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Consider the following statements: 1. Most magmas are a combination of liquid, solid and gas. 2. Water vapour and carbon dioxide are the principal gases dissolve in a magma. 3. Basaltic magma is hotter than the silicic magma. 4. The magma solidified between sedimentary rocks in a horizontal position is known as dike. Which of these statements are correct ?
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1, 2 and 3
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2, 3 and 4
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1 and 4
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1, 2 and 3
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1, 2, 3 statements are correct but not 4. Because, the magma solidified between sedimentary rocks in a horizontal position is known as “Sill”, but not Dyke (Dyke – solidification in vertical position).
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a
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Internal forces & their impact Volcanoes,
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. Most magmas are a combination of liquid, solid and gas. 2. Water vapour and carbon dioxide are the principal gases dissolve in a magma. 3. Basaltic magma is hotter than the silicic magma. 4. The magma solidified between sedimentary rocks in a horizontal position is known as dike. Which of these statements are correct ? ##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 ###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4 ##Option_C: 1 and 4 ##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 ##Answer:a##Explaination:1, 2, 3 statements are correct but not 4. Because, the magma solidified between sedimentary rocks in a horizontal position is known as “Sill”, but not Dyke (Dyke – solidification in vertical position).##Topic:Internal forces & their impact Volcanoes,##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Volcanic eruptions do not occur in the
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Baltic Sea
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Black Sea
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Caribbean Sea
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Baltic Sea
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Volcanic eruption do not occur in the Baltic Sea.
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a
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Important physical features & regions of the world
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Volcanic eruptions do not occur in the##Option_A: Baltic Sea ###Option_B: Black Sea##Option_C: Caribbean Sea ##Option_D: Baltic Sea ##Answer:a##Explaination:Volcanic eruption do not occur in the Baltic Sea.##Topic:Important physical features & regions of the world##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Which one of the following weather conditions is indicated by a sudden fall in barometer reading?
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Stormy weather
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Calm weather
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Cold and dry weather
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Stormy weather
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Stormy weather condition is indicated by a sudden fall in barometer reading. Because decrease of pressure indicates the advent of storms.
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a
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Air Masses, Cyclones and anti-cyclones
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following weather conditions is indicated by a sudden fall in barometer reading?##Option_A: Stormy weather###Option_B: Calm weather##Option_C: Cold and dry weather##Option_D: Stormy weather##Answer:a##Explaination:Stormy weather condition is indicated by a sudden fall in barometer reading. Because decrease of pressure indicates the advent of storms.##Topic:Air Masses, Cyclones and anti-cyclones##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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The temperature and rainfall of a meteorological station are given below: Temperature (0C) Rainfall (cm) J 9.4 12.2 F 10.6 9.1 M 11.7 7.9 A 12.2 2.5 M 13.3 1.8 J 13.9 0.3 J 13.9 - A 14.4 - S 15.6 0.8 O 15.0 2.5 N 13.3 6.1 D 10.6 11.7 Average Temperature : 12.80C Average Rainfall : 54.9 cm per annum Identify the region having the above climatic pattern from amongst the following:
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Mediterranean region
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Monsoon region
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Steppe region
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Mediterranean region
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Concentration of rainfall in winter and dry, warm summers is the characteristic of Mediterranean or western margin climate.
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a
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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:The temperature and rainfall of a meteorological station are given below: Temperature (0C) Rainfall (cm) J 9.4 12.2 F 10.6 9.1 M 11.7 7.9 A 12.2 2.5 M 13.3 1.8 J 13.9 0.3 J 13.9 - A 14.4 - S 15.6 0.8 O 15.0 2.5 N 13.3 6.1 D 10.6 11.7 Average Temperature : 12.80C Average Rainfall : 54.9 cm per annum Identify the region having the above climatic pattern from amongst the following:##Option_A: Mediterranean region###Option_B: Monsoon region##Option_C: Steppe region##Option_D: Mediterranean region##Answer:a##Explaination:Concentration of rainfall in winter and dry, warm summers is the characteristic of Mediterranean or western margin climate.##Topic:Precipitation Forms & Types, Distribution of Rainfall##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Consider the following statements regarding the earthquakes: The intensity of earthquake is measured on Mercalli Scale. The magnitude of an earthquake is a measure of energy released. Earthquake magnitudes are based on direct measurements of the amplitude of seismic waves. In the Richter Scale, each whole number demonstrate a hundredfold increase in the amount of energy released. Which of these statements are correct?
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1, 2 and 3
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2, 3 and 4
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1 and 4
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1, 2 and 3
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1, 2, 3 statements are correct but not 4. Because in the Richter scale, each whole number demonstrates a ten fold increase in the amount of energy.
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a
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Earthquakes, Folding, Faulting, Isostasy
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the earthquakes: The intensity of earthquake is measured on Mercalli Scale. The magnitude of an earthquake is a measure of energy released. Earthquake magnitudes are based on direct measurements of the amplitude of seismic waves. In the Richter Scale, each whole number demonstrate a hundredfold increase in the amount of energy released. Which of these statements are correct?##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4##Option_C: 1 and 4##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3##Answer:a##Explaination:1, 2, 3 statements are correct but not 4. Because in the Richter scale, each whole number demonstrates a ten fold increase in the amount of energy.##Topic:Earthquakes, Folding, Faulting, Isostasy##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 (Local Wind) List II (Region) A. Fohn 1. Argentina B. Samun 2. Kurdistan C. Santa Ana 3. California D. Zonda 4. Alps
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A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
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A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1
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A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1
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A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
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The local wind Fohn in Alps region, Samun in Kurdistan, Santa Ara in California and Zonda in Argentina.
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b
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Winds Planetary, Seasonal and Local; Jet Streams
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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 (Local Wind) List II (Region) A. Fohn 1. Argentina B. Samun 2. Kurdistan C. Santa Ana 3. California D. Zonda 4. Alps ##Option_A:A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3 ###Option_B:A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1##Option_C:A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1##Option_D:A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3 ##Answer:b##Explaination:The local wind Fohn in Alps region, Samun in Kurdistan, Santa Ara in California and Zonda in Argentina.##Topic:Winds Planetary, Seasonal and Local; Jet Streams##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Who among the following presided over the Buddhist Council held during the reign of Kanishka at Kashmir?
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Parsva
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Nagarjuna
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Sudraka
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Parsva
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1st Council (Rajagriha) – Mahakassapa (Ajatashatru) 2nd Council (Vaisali) – Sabakami (Kalashoka) 3rd Council (Pataliputra) – Mogaliputta Tissa (Ashoka) 4th Council (Kashmir) – Vasumitra during the reign of Kanishka.
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d
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Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan Age
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who among the following presided over the Buddhist Council held during the reign of Kanishka at Kashmir?##Option_A:Parsva ###Option_B:Nagarjuna##Option_C:Sudraka ##Option_D:Parsva ##Answer:d##Explaination:1st Council (Rajagriha) – Mahakassapa (Ajatashatru) 2nd Council (Vaisali) – Sabakami (Kalashoka) 3rd Council (Pataliputra) – Mogaliputta Tissa (Ashoka) 4th Council (Kashmir) – Vasumitra during the reign of Kanishka.##Topic:Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan Age##Subject:Geography##Answer:d
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Which one of the following animals was NOT represented on the seals and terracotta art of the Harappan culture?
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Cow
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Elephant
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Rhinoceros
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Cow
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Cow was not represented on the seals and terracotta art of the Harappan Culture.
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a
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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:Which one of the following animals was NOT represented on the seals and terracotta art of the Harappan culture?##Option_A: Cow###Option_B: Elephant##Option_C: Rhinoceros##Option_D: Cow##Answer:a##Explaination:Cow was not represented on the seals and terracotta art of the Harappan Culture.##Topic:Harappan / Indus Valley Civilization##Subject:Geography##Answer:a
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Which of the following is correct about the Treaty of Pelindaba?
1. It aims at preventing nuclear proliferation and strategic minerals of Africa from being exported freely.
2. This treaty has barred Namibia from supplying uranium to India.
3. Namibia has recently withdrawn from this treaty.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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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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Statement 1 is correct as The Pelindaba Treaty signed in 1996, also known as the African Nuclear Weapon Free Zone Treaty, aims at preventing nuclear proliferation and preventing strategic minerals of Africa from being exported freely. The treaty was signed in 1996 and came into effect with the 28th ratification on 15 July 2009.
Statement 2 is also correct as Namibia being a member of the African Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone Treaty (ANWFZT), it is barred from trading in uranium with India, which is not a signatory of Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Statement is incorrect as Namibia has not withdrawn rather it has asked India to come up with similar agreements with other countries to help it convince the
ANWFZT members.
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a
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India-AFRICA
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Civil Engineering
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following is correct about the Treaty of Pelindaba?
1. It aims at preventing nuclear proliferation and strategic minerals of Africa from being exported freely.
2. This treaty has barred Namibia from supplying uranium to India.
3. Namibia has recently withdrawn from this treaty.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
##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:a##Explaination:
Statement 1 is correct as The Pelindaba Treaty signed in 1996, also known as the African Nuclear Weapon Free Zone Treaty, aims at preventing nuclear proliferation and preventing strategic minerals of Africa from being exported freely. The treaty was signed in 1996 and came into effect with the 28th ratification on 15 July 2009.
Statement 2 is also correct as Namibia being a member of the African Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone Treaty (ANWFZT), it is barred from trading in uranium with India, which is not a signatory of Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Statement is incorrect as Namibia has not withdrawn rather it has asked India to come up with similar agreements with other countries to help it convince the
ANWFZT members.
##Topic:India-AFRICA##Subject:Civil Engineering##Answer:a
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Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched?
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Harappan Civilization : Painted Grey Ware
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The Kushans : Gandhara School of Art
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The Mughals : Ajantha Paintings
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Harappan Civilization : Painted Grey Ware
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Gandhara School of Art flourished during Kushan period.
Harappan Civilization – Black on red pottery.
Vedic Period – Painted Grey ware.
Guptas – Ajanta paintings.
Mughals – Pahari school of painting.
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b
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Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan Age
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched?##Option_A: Harappan Civilization : Painted Grey Ware###Option_B: The Kushans : Gandhara School of Art##Option_C: The Mughals : Ajantha Paintings##Option_D: Harappan Civilization : Painted Grey Ware##Answer:b##Explaination:Gandhara School of Art flourished during Kushan period.
Harappan Civilization – Black on red pottery.
Vedic Period – Painted Grey ware.
Guptas – Ajanta paintings.
Mughals – Pahari school of painting.##Topic:Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan Age##Subject:Geography##Answer:b
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Assertion (A): Harshavardhana convened the Prayag Assembly. Reason (R): He wanted to popularise only the Mahayana form of Buddhism.
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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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Harshavardhana convened the Prayag Assembly to popularize himself among his people. To popularize Mahayana of Buddhism at the instinct of Huen-Tsang, he called on a Conference at Kannauj.
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b
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Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan Age
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): Harshavardhana convened the Prayag Assembly. Reason (R): He wanted to popularise only the Mahayana form of Buddhism.##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:Harshavardhana convened the Prayag Assembly to popularize himself among his people. To popularize Mahayana of Buddhism at the instinct of Huen-Tsang, he called on a Conference at Kannauj.##Topic:Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan Age##Subject:Geography##Answer:b
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Which one of Chola kings conquered Ceylon?
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Aditya I
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Rajaraja I
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Rajendra
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Aditya I
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Rajaraja-I attacked and conquered Ceylon and later by Rajendra-I under whom the Ceylon was completely subjugated.
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b
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Guptas Age & Post Guptas Age
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of Chola kings conquered Ceylon? ##Option_A: Aditya I ###Option_B:Rajaraja I##Option_C: Rajendra ##Option_D: Aditya I ##Answer:b##Explaination:Rajaraja-I attacked and conquered Ceylon and later by Rajendra-I under whom the Ceylon was completely subjugated.##Topic:Guptas Age & Post Guptas Age##Subject:Geography##Answer:b
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Hoysala monuments are found in
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Hampi and Hospet
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Halebid and Belur
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Mysore and Bangalore
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Hampi and Hospet
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Hoysala monuments were found in Halebid and Belur. Hoysalas capital city was ‘Halebid’.
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b
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Early Medieval Period: North India and South India
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Hoysala monuments are found in##Option_A: Hampi and Hospet###Option_B: Halebid and Belur##Option_C: Mysore and Bangalore##Option_D: Hampi and Hospet##Answer:b##Explaination:Hoysala monuments were found in Halebid and Belur. Hoysalas capital city was ‘Halebid’.##Topic:Early Medieval Period: North India and South India##Subject:Geography##Answer:b
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Math List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I (Bhakti Saint) List II (Profession) A. Namdev 1. Barber B. Kabir. 2. Weaver C. Ravidas 3. Tailor D. Sena 4. Cobbler
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A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4
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A-3, B-2, C-4, D-1
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A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4
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A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4
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Namdev – Tailor, Ravidas – Cobbler, Kabir – Weaver, Sena – Barber
All of the above Bhakti saints were disciples of Swami Ramanand.
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b
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Religion and Philosophy
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Geology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Math List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I (Bhakti Saint) List II (Profession) A. Namdev 1. Barber B. Kabir. 2. Weaver C. Ravidas 3. Tailor D. Sena 4. Cobbler ##Option_A:A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4 ###Option_B:A-3, B-2, C-4, D-1##Option_C:A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4 ##Option_D:A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4 ##Answer:b##Explaination:Namdev – Tailor, Ravidas – Cobbler, Kabir – Weaver, Sena – Barber
All of the above Bhakti saints were disciples of Swami Ramanand.##Topic:Religion and Philosophy##Subject:Geology##Answer:b
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Consider the following statements regarding Reserve Bank of India: It is a banker to the Central Government. It formulates and administers monetary policy. It acts as an agent of the Government in respect of India"s membership of IMF. It handles the borrowing programme of government of India. 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, 2, 3 and 4
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1 and 2
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Some of the functions of RBI are: Banker to the Central Government. Formulates and administers Monetary Policy. Bank of issue. Bankers to the bank. Custodian of foreign exchange. Controller of credit. Banker, agent and financial adviser to the State.
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a
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Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.)
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Reserve Bank of India: It is a banker to the Central Government. It formulates and administers monetary policy. It acts as an agent of the Government in respect of India"s membership of IMF. It handles the borrowing programme of government of India. Which of these statements are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4##Option_C: 1, 2, 3 and 4##Option_D: 1 and 2##Answer:a##Explaination:Some of the functions of RBI are: Banker to the Central Government. Formulates and administers Monetary Policy. Bank of issue. Bankers to the bank. Custodian of foreign exchange. Controller of credit. Banker, agent and financial adviser to the State.##Topic:Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.)##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:a
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Consider the following schemes launched by the Union Government: 1. Antyodaya Anna Yojana 2. Gram Sadak Yojana 3. Sarvapriya 4. Jawahar Gram Samriddhi Yojana Which of these were announced in the year 2000?
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1 and 2
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2 and 4
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3 and 4
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1 and 2
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Antyodaya Anna Yojana – 2000 Gram Sadak Yojana – 2000 Sarvapriya – 2001 Jawahar Gram Samriddhi Yojana – 1999.
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a
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Initiatives taken by Govt
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following schemes launched by the Union Government: 1. Antyodaya Anna Yojana 2. Gram Sadak Yojana 3. Sarvapriya 4. Jawahar Gram Samriddhi Yojana Which of these were announced in the year 2000?##Option_A: 1 and 2 ###Option_B: 2 and 4##Option_C: 3 and 4 ##Option_D: 1 and 2 ##Answer:a##Explaination:Antyodaya Anna Yojana – 2000 Gram Sadak Yojana – 2000 Sarvapriya – 2001 Jawahar Gram Samriddhi Yojana – 1999.##Topic:Initiatives taken by Govt##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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Consider the following factors regarding an industry: Capital investments Business turnover Labour force Power consumption Which of these determine the nature and size of the industry?
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1, 3 and 4
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1, 2 and 4
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2, 3 and 4
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1, 3 and 4
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Capital investment, Labour force and Power consumption are the factors which denote the nature and size of the industry.
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a
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Misc Economic Issues
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following factors regarding an industry: Capital investments Business turnover Labour force Power consumption Which of these determine the nature and size of the industry?##Option_A: 1, 3 and 4###Option_B: 1, 2 and 4##Option_C: 2, 3 and 4##Option_D: 1, 3 and 4##Answer:a##Explaination:Capital investment, Labour force and Power consumption are the factors which denote the nature and size of the industry.##Topic:Misc Economic Issues##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:a
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The most appropriate measure of a country"s economic growth is its
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Gross Domestic Product
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Net Domestic Product
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Net National Product
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Gross Domestic Product
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The most appropriate measure of the country's economic growth is its "per capita Real income" which is also denoted as NNP at factor cost population.
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d
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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:The most appropriate measure of a country"s economic growth is its##Option_A: Gross Domestic Product###Option_B: Net Domestic Product##Option_C: Net National Product##Option_D: Gross Domestic Product##Answer:d##Explaination:The most appropriate measure of the country's economic growth is its "per capita Real income" which is also denoted as NNP at factor cost population.##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: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 (Term) List II (Explanation) A. Fiscal deficit 1. Excess of total Expenditure over Total Receipts B. Budget deficit 2. Excess of Revenue Expenditure over Revenue Receipts C. Revenue deficit 3. Excess of Total Expenditure over Total Receipts less borrowings D. Primary deficit 4. Excess of Total Expenditure over Total Receipts less borrowings and and Interest Payment.
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A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4
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A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1
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A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
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A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4
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A. Fiscal deficit - Excess of Total Expenditure over total Receipts less borrowings. B. Budget deficit - Excess of Total Expenditure over Total Receipts. C. Revenue deficit - Excess of Revenue Expenditure over Revenue Receipts. D. Primary deficit - Excess of Total Expenditure over Total Receipts less borrowings Receipts less borrowings and Internet Payments.
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a
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Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object
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Anthropology
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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 (Term) List II (Explanation) A. Fiscal deficit 1. Excess of total Expenditure over Total Receipts B. Budget deficit 2. Excess of Revenue Expenditure over Revenue Receipts C. Revenue deficit 3. Excess of Total Expenditure over Total Receipts less borrowings D. Primary deficit 4. Excess of Total Expenditure over Total Receipts less borrowings and and Interest Payment. ##Option_A:A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4###Option_B:A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1##Option_C:A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4##Option_D:A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4##Answer:a##Explaination:A. Fiscal deficit - Excess of Total Expenditure over total Receipts less borrowings. B. Budget deficit - Excess of Total Expenditure over Total Receipts. C. Revenue deficit - Excess of Revenue Expenditure over Revenue Receipts. D. Primary deficit - Excess of Total Expenditure over Total Receipts less borrowings Receipts less borrowings and Internet Payments.##Topic:Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:a
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Consider the following organizations:
1. International Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
2. International Finance Corporation.
3. International Fund for Agricultural Development.
4. International Monetary Fund.
Which of these are agencies of the United Nations?
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1 and 2
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2 and 3
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3 and 4
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1 and 2
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All the above organisations i.e., IBRD, IFC, IFAD and IMF are the agencies of UNO. IMF and World Bank/IBRD were established in 1945 with the result of Brettonwood’s agreement. IFC was established in 1956 as a subsidiary to World Bank.
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d
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No_topic
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following organizations:
1. International Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
2. International Finance Corporation.
3. International Fund for Agricultural Development.
4. International Monetary Fund.
Which of these are agencies of the United Nations?##Option_A:1 and 2 ###Option_B:2 and 3##Option_C:3 and 4 ##Option_D:1 and 2 ##Answer:d##Explaination:
All the above organisations i.e., IBRD, IFC, IFAD and IMF are the agencies of UNO. IMF and World Bank/IBRD were established in 1945 with the result of Brettonwood’s agreement. IFC was established in 1956 as a subsidiary to World Bank.
##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:d
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The Union Budget 2000 awarded a Tax Holiday for the North-Eastern Region to promote industrialization for:
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5 years
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7 years
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9 years
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5 years
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The Union Budget 2000 awarded a Tax holiday of 5 years for NE Region to promote Industrialization.
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a
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Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Union Budget 2000 awarded a Tax Holiday for the North-Eastern Region to promote industrialization for:##Option_A: 5 years ###Option_B: 7 years##Option_C: 9 years ##Option_D: 5 years ##Answer:a##Explaination:The Union Budget 2000 awarded a Tax holiday of 5 years for NE Region to promote Industrialization.##Topic:Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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Consider the following taxes:
Corporation tax.
Customs duty.
Wealth tax.
Excise duty
Which of these is/are indirect taxes?
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1 only
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2 and 4 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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nan
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b
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Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following taxes:
Corporation tax.
Customs duty.
Wealth tax.
Excise duty
Which of these is/are indirect taxes?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 and 4 only##Option_C:1 and 3 only##Option_D:1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:nan##Topic:Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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The largest share of Foreign Direct Investment (1997 – 2000) went to
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Food and food-product sector
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Engineering sector
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Electronics and electric equipment sector
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Food and food-product sector
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The largest share of Foreign Direct Investment (1997-2000) went to engineering sector.
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b
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Economic Reforms since 1991: End of license Raj, Liberalization, Privatisation and Globalisation, FDI, FII, issues, challenges etc.
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The largest share of Foreign Direct Investment (1997 – 2000) went to##Option_A: Food and food-product sector###Option_B: Engineering sector##Option_C: Electronics and electric equipment sector##Option_D: Food and food-product sector##Answer:b##Explaination:The largest share of Foreign Direct Investment (1997-2000) went to engineering sector.##Topic:Economic Reforms since 1991: End of license Raj, Liberalization, Privatisation and Globalisation, FDI, FII, issues, challenges etc.##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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The earlier name of WTO was:
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UNCTAD
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GATT
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UNIDO
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UNCTAD
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Uruguay Round talks of General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs (GATT) in 1994 led to the foundation for World Trade Organization (WTO) in 1995 with its head quarters at Geneva, Switzerland.
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b
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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:The earlier name of WTO was:##Option_A: UNCTAD ###Option_B: GATT##Option_C: UNIDO ##Option_D: UNCTAD ##Answer:b##Explaination:Uruguay Round talks of General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs (GATT) in 1994 led to the foundation for World Trade Organization (WTO) in 1995 with its head quarters at Geneva, Switzerland.##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:b
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Which of the following committees examined and suggested Financial Sector reforms?
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Abid Hussain Committee
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Bhagwati Committee
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Chellaih Committee
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Abid Hussain Committee
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Narasimhan Committee is related to Financial sector reforms (Banking Sector Reforms).
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d
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Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following committees examined and suggested Financial Sector reforms?##Option_A: Abid Hussain Committee###Option_B: Bhagwati Committee##Option_C: Chellaih Committee##Option_D: Abid Hussain Committee##Answer:d##Explaination:Narasimhan Committee is related to Financial sector reforms (Banking Sector Reforms).##Topic:Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:d
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The new series of Wholesale Price Index (WPI) released by the Government of India is with reference to the base prices of.
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1981 – 82
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1990 – 91
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1993 – 94
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1981 – 82
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The new series of Wholesale Price Index (WPI) released by the Government of India is with reference to the base prices of 1993-94. Earlier, it was with 1981-82.
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c
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Inflation: Definition, Inflationary Gap and Inflationary Process, Inflation Cycles: Demand Pull Inflation, Cost Push Inflation, Causes of Inflation, Inflation Control measures
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The new series of Wholesale Price Index (WPI) released by the Government of India is with reference to the base prices of.
##Option_A: 1981 – 82 ###Option_B: 1990 – 91
##Option_C: 1993 – 94 ##Option_D: 1981 – 82 ##Answer:c##Explaination:
The new series of Wholesale Price Index (WPI) released by the Government of India is with reference to the base prices of 1993-94. Earlier, it was with 1981-82.
##Topic:Inflation: Definition, Inflationary Gap and Inflationary Process, Inflation Cycles: Demand Pull Inflation, Cost Push Inflation, Causes of Inflation, Inflation Control measures##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:c
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The term National Income represents:
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Gross national product at market prices minus depreciation
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Gross national product at market prices minus depreciation plus net factor income from abroad
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Gross national product at market prices minus depreciation and indirect taxes plus subsidies
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Gross national product at market prices minus depreciation
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National Income represents GNP at market prices minus depreciation and indirect taxes plus subsidies.
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c
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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:The term National Income represents:##Option_A: Gross national product at market prices minus depreciation###Option_B: Gross national product at market prices minus depreciation plus net factor income from abroad##Option_C: Gross national product at market prices minus depreciation and indirect taxes plus subsidies##Option_D: Gross national product at market prices minus depreciation##Answer:c##Explaination:
National Income represents GNP at market prices minus depreciation and indirect taxes plus subsidies.
##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:c
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Assertion (A): India’s software exports increased at an average growth rate of 50% since 1995-96.
Reason (R): Indian software companies were cost-effective and maintained international quality.
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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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India’s software exports increased at an average growth rate of 50% since 1995-96 which is due to cost effective nature of Indian Software Companies and maintenance of quality.
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a
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Trade Policy, Product wise trade, Region wise trade, Subsidy boxes, WTO related issues and India
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): India’s software exports increased at an average growth rate of 50% since 1995-96.
Reason (R): Indian software companies were cost-effective and maintained international quality.
##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:
India’s software exports increased at an average growth rate of 50% since 1995-96 which is due to cost effective nature of Indian Software Companies and maintenance of quality.
##Topic:Trade Policy, Product wise trade, Region wise trade, Subsidy boxes, WTO related issues and India##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:a
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Assertion (A): Ceiling on foreign exchange for a host of current account transaction heads was lowered in the year 2000.
Reason (R): There was a fall in foreign currency assets also.
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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 A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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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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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): Ceiling on foreign exchange for a host of current account transaction heads was lowered in the year 2000.
Reason (R): There was a fall in foreign currency assets also.
##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:
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
##Topic:Balance of Payments: Definition, Current and Capital Accounts, Convertibility, Items Included in BoP, BoP and BoT##Subject:Anthropology##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 (Publisher) List II (Publication) A. Ministry of industry. 1. Report on Currency and Finance B. Central Statistical Organization. 2. Economic Survey C. Reserve Bank of India. 3. Wholesale Price Index D. Ministry of Finance. 4. National Accounts Statistics
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A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1
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A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
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A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2
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A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1
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A – 3, B – 4, C – 1, D – 2
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b
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Misc Economic Issues
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Anthropology
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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 (Publisher) List II (Publication) A. Ministry of industry. 1. Report on Currency and Finance B. Central Statistical Organization. 2. Economic Survey C. Reserve Bank of India. 3. Wholesale Price Index D. Ministry of Finance. 4. National Accounts Statistics##Option_A:A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1 ###Option_B:A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2##Option_C:A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2 ##Option_D:A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1 ##Answer:b##Explaination:A – 3, B – 4, C – 1, D – 2##Topic:Misc Economic Issues##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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In which one of the following cities is the Lingaraja Temple located?
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Bhubaneshwar
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Bijapur
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Kolkata
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Bhubaneshwar
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Lingaraja temple located at Bhubaneshwar. It was dedicated to Shiva (Mukteshwara temple) built by ‘Chodaganga’.
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a
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Architecture
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Geology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In which one of the following cities is the Lingaraja Temple located?##Option_A: Bhubaneshwar ###Option_B: Bijapur##Option_C: Kolkata ##Option_D: Bhubaneshwar ##Answer:a##Explaination:Lingaraja temple located at Bhubaneshwar. It was dedicated to Shiva (Mukteshwara temple) built by ‘Chodaganga’.##Topic:Architecture##Subject:Geology##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 (Dancer) List II (Dance) A. Kalamandalam Kshemavaty : 1. Kathakali B. Kottakkai Sivaraman : 2. Manipuri C. Lakshmi Viswanathan : 3. Mohiniattam D. N Madhabi Devi : 4. Bharatanatyam
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A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
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A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
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A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2
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A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
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Kalamandalam Kshemavaty - Mohiniattam Kottakkal Sivaraman - Kathakali Lakshmi Viswanathan - Bharatnatyam N. Madhabi Devi - Manipuri
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b
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Indian Dance
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Geology
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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 (Dancer) List II (Dance) A. Kalamandalam Kshemavaty : 1. Kathakali B. Kottakkai Sivaraman : 2. Manipuri C. Lakshmi Viswanathan : 3. Mohiniattam D. N Madhabi Devi : 4. Bharatanatyam ##Option_A:A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4 ###Option_B:A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2##Option_C:A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2##Option_D:A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4 ##Answer:b##Explaination:Kalamandalam Kshemavaty - Mohiniattam Kottakkal Sivaraman - Kathakali Lakshmi Viswanathan - Bharatnatyam N. Madhabi Devi - Manipuri##Topic:Indian Dance##Subject:Geology##Answer:b
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The Mongols under Chengiz Khan invaded India during the reign of
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Balban
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Feroz Tughlaq
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Iltutmish
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Balban
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The Mongols under Chengiz Khan invaded India during the reign of Iltutmish but did not enter deep in India as the Persian king was not given shelter by Iltutmish, whom Chengiz Khan was chasing.
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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:The Mongols under Chengiz Khan invaded India during the reign of##Option_A: Balban ###Option_B: Feroz Tughlaq##Option_C: Iltutmish ##Option_D: Balban ##Answer:c##Explaination:The Mongols under Chengiz Khan invaded India during the reign of Iltutmish but did not enter deep in India as the Persian king was not given shelter by Iltutmish, whom Chengiz Khan was chasing.##Topic:Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms##Subject:Geography##Answer:c
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Which among the following ports was called Babul Makka (Gate of Makka) during the Mughal Period?
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Calicut
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Broach
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Cambay
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Calicut
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Cambay was called Babul Makka (Gate of Makka) during the Mughal period because the pilgrimage to Makka was made from here.
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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:Which among the following ports was called Babul Makka (Gate of Makka) during the Mughal Period? ##Option_A: Calicut ###Option_B: Broach ##Option_C: Cambay ##Option_D: Calicut ##Answer:c##Explaination:Cambay was called Babul Makka (Gate of Makka) during the Mughal period because the pilgrimage to Makka was made from here.##Topic:Mughal Period##Subject:Geography##Answer:c
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Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched?
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Dewan-i-Bandagani : Tughlaq.
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Dewan-i-Mustakhraj : Balban.
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Dewan-i-Kohi : Alauddhin Khilji.
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Dewan-i-Bandagani : Tughlaq.
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Dewan-i-Bandagani : by Feroz Tughlaq (Department of Slaves)
Dewan-i-Alauddin Khalji
Dewan-i-Kohi : Muhammad Bin Tughlaq
Dewan-i-Arz : Balban
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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:Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched? ##Option_A: Dewan-i-Bandagani : Tughlaq. ###Option_B: Dewan-i-Mustakhraj : Balban. ##Option_C: Dewan-i-Kohi : Alauddhin Khilji. ##Option_D: Dewan-i-Bandagani : Tughlaq. ##Answer:a##Explaination:Dewan-i-Bandagani : by Feroz Tughlaq (Department of Slaves)
Dewan-i-Alauddin Khalji
Dewan-i-Kohi : Muhammad Bin Tughlaq
Dewan-i-Arz : Balban##Topic:Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms##Subject:Geography##Answer:a
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Assertion (A): The Battle of Khanna was certainly more decisive and significant that the first Battle of Panipat. Reason (R): Rana Sanga, the Rajput hero, was certainly a more formidable adversary than Ibrahim Lodi.
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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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Rana Sanga was more formidable adversely than Ibrahim Lodi as he had once defeated Ibrahim Lodi. So battle of Khanna was certainly more significant and decisive than first battle of Panipat.
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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:Assertion (A): The Battle of Khanna was certainly more decisive and significant that the first Battle of Panipat. Reason (R): Rana Sanga, the Rajput hero, was certainly a more formidable adversary than Ibrahim Lodi.##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:Rana Sanga was more formidable adversely than Ibrahim Lodi as he had once defeated Ibrahim Lodi. So battle of Khanna was certainly more significant and decisive than first battle of Panipat.##Topic:Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
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Who among the following Indian rulers established embassies in foreign countries on modern lines?
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Haider Ali
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Mir Qasim
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Shah Alam II
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Haider Ali
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Tipu Sultan established embassies in foreign countries like Egypt, France and Turkey on modern lines.
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d
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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:Who among the following Indian rulers established embassies in foreign countries on modern lines?##Option_A: Haider Ali ###Option_B:Mir Qasim##Option_C: Shah Alam II ##Option_D: Haider Ali ##Answer:d##Explaination:Tipu Sultan established embassies in foreign countries like Egypt, France and Turkey on modern lines.##Topic:Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
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The Hunter Commission was appointed after the
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Black-hole incident
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Jalianwallabagh massacre
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Uprising of 1857
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Black-hole incident
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To investigate into the events of Jallianwalabagh tragedy, occurred in April 13, 1919, the Hunter Commission was appointed.
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b
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Other Dimensions of freedom struggle
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Hunter Commission was appointed after the##Option_A: Black-hole incident ###Option_B: Jalianwallabagh massacre##Option_C: Uprising of 1857 ##Option_D: Black-hole incident ##Answer:b##Explaination:To investigate into the events of Jallianwalabagh tragedy, occurred in April 13, 1919, the Hunter Commission was appointed.##Topic:Other Dimensions of freedom struggle##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Under the Permanent Settlement, 1793, the Zamindars were required to issue pattas to the farmers which were not issued by many of the Zamindars. The reason was
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The Zamindars were trusted by the farmers
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There was no official check upon the zamindars
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It was the responsibility of the British government
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The Zamindars were trusted by the farmers
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There was no official check upon the Zamindars under the permanent settlement, 1793. They were required to give 10/11th of revenue collections to the British authorities.
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b
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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:Under the Permanent Settlement, 1793, the Zamindars were required to issue pattas to the farmers which were not issued by many of the Zamindars. The reason was##Option_A: The Zamindars were trusted by the farmers###Option_B: There was no official check upon the zamindars##Option_C: It was the responsibility of the British government##Option_D: The Zamindars were trusted by the farmers##Answer:b##Explaination:There was no official check upon the Zamindars under the permanent settlement, 1793. They were required to give 10/11th of revenue collections to the British authorities.##Topic:Economic policies and their impact, Education Policies##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Consider the following statements: 1. Arya Samaj was founded in 1835. 2. Lala Lajpat Rai opposed the appeal of Arya Samaj to the authority of Vedas in support of its social reform programmes. 3. Under Keshab Chandra Sen, the Brahmo Samaj campaigned for women’s education. 4. Vinoba Bhave founded the Sarvodaya Samaj to work among refugees. Which of these statements are correct?
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1 and 2
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2 and 3
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2 and 4
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1 and 2
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Arya Samaj was founded in the year 1875 by Swami Dayananda Saraswathi. Lala Lajpat Rai was one of the members of Arya Samaj and supported the appeal of Arya Samaj to the authority of Vedas in support of the social reform programmes.
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d
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Prsonality Based Questions
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. Arya Samaj was founded in 1835. 2. Lala Lajpat Rai opposed the appeal of Arya Samaj to the authority of Vedas in support of its social reform programmes. 3. Under Keshab Chandra Sen, the Brahmo Samaj campaigned for women’s education. 4. Vinoba Bhave founded the Sarvodaya Samaj to work among refugees. Which of these statements are correct? ##Option_A: 1 and 2 ###Option_B: 2 and 3 ##Option_C: 2 and 4 ##Option_D: 1 and 2 ##Answer:d##Explaination:Arya Samaj was founded in the year 1875 by Swami Dayananda Saraswathi. Lala Lajpat Rai was one of the members of Arya Samaj and supported the appeal of Arya Samaj to the authority of Vedas in support of the social reform programmes.##Topic:Prsonality Based Questions##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
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Who among the following leaders proposed to adopt Complete Independence as the goal of the Congress in the Ahmedabad session of 1920?
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Abdul Kalam Azad
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Hasrat Mohani
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Jawahar Lal Nehru
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Abdul Kalam Azad
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Hasrat Mohani proposed to adopt complete independence as the goal of the Congress in the Ahmedabad session of 1920. It was opposed by Gandhiji which led to the rejection of resolution for complete independence.
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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:Who among the following leaders proposed to adopt Complete Independence as the goal of the Congress in the Ahmedabad session of 1920?##Option_A: Abdul Kalam Azad###Option_B: Hasrat Mohani##Option_C: Jawahar Lal Nehru ##Option_D: Abdul Kalam Azad##Answer:b##Explaination:Hasrat Mohani proposed to adopt complete independence as the goal of the Congress in the Ahmedabad session of 1920. It was opposed by Gandhiji which led to the rejection of resolution for complete independence.##Topic:Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Sessions, Governor –General Viceroys##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Who among the following organized the famous Chittagong armoury raid?
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Laxmi Sehgal
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Surya Sen
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Batukeshwar Datta
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Laxmi Sehgal
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Surya Sen led the famous Chittagong Armoury raid on 18th April 1930.
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b
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Prsonality Based Questions
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who among the following organized the famous Chittagong armoury raid?##Option_A: Laxmi Sehgal ###Option_B: Surya Sen ##Option_C: Batukeshwar Datta ##Option_D: Laxmi Sehgal ##Answer:b##Explaination:Surya Sen led the famous Chittagong Armoury raid on 18th April 1930.##Topic:Prsonality Based Questions##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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A London branch of the All India Muslim League was established in 1908 under the presidency of
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Aga Khan
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Ameer Ali
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Liaquat Ali Khan
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Aga Khan
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Aga Khan was the President of Muslim League in India. Liaquat Ali and Jinnah were in Congress at that time. Ameer Ali, a judge from Calcutta High Court (1890-1904), later settled in England and founded Muslim League there.
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b
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The Foundation of All-India Muslim League
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A London branch of the All India Muslim League was established in 1908 under the presidency of##Option_A: Aga Khan ###Option_B: Ameer Ali##Option_C: Liaquat Ali Khan ##Option_D: Aga Khan ##Answer:b##Explaination:Aga Khan was the President of Muslim League in India. Liaquat Ali and Jinnah were in Congress at that time. Ameer Ali, a judge from Calcutta High Court (1890-1904), later settled in England and founded Muslim League there.##Topic:The Foundation of All-India Muslim League##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Who amongst the following Englishmen, first translated Bhagvad-Gita into English?
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William Jones
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Charles Wilkins
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Alexander Cunningham
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William Jones
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Charles Wilkins was the first Englishmen to translate Bhagavad Gita into English. He was a member of Asiatic Society founded by William Jones.
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b
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Prsonality Based Questions
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who amongst the following Englishmen, first translated Bhagvad-Gita into English?##Option_A: William Jones ###Option_B: Charles Wilkins##Option_C: Alexander Cunningham ##Option_D: William Jones ##Answer:b##Explaination:Charles Wilkins was the first Englishmen to translate Bhagavad Gita into English. He was a member of Asiatic Society founded by William Jones.##Topic:Prsonality Based Questions##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Who among the following, was the President of the All-India States People’s Conference in 1939?
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Jaya Prakash Narayan
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Jawahar Lal Nehru
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Sheikh Abdullah
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Jaya Prakash Narayan
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Jawaharlal Nehru was the President of the All-India States People’s Conference in 1939 which aims at securing peoples sovereignty in the princely states.
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b
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Other Political Developments, 1934-39
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who among the following, was the President of the All-India States People’s Conference in 1939?##Option_A: Jaya Prakash Narayan###Option_B: Jawahar Lal Nehru##Option_C: Sheikh Abdullah##Option_D: Jaya Prakash Narayan##Answer:b##Explaination:Jawaharlal Nehru was the President of the All-India States People’s Conference in 1939 which aims at securing peoples sovereignty in the princely states.##Topic:Other Political Developments, 1934-39##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Which of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched?
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India’s first technicolour film : Jhansi Ki Rani
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India’s first 3-Dfilm : My Dear Kuttichethan
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India’s first insured film : Taal
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India’s first technicolour film : Jhansi Ki Rani
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No actress was awarded Bharat Ratna. Satyajit Ray (Director) and Lata Mangeshkar (Singer) were awarded Bharat Ratna in 1992 and 2001 respectively.
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d
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Promotion and Preservation of Indian Heritage
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Geology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched?##Option_A: India’s first technicolour film : Jhansi Ki Rani###Option_B: India’s first 3-Dfilm : My Dear Kuttichethan##Option_C: India’s first insured film : Taal##Option_D: India’s first technicolour film : Jhansi Ki Rani##Answer:d##Explaination:No actress was awarded Bharat Ratna. Satyajit Ray (Director) and Lata Mangeshkar (Singer) were awarded Bharat Ratna in 1992 and 2001 respectively.##Topic:Promotion and Preservation of Indian Heritage##Subject:Geology##Answer:d
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The prices at which the government purchases food grains for maintaining the public distribution for maintaining the public distribution system and for building up buffer – stocks is known as
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minimum support prices.
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procurement prices
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issue prices
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minimum support prices.
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Government purchases food grains for maintaining public distribution system and for building up buffer stock at ‘procurement prices’.
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b
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PDS
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The prices at which the government purchases food grains for maintaining the public distribution for maintaining the public distribution system and for building up buffer – stocks is known as##Option_A: minimum support prices.###Option_B: procurement prices##Option_C: issue prices##Option_D: minimum support prices.##Answer:b##Explaination:Government purchases food grains for maintaining public distribution system and for building up buffer stock at ‘procurement prices’.##Topic:PDS##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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National Agriculture Insurance Scheme replacing Comprehensive Crop Insurance Scheme was introduced in the year
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1997
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1998
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1999
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1997
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National Agricultural Insurance Scheme replacing Comprehensive Crop Insurance Scheme was introduced in the year 1999. The main objective of the scheme is to protect the farmers against crop losses suffered on account of natural calamities such as droughts, flood, hailstorm, cyclone, fire, pests and diseases.
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c
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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:National Agriculture Insurance Scheme replacing Comprehensive Crop Insurance Scheme was introduced in the year##Option_A: 1997 ###Option_B: 1998##Option_C: 1999 ##Option_D: 1997 ##Answer:c##Explaination:National Agricultural Insurance Scheme replacing Comprehensive Crop Insurance Scheme was introduced in the year 1999. The main objective of the scheme is to protect the farmers against crop losses suffered on account of natural calamities such as droughts, flood, hailstorm, cyclone, fire, pests and diseases.##Topic:Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:c
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Consider the following states: 1. Gujarat. 2. Karnataka. 3. Maharashtra 4. Tamil Nadu The descending order of these states with reference to their level of Per Capita Net State Domestic Product is
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1, 3, 4, 2
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3, 1, 2, 4
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1, 3, 2, 4
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1, 3, 4, 2
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The descending order of the states with reference to their level to per capita Net Domestic Product is Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
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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:Consider the following states: 1. Gujarat. 2. Karnataka. 3. Maharashtra 4. Tamil Nadu The descending order of these states with reference to their level of Per Capita Net State Domestic Product is ##Option_A: 1, 3, 4, 2 ###Option_B: 3, 1, 2, 4##Option_C: 1, 3, 2, 4 ##Option_D: 1, 3, 4, 2 ##Answer:b##Explaination:The descending order of the states with reference to their level to per capita Net Domestic Product is Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.##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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Consider the following: 1. Market borrowing 2. Treasury bills 3. Special securities issued to RBI Which of these is/are component(s) of internal debt?
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1 only
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1 and 2
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2 only
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1 only
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Internal debt comprises to Market borrowing, Treasury bills and Special Securities issue to RBI.
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d
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Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following: 1. Market borrowing 2. Treasury bills 3. Special securities issued to RBI Which of these is/are component(s) of internal debt?##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 1 and 2##Option_C: 2 only ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:d##Explaination:Internal debt comprises to Market borrowing, Treasury bills and Special Securities issue to RBI.##Topic:Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:d
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Who amongst the following was the first to state that the earth was spherical?
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Aristotle
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Copernicus
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Ptolemy
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Aristotle
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Aristotle was the first to state that the earth was spherical.
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a
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No_topic
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Economics
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who amongst the following was the first to state that the earth was spherical?##Option_A: Aristotle ###Option_B: Copernicus##Option_C: Ptolemy ##Option_D: Aristotle ##Answer:a##Explaination:Aristotle was the first to state that the earth was spherical.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Economics##Answer:a
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Match List I with II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I (Achievement in genetics) List II (Scientists) A. Discovery of transduction and conjugation in bacteria. 1. Khurana B. Establishing the sex-linked inheritance. 2. Kornberg C. Isolation of DNA polymerase from E. Coli . 3. Lederberg D. Establishing the complete genetic code. 4. Morgan 5. Ochoa A B C D.
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4 3 2 1
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3 4 1 5
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4 3 1 5
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4 3 2 1
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A – 3, b – 4, C – 2, D – 1
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d
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No_topic
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Economics
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List I with II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I (Achievement in genetics) List II (Scientists) A. Discovery of transduction and conjugation in bacteria. 1. Khurana B. Establishing the sex-linked inheritance. 2. Kornberg C. Isolation of DNA polymerase from E. Coli . 3. Lederberg D. Establishing the complete genetic code. 4. Morgan 5. Ochoa A B C D.##Option_A: 4 3 2 1 ###Option_B: 3 4 1 5##Option_C: 4 3 1 5 ##Option_D: 4 3 2 1 ##Answer:d##Explaination:A – 3, b – 4, C – 2, D – 1##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Economics##Answer:d
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“Athlete’s Foot” is a disease caused by
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Bacteria
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Fungus
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Protozoan
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Bacteria
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“Athlete’s foot” is a disease caused by ‘Tinea pedis’, a fungal species. It grows well in the moist skin between toes and the infected skin may become itchy and red.
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b
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No_topic
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Economics
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:“Athlete’s Foot” is a disease caused by##Option_A:Bacteria ###Option_B:Fungus##Option_C:Protozoan ##Option_D:Bacteria ##Answer:b##Explaination:“Athlete’s foot” is a disease caused by ‘Tinea pedis’, a fungal species. It grows well in the moist skin between toes and the infected skin may become itchy and red.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Economics##Answer:b
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In the eye donation, which part of the eye is transplanted from the donor?
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Cornea
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Lens
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Retina
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Cornea
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Corneal part of the donor’s eye is transplanted. It will be taken immediately after the death of the donor.
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a
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No_topic
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Economics
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the eye donation, which part of the eye is transplanted from the donor? ##Option_A: Cornea ###Option_B: Lens ##Option_C: Retina ##Option_D: Cornea ##Answer:a##Explaination:Corneal part of the donor’s eye is transplanted. It will be taken immediately after the death of the donor.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Economics##Answer:a
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The theme of Indian Science Congress, 2001 was
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“Food, nutrition and environmental security”
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“Arrest declining interest in pure sciences”
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“Make India energy self-sufficient”
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“Food, nutrition and environmental security”
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The theme of Indian Science Congress, 2001 was “Food, nutrition and environmental security.
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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:The theme of Indian Science Congress, 2001 was##Option_A: “Food, nutrition and environmental security”###Option_B: “Arrest declining interest in pure sciences”##Option_C: “Make India energy self-sufficient”##Option_D: “Food, nutrition and environmental security”##Answer:a##Explaination:The theme of Indian Science Congress, 2001 was “Food, nutrition and environmental security.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##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 (Country) List II (President) A. Columbia 1. Vicente fox B. Philippines 2. Hugo Chavez C. Mexico 3. Gloria Macapagal Arroya D. Venezuela 4. Andres Pastrana
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A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1
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A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1
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A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2
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A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1
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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:Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I (Country) List II (President) A. Columbia 1. Vicente fox B. Philippines 2. Hugo Chavez C. Mexico 3. Gloria Macapagal Arroya D. Venezuela 4. Andres Pastrana ##Option_A:A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1 ###Option_B:A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1##Option_C:A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2 ##Option_D:A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1 ##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##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 (Institute) List II (Location) A. Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants 1. Chandigarh B. Centre for DNA Finger Printing and Diagnostics 2. Hyderabad C. Institute of Microbial Technology 3. New Delhi D. National Institute of Immunology 4. Lucknow
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A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
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A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3
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A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1
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A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
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A – 4, B – 2, C – 1, D – 3
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b
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No_topic
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Economics
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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 (Institute) List II (Location) A. Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants 1. Chandigarh B. Centre for DNA Finger Printing and Diagnostics 2. Hyderabad C. Institute of Microbial Technology 3. New Delhi D. National Institute of Immunology 4. Lucknow ##Option_A:A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3 ###Option_B:A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3##Option_C:A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1 ##Option_D:A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3 ##Answer:b##Explaination:A – 4, B – 2, C – 1, D – 3##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Economics##Answer:b
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A great landslide caused by an earthquake killed hundreds of people in January 2001 near
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San Salvador
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San Jose
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Managua
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San Salvador
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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:A great landslide caused by an earthquake killed hundreds of people in January 2001 near##Option_A: San Salvador ###Option_B: San Jose##Option_C: Managua ##Option_D: San Salvador ##Answer:a##Explaination:nan##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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Falung Gong is
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An ethnic minority in Eastern China
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An insurgency outfit in Western China
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A pro-democracy movement in China
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An ethnic minority in Eastern China
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Falun Gong is a spiritual movement in China.
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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:Falung Gong is##Option_A: An ethnic minority in Eastern China###Option_B: An insurgency outfit in Western China##Option_C: A pro-democracy movement in China##Option_D: An ethnic minority in Eastern China##Answer:d##Explaination:Falun Gong is a spiritual movement in China.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Electrical Engineering##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 (Person) List II (Achievements) A. Deep Sen Gupta 1. India’s youngest International Master in the Sangli International Chess B. P. Harikrishna 2. The first Indian ever to win a gold in discuss in the World Junior Athletic Championship in Santiago, 2000 C. Seema Antil 3. Won the title in the Asian Junior Chess Tournament in Mumbai, 2000 D. Tejas Bakre 4. Won the under-12 title in the World Youth Chess Festival in Oropesa, 2000
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A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1
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A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
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A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3
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A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1
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A – 4, B – 1, C – 2, D – 3
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c
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No_topic
|
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 (Person) List II (Achievements) A. Deep Sen Gupta 1. India’s youngest International Master in the Sangli International Chess B. P. Harikrishna 2. The first Indian ever to win a gold in discuss in the World Junior Athletic Championship in Santiago, 2000 C. Seema Antil 3. Won the title in the Asian Junior Chess Tournament in Mumbai, 2000 D. Tejas Bakre 4. Won the under-12 title in the World Youth Chess Festival in Oropesa, 2000 ##Option_A:A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1 ###Option_B:A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3##Option_C:A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3 ##Option_D:A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1 ##Answer:c##Explaination:A – 4, B – 1, C – 2, D – 3##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##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 (Person) List II (Distinguished as) A. Santosh Yadav 1. T.V. host B. Oprah Winfrey 2. Journalist C. Oscar Wilde 3. Mountaineer D. P. Sainath 4. Dramatist and Author
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A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
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A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
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A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4
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A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
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A – 3, B – 1, C – 4, D – 2
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a
|
No_topic
|
Chemistry
|
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 (Person) List II (Distinguished as) A. Santosh Yadav 1. T.V. host B. Oprah Winfrey 2. Journalist C. Oscar Wilde 3. Mountaineer D. P. Sainath 4. Dramatist and Author ##Option_A:A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2 ###Option_B:A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4##Option_C:A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4 ##Option_D:A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2 ##Answer:a##Explaination:A – 3, B – 1, C – 4, D – 2##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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Match List I with List II select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I (Award/Prize) List II (Recipient) A. Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development. 1. Archibiship Desmond Tutu B. Jamnalal Bajaj Award. 2. Dr. Gurudev Khush C. International Gandhi Peace Prize. 3. Dr. M.S. Swaminathan D. Wolf Prize. 4. Nelson Mandela
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A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2
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A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
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A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
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A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2
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A – 3, B – 1, C – 4, D – 2
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b
|
No_topic
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Chemistry
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List I with List II select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I (Award/Prize) List II (Recipient) A. Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development. 1. Archibiship Desmond Tutu B. Jamnalal Bajaj Award. 2. Dr. Gurudev Khush C. International Gandhi Peace Prize. 3. Dr. M.S. Swaminathan D. Wolf Prize. 4. Nelson Mandela##Option_A:A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2 ###Option_B:A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2##Option_C:A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4 ##Option_D:A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2 ##Answer:b##Explaination:A – 3, B – 1, C – 4, D – 2##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##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 (Sports Women) List II (Sports) A. Anjali Vedpathak . 1. Athletics B. Mouma Das. 2. Gymnastics C. Neelam Singh. 3. Rifle Shooting D. Tumpa Debnath. 4. Table Tennis. 5. Chess
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A-3, B-4, C-2, D-5
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A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2
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A-4, B-3, C-2, D-5
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A-3, B-4, C-2, D-5
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A – 3, B – 4, C – 2, D – 5
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a
|
No_topic
|
Chemistry
|
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 (Sports Women) List II (Sports) A. Anjali Vedpathak . 1. Athletics B. Mouma Das. 2. Gymnastics C. Neelam Singh. 3. Rifle Shooting D. Tumpa Debnath. 4. Table Tennis. 5. Chess##Option_A:A-3, B-4, C-2, D-5 ###Option_B:A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2##Option_C:A-4, B-3, C-2, D-5 ##Option_D:A-3, B-4, C-2, D-5 ##Answer:a##Explaination:A – 3, B – 4, C – 2, D – 5##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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The Chess player Alexi Shirov represents
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Albania
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Kazakhstan
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Russia
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Albania
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Alexi Shirov represent Spain.
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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 Chess player Alexi Shirov represents##Option_A: Albania ###Option_B: Kazakhstan##Option_C: Russia ##Option_D: Albania ##Answer:d##Explaination:Alexi Shirov represent Spain.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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The theme of the World Development Report 2001, is
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From Plan to Market
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Knowledge for Development
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Attacking Poverty
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From Plan to Market
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The theme of the World Development Report 2001, is attacking poverty.
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c
|
No_topic
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Electrical Engineering
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The theme of the World Development Report 2001, is##Option_A:From Plan to Market###Option_B: Knowledge for Development##Option_C: Attacking Poverty##Option_D:From Plan to Market##Answer:c##Explaination:The theme of the World Development Report 2001, is attacking poverty.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Electrical Engineering##Answer:c
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Mekong Ganga co-operation project is
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An irrigation project involving India and Myanmar
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A joint tourism initiative of some Asian countries
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A hydroelectric power project involving India, Bangladesh and Myanmar
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An irrigation project involving India and Myanmar
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nan
|
b
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No_topic
|
Civil Engineering
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Mekong Ganga co-operation project is##Option_A: An irrigation project involving India and Myanmar###Option_B:A joint tourism initiative of some Asian countries##Option_C: A hydroelectric power project involving India, Bangladesh and Myanmar##Option_D: An irrigation project involving India and Myanmar##Answer:b##Explaination:nan##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Civil Engineering##Answer:b
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Who amongst the following was the Chairman of I.S.R.O. when INSAT – 3B was launched?
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Anil Kakodkar
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Abdul Kalam
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K. Kasturirangan
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Anil Kakodkar
|
K. Kasturirangan was the Chairman of ISOR when INSAT-3B was launched.
|
c
|
No_topic
|
Economics
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who amongst the following was the Chairman of I.S.R.O. when INSAT – 3B was launched? ##Option_A: Anil Kakodkar ###Option_B: Abdul Kalam ##Option_C: K. Kasturirangan ##Option_D: Anil Kakodkar ##Answer:c##Explaination:K. Kasturirangan was the Chairman of ISOR when INSAT-3B was launched.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Economics##Answer:c
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Consider the following functionaries: 1. Cabinet Secretary. 2. Chief Election Commissioner 3. Union Cabinet Ministers 4. Chief Justice of India Their correct sequence in the order of precedence is :
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3-4-2-1
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4-3-1-2
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4-3-2-1
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3-4-2-1
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The order of Precedence of the functionaries given in the optional are – Chief Justice of India > Cabinet Minister of the Union > Chief Election Commissioner > Cabinet Secretary.
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c
|
Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following functionaries: 1. Cabinet Secretary. 2. Chief Election Commissioner 3. Union Cabinet Ministers 4. Chief Justice of India Their correct sequence in the order of precedence is :##Option_A:3-4-2-1 ###Option_B:4-3-1-2##Option_C:4-3-2-1 ##Option_D:3-4-2-1 ##Answer:c##Explaination:The order of Precedence of the functionaries given in the optional are – Chief Justice of India > Cabinet Minister of the Union > Chief Election Commissioner > Cabinet Secretary.##Topic:Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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Which one of the following statements is incorrect ?
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Goa attained full statehood in 1987
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Diu is an island in the Gulf of Khambhat
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Daman and Diu were separated from Goa by the 56th Amendment of the Constitution of India
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Goa attained full statehood in 1987
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Dadra and Nagar Haveli were under the Colonial Rule of the Portuguese (but not the French) until its liberation in 1954.
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d
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The Union and its Territory
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following statements is incorrect ?##Option_A:Goa attained full statehood in 1987###Option_B: Diu is an island in the Gulf of Khambhat##Option_C: Daman and Diu were separated from Goa by the 56th Amendment of the Constitution of India##Option_D:Goa attained full statehood in 1987##Answer:d##Explaination:Dadra and Nagar Haveli were under the Colonial Rule of the Portuguese (but not the French) until its liberation in 1954.##Topic:The Union and its Territory##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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The Speaker can ask a member of the House to stop speaking and let another member speak. This phenomenon is known as:
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Decorum
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Crossing the floor
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Interpolation
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Decorum
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Decorum = Parliamentary etiquette. Crossing the floor = Changing the party. Interpolation = Seeking clarification through ruling. Yielding the floor = Respecting Speaker’s order.
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d
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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 Speaker can ask a member of the House to stop speaking and let another member speak. This phenomenon is known as:##Option_A: Decorum###Option_B: Crossing the floor##Option_C: Interpolation##Option_D: Decorum##Answer:d##Explaination:Decorum = Parliamentary etiquette. Crossing the floor = Changing the party. Interpolation = Seeking clarification through ruling. Yielding the floor = Respecting Speaker’s order.##Topic:Working of the Lok Sabha##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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Which one of the following statements about a Money Bill is not correct ?
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A Money Bill can be tabled in either House of Parliament.
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The Speaker of Lok Sabha is the final authority to decide whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not.
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The Rajya Sabha must return a Money Bill passed by the Lok Sabha and send it for consideration within 14 days.
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A Money Bill can be tabled in either House of Parliament.
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A money bill can be tabled in Lok Sabha only and it shall not be introduced in the council of states (Rajya Sabha). A bill shall be deemed to be a Money Bill if it contains only provisions dealing with all or any of the matters mentioned under Article – 110 of the Constitution.
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a
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Types of bills and Legislative procedure
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following statements about a Money Bill is not correct ?##Option_A:A Money Bill can be tabled in either House of Parliament.###Option_B:The Speaker of Lok Sabha is the final authority to decide whether a Bill is a Money Bill or not.##Option_C:The Rajya Sabha must return a Money Bill passed by the Lok Sabha and send it for consideration within 14 days.##Option_D:A Money Bill can be tabled in either House of Parliament.##Answer:a##Explaination:A money bill can be tabled in Lok Sabha only and it shall not be introduced in the council of states (Rajya Sabha). A bill shall be deemed to be a Money Bill if it contains only provisions dealing with all or any of the matters mentioned under Article – 110 of the Constitution.##Topic:Types of bills and Legislative procedure##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:a
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A college student desires to get elected to the Municipal Council of his city. The validity of his nomination would depend on the important condition, among others, that
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He obtains permission from the Principal of his college
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He is a member of a political party
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His name figures in the Voter’s List
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He obtains permission from the Principal of his college
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The validity of nomination of a person to get elected to the Municipal Council would depend on the condition that his name should be figured in the Voter’s list.
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c
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Representation of People's Act
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A college student desires to get elected to the Municipal Council of his city. The validity of his nomination would depend on the important condition, among others, that ##Option_A: He obtains permission from the Principal of his college###Option_B: He is a member of a political party##Option_C: His name figures in the Voter’s List##Option_D: He obtains permission from the Principal of his college##Answer:c##Explaination:The validity of nomination of a person to get elected to the Municipal Council would depend on the condition that his name should be figured in the Voter’s list.##Topic:Representation of People's Act##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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The Parliament can make any law for the whole or any part of India for implementing International treaties :
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With the consent of all the States
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With the consent of the majority of States
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With the consent of the States concerned
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With the consent of all the States
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Article 253 – Parliament has power to make any law for the whole or any part of the territory of India for implementing any treaty, agreement or convention with any other country(ies) without the consent of any state.
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d
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Power and Functions of the parliament
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Parliament can make any law for the whole or any part of India for implementing International treaties : ##Option_A: With the consent of all the States###Option_B: With the consent of the majority of States##Option_C: With the consent of the States concerned##Option_D: With the consent of all the States##Answer:d##Explaination:Article 253 – Parliament has power to make any law for the whole or any part of the territory of India for implementing any treaty, agreement or convention with any other country(ies) without the consent of any state.##Topic:Power and Functions of the parliament##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements about the Attorney General of India: He is appointed by the President of India. He must have the same qualifications as are required for a Judge of the Supreme Court. He must be a member of either House of Parliament. He can be removed by impeachment of Parliament. Which of these statement are correct ?
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1 and 2 only
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1 and 3 only
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2, 3 and 4 only
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1 and 2 only
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Article 76 of the Constitution says about Attorney General of India. The President shall appoint a person who is qualified to be appointed a Judge of the Supreme Court. He may not be a member of Parliament. He holds office during the pleasure of the President.
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a
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Attorney general of India/Advocate general of India
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the Attorney General of India: He is appointed by the President of India. He must have the same qualifications as are required for a Judge of the Supreme Court. He must be a member of either House of Parliament. He can be removed by impeachment of Parliament. Which of these statement are correct ?##Option_A:1 and 2 only###Option_B:1 and 3 only ##Option_C:2, 3 and 4 only ##Option_D:1 and 2 only##Answer:a##Explaination:Article 76 of the Constitution says about Attorney General of India. The President shall appoint a person who is qualified to be appointed a Judge of the Supreme Court. He may not be a member of Parliament. He holds office during the pleasure of the President.##Topic:Attorney general of India/Advocate general of India##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:a
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The state which has the largest number of seats reserved for the Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha is:
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Bihar
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Gujarat
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Uttar Pradesh
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Bihar
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(In the given options) Madhya Pradesh, with 5 seats, has the largest number of seats reserved for the Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha. (Bihar and Uttar Pradesh have no seats reserved for STs, Gujarat has 4 seats).
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d
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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:The state which has the largest number of seats reserved for the Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha is:##Option_A: Bihar###Option_B: Gujarat##Option_C: Uttar Pradesh##Option_D: Bihar##Answer:d##Explaination:(In the given options) Madhya Pradesh, with 5 seats, has the largest number of seats reserved for the Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha. (Bihar and Uttar Pradesh have no seats reserved for STs, Gujarat has 4 seats).##Topic:Working of the Lok Sabha##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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The primary function of the Finance Commission in India is to _____
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Recommend the distribution of revenue between the Centre and the States
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Prepare the Annual Budget
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Advise the President on financial matters
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Recommend the distribution of revenue between the Centre and the States
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The Finance Commission can only advise the President on financial matters, such as distribution of the net proceeds of taxes between the Union and the States, the principles which should govern the grants-in-aid of the revenues of the States etc.
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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:The primary function of the Finance Commission in India is to _____##Option_A:Recommend the distribution of revenue between the Centre and the States###Option_B:Prepare the Annual Budget##Option_C:Advise the President on financial matters##Option_D:Recommend the distribution of revenue between the Centre and the States##Answer:a##Explaination:The Finance Commission can only advise the President on financial matters, such as distribution of the net proceeds of taxes between the Union and the States, the principles which should govern the grants-in-aid of the revenues of the States etc.##Topic:Finance Commission##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 : List I List II (Local bodies) (States a in 1999) A. Zilla Parishads at the sub-divisional level 1. Andhra Pradesh B. Mandal Praja Parishad. 2. Assam C. Tribal Councils. 3. Mizoram D. Absence of Village Panchayats. 4. Meghalaya
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A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3
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A-1, B-2, C-4, D-3
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A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4
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A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3
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Zilla Parishad at the sub-divisional level – Assam, Mandal Praja Parishad – Andhra Pradesh Tribal Councils – Meghalaya Absence of Village Panchayats - Mizoram.
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a
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Panchayati Raj
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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 : List I List II (Local bodies) (States a in 1999) A. Zilla Parishads at the sub-divisional level 1. Andhra Pradesh B. Mandal Praja Parishad. 2. Assam C. Tribal Councils. 3. Mizoram D. Absence of Village Panchayats. 4. Meghalaya##Option_A:A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3 ###Option_B:A-1, B-2, C-4, D-3 ##Option_C:A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4 ##Option_D:A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3 ##Answer:a##Explaination:Zilla Parishad at the sub-divisional level – Assam, Mandal Praja Parishad – Andhra Pradesh Tribal Councils – Meghalaya Absence of Village Panchayats - Mizoram.##Topic:Panchayati Raj##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:a
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The 73 rd Constitution Amendment Act 1992 refers to the
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Generation of gainful employment for the unemployed and the under employed men and women in rural area
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Generation of employment for the able bodied adults who are in need and desirous of work during the lean agricultural season
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Laying the foundation for strong and vibrant Panchayati Raj Institutions in the county
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Generation of gainful employment for the unemployed and the under employed men and women in rural area
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The 73rd Amendment Act 1992 refers to the laying of the foundation for strong and vibrant Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country, and to organize village panchayat to function as units of the constitution.
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c
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Panchayati Raj
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The 73 rd Constitution Amendment Act 1992 refers to the##Option_A: Generation of gainful employment for the unemployed and the under employed men and women in rural area###Option_B: Generation of employment for the able bodied adults who are in need and desirous of work during the lean agricultural season##Option_C: Laying the foundation for strong and vibrant Panchayati Raj Institutions in the county##Option_D: Generation of gainful employment for the unemployed and the under employed men and women in rural area##Answer:c##Explaination:The 73rd Amendment Act 1992 refers to the laying of the foundation for strong and vibrant Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country, and to organize village panchayat to function as units of the constitution.##Topic:Panchayati Raj##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements: 1. Tides are the great help in navigation and fishing. 2. High tide enables big ships to enter or leave the harbour safely. 3. Tide prevents siltation in the harbours. 4. Kandla and Diamond Harbour are tidal ports. Which of these statements are correct ?
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1 and
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2, 3 and 4
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1, 2 and 3
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1 and
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All the four statements are correct. Kandla in Gujarat, Diamond Harbour in Calcutta are tidal ports.
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d
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Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1. Tides are the great help in navigation and fishing. 2. High tide enables big ships to enter or leave the harbour safely. 3. Tide prevents siltation in the harbours. 4. Kandla and Diamond Harbour are tidal ports. Which of these statements are correct ?##Option_A: 1 and ###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4##Option_C: 1, 2 and 3 ##Option_D: 1 and ##Answer:d##Explaination:All the four statements are correct. Kandla in Gujarat, Diamond Harbour in Calcutta are tidal ports.##Topic:Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis##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 (Oceanic Trench) List II (Location) A. Aleutian 1. Indian Ocean B. Kermadec 2. North Pacific Ocean C. Sunda 3. South Pacific Ocean D. S. Sandwich 4. South Atlantic Ocean
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A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
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A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4
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A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
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A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
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A – Aleutian trench in North Pacific Ocean near Bering Sea B – Kermadec trench in South Pacific Ocean near New Zealand C – Sunda trench in Indian Ocean near Sumatra Island D – South Sandwich trench in Atlantic Ocean.
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b
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Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis
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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 (Oceanic Trench) List II (Location) A. Aleutian 1. Indian Ocean B. Kermadec 2. North Pacific Ocean C. Sunda 3. South Pacific Ocean D. S. Sandwich 4. South Atlantic Ocean ##Option_A:A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3 ###Option_B:A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4 ##Option_C:A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4 ##Option_D:A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3 ##Answer:b##Explaination:A – Aleutian trench in North Pacific Ocean near Bering Sea B – Kermadec trench in South Pacific Ocean near New Zealand C – Sunda trench in Indian Ocean near Sumatra Island D – South Sandwich trench in Atlantic Ocean.##Topic:Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Assertion (A): The frequency of floods in North Indian plains has increased during the last couple of decades. Reason (R): There has been reduction in the depth of river valleys due to deposition of silt.
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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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Frequency of floods in North Indian plains increased due to reduction in depth of valleys by silt deposition.
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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:Assertion (A): The frequency of floods in North Indian plains has increased during the last couple of decades. Reason (R): There has been reduction in the depth of river valleys due to deposition of silt.##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:Frequency of floods in North Indian plains increased due to reduction in depth of valleys by silt deposition.##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Which one of the following statements is not true ?
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Ghaggar"s water is utilized in the Indira Gandhi Canal
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Narmada rises from Amarkantak region
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Nizam Sagar is situated on the Manjira river
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Ghaggar"s water is utilized in the Indira Gandhi Canal
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Indira Gandhi Canal starts from the confluence of Sutlej and Beas river in Punjab, and flows through Rajasthan. It receives water from Sutlej and Beas 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:Which one of the following statements is not true ?##Option_A: Ghaggar"s water is utilized in the Indira Gandhi Canal###Option_B: Narmada rises from Amarkantak region##Option_C: Nizam Sagar is situated on the Manjira river##Option_D: Ghaggar"s water is utilized in the Indira Gandhi Canal##Answer:a##Explaination:Indira Gandhi Canal starts from the confluence of Sutlej and Beas river in Punjab, and flows through Rajasthan. It receives water from Sutlej and Beas rivers.##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Along which one of the following meridians did India experience the first light of the sunrise of the new millennium?
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2 o 30’ W
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82 o 30’ E
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92 o 30’ W
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2 o 30’ W
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In the given optional 92030’ E is the easternmost point in India. So it experienced the first light of the sunrise of the new millennium.
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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:Along which one of the following meridians did India experience the first light of the sunrise of the new millennium?##Option_A: 2 o 30’ W ###Option_B: 82 o 30’ E##Option_C: 92 o 30’ W ##Option_D: 2 o 30’ W ##Answer:d##Explaination:In the given optional 92030’ E is the easternmost point in India. So it experienced the first light of the sunrise of the new millennium.##Topic:Latitude and Longitude including important Parallels and Meridians/ Local and Standard Time##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Consider the following provinces of former Yugoslavia : 1. Bosnia 2. Croatia 3. Slovenia 4. Yugoslavia The correct sequence of these provinces from the east to the west is :
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4-1-3-2
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4-1-2-3
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1-4-3-2
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4-1-3-2
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The correct sequence from East to West is Yugoslavia, Bosnia Herzgovina, Croatia, Slovenia. These were former Yugoslavia provinces and divided in 1999.
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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 provinces of former Yugoslavia : 1. Bosnia 2. Croatia 3. Slovenia 4. Yugoslavia The correct sequence of these provinces from the east to the west is : ##Option_A:4-1-3-2 ###Option_B:4-1-2-3##Option_C:1-4-3-2 ##Option_D:4-1-3-2 ##Answer:b##Explaination:The correct sequence from East to West is Yugoslavia, Bosnia Herzgovina, Croatia, Slovenia. These were former Yugoslavia provinces and divided in 1999.##Topic:Map based questions from World##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Which one of the following statements is false?
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All countries other than India have over 80% literacy
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Malaysia and Korea have life expectancy higher than all other countries
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Higher the adult literacy lower is the infant mortality
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All countries other than India have over 80% literacy
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nan
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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:Which one of the following statements is false?##Option_A: All countries other than India have over 80% literacy###Option_B: Malaysia and Korea have life expectancy higher than all other countries##Option_C: Higher the adult literacy lower is the infant mortality##Option_D: All countries other than India have over 80% literacy##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:World Population, density & distribution, races & tribes, settlements & migration##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Assertion (A): Ganga Plain is the most densely populated part of India. Reason (R): Ganga is the most harnessed river of India.
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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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Cauvery is the most harnessed river of India.
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b
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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:Assertion (A): Ganga Plain is the most densely populated part of India. Reason (R): Ganga is the most harnessed river of India.##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:Cauvery is the most harnessed river of India.##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Consider the following statements about the megacities of India : 1. Population of each megacity is more than 5 million. 2. All the megacities are importance sea ports. 3. Megacities are either national or state capitals. Which of the statements given above are correct ?
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1, 2 and 3
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1 and 2
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2 and 3
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1, 2 and 3
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Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Urban agglomerations, with over five million population are called Mega cities. These are six – Greater Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore and Hyderabad. Delhi is N.C.T. and remaining cities are state capitals.
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d
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Misc Indian Human Geography
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the megacities of India : 1. Population of each megacity is more than 5 million. 2. All the megacities are importance sea ports. 3. Megacities are either national or state capitals. Which of the statements given above are correct ?##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 ###Option_B:1 and 2 ##Option_C: 2 and 3 ##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 ##Answer:d##Explaination:Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Urban agglomerations, with over five million population are called Mega cities. These are six – Greater Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore and Hyderabad. Delhi is N.C.T. and remaining cities are state capitals.##Topic:Misc Indian Human Geography##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which one of the following pairs of primitive tribes and places of their inhabitation is NOT correctly matched?
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Buksa : Pauri-Garhwal
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Kol : Jabalpur
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Munda : Chhotanagpur
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Buksa : Pauri-Garhwal
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Primitive Tribal Groups (PTGs) are Scheduled Tribes known for their declining or stagnant population, low levels of literacy, pre-agricultural technology, primarily belonging to the hunting and gathering stage, and extreme backwardness. There are 75 PTGs spread over 15 states and UT's.
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a
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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:Which one of the following pairs of primitive tribes and places of their inhabitation is NOT correctly matched?##Option_A: Buksa : Pauri-Garhwal###Option_B: Kol : Jabalpur##Option_C: Munda : Chhotanagpur##Option_D: Buksa : Pauri-Garhwal##Answer:a##Explaination:Primitive Tribal Groups (PTGs) are Scheduled Tribes known for their declining or stagnant population, low levels of literacy, pre-agricultural technology, primarily belonging to the hunting and gathering stage, and extreme backwardness. There are 75 PTGs spread over 15 states and UT's.##Topic:Population and Growth trends density, sex, ratio, literacy, tribes and racial groups in India##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Which one of the following statements is true according to 1991 census data?
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U.P. has the highest density of population in India
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Himachal Pradesh has the highest female to male sex ratio in India
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West Bengal has the highest growth rate of population in India
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U.P. has the highest density of population in India
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According to 2001 Census, Highest population density is in West Bengal (904). Sex ratio is highe in Kerala (1058). Highest growth rate of population is in Nagaland (64.415). Bihar has the lowest literacy rate (47.43%). Hence, ‘d’ is correct.
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d
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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:Which one of the following statements is true according to 1991 census data?##Option_A: U.P. has the highest density of population in India###Option_B: Himachal Pradesh has the highest female to male sex ratio in India##Option_C: West Bengal has the highest growth rate of population in India##Option_D: U.P. has the highest density of population in India##Answer:d##Explaination: According to 2001 Census, Highest population density is in West Bengal (904). Sex ratio is highe in Kerala (1058). Highest growth rate of population is in Nagaland (64.415). Bihar has the lowest literacy rate (47.43%). Hence, ‘d’ is correct.##Topic:Population and Growth trends density, sex, ratio, literacy, tribes and racial groups in India##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which one of the following ports of India handles the highest tonnage of import cargo?
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Calcutta
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Kandla
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Mumbai
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Calcutta
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Kandla handles the highest tonnage of import cargo.
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b
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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:Which one of the following ports of India handles the highest tonnage of import cargo?##Option_A: Calcutta ###Option_B: Kandla##Option_C: Mumbai ##Option_D: Calcutta ##Answer:b##Explaination:Kandla handles the highest tonnage of import cargo.##Topic:Transport and Communication -railways, highways, inland water transport, shipping and sea-ports, air transport##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 List II (Minerals) (Major producer) A. Mineral Oil 1. Zambia B. Copper 2. Guyana C. Manganese 3. Venezuela D. Bauxite 4. Gabon
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A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
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A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4
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A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
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A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
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The major producer of Mineral oil is Venezuela. The major producer of Copper is Zambia in Africa, (also Chile in South America). The major producer of Manganese is Gabon. The major producer of Bauxite is Guyana.
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a
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Infrastructure, Location factors and distribution of key natural resources across the world
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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 (Minerals) (Major producer) A. Mineral Oil 1. Zambia B. Copper 2. Guyana C. Manganese 3. Venezuela D. Bauxite 4. Gabon##Option_A:A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2 ###Option_B:A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4##Option_C:A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4 ##Option_D:A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2 ##Answer:a##Explaination:The major producer of Mineral oil is Venezuela. The major producer of Copper is Zambia in Africa, (also Chile in South America). The major producer of Manganese is Gabon. The major producer of Bauxite is Guyana.##Topic:Infrastructure, Location factors and distribution of key natural resources across the world##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Which one of the following lakes forms an international boundary between Tanzania and Uganda ?
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Chad
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Malawi
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Victoria
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Chad
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Lake Victoria (Biggest lake in Africa) forms the international boundary between Tanzania (South) and Uganda (North).
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c
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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:Which one of the following lakes forms an international boundary between Tanzania and Uganda ?##Option_A: Chad ###Option_B: Malawi##Option_C: Victoria ##Option_D: Chad ##Answer:c##Explaination:Lake Victoria (Biggest lake in Africa) forms the international boundary between Tanzania (South) and Uganda (North).##Topic:Map based questions from World##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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The correct sequence in decreasing order of the four sugarcane producing States in India is :
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Maharashtra, U.P., Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh
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U.P., Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh
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Maharashtra, U.P., Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu
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Maharashtra, U.P., Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh
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The correct sequence in decreasing order of the Sugarcane producing states is U.P. > Maharashtra > Tamil Nadu > Andhra Pradesh. U.P. is the largest producing state of Sugarcane in India.
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b
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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:The correct sequence in decreasing order of the four sugarcane producing States in India is :##Option_A: Maharashtra, U.P., Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh###Option_B: U.P., Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh##Option_C: Maharashtra, U.P., Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu##Option_D: Maharashtra, U.P., Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh##Answer:b##Explaination:The correct sequence in decreasing order of the Sugarcane producing states is U.P. > Maharashtra > Tamil Nadu > Andhra Pradesh. U.P. is the largest producing state of Sugarcane in India.##Topic:Major Crops grown in India, Agro-Climatic Regions, Types of Cultivation and Farming##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Consider the following statements: 1. Maharashtra has the highest acreage under jawar in India. 2. Gujarat is the largest producer of groundnut in India. 3. Rajasthan has the largest area of cultivable wasteland in India. 4. Andhra Pradesh has the highest per hectare yield of maize in India. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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1 and 4
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2 and 3
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1 and 3
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1 and 4
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1, 3 statements are correct. Because Andhra Pradesh is the largest producer of Groundnut in India.
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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 statements: 1. Maharashtra has the highest acreage under jawar in India. 2. Gujarat is the largest producer of groundnut in India. 3. Rajasthan has the largest area of cultivable wasteland in India. 4. Andhra Pradesh has the highest per hectare yield of maize in India. Which of the statements given above are correct? ##Option_A: 1 and 4 ###Option_B: 2 and 3 ##Option_C: 1 and 3 ##Option_D: 1 and 4 ##Answer:c##Explaination:1, 3 statements are correct. Because Andhra Pradesh is the largest producer of Groundnut in India.##Topic:Major Crops grown in India, Agro-Climatic Regions, Types of Cultivation and Farming##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Assertion (A): In Australia, cattle rearing is done more for meat than for milk. Reason (R): Australians are traditionally non-vegetarians.
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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 A and R are correct. But R is not the correct reason for A. Though they are traditionally non-vegetarian, they rear cattle for meat, for exporting.
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b
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Animal Husbandry, Fisheries and Aquaculture
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): In Australia, cattle rearing is done more for meat than for milk. Reason (R): Australians are traditionally non-vegetarians.##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 A and R are correct. But R is not the correct reason for A. Though they are traditionally non-vegetarian, they rear cattle for meat, for exporting.##Topic:Animal Husbandry, Fisheries and Aquaculture##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Which one of the following is knows as the “Coffee port” of the world ?
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Sao Paulo
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Santos
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Rio de Janeiro
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Sao Paulo
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‘Santos’ is considered as the “Coffee port” of the world. It is in Brazil. It is also an out port of Sao Paulo.
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b
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Agriculture and Industry of world
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following is knows as the “Coffee port” of the world ?##Option_A: Sao Paulo ###Option_B: Santos##Option_C: Rio de Janeiro ##Option_D: Sao Paulo ##Answer:b##Explaination:‘Santos’ is considered as the “Coffee port” of the world. It is in Brazil. It is also an out port of Sao Paulo.##Topic:Agriculture and Industry of world##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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A ‘black hole’ is a body in space which does not allow any radiation to come out. This properly is due to its
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Very small size
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Very large size
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Very high density
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Very small size
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Because of its high density, a black hole has very high gravitational force. So no object, whether it is particle or light, can escape from it.
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c
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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:A ‘black hole’ is a body in space which does not allow any radiation to come out. This properly is due to its##Option_A: Very small size ###Option_B: Very large size##Option_C: Very high density ##Option_D: Very small size ##Answer:c##Explaination:Because of its high density, a black hole has very high gravitational force. So no object, whether it is particle or light, can escape from it.##Topic:Origin and evolution of Universe, Solar system, Geological History of the Earth, Geological Time scale##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Assertion (A): The origin of Feudal system in Ancient India can be traced to Military campaigns. Reason (R): There was considerable expansion of the Feudal system during the Gupta period.
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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 origin of feudal system can be traced back to landgrants given by Satavahanas. The feudal system considerably expanded during the Gupta period.
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d
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Guptas Age & Post Guptas Age
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): The origin of Feudal system in Ancient India can be traced to Military campaigns. Reason (R): There was considerable expansion of the Feudal system during the Gupta period.##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 origin of feudal system can be traced back to landgrants given by Satavahanas. The feudal system considerably expanded during the Gupta period.##Topic:Guptas Age & Post Guptas Age##Subject:Geography##Answer:d
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Assertion (A): Ashoka annexed Kalinga to the Mauryan Empire. Reason (R): Kalinga controlled land and sea routes to South India.
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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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Kalinga controlled land and sea routes to South India hence it was annexed to Mauryan empire by Ashoka.
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a
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Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan Age
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): Ashoka annexed Kalinga to the Mauryan Empire. Reason (R): Kalinga controlled land and sea routes to South India.##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:Kalinga controlled land and sea routes to South India hence it was annexed to Mauryan empire by Ashoka.##Topic:Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan Age##Subject:Geography##Answer:a
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With reference to Incremental Capital Output Ratio (ICOR), which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. High capacity utilization provides better ICOR. 2. ICOR is independent of the technology used in a country. 3. The long gestation period decreases the ICOR.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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nan
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a
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National Income, Economic Growth and Development,
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Incremental Capital Output Ratio (ICOR), which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. High capacity utilization provides better ICOR. 2. ICOR is independent of the technology used in a country. 3. The long gestation period decreases the ICOR.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 and 3 only##Option_C:1 and 3 only##Option_D:1 only##Answer:a##Explaination:nan##Topic:National Income, Economic Growth and Development,##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:a
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