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Consider the following techniques/phenomenon: A device capable of storing information in a way similar to a human brain. A robot assembled entirely from prosthetic body parts and artificial organs. Rubber-based prosthetic leg for people with below knee amputations. Which of the above can be said to be the application(s... | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | 2 only | 1 and 2 only | a | New Technologies, Devices and Discoveries | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following techniques/phenomenon: A device capable of storing information in a way similar to a human brain. A robot assembled entirely from prosthetic body parts and artificial organs. Rubber-based prosthetic leg for people with below knee amputations. Which of ... | |
Regarding the new methodology to calculate GDP, which of the following statements are correct? Industrial output data will now be sourced from Annual Survey of Industries. Having a broader base to collect industrial output makes GDP more prone to revisions. The GDP can now increase even if number of units produced rema... | 1 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 4 only | The new series of GDP reports final value of Goods and Services produced in the country at nominal prices, with the base year as 2011-12. The new industrial output data will be sourced from MCA-21 database of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Earlier it was sourced from Annual Survey of Industries (ASI), conducted by ... | 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:Regarding the new methodology to calculate GDP, which of the following statements are correct? Industrial output data will now be sourced from Annual Survey of Industries. Having a broader base to collect industrial output makes GDP more prone to revisions. The GDP can now i... |
Arrange the following layers of Soil profile from top to bottom. 1. Humus mixed with a low amount of minerals 2. Mineral with very little humus 3. Humus 4. Weathered bedrock 5. Bedrock Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 2-1-3-4-5 | 3-1-2-4-5 | 2-1-3-5-4 | 2-1-3-4-5 | , | b | Soils Classification, distribution, erosion & Conservation | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Arrange the following layers of Soil profile from top to bottom. 1. Humus mixed with a low amount of minerals 2. Mineral with very little humus 3. Humus 4. Weathered bedrock 5. Bedrock Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:2-1-3-4-5###Option_B:3-1-2... |
Which of the following can lead to the alkalization of soil?
1. Excessive evaporation 2. Over irrigation 3. Seepage of water from canals 4. Gleying
Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | , | a | Classification of Soils | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following can lead to the alkalization of soil?
1. Excessive evaporation 2. Over irrigation 3. Seepage of water from canals 4. Gleying
Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B:2, 3 and 4 only##Option_C:1, 3 a... |
Which of the following are examples of usar soil?
1. Mountainous soils 2. Red and yellow soil 3. Saline soil 4. Peaty soil
Select the correct option from the codes given below: | 1 and 2 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | , | c | No_topic | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are examples of usar soil?
1. Mountainous soils 2. Red and yellow soil 3. Saline soil 4. Peaty soil
Select the correct option from the codes given below:##Option_A:1 and 2 only###Option_B:2, 3 and 4 only##Option_C:3 and 4 only##Option_D:1 and 2 onl... |
Apart from preventing distress sale by farmers, which of the following can be said to be the objective of Minimum Support Price (MSP)?
To encourage farmers to grow food grains in order to meet objectives of National Food Security Mission.
To procure food grains for public distribution system.
To control inflati... | 1, 2 and 3
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MSP is price fixed by Government of India to protect the producer - farmers - against excessive fall in price during bumper production years. The minimum support prices are a guarantee price for their produce from the Government. The major objectives are to support the farmers from distress sales and to procure food ... | c | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Apart from preventing distress sale by farmers, which of the following can be said to be the objective of Minimum Support Price (MSP)?
To encourage farmers to grow food grains in order to meet objectives of National Food Security Mission.
To procure food grains for pub... |
India is a member of which of the following international organizations? International Court of Justice International Criminal Court Permanent Court of Arbitration Select the corret answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | India is a member of International Court of Justice by virtue of being a member of UN. India is not a party to the Rome statute and therefore not a member of ICC. India is a member country of Permanent Court of Arbitration which solves international disputes through arbitration. | b | Non UN Institutions | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:India is a member of which of the following international organizations? International Court of Justice International Criminal Court Permanent Court of Arbitration Select the corret answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:1 and 3 only##Option_C:2 and 3... |
Match List 1 and List 2.
LIST 1 LIST 2 A. Khilafat movement 1. Maulana Mohammad Ali B. Ghadar Movement 2. Japanese steamship C. Theosophical society 3. Lala Hardayal D. Komagata maru 4. Annie Beasant
Select the correct an... | A-1 ; B-3; C-4; D-2 | A-2 ; B-3; C-4; D-1 | A-1 ; B-2; C-3; D-4 | A-1 ; B-3; C-4; D-2 | . | a | Revolutionary movement | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match List 1 and List 2.
LIST 1 LIST 2 A. Khilafat movement 1. Maulana Mohammad Ali B. Ghadar Movement 2. Japanese steamship C. Theosophical society 3. Lala Hardayal D. Komagata maru ... |
Which among the following does not participate in the election of the President?
1. Elected members of the legislative councils of states
2. Nominated members of Lok Sabha
3. Elected members of the legislative assemblies of Union Territories of Delhi and Puducherry
Select the correct answer us... | 1 & 3 only
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The president is elected by members of electoral college consisting of:
1. Elected members of both houses of Parliament
2. Elected members of legislative assemblies of the state
3. Elected members of the legislative assemblies of Union Territories of Delhi and Puducherry
| b | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which among the following does not participate in the election of the President?
1. Elected members of the legislative councils of states
2. Nominated members of Lok Sabha
3. Elected members of the legislative assemblies of Union Territories of Delhi and Pudu... |
Match the cities with the rivers | abalpur A. Narmada | Cuttack B. Mahanadi | Vijaywada C. Krishna | abalpur A. Narmada | TERI Environmental Survey 2015 was conducted in seven river cities of India: Delhi on River Yamuna Varanasi on River Ganga Cuttack on River Mahanadi Surat on River Tapti Jabalpur on River Narmada Vijayawada on River Krishna Dibrugarh on River Brahmaputra | a | Drainage System | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Match the cities with the rivers##Option_A:abalpur A. Narmada###Option_B:Cuttack B. Mahanadi##Option_C:Vijaywada C. Krishna##Option_D:abalpur A. Narmada##Answer:a##Explaination:TERI Environmental Survey 2015 was conducted in seven river cities of India: Delhi on River ... |
Consider the following statements: Business Advisory Committee classifies the bills and allocates time for the discussions of the bills introduced by private members. The Rajya Sabha can amend a Money bill and must return it to the Lok Sabha within 14 days. Any member of the House can introduce a Money bill. Which of t... | 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | Money Bill can be introduced only by a minister. Committee on Private Members’ Bills and Resolutions deals with the matter of Private Member (a member other than ministers). Business Advisory Committee regulates the programme and time table of the House. It allocates time for the transaction of legislative and other ... | d | Working of the political system | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: Business Advisory Committee classifies the bills and allocates time for the discussions of the bills introduced by private members. The Rajya Sabha can amend a Money bill and must return it to the Lok Sabha within 14 days. Any member of the... |
Which among the following are river/s that originate in India and are shared by India and Bangladesh? Feni Teesta Brahamaputra Ganga Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 2 and 3 only | Teesta river originates from Cholamu lake in Sikkim. It flows through Sikkim and West Bengal and then joins Brahamaputra in Bangladesh. The Feni River originates in South Tripura district and flows through Sabroom town and then enters Bangladesh. The Brahmaputra's source is the Chemayungdung Glacier in southwestern Tib... | b | Events.International | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following are river/s that originate in India and are shared by India and Bangladesh? Feni Teesta Brahamaputra Ganga Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 1, 2 and 4 only##Option_C: 2, 3 and 4 only##Option_... |
Consider the following statements regarding distribution of powers between centre and states: Distribution of legislative powers between centre and states is not rigid Distribution of executive powers between centre and states is rigid Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 & 2 | 1 only | The distribution of legislative powers between the centre and states is rigid. Consequently, the centre can’t delegate its legislative powers to the states and single state can’t request Parliament to make a law on a state subject. However the constitution provides for inter-government delegation of executive function... | d | Center-State Administrative Relations | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding distribution of powers between centre and states: Distribution of legislative powers between centre and states is not rigid Distribution of executive powers between centre and states is rigid Which of the statements given above is/... |
Recently the Government launched a scheme called FAME INDIA, which of the following statement is correct with respect to this scheme: | It aims towards faster action, motivation and empowerment of children with neuro muscular and intellectual development diseases. | It aims for the promotion and development of Fine Arts and Music in Elementary Education. | It aims for the faster adoption and manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles. | It aims towards faster action, motivation and empowerment of children with neuro muscular and intellectual development diseases. | The FAME India scheme aims at the FASTER ADOPTION AND MANUFACTURING OF HYBRID AND ELECTRIC VEHICLES.Launched as a part of the National mission for electric mobility to boost eco friendly vehicle sales in the country. the department of heavy industries under the aegis of union ministry will be nodal department for the s... | c | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Recently the Government launched a scheme called FAME INDIA, which of the following statement is correct with respect to this scheme:##Option_A: It aims towards faster action, motivation and empowerment of children with neuro muscular and intellectual development diseases.##... |
If a crop is included in the price support mechanism under Minimum Support Price(MSP), what does it imply?
The government can adjust MSP in order to bridge supply-demand gap of the concerned crop.
Only when market prices are running higher than MSP, government agencies will buy the produce at MSP.
If bumper pro... | 3 only
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MSP cannot be used to bridge supply-demand gap. For wheat and rice, there is open-ended procurement. It means that the government agencies purchase all the quantities offered by farmers at government announced procurement price. For rest of the crops, the procurement is not open-ended.
| a | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:If a crop is included in the price support mechanism under Minimum Support Price(MSP), what does it imply?
The government can adjust MSP in order to bridge supply-demand gap of the concerned crop.
Only when market prices are running higher than MSP, government agencies... |
Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) are increasingly seen as an intermediate step towards a greener means of transport. In this context, consider the following statements: A Hybrid Electric Vehicle is a type of electric vehicle with improved and efficient technologies. Regenerative brakes are typically used in Hybrid Electr... | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | A HEV is a type of hybrid vehicle and not an electric vehicle only, that combines a conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) propulsion system with an electric propulsion system. So ,it reduces on pollution also. Regenerative brakes are used in Hybrid Electric Vehicle to convert the vehicle’s kinetic energy into e... | c | New Technologies, Devices and Discoveries | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) are increasingly seen as an intermediate step towards a greener means of transport. In this context, consider the following statements: A Hybrid Electric Vehicle is a type of electric vehicle with improved and efficient technologies. Regenerati... |
Which of the following were the proposals made by Cripps Mission of 1942? Freedom to provinces to choose to retain its existing constitutional provision and not to join Indian Union. An Indian Union with Dominion status. Independent India could withdraw from Commonwealth, if it desired. | 1 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | The Cripps Mission is considered as 'blue print for India's partition' as it gave provinces freedom to choose their status. It also proposed to give Dominion status to India, with freedom to choose to withdraw from Commonwealth | d | Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Session, Governor –General Viceroys etc. | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following were the proposals made by Cripps Mission of 1942? Freedom to provinces to choose to retain its existing constitutional provision and not to join Indian Union. An Indian Union with Dominion status. Independent India could withdraw from Commonwealth, if... |
Arrange the tributaries of Indus from north to south direction. | Jhelum | Chenab | Ravi | Jhelum | Check Map of India for Indus river system | d | Drainage System | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Arrange the tributaries of Indus from north to south direction.##Option_A:Jhelum###Option_B:Chenab##Option_C:Ravi##Option_D:Jhelum##Answer:d##Explaination:Check Map of India for Indus river system ##Topic:Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d |
Which of the following are intended uses for National Investment Fund ? Investment in various social sector schemes Revival of some selected public enterprises Investment in private sector as Public Private Partnership fund. Investment in foreign countries under the obligation of economic partnership pact signed with t... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | Proceed from disinvestment of Central PSUs is channelized into National Investment Fund, which is to be used for financing selected social sector schemes(75% of fund) and 25 % of fund to meet the capital investment requirement of profitable and revivable CPSUs. | c | Fiscal Development & Public Finance, | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are intended uses for National Investment Fund ? Investment in various social sector schemes Revival of some selected public enterprises Investment in private sector as Public Private Partnership fund. Investment in foreign countries under the obligati... |
Left Wing Extremism has become one of the major concerns of India’s Internal security. Dissatisfaction among natives of affected areas due to lack of development activities and non implementation of basic rights are alleged to be primarily responsible for this.
Which of the following steps could be effective in m... | 1, 2 and 3 only
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Basic demands of Naxalite can be summed up as:
--Complete rights of the mines to the tribal people
--Right to owning of land.
--Right to resources of nature
--Development covering aspect of road, electricity, clean water, employment opportunities etc.
DRDAs secure effective implementation of anti ... | c | GS_Polity_unclassified | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Left Wing Extremism has become one of the major concerns of India’s Internal security. Dissatisfaction among natives of affected areas due to lack of development activities and non implementation of basic rights are alleged to be primarily responsible for this.
Which o... |
With reference to various weather phenomenon, which of the following statements is correct? | Glaze and Sleet are different forms of condensation, mostly occurring in winter season. | Sleet occurs when snow first melts and then refreezes as it comes in contact with colder earth surfaces. | Glaze is more dangerous than Sleet, in terms of loss of life and property in temperate regions. | Glaze and Sleet are different forms of condensation, mostly occurring in winter season. | These are different forms of precipitation (not condensation). Based on the path travelled by these forms form clouds through warm and cold air, the basic differences among them are: Rain: Snow falls into warm air and melts, reaching earth's surface Glaze: Snow melts, then hits cold air and freezes when it comes in c... | c | Climate | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to various weather phenomenon, which of the following statements is correct?##Option_A: Glaze and Sleet are different forms of condensation, mostly occurring in winter season.###Option_B: Sleet occurs when snow first melts and then refreezes as it comes in con... |
With reference to the committees of parliament, which of the following committees have its chairman necessarily appointed/ elected from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha Only? Public Accounts Committee Estimate Committee Committee on Public Sector Undertaking Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Three main parliamentary committees are Public Account Committees (PAC) , Estimate Committee and Committee on Public Sector Undertaking. As per conventions, Chairman of PAC has to be from opposition but and he has to be from Lok Sabha,he has to be appointed by Speaker but contains member from both houses. Hence first s... | d | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the committees of parliament, which of the following committees have its chairman necessarily appointed/ elected from amongst the members of the Lok Sabha Only? Public Accounts Committee Estimate Committee Committee on Public Sector Undertaking Select the c... |
Which among the following is not a reason for outbreak of Revolt of 1857? | ' The doctrine of lapse' which denied right of succession to heirless princes. | The events such as Crimean wars in which British suffered huge losses. | Government's decision to tax mosques and temples. | ' The doctrine of lapse' which denied right of succession to heirless princes. |
Tthe educated middle classes did not participate in the revolt. The western educated supported the British rule as they were open to social reforms.
| d | The Revolt of 1857 & change after 1857 | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which among the following is not a reason for outbreak of Revolt of 1857?##Option_A:' The doctrine of lapse' which denied right of succession to heirless princes.###Option_B:The events such as Crimean wars in which British suffered huge losses.##Option_C:Government's decisi... |
With regard to Wood"s Despatch, 1854, consider the following statements: It stressed on the need for secular nature of education in government institutions. It recommended for reservation for females and socially backward castes in government educational institutions. It opposed private enterprise in education. It laid... | 1 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 4 only | 1 and 4 only | The Wood's Despatch mainly stressed on usage of vernacular language in primary schools, secular nature of education etc. The dispatch also stressed on teachers' education and women’s education. It also recommended grants in aid to encourage private education. But it did not recommend for reservation of any sections. | a | Development of Education | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to Wood"s Despatch, 1854, consider the following statements: It stressed on the need for secular nature of education in government institutions. It recommended for reservation for females and socially backward castes in government educational institutions. It opp... |
Which of the following is not matched correctly?
| Wood's Despatch on education - 1856
| Abolition of Sati - 1829
| All India Women’s Conference - 1927
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Wood's despatch on education was in 1854.
| a | GS_History_unclassified | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following is not matched correctly?
##Option_A: Wood's Despatch on education - 1856
###Option_B: Abolition of Sati - 1829
##Option_C: All India Women’s Conference - 1927
##Option_D: Wood's Despatch on education ... |
Consider the following economic activities: Anti-stalking Smartphone App e-Commerce Climate change negotiations Drug development research Bankers’ increasing interest rate Which of the above activities given above fall under Quinary Sector? | All but 3 | All but 2 and 4 | None but 3 and 5 | All but 3 | According to three-sector theory, economic activities are classified as Primary (agriculture, mining); Secondary (manufacturing) and Tertiary (Services – banking, insurance, and health products) activities. Tertiary sector growth of India distinguishes it from the major world economies as they followed the pattern of g... | c | Services | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following economic activities: Anti-stalking Smartphone App e-Commerce Climate change negotiations Drug development research Bankers’ increasing interest rate Which of the above activities given above fall under Quinary Sector?##Option_A: All but 3###Option_B: A... |
Consider the following goverment projects: Project Mausam is a project concerning the creation of cultural links with India’s maritime neighbours. Project Sagarmala is an initiative to enable port-led development confined to infrastructure creation in Indian ports only. Which of the statements given above is/are correc... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Project Mausam is essentially a Ministry of Culture project concerning the creation of cultural links with India’s maritime neighbours. At the macro level to re-connect with the countries of the IOR with the aim of enhancing the understanding of cultural values and concerns. At a more localised level, to enable an unde... | c | no_topic_assigned | Electrical Engineering | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following goverment projects: Project Mausam is a project concerning the creation of cultural links with India’s maritime neighbours. Project Sagarmala is an initiative to enable port-led development confined to infrastructure creation in Indian ports only. Whic... |
With reference to Fundamental Duties, consider the following statements: Fundamental duties place civic as well as moral duties on the citizen. Fundamental duties also extend to the foreigners. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct as certain duties such as cherishing noble ideals of freedom struggle is a moral precept while respecting the constitution is a civic duty. Statement 2 is wrong. Fundamental duties are confined to citizens only. | a | Fundamental Duties | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Fundamental Duties, consider the following statements: Fundamental duties place civic as well as moral duties on the citizen. Fundamental duties also extend to the foreigners. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2... |
With reference to Fundamental Duties as enshrined in the Constitution of India, consider the following statements: Supreme Court may take these duties in consideration to determine the Constitutionality of any law. Supreme Court has held that the duties are obligatory for the citizens subject to the State enforcing th... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Even though fundamental duties are not enforceable, it may be taken into consideration to determine the Constitutionality of any law. This is done in order to prevent reckless citizens against anti-social activities such as burning the Constitution, destroying public property etc. Thus, both statements are correct. | c | Fundamental Duties | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Fundamental Duties as enshrined in the Constitution of India, consider the following statements: Supreme Court may take these duties in consideration to determine the Constitutionality of any law. Supreme Court has held that the duties are obligatory for th... |
Which of the above programs helped in Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus elimination in India? National Rural Health Mission Janani Suraksha Yojana Mission Indradhanush Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | The Government of India's innovative approach of programs provided the synergistic lift off to make MNTE a reality. India's re-energized national immunization programme and the special immunization weeks and the most recent ‘Mission Indradhanush’, helped ensure that children and pregnant women are reached with vaccines... | d | no_topic_assigned | Botany | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the above programs helped in Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus elimination in India? National Rural Health Mission Janani Suraksha Yojana Mission Indradhanush Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 a... |
The term "recurrent slope lineae" is in the context of: | Artificial neural network exhibiting internal memory | A new form of cancer therapy targeting diseased cells only | Dark streaks on the walls of certain Martian craters that seem to wax and wane with seasons | Artificial neural network exhibiting internal memory | RSL have been prominently mentioned in the news as they are an indirect evidence of water on Mars. | c | no_topic_assigned | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The term "recurrent slope lineae" is in the context of:##Option_A: Artificial neural network exhibiting internal memory###Option_B: A new form of cancer therapy targeting diseased cells only##Option_C: Dark streaks on the walls of certain Martian craters that seem to wax and... |
Assertion (A): Sitting during the National Anthem mean disrespect for the National Anthem under article 51-A. Reason (R): It is a constitutional duty of every citizen under article 51-A to respect the ideals and institutions, the national flag and the national anthem. | A and R both are true and R is the correct explanation of A. | A and R both are true but R is not a correct explanation of A. | A is true but R is false. | A and R both are true and R is the correct explanation of A. | Sitting during the national anthem doesn’t necessarily mean the disrespect to the national flag. It is the willful act to insult the flag will fall under disrespect category. | d | Fundamental Duties | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Assertion (A): Sitting during the National Anthem mean disrespect for the National Anthem under article 51-A. Reason (R): It is a constitutional duty of every citizen under article 51-A to respect the ideals and institutions, the national flag and the national anthem.##Opt... |
Which of the statements reflects the difference between Ajanta and Ellora caves? Ajanta caves are a relfection of Buddhist religion only while Ellora caves represents Buddishm, Jainism and Hinduism. Ellora caves generally have courtyards as they were carved on sloping side of the hill unlike Ajanta caves. Select the c... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Ajanta and Ellora caves both are found near Aurangabad Maharashtra. Though both are rock-cut architecture but with little difference between the two. Ajanta caves represent only Buddhist religion with clear distinction between the Hinayan and Mahayan temples in the caves. Ellora on the other hand represent 3 religions-... | c | Architecture | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the statements reflects the difference between Ajanta and Ellora caves? Ajanta caves are a relfection of Buddhist religion only while Ellora caves represents Buddishm, Jainism and Hinduism. Ellora caves generally have courtyards as they were carved on sloping side ... |
Which of the following statements regarding LiDAR are correct?
1. It is remote sensing technology similar to RADAR, but instead of radio waves laser is used for detection.
2. It has multiple applications such as in the field of autonomous vehicles design, archaeology, remote sensing etc.
3. NASA rejected ... | 1 and 2 only
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LiDAR is a remote sensing technology similar to RADAR, but instead of radio waves laser is used for detection and ranging. It is more accurate than RADAR because of use of laser.
It has wide range of applications such as in the field of autonomous vehicles design, archaeology, remote sensing, agriculture, geolog... | a | New Technologies, Devices and Discoveries | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements regarding LiDAR are correct?
1. It is remote sensing technology similar to RADAR, but instead of radio waves laser is used for detection.
2. It has multiple applications such as in the field of autonomous vehicles design, archaeolo... |
Which of the following are the solid wastes in India?
1. Fly Ash
2. Phospo-gypsum
3. iron and steel slags
Select the correct options from above:-
A. 3 only
B. 1,3
C. 2,3
D. All
| nan | nan | nan | nan |
All are correct
| d | Structure and Physiography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following are the solid wastes in India?
1. Fly Ash
2. Phospo-gypsum
3. iron and steel slags
Select the correct options from above:-
A. 3 only
B. 1,3
C. 2,3
D. All
##Option_A:nan###Option_B:nan##Option_C:nan##Option_D:nan##Answ... |
With reference to the Brics New Development Bank, consider the following, | nbsp; The Board of bank will have finance ministers of each BRICS country and will be chaired by Brazil. | nbsp; The Bank will have rotating Presidential chair with India holding first President. | nbsp; Its head quarter will be located at Shanghai, China and its regional office at Johannesburg, South Africa. | nbsp; The Board of bank will have finance ministers of each BRICS country and will be chaired by Brazil. |
http://brics6.itamaraty.gov.br/media2/press-releases/214-sixth-brics-summit-fortaleza-declaration
| c | Miscellaneous World | Civil Engineering | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Brics New Development Bank, consider the following,##Option_A:nbsp; The Board of bank will have finance ministers of each BRICS country and will be chaired by Brazil.###Option_B:nbsp; The Bank will have rotating Presidential chair with India h... |
President can act on his own discretion under which of the following situations: After the dissolution of Lok Sabha, as the Council of Ministers cease to hold office. When no party has a clear majority in the Lok Sabha. Dismissal of Council of Ministers when it cannot prove the confidence of the Lok Sabha. Select the ... | 1, 2 and 3 | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 3 | President can act on his own discretion under the following situations: Appointment of a PM when no party has a clear majority in Lok Sabha or when PM in office dies suddenly and there is no obvious successor. Dismissal of the Council of Ministers when it cannot prove the confidence of the Lok Sabha Dissolution of Lok ... | b | Miscellaneous Polity | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:President can act on his own discretion under which of the following situations: After the dissolution of Lok Sabha, as the Council of Ministers cease to hold office. When no party has a clear majority in the Lok Sabha. Dismissal of Council of Ministers when it cannot prove ... |
Consider following statements regarding clemency power of President of India
1. This power of clemency extends to punishment awarded by court-martial.
2. While deciding a mercy petition, the President reviews judicial verdict.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Article 72(1)(a) expressly states that Presdient's power to pardon extends to all punishments awarded by court-martial.
President while deciding a mercy petition takes decision on humanistic grounds and not on legal grounds.
| a | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider following statements regarding clemency power of President of India
1. This power of clemency extends to punishment awarded by court-martial.
2. While deciding a mercy petition, the President reviews judicial verdict.
Which of the statements given abov... |
In the process of evolution of Indian States, Policy of Ring Fence played an important role. Consider the following with respect to this policy: It aimed at creating buffer zones to defend the company"s frontiers mainly that of Awadh to save Bengal. It was reflected in Warren Hastings" wars against Marathas and the Mys... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | All the statements are correct. It aimed at creating buffer to defend company's frontiers and was reflected in Hasting's war against marathas. | d | India in the late Eighteenth Century | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the process of evolution of Indian States, Policy of Ring Fence played an important role. Consider the following with respect to this policy: It aimed at creating buffer zones to defend the company"s frontiers mainly that of Awadh to save Bengal. It was reflected in Warre... |
Consider the following statements with regards to the functions of Central Vigilance Commission: To investigate suo motu wherein a public servant has allegedly committed an offence under Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. To inquire into complaints of offence under Prevention of Corruption Act, against any official em... | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | 2 and 3 only | CVC can take up investigation only when a complaint is made or on a reference made by the Central government. Secondly, employees of state government do not fall in the jurisdiction of CVC. | c | Central Vigilance Commission | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with regards to the functions of Central Vigilance Commission: To investigate suo motu wherein a public servant has allegedly committed an offence under Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. To inquire into complaints of offence under Preventi... |
With reference to Central Council of Local Governance, Consider the following statements:
| nbsp; It is an advisory body.
| nbsp; The members include Union Minister for Urban Development and state local self government ministers.
| nbsp; The state minister of urban development acts as the Chairman of the body.
| nbsp; It is an advisory body.
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The 3 rd statement is incorrect as Chairman is the Union minister of urban development.
4 th statement is also incorrect as the body has only advisory functions assigned to it.
| b | Local Urban Government | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to Central Council of Local Governance, Consider the following statements:
##Option_A:nbsp; It is an advisory body.
###Option_B:nbsp; The members include Union Minister for Urban Development and state local self government ministers.
##Opt... |
A: The Siberian Climate is absent in the Southern Hemisphere. R: The Southern continents in high Attiitudes are narrow. a. A is true, R is correct Explanation b. A and R are true but R is not the correct Explanation c. A is true , R is false d. A is false , R is true | The Cool Temperate Continental (Siberian ) Climate is experienced only in the northern hemisphere where the continents within the high latitudes have a broad east - west spread. | a | Climate | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A: The Siberian Climate is absent in the Southern Hemisphere. R: The Southern continents in high Attiitudes are narrow. a. A is true, R is correct Explanation b. A and R are true but R is not the correct Explanation c. A is true , R is false d. A is false , R is true##Option... | ||||
Consider the following statement about "Glaze":
Glaze is the rain which freezes instantly after striking an object on the ground.
Glaze on a large scale is called an ice storm.
Glaze is formed by strong thunderstorm clouds.
Which among the statements given above is/ are correct?
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Glaze takes place when water droplets become supercooled, and the freeze upon touching any object on the ground. Ice Storm is another name for large scale Glaze.Glaze is not formed by any particular form of cloud. Rain originating from any type of cloud can cause Glaze as it is caused by raindrops which become superc... | a | The Atmosphere : Structure , Weather & Climate , Solar Radiation , Heat Balance & Temperature , Pressure & Wind , Water in the Atmosphere | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statement about "Glaze":
Glaze is the rain which freezes instantly after striking an object on the ground.
Glaze on a large scale is called an ice storm.
Glaze is formed by strong thunderstorm clouds.
Which among the statements given abov... |
Which of the following constitute the Human Rights under the UN Proclamation? Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person. 2. All are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to equal protection of the law. 3. No one shall be subjected to arbitrary arrest, detention o... | nbsp; 2 and 4 only | nbsp; 1 and 3 only | nbsp; 2 ,3 and 4 | nbsp; 2 and 4 only |
Statement 4 is the part of Fundamental Rights in India. All other are Human Rights.
| d | NHRC | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following constitute the Human Rights under the UN Proclamation? Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person. 2. All are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to equal protection of the law. 3. No one shall ... |
According to the Economic Survey 2014-15, what are the characteristics of Transformational Sector in the economy? High Levels of Production A strong ability to spread benefits to the rest of economy. Tradability of products produced from the sector. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. | 1, 2 and 3 | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | Economic Survey lists five different characteristics of the Transformational Sector: High levels of Productivity and NOT production. Rapid rate of growth of productivity in relation to world frontiers. A strong ability to attract resources so that it can spread benefits to rest of the economy. Alignment of sector to re... | b | Industry | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:According to the Economic Survey 2014-15, what are the characteristics of Transformational Sector in the economy? High Levels of Production A strong ability to spread benefits to the rest of economy. Tradability of products produced from the sector. Select the correct answer... |
In the context of the Indian Union and its territory, which of the following statement(s) is/are incorrect ?
The "Union of India" is a wider expression than the "Territory of India".
The union territories and the acquired territories are directly administered by the Central government.
Cessation of Indian terr... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Indian unions and territories:
The "Territory of India" is a wider expression than the "Union of India" because the latter includes only states while the former includes not only the states but also union territories and territories that may be acquired by the Government of India at any future time.
The states ar... | a | the Constitution | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the context of the Indian Union and its territory, which of the following statement(s) is/are incorrect ?
The "Union of India" is a wider expression than the "Territory of India".
The union territories and the acquired territories are directly administered by the C... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about Legislative Councils in states in India?
1. Its creation requires constitution ammendment.
2. Its size can not be more than one third strenght of legilative assembly and not less than 40.
3. Presently seven states have legislative council.
Select the correct... | 1 only
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1. It is created by a resolution by state legislative assembly with special majority followed by an act of Parliament.
2. Its size can not be more than one third strenght of legilative assembly and not less than 40.
3. Presently seven states have legislative council - Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Bihar, Jammu and K... | d | State Legislature | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are true about Legislative Councils in states in India?
1. Its creation requires constitution ammendment.
2. Its size can not be more than one third strenght of legilative assembly and not less than 40.
3. Presently seven states h... |
With reference to Hyperandrogenism, which of the following statements is correct? | It is an exocrine disorder, limited to females with symptoms of acne and growth of terminal hairs. | Its treatment involves use of contraceptives and Gonadotrophin Receptor hormone. | If tested positive for this disorder, female athletes are disqualified from all the sports events. | It is an exocrine disorder, limited to females with symptoms of acne and growth of terminal hairs. | Hyperandrogenism is an endocrine disorder, caused by excess production of testosterone (androgen hormone), and commonly associated with female polycystic ovary syndrome. The major symptoms include acne and growth of terminal hairs as in males (clinically referred to as virilization). Hormonal therapy includes use of... | b | Sports | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Hyperandrogenism, which of the following statements is correct?##Option_A: It is an exocrine disorder, limited to females with symptoms of acne and growth of terminal hairs.###Option_B: Its treatment involves use of contraceptives and Gonadotrophin Receptor... |
A: In British type of Climate,trees shed their leaves in winter R: They protect themselves from winter snow a. A is true, R is correct Explanation b. A and R are true but R is not the correct Explanation c. A is true , R is false d. A is false , R is true | nan | nan | nan | nan | The natural vegetation of British type of climate is deciduous forest.The trees shed their leaves in the cold season. This protection against winter snow and frost. | a | Climate | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A: In British type of Climate,trees shed their leaves in winter R: They protect themselves from winter snow a. A is true, R is correct Explanation b. A and R are true but R is not the correct Explanation c. A is true , R is false d. A is false , R is true##Option_A:nan###Opt... |
With reference to Essential Commodities Act in India, consider the following commodities: Naphtha Sugar Jute Pulses Rice Potato Which of the above commodities are covered under Essential Commodities Act? | 5 and 6 only | 1, 2, 4 and 5 only | 2, 4, 5 and 6 only | 5 and 6 only | ECA was established to ensure availability of certain products or commodities, obstruction of which could hamper normal day to day life. It is a measure adopted when supply is obstructed due hording or black marketing, etc. Major commodities are covered under the act are: Petroleum and its products, including petrol, d... | d | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Essential Commodities Act in India, consider the following commodities: Naphtha Sugar Jute Pulses Rice Potato Which of the above commodities are covered under Essential Commodities Act?##Option_A: 5 and 6 only###Option_B: 1, 2, 4 and 5 only##Option_C: 2, 4,... |
With reference to Essential Commodities (EC) Act in India, consider the following statements:
Production of essential commodities.
Supply and distribution of essential commodities.
Stock holding of essential commodities.
Pricing of essential commodities.
Which of the above activities come under the contro... | 4 only
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| All of the functions mentioned comes under Essential Commodities Act.
Production of essential commodities
Supply and distribution of essential commodities
Stock holding of essential commodities
Pricing of essential commodities
Hence Option D is correct. | d | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Essential Commodities (EC) Act in India, consider the following statements:
Production of essential commodities.
Supply and distribution of essential commodities.
Stock holding of essential commodities.
Pricing of essential commodities.
Which ... |
Consider the following statements about the Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency Ltd (MUDRA) Bank:
1.The bank would be responsible for directly financing all Micro Small and Medium Enterprises.
2.It would be responsible for regulating all Micro-finance Institutions (MFI) which are in the business of le... | nan | nan | nan | nan |
The bank would be not responsible for financing all Micro Small and Medium Enterprises directly .
Instead i t would be responsible for regulating and financing all Micro-finance Institutions (MFI) which are in the business of lending to micro/small business entities.
yes ,l oans to Micro Small and Medium ... | c | Industry | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements about the Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency Ltd (MUDRA) Bank:
1.The bank would be responsible for directly financing all Micro Small and Medium Enterprises.
2.It would be responsible for regulating all Micro-finance Insti... |
RBI have introduced revised priority sector lending norms. Consider the following statements in light of changed norms:
The new norms require banks to ensure that 8% of their loans should go to small and marginal farmers.
Renewable energy sector is now classified as priority sector.
Social infrastruc... | 1 only
| 2 only
| 1 and 3 only
| 1 only
| The Reserve Bank of India has revised the priority sector lending norms which direct banks to lend to certain segments by prescribing targets as a percentage of their total business. The new norms require banks to ensure that 8% of their loans go to small and marginal farmers(Earlier there was no segmented/fragmented t... | d | Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.) | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
RBI have introduced revised priority sector lending norms. Consider the following statements in light of changed norms:
The new norms require banks to ensure that 8% of their loans should go to small and marginal farmers.
Renewable energy sector is now classifi... |
Consider the following statements on structural composition of an economy: 1) The natural economic progression of a nation goes from agrarian economy, to industrial economy to a service economy. 2) India leap-frogged from an agrarian economy to a service economy. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | , | c | No_topic | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements on structural composition of an economy: 1) The natural economic progression of a nation goes from agrarian economy, to industrial economy to a service economy. 2) India leap-frogged from an agrarian economy to a service economy. Which of t... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about Plant Load Factor in power plants in India?
1. It represents the mismatch between demand and supply of electricity.
2. The plant load factor has been improving in the past few years.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
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the plant load factor has been declining in the past few years, going down to a low of 65 per cent in 2013-14, as compared to 79 per cent in 2007-08. This clearly speaks of the mismatch between demand and supply, as state electricity companies struggle to buy power, even cheap power.
| a | Conventional Engergy | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following statements is/are true about Plant Load Factor in power plants in India?
1. It represents the mismatch between demand and supply of electricity.
2. The plant load factor has been improving in the past few years.
Select the correct answer usin... |
Recently the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the union government signed Monetary Policy Framework Agreement between them. Which of the following statements is/are true about this agreement? 1. the central bank will prioritise interest rates above the other objectives of the monetary policy — controlling price rise an... | 1 only | 2 only | 1 and 2 | 1 only |
The Centre and the Reserve Bank of India signed an agreement last month under which the central bank will prioritise controlling price rise above the other objectives of the monetary policy — interest rates and the foreign exchange rate.
The agreement formalised a policy the Reserve Bank had been following since ... | b | Financial Intermediation & Markets , | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Recently the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the union government signed Monetary Policy Framework Agreement between them. Which of the following statements is/are true about this agreement? 1. the central bank will prioritise interest rates above the other objectives of th... |
In June 2015, the central government proposed to identify 50 regulated wholesale markets (mandis) across 10 states. Which of the following are prerequisites for funding under this initiative? 1. Multiple licences for different mandis within a region. 2. A single-point levy of market fee (mandi tax) 3. The electronic... | 1 only | 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | According to a concept note floated on a national common market, the state governments would have to switch to modern practices such as a single trading licence for the entire region, single-point levy of market fee (mandi tax) and electronic auction for price discovery in the identified mandis. Then, the market in qu... | c | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In June 2015, the central government proposed to identify 50 regulated wholesale markets (mandis) across 10 states. Which of the following are prerequisites for funding under this initiative? 1. Multiple licences for different mandis within a region. 2. A single-point levy... |
Which of the following statements is/are true about Amaravati Stupa? 1. It has pradakshinapatha enclosed within a vedika. 2. The domical stupa structure is covered with relief stupa sculptural slabs. 3. The torana of the Amaravati Stupa has continued over a period of time. Select the correct answer using the code given... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Since Amaravati is in the news. More useful information is provided for students. Amaravati Site Museum, National Museum, New Delhi and the British Museum, London. Like the Sanchi Stupa, the Amaravati Stupa also has pradakshinapathaenclosed within a vedikaon which many narrative sculptures are depicted. The domical st... | a | Difference between Architecture & Sculpture | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true about Amaravati Stupa? 1. It has pradakshinapatha enclosed within a vedika. 2. The domical stupa structure is covered with relief stupa sculptural slabs. 3. The torana of the Amaravati Stupa has continued over a period of time. S... |
In the context of earth movements which of the following include in Diastrophism?
| Volcanism
| Eartch Quake
| Continent Forming
| Volcanism
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Diastrophism is the general term applied to slow blending, folding, warping and fracturing. Earth quake and volcanism are sudden movement and thus do not belong to diastrophism.
| d | Structure and Physiography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
In the context of earth movements which of the following include in Diastrophism?
##Option_A:Volcanism
###Option_B:Eartch Quake
##Option_C:Continent Forming
##Option_D:Volcanism
##Answer:d##Explaination:
Diastrophism is the general term applied to slow blending, fold... |
Which of the following statements is/are true in the context of earth movements? Epeirogenic movements act along the radius of the earth. Oroganic movements act tangentially to the earth surface. Earthquakes occur when the stress in the earth"s interior relieved in the form of potential energy. Volcanoes take various s... | 1 and 2 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | Epeirogenic movements are also known as continent forming movements and act along the radius of the earth. Their direction may be towards (subsidence ) or away (uplift) from the center. Orogenic movements are also known as mountain building movements and act tangentially to the earth surface. Earthquakes occur when the... | a | Structure and Physiography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true in the context of earth movements? Epeirogenic movements act along the radius of the earth. Oroganic movements act tangentially to the earth surface. Earthquakes occur when the stress in the earth"s interior relieved in the form ... |
Which of the following statements is/are true in the context of types of volcanoes? Shield type volcano is formed when a very thin magma escapes through cracks and flows after intervals for a long time, spreading over a vast area. Conical type is formed when after the eruption of magma has ceased, the crater turns into... | 1 only | 2 only | 3 only | 1 only | 1 st Statement is incorrect - Fissure type volcano is formed when a very thin magma escapes through cracks and flow after intervals for a long time, spreading over a vast area whereas, a Shield type is formed when less acidic and less silicate magma flows out slowly and quietly and gives rise to a wide based plateau l... | c | Structure and Physiography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true in the context of types of volcanoes? Shield type volcano is formed when a very thin magma escapes through cracks and flows after intervals for a long time, spreading over a vast area. Conical type is formed when after the erupti... |
Which of the following statements is/are true in the context of Physical Weathering? Granular Disintegration occurs when a rock mass disintegrates layer by layer leaving behind successive spheroidal bodies and forming curved rock shells by disintegration. Block separation occurs due to pressure or cooling. Frost action... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 st Statement is incorrect - Exfoliation ( and not Granular Disintegration ) occurs when a rock mass disintegrates layer by layer leaving behind successive spheroidal bodies and forming curved rock shells by disintegration. Granular Disintegration occurs rocks composed of coarse mineral grains commonly fall apart gr... | b | Structure and Physiography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true in the context of Physical Weathering? Granular Disintegration occurs when a rock mass disintegrates layer by layer leaving behind successive spheroidal bodies and forming curved rock shells by disintegration. Block separation oc... |
Consider the following pairs: Empire Founder 1. Rashtrakuta Vijayalaya 2. Chola Dantidurga 3. Pala Gopala Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched ? | 1 and 2 | 3 only | 1 and 3 | 1 and 2 | The founder of the Rashtrakuta power was Dantivarman or Dantidurga . The Rashtrakuta King Dantivarman or Dantidurga was contemporary of Chalukya King Pulakesin II. Dantidurga occupied all territories between the Godavari and Vima. Dantidurga is said to have conquered Kalinga, Kosala, Kanchi, Srisril, Malava, Lata et... | b | Early Medieval Period: North India ( Rajput Period ) | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs: Empire Founder 1. Rashtrakuta Vijayalaya 2. Chola Dantidurga 3. Pala Gopala Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched ?##Option_A:1 and 2###Optio... |
Which of the following statements is/are true in the context of chemical weathering? Carbonation occurs when rocks containing Calcium, Sodium come in contact with acid rain. Chlorination takes place in the rocks containing chloride salt. Oxidation occurs in iron based salt. In Hydration the water detaches outer shell o... | 1 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 2 only | 1 only | 1 st Statement is incorrect - Carbonation occurs when rocks containing Calcium, Sodium come in contact with rain containing dissolved carbon dioxide whereas, Acid rain typically contains nitrogen oxide and sulphur dioxide mixed with water. 2 nd Statement is incorrect - The chloride salt is the result of chlorination... | d | Structure and Physiography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are true in the context of chemical weathering? Carbonation occurs when rocks containing Calcium, Sodium come in contact with acid rain. Chlorination takes place in the rocks containing chloride salt. Oxidation occurs in iron based salt. ... |
Which of the following were suggested as causes of drift in Continental Drift Theory? The gravity of earth The heat generated by radio-active elements. The tidal current. The buoyancy of the seas. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only | The heat generated by radio-active elements in earth's interior was suggested in Plate tectonics. | c | Structure and Physiography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following were suggested as causes of drift in Continental Drift Theory? The gravity of earth The heat generated by radio-active elements. The tidal current. The buoyancy of the seas. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 3 only#... |
Which among the following take part in the impeachment procedure of the President of India? Elected members of Parliament Nominated members of Parliament Elected members of state legislators Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Impeachment of the President is a quasi-judicial procedure in the Parliament. The nominated members of either House of Parliament can participate in the impeachment of the President though they don't participate in his election The elected members of the legislative assemblies of states and the Union Territories of Del... | a | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following take part in the impeachment procedure of the President of India? Elected members of Parliament Nominated members of Parliament Elected members of state legislators Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Opt... |
Which among the following statements is/are true regarding cabinet committees? 1. Non-cabinet members are debarred from their membership 2. Cabinet can review their decisions 3. These are constitutional bodies Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 & 2 only | 2 & 3 only | 2 only | 1 & 2 only |
Cabinet committees usually include only Cabinet Ministers. However, the non-Cabinet ministers are not debarred from their membership. They are extra-constitutional in emergence. They not only sort out issues and formulate proposals for the consideration of the Cabinet, but also take decisions. However, the Cabinet ca... | c | Central Council of Minister | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following statements is/are true regarding cabinet committees? 1. Non-cabinet members are debarred from their membership 2. Cabinet can review their decisions 3. These are constitutional bodies Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:... |
With reference to India-Bangladesh International Border, consider the following statements, 1. The international border is termed as Zero line. 2. The new border Haat has been located at Tripura to improve the livelihood option of people living around the border. 3. It is the 2 nd such facility being... | nbsp; 2 and 3 only | nbsp; 1 and 2 only | nbsp; 1,2 and 3 | nbsp; 2 and 3 only | One more border haat and another Land Custom Station (LCS) along the Indo-Bangla border are ready for inauguration in Sipahijala district of Tripura. The second border haat of the State, built at a cost of Rs 2.44 crore is ready at Kamalasagar, bordering the Brahmanbaria district of Bangladesh, about 28 km from here a... | c | India-Bangladeh | Civil Engineering | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to India-Bangladesh International Border, consider the following statements, 1. The international border is termed as Zero line. 2. The new border Haat has been located at Tripura to improve the livelihood option of people living around the border.... |
Which of the following statement in reference to the TOP scheme of Ministry of Youth Affairs and sports is correct? | It is an initiative to promote youth and soci al development in rural areas and provide funds for the development and maintenance of sports grounds in Villages and Block Panchayats. | It is an initiative to scout sports talent in the age group of 8-14 years from schools and nurture them into future medal hopes by providing scientific training. | It envisages identification of Athletes who are potential winners in Olympics and providing support to them for preparation for Olympics. | It is an initiative to promote youth and soci al development in rural areas and provide funds for the development and maintenance of sports grounds in Villages and Block Panchayats. | Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has established the National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) with the objective of promotion of sports in general and specific sports disciplines and individual sports persons in particular for achieving excellence at the National and International level. Ministry has initiated the ‘... | c | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statement in reference to the TOP scheme of Ministry of Youth Affairs and sports is correct?##Option_A: It is an initiative to promote youth and soci al development in rural areas and provide funds for the development and maintenance of sports grounds... |
In order to bring transparency and efficiency in the working of Indian railways, Government of India has constituted various committees. In this regard, which of the following recommendations pertain to Bibek Debroy Committee? Greater delegation of powers to General and Divisional Managers for procurement. Corporatizat... | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 st recommendation pertains to one man committee headed by E. Shreedharan which recommended that there should be greater delegation of power to GM – Zonal Chief and DM – station chief, especially regarding the centralized procurement by railway board. Bibek Debroy committee, in addition, suggested decentralization of... | c | Energy , Infrastructure and Communication | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In order to bring transparency and efficiency in the working of Indian railways, Government of India has constituted various committees. In this regard, which of the following recommendations pertain to Bibek Debroy Committee? Greater delegation of powers to General and Divi... |
Which among the following statements is incorrect? | Moderates demanded constitutional reforms in India, where as Extremists demanded "swaraj" as the panacea for all the problems. | Moderates did not support Swadeshi movement. | Extremists believed in England"s providential mission in India. | Moderates demanded constitutional reforms in India, where as Extremists demanded "swaraj" as the panacea for all the problems. |
Moderates demanded for constitutional reforms in India and believed it to be beneficial for India. But Extremists demanded 'swaraj' as the panacea for all the problems in India. Swadeshi was a movement organised by Extremists and Moderates did not support it. The providential mission theory was rejected by Extremists... | c | Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905) | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following statements is incorrect?##Option_A: Moderates demanded constitutional reforms in India, where as Extremists demanded "swaraj" as the panacea for all the problems.###Option_B: Moderates did not support Swadeshi movement.##Option_C: Extremists believe... |
Which of the following may best apply to the working of cryogenic engines? | Newtons First law of motion | Newtons Second Law of motion | Newtons Third Law of motion. | Newtons First law of motion | Cryogenic engines are essentially reaction engines. By 'reaction' it refers to Newton's Third law: "to every action there is an equal and opposite reaction." The cryogenic (or rocket) engine throws mass in one direction, and the reaction to this is a thrust in the opposite direction. | c | Space Technology | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following may best apply to the working of cryogenic engines?##Option_A: Newtons First law of motion###Option_B: Newtons Second Law of motion##Option_C: Newtons Third Law of motion.##Option_D: Newtons First law of motion##Answer:c##Explaination:Cryogenic engines... |
Which of the following would have inflationary effect on the economy? RBI releasing new bonds in the market. RBI decreasing the SLR RBI increasing the Bank Rate Abolition of CRR Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1 and 4 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | To identify inflationary effect, we must identify which action will release more money in the market. RBI releasing new bonds will suck out money from the market. Increase in bank rate means borrowing for banks from RBI becomes expensive, and in turn the rate of loans to customers will also increase. This will reduce i... | c | Prices & Monetary management, | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following would have inflationary effect on the economy? RBI releasing new bonds in the market. RBI decreasing the SLR RBI increasing the Bank Rate Abolition of CRR Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 1 an... |
Which among the following is/are correct about the International Space Station (ISS)
1. It is placed in the low earth orbit around earth
2. India is not a member of ISS
3. ISS is visible from Earth to the naked eye
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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The International Space Station is a unique place – a convergence of science, technology and human innovation that demonstrates new technologies and makes research breakthroughs not possible on Earth.
It is a microgravity laboratory in which an international crew of six people live and work while traveling at a s... | d | Space Technology | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which among the following is/are correct about the International Space Station (ISS)
1. It is placed in the low earth orbit around earth
2. India is not a member of ISS
3. ISS is visible from Earth to the naked eye
Select the correct answer using the ... |
If two cities enter into sister city agreement, what does it imply? The two cities will be developed as twin cities, wherein greenfield physical and social infrastructure will be developed in the same manner. The physical infrastructure in the more developed city will be replicated in the less developed one, with the f... | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only | The concept of town twinning was born after the Second World War. It seeks to link citizens of one country with the citizens of other countries in an effort to bring about "citizen diplomacy." It is an instrument of popular culture and international civic education. It is the link that unites, in a spirit of equality ... | c | Miscellaneous Polity | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:If two cities enter into sister city agreement, what does it imply? The two cities will be developed as twin cities, wherein greenfield physical and social infrastructure will be developed in the same manner. The physical infrastructure in the more developed city will be rep... |
Which of the following are included under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Progran? 1. Brahmos 2. Akash 3. Trishul 4. Dhanush Select the correct code: | 1 and 2 only | 1 only | 2,3 and 4 only | 1 and 2 only |
The IGMDP includes five missiles: Prithvi, Agni,Nag,Trishul, Akash. These missiles have been indigenously developed.
Dhanush which is a naval varient of prithvi also falls under this program. Brahmos is not included in the IGMDP, it was developed as a Joint venture between India and Russia.
| c | Missiles | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are included under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Progran? 1. Brahmos 2. Akash 3. Trishul 4. Dhanush Select the correct code:##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 only##Option_C: 2,3 and 4 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:c##Explainatio... |
Consider the following statements regarding Indus Valley Civilization: They produced various seals for commercial purpose. The Harrapans knew the ‘lost wax’ technique for making bronze statues. Spinning of cotton was well known to the people of Indus Valley. The bead industry was well developed and used copper and bron... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | Thousands of seals have been discovered, which were made for commercial purpose. The 'Dancing Girl' is an example of a Bronze Statue made from lost wax technique. Large number of spindles and spindle whorls have been discovered, which indicates that spinning of cotton and wheel was very common. The use of gold was know... | a | Harappan / Indus Valley Civilization | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Indus Valley Civilization: They produced various seals for commercial purpose. The Harrapans knew the ‘lost wax’ technique for making bronze statues. Spinning of cotton was well known to the people of Indus Valley. The bead industr... |
Which of the following event was an after effect of the civil disobedience movement of 1930?
| Declaration of 'Complete Independence' as the goal of Congress.
| The Chittagong revolt.
| Setting up of the Simon Commission to enquire into the events that led to salt disobedience.
| Declaration of 'Complete Independence' as the goal of Congress.
| In Lahore Congress in 1929, Purna Swaraj or Complete Independence was declared as aim of congress. Chittagong revolt was motivated by the spirit of civil disobedience and was carried out 1930. Simon Commission was set up in 1927 to recommend if India was ready for another set of constitutional reforms. Kakori Robbery t... | b | Non- Cooperation, Civil Disobedience and Quit India Movement | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Which of the following event was an after effect of the civil disobedience movement of 1930?
##Option_A: Declaration of 'Complete Independence' as the goal of Congress.
###Option_B: The Chittagong revolt.
##Option_C: Setting up of the Simon Commission to enquire ... |
Consider the following statements about Ashoka"s Dhamma: It was set of principles to be adopted and practiced by the people. It denounced religious ceremonies and practices. Dhammamahamattas were appointed to implement and teach policy of Dhamma. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Ashoka expounded his policy of dhamma to eliminate social tension and sectarian conflicts, and to promote a harmonious relationship between the diverse elements of the vast empire. Ashoka's dhamma was neither a new religion nor a new political philosophy. Rather, it was a way of life, a code of conduct and a set of pri... | d | Mauryan Age & Post Mauryan | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about Ashoka"s Dhamma: It was set of principles to be adopted and practiced by the people. It denounced religious ceremonies and practices. Dhammamahamattas were appointed to implement and teach policy of Dhamma. Which of the statements g... |
Consider the following statements regarding the solar incidence on earth: The varying lengths of day and night at places other than equator, is a result of ecliptical orbit of earth. The sun has temperature of 10 billion degree centigrade in its interior. In the summer, day light increases as we go polewards in norther... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | The sun has temperature of 20 million degree centigrade in its interiors. The varying length of the day and night is the result of placement of earth in an ecliptic orbit at an angle of 66 1/2 degree. If the axis was perpendicular to the plane of orbit all the parts in the world would have had equal days and nights. In... | c | The Earth : Solar System , Latitude &Longitude , Motions | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the solar incidence on earth: The varying lengths of day and night at places other than equator, is a result of ecliptical orbit of earth. The sun has temperature of 10 billion degree centigrade in its interior. In the summer, day ... |
Consider the following statements: The President cannot return the request for issue of ordinance by the executive as promulgation of ordinance is done when situation demands "immediate action". The legislative power of the President, i.e. promulgation of ordinance, is coterminous with that of the legislative powers of... | 1 and 3 | 2 and 3 | 2, 3 and 4 | 1 and 3 | The President under section 74 of the Constitution of India can return a request for promulgation of ordinance for reconsideration fo the Council of Minister. Statement 1 is not correct. The ordinance can be brought on only those subjects on which Parliament is competent to make laws (Article 123(3)). Statement 2 is co... | b | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The President cannot return the request for issue of ordinance by the executive as promulgation of ordinance is done when situation demands "immediate action". The legislative power of the President, i.e. promulgation of ordinance, is coter... |
Which of the following elements influence climatic changes?
Rainfall
Pressure
Insolation
Condensation
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Precipitation and pressure are two of the most important factors deciding climate as there are far reaching global impact because of them. Other important factors are temperature and winds. Insolation is also important element as it regulates the temperature of the atmosphere. Condensation is an effect of temperature... | c | The Atmosphere : Structure , Weather & Climate , Solar Radiation , Heat Balance & Temperature , Pressure & Wind , Water in the Atmosphere | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following elements influence climatic changes?
Rainfall
Pressure
Insolation
Condensation
##Option_A: 1 and 2 only
###Option_B: 2 and 3 only
##Option_C: 1, 2 and 3 only
##Option_D: 1 and 2 only
##Answer:c##Explaination:
Precipitation and pressur... |
Assertion: A lot of information is available about the history of Chola rulers compared to their predecessors.
Reason: Chola Rulers adopted the practice of having long inscriptions written on the numerous temples constructed by them, giving historical narratives of their victories.
| Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
| Both A and R are true, but R is not correct explanation of A.
| A is true but R is false.
| Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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Its a fact mentioned in NCERT. Chola Rulers adopted the practice of having long inscriptions written on the numerous temples constructed by them, giving historical narratives of their victories.
| a | Early Medieval Period: South India ( Cholas & Others ) | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Assertion: A lot of information is available about the history of Chola rulers compared to their predecessors.
Reason: Chola Rulers adopted the practice of having long inscriptions written on the numerous temples constructed by them, giving historical narratives of the... |
With regards to Indian monsoon, consider the following statements:
The stronger the thermal contrast between land and ocean, the stronger the monsoon is.
Due to global warming, land temperature increases greatly in summers and serves as a strong monsoon driver.
Indian ocean warming has led to increased rains ov... | 1 and 3 only
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Ideally, under a global warming scenario the land temperature should increase in summer and serve as a strong monsoon driver. But warming of Indian Ocean has weakened the monsoon circulation. There is enhanced upward motion over the ocean, resulting in more rain there at the cost of monsoon rain over land.
| a | The Atmosphere : Structure , Weather & Climate , Solar Radiation , Heat Balance & Temperature , Pressure & Wind , Water in the Atmosphere | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regards to Indian monsoon, consider the following statements:
The stronger the thermal contrast between land and ocean, the stronger the monsoon is.
Due to global warming, land temperature increases greatly in summers and serves as a strong monsoon driver.
India... |
The following conditions represent which of the climate type:
1. Xerophytic plants
2. Wiry and Bunchy grasses
3. Short trees with few leaves
select the correct option
A. Desert type
B. Mediterranean
C. Savannah
D. Laurentian type
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Mediterranean climate type: In a land where half the year is dry natural vegetation cannot be luxuriant. Trees with small broad leaves are widely spaced and never very tall.Though there are many branches they are short and carry few leaves. Conditions of Mediterranean do not suit grass. Even if they survive ,they a... | b | GS_Geography_unclassified | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
The following conditions represent which of the climate type:
1. Xerophytic plants
2. Wiry and Bunchy grasses
3. Short trees with few leaves
select the correct option
A. Desert type
B. Mediterranean
C. Savannah
D. Laurentian type
##Option_A... |
Q. With reference to Polyhouse technology, consider following statements:
1. It is a type of Green house where polythene is used as covering material.
2. Temperature control is the only key parameter to grow crops.
3. This technology is mainly used to grow commercial vegetables and flowers.
4. Increased use of ... | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only
| 4 only | 1 and 2 only | - Polyhouse is named so because it uses polythene as covering material to create green house effects, so a type of green house. Main purpose is trapping the incoming sunlight, CO 2 to control the internal environment to grow the specific commercial crops.
- Though temperature control is very important in this techno... | b | Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Q. With reference to Polyhouse technology, consider following statements:
1. It is a type of Green house where polythene is used as covering material.
2. Temperature control is the only key parameter to grow crops.
3. This technology is mainly used to grow commercial v... |
Consider the following statements regarding Floods in India 1. Floods can be formed by a storm surge in coastal area. 2. Human beings play an important role in genesis as well as spread of floods. 3. Places like Rajasthan and Gujarat which are arid do not experience floods. Which among the statements given above is/are... | nan | nan | nan | nan | Floods can be formed by storm surge in coastal area. Unlike in any other natural disasters, human beings play an important role in causing/spreading floods through deforestation, unscientific agricultural practices etc. In recent times, arid places like Rajasthan and Gujarat are also getting hit by flash floods. | d | GS_Geography_unclassified | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Floods in India 1. Floods can be formed by a storm surge in coastal area. 2. Human beings play an important role in genesis as well as spread of floods. 3. Places like Rajasthan and Gujarat which are arid do not experience floods. ... |
Consider the following statements.
1. Upheaval of the Himalayas led to subsidence of peninsular block and consequent trough faulting and this disturbed the symmetrical plan of the rivers in peninsular block.
2. Slight tilting of the peninsular block from northeast to southeast direction gave orientation to th... | 1 only
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The upheaval of the Himalayas led to subsidence of peninsular block and consequent trough faulting. The western flank of the peninsula submerged below sea during tertiary period This has disturbed symmetrical plan of the river system in peninsular India.
The peninsula is tilted from northwest to southeast which d... | b | Drainage System | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements.
1. Upheaval of the Himalayas led to subsidence of peninsular block and consequent trough faulting and this disturbed the symmetrical plan of the rivers in peninsular block.
2. Slight tilting of the peninsular block from northeast ... |
1) Which of the following statements regarding Indian Climate is correct?
| In Sub-Tropical Climates, mean monthly temperature throughout the year is over 18 degree Celsius.
| India’s Climate is Sub-Tropical.
| Except Himalayas, all the parts of India have temperature above the threshold level to grow crops throughout the year.
| In Sub-Tropical Climates, mean monthly temperature throughout the year is over 18 degree Celsius.
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It is in Tropical Climates that mean monthly temperature throughout the year is over 18*C. India’s climate is mainly Tropical in nature. India produces all deciduous fruits including pome fruits (apple and pear) and stone fruits (peach, plum, apricot and cherry) in considerable quantity.
| c | Climate | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
1) Which of the following statements regarding Indian Climate is correct?
##Option_A: In Sub-Tropical Climates, mean monthly temperature throughout the year is over 18 degree Celsius.
###Option_B: India’s Climate is Sub-Tropical.
##Option_C: Except Hi... |
Which of the following can be considered as a violation of net neutrality? Software applications that can be downloaded for free on cellphones. Those who consume more data should pay more for internet usage. A start-up company pays for the data usage by the customer while surfing his website. Internet service providers... | 1, 2 and 3 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | Free apps on cellphones are not a violation of net neutrality as the user pays for the data consumed. The payment to ISPs is on the basis of data consumed. So, statement 2 is not a violation of net neutrality. ISPs cannot throttle sites that they perceive as piracy enabling on their own. So, statement 4 also constitute... | c | GS_Science and Technology Unclassified | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following can be considered as a violation of net neutrality? Software applications that can be downloaded for free on cellphones. Those who consume more data should pay more for internet usage. A start-up company pays for the data usage by the customer while su... |
With reference to the state of Jammu & Kashmir, which of the following statement is/are correct? 1.Bari doab is a piece of land between Baes and Ravi rivers. 2.Chail is the wildlife sanctury located in the southern region of the state. 3. Wular, the asia's largest freshwater lake is located in the state. Select the cor... | 1 & 2 Only | 1 & 3 Only | 2 & 3 Only | 1 & 2 Only | Doabs are piece of land between two rivers and Bari doab as the name suggest (obtaines from 2 letters BA or BAES and RI or Ravi rivers) is located between the two rivers. Hence Statement (1) is correct. Statement (3) is also correct as wular lake is the largest freshwater lake in India as well as in the Asia. Statement... | b | Structure and Physiography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the state of Jammu & Kashmir, which of the following statement is/are correct? 1.Bari doab is a piece of land between Baes and Ravi rivers. 2.Chail is the wildlife sanctury located in the southern region of the state. 3. Wular, the asia's largest freshwater... |
With reference to disqualifications for being elected to member of Parliament, consider the following
1. If he holds any office of profit under the union or state government
2. If he is disqualified under any law made by parliament.
3. If he is under preventive detention.
4. If he has failed to ... | 1 and 2 Only
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Under Indian Constitution a person can be disqualified if
(1) He holds any office of profit under the Government of India or the Government of any State
(2) He must not be a person of unsound mind and must not stand so declared by a competent court.
(3) He must not be an undischarged insolvent.
... | a | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to disqualifications for being elected to member of Parliament, consider the following
1. If he holds any office of profit under the union or state government
2. If he is disqualified under any law made by parliament.
3. If he is under prev... |
With reference to Proportional Representation, consider the following: It does not give any scope for organising by-elections. Because of presence of multiple parties, it may lead to instability in government. It eliminates intimate contacts between voters and representatives. It is difficult for voters to understand t... | 1, 2 and 3 Only | 1, 3 and 4 Only | 2, 3 and 4 Only | 1, 2 and 3 Only | Proportional representation (PR) characterizes electoral systems by which divisions in an electorate are reflected proportionately in the elected body. If 40% of the electorate support a particular political party, then roughly 40% of seats will be won by that party. In Indian context, all given statements can be the ... | d | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Proportional Representation, consider the following: It does not give any scope for organising by-elections. Because of presence of multiple parties, it may lead to instability in government. It eliminates intimate contacts between voters and representative... |
With reference to winter season in India, consider the following: High pressure center region lying north of the Himalayas Surface winds with dry continental air mass Trade winds over northwestern India Eastern jet stream winds over the north of the Himalayas Which of the above geographical features are found during wi... | 1 and 2 Only | 1 and 3 Only | 1, 2 and 3 | 1 and 2 Only | In winter months, the weather conditions over India are generally influenced by the distribution of pressure in Central and Western Asia. A high pressure centre in the region lying to the north of the Himalayas develops during winter. This centre of high pressure gives rise to the flow of air at the low level from the ... | c | Climate | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to winter season in India, consider the following: High pressure center region lying north of the Himalayas Surface winds with dry continental air mass Trade winds over northwestern India Eastern jet stream winds over the north of the Himalayas Which of the ab... |
With reference to the state of Jammu & Kashmir, which of the following statement is/are correct?
There are no Biosphere Reserves in the state.
National Highway 1 starts from the state and joins Srinagar to Jalandhar
Salal is a hydropower project on the river Jhelum.
Select the correct answer us... | 1 only
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Statement (1) is correct as there are no Biosphere reserves in the state of J&K. The three sanctuary/National Park located in the state of J&K are- Dachigham, Dr Salim Ali and Kishtwar.
Statement (2) is incorrect because it is NH1A (called NH 44) which joined Srinagar to Jalandhar not NH1. NH1 connects Uri t... | a | Structure and Physiography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to the state of Jammu & Kashmir, which of the following statement is/are correct?
There are no Biosphere Reserves in the state.
National Highway 1 starts from the state and joins Srinagar to Jalandhar
Salal is a hydropower project on the riv... |
Consider the following statements regarding Kuchipudi dance form: Kuchipudi can be traced back to dance performed by Devadasis. Traditionally, Kuchipudi was a female preserve. Unlike other dance forms, invocation of deity is not done in Kuchipudi. The use of speech is a distinguishable feature of Kuchipudi. Which of ... | 1 and 2 only | 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | This dance was performed in temples by Brahmin Males, and not Devadasis. The dance was traditionally a male preserve. Only in later stages, females started performing Kuchipudi. Invocation of God is an inseparable feature of Kuchipudi dance. Kuchipudi is a dance drama which uses Nritta, Nritya and Natya in it, along wi... | c | arts | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Kuchipudi dance form: Kuchipudi can be traced back to dance performed by Devadasis. Traditionally, Kuchipudi was a female preserve. Unlike other dance forms, invocation of deity is not done in Kuchipudi. The use of speech is a di... |
The resolution to remove Vice-President of India can be moved by: | Speaker | By Rajyasabha alone. | By either House of the Parliament. | Speaker | nan | b | Vice President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The resolution to remove Vice-President of India can be moved by:##Option_A:Speaker###Option_B:By Rajyasabha alone.##Option_C:By either House of the Parliament. ##Option_D:Speaker##Answer:b##Explaination:nan##Topic:Vice President ##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science... |
With reference to the state of Himachal Pradesh, which of the following statement is/are incorrect ? Govind Sagar dam is located on river Beas and provides water to Bhakra Nagar Hydro Project. There are no biosphere reserves in the state. The famous Pong reservoir, which is also one of the wetalnds on Ramsar sites, is... | 1 and 3 Only | 2 and 3 Only | 1 and 2 Only | 1 and 3 Only | Statement (1) is incorrect as Govind Sagar dam is located on river Sutlej (not Beas) and provides water to Bhakra Nagar Hydro Project. Statement (2) is also incorrect as there are 1 biosphere reserves (Cold Desert MAB since 2009) in the state. Statement (3) is also incorrect as Pong reservoir, which is also one of th... | d | Structure and Physiography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the state of Himachal Pradesh, which of the following statement is/are incorrect ? Govind Sagar dam is located on river Beas and provides water to Bhakra Nagar Hydro Project. There are no biosphere reserves in the state. The famous Pong reservoir, which is... |
In order to produce virus free plants through asexual reproduction, scientists often use extreme tip of the shoot of the same infected plant. Which of the following is/are the reasons for use of extreme shoot tip?
Lower enzyme concentration, leads to slower metabolic activity.
Higher pH due to plant hormo... | 1 only
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To produce virus-free plants scientists use tissue culture techniques called Meristem Tip Culture – involves use of extreme tip of the shoot or root but mostly shoot is preferred. This is fast growing part of the plant. Three main reasons for use of this portion of virus infected plant (though these plants are inf... | c | Biotech | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
In order to produce virus free plants through asexual reproduction, scientists often use extreme tip of the shoot of the same infected plant. Which of the following is/are the reasons for use of extreme shoot tip?
Lower enzyme concentration, leads to slower metaboli... |
Consider the following statements regarding Nuclear reactors and the enrichment process of Uranium:
The production of energy in nuclear reactors is from the "fission" of the enriched U-238 atoms.
Prior to the enrichment, Uranium fluoride must be converted to oxide so that it can be processed as a gas.
Most rea... | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 2 only | 1 only | The production of energy in nuclear reactors is from the "fission" of the enriched U-235 atoms. | d | Nuclear Energy | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Nuclear reactors and the enrichment process of Uranium:
The production of energy in nuclear reactors is from the "fission" of the enriched U-238 atoms.
Prior to the enrichment, Uranium fluoride must be converted to oxide so ... |
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