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The Raga which is sung early in the morning is | Todi | Darbari | Bhopali | Todi | Togo is the Raga which is sung early in the morning. | a | Indian Music | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Raga which is sung early in the morning is##Option_A: Todi###Option_B: Darbari##Option_C: Bhopali##Option_D: Todi##Answer:a##Explaination:Togo is the Raga which is sung early in the morning.##Topic:Indian Music##Subject:Geology##Answer:a |
Which one of the following Muslim rulers was hailed as the ‘Jagadguru’ by his Muslim subjects because of his belief in secularism? | Husain Shah | Zain-ul-Abidin | Ibrahim Adil Shah | Husain Shah | Ibrahim Adil Shah was called ‘Jagadguru’ and ‘Adilbaba’ by his people because of his belief in Secularism. | c | Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following Muslim rulers was hailed as the ‘Jagadguru’ by his Muslim subjects because of his belief in secularism?##Option_A: Husain Shah ###Option_B: Zain-ul-Abidin##Option_C: Ibrahim Adil Shah ##Option_D: Husain Shah #... |
Who among the following streamlined the Maratha administration after Sambhaji ? | Raja Ram | Balaji Viswanath | Ganga Bai | Raja Ram | Peshwa Balaji Viswanah streamlined the Maratha administration after Sambhaji. | b | Indian Kingdoms in 18th century: Marathas, Punjab, Mysore, Hyderabad etc | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who among the following streamlined the Maratha administration after Sambhaji ?##Option_A: Raja Ram ###Option_B: Balaji Viswanath##Option_C: Ganga Bai ##Option_D: Raja Ram ##Answer:b##Ex... |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given the lists : List-I List-II A. Iqta. 1. Marathas B. Jagir. 2. Delhi Sultans C. Amaram. 3. Mughals D. Mokasa. 4. Vijayanagara | A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4 | A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1 | A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4 | A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4 | These were all land grants. Iqta – Delhi Sultans, Jagir – Mughals Amaram – Vijayanagara rulers, Mokasa – Marathas | b | Others | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given the lists : List-I List-II A. Iqta. 1. Marathas B. Jagir. 2. Delhi Sultans C. Amaram. 3. Mughals D. Mokasa. 4. V... |
Consider the following statements: 1.In the Prime Ministerial form of government the decisions are taken very fast. 2.In the Cabinet form of government the President of India is the sole authority to make decisions 3.Prime Ministerial form of government as the word is mentioned under the constitution. Which of the sta... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | . | b | No_topic | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: 1.In the Prime Ministerial form of government the decisions are taken very fast. 2.In the Cabinet form of government the President of India is the sole authority to make decisions 3.Prime Ministerial form of government as the word is menti... |
“In this instance we could not play off the Mohammedans against the Hindus.” To which one of the following events did this remark of Aitchison relate ? | Revolt of 1857 | Champaran Satyagraha (1917) | Khilafat and Non-Cooperation Movement (1919-22) | Revolt of 1857 | During the Khilafat and Non-Cooperation Movement period, Muslims joined with Hindus to struggle against the common enemy British. This period had seen unprecedented unity between these two religions. This forced Aitchison to make the above statement. | c | The Khilafat Movement (1920-22) and Non Cooperation Movement | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:“In this instance we could not play off the Mohammedans against the Hindus.” To which one of the following events did this remark of Aitchison relate ?##Option_A: Revolt of 1857###Option_B: Champaran Satyagraha (1917)##Option_C: Khilafat and Non-Cooperation Movement (1919-22... |
The Indian National Army (I.N.A.) came into existence in 1943 in | Japan | Then Burma | Singapore | Japan | Though INA was formed by Captain Mohan Singh, on 1 September 1942, it was failed and came into existence again on 2 July 1943, when Subhash Chandra Bose reached Singapore and gave the rousing war cry of “Dilli Chalo”. | c | Subhas Bose and Indian National Army | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Indian National Army (I.N.A.) came into existence in 1943 in ##Option_A: Japan ###Option_B: Then Burma##Option_C: Singapore ##Option_D: Japan ##Answer:c##Explaination:Though INA was formed by Capta... |
The last major extension of British Indian territory took place during the time of | Dufferin | Dalhousie | Lytton | Dufferin | Dalhousie (1849-56) introduced the ‘Doctrine of Lapse’ which proved fatal for the princely states. Based on this, he annexed a lot of States and expanded the British Indian territory to a large extent. | b | Works of British Governor Generals | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The last major extension of British Indian territory took place during the time of##Option_A: Dufferin ###Option_B: Dalhousie##Option_C: Lytton ##Option_D: Dufferin ##Answer:b##Explaination:Dalhousie (1849... |
As an alternative to the partition of India, Gandhiji suggested to Mountbatten that he | Postpone granting of independence | Invite Jinnah to form the government | Invite Nehru and Jinnah to form the government together | Postpone granting of independence | Gandhiji, as an alternative to the partition of India, suggested to Mountbatten to invite Jinnah to form the Government. But it was opposed by Congress as well as Muslim League. | b | Partition Other Dimensions | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:As an alternative to the partition of India, Gandhiji suggested to Mountbatten that he##Option_A: Postpone granting of independence###Option_B: Invite Jinnah to form the government##Option_C: Invite Nehru and Jinnah to form the government together##Option_D: Postpone grantin... |
The native state of Tripura became involved in the Freedom movement early in the 20 th century because | The kings of Tripura were always anti-British | The Bengal revolutionaries took shelter in Tripura | The tribes of the state were fiercely freedom loving | The kings of Tripura were always anti-British | Tripura became involved in the freedom struggle early in the 20th century because there were already some groups (Bengal revolutionary armies) who were fighting against the Kingship ‘and its protector, the British. | d | Other Dimensions of freedom struggle | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The native state of Tripura became involved in the Freedom movement early in the 20 th century because##Option_A: The kings of Tripura were always anti-British###Option_B: The Bengal revolutionaries took shelter in Tripura##Option_C: The tribes of the state were fiercely fr... |
After returning from South Africa, Gandhiji launched his first successful Satyagraha in | Chauri-Chaura | Dandi | Champaran | Chauri-Chaura | In 1915, Gandhiji returned from South Africa, and in 1917, at Champaran (Bihar) he experimented the Satyagraha to alleviate the problems of indigo cultivators. | c | The Beginning of the Gandhian Era | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:After returning from South Africa, Gandhiji launched his first successful Satyagraha in##Option_A: Chauri-Chaura ###Option_B: Dandi##Option_C: Champaran ##Option_D: Chauri-Ch... |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I List II A. Chittagong Armoury Raid 1. Kalpana Dutt B. Abhinav Bharat 2. Guru Ram Singh C. Anushilan Samiti 3. V... | A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2 | A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4 | A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4 | A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2 | Kalpana Dutt and Preeti Lata Waddedar were associated with Chittagong Armoury Raid in 1930, under the leadership of Surya Sen. Abhinav Bharat was as revolutionary organisation founded by V.D. Savarkar in 1904, Aurobindo Ghosh was associated with Anushilan Samiti, which was founded by Sisir Kumar Ghosh in Bengal. Kuka R... | a | Prsonality Based Questions | General Studies | 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 A. Chittagong Armoury Raid 1. Kalpana Dutt B. Abhinav Bharat 2. Guru Ram Singh ... |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I List II A. Land allotted to big feudal landlords ... | A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4 | A-1, B-4, C-2, D-3 | A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2 | A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4 | The system in which Land allotted to a big landlord was called Jagirdari System, (jagirdar = landlord). The system in which land allotted to revenue farmers of rent collectors (Zamindars) was Zamindari System. The land allotted to each peasant with the right to sublet, mortgage transfer, girt or sell was called as Ryot... | b | Changes in Indian Administration after 1858 | General Studies | 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 A. Land allotted to big feu... |
Assertion (A): Lord Linlithgow describe the August Movement of 1942 as the most serious revolt after the Sepoy mutiny. Reason (R): Peasants joined the movement in large number in some places. | Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A | Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A | A is true but R is false | Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A | The Quit India Movement which was started on 8 August, 1942 had, unprecedent involvement of peasant community which made the struggle more fierce. Thus Lord Linlithgow described this movement as the most serious rebellion since Sepoy Mutiny. | a | The Quit India Movement, I942 | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): Lord Linlithgow describe the August Movement of 1942 as the most serious revolt after the Sepoy mutiny. Reason (R): Peasants joined the movement in large number in some places.##Option_A: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of ... |
Assertion (A): The basic weakness of the early nationalist movement lay in its narrow social base. Reason (R): It fought for the narrow interests of the social groups which joined it. | Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A | Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A | A is true but R is false | Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A | Early nationalists fought for the rights of the common man also. The reason for narrow social base of the early Nationalist movement was, the organization in those starting days was weak and at any point the British could crush it. So, leaders confined to mere prayers and petitions. | c | Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905) | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): The basic weakness of the early nationalist movement lay in its narrow social base. Reason (R): It fought for the narrow interests of the social groups which joined it.##Option_A: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A###Opti... |
While delivering the presidential address, the Congress President who advocated the introduction of Roman script for Hindi language was: | Mahatma Gandhi | Jawaharlal Nehru | Abul Kalam Azad | Mahatma Gandhi | It was Subhash Chandra Bose during his Presidential address in 1938, advocated the introduction of Roman Script for Hindu Language.. | d | Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Sessions, Governor –General Viceroys | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:While delivering the presidential address, the Congress President who advocated the introduction of Roman script for Hindi language was:##Option_A: Mahatma Gandhi ###Option_B: Jawaharlal Nehru##Option_C: Abul Kalam Azad ... |
At the time of partition of India, which one of the following provinces of British India came forward with a plan for a united and independent existence? | Punjab | Assam | Bengal | Punjab | During the Partition of India, Punjab province came forward with a plan for a United and Independent existent. But due to Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel’s effort, Patiala and East Punjab States Union (PEPSU) became a part of Indian Union. | a | Partition Other Dimensions | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:At the time of partition of India, which one of the following provinces of British India came forward with a plan for a united and independent existence?##Option_A: Punjab ###Option_B:Assam##Option_C: Bengal ##Optio... |
The Balkan Plan for fragmentation of India was the brain–child of | W. Churchill | M.A. Jinnah | Lord Mountbatten | W. Churchill | British Government authorized Lord Mountbatten to resolve the situation as early as possible. It is he who felt that the situation had deteriorated so much, that the creation of Pakistan appeared inevitable. | c | Partition Other Dimensions | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Balkan Plan for fragmentation of India was the brain–child of##Option_A: W. Churchill ###Option_B: M.A. Jinnah##Option_C: Lord Mountbatten ##Option_D: W. Churchill ##Answer:c##Explainati... |
Consider the following statements about the Indian National Congress: 1. Sarojini Naidu was the first woman to be the President of the Congress 2. C.R. Das was in prison when he functioned as the President of the Congress 3. The first Britisher to become the President of the Congress was Alan Octavian Hume 4. Alfred We... | 1 and 3 | 2 and 4 | 2, 3 and 4 | 1 and 3 | Sarojini Naidu was second woman to preside over the Congress in 1925, first woman was Annie Besant in 1917, C. R. Das presided over Congress from Prison in 1921. A.O. Hume was the founder of Indian National Congress. But he never presided over the Congress. Sir Alfred Webb was the President of Madras Session of Congres... | b | Prsonality Based Questions | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the Indian National Congress: 1. Sarojini Naidu was the first woman to be the President of the Congress 2. C.R. Das was in prison when he functioned as the President of the Congress 3. The first Britisher to become the President of the... |
Which one of the following is NOT a feature of the Government of India Act of 1935 ? | Diarchy at the Centre as well as in the provinces | A bicameral legislature | Provincial autonomy | Diarchy at the Centre as well as in the provinces | Diarchy was introduced at the centre but not in the provinces. Diarchy was introduced in the province through GOI act, 1919 but it was abolished by the GOI act, 1935. | a | The Government of India Act, 1935 | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following is NOT a feature of the Government of India Act of 1935 ?##Option_A: Diarchy at the Centre as well as in the provinces###Option_B: A bicameral legislature##Option_C: Provincial autonomy##Option_D: Diarchy at the Centre as well as in the provinces... |
Gild-edged market means | Bullion market | Market of Government securities | Market of guns | Bullion market | Gilt edged market means the market of Government securities. They are Gilt edged because it is certain that interest will be paid and they will be redeemed on the due date. | b | Money: Definition, Functions and significance, Evolution of Money, Money supply in India and factors affecting it | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Gild-edged market means##Option_A: Bullion market###Option_B: Market of Government securities##Option_C: Market of guns##Option_D: Bullion market##Answer:b##Explaination:Gilt edged market means the market of Government securities. They are Gilt edged because it is certain th... |
In an open economy, the national income (Y) of the economy is : (C, I, G, X, M stand for Consumption, Investment, Govt. Expenditure, total exports and total imports respectively) | Y = C + I + G + X | Y = C + I + G – X + M | Y = C + I + G + (X – M) | Y = C + I + G + X | nan | c | Measurement of national income: value added method, income method, expenditure method, Application of various methods, Base year, GDP deflator | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In an open economy, the national income (Y) of the economy is : (C, I, G, X, M stand for Consumption, Investment, Govt. Expenditure, total exports and total imports respectively)##Option_A: Y = C + I + G + X###Option_B: Y = C + I + G – X + M##Option_C: Y = C + I + G + (X – ... |
The new GDP series released by the CSO in February, 1999 is with reference to base price of | 1991-92 | 1992-93 | 1993-94 | 1991-92 | nan | c | GDP, GNP, Market Price and Factor Cost, NNP, NDP, transfer payments, National income at FC, Personal Income, disposable income, factors affecting national income, net foreign facto income | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The new GDP series released by the CSO in February, 1999 is with reference to base price of ##Option_A: 1991-92 ###Option_B: 1992-93##Option_C: 1993-94 ##Option_D: 1991-92 ##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:GDP, GNP, Market Price... |
Match List I (Power Generation Plant) with List II (Feed material) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List I List II A. M/s Gowthami Solvents Oil Limited, Andhra Pradesh ... | A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4 | A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2 | A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2 | A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4 | A – 3, B – 1, C – 4, D – 2 | b | Energy Resourcesconventional and nonconventional resources | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List I (Power Generation Plant) with List II (Feed material) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List I List II A. M/s Gowtha... |
The first Indian state to have its Human Development Report prepared and released by Amartya Kumar Sen in Delhi is | West Bengal | Kerala | Madhya Pradesh | West Bengal | Madhya Pradesh | c | Human Development, HDI, MDGs, SDGs | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The first Indian state to have its Human Development Report prepared and released by Amartya Kumar Sen in Delhi is##Option_A: West Bengal ###Option_B: Kerala##Option_C: Madhya Pradesh ##Option_D: West Bengal ##Answer:c##Explaination:Madhya Pradesh##Topic:H... |
That the per capita income in India was Rs. 20/- in 1867-68, was ascertained for the first time by | M.G. Ranade | Sir W. Hunter | R.C. Dutta | M.G. Ranade | For the first time in 1867-68, Dada Bhai Naoroji had ascertained the per capita income, in his book “poverty and un-British rule in India”, as Rs. 20/- | d | Economic policies and their impact, Education Policies | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:That the per capita income in India was Rs. 20/- in 1867-68, was ascertained for the first time by##Option_A: M.G. Ranade ###Option_B: Sir W. Hunter##Option_C: R.C. Dutta ##Option_D: M.G. Ranade ... |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List-I (Industrial Link) List-II (Centre) A. Atlas Cycle Company Ltd. 1. Bangalore B. Bharat Earth Movers Ltd. 2. Bhubanes... | A-1, B-4, C-2, D-3 | A-1, B-4, C-3, D-2 | A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3 | A-1, B-4, C-2, D-3 | A – 4, B – 1, C – 3, D – 2 | d | Industriestypes and their locational factors | Agriculture | 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 (Industrial Link) List-II (Centre) A. Atlas Cycle Company Ltd. 1. Bangalore B. Bharat Earth Mo... |
Match List I (Industrial processes) with List II (Industry with which associated) and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List I List II A. Cracking 1. Rubber B. Smelting ... | A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4 | A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1 | A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4 | A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4 | A – 2, B – 3, C – 4, D – 1 | b | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List I (Industrial processes) with List II (Industry with which associated) and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List I List II A. Cracking ... |
Which one of the following does a TV remote control unit use to operate a TV set ? | Light waves | Sound waves | Microwaves | Light waves | Radio waves are used to transmit radio and T.V. signals. | d | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following does a TV remote control unit use to operate a TV set ?##Option_A: Light waves ###Option_B: Sound waves##Option_C: Microwaves ##Option_D: Light waves ##Answ... |
Fluorescent tubes are fitted with a choke. The choke oil | Steps up the line voltage | Steps down the line voltage | Reduces current in the circuit | Steps up the line voltage | The choke oil steps up the line voltage. In a fluorescent tube (tube light) a starter is used which increases the current and sends it to the choke. The choke-oil increases the voltage of this current and sends it to tube light and the tube lights up. After this, the work of starter is completed and the choke oil is us... | a | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Fluorescent tubes are fitted with a choke. The choke oil##Option_A: Steps up the line voltage###Option_B: Steps down the line voltage##Option_C: Reduces current in the circuit##Option_D: Steps up the line voltage##Answer:a##Explaination:The choke oil steps up the line voltag... |
Assertion (A): Large cold storage plants use ammonia as refrigerant while domestic refrigerators use chlorofluoro-carbons. Reason (R): Ammonia can be liquefied at ambient temperatures at low pressures. | Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A | Both A and R are individually true but R is not the correct explanation of A | A is true but R is false | Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A | nan | a | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): Large cold storage plants use ammonia as refrigerant while domestic refrigerators use chlorofluoro-carbons. Reason (R): Ammonia can be liquefied at ambient temperatures at low pressures.##Option_A: Both A and R are individually true and R is the correct explan... |
Consider the following statements : Hard water is not suitable for 1. Drinking 2. Washing clothes with soap 3. Use in boilers 4. Irrigating crops Which of these statements are correct ? | 1 and 3 | 2 and 3 | 1, 2 and 4 | 1 and 3 | Hardness of water is due to presence of bicarbonates, chlorides and sulphates of calcium and magnesium. It does not produce lather with soaps or detergents. When boiled, in the boilers, the salts of calcium and magnesium are deposited on the walls of the boilers. | b | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements : Hard water is not suitable for 1. Drinking 2. Washing clothes with soap 3. Use in boilers 4. Irrigating crops Which of these statements are correct ?##Option_A: 1 and 3 ###Option_B: 2 and 3##Option_C: 1, 2 and ... |
A small pouch containing silica gel is often found in bottles of medicine in tablet or powder form because silica gel | Kills bacteria | Kills germs and spores | Absorbs moisture | Kills bacteria | Silica gel is found in bottles of medicine in tablet or powder form because it absorbs the moisture and thereby increase the storing life of medicine. | c | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A small pouch containing silica gel is often found in bottles of medicine in tablet or powder form because silica gel##Option_A: Kills bacteria###Option_B: Kills germs and spores##Option_C: Absorbs moisture##Option_D: Kills bacteria##Answer:c##Explaination:Silica gel is foun... |
Canola refers to special type of oil seed mustard varieties bred for human consumption. The main characteristic of these varieties is that the | Seeds have very high oil content | Oil is rich in unsaturated fatty acids | Oil has long shelf-life | Seeds have very high oil content | ‘Canola’ are a special type of all seed mustard varieties bred for oil rich in unsaturated fatty acids. | b | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Canola refers to special type of oil seed mustard varieties bred for human consumption. The main characteristic of these varieties is that the##Option_A: Seeds have very high oil content###Option_B: Oil is rich in unsaturated fatty acids##Option_C: Oil has long shelf-life##O... |
Soft drinks such as colas contain significant quantifies of | Caffeine | Nicotine | Tannin | Caffeine | Tannin | c | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Soft drinks such as colas contain significant quantifies of ##Option_A: Caffeine ###Option_B: Nicotine##Option_C: Tannin ##Option_D: Caffeine ##Answer:c##Explaination:Tannin##Topic:No_topi... |
Insect-resistant cotton plants have been genetically engineered by inserting a gene from a/an | Virus | Bacterium | Insect | Virus | Transgenic cotton resistant to bollworm, (Heliothis armigera), a lepidopteran insect pest was developed by inserting a toxin gene (Cry 1 AC) taken from a bacterium (Bacillus thruingiensis). This transgenic cotton was released commercially in India as Bt cotton. | b | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Insect-resistant cotton plants have been genetically engineered by inserting a gene from a/an##Option_A: Virus ###Option_B: Bacterium##Option_C: Insect ##Option_D: Virus ##Answe... |
Hybridoma technology is a new biotechnological approach for commercial production of | Monoclonal antibodies | Interferon | Antibiotics | Monoclonal antibodies | Hybridoma technology is a new biotechnological approach for commercial production of Monoclonal antibodies which are highly specific to the including antigen, and are relatively cheaper. | a | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Hybridoma technology is a new biotechnological approach for commercial production of##Option_A: Monoclonal antibodies ###Option_B: Interferon##Option_C: Antibiotics ##Option_D: Monoclonal antibodies... |
The memory of a computer is commonly expressed in terms of kilobytes or Megabytes. A byte is made up of : | Eight binary digits | Eight decimal digits | Two binary digits | Eight binary digits | A byte is made up of eight binary digits (bit). Each number, letter, symbol etc. put into a computer is turned into a group of eight bits (bytes). A bit is a term which can have the value of zero or one. | a | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The memory of a computer is commonly expressed in terms of kilobytes or Megabytes. A byte is made up of :##Option_A: Eight binary digits ###Option_B: Eight decimal digits##Option_C: Two binary digits ... |
For reproducing sound, a CD (Compact Disc) audio player uses a | Quartz crystal | Titanium needle | Laser beam | Quartz crystal | Titanium needle. Interference is the reason for reproducing sound. | b | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:For reproducing sound, a CD (Compact Disc) audio player uses a ##Option_A: Quartz crystal ###Option_B: Titanium needle##Option_C: Laser beam ##Option_D: Quartz crystal ... |
The following news item appeared in a National daily dated 1–12–1999: “….Parliament today rejected a Bill to grant women the right to vote and stand for office in parliamentary elections, by a margin of 32 to 30. The National Assembly was split between liberal, pro-government and Shiite Muslim depties who were in favo... | Kuwait | Iran | Bahrain | Kuwait | The Parliament referred to in the quotation is that of Kuwait. | a | No_topic | Electrical Engineering | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The following news item appeared in a National daily dated 1–12–1999: “….Parliament today rejected a Bill to grant women the right to vote and stand for office in parliamentary elections, by a margin of 32 to 30. The National Assembly was split between liberal, pro-governme... |
Consider the following features of newer models of motor cars : 1. Radial tyres 2. Streamline body 3. Multipoint fuel injection 4. Catalytic converter with exhaust Which of these features make the newer models of motor cars more fueld efficient ? | 1 and 2 | 2 and 3 | 2, 3 and 4 | 1 and 2 | Streamline body and Multipoint fuel Injection. | b | No_topic | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following features of newer models of motor cars : 1. Radial tyres 2. Streamline body 3. Multipoint fuel injection 4. Catalytic converter with exhaust Which of these features make the newer models of motor cars more fueld efficient ?##Option_A: 1 and 2 ... |
Which one of the following countries occupies the first place in the “Global Competitive Report” of World Economic Forum? | U.S.A. | Singapore | Hong Kong | U.S.A. | Singapore occupies the first place in the “Global Competitive Report” of World Economic Forum. | b | No_topic | Electrical Engineering | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following countries occupies the first place in the “Global Competitive Report” of World Economic Forum? ##Option_A: U.S.A. ###Option_B: Singapore ##Option_C: Hong Kong ##Option_D: U.S.A. ... |
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List I List II A. Development Programe 1. UN India Human Development Report B. Natio... | A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3 | A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3 | A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1 | A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3 | A – 2, B – 3, C – 4, D – 1 | c | Human Development, HDI, MDGs, SDGs | Anthropology | 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 A. Development Programe ... |
To reach the final of first grand slam of the year 2000, Martina Hingis defeated | Lindsay Davenport | Jennifer Capriati | Sarena Williams | Lindsay Davenport | Jennifer Capriati was defeated by Martina Hingis. | b | No_topic | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:To reach the final of first grand slam of the year 2000, Martina Hingis defeated##Option_A: Lindsay Davenport ###Option_B: Jennifer Capriati##Option_C: Sarena Williams ##Option_D: Lindsay Davenport ... |
The best performance in terms of Human Development among the Asian countries is by | China | Malaysia | Korea | China | nan | c | Human Development, HDI, MDGs, SDGs | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The best performance in terms of Human Development among the Asian countries is by ##Option_A: China ###Option_B: Malaysia ##Option_C: Korea ##Option_D: China ##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:Human D... |
Which of the following statements about the system of ‘subsidiary alliance’ is i ncorrect ? | Lord Wellesley invented the Subsidiary alliance system. | The Indian state was to surrender its external relations to the care of the company. | The state was to accept a British Resident at its headquarters. | Lord Wellesley invented the Subsidiary alliance system. | Wellesley did not invent the Subsidiary alliance system. The system existed long before him and was of an evolutionary growth. Dupleix was perhaps the first who had lent European troops to Indian Princes at the expense of the latter. The English also adopted this system. Wellesley’s special contribution was that he gre... | a | India in the late Eighteenth Century | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements about the system of ‘subsidiary alliance’ is i ncorrect ? ##Option_A: Lord Wellesley invented the Subsidiary alliance system. ###Option_B: The Indian state was to surrender its external relations to the care of the company. ##Option_C: Th... |
Consider the following stages regarding the relation between British and the Indian states:
1. Company’s struggle for equality with Indian states
2. Policy of subordinate Isolation
3. Policy of subordinate Union
4. Policy of equal federation
5. Policy of Ring fence
Select the correct answer using the co... | 1 – 4 – 5 – 2 –3 | 1 – 2 – 5 – 4 – 3
| 1 – 5 – 2 – 3 – 4 | 1 – 4 – 5 – 2 –3 |
Relation between British and the Indian states have following broad stages:
Company’s struggle for equality with Indian states. (1740-1765): Prior to 1940, East India Company was a commercial body. Starting with the Anglo-French rivalry with the coming of Dupleix (1940), company asserted political identity with cap... | c | The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following stages regarding the relation between British and the Indian states:
1. Company’s struggle for equality with Indian states
2. Policy of subordinate Isolation
3. Policy of subordinate Union
4. Policy of equal federation
5. Policy of Ring f... |
Consider the following pairs:
1. Wood’s Despatch : Lord Dalhousie
2. Partition of Bengal : Lord Curzon
3. Rowlatt act : Lord Minto II
4. Suppression of thugee : William Bentick
Select the correct an... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 4 only
| 1, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only |
Rowlatt act was passed in 1919. At that time, the viceroy was Lord Chelmsford.
| b | Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Session, Governor –General Viceroys etc. | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following pairs:
1. Wood’s Despatch : Lord Dalhousie
2. Partition of Bengal : Lord Curzon
3. Rowlatt act : Lord Minto II
4. Suppression of thugee ... |
The imperial Cholas paid special attention to their navy and ventured a successful naval expedition. In this context, to which of the following regions Cholas naval expedition did reach? 1. Sri Lanka 2. Malay Peninsula 3. Maldive Islands Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | The Cholas became prominent in the ninth century and established an empire comprising the major portion of South India. Their capital was Tanjore. They also extended their sway in Sri Lanka and the Malay Peninsula. Therefore, they are called the Imperial Cholas. Thousands of inscriptions found in the temples provide de... | d | Early Medieval Period: North India and South India | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The imperial Cholas paid special attention to their navy and ventured a successful naval expedition. In this context, to which of the following regions Cholas naval expedition did reach? 1. Sri Lanka 2. Malay Peninsula 3. Maldive Islands Select the correct answer using the c... |
Scientists at the Indian Institute of Science(IIS) have successfully tested an alternative drug delivery mechanism involving a capsule based non-intusive method. Which of the following statements is/are true about this?
1. The Capsules are made from natural rubber with medicines in them.
2. The Capsules are i... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only
| 3 only | 1 only |
1. Capsules are made natural rubber with polymer in them.
2. The Capsules are in the wound and waves release the medicines slowly from the capsules.
3. The shockwaves waves are used to deliver the medicines.
| d | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Scientists at the Indian Institute of Science(IIS) have successfully tested an alternative drug delivery mechanism involving a capsule based non-intusive method. Which of the following statements is/are true about this?
1. The Capsules are made from natural rubber with... |
The Constitution 69th Amendment Act passed in 1991, whose Article 239 AA regarding governance of Delhi. Which of the following statements is/are true about this article?
1. Article 239AA of the Constitution precludes the government of Delhi from control on the subjects of land, police and public order.
2. Del... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only
| 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
The Constitution 69th Amendment Act passed in 1991, whose Article 239 AA almost made Delhi a full state — but stopped short. While excluding the entries relating to police, public order and land, the amendment stipulated that the legislative assembly “shall have power to make laws for the whole or any part of the ... | d | The Union and its Territory | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
The Constitution 69th Amendment Act passed in 1991, whose Article 239 AA regarding governance of Delhi. Which of the following statements is/are true about this article?
1. Article 239AA of the Constitution precludes the government of Delhi from control on the subjects... |
Recently India proposed the creation of a ‘India Nuclear Insurance Pool’ in its agreement with the USA. Which of the following statements is/are true about this?
1. This pool will be a consortium of Indian public sector nuclear reactor operator companies.
2. USA and India will contribute Rs 750 crore in the form of... | 1 only | 2 only
| 1 and 2 | 1 only |
The government also said it had proposed the creation of a ‘India Nuclear Insurance Pool’ as part of the overall risk management scheme for liability. This pool will be a consortium of five Indian public sector insurance companies, in which the government will contribute Rs 750 crore in the form of a contingent liabi... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Recently India proposed the creation of a ‘India Nuclear Insurance Pool’ in its agreement with the USA. Which of the following statements is/are true about this?
1. This pool will be a consortium of Indian public sector nuclear reactor operator companies.
2. USA and Indi... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about e-cigarettes? 1. E-cigarettes have not been found to harm the immune system. 2. e-cigarette vapours contain free radical chemicals which are also found in tobacco cigarettes. 3. Free radicals are agents that can damage DNA. 4. In India its sale is regulated by Cigaret... | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 4 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | For more useful information, the detailed explanation is given. E-cigarettes have for the first time been found to harm the immune system in the lungs exactly the same way as traditional nicotine cigarettes. Scientists have confirmed that e-cigarette vapors to contain the same potentially dangerous chemicals. Research ... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true about e-cigarettes? 1. E-cigarettes have not been found to harm the immune system. 2. e-cigarette vapours contain free radical chemicals which are also found in tobacco cigarettes. 3. Free radicals are agents that can damage DNA.... |
India continues its dismal run in Global Intellectual Property Index score, occupying the 29th position among 30 countries.Which of the following are the reasons stated by the Index report? 1. India is not a contracting party to any of the international treaties included in the GIPC Index. 2. India has not concluded an... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | The latest GIPC Index mapped the IP environment of 30 economies that constitute 80 per cent of global gross domestic product with scores evaluated on 30 indicators indicative of a robust IP system. "India is not a contracting party to any of the international treaties included in the GIPC Index, nor has India concluded... | a | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:India continues its dismal run in Global Intellectual Property Index score, occupying the 29th position among 30 countries.Which of the following are the reasons stated by the Index report? 1. India is not a contracting party to any of the international treaties included in ... |
Russia-India-China (RIC) grouping issued a comprehensive joint communiqué in 2015. Which of the following statements is/are true about this?
1. It called for an ambitious reform of an international system that was respectful of the diversity of home-grown political systems.
2. It supported India"s inclusion in perm... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only
| 3 only | 1 and 2 only |
At the end of their day-long deliberations in the Chinese capital on Monday, the foreign ministers of the Russia-India-China (RIC) grouping issued a comprehensive joint communiqué that called for an ambitious reform of an international system that was respectful of the diversity of home-grown political systems.
The... | c | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Russia-India-China (RIC) grouping issued a comprehensive joint communiqué in 2015. Which of the following statements is/are true about this?
1. It called for an ambitious reform of an international system that was respectful of the diversity of home-grown political systems... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about Commercial Courts Bill 2015?
1. It sets a time limit of 90 days for delivery of judgment after conclusion of arguments.
2. It hands over powers to the courts to impose exemplary costs against defaulting parties for wilful failure to disclose any of the documents. ... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only
| 1 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only |
In an effort to give a boost to Narendra Modi's 'Make in India' campaign and encourage foreign investments, the law commission on Thursday submitted a draft bill to the government on setting up of commercial courts.
The Commercial Courts Bill 2015, likely to be introduced in the coming budget session, has proposed ... | c | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true about Commercial Courts Bill 2015?
1. It sets a time limit of 90 days for delivery of judgment after conclusion of arguments.
2. It hands over powers to the courts to impose exemplary costs against defaulting parties for wilf... |
Which of the statements given below is/are incorrect about ‘Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana’?
1. Its objective is to create models of local development, which can be replicated in other villages.
2. The MP would be free to identify a suitable Gram Panchayat for being developed as Adarsh Gram, other than his/her ... | 2 only | 2 and 3 only
| 3 only | 2 only |
Objectives of ‘Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana’ includes:
trigger processes which lead to holistic development of the identified Gram Panchayats
To substantially improve the standard of living and quality of life of all sections of the population through –
improved basic amenities
higher ... | c | India Year Book 2015 | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the statements given below is/are incorrect about ‘Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana’?
1. Its objective is to create models of local development, which can be replicated in other villages.
2. The MP would be free to identify a suitable Gram Panchayat for being ... |
Consider the following statements regarding the recently launched MUDRA Bank: 1. The bank will provide direct financial assistance to the small enterprises in the informal sector. 2. The initial corpus would be Rs. 20,000 crore. 3. MUDRA Bank would be set up through statutory enactment. Select the correct answer using ... | 1 and 2only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2only | The Prime Minister launched the MUDRA bank with a corpus of Rs. 20,000 crore and credit guarantee of Rs. 3,000 crore. The bank will be responsible for refinancing micro-finance institutions in the business of lending to small entities, rather than directly funding the small enterprises. MUDRA will be set up through a s... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the recently launched MUDRA Bank: 1. The bank will provide direct financial assistance to the small enterprises in the informal sector. 2. The initial corpus would be Rs. 20,000 crore. 3. MUDRA Bank would be set up through statutor... |
Consider the following statements regarding newly launched Social Progress Index (SPI): 1. It is being launched by a UN agency. 2. It measures progress on a wide range of indicators, including GDP. 3. In the recent report India ranks above all of the South Asian countries. Select the correct answer using the code given... | 1only | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | 1only | Out of 133 countries rated on indicators of well-being such as health, water and sanitation, personal safety, access to opportunity, tolerance, inclusion, personal freedom and choice India has secured the 101th place. This is lower than India’s rank, of 93, for GDP per capita income. Even Nepal and Bangladesh rank high... | d | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding newly launched Social Progress Index (SPI): 1. It is being launched by a UN agency. 2. It measures progress on a wide range of indicators, including GDP. 3. In the recent report India ranks above all of the South Asian countries. S... |
Consider the following statements regarding the Right to Information Act (RTI), 2005: 1. The security and intelligence agencies are completely exempted from the provisions of RTI Act. 2. These agencies are exempted from the purview of RTI Act because disclosing sensitive information may jeopardize national security. Se... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Twenty-five of India’s top security agencies are exempt from most of the requirements of the RTI Act, but are required to provide access to information if it relates to allegations of corruption and human rights violations. They also need to appoint public information officers and submit reports to the Central Informat... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the Right to Information Act (RTI), 2005: 1. The security and intelligence agencies are completely exempted from the provisions of RTI Act. 2. These agencies are exempted from the purview of RTI Act because disclosing sensitive inf... |
The Foreign Trade Policy 2015, launched in April 2015, talks about ‘Special Notified Zones.’ What ‘Special Notified Zones’ are meant for? | For promoting renewal power generation through zero custom duty on the import in those areas. | These are re-engineered format of SEZs for promoting exports from these areas by providing regulation free environment. | For promoting trade in diamond by eliminating intermediaries. | For promoting renewal power generation through zero custom duty on the import in those areas. | The Special Notified Zone is being created with view to cut out middlemen and encourage overseas diamond mining companies to open their offices in India at designated zones to sell their produce directly to Indian man. | c | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Foreign Trade Policy 2015, launched in April 2015, talks about ‘Special Notified Zones.’ What ‘Special Notified Zones’ are meant for?##Option_A: For promoting renewal power generation through zero custom duty on the import in those areas.###Option_B: These are re-enginee... |
Which of the following agencies do not issue ‘green bond’? 1. World Bank 2. Corporations 3. Government agencies 4. Municipalities Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 4 only | 2 only | A bond is a debt instrument with which an entity raises money from investors. The bond issuer gets capital while the investors receive fixed income in the form of interest. When the bond matures, the money is repaid. A green bond is very similar. The only difference is that the issuer of a green bond publicly states th... | d | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following agencies do not issue ‘green bond’? 1. World Bank 2. Corporations 3. Government agencies 4. Municipalities Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 2 only ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 4 only ... |
Consider the following statements regarding ‘green bonds’: 1. They are issued by multilateral agencies for funding only the green projects. 2. Green bonds carry a lower interest rate than conventional loans. 3. Green bonds carry lower risk than conventional bonds. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Green bonds are issued by multilateral agencies such as the World Bank, corporations, government agencies and municipalities. Green bonds typically carry a lower interest rate than the loans offered by the commercial banks. Hence, when compared to other forms of debt, green bonds offer better returns for an independent... | d | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding ‘green bonds’: 1. They are issued by multilateral agencies for funding only the green projects. 2. Green bonds carry a lower interest rate than conventional loans. 3. Green bonds carry lower risk than conventional bonds. Select the... |
Which of the following institutions/organizations organizes the ‘Earth Hour’? | United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). | Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). | World Health Organization (WHO). | United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). | Earth Hour is a worldwide movement for the planet organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). The event is held worldwide annually encouraging individuals, communities, households and businesses to turn off their non-essential lights for one hour, from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the last Saturday in March, as a sy... | d | Enviournment | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following institutions/organizations organizes the ‘Earth Hour’?##Option_A: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).###Option_B: Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).##Option_C: World Health Organization (WHO).##Option_D: United Nations Environme... |
Consider the following statements regarding the effects of Iran Nuclear deal: 1. All the economic sanctions imposed on Iran would immediately be withdrawn on signing the final deal. 2. India’s expenditure on oil imports would be lowered. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | The first statement is incorrect, because the lifting of some of the sanctions would be possible only the approval of American Congress, irrespective of the deal. In fact, this has been a new bone of contention between the U.S. and the Iranian leadership. Second statement is correct as India had to relent to the U.S. p... | a | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the effects of Iran Nuclear deal: 1. All the economic sanctions imposed on Iran would immediately be withdrawn on signing the final deal. 2. India’s expenditure on oil imports would be lowered. Select the correct answer using the c... |
With reference to the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Nurses are eligible to perform abortions in rural areas. 2. AYUSH doctors are not eligible to perform abortions. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | At present both the nurses and AYUSH doctors are not eligible to perform abortions. The Centre recently announced its proposal to amend the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971 to allow nurses and AYUSH (Indian system of medicines) doctors to perform abortions to provide safe abortion. The move has drawn sharp cr... | b | Scientific, Academic, Legal and related. | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Nurses are eligible to perform abortions in rural areas. 2. AYUSH doctors are not eligible to perform abortions. Select the correct answer using the code gi... |
Consider the following statements regarding Swachh Bharat Abhiyan: 1. Gujarat tops the list of states in implementing Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, while Odisha has excelled in the construction of community toilets, in 2014-15. 2. The mission aims to ensure cleanliness in all the statutory municipalities only by 2 nd October... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | First statement is correct, according to an assessment done by the Urban Development Ministry for 2014-15. Second statement is incorrect because the mission intends to ensure the cleanliness of all the towns and villages. | b | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Swachh Bharat Abhiyan: 1. Gujarat tops the list of states in implementing Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, while Odisha has excelled in the construction of community toilets, in 2014-15. 2. The mission aims to ensure cleanliness in all the s... |
With regard to the Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAGY) scheme,consider the following statements : It is being implemented by Ministry of Panchayati Raj. It is based on demand driven approach wherein a Member of Parliament (MP) can adopt any village across the country. Gram Sabha would be the basic unit for development un... | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAANJHI) was launched in October , 2014 and at the national level it is being implemented by Ministry of Rural Development. Hence, 1st statement is incorrect. The Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana, would have three distinct features – it would be (a) demand driven (b) inspired by society (c) ... | d | India Year Book 2015 | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to the Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAGY) scheme,consider the following statements : It is being implemented by Ministry of Panchayati Raj. It is based on demand driven approach wherein a Member of Parliament (MP) can adopt any village across the country. Gram Sab... |
With regard to the Central Adoption Resource Authority( CARA) , consider the following statements : It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Women and Child Development created by Guardian and Wards Act of 1890. It regulates all child adoption related activities in India. With regard to inter- country adoptions,... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Women & Child Development, Government of India. Hence, 1st statement is incorrect. CARA primarily deals with adoption of orphan, abandoned and surrendered children through its associated /recognised adoption agencies. It function... | b | India Year Book 2015 | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to the Central Adoption Resource Authority( CARA) , consider the following statements : It is a statutory body under the Ministry of Women and Child Development created by Guardian and Wards Act of 1890. It regulates all child adoption related activities in In... |
High Level Committee headed by Shanta Kumar to restructure the Public Distribution System has submitted its report.Which of the following statements is/are true about its recommedations?
Deregulate the fertilizer sector.
Delink the prices of grain sold through Targeted PDS from Minimus Support Price.
... | 1 , 2 and 3 only
| 2 , 3 and 4 only
| 1 and 4 only
| 1 , 2 and 3 only
| c | committees and Commissions | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
High Level Committee headed by Shanta Kumar to restructure the Public Distribution System has submitted its report.Which of the following statements is/are true about its recommedations?
Deregulate the fertilizer sector.
Delink the prices of grain sold through ... | |
Recently India witnessed the outbreak of Swine Flu.Which of the following statements is/are correct in this regard? It is caused by H5N1 virus. Swine flu spreads in the same way as the seasonal flu. Oseltamivir is used to prevent and treat Swine flu. In 2015 the states of Gujarat and Rajasthan are the worst effected. S... | 1 , 2 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 , 2 and 3 only | H1N1 flu is also known as swine flu. It's called swine flu because in the past, the people who caught it had direct contact with pigs. That changed several years ago, when a new virus emerged that spread among people who hadn't been near pigs. Hence, only 1st statement is incorrect. Rest all the correct. Some of the... | b | Events.National | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Recently India witnessed the outbreak of Swine Flu.Which of the following statements is/are correct in this regard? It is caused by H5N1 virus. Swine flu spreads in the same way as the seasonal flu. Oseltamivir is used to prevent and treat Swine flu. In 2015 the states of Gu... |
India has struck a deal to buy Spike missiles. Which of the following statements is/are true about this missile? It is designed and developed by the Israeli company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. It is an anti-aircraft guided missile. It has fire and forget capability. Select the correct answer using the code given b... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only |
Spike is an Israeli fourth generation man-portable fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile and anti-personnel missile with a tandem-charged HEAT warhead, developed and designed by the Israeli company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and in service with a number of nations.
As well as engaging and destroying targets... | b | Missiles | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:India has struck a deal to buy Spike missiles. Which of the following statements is/are true about this missile? It is designed and developed by the Israeli company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. It is an anti-aircraft guided missile. It has fire and forget capability. Sel... |
University Grants Commission (UGC) issued directives which require that all universities follow a Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) from 2015 onward. Which of the following statements is/are true about this new system? It will provide choice to students within an institution. It will provide students the mobility acros... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 only |
The directives require that all universities follow a Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) from 2015 onwards. The aim is to provide choice to students within an institution as well as “seamless mobility across institutions” in India and abroad by adopting a “cafeteria approach”. These guidelines are apparently supposed ... | d | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:University Grants Commission (UGC) issued directives which require that all universities follow a Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) from 2015 onward. Which of the following statements is/are true about this new system? It will provide choice to students within an institution... |
The Budget placed before the Parliament comprises of which of the following documents? The Budget Speech of the Finance Minister. Demand for Grants Fiscal Policy strategy for financial year Medium Term Fiscal Policy Statement Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | The Budget documents presented to Parliament comprise, besides the Finance Minister's Budget Speech, of the following: Annual Financial Statement (AFS) Demand for Grants (DG) Appropriation Bill Finance Bill Memorandum Explaining the Provisions in the Finance Bill, 2015 Macro-economic framework for the relevant financia... | d | Budget 2015-16 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Budget placed before the Parliament comprises of which of the following documents? The Budget Speech of the Finance Minister. Demand for Grants Fiscal Policy strategy for financial year Medium Term Fiscal Policy Statement Select the correct answer using the code given be... |
Which of the following Ocean Currents is/are correctly matched with their respective Gyres? Boundary Current Gyre 1. Canary Current North Atlantic Gyre 2. Agulhas Current South Atlantic Gyre 3. Gulf Stream Current South P... | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | An ocean gyre is a large system of circular ocean currents formed by global wind patterns and forces created by Earth’s rotation. Three forces cause the circulation of a gyre: global wind patterns, Earth’s rotation, and Earth’s landmasses. The Canary Current is a wind-driven surface current that is part of the North ... | a | Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following Ocean Currents is/are correctly matched with their respective Gyres? Boundary Current Gyre 1. Canary Current North Atlantic Gyre 2. Agulhas Current South Atlantic Gyre 3. ... |
The Economic Survey 2015-16 conceived certain fiscal and tax measures as a tool to de-incentivise the fossil fuel use. Which of the following steps are listed by the economic survey as a measure? Excise duty on petrol and diesel. Additional Cess on Coal. Deregulation of petrol and diesel prices. Reduction in subsidies ... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | All the statements are correct. The economic survey talks about a move from carbon incentives in the form of subsidies to carbon taxes to de-incentivise the use of fossil fuels. Here deregulations and reduction in subsidies is one and the same. Excise duty is viewed as implicit carbon tax and cess on coal is conceived ... | d | Economic survey 2014-15 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Economic Survey 2015-16 conceived certain fiscal and tax measures as a tool to de-incentivise the fossil fuel use. Which of the following steps are listed by the economic survey as a measure? Excise duty on petrol and diesel. Additional Cess on Coal. Deregulation of petr... |
Recently, Supreme Court has directed the Government to identify transgenders as the ‘third Gender’. Consider the following statements with respect to this:
Not recognising "Third gender" violates article 14, 15, 16 and 17 of the Indian constitution.
The first step in this regard was taken by election commission b... | 2 and 3 only
| 3 only
| 1, 2 and 3 only
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Not recognising ‘Third gender’ violates article 14, 15, 16 19 and 21 of the Indian constitution. These articles use either the term “person” or “citizen” or “sex”. All these expressions, are “gender neutral” , they refer to human-beings. Article 17 is not being violated as it pertains only to untouchability
The fi... | d | Events.National | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Recently, Supreme Court has directed the Government to identify transgenders as the ‘third Gender’. Consider the following statements with respect to this:
Not recognising "Third gender" violates article 14, 15, 16 and 17 of the Indian constitution.
The first step in t... |
The Union cabinet has accorded minority status to Jains. Consider the following statements with respect to this: This would ensure that Jains get the minority status in the states that they are in minority like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh etc. Once they get a minority status, they will have the right to establish and ad... | 1 only | 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Jains are already enjoying minority status in some status like Rajasthan, MP , UP and Chattisgarh. by this decision they will get a status of national minority. Jains will be the 6th community to get this status after muslims, christians, Parsis, buddhists and sikhs | b | Events.National | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Union cabinet has accorded minority status to Jains. Consider the following statements with respect to this: This would ensure that Jains get the minority status in the states that they are in minority like Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh etc. Once they get a minority status,... |
Regarding the difference between the Essential Commodities (EC) Act and the Agricultural Produce Marketing Commodities (APMC) Act, consider the following statements: The Essential Commodities (EC) Act empowers Central and State governments to control production, supply, pricing and distribution of certain commodities. ... | 1 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | The scope of the Essential Commodities Act (EC Act) is much broader than the APMC Act. It empowers the central and state governments concurrently to control production, supply and distribution of certain commodities, including pricing, stock-holding and the period for which the stocks can be kept and to impose duti... | d | Economic survey 2014-15 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Regarding the difference between the Essential Commodities (EC) Act and the Agricultural Produce Marketing Commodities (APMC) Act, consider the following statements: The Essential Commodities (EC) Act empowers Central and State governments to control production, supply, pric... |
With reference to the "Double Financial Repression" discussed in the Economic Survey 2014-15, which of the following are policy recommendations to address the repression? Decreasing the Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR). Reduction in the Priority Sector Lending (PSL) requirements for banks. Encouraging growth in banks an... | 1, 2, 3 and 4 | 1 and 2 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2, 3 and 4 | According to the economic survey: The SLR requirement in India have been high traditionally and there is need to decrease the SLR. It also list Priority sector lending requirement as one of the reason for repression but does not suggest decrease in PSL. Instead it suggests reforms in the PSL. Hence, only 2nd statement... | c | Economic survey 2014-15 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the "Double Financial Repression" discussed in the Economic Survey 2014-15, which of the following are policy recommendations to address the repression? Decreasing the Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR). Reduction in the Priority Sector Lending (PSL) requireme... |
A new scheme “Nayi Manzil” was announced in Union Budget 2015-16. Which of the statements given below is/are true about this scheme? It will be an integrated education and livelihood scheme. It will enable minority youth who do not have a formal school-leaving certificate to obtain one and find better employment. It wi... | 1, 2 and 4 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | “Nai Manzil” scheme announced in the budget will be an integrated education and livelihood scheme to enable minority youth who do not have a formal school-leaving certificate to obtain one and find better employment. The scheme will help bridge the gap in education and skills of those passing out of madrasas. Hence ... | c | Budget 2015-16 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A new scheme “Nayi Manzil” was announced in Union Budget 2015-16. Which of the statements given below is/are true about this scheme? It will be an integrated education and livelihood scheme. It will enable minority youth who do not have a formal school-leaving certificate to... |
With reference to the stalled development projects in India, which of the following statements is/are correct? The share of electricity projects is highest in total stalled projects. The share of services sector is the highest for the stalled projects in private sector. Market condition is a dominant factor behind sta... | 1, 2 and 3 | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | In terms of share in total, electricity and services dominate for both public and private sectors , while manufacturing forms the major component of stalled projects in the private sector. It is clear that private projects are held up overwhelmingly due to market conditions and non-regulatory factors whereas the gover... | c | Economic survey 2014-15 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the stalled development projects in India, which of the following statements is/are correct? The share of electricity projects is highest in total stalled projects. The share of services sector is the highest for the stalled projects in private sector. Mar... |
Which of the following is/are the region(s) of the Solar System beyond the planets? Kuiper belt Asteroid belt Scattered disc Oort cloud Select the correct answer using code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | In 1950, Dutch astronomer Jan Oort proposed that certain comets come from a vast, extremely distant, spherical shell of icy bodies surrounding the solar system . This giant swarm of objects is now named the Oort Cloud, occupying space at a distance between 5,000 and 100,000 astronomical units. (One astronomical unit, ... | b | Manorama year book | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are the region(s) of the Solar System beyond the planets? Kuiper belt Asteroid belt Scattered disc Oort cloud Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Ans... |
Consider the following statements about recently concluded ‘Monetary Policy Framework Agreement’ by Central Government Its primary objective is to maintain price stability while taking care of growth. This policy framework shall be operated by Ministry of Finance. Under its targets Ministry of Finance will aim to bring... | 1 only | 2 only | 3 only | 1 only |
India has set a target for inflation in a landmark change in its monetary policy.
The objective of the Monetary Policy Framework Agreement is to primarily maintain price stability (containing inflation) while keeping in mind the objective of growth . Hence 1st statement is correct.
India’s monetary policy f... | a | Budget 2015-16 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about recently concluded ‘Monetary Policy Framework Agreement’ by Central Government Its primary objective is to maintain price stability while taking care of growth. This policy framework shall be operated by Ministry of Finance. Under its ... |
Consider the following statements about ‘Soil health Card Scheme’: The card will carry crop wise recommendations of nutrients/fertilizers required for farms. Every soil health card will be renewed every year. This scheme will improve soil fertility on a sustainable basis. This is a centrally sponsored scheme. Which of... | 1 and 3 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only |
Soil Health Card (Centrally Sponsored Scheme) for Integrated Plant Nutrient Management to improve soil fertility and productivity on a sustainable basis. 3rd statement is correct.
It aims to provide every farmer a Soil Health Card in a Mission mode. The card will carry crop wise recommendations of nutrients/fertil... | b | Budget 2015-16 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about ‘Soil health Card Scheme’: The card will carry crop wise recommendations of nutrients/fertilizers required for farms. Every soil health card will be renewed every year. This scheme will improve soil fertility on a sustainable basis. Th... |
With regard to "Dwarf Planet" , consider the following statements: It orbits around the Sun. It is a satellite. Pluto is a dwarf planet. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | According to the International Astronomical Union, which sets definitions for planetary science, a dwarf planet is a celestial body that: i) orbits the sun ii) has enough mass to assume a nearly round shape iii) has not cleared the neighborhood around its orbit iv) is not a satellite (moon). Hence, only 2nd statem... | c | Manorama Year Book 2015 | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to "Dwarf Planet" , consider the following statements: It orbits around the Sun. It is a satellite. Pluto is a dwarf planet. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 ... |
Which of the following schemes is/are included under the The Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Shramev Jayate Karyakram? A dedicated Shram Suvidha Portal Shramik Arogya Nidhi Compliance Tracking system Apprentice Protsahan Yojana Revamped Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana Select the correct answer using code given below: | 1, 3 and 5 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1, 4 and 5 only | 1, 3 and 5 only |
The Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Shramev Jayate Karyakram includes five schemes:
A dedicated Shram Suvidha Portal: That would allot Labour Identification Number (LIN) to nearly 6 lakhs units and allow them to file online compliance for 16 out of 44 labour laws
An all-new Random Inspection Scheme: Utilizing technol... | c | India Year Book 2015 | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following schemes is/are included under the The Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Shramev Jayate Karyakram? A dedicated Shram Suvidha Portal Shramik Arogya Nidhi Compliance Tracking system Apprentice Protsahan Yojana Revamped Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana Select the co... |
With regard to the special provisions provided under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements: 1. It provides permanent provisions to Jammu and Kashmir by granting it special autonomy . 2. President"s Rule cannot be applied on the grounds of "internal disturbance" without the concurrenc... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | No proclamation of emergency made on the grounds of internal disturbance or imminent danger thereof shall have effect in relation to the state unless (a) it is made at the request or with the concurrence of the government of the state ; or (b) where it has not been so made, it is a pplied subsequently by the Pres... | b | Manorama Year Book 2015 | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to the special provisions provided under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements: 1. It provides permanent provisions to Jammu and Kashmir by granting it special autonomy . 2. President"s Rule cannot be applied on the grounds of ... |
New Horizons Spacecraft is launched by NASA: | to study Sun"s influence on Earth and near-Earth space by studying the solar atmosphere . | to carry astronauts to destinations at or beyond low Earth orbit. | to study Mercury"s chemical composition, geology and magnetic field. | to study Sun"s influence on Earth and near-Earth space by studying the solar atmosphere . | The Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle ( MPCV ) is a spacecraft intended to carry astronauts to destinations at or beyond low Earth orbit (LEO). Currently under development by NASA for launch on the Space Launch System.Orion is currently intended to facilitate human exploration of asteroids and of Mars, as well as to... | d | Manorama Year Book 2015 | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:New Horizons Spacecraft is launched by NASA:##Option_A: to study Sun"s influence on Earth and near-Earth space by studying the solar atmosphere .###Option_B: to carry astronauts to destinations at or beyond low Earth orbit.##Option_C: to study Mercury"s chemical composition... |
Which among the following pairs is/are correctly matched with respect to the Northern Hemisphere ? 1. Summer : When the Sun is directly overhead the Equator 2. Winter : When the Sun is at Tropic of Capricorn 3. Spring : When the Sun is at Tropic of Cancer Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | SUMMER - When the Sun is directly over the Tropic of Cancer and the North Temperate Zone experiences summer. WINTER - When the Sun is at the Tropic of Capricorn and the North Temperate Zone experiences winter. SPRING - When the Sun is directly overhead the Equator . AUTUMN - When the Sun returns... | b | Manorama Year Book 2015 | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following pairs is/are correctly matched with respect to the Northern Hemisphere ? 1. Summer : When the Sun is directly overhead the Equator 2. Winter : When the Sun is at Tropic of Capricorn 3. Spring : When the Sun is at Tropic of Cancer Select the cor... |
Which of the following languages spoken in India have been given "Classical" status? Telugu Sanskrit Malayalam Oriya Tamil Kannada Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2, 4 and 5 only | 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 only | 1 , 3, 4, 5 and 6 only | 1, 2, 4 and 5 only | The six languages which are included in the list of Classical Languages are : Tamil (since 2004) Sanskrit (since 2005) Telugu (since 2008) Kannada (Since 2008) Malayalam (since 2013) Odiya (since 2014) . The Government of India currently follows the following criteria to determine the eligibility of lan... | d | Manorama Year Book 2015 | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following languages spoken in India have been given "Classical" status? Telugu Sanskrit Malayalam Oriya Tamil Kannada Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2, 4 and 5 only###Option_B: 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 only##Option_C: 1 , 3, 4, 5 and... |
With regard to the provisions of Official language in Indian Constitution , consider the following statements: Hindi is the official language of the Union. The States are free to adopt any language other than Hindi as official language for the conduct of their official functions All the proceedings of both Supreme Co... | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | India has 22 officially recognised languages. Article 343 provides that the official language of Republic of India is Hindi with English as an additional language for official work and the States can legislate their own official languages, other than Hindi. The Constitution ( Article 348(1)(a) ) provides that all... | d | Provisions related to Language | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to the provisions of Official language in Indian Constitution , consider the following statements: Hindi is the official language of the Union. The States are free to adopt any language other than Hindi as official language for the conduct of their official func... |
Which of the statements given below is/are correct about ‘Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana’? It is essentially an organic farming scheme. It replaces earlier "Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana". Under this scheme there will be no liability on the farmers for expenditure on certification of organic produce. Select the cor... | 1 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana aims to promote organic farming and to develop potential markets for organic products. It will maximize the utilization of natural resources through eco-friendly cultivation. Under this scheme Groups of farmers would be motivated to take up organic farming under. Fifty or more farmers ... | c | Budget 2015-16 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the statements given below is/are correct about ‘Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana’? It is essentially an organic farming scheme. It replaces earlier "Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana". Under this scheme there will be no liability on the farmers for expenditure on cer... |
Which of the statements given below is/are true about Self Employment and Talent Utilisation (SETU) mechanism? It will be a Techno-Financial, Incubation and Facilitation Programme to support self-employment activities particularly in technology-driven areas. Its focus will be on preserving rich heritage of minority com... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only |
Self- Employment and Talent Utilisation (SETU) mechanism is announced in Union Budget 2015-16.
It will be a Techno-Financial, Incubation and Facilitation Programme to support all aspects of start up businesses, and other self-employment activities, particularly in technology-driven areas . An amount of Rs.1000 c... | a | Budget 2015-16 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the statements given below is/are true about Self Employment and Talent Utilisation (SETU) mechanism? It will be a Techno-Financial, Incubation and Facilitation Programme to support self-employment activities particularly in technology-driven areas. Its focus will b... |
Consider the following statements about Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs): They are used as instruments for pooling of investment for infrastructure projects. It would help attract more funds in a transparent manner into infrastructure sector. It would reduce the pressure on the banking system while also making... | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only |
Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) are used as instruments for pooling of investment for infrastructure projects like Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITS) , which have been successfully used as instruments for pooling of investment in several countries.
These structures would reduce the pressure on the ba... | b | Budget 2015-16 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs): They are used as instruments for pooling of investment for infrastructure projects. It would help attract more funds in a transparent manner into infrastructure sector. It would reduce the pre... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct about tax buoyancy in India? It measures the corresponding change in tax revenues with the changes in GDP. Higher tax buoyancy would potentially lead to increase in the deficit ratio. Tax evasion and tax collection lags increase the tax buoyancy, hence improve the produc... | 1 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 only |
Tax buoyancy is the measure for how tax revenues vary with changes in GDP. Hence 1st statement is correct.
A buoyancy of one would imply that an extra percent of GDP would increase tax revenue by one percent, thus leaving the tax to GDP ratio unchanged. Tax buoyancy exceeding one, however would increase tax revenu... | a | Budget 2015-16 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct about tax buoyancy in India? It measures the corresponding change in tax revenues with the changes in GDP. Higher tax buoyancy would potentially lead to increase in the deficit ratio. Tax evasion and tax collection lags increa... |
Consider the following statements about Organic LED (OLED): An OLED is simply an LED where the light is emitted by organic molecules. OLEDs are lighter, much more flexible and can produce a brighter and more colorful picture when compared to LCDs. OLEDs are brighter as they use backlight but they consume much more ener... | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only |
OLED were in news as in Budget 2015-16 Basic customs duty was reduced from 10 % to nil to reduce the cost of raw materials.
OLED panels are made from organic (carbon based) materials that emit light when electricity is applied through them.
Since OLEDs do not require a backlight and filters (unlike LCD displa... | b | Budget 2015-16 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about Organic LED (OLED): An OLED is simply an LED where the light is emitted by organic molecules. OLEDs are lighter, much more flexible and can produce a brighter and more colorful picture when compared to LCDs. OLEDs are brighter as they ... |
In Union Budget 2015-16 basic customs duty was reduced from 2.5 % to Nil on Ulexite ore. Consider the following statements about ‘Ulexite ore’: It is a naturally occurring fiber-optic material and is composed of thousands of fibrous fragments, which transmit light. Ulexite is also known as TV rock due to its unusual op... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | 1 only | Ulexite (NaCaB5O6(OH)6•5(H2O)) (hydrated sodium calcium borate hydroxide), sometimes known as TV rock, is a naturally occurring fiber-optic material and is composed of thousands of fibrous fragments, which transmit light. The fibers of Ulexite act as optical fibers, transmitting light along their lengths by internal re... | d | Budget 2015-16 | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In Union Budget 2015-16 basic customs duty was reduced from 2.5 % to Nil on Ulexite ore. Consider the following statements about ‘Ulexite ore’: It is a naturally occurring fiber-optic material and is composed of thousands of fibrous fragments, which transmit light. Ulexite i... |
Which of the following dances have been conferred "Classical" status? Kathak Bharatnatyam Sattriya Manipuri Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1 , 2 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only] | 1 and 2 only | A dance style is classical to the extent that it incorporates Natya Shastra techniques. There are eight classical dances recognized by both Sangeet Natak Academy and ministry of Culture as Classical Dances viz. Bharatnatyam (Tamil Nadu), Kathakali (Kerela), Kuchipudi (Andhra Pradesh), Kathak (North India), Manipuri... | d | Manorama Year Book 2015 | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following dances have been conferred "Classical" status? Kathak Bharatnatyam Sattriya Manipuri Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 and 2 only ###Option_B:1 , 2 and 3 only##Option_C:2, 3 and 4 only]##Option_D:1 and 2 only ... |
Which of the following pairs are incorrectly matched? Dance Region 1. Bharatnatyam : Tamil Nadu 2. Kathakali : Andhra Pradesh 3. Mohiniyattam : Kerela Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 only | 3 only | 1 only | Bharatnatyam -originated in Tamil Nadu , name possibly derived from Bharat. In Natya Shastra, Bharatanatyam is described as ekaharya in which one dancer depicts many roles. Siva as Nataraja, the Lord of Dance is depicted in various dance forms . Bharatnatyam leans heavily on the abhinaya or mime aspect of dance - the... | b | Manorama Year Book 2015 | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following pairs are incorrectly matched? Dance Region 1. Bharatnatyam : Tamil Nadu 2. Kathakali : Andhra Pradesh 3. Mohiniyattam : Kerela Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C: 3 only##Option_D:1 o... |
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