropped area at the national level has doubled in the last two decades##Option_C: India accounts for about 15 percent of the total area under rice in the world##Option_D: About 90 percent of the area under pluses in India is rainfed##Answer:a##Explaination:
About 23% of grass cropped area of India is under Rice
Cultivation. Gross cropped area of pulses has increased from 19.09 million ha.
in 1950-51 to 20.0 million ha. In 2000-01.
##Topic:Major Crops grown in India, Agro-Climatic Regions, Types of Cultivation and Farming##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Consider the following high yielding varieties of crops in India: 1. Arjun 2. Jaya 3. Padma 4. Sonalika Which of these are wheat ?
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1 and 2
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2 and 3
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1 and 4
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1 and 2
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Arjun and Sonalika are High Yielding Varieties (HYV) of wheat whereas Jaya and Padma are HYV of Rice.
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c
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Major Crops grown in India, Agro-Climatic Regions, Types of Cultivation and Farming
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following high yielding varieties of crops in India: 1. Arjun 2. Jaya 3. Padma 4. Sonalika Which of these are wheat ? ##Option_A: 1 and 2 ###Option_B: 2 and 3 ##Option_C: 1 and 4 ##Option_D: 1 and 2 ##Answer:c##Explaination:Arjun and Sonalika are High Yielding Varieties (HYV) of wheat whereas Jaya and Padma are HYV of Rice.##Topic:Major Crops grown in India, Agro-Climatic Regions, Types of Cultivation and Farming##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following countries of South Asia : 1. Bangladesh 2. India 3. Pakistan 4. Sri Lanka the descending order of literacy status of these countries is :
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4, 2, 1 , 3
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2, 4, 3 ,1
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4, 2, 3 ,1
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4, 2, 1 , 3
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The literacy percentage of the given Asian countries are – Srilanka (90.7%) > India (64.8%) > Pakistan (40.9%) > Bangladesh (38.9%).
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c
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World Population, density & distribution, races & tribes, settlements & migration
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following countries of South Asia : 1. Bangladesh 2. India 3. Pakistan 4. Sri Lanka the descending order of literacy status of these countries is :##Option_A: 4, 2, 1 , 3 ###Option_B: 2, 4, 3 ,1##Option_C: 4, 2, 3 ,1 ##Option_D: 4, 2, 1 , 3 ##Answer:c##Explaination:The literacy percentage of the given Asian countries are – Srilanka (90.7%) > India (64.8%) > Pakistan (40.9%) > Bangladesh (38.9%).##Topic:World Population, density & distribution, races & tribes, settlements & migration##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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The average annual temperature of a meteorological station is 26 o C, its average annual rainfall is 63 cm and the annual range to temperature is 9 o C. The station in question is ?
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Allahabad
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Chennai
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Cherrapunji
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Allahabad
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Allahabad Station has average annual temperature of 260C, average annual rainfall of 63 cm and the annual range of temperature of 90C. Remaining three stations are located in high rainfall regions of more than 200 cm.
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a
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Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The average annual temperature of a meteorological station is 26 o C, its average annual rainfall is 63 cm and the annual range to temperature is 9 o C. The station in question is ?##Option_A: Allahabad ###Option_B: Chennai##Option_C: Cherrapunji ##Option_D: Allahabad ##Answer:a##Explaination:Allahabad Station has average annual temperature of 260C, average annual rainfall of 63 cm and the annual range of temperature of 90C. Remaining three stations are located in high rainfall regions of more than 200 cm.##Topic:Spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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In the case of election to the Lok Sabha, the amount of Security deposited for general category candidates and SC/St category candidates respectively is
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Rs. 5,000 and Rs. 2,500
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Rs. 10,000 and Rs. 2,500
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Rs. 15,000 and Rs. 5,000
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Rs. 5,000 and Rs. 2,500
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Every candidate has to make a deposit of Rs. 10,000 for Lok Sabha and 5,000 for the Rajya Sabha elections, except for candidates from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes who pay half of these amounts.
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c
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Working of the Lok Sabha
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the case of election to the Lok Sabha, the amount of Security deposited for general category candidates and SC/St category candidates respectively is ##Option_A: Rs. 5,000 and Rs. 2,500 ###Option_B: Rs. 10,000 and Rs. 2,500##Option_C: Rs. 15,000 and Rs. 5,000 ##Option_D: Rs. 5,000 and Rs. 2,500 ##Answer:c##Explaination:Every candidate has to make a deposit of Rs. 10,000 for Lok Sabha and 5,000 for the Rajya Sabha elections, except for candidates from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes who pay half of these amounts.##Topic:Working of the Lok Sabha##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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The world’s highest ground based telescopic observatory is located in
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Colombia
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India
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Nepal
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Colombia
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The world’s highest ground based telescopic observatory is located in Ladakh of Jammu and Kashmir in India.
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b
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Others
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The world’s highest ground based telescopic observatory is located in##Option_A: Colombia ###Option_B: India##Option_C: Nepal ##Option_D: Colombia ##Answer:b##Explaination:The world’s highest ground based telescopic observatory is located in Ladakh of Jammu and Kashmir in India.##Topic:Others##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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With reference to India, which one of the following statements is not correct ?
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About one-third of the area of the country records more than 750 millimetres of annual rainfall
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The dominant source of irrigation in the country is wells
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Alluvial soil is the predominant type of soil in the northern plains of the country
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About one-third of the area of the country records more than 750 millimetres of annual rainfall
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The average rainfall in India is about 125 cm. So more than one-third of the area of the country records more than 750 milimetres of annual rainfall. Remaining three statements are correct.
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a
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Classification of Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to India, which one of the following statements is not correct ?##Option_A: About one-third of the area of the country records more than 750 millimetres of annual rainfall###Option_B: The dominant source of irrigation in the country is wells##Option_C: Alluvial soil is the predominant type of soil in the northern plains of the country##Option_D: About one-third of the area of the country records more than 750 millimetres of annual rainfall##Answer:a##Explaination:The average rainfall in India is about 125 cm. So more than one-third of the area of the country records more than 750 milimetres of annual rainfall. Remaining three statements are correct.##Topic:Classification of Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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For short-term climatic predictions, which one of the following events, detected in the last decade, is associated with occasional weak monsoon rains in the Indian sub-continent ?
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La Nina
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Movement of Jet Streams
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El Nino and Southern Oscillation
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La Nina
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El Nino and Southern oscillation are the reasons associated with occasional weak monsoon rains in Indian sub-continent. El Nino is a warm oceanic current of pacific ocean, near Peru coast of s. America.
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c
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Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:For short-term climatic predictions, which one of the following events, detected in the last decade, is associated with occasional weak monsoon rains in the Indian sub-continent ?##Option_A: La Nina###Option_B: Movement of Jet Streams##Option_C: El Nino and Southern Oscillation##Option_D: La Nina##Answer:c##Explaination:El Nino and Southern oscillation are the reasons associated with occasional weak monsoon rains in Indian sub-continent. El Nino is a warm oceanic current of pacific ocean, near Peru coast of s. America.##Topic:Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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HINDALCO, an aluminium factory located at Renukut owes its site basically to
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Proximity of raw materials
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Abudant supply of power
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Efficient transport network
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Proximity of raw materials
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HINDALCO owed its site basically to abundant supply of power. It obtains power from Rihand power house, which is nearer to this aluminium factory. Its bauxite mines are situated at Lohardaga in Bihar, and Amarkantak region of Madhya Pradesh. HINDALCO was set up in 1958 at Renukut (about 160 km from Mirzapur) in Uttar Pradesh.
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b
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Industriestypes and their locational factors
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:HINDALCO, an aluminium factory located at Renukut owes its site basically to##Option_A: Proximity of raw materials###Option_B: Abudant supply of power##Option_C: Efficient transport network##Option_D: Proximity of raw materials##Answer:b##Explaination:HINDALCO owed its site basically to abundant supply of power. It obtains power from Rihand power house, which is nearer to this aluminium factory. Its bauxite mines are situated at Lohardaga in Bihar, and Amarkantak region of Madhya Pradesh. HINDALCO was set up in 1958 at Renukut (about 160 km from Mirzapur) in Uttar Pradesh.##Topic:Industriestypes and their locational factors##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I (Ancient site) List I (Archaeological finding) A. Lothal 1. Ploughed field B. Kalibangam 2. Dockyard C. Dholavaria 3. Terracotta replica of a plough D. Banawali 4. An inscription comprising ten large sized signs of the Harappan script Select the correct answer using the code given below. A B C D A B C D
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1 2 3 4
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2 1 4 3
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1 2 4 3
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1 2 3 4
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Ancient site Archaeological Finding Lothal - Dockyard Kalibangam - Ploughed field Dholawali - In inscription comprising ten large sized signs of the Harappan script - Terracotta replica of a plough.
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b
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Harappan / Indus Valley Civilization
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I (Ancient site) List I (Archaeological finding) A. Lothal 1. Ploughed field B. Kalibangam 2. Dockyard C. Dholavaria 3. Terracotta replica of a plough D. Banawali 4. An inscription comprising ten large sized signs of the Harappan script Select the correct answer using the code given below. A B C D A B C D##Option_A: 1 2 3 4 ###Option_B: 2 1 4 3 ##Option_C: 1 2 4 3 ##Option_D: 1 2 3 4 ##Answer:b##Explaination:Ancient site Archaeological Finding Lothal - Dockyard Kalibangam - Ploughed field Dholawali - In inscription comprising ten large sized signs of the Harappan script - Terracotta replica of a plough.##Topic:Harappan / Indus Valley Civilization##Subject:Geography##Answer:b
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