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Consider the following statements about Albedo: Albedo is the reflective quality of a surface. In the visible wavelengths, lighter colors have lower albedos, and darker colors higher albedos. Smooth surfaces increase albedo, whereas rougher surfaces reduce it. Earth"s Albedo value is higher than Moon. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 4 only
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1, 3 and 4 only
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1 and 2 only
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In the visible wavelengths, darker colors have lower albedos, and lighter colors higher albedos. On water surfaces, the angle of the solar rays also affects albedo values: Lower angles produce a greater reflection than do higher angles. In addition, smooth surfaces increase albedo, whereas rougher surfaces reduce it. Earth and its atmosphere reflect 31% of all insolation when averaged over a year. By comparison, a full Moon, which is bright enough to read by under clear skies, has only a 6%–8% albedo value. Thus, earthshine being four times brighter than moonlight
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c
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Insolation, Heat Budget, Distribution of temperature, Temperature Inversion
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about Albedo: Albedo is the reflective quality of a surface. In the visible wavelengths, lighter colors have lower albedos, and darker colors higher albedos. Smooth surfaces increase albedo, whereas rougher surfaces reduce it. Earth"s Albedo value is higher than Moon. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 4 only##Option_C: 1, 3 and 4 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:c##Explaination:In the visible wavelengths, darker colors have lower albedos, and lighter colors higher albedos. On water surfaces, the angle of the solar rays also affects albedo values: Lower angles produce a greater reflection than do higher angles. In addition, smooth surfaces increase albedo, whereas rougher surfaces reduce it. Earth and its atmosphere reflect 31% of all insolation when averaged over a year. By comparison, a full Moon, which is bright enough to read by under clear skies, has only a 6%–8% albedo value. Thus, earthshine being four times brighter than moonlight##Topic:Insolation, Heat Budget, Distribution of temperature, Temperature Inversion##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements about the National Population Register (NPR): It is a Register of usual residents of the country. It is prepared under the provisions of the Census Act, 1948 and the Citizenship Act of 1955. The objective of NPR is better utilization and implementation of the benefits under government schemes, improve planning and security in the country. It is compulsory for for all usual residents to register under the NPR. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 and 2 only
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2, 3 and 4 only
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1, 3 and 4 only
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1 and 2 only
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The National Population Register (NPR) is a Register of usual residents of the country. It is being prepared at the local (Village level), sub District (Tehsil/Taluk level), District, State and National level under provisions of the Citizenship Act 1955 and the Citizenship (Registration of Citizens and issue of National Identity Cards) Rules, 2003. As per Section 14A of the Citizenship Act 1955 as amended in 2004, it is compulsory for every citizen of the country to register in the National Register of Indian Citizens (NRIC). The creation of the National Population Register (NPR) is the first step towards preparation of the NRIC. Out of the universal dataset of residents, the subset of citizens would be derived after due verification of the citizenship status. Therefore, it is compulsory for all usual residents to register under the NPR.
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c
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Population and Growth trends density, sex, ratio, literacy, tribes and racial groups in India
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the National Population Register (NPR): It is a Register of usual residents of the country. It is prepared under the provisions of the Census Act, 1948 and the Citizenship Act of 1955. The objective of NPR is better utilization and implementation of the benefits under government schemes, improve planning and security in the country. It is compulsory for for all usual residents to register under the NPR. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4 only##Option_C: 1, 3 and 4 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:c##Explaination:The National Population Register (NPR) is a Register of usual residents of the country. It is being prepared at the local (Village level), sub District (Tehsil/Taluk level), District, State and National level under provisions of the Citizenship Act 1955 and the Citizenship (Registration of Citizens and issue of National Identity Cards) Rules, 2003. As per Section 14A of the Citizenship Act 1955 as amended in 2004, it is compulsory for every citizen of the country to register in the National Register of Indian Citizens (NRIC). The creation of the National Population Register (NPR) is the first step towards preparation of the NRIC. Out of the universal dataset of residents, the subset of citizens would be derived after due verification of the citizenship status. Therefore, it is compulsory for all usual residents to register under the NPR.##Topic:Population and Growth trends density, sex, ratio, literacy, tribes and racial groups in India##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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"Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana" has been launched for
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providing housing loan to poor people at cheaper interest rates
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promoting women"s Self-Help Groups in backward areas
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promoting financial inclusion in the country
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providing housing loan to poor people at cheaper interest rates
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PMJDY main objective is financial inclusion.
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c
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:"Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana" has been launched for##Option_A:providing housing loan to poor people at cheaper interest rates###Option_B:promoting women"s Self-Help Groups in backward areas##Option_C:promoting financial inclusion in the country##Option_D:providing housing loan to poor people at cheaper interest rates##Answer:c##Explaination:PMJDY main objective is financial inclusion.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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With reference to the Fourteenth Finance Commission, which of the following statements is/are correct? It has increased the share of States in the central divisible pool from 32 percent to 42 percent. It has made recommendations concerning sector-specific grants. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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The FFC has radically enhanced the share of the states in the central divisible pool from the current 32 percent to 42 per cent which is the biggest ever increase in vertical tax devolution. The FFC has not made any recommendation concerning sector specific-grants unlike the Thirteenth Finance Commission.
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a
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Fourteenth Finance Commission, which of the following statements is/are correct? It has increased the share of States in the central divisible pool from 32 percent to 42 percent. It has made recommendations concerning sector-specific grants. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination:The FFC has radically enhanced the share of the states in the central divisible pool from the current 32 percent to 42 per cent which is the biggest ever increase in vertical tax devolution. The FFC has not made any recommendation concerning sector specific-grants unlike the Thirteenth Finance Commission.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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The "Fortaleza Declaration", recently in the news, is related to the affairs of
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ASEAN
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BRICS
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OECD
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ASEAN
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Fortaleza Declaration issued at the 6th BRICS Summit.
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b
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The "Fortaleza Declaration", recently in the news, is related to the affairs of##Option_A: ASEAN###Option_B: BRICS##Option_C: OECD##Option_D: ASEAN##Answer:b##Explaination:Fortaleza Declaration issued at the 6th BRICS Summit.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:b
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A decrease in tax to GDP ratio of a country indicates which of the following? Slowing economic growth rate Less equitable distribution of national income Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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For the tax/GDP ratio to decrease either the tax collection should decrease or GDP should increase. Now considering the first statement if the GDP collection might or might not necessarily increase with a slow growth rate. Hence this option is ruled out. Increase in indirect tax collection may lead to less equality in income distribution but the same cannot be said for increase in direct tax collection. Hence, even this option can be ruled out.
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a
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Measurement of national income: value added method, income method, expenditure method, Application of various methods, Base year, GDP deflator
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A decrease in tax to GDP ratio of a country indicates which of the following? Slowing economic growth rate Less equitable distribution of national income Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:a##Explaination:For the tax/GDP ratio to decrease either the tax collection should decrease or GDP should increase. Now considering the first statement if the GDP collection might or might not necessarily increase with a slow growth rate. Hence this option is ruled out. Increase in indirect tax collection may lead to less equality in income distribution but the same cannot be said for increase in direct tax collection. Hence, even this option can be ruled out.##Topic:Measurement of national income: value added method, income method, expenditure method, Application of various methods, Base year, GDP deflator##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:a
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In the South Atlantic and South-Eastern Pacific regions in tropical latitudes, cyclone does not originate. What is the reason?
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Sea surface temperatures are low
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Inter-Propical Convergence Zone seldom occurs
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Coriolis force is too weak
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Sea surface temperatures are low
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Tropical cyclones originate and intensify over warm tropical oceans. The conditions favourable for the formation and intensification of tropical storms are: (i) Large sea surface with temperature higher than 27° C; (ii) Presence of the Coriolis force; (iii) Small variations in the vertical wind speed; (iv) A pre-existing weak- low-pressure area or low-level-cyclonic circulation; (v) Upper divergence above the sea level system. The most proximate reasons for the lack of activity in the South Atlantic are sea surface temperatures that tend to run a shade cooler than ideal for tropical cyclone formation even in the southern summer, climatologically high values of vertical wind shear across that basin throughout the year, and a lack of pre-existing centers of rotation (vorticity) in that area.
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b
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Air Masses, Cyclones and anti-cyclones
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the South Atlantic and South-Eastern Pacific regions in tropical latitudes, cyclone does not originate. What is the reason?##Option_A:Sea surface temperatures are low###Option_B:Inter-Propical Convergence Zone seldom occurs##Option_C:Coriolis force is too weak##Option_D:Sea surface temperatures are low##Answer:b##Explaination:Tropical cyclones originate and intensify over warm tropical oceans. The conditions favourable for the formation and intensification of tropical storms are: (i) Large sea surface with temperature higher than 27° C; (ii) Presence of the Coriolis force; (iii) Small variations in the vertical wind speed; (iv) A pre-existing weak- low-pressure area or low-level-cyclonic circulation; (v) Upper divergence above the sea level system. The most proximate reasons for the lack of activity in the South Atlantic are sea surface temperatures that tend to run a shade cooler than ideal for tropical cyclone formation even in the southern summer, climatologically high values of vertical wind shear across that basin throughout the year, and a lack of pre-existing centers of rotation (vorticity) in that area.##Topic:Air Masses, Cyclones and anti-cyclones##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Which one of the following pairs of States of India indicates the easternmost and westernmost State?
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Assam and Rajasthan
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Arunachal Pradesh and Rajasthan
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Assam and Gujarat
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Assam and Rajasthan
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The mainland of India, extends from Kashmir in the north to Kaniyakumari in the south and Arunachal Pradesh in the east to Gujarat in the west.
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d
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Map based Questins from Indian Geography
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following pairs of States of India indicates the easternmost and westernmost State?##Option_A: Assam and Rajasthan###Option_B: Arunachal Pradesh and Rajasthan##Option_C: Assam and Gujarat##Option_D: Assam and Rajasthan##Answer:d##Explaination:The mainland of India, extends from Kashmir in the north to Kaniyakumari in the south and Arunachal Pradesh in the east to Gujarat in the west.##Topic:Map based Questins from Indian Geography##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy : The Principles spell out of the socio economic democracy in the country. The provisions contained in these Principles are not enforceable by any court. Which of statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1and 2
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1 only
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The directive principles are meant for promoting the ideal of social and economic democracy. However, unlike the Fundamental Rights, the directives are non-justiciable in nature, that is, they are not enforceable by the courts for their violation.
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c
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Directive Principles
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy : The Principles spell out of the socio economic democracy in the country. The provisions contained in these Principles are not enforceable by any court. Which of statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:The directive principles are meant for promoting the ideal of social and economic democracy. However, unlike the Fundamental Rights, the directives are non-justiciable in nature, that is, they are not enforceable by the courts for their violation.##Topic:Directive Principles##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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In the "Index of Eight Core Industries", which one of the following is given the highest weight?
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Coal production
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Electricity generation
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Fertilizer production
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Coal production
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Core industries account for 38 % in IIP. Electricity with 10.3% has the highest weight among core industries viz. coal, fertilizer, electricity, crude oil, natural gas, refinery product, steel, and cement.
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b
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Misc Economic Issues
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the "Index of Eight Core Industries", which one of the following is given the highest weight?##Option_A: Coal production###Option_B: Electricity generation##Option_C: Fertilizer production##Option_D: Coal production##Answer:b##Explaination:Core industries account for 38 % in IIP. Electricity with 10.3% has the highest weight among core industries viz. coal, fertilizer, electricity, crude oil, natural gas, refinery product, steel, and cement.##Topic:Misc Economic Issues##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding National Innovation Foundation-India (NIF)? NIF is an autonomous body of the Department of Science and Technology under the Central Government. NIF is an initiative to strengthen the highly advanced scientific research in India"s premier scientific institutions in collaboration with highly advanced foreign scientific institutions. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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National Innovation Foundation-India is an autonomous body of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, based on the Honey Bee Network philosophy, which provides institutional support to grassroots innovators and outstanding traditional knowledge holders from the unorganized sector of the society. So statement 1 is correct and statement 2 is incorrect.
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a
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding National Innovation Foundation-India (NIF)? NIF is an autonomous body of the Department of Science and Technology under the Central Government. NIF is an initiative to strengthen the highly advanced scientific research in India"s premier scientific institutions in collaboration with highly advanced foreign scientific institutions. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination:National Innovation Foundation-India is an autonomous body of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, based on the Honey Bee Network philosophy, which provides institutional support to grassroots innovators and outstanding traditional knowledge holders from the unorganized sector of the society. So statement 1 is correct and statement 2 is incorrect.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resource (IUCN) and the Convention of International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which of the following statements is/are correct ? IUCN is an organ of the United Nation and CITES is an international agreement between governments. IUCN runs thousands of field projects around the world to better manage natural environments. CITES is legally binding on the States that have joined it, but this Convention does not take the place of national laws. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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1 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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Founded in 1948 as the world's first global environmental organisation. IUCN supports scientific research, manages field projects all over the world, and brings governments, NGOs, the UN and companies together to develop policy, laws and best practice. IUCN is not an organ of UN. This eliminates other 3 options.
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b
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resource (IUCN) and the Convention of International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which of the following statements is/are correct ? IUCN is an organ of the United Nation and CITES is an international agreement between governments. IUCN runs thousands of field projects around the world to better manage natural environments. CITES is legally binding on the States that have joined it, but this Convention does not take the place of national laws. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Founded in 1948 as the world's first global environmental organisation. IUCN supports scientific research, manages field projects all over the world, and brings governments, NGOs, the UN and companies together to develop policy, laws and best practice. IUCN is not an organ of UN. This eliminates other 3 options.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:b
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The Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of surgarcane is approved by the
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Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs
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Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices
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Directorate of Marketing and Inspection, Ministry of Agriculture
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Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs
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FRP is approved by CCEA and recommended by CACP.
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a
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Farm Distress and government initiatives
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of surgarcane is approved by the##Option_A: Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs###Option_B: Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices##Option_C: Directorate of Marketing and Inspection, Ministry of Agriculture##Option_D: Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs##Answer:a##Explaination:FRP is approved by CCEA and recommended by CACP.##Topic:Farm Distress and government initiatives##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:a
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What explains the eastward flow of the equatorial counter-current ?
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The Earth"s rotation on its axis
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Convergence of the two equatorial currents
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Difference in salinity of water
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The Earth"s rotation on its axis
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The easterly Equatorial Counter-Current between about 4 0 and 10 0 N may be explained as follows, The overall effect of the Trade Winds is to drive water towards the west, but the flow is blocked by the land masses along the western boundaries. As a result, in equatorial regions the sea-surface slopes up towards the west, causing an eastward horizontal pressure gradient force. Because winds are light in the Doldrums, water is able to flow down the horizontal pressure gradient in a current that is contrary (i.e. 'counter') to the prevailing wind direction. The zone of calm is the necessary and dominant factor here, though other factors play their role as well.
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b
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Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What explains the eastward flow of the equatorial counter-current ?##Option_A: The Earth"s rotation on its axis###Option_B: Convergence of the two equatorial currents##Option_C: Difference in salinity of water##Option_D: The Earth"s rotation on its axis##Answer:b##Explaination:The easterly Equatorial Counter-Current between about 4 0 and 10 0 N may be explained as follows, The overall effect of the Trade Winds is to drive water towards the west, but the flow is blocked by the land masses along the western boundaries. As a result, in equatorial regions the sea-surface slopes up towards the west, causing an eastward horizontal pressure gradient force. Because winds are light in the Doldrums, water is able to flow down the horizontal pressure gradient in a current that is contrary (i.e. 'counter') to the prevailing wind direction. The zone of calm is the necessary and dominant factor here, though other factors play their role as well.##Topic:Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Consider the following pairs: Place of Pilgrimage Location 1. Srisailam Nallamala Hills 2. Omakareshwar Satmala Hills 3. Pushkar Mahadeo Hills Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
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1 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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Srisailam is reputed for the shrine of Lord Mallikarjuna on the flat top of Nallamala Hills (Andhra Pradesh). Omkareshwar is situated on the Mandhata hills in Vindhya Mountains of Madhya pradesh. The Pushkar valley is formed between the Aravalli hills.
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a
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Map based Questins from Indian Geography
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs: Place of Pilgrimage Location 1. Srisailam Nallamala Hills 2. Omakareshwar Satmala Hills 3. Pushkar Mahadeo Hills Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination:Srisailam is reputed for the shrine of Lord Mallikarjuna on the flat top of Nallamala Hills (Andhra Pradesh). Omkareshwar is situated on the Mandhata hills in Vindhya Mountains of Madhya pradesh. The Pushkar valley is formed between the Aravalli hills.##Topic:Map based Questins from Indian Geography##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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With reference to Rowlatt Satyagraha, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The Rowlatt Act was based on the recommendations of the "Sedition Committee". 2. In Rowlatt Satyagraha, Gandhiji tried to utilize the Home Rule League. 3. Demonstrations against the arrival of the Simon Commission coincided with Rowlatt Satyagraha. Select the correct statement(s) using the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 and 2 are correct.
The events between May 1916 to January 1919 give us the background of the establishment of the Satyagraha Sabha in Bombay under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi. The newly started Home League was the leading force in all these events, which prepared the ground for the April Satyagraha. The Satyagraha Sabha was organised with Mr. Gandhi as President, Mr. Horniman as Vice-President, and the leading Home Rulers on the Committee
Simon Commission was dispatched to India in 1928 way after Rowlett Satyagraha.
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b
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The Khilafat Movement (1920-22) and Non Cooperation Movement
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Rowlatt Satyagraha, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The Rowlatt Act was based on the recommendations of the "Sedition Committee". 2. In Rowlatt Satyagraha, Gandhiji tried to utilize the Home Rule League. 3. Demonstrations against the arrival of the Simon Commission coincided with Rowlatt Satyagraha. Select the correct statement(s) using the code given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:1 and 2 only##Option_C:2 and 3 only##Option_D:1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:
Statement 1 and 2 are correct.
The events between May 1916 to January 1919 give us the background of the establishment of the Satyagraha Sabha in Bombay under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi. The newly started Home League was the leading force in all these events, which prepared the ground for the April Satyagraha. The Satyagraha Sabha was organised with Mr. Gandhi as President, Mr. Horniman as Vice-President, and the leading Home Rulers on the Committee
Simon Commission was dispatched to India in 1928 way after Rowlett Satyagraha.
##Topic:The Khilafat Movement (1920-22) and Non Cooperation Movement##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Which of the following are the possible roles of the state/government in the economy?
As a regulator of the economic system
As a producer and/or supplier of private goods and services
As a producer and/or supplier of public goods or social goods.
Choose the correct code from below
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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1 only
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1 and 3 only
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nan
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d
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National Income, Economic Growth and Development,
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are the possible roles of the state/government in the economy?
As a regulator of the economic system
As a producer and/or supplier of private goods and services
As a producer and/or supplier of public goods or social goods.
Choose the correct code from below##Option_A:1 and 3 only###Option_B:1 and 2 only##Option_C:1 only##Option_D:1 and 3 only##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:National Income, Economic Growth and Development,##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:d
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Among the following, which were frequently mentioned in the news for the outbreak of Ebola virus recently?
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Syria and Jordan
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Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia
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Philippines and Papua New Guinea
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Syria and Jordan
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Other three options a, c and d contain countries of middle east, SE Asia/Indian ocean region and Latin America respectively. Hence, could be eliminated easily.
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b
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Among the following, which were frequently mentioned in the news for the outbreak of Ebola virus recently?##Option_A: Syria and Jordan###Option_B: Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia##Option_C: Philippines and Papua New Guinea##Option_D: Syria and Jordan##Answer:b##Explaination:Other three options a, c and d contain countries of middle east, SE Asia/Indian ocean region and Latin America respectively. Hence, could be eliminated easily.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:b
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With reference to "fly ash" produced by the power plants using coal as fuel, which of the following statements is/are correct? Fly ash can be used in the production of bricks for building construction. Fly ash can be used as a replacement for some of the Portland cement contents of concrete. Fly ash is made up of silicon dioxide and calcium oxide only, and does not contain any toxic elements. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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1 and 2
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2 only
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1 and 3
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1 and 2
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Fly ash is used in the manufacture of building materials and in construction activity, like replacement of cement in concrete. It contains trace levels of toxic elements (like e.g. arsenic, barium, beryllium, boron, cadmium, chromium, thallium, selenium, molybdenum and mercury)
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a
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no_topic_assigned
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Economics
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to "fly ash" produced by the power plants using coal as fuel, which of the following statements is/are correct? Fly ash can be used in the production of bricks for building construction. Fly ash can be used as a replacement for some of the Portland cement contents of concrete. Fly ash is made up of silicon dioxide and calcium oxide only, and does not contain any toxic elements. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: 1 and 3##Option_D: 1 and 2##Answer:a##Explaination:Fly ash is used in the manufacture of building materials and in construction activity, like replacement of cement in concrete. It contains trace levels of toxic elements (like e.g. arsenic, barium, beryllium, boron, cadmium, chromium, thallium, selenium, molybdenum and mercury)##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Economics##Answer:a
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Who of the following was/were economic critic/critics of colonialism in India? Dadabhai Naoroji G. Subramania Iyer R. C. Dutt Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Dadabhai Naoroji, R. C. Dutt, Ranade, Gokhale, G. Subramania Iyer, were among those who grounded Indian nationalism firmly on the foundation of anti-imperialism by highlighting economic critique of colonialism.
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d
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Economic policies and their impact, Education Policies
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who of the following was/were economic critic/critics of colonialism in India? Dadabhai Naoroji G. Subramania Iyer R. C. Dutt Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Dadabhai Naoroji, R. C. Dutt, Ranade, Gokhale, G. Subramania Iyer, were among those who grounded Indian nationalism firmly on the foundation of anti-imperialism by highlighting economic critique of colonialism.##Topic:Economic policies and their impact, Education Policies##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
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Which one of the following issues the "Global Economic Prospects" report periodically?
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The Asian Development Bank
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The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
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The US Federal Reserve Bank
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The Asian Development Bank
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World Bank publish the 'Global Economic Prospect's Report periodically.
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d
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following issues the "Global Economic Prospects" report periodically?##Option_A: The Asian Development Bank###Option_B: The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development##Option_C: The US Federal Reserve Bank##Option_D: The Asian Development Bank##Answer:d##Explaination:World Bank publish the 'Global Economic Prospect's Report periodically.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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When the Reserve Bank of India reduces the Statutory Liquidity Ratio by 50 basis points, which of the following is likely to happen?
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India"s GDP growth rate increases drastically
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Foreign Institutional Investors may bring more capital into our country
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Scheduled Commercial Banks may cut their lending rates
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India"s GDP growth rate increases drastically
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The SLR cut by the RBI is likely to give more elbow room for banks to cut rates.
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c
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Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.)
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:When the Reserve Bank of India reduces the Statutory Liquidity Ratio by 50 basis points, which of the following is likely to happen?##Option_A: India"s GDP growth rate increases drastically###Option_B: Foreign Institutional Investors may bring more capital into our country##Option_C: Scheduled Commercial Banks may cut their lending rates##Option_D: India"s GDP growth rate increases drastically##Answer:c##Explaination:The SLR cut by the RBI is likely to give more elbow room for banks to cut rates.##Topic:Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.)##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:c
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With reference to the use of nano technology in health sector, which of the following statements is/are correct? Targeted drug delivery is made possible by nanotechnology. Nanotechnology can largely contribute to gene therapy. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Both are correct.
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c
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no_topic_assigned
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Economics
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the use of nano technology in health sector, which of the following statements is/are correct? Targeted drug delivery is made possible by nanotechnology. Nanotechnology can largely contribute to gene therapy. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Both are correct.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Economics##Answer:c
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In India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the
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Essential Commodities Act, 1955
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Agricultural Produce Market Committee Act enacted by States
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Agricultural Produce (Grading and Marking) Act, 1937
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Essential Commodities Act, 1955
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In India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the Agricultural Produce Market Committee Act enacted by States.
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b
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Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the##Option_A: Essential Commodities Act, 1955###Option_B: Agricultural Produce Market Committee Act enacted by States##Option_C: Agricultural Produce (Grading and Marking) Act, 1937##Option_D: Essential Commodities Act, 1955##Answer:b##Explaination:In India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the Agricultural Produce Market Committee Act enacted by States.##Topic:Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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With reference to Congress Socialist Party, consider the following statements: It advocated the boycott of British goods and evasion of taxes. It wanted to establish the dictatorship of proletariat. It advocated separate electorate for minorities and oppressed classes. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 and 2 only
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3 only
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1, 2 and 3
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1 and 2 only
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Important features were consistent and militant anti-imperialism, anti-landlordism, the organization of workers and peasants in trade unions and kisan sabhas, the acceptance of a socialist vision of independent India and of the socialist programme of the economic and social transformation of society. They were to give the Congress and the national movement a socialist direction; and that to achieve this objective they must organize the workers and peasants in their class organizations, wage struggles for their economic demands and make them the social base of the national struggle. They preferred methods adopted by Congress. 1st and 2nd statements can be related to radical communism in India during 1920 to 40. 3rd statement is also not related to CSP.
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d
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Other Political Developments, 1934-39
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Congress Socialist Party, consider the following statements: It advocated the boycott of British goods and evasion of taxes. It wanted to establish the dictatorship of proletariat. It advocated separate electorate for minorities and oppressed classes. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 3 only##Option_C: 1, 2 and 3##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Important features were consistent and militant anti-imperialism, anti-landlordism, the organization of workers and peasants in trade unions and kisan sabhas, the acceptance of a socialist vision of independent India and of the socialist programme of the economic and social transformation of society. They were to give the Congress and the national movement a socialist direction; and that to achieve this objective they must organize the workers and peasants in their class organizations, wage struggles for their economic demands and make them the social base of the national struggle. They preferred methods adopted by Congress. 1st and 2nd statements can be related to radical communism in India during 1920 to 40. 3rd statement is also not related to CSP.##Topic:Other Political Developments, 1934-39##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements: The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or to amend a Money Bill. The Rajya Sabha cannot vote on the Demands for Grants. The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statement 1 and 2 are right. 3rd statement is incorrect as Budget can be discussed by Rajyasabha.
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b
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Working of the Rajya Sabha
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or to amend a Money Bill. The Rajya Sabha cannot vote on the Demands for Grants. The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Statement 1 and 2 are right. 3rd statement is incorrect as Budget can be discussed by Rajyasabha.##Topic:Working of the Rajya Sabha##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:b
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The Government of India Act of 1919 clearly defined
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The separation of power between the judiciary and the legislature
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The jurisdiction of the central and provincial governments
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The powers of the Secretary of State for India and the Viceroy
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The separation of power between the judiciary and the legislature
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GOI Act, 1919, relaxed the central control over the provinces by demarcating and separating the central and provincial subjects. The central and provincial legislatures were authorised to make laws on their respective list of subjects.
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b
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Regulating Acts and Charter Acts
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Government of India Act of 1919 clearly defined##Option_A: The separation of power between the judiciary and the legislature###Option_B: The jurisdiction of the central and provincial governments##Option_C: The powers of the Secretary of State for India and the Viceroy##Option_D: The separation of power between the judiciary and the legislature##Answer:b##Explaination:GOI Act, 1919, relaxed the central control over the provinces by demarcating and separating the central and provincial subjects. The central and provincial legislatures were authorised to make laws on their respective list of subjects.##Topic:Regulating Acts and Charter Acts##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Which of the following brings out the "Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial Workers?
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The Reserve Bank of India
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The Department of Economic Affairs
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The Labour Bureau
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The Reserve Bank of India
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CPI (IW) is released by Labour Bureau.
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c
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Inflation: Definition, Inflationary Gap and Inflationary Process, Inflation Cycles: Demand Pull Inflation, Cost Push Inflation, Causes of Inflation, Inflation Control measures
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following brings out the "Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial Workers?##Option_A: The Reserve Bank of India###Option_B: The Department of Economic Affairs##Option_C: The Labour Bureau##Option_D: The Reserve Bank of India##Answer:c##Explaination:CPI (IW) is released by Labour Bureau.##Topic:Inflation: Definition, Inflationary Gap and Inflationary Process, Inflation Cycles: Demand Pull Inflation, Cost Push Inflation, Causes of Inflation, Inflation Control measures##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:c
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In the context of modern scientific research, consider the following statements about "IceCube", a particle, detector located at South Pole, which was recently in the news: It is the world"s neutrino detector, encompassing a cubic kilometre of ice. It is a powerful telescope to search for dark matter. It is buried deep in the ice. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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IceCube is a particle detector at the South Pole that records the interactions of a nearly massless subatomic particle called the neutrino. IceCube searches for neutrinos from the most violent astrophysical sources: events like exploding stars, gamma-ray bursts, and cataclysmic phenomena involving black holes and neutron stars. The IceCube telescope is a powerful tool to search for dark matter and could reveal the physical processes associated with the enigmatic origin of the highest energy particles in nature. In addition, exploring the background of neutrinos produced in the atmosphere, IceCube studies the neutrinos themselves; their energies far exceed those produced by accelerator beams. IceCube is the world’s largest neutrino detector, encompassing a cubic kilometer of ice. It is burried upto 2.5 Km of depth.
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d
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no_topic_assigned
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Economics
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the context of modern scientific research, consider the following statements about "IceCube", a particle, detector located at South Pole, which was recently in the news: It is the world"s neutrino detector, encompassing a cubic kilometre of ice. It is a powerful telescope to search for dark matter. It is buried deep in the ice. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:IceCube is a particle detector at the South Pole that records the interactions of a nearly massless subatomic particle called the neutrino. IceCube searches for neutrinos from the most violent astrophysical sources: events like exploding stars, gamma-ray bursts, and cataclysmic phenomena involving black holes and neutron stars. The IceCube telescope is a powerful tool to search for dark matter and could reveal the physical processes associated with the enigmatic origin of the highest energy particles in nature. In addition, exploring the background of neutrinos produced in the atmosphere, IceCube studies the neutrinos themselves; their energies far exceed those produced by accelerator beams. IceCube is the world’s largest neutrino detector, encompassing a cubic kilometer of ice. It is burried upto 2.5 Km of depth.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Economics##Answer:d
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The terms "Agreement on Agriculture", Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measure" and "Peace Clause" appear in the news frequently in the context of the affairs of the
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Food and Agriculture Organization
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United Nations Framework Conference on Climate Change
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World Trade Organization
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Food and Agriculture Organization
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nan
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c
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Trade Policy, Product wise trade, Region wise trade, Subsidy boxes, WTO related issues and India
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The terms "Agreement on Agriculture", Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measure" and "Peace Clause" appear in the news frequently in the context of the affairs of the##Option_A: Food and Agriculture Organization###Option_B: United Nations Framework Conference on Climate Change##Option_C: World Trade Organization##Option_D: Food and Agriculture Organization##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:Trade Policy, Product wise trade, Region wise trade, Subsidy boxes, WTO related issues and India##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:c
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With reference to "Near Field Communication (NFC) Technology", which of the following statements is/are correct? It is a contactless communication technology that uses electromagnetic radio fields. NFC is designed for use by devices which can be at a distance of even a metre from each other. NFC can use encryption when sending sensitive information. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 2 only
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3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Near field communication (NFC) is the set of protocols that enables electronic devices to establish radio communication with each other by touching the devices together or bringing them into proximity to a distance of typically 10cm or less. So only statement 1 and 3 are correct.
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c
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no_topic_assigned
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Economics
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to "Near Field Communication (NFC) Technology", which of the following statements is/are correct? It is a contactless communication technology that uses electromagnetic radio fields. NFC is designed for use by devices which can be at a distance of even a metre from each other. NFC can use encryption when sending sensitive information. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Near field communication (NFC) is the set of protocols that enables electronic devices to establish radio communication with each other by touching the devices together or bringing them into proximity to a distance of typically 10cm or less. So only statement 1 and 3 are correct.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Economics##Answer:c
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The area known as "Golan Heights" sometimes appears in the news in the context of the events related to
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Central Asia
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Middle East
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South-East Asia
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Central Asia
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Golan Heights, is a hilly area overlooking the upper Jordan River valley on the west. The area was part of extreme southwestern Syria until 1967, when it came under Israeli military occupation, and in December 1981 Israel unilaterally annexed the part of the Golan it held.
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b
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The area known as "Golan Heights" sometimes appears in the news in the context of the events related to##Option_A: Central Asia###Option_B: Middle East##Option_C: South-East Asia##Option_D: Central Asia##Answer:b##Explaination:Golan Heights, is a hilly area overlooking the upper Jordan River valley on the west. The area was part of extreme southwestern Syria until 1967, when it came under Israeli military occupation, and in December 1981 Israel unilaterally annexed the part of the Golan it held.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:b
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Convertibility of rupee implies
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being able to convert rupee notes into gold
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allowing the value of rupee to be fixed by market forces
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freely permitting the conversion of rupee to other currencies and vice versa
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being able to convert rupee notes into gold
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The ease with which a country's currency can be converted into another currency.
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c
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Misc Economic Issues
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Commerce & Accountancy
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Convertibility of rupee implies##Option_A: being able to convert rupee notes into gold###Option_B: allowing the value of rupee to be fixed by market forces##Option_C: freely permitting the conversion of rupee to other currencies and vice versa##Option_D: being able to convert rupee notes into gold##Answer:c##Explaination:The ease with which a country's currency can be converted into another currency.##Topic:Misc Economic Issues##Subject:Commerce & Accountancy##Answer:c
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Consider the following pairs: Medieval Indian State Present Region 1. Champaka Central India 2. Durgara Jammu 3. Kuluta Malabar Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
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1 and 2
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2 only
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1 and 3
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1 and 2
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Champaka is modern day Chamba, Kuluta is Kullu and Durgara is Jammu.
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b
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Early Medieval Period: North India and South India
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs: Medieval Indian State Present Region 1. Champaka Central India 2. Durgara Jammu 3. Kuluta Malabar Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?##Option_A: 1 and 2###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: 1 and 3##Option_D: 1 and 2##Answer:b##Explaination:Champaka is modern day Chamba, Kuluta is Kullu and Durgara is Jammu.##Topic:Early Medieval Period: North India and South India##Subject:Geography##Answer:b
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Consider the following rivers: Vamsadhara Indravati Pranahita Pennar Which of the above is/are tributaries of Godavari?
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1, 2 and 3
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2, 3 and 4
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1, 2 and 4
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1, 2 and 3
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The Penganga, the Indravati, the Pranhita, and the Manjra are principal tributaries of the Godavari .
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d
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Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following rivers: Vamsadhara Indravati Pranahita Pennar Which of the above is/are tributaries of Godavari?##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4##Option_C: 1, 2 and 4##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3##Answer:d##Explaination:The Penganga, the Indravati, the Pranhita, and the Manjra are principal tributaries of the Godavari .##Topic:Himalayan and Peninsular Drainage System##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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When a bill is referred to a joint sitting of both the Houses of the Parliament, it has to be passed by
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a simple majority of members present and voting
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three-fourths majority of members present and voting
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two-thirds majority of the Houses
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a simple majority of members present and voting
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The Joint Sitting is an extraordinary mechanism provided in the Constitution to resolve a deadlock between the two Houses over the passage of a bill. (Art.108) is passed by a majority of the total number of members of both the Houses present and voting in the joint sitting.
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a
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Types of bills and Legislative procedure
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:When a bill is referred to a joint sitting of both the Houses of the Parliament, it has to be passed by##Option_A: a simple majority of members present and voting###Option_B: three-fourths majority of members present and voting##Option_C: two-thirds majority of the Houses##Option_D: a simple majority of members present and voting##Answer:a##Explaination:The Joint Sitting is an extraordinary mechanism provided in the Constitution to resolve a deadlock between the two Houses over the passage of a bill. (Art.108) is passed by a majority of the total number of members of both the Houses present and voting in the joint sitting.##Topic:Types of bills and Legislative procedure##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:a
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Which one of the following regions of India has a combination of mangrove forest, evergreen forest and deciduous forest?
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North Coastal Andhra Pradesh
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South-West Bengal
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Southern Saurashtra
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North Coastal Andhra Pradesh
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All three occur together in Andaman and Nicobar islands only.
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d
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Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following regions of India has a combination of mangrove forest, evergreen forest and deciduous forest?##Option_A: North Coastal Andhra Pradesh###Option_B: South-West Bengal##Option_C: Southern Saurashtra##Option_D: North Coastal Andhra Pradesh##Answer:d##Explaination:All three occur together in Andaman and Nicobar islands only.##Topic:Forests and their distribution, Forest Conservation##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha? Avanti Gandhara Kosala Magadha Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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1, 2 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1, 3 and 4
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1, 2 and 3 only
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Buddha traveled to Rajagaha, capital of Magadha, to visit King Bimbisara. During this visit, Sariputta and Maudgalyayana were converted by Assaji, one of the first five disciples. Buddha belonged to Shakya clan whose capital was Kapilavastu, and who were later annexed by the growing Kingdom of Kosala during the Buddha's lifetime
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d
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Religious Reforms
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha? Avanti Gandhara Kosala Magadha Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1, 3 and 4##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Buddha traveled to Rajagaha, capital of Magadha, to visit King Bimbisara. During this visit, Sariputta and Maudgalyayana were converted by Assaji, one of the first five disciples. Buddha belonged to Shakya clan whose capital was Kapilavastu, and who were later annexed by the growing Kingdom of Kosala during the Buddha's lifetime##Topic:Religious Reforms##Subject:Geography##Answer:d
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Consider the following: The arrival of Babur into India led to the introduction of gunpowder in the subcontinent introduction of the arch and dome in the region"s architecture establishment of Timurid dynasty in the region Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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1 and 2 only
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3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Gunpowder was known in India earlier than Babur's rule. Babur was a descendant of Timurid dynasty or clan of Turco-Mongol lineage, descended from the warlord Timur and led to the establishment of Timurid dynasty in the region.
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b
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Mughal Period
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following: The arrival of Babur into India led to the introduction of gunpowder in the subcontinent introduction of the arch and dome in the region"s architecture establishment of Timurid dynasty in the region Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Gunpowder was known in India earlier than Babur's rule. Babur was a descendant of Timurid dynasty or clan of Turco-Mongol lineage, descended from the warlord Timur and led to the establishment of Timurid dynasty in the region.##Topic:Mughal Period##Subject:Geography##Answer:b
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The Government of India has established NITI Aayog to replace the
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Human Rights Commission
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Finance Commission
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Law Commission
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Human Rights Commission
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NITI Ayog replaced Planning Commission.
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d
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Government of India has established NITI Aayog to replace the##Option_A: Human Rights Commission###Option_B: Finance Commission##Option_C: Law Commission##Option_D: Human Rights Commission##Answer:d##Explaination:NITI Ayog replaced Planning Commission.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements: The Executive Power of the Union of India is vested in the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister is the Ex Officio Chairman of the Civil Services Board. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1st is not correct as all executive actions of the Government of India are formally taken in the name of President. Statement 2nd is not correct as the Cabinet secretary is the ex- officio chairman of the civil services board.
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d
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Prime Minister
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The Executive Power of the Union of India is vested in the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister is the Ex Officio Chairman of the Civil Services Board. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Statement 1st is not correct as all executive actions of the Government of India are formally taken in the name of President. Statement 2nd is not correct as the Cabinet secretary is the ex- officio chairman of the civil services board.##Topic:Prime Minister##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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The term "Goldilocks Zone" is often seen in the news in the context of
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the limits of habitable zone above the surface of the Earth
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regions inside the Earth where shale gas is available
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search for the Earth-like planets in outer space
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the limits of habitable zone above the surface of the Earth
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3rd option is correct. To be considered habitable, exoplanets must orbit within a distance of their stars in which liquid water can exist on the planet’s surface, receiving about as much sunlight as Earth.
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c
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The term "Goldilocks Zone" is often seen in the news in the context of##Option_A: the limits of habitable zone above the surface of the Earth###Option_B: regions inside the Earth where shale gas is available##Option_C: search for the Earth-like planets in outer space##Option_D: the limits of habitable zone above the surface of the Earth##Answer:c##Explaination:3rd option is correct. To be considered habitable, exoplanets must orbit within a distance of their stars in which liquid water can exist on the planet’s surface, receiving about as much sunlight as Earth.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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Who of the following organized a march on the Tanjore coast to break the Salt Law in April 1930?
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V.O. Chidambaram Pillai
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C. Rajagopalachari
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K. Kamaraj
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V.O. Chidambaram Pillai
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C. Rajagopalachari led Salt Disobedience march from Tiruchirapally to Vedaranniyam (off Tanjore coast).
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b
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The Civil Disobedience Movement
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who of the following organized a march on the Tanjore coast to break the Salt Law in April 1930?##Option_A: V.O. Chidambaram Pillai###Option_B: C. Rajagopalachari##Option_C: K. Kamaraj##Option_D: V.O. Chidambaram Pillai##Answer:b##Explaination:C. Rajagopalachari led Salt Disobedience march from Tiruchirapally to Vedaranniyam (off Tanjore coast).##Topic:The Civil Disobedience Movement##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Who of the following founded a new city on the south bank of a tributary to river Krishna and undertook to rule his new kingdom as the agent of a deity to whom all the land south of the river Krishna was supposed to belong?
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Amoghavarsha I
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Ballala II
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Harihara I
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Amoghavarsha I
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Vijayanagara or “city of victory” was the name of both a city and an empire. The empire was founded in the fourteenth century. In its heyday it stretched from the river Krishna in the north to the extreme south of the peninsula, in the Krishna-Tungabhadra doab. It was founded by Harihara and Bukka, in 1336. In the memories of people living in the Krishna-Tungabhadra doab, they remembered it as Hampi, a name derived from that of the local mother goddess, Pampadevi.
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c
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Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who of the following founded a new city on the south bank of a tributary to river Krishna and undertook to rule his new kingdom as the agent of a deity to whom all the land south of the river Krishna was supposed to belong?##Option_A: Amoghavarsha I###Option_B: Ballala II##Option_C: Harihara I##Option_D: Amoghavarsha I##Answer:c##Explaination:Vijayanagara or “city of victory” was the name of both a city and an empire. The empire was founded in the fourteenth century. In its heyday it stretched from the river Krishna in the north to the extreme south of the peninsula, in the Krishna-Tungabhadra doab. It was founded by Harihara and Bukka, in 1336. In the memories of people living in the Krishna-Tungabhadra doab, they remembered it as Hampi, a name derived from that of the local mother goddess, Pampadevi.##Topic:Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms##Subject:Geography##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements: The first woman President of the Indian National Congress was Sarojini Naidu. The first Muslim President of the Indian National Congress was Badruddin Tyabji. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Sarojini Naidu was first Indian woman President while Annie Besant was first woman President.
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b
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Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Sessions, Governor –General Viceroys
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The first woman President of the Indian National Congress was Sarojini Naidu. The first Muslim President of the Indian National Congress was Badruddin Tyabji. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Sarojini Naidu was first Indian woman President while Annie Besant was first woman President.##Topic:Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Sessions, Governor –General Viceroys##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2014 was given to which one of the following?
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Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
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Indian Institute of Science
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Indian Space Research Organization
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Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
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A jury chaired by Vice-President Hamid Ansari chose ISRO for the award, given to individuals or organisations who promote international development, a new international economic order or make scientific discoveries for public good.
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c
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2014 was given to which one of the following?##Option_A: Bhabha Atomic Research Centre###Option_B: Indian Institute of Science##Option_C: Indian Space Research Organization##Option_D: Bhabha Atomic Research Centre##Answer:c##Explaination:A jury chaired by Vice-President Hamid Ansari chose ISRO for the award, given to individuals or organisations who promote international development, a new international economic order or make scientific discoveries for public good.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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With reference to the Cabinet Mission, which of the following statements is/are correct? It recommended a federal government. It enlarged the powers of the Indian courts. It provided for more Indians in the ICS. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 and 3
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1 and 3
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1 only
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The Cabinet Mission recommended a loose three-tier confederation. India was to remain united. It was to have a weak central government controlling only foreign affairs, defence and communications with the existing provincial assemblies being grouped into three sections while electing the constituent assembly: Section A for the Hindu majority provinces, and Sections B and C for the existing provincial of the north-west and the north-east (including Assam) respectively. The sections or groups of provinces would comprise various regional units. They would have the power to set up intermediate-level executives and legislatures of their own.
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a
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Partition Other Dimensions
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Cabinet Mission, which of the following statements is/are correct? It recommended a federal government. It enlarged the powers of the Indian courts. It provided for more Indians in the ICS. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3##Option_C: 1 and 3##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination:The Cabinet Mission recommended a loose three-tier confederation. India was to remain united. It was to have a weak central government controlling only foreign affairs, defence and communications with the existing provincial assemblies being grouped into three sections while electing the constituent assembly: Section A for the Hindu majority provinces, and Sections B and C for the existing provincial of the north-west and the north-east (including Assam) respectively. The sections or groups of provinces would comprise various regional units. They would have the power to set up intermediate-level executives and legislatures of their own.##Topic:Partition Other Dimensions##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
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Amnesty International is
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an agency of the United Nations to help refugees of civil wars
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a global Human Rights Movement
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a non-governmental voluntary organization to help very poor people
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an agency of the United Nations to help refugees of civil wars
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Amnesty International is a non-governmental organisation focused on human rights.
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b
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Amnesty International is##Option_A: an agency of the United Nations to help refugees of civil wars###Option_B: a global Human Rights Movement##Option_C: a non-governmental voluntary organization to help very poor people##Option_D: an agency of the United Nations to help refugees of civil wars##Answer:b##Explaination:Amnesty International is a non-governmental organisation focused on human rights.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:b
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With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest?
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Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneswar
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Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli
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Rock-cut Monuments Mahabalipuram
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Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneswar
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Rock cut elephant at Dhauli dates back to 3rd century BC.
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b
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Architecture
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Geology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest?##Option_A: Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneswar###Option_B: Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli##Option_C: Rock-cut Monuments Mahabalipuram##Option_D: Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneswar##Answer:b##Explaination:Rock cut elephant at Dhauli dates back to 3rd century BC.##Topic:Architecture##Subject:Geology##Answer:b
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With reference to Indian history, which of the following is/are the essential element/ elements of the feudal system? A very strong centralized political authority a very weak provincial or local political authority Emergence of administrative structure based on control and possession of land Creation of lord-vassal relationship between the feudal lord and his overlord Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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3 only
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1 and 2 only
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Authority of the centre diminished as local/feudal powers emerged.
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b
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Early Medieval Period: North India and South India
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Geography
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Indian history, which of the following is/are the essential element/ elements of the feudal system? A very strong centralized political authority a very weak provincial or local political authority Emergence of administrative structure based on control and possession of land Creation of lord-vassal relationship between the feudal lord and his overlord Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Authority of the centre diminished as local/feudal powers emerged.##Topic:Early Medieval Period: North India and South India##Subject:Geography##Answer:b
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BioCarbon Fund Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes" is managed by the
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Asian Development Bank
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International Monetary Fund
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United Nations Environment Programme
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Asian Development Bank
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It is an initiative by the World Bank.
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d
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:BioCarbon Fund Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes" is managed by the##Option_A: Asian Development Bank###Option_B: International Monetary Fund##Option_C: United Nations Environment Programme##Option_D: Asian Development Bank##Answer:d##Explaination:It is an initiative by the World Bank.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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India is member of which among the following? Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Association of South-East Asian Nations East Asia Summit Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 2 only
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3 only
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1, 2 and 3
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1 and 2 only
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Membership of the EAS comprises the ten ASEAN countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Burma, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam), Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, the United States and Russia. The 18 EAS member countries represent collectively 55 per cent of the world’s population and account for around 55 per cent of global GDP
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b
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:India is member of which among the following? Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Association of South-East Asian Nations East Asia Summit Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 3 only##Option_C: 1, 2 and 3##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Membership of the EAS comprises the ten ASEAN countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Burma, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam), Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, the United States and Russia. The 18 EAS member countries represent collectively 55 per cent of the world’s population and account for around 55 per cent of global GDP##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:b
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In India, the steel production industry requires the import of
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saltpetre
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rock phosphate
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coking coal
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saltpetre
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Saltpetre and rockphosphate are not utilized by majority Steel companies in India. Further, India is a producer of saltpetre and usually does not import this product in large quantity.
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c
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Industriestypes and their locational factors
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In India, the steel production industry requires the import of##Option_A: saltpetre###Option_B: rock phosphate##Option_C: coking coal##Option_D: saltpetre##Answer:c##Explaination:Saltpetre and rockphosphate are not utilized by majority Steel companies in India. Further, India is a producer of saltpetre and usually does not import this product in large quantity.##Topic:Industriestypes and their locational factors##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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The provisions in Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made in order to
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protect the interests of Scheduled Tribes
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determine the boundaries between States
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determine the powers, authority and responsibilities of Panchayats
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protect the interests of Scheduled Tribes
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Fifth Schedule: Administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes (areas and tribes need special protection due to disadvantageous conditions). Sixth Schedule: Provisions for the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram.
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a
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Features and Significant Provisions
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The provisions in Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made in order to##Option_A:protect the interests of Scheduled Tribes###Option_B:determine the boundaries between States##Option_C:determine the powers, authority and responsibilities of Panchayats##Option_D:protect the interests of Scheduled Tribes##Answer:a##Explaination:Fifth Schedule: Administration and control of Scheduled Areas and Scheduled Tribes (areas and tribes need special protection due to disadvantageous conditions). Sixth Schedule: Provisions for the administration of tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram.##Topic:Features and Significant Provisions##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:a
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With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements: The Department of Revenue is responsible for the preparation of Union Budget that is presented to the Parliament. No amount can be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India without the authorization from the Parliament of India. All the disbursements made from Public Account also need the authorization from the Parliament of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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2 only
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1 and 2 only
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Department of Economic Affairs prepares the Budget. Public Accounts includes provident fund deposits, judicial deposits, savings bank deposits, departmental deposits, remittances and so on. This account is operated by executive action, that is, the payments from this account can by made without parliamentary appropriation. Such payments are mostly in the nature of banking transactions. So only second statement is correct.
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c
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Budget
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements: The Department of Revenue is responsible for the preparation of Union Budget that is presented to the Parliament. No amount can be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India without the authorization from the Parliament of India. All the disbursements made from Public Account also need the authorization from the Parliament of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Department of Economic Affairs prepares the Budget. Public Accounts includes provident fund deposits, judicial deposits, savings bank deposits, departmental deposits, remittances and so on. This account is operated by executive action, that is, the payments from this account can by made without parliamentary appropriation. Such payments are mostly in the nature of banking transactions. So only second statement is correct.##Topic:Budget##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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Which of the following is the custodian of the Constitution of India?
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The President of India
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The Prime Minister of India
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The Lok Sabha Secretariat
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The President of India
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Parliamentary democracy as envisaged in the Constitution of India works, at Union and State level.
Especially in the making of law, there is direct participation of the legislature and the executive. It is the judiciary that safeguards the interest of citizens by not allowing the other organs to go beyond their role assigned in the Constitution. In brief, the Supreme Court of India is the logical and primary custodian of the Indian Constitution, while also being its interpreter and guardian. Parliament enjoys the authority to amend the Constitution; the Supreme Court has the authority to examine the validity of constitutional amendments. The Supreme Court ensures that the other branches of government perform their responsibilities in accordance with the Constitution
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d
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Supreme Court
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is the custodian of the Constitution of India?##Option_A: The President of India###Option_B: The Prime Minister of India##Option_C: The Lok Sabha Secretariat##Option_D: The President of India##Answer:d##Explaination:
Parliamentary democracy as envisaged in the Constitution of India works, at Union and State level.
Especially in the making of law, there is direct participation of the legislature and the executive. It is the judiciary that safeguards the interest of citizens by not allowing the other organs to go beyond their role assigned in the Constitution. In brief, the Supreme Court of India is the logical and primary custodian of the Indian Constitution, while also being its interpreter and guardian. Parliament enjoys the authority to amend the Constitution; the Supreme Court has the authority to examine the validity of constitutional amendments. The Supreme Court ensures that the other branches of government perform their responsibilities in accordance with the Constitution
##Topic:Supreme Court##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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Consider the following statements: The Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme was launched during 1996-97 to provide loan assistance to poor farmers. The Command Area Development Programme was launched in 1974-75 for the development of water-use efficiency. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Central Govt., during 1996-97, launched an Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (AIBP) to provide Central Loan Assistance (CLA) to major/medium irrigation projects in the country, with the objective to accelerate the implementation of those projects which were beyond resource capability of the states or were in advanced stage of completion. Government of India initiated a Centrally Sponsored Command Area Development Programme (CADP) in December 1974 to improve irrigation potential utilisation and optimise agricultural production from irrigated land through integrated and coordinated approach of efficient water management.
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b
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Misc Economic Issues
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme was launched during 1996-97 to provide loan assistance to poor farmers. The Command Area Development Programme was launched in 1974-75 for the development of water-use efficiency. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Central Govt., during 1996-97, launched an Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme (AIBP) to provide Central Loan Assistance (CLA) to major/medium irrigation projects in the country, with the objective to accelerate the implementation of those projects which were beyond resource capability of the states or were in advanced stage of completion. Government of India initiated a Centrally Sponsored Command Area Development Programme (CADP) in December 1974 to improve irrigation potential utilisation and optimise agricultural production from irrigated land through integrated and coordinated approach of efficient water management.##Topic:Misc Economic Issues##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following is/are not a participant/participants? Bangladesh Cambodia China Myanmar Thailand Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2, 3 and 4
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1 and 3
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1 only
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The Mekong Ganga Cooperation (MGC) forum encompasses the six riparian countries of the Mekong and Ganga (Cambodia, India, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam). The original promoter was Thailand. In 2000, the countries met in Vientiane and agreed to cooperate in the fields of tourism, education, human resource development, culture, communication, and transport.
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c
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, an initiative of six countries, which of the following is/are not a participant/participants? Bangladesh Cambodia China Myanmar Thailand Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4##Option_C: 1 and 3##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:The Mekong Ganga Cooperation (MGC) forum encompasses the six riparian countries of the Mekong and Ganga (Cambodia, India, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam). The original promoter was Thailand. In 2000, the countries met in Vientiane and agreed to cooperate in the fields of tourism, education, human resource development, culture, communication, and transport.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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Basel III Accord" or simply "Basel III" often seen in the new, seeks to
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develop national strategies for the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity.
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improve banking sector"s ability economic stress and improve risk management.
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reduce the greenhouse gas emissions but places a heavier burden on developed countries.
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develop national strategies for the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity.
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Basel III is a global, voluntary regulatory framework on bank capital adequacy, stress testing and market liquidity risk.
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b
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Banking Reforms
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Basel III Accord" or simply "Basel III" often seen in the new, seeks to##Option_A: develop national strategies for the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity.###Option_B: improve banking sector"s ability economic stress and improve risk management.##Option_C: reduce the greenhouse gas emissions but places a heavier burden on developed countries.##Option_D: develop national strategies for the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity.##Answer:b##Explaination:Basel III is a global, voluntary regulatory framework on bank capital adequacy, stress testing and market liquidity risk.##Topic:Banking Reforms##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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Consider the following statements: The winds which blow between 30 0 N and 60 0 S latitudes throughout the year are known as westerlies. The moist air masses that cause winter rains in North-Western region of India are part of westerlies. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Westerlies are prevailing winds from the west toward the east in the middle latitudes between 30 and 60 degrees latitude. Western Disturbance occurs in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal to describe an extratropical storm originating in the Mediterranean, that brings sudden winter rain and snow to the northwestern parts of the Indian subcontinent. This is a non-monsoonal precipitation pattern driven by the Westerlies.
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b
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The Atmosphere Structure, Composition
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The winds which blow between 30 0 N and 60 0 S latitudes throughout the year are known as westerlies. The moist air masses that cause winter rains in North-Western region of India are part of westerlies. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Westerlies are prevailing winds from the west toward the east in the middle latitudes between 30 and 60 degrees latitude. Western Disturbance occurs in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal to describe an extratropical storm originating in the Mediterranean, that brings sudden winter rain and snow to the northwestern parts of the Indian subcontinent. This is a non-monsoonal precipitation pattern driven by the Westerlies.##Topic:The Atmosphere Structure, Composition##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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With reference to the "Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation (IOR-ARC)", consider the following statements: 1. It was established very recently in response to incidents of piracy and accidents of oil spills. 2. It is an alliance meant for maritime security only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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IOR-ARC, a regional cooperation initiative of the Indian Ocean Rim countries, was established in Mauritius in March 1997 with the aim of promoting economic and technical cooperation. IOR-ARC is the only pan-Indian ocean grouping. It brings together countries from three continents having different sizes, economic strengths, and a wide diversity of languages, cultures. It aims to create a platform for trade, socio-economic and cultural cooperation in the Indian Ocean rim area, which constitutes a population of about two billion people.
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d
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the "Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation (IOR-ARC)", consider the following statements: 1. It was established very recently in response to incidents of piracy and accidents of oil spills. 2. It is an alliance meant for maritime security only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:IOR-ARC, a regional cooperation initiative of the Indian Ocean Rim countries, was established in Mauritius in March 1997 with the aim of promoting economic and technical cooperation. IOR-ARC is the only pan-Indian ocean grouping. It brings together countries from three continents having different sizes, economic strengths, and a wide diversity of languages, cultures. It aims to create a platform for trade, socio-economic and cultural cooperation in the Indian Ocean rim area, which constitutes a population of about two billion people.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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Which one of the following movements has contributed to a split in the Indian National Congress resulting in the emergence of "moderates" and "extremists"?
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Swadeshi Movement
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Quit India Movement
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Non-Cooperation Movement
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Swadeshi Movement
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Surat split of 1907 was the result of differences from Bengal partition protest strategy.
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a
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Partition of Bengal and the Swadeshi Movement
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General Studies
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following movements has contributed to a split in the Indian National Congress resulting in the emergence of "moderates" and "extremists"?##Option_A: Swadeshi Movement###Option_B: Quit India Movement##Option_C: Non-Cooperation Movement##Option_D: Swadeshi Movement##Answer:a##Explaination:Surat split of 1907 was the result of differences from Bengal partition protest strategy.##Topic:Partition of Bengal and the Swadeshi Movement##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
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In a particular region in India, the local people train the roots of living trees into robust bridges across the streams. As the time passes, these bridges become stronger. These unique "living root bridges" are found in
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Meghalaya
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Himachal Pradesh
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Jharkhand
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Meghalaya
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Roots of the rubber tree - Ficus Elastica are the pavements for these natural bridges in the thick forests of Khasi Hills district. It is interesting to note that the districts in Meghalaya are named after the tribes in that area, like East Garo Hills district, West Jaitia Hills district and so on. Strong secondary roots of this rubber tree are manipulated to grow horizontally through the tunnels of hollowed betel nut trunks across the fast flowing rivers
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a
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Misc Indian Human Geography
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In a particular region in India, the local people train the roots of living trees into robust bridges across the streams. As the time passes, these bridges become stronger. These unique "living root bridges" are found in ##Option_A: Meghalaya ###Option_B: Himachal Pradesh ##Option_C: Jharkhand ##Option_D: Meghalaya ##Answer:a##Explaination:Roots of the rubber tree - Ficus Elastica are the pavements for these natural bridges in the thick forests of Khasi Hills district. It is interesting to note that the districts in Meghalaya are named after the tribes in that area, like East Garo Hills district, West Jaitia Hills district and so on. Strong secondary roots of this rubber tree are manipulated to grow horizontally through the tunnels of hollowed betel nut trunks across the fast flowing rivers##Topic:Misc Indian Human Geography##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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Tides occur in the oceans and seas due to which among the following? Gravitational force of the Sun Gravitational force of the Moon Centrifugal force of the Earth Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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The periodical rise and fall of the sea level, once or twice a day, mainly due to attraction of Sun and Moon. Another factor is centrifugal force, which is the force that acts to counter balance the gravity.
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d
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Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Tides occur in the oceans and seas due to which among the following? Gravitational force of the Sun Gravitational force of the Moon Centrifugal force of the Earth Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:The periodical rise and fall of the sea level, once or twice a day, mainly due to attraction of Sun and Moon. Another factor is centrifugal force, which is the force that acts to counter balance the gravity.##Topic:Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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In which of the following activities are Indian Remote Sensing (IRS) satellites used? Assessment of crop productivity Locating groundwater resources Mineral exploration Telecommunications Traffic studies Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1, 2 and 3 only
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4 and 5 only
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1 and 2 only
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1, 2 and 3 only
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The Indian Space programme has two major operational systems - the Indian National Satellite (INSAT) which is a geostationary satellite is used for telecommunication, television broadcasting, and meteorological services and the Indian Remote Sensing Satellite (IRS) for monitoring and management of natural resources (e.g. locating ground water resources, mineral exploration etc.) and Disaster Management Support.
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a
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no_topic_assigned
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Economics
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In which of the following activities are Indian Remote Sensing (IRS) satellites used? Assessment of crop productivity Locating groundwater resources Mineral exploration Telecommunications Traffic studies Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 4 and 5 only##Option_C: 1 and 2 only##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 only##Answer:a##Explaination:The Indian Space programme has two major operational systems - the Indian National Satellite (INSAT) which is a geostationary satellite is used for telecommunication, television broadcasting, and meteorological services and the Indian Remote Sensing Satellite (IRS) for monitoring and management of natural resources (e.g. locating ground water resources, mineral exploration etc.) and Disaster Management Support.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Economics##Answer:a
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Consider the following States: Arunachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh Mizoram In which of the above States do "Tropical Wet Evergreen Forests" occur?
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1 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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In India, evergreen forests are found on the eastern and western slopes of the Western Ghats in such states as Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Maharashtra. And also found in Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Tripura, West Bengal and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
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c
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Climate, Vegetation and Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following States: Arunachal Pradesh Himachal Pradesh Mizoram In which of the above States do "Tropical Wet Evergreen Forests" occur?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:In India, evergreen forests are found on the eastern and western slopes of the Western Ghats in such states as Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Maharashtra. And also found in Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Tripura, West Bengal and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.##Topic:Climate, Vegetation and Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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The term "IndARC", sometimes in the news, is the name of:
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an indigenously developed radar system inducted into Indian Defence
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India"s satellite to provide services to the countries of Indian Ocean Rim
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a scientific establishment set up by India in Antarctic region
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an indigenously developed radar system inducted into Indian Defence
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The deployment of IndARC, the country’s first underwater moored observatory in the Kongsfjorden fjord, half way between Norway and the North Pole, represents a major milestone in India’s scientific endeavours in the Arctic region. The observatory is anchored at a depth of 192 m and has an array of 10 state-of-the-art oceanographic sensors strategically positioned at various depths in the water.
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d
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The term "IndARC", sometimes in the news, is the name of:##Option_A: an indigenously developed radar system inducted into Indian Defence###Option_B: India"s satellite to provide services to the countries of Indian Ocean Rim##Option_C: a scientific establishment set up by India in Antarctic region##Option_D: an indigenously developed radar system inducted into Indian Defence##Answer:d##Explaination:The deployment of IndARC, the country’s first underwater moored observatory in the Kongsfjorden fjord, half way between Norway and the North Pole, represents a major milestone in India’s scientific endeavours in the Arctic region. The observatory is anchored at a depth of 192 m and has an array of 10 state-of-the-art oceanographic sensors strategically positioned at various depths in the water.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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With reference to "Forest Carbon Partnership Facility", which of the following statements is/are correct? It is a global partnership of governments, businesses, civil society and indigenous peoples. It provides financial aid to universities, individual scientists and institutions involved in scientific forestry research to develop eco-friendly and climate adaptation technologies for sustainable forest management. It assists the countries in their "REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation +)" efforts by providing them with financial and technical assistance. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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The Forest Carbon Partnership Facility is a global partnership of governments, businesses, civil society, and Indigenous Peoples focused on reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation, forest carbon stock conservation, the sustainable management of forests, and the enhancement of forest carbon stocks in developing countries. The four strategic objectives of the FCPF: To assist countries in their REDD+ efforts by providing them with financial and technical assistance in building their capacity to benefit from possible future systems of positive incentives for REDD+. To pilot a performance-based payment system for REDD+ activities, with a view to ensuring equitable benefit sharing and promoting future large-scale positive incentives for REDD+. Within the approach to REDD+, to test ways to sustain or enhance livelihoods of local communities and to conserve biodiversity. To disseminate broadly the knowledge gained in the development of the Facility and the implementation of Readiness Preparation Proposals (RPPs) and Emission Reductions Programs (ERPs). FCPF grants fund to developing countries but not to to universities, individual scientists and institutions.
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c
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to "Forest Carbon Partnership Facility", which of the following statements is/are correct? It is a global partnership of governments, businesses, civil society and indigenous peoples. It provides financial aid to universities, individual scientists and institutions involved in scientific forestry research to develop eco-friendly and climate adaptation technologies for sustainable forest management. It assists the countries in their "REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation +)" efforts by providing them with financial and technical assistance. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:The Forest Carbon Partnership Facility is a global partnership of governments, businesses, civil society, and Indigenous Peoples focused on reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation, forest carbon stock conservation, the sustainable management of forests, and the enhancement of forest carbon stocks in developing countries. The four strategic objectives of the FCPF: To assist countries in their REDD+ efforts by providing them with financial and technical assistance in building their capacity to benefit from possible future systems of positive incentives for REDD+. To pilot a performance-based payment system for REDD+ activities, with a view to ensuring equitable benefit sharing and promoting future large-scale positive incentives for REDD+. Within the approach to REDD+, to test ways to sustain or enhance livelihoods of local communities and to conserve biodiversity. To disseminate broadly the knowledge gained in the development of the Facility and the implementation of Readiness Preparation Proposals (RPPs) and Emission Reductions Programs (ERPs). FCPF grants fund to developing countries but not to to universities, individual scientists and institutions.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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Which one of the following was given classical language status recently?
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Odia
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Konkani
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Bhojpuri
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Odia
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Odia is billed as the first language from the Indo-Aryan linguistic group and the case for making it a classical language was also premised on the fact that it has no resemblance to Hindi, Sanskrit, Bengali and Telugu.
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a
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following was given classical language status recently?##Option_A: Odia###Option_B: Konkani##Option_C: Bhojpuri##Option_D: Odia##Answer:a##Explaination:Odia is billed as the first language from the Indo-Aryan linguistic group and the case for making it a classical language was also premised on the fact that it has no resemblance to Hindi, Sanskrit, Bengali and Telugu.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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Which one of the following countries of South-West Asia does not open out to the Mediterranean Sea?
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Syria
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Jordan
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Lebanon
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Syria
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b
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Map based questions from World
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following countries of South-West Asia does not open out to the Mediterranean Sea?##Option_A: Syria###Option_B: Jordan##Option_C: Lebanon##Option_D: Syria##Answer:b##Explaination:##Topic:Map based questions from World##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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In India, in which one of the following types of forests is teak a dominant tree species?
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Tropical moist deciduous forest
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Tropical rain forest
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Tropical thorn scrub forest
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Tropical moist deciduous forest
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The Moist deciduous forests are more pronounced in the regions which record rainfall between 100-200 cm. These forests are found in the northeastern states along the foothills of Himalayas, eastern slopes of the Western Ghats and Odisha. Teak, sal, shisham, hurra, mahua, amla, semul, kusum, and sandalwood etc. are the main species of these forests.
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a
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Climate, Vegetation and Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In India, in which one of the following types of forests is teak a dominant tree species?##Option_A: Tropical moist deciduous forest###Option_B: Tropical rain forest##Option_C: Tropical thorn scrub forest##Option_D: Tropical moist deciduous forest##Answer:a##Explaination:The Moist deciduous forests are more pronounced in the regions which record rainfall between 100-200 cm. These forests are found in the northeastern states along the foothills of Himalayas, eastern slopes of the Western Ghats and Odisha. Teak, sal, shisham, hurra, mahua, amla, semul, kusum, and sandalwood etc. are the main species of these forests.##Topic:Climate, Vegetation and Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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"Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action", often seen in the news, is
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a strategy to tackle the regional terrorism, an outcome of a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization
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a plan of action for sustainable economic growth in the Asia-Pacific Region, an outcome of the deliberations of the Asia-Pacific Economic Forum
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an agenda for women"s empowerment, an outcome of a World Conference convened by the United Nations
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a strategy to tackle the regional terrorism, an outcome of a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization
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The Fourth World Conference on Women held in Beijing in 1995. The legacy of the Beijing Conference was to be that it sparked a renewed global commitment to the empowerment of women everywhere and drew unprecedented international attention. The Conference unanimously adopted the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, that was in essence an agenda for women's empowerment and stands as a milestone for the advancement of women in the twenty-first century.
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c
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:"Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action", often seen in the news, is##Option_A: a strategy to tackle the regional terrorism, an outcome of a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization###Option_B: a plan of action for sustainable economic growth in the Asia-Pacific Region, an outcome of the deliberations of the Asia-Pacific Economic Forum##Option_C: an agenda for women"s empowerment, an outcome of a World Conference convened by the United Nations##Option_D: a strategy to tackle the regional terrorism, an outcome of a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization##Answer:c##Explaination:The Fourth World Conference on Women held in Beijing in 1995. The legacy of the Beijing Conference was to be that it sparked a renewed global commitment to the empowerment of women everywhere and drew unprecedented international attention. The Conference unanimously adopted the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, that was in essence an agenda for women's empowerment and stands as a milestone for the advancement of women in the twenty-first century.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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"Each day is more or less the same, the morning is clear and bright with a sea breeze; as the Sun climbs high in the sky, heat mounts up, dark clouds form, then rain comes with thunder and lightning. But rain is soon over." Which of the following regions is described in the above passage?
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Savannah
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Equatorial
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Monsoon
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Savannah
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Wet equatorial climate, is characterized by consistently high temperatures (around 30 °C [86 °F]), with plentiful precipitation (150–1,000 cm [59–394 inches]) on most afternoons., heavy cloud cover, and high humidity, with very little annual temperature variation. Wet equatorial regions lie within about 12° latitude of the Equator.
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b
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Climate, Vegetation and Soils
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:"Each day is more or less the same, the morning is clear and bright with a sea breeze; as the Sun climbs high in the sky, heat mounts up, dark clouds form, then rain comes with thunder and lightning. But rain is soon over." Which of the following regions is described in the above passage?##Option_A: Savannah###Option_B: Equatorial##Option_C: Monsoon##Option_D: Savannah##Answer:b##Explaination:Wet equatorial climate, is characterized by consistently high temperatures (around 30 °C [86 °F]), with plentiful precipitation (150–1,000 cm [59–394 inches]) on most afternoons., heavy cloud cover, and high humidity, with very little annual temperature variation. Wet equatorial regions lie within about 12° latitude of the Equator.##Topic:Climate, Vegetation and Soils##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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With reference to Indian economy, consider the following statements: The rate of growth of Real Gross Domestic Product has steadily increased in the last decade. The Gross Domestic Product at market prices (in rupees) has steadily increased in the last decade. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Rate of growth of Real Gross Domestic Product has fluctuated a lot during the last decade and decreased significantly in 2008-09 due to global financial crisis. Gross Domestic Product at market prices (in rupees) has increased and did not show a declining treand even once during the last decade as clearly seen from the planning commission data
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b
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GDP, GNP, Market Price and Factor Cost, NNP, NDP, transfer payments, National income at FC, Personal Income, disposable income, factors affecting national income, net foreign facto income
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Indian economy, consider the following statements: The rate of growth of Real Gross Domestic Product has steadily increased in the last decade. The Gross Domestic Product at market prices (in rupees) has steadily increased in the last decade. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:b##Explaination:Rate of growth of Real Gross Domestic Product has fluctuated a lot during the last decade and decreased significantly in 2008-09 due to global financial crisis. Gross Domestic Product at market prices (in rupees) has increased and did not show a declining treand even once during the last decade as clearly seen from the planning commission data##Topic:GDP, GNP, Market Price and Factor Cost, NNP, NDP, transfer payments, National income at FC, Personal Income, disposable income, factors affecting national income, net foreign facto income##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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In which article of Indian constitution does the term cabinet is mentioned?
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Article 13
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Article 54
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Article 352
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Article 13
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nan
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c
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Central Council of Minister
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In which article of Indian constitution does the term cabinet is mentioned?##Option_A:Article 13###Option_B:Article 54##Option_C:Article 352##Option_D:Article 13##Answer:c##Explaination:nan##Topic:Central Council of Minister ##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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With reference to digital payments, consider the following statements: 1. Unified Payments Interface (UPI) facilitates interbank, high volume, electronic transactions which are repetitive and periodic in nature. 2. National Automated Clearing House (NACH) is a system that powers multiple bank accounts into a single mobile application for seamless fund routing. 3. UPI has a single click-two factor authentication system. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 and 2 only`
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1 and 3 only
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3 only
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1 and 2 only`
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Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is a system that powers multiple bank accounts into a single mobile application , merging several banking features, seamless fund routing & merchant payments into one hood. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has implemented “ National Automated Clearing House (NACH)” for Banks, Financial Institutions, Corporates, and Government a web-based solution to facilitate interbank, high volume, electronic transactions which are repetitive and periodic in nature. Hence, statement 2 is not correct. NACH System can be used for making bulk transactions towards the distribution of subsidies, dividends, interest, salary, pension, etc., and also for bulk transactions towards the collection of payments pertaining to telephone, electricity, water, loans, investments in mutual funds, insurance premium, etc. UPI has a single click-two factor authentication system which means that with one click the transaction is authenticated at two levels. The user will need a mobile phone with a mobile pin called MPIN and a virtual ID offered by the provider. With a click, the transaction is checked if the mobile pin matches with the virtual address only then does the transaction goes through. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
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c
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Financial Intermediation & Markets ,
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to digital payments, consider the following statements: 1. Unified Payments Interface (UPI) facilitates interbank, high volume, electronic transactions which are repetitive and periodic in nature. 2. National Automated Clearing House (NACH) is a system that powers multiple bank accounts into a single mobile application for seamless fund routing. 3. UPI has a single click-two factor authentication system. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 and 2 only`###Option_B:1 and 3 only##Option_C:3 only##Option_D:1 and 2 only`##Answer:c##Explaination:Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is a system that powers multiple bank accounts into a single mobile application , merging several banking features, seamless fund routing & merchant payments into one hood. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has implemented “ National Automated Clearing House (NACH)” for Banks, Financial Institutions, Corporates, and Government a web-based solution to facilitate interbank, high volume, electronic transactions which are repetitive and periodic in nature. Hence, statement 2 is not correct. NACH System can be used for making bulk transactions towards the distribution of subsidies, dividends, interest, salary, pension, etc., and also for bulk transactions towards the collection of payments pertaining to telephone, electricity, water, loans, investments in mutual funds, insurance premium, etc. UPI has a single click-two factor authentication system which means that with one click the transaction is authenticated at two levels. The user will need a mobile phone with a mobile pin called MPIN and a virtual ID offered by the provider. With a click, the transaction is checked if the mobile pin matches with the virtual address only then does the transaction goes through. Hence, statement 3 is correct.##Topic:Financial Intermediation & Markets ,##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements: The Legislative Council of a State in India can be larger in size than half of the Legislative Assembly of that particular State. The Governor of a State nominates the Chairman of Legislative Council of that particular State. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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The Legislative Council is the upper house in those states of India that have a bicameral legislature; the lower house being the State Legislative Assembly. Its establishment is defined in Article 169 of the Constitution of India. A Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) is elected by local bodies, state legislative assembly, governor, graduates and teachers, for a term of 6 years. One third of the members are retired in every two years. Among the members one sixth are nominated by the governor from persons having knowledge or practical experience in fields such as literature, science, arts, the co-operative movement and social service. The Governor of a State doesnot nominate the Chairman of Legislative Council of that particular State. The Legislative Council of a State in India can be larger in size than half of the Legislative Assembly of that particular State. Hence both the states are not correct.
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d
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Working of Vidhan Parishad
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The Legislative Council of a State in India can be larger in size than half of the Legislative Assembly of that particular State. The Governor of a State nominates the Chairman of Legislative Council of that particular State. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:The Legislative Council is the upper house in those states of India that have a bicameral legislature; the lower house being the State Legislative Assembly. Its establishment is defined in Article 169 of the Constitution of India. A Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) is elected by local bodies, state legislative assembly, governor, graduates and teachers, for a term of 6 years. One third of the members are retired in every two years. Among the members one sixth are nominated by the governor from persons having knowledge or practical experience in fields such as literature, science, arts, the co-operative movement and social service. The Governor of a State doesnot nominate the Chairman of Legislative Council of that particular State. The Legislative Council of a State in India can be larger in size than half of the Legislative Assembly of that particular State. Hence both the states are not correct.##Topic:Working of Vidhan Parishad##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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'To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India' is a provision enshrined in the
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Preamble of the Constitution
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Directive Principles of State Policy
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Fundamental Rights
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Preamble of the Constitution
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Article 51A (c) of Fundamental Duty - To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India'.
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d
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Fundamental Duties
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:'To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India' is a provision enshrined in the##Option_A:Preamble of the Constitution###Option_B:Directive Principles of State Policy##Option_C:Fundamental Rights##Option_D:Preamble of the Constitution##Answer:d##Explaination:Article 51A (c) of Fundamental Duty - To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India'.##Topic:Fundamental Duties##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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Consider the following statement with respect to origin of liffe on Earth
1. Cyanobacteria forms the basis of evolution of Plants
2. Mitochondria forms the basis of evolution of animals.
3. Prokaryotes are multicellular organisms
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
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1 and 2 only
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2 and 3 only
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1, 2 and 3
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1 and 2 only
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nan
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d
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No_topic
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Agriculture
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statement with respect to origin of liffe on Earth
1. Cyanobacteria forms the basis of evolution of Plants
2. Mitochondria forms the basis of evolution of animals.
3. Prokaryotes are multicellular organisms
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? ##Option_A:1 and 2 only###Option_B:2 and 3 only##Option_C:1, 2 and 3##Option_D:1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination:nan##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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The fundamental object of Panchayati Raj system is to ensure which among the following? People"s participation in development Political accountability Democratic decentralization Financial mobilization Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1, 2 and 3 only
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2 and 4 only
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1 and 3 only
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1, 2 and 3 only
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To attain decentralised & participatory local self-government is the fundamental objective of Panchayatiraj. Although all can the statements can be associated with Panchayati Raj but the most appropriate answer should be 1 and 3
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c
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Panchayati Raj
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The fundamental object of Panchayati Raj system is to ensure which among the following? People"s participation in development Political accountability Democratic decentralization Financial mobilization Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 4 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 only##Answer:c##Explaination:To attain decentralised & participatory local self-government is the fundamental objective of Panchayatiraj. Although all can the statements can be associated with Panchayati Raj but the most appropriate answer should be 1 and 3##Topic:Panchayati Raj##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:c
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With reference to Indian economy, consider the following: Bank rate Open market operations Public debt Public Revenue Which of the above is/are component/components of Monetary Policy?
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1 only
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2, 3 and 4
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1 and 2
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1 only
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Over the last two decades, central banks have veered round to conducting monetary policy through a single short-term interest rate as a policy rate that it controls through open market operations (OMOs). These OMOs are conducted under an operating framework that typically includes liquidity infusion/absorption through repurchase agreements (repos) or outright transactions in eligible securities between the central bank and the market participants. Public Revenue and debt are not part of monetary policy. These are related to fiscal policy.
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c
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Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.)
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Indian economy, consider the following: Bank rate Open market operations Public debt Public Revenue Which of the above is/are component/components of Monetary Policy?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4##Option_C: 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Over the last two decades, central banks have veered round to conducting monetary policy through a single short-term interest rate as a policy rate that it controls through open market operations (OMOs). These OMOs are conducted under an operating framework that typically includes liquidity infusion/absorption through repurchase agreements (repos) or outright transactions in eligible securities between the central bank and the market participants. Public Revenue and debt are not part of monetary policy. These are related to fiscal policy.##Topic:Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.)##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:c
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With reference to inflation in India, which of the following statements is correct?
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Controlling the inflation in India is the responsibility of the Government of India only.
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The Reserve Bank of India has no role in controlling the inflation.
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Decreased money circulation helps in controlling the inflation.
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Controlling the inflation in India is the responsibility of the Government of India only.
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RBI and government both play a role in controlling the inflation, often termed as "inflation targeting" by the RBI. Hence, a and b are incorrect. Increased money circulation leads to increased inflation as demand increases. RBI increases bank rates and SLR etc. to reduce money supply in the market which tames demand and hence, inflation.
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c
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Inflation: Definition, Inflationary Gap and Inflationary Process, Inflation Cycles: Demand Pull Inflation, Cost Push Inflation, Causes of Inflation, Inflation Control measures
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to inflation in India, which of the following statements is correct?##Option_A: Controlling the inflation in India is the responsibility of the Government of India only.###Option_B: The Reserve Bank of India has no role in controlling the inflation.##Option_C: Decreased money circulation helps in controlling the inflation.##Option_D: Controlling the inflation in India is the responsibility of the Government of India only.##Answer:c##Explaination:RBI and government both play a role in controlling the inflation, often termed as "inflation targeting" by the RBI. Hence, a and b are incorrect. Increased money circulation leads to increased inflation as demand increases. RBI increases bank rates and SLR etc. to reduce money supply in the market which tames demand and hence, inflation.##Topic:Inflation: Definition, Inflationary Gap and Inflationary Process, Inflation Cycles: Demand Pull Inflation, Cost Push Inflation, Causes of Inflation, Inflation Control measures##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:c
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Consider the following countries: China France India Israel Pakistan Which among the above are Nuclear Weapons States as recognized by the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, commonly known as Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)?
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1 and 2 only
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1, 3, 4 and 5 only
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2, 4 and 5 only
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1 and 2 only
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At present, 189 states plus Taiwan are parties to the NPT. These include all five declared Nuclear Weapons States (NWS) which had manufactured and exploded a nuclear weapon before 1967: China, France, the Russian Federation, the UK and the USA. The main countries remaining outside the NPT are Israel, India and Pakistan, though North Korea has moved to join them. At present, 189 states plus Taiwan are parties to the NPT. These include all five declared Nuclear Weapons States (NWS) which had manufactured and exploded a nuclear weapon before 1967: China, France, the Russian Federation, the UK and the USA. The main countries remaining outside the NPT are Israel, India and Pakistan, though North Korea has moved to join them.
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a
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following countries: China France India Israel Pakistan Which among the above are Nuclear Weapons States as recognized by the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, commonly known as Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1, 3, 4 and 5 only##Option_C: 2, 4 and 5 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:a##Explaination:At present, 189 states plus Taiwan are parties to the NPT. These include all five declared Nuclear Weapons States (NWS) which had manufactured and exploded a nuclear weapon before 1967: China, France, the Russian Federation, the UK and the USA. The main countries remaining outside the NPT are Israel, India and Pakistan, though North Korea has moved to join them. At present, 189 states plus Taiwan are parties to the NPT. These include all five declared Nuclear Weapons States (NWS) which had manufactured and exploded a nuclear weapon before 1967: China, France, the Russian Federation, the UK and the USA. The main countries remaining outside the NPT are Israel, India and Pakistan, though North Korea has moved to join them.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:a
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The ideal of "Welfare State" in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its
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Preamble
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Directive Principles of State Policy
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Fundamental Rights
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Preamble
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The Directive Principles constitute a very comprehensive social, economic and political programme for a modern and welfare state. These principles emphasises that the State shall try to promote welfare of people by providing them basic facilities like shelter, food and clothing. DPSP sets political, social and economic goals for the government.
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b
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Directive Principles
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The ideal of "Welfare State" in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its##Option_A: Preamble###Option_B: Directive Principles of State Policy##Option_C: Fundamental Rights##Option_D: Preamble##Answer:b##Explaination:The Directive Principles constitute a very comprehensive social, economic and political programme for a modern and welfare state. These principles emphasises that the State shall try to promote welfare of people by providing them basic facilities like shelter, food and clothing. DPSP sets political, social and economic goals for the government. ##Topic:Directive Principles##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:b
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The substitution of steel for wooden ploughs in agricultural production is an example of
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labour-augmenting technological progress
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capital-augmenting technological progress
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capital-reducing technological progress
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labour-augmenting technological progress
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Labor augmenting is technology that increases skills and productivity of existing labor force (example - teaching people how to use the computer). Capital augmenting technology increases productivity of existing capital goods. In this case, replacement of wooden by steel, increases the productivity of plough to use the computer). Capital augmenting technology increases productivity of existing capital goods. In this case, replacement of wLabor augmenting is technology that increases skills and productivity of existing labor force (example - teaching people how ooden by steel, increases the productivity of plough.
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b
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Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The substitution of steel for wooden ploughs in agricultural production is an example of##Option_A: labour-augmenting technological progress###Option_B: capital-augmenting technological progress##Option_C: capital-reducing technological progress##Option_D: labour-augmenting technological progress##Answer:b##Explaination:Labor augmenting is technology that increases skills and productivity of existing labor force (example - teaching people how to use the computer). Capital augmenting technology increases productivity of existing capital goods. In this case, replacement of wooden by steel, increases the productivity of plough to use the computer). Capital augmenting technology increases productivity of existing capital goods. In this case, replacement of wLabor augmenting is technology that increases skills and productivity of existing labor force (example - teaching people how ooden by steel, increases the productivity of plough.##Topic:Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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There is a Parliamentary System of Government in India because the
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Lok Sabha is elected directly by the people
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Parliament can amend the Constitution
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Rajya Sabha cannot be dissolved
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Lok Sabha is elected directly by the people
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Collective responsibility - this is the bedrock principle of parliamentary government. The ministers are collectively responsible to the Parliament in general and to the Lok Sabha in particular (Article 75).
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d
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Parliamentary & Presidential
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Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:There is a Parliamentary System of Government in India because the##Option_A: Lok Sabha is elected directly by the people###Option_B: Parliament can amend the Constitution##Option_C: Rajya Sabha cannot be dissolved##Option_D: Lok Sabha is elected directly by the people##Answer:d##Explaination:Collective responsibility - this is the bedrock principle of parliamentary government. The ministers are collectively responsible to the Parliament in general and to the Lok Sabha in particular (Article 75).##Topic:Parliamentary & Presidential##Subject:Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science##Answer:d
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H1N1 virus is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to which one of the following diseases?
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AIDS
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Bird flu
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Dengue
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AIDS
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H1N1 is cause of Swine flu.
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d
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:H1N1 virus is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to which one of the following diseases?##Option_A:AIDS###Option_B:Bird flu##Option_C:Dengue##Option_D:AIDS##Answer:d##Explaination:H1N1 is cause of Swine flu.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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With reference to bio-toilets used by the Indian Railways, consider the following statements: The decomposition of human waste in the bio-toilets is initiated by a fungal inoculum. Ammonia and water vapour are the only end products in this decomposition which are released into the atmosphere. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
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Statement 1 is incorrect as it is Anaerobic microbial inoculum. Statement 2 is incorrect as Bio Digester disposes human waste in 100% eco-friendly manner and generates color less, odorless water and inflammable Methane- Gas for cooking, water heating & room heating etc. as a by product.
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d
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no_topic_assigned
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Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to bio-toilets used by the Indian Railways, consider the following statements: The decomposition of human waste in the bio-toilets is initiated by a fungal inoculum. Ammonia and water vapour are the only end products in this decomposition which are released into the atmosphere. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Statement 1 is incorrect as it is Anaerobic microbial inoculum. Statement 2 is incorrect as Bio Digester disposes human waste in 100% eco-friendly manner and generates color less, odorless water and inflammable Methane- Gas for cooking, water heating & room heating etc. as a by product.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:d
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The problem of international liquidity is related to the non-availability of
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goods and services
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gold and silver
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dollars and other hard currencies
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goods and services
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Refers to the adequacy of a country's, or the world's, international reserves. Under the Bretton Woods System, liquidity was a problem, since it depended on US dollars and thus a US deficit.
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c
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Initiatives taken by Govt
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Commerce & Accountancy
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The problem of international liquidity is related to the non-availability of##Option_A: goods and services###Option_B: gold and silver##Option_C: dollars and other hard currencies##Option_D: goods and services##Answer:c##Explaination:Refers to the adequacy of a country's, or the world's, international reserves. Under the Bretton Woods System, liquidity was a problem, since it depended on US dollars and thus a US deficit.##Topic:Initiatives taken by Govt##Subject:Commerce & Accountancy##Answer:c
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With reference to "fuel cells" in which hydrogen-rich fuel and oxygen are used to generate electricity, consider the following statements: If pure hydrogen is used as a fuel, the fuel cell emits heat and water as by-products. Fuel cells can be used for powering buildings and not for small devices like laptop computers. Fuel cells produce electricity in the form of Alternating Current (AC). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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Fuel cells produce direct current and smaller versions are being patented regularly. Apple has obtained such patents too.
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a
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no_topic_assigned
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Economics
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to "fuel cells" in which hydrogen-rich fuel and oxygen are used to generate electricity, consider the following statements: If pure hydrogen is used as a fuel, the fuel cell emits heat and water as by-products. Fuel cells can be used for powering buildings and not for small devices like laptop computers. Fuel cells produce electricity in the form of Alternating Current (AC). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination:Fuel cells produce direct current and smaller versions are being patented regularly. Apple has obtained such patents too.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Economics##Answer:a
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Kalamkari painting refers to
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a hand-painted cotton textile in South India
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a handmade drawing on bamboo handicrafts in North-East India
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a block-painted woollen cloth in Western Himalayan region of Inndia
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a hand-painted cotton textile in South India
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Kalamkari painting is a painting done by Kalam (Pen) in Andhra Pradesh it is done on cotton garments, bad covers etc.
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a
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Paintings
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Geology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Kalamkari painting refers to##Option_A: a hand-painted cotton textile in South India###Option_B: a handmade drawing on bamboo handicrafts in North-East India##Option_C: a block-painted woollen cloth in Western Himalayan region of Inndia##Option_D: a hand-painted cotton textile in South India##Answer:a##Explaination:Kalamkari painting is a painting done by Kalam (Pen) in Andhra Pradesh it is done on cotton garments, bad covers etc.##Topic:Paintings##Subject:Geology##Answer:a
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Which one of the following best describes the main objective of "Seed Village Concept"?
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Encouraging the farmers to use their own farm seeds and discouraging them to buy the seeds from others
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Involving the farmers for training in quality seed production and thereby to make available quality seeds to others at appropriate time and affordable cost
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Earmarking some villages exclusively for the production of certified seeds
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Encouraging the farmers to use their own farm seeds and discouraging them to buy the seeds from others
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Foundation class of seed from authentic sources will be supplied to the identified farmers and they will be empowered to take up multiplication of seed under seed Village Programme. The seed so produced will meet the requirement of farmers of the mandal /district. This Programme ensures supply of quality certified seed of high yielding varieties to the farmers in time at their places at affordable prices besides ensuring quick multiplication of new seed varieties in a shorter time in that mandal/district based on the crop situation.
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b
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Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture
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Anthropology
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which one of the following best describes the main objective of "Seed Village Concept"?##Option_A: Encouraging the farmers to use their own farm seeds and discouraging them to buy the seeds from others###Option_B: Involving the farmers for training in quality seed production and thereby to make available quality seeds to others at appropriate time and affordable cost##Option_C: Earmarking some villages exclusively for the production of certified seeds##Option_D: Encouraging the farmers to use their own farm seeds and discouraging them to buy the seeds from others##Answer:b##Explaination:Foundation class of seed from authentic sources will be supplied to the identified farmers and they will be empowered to take up multiplication of seed under seed Village Programme. The seed so produced will meet the requirement of farmers of the mandal /district. This Programme ensures supply of quality certified seed of high yielding varieties to the farmers in time at their places at affordable prices besides ensuring quick multiplication of new seed varieties in a shorter time in that mandal/district based on the crop situation.##Topic:Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b
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There has been a persistent deficit budget year after year. Which of the following actions can be taken by the government to reduce the deficit? Reducing revenue expenditure Introducing new welfare schemes Rationalizing subsidies Expanding industries Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 and 3 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 only
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1 and 3 only
|
Budget deficit is used to define a status of financial health in which expenditures exceed revenue. Reducing the revenue expenditure will certainly help in bridging the gap. Subsidies are a part of expenditure and rationalizing them would reduce the deficit. Introducing new welfare schemes will most likely result in increasing expenditure and so will expanding industries which would require capital infusion. Budget deficit is used to define a status of financial health in which expenditures exceed revenue. Reducing the revenue expenditure will certainly help in bridging the gap. Subsidies are a part of expenditure and rationalizing them would reduce the deficit. Introducing new welfare schemes will most likely result in increasing expenditure and so will expanding industries which would require capital infusion.
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a
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Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object
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Anthropology
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:There has been a persistent deficit budget year after year. Which of the following actions can be taken by the government to reduce the deficit? Reducing revenue expenditure Introducing new welfare schemes Rationalizing subsidies Expanding industries Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 only##Option_D: 1 and 3 only##Answer:a##Explaination:Budget deficit is used to define a status of financial health in which expenditures exceed revenue. Reducing the revenue expenditure will certainly help in bridging the gap. Subsidies are a part of expenditure and rationalizing them would reduce the deficit. Introducing new welfare schemes will most likely result in increasing expenditure and so will expanding industries which would require capital infusion. Budget deficit is used to define a status of financial health in which expenditures exceed revenue. Reducing the revenue expenditure will certainly help in bridging the gap. Subsidies are a part of expenditure and rationalizing them would reduce the deficit. Introducing new welfare schemes will most likely result in increasing expenditure and so will expanding industries which would require capital infusion.##Topic:Fiscal Policy: Public Finance - Role and Importance, Public Expenditure - Revenue and Capital, Development and Non-Development, Public Revenue - Sources of Revenue, Taxes: Classification, Direct and Indirect, Social and Economic Objectives of Taxes, Object##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:a
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Which of the following has/have been accorded "Geographical Indication" status? Banaras Brocades and Sarees Rajasthani Daal-Bati-Churma Tirupathi Laddu Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 and 3 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 only
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Statements 1 and 3 are correct.
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c
|
no_topic_assigned
|
Chemistry
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This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following has/have been accorded "Geographical Indication" status? Banaras Brocades and Sarees Rajasthani Daal-Bati-Churma Tirupathi Laddu Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Statements 1 and 3 are correct.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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With reference to the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA), which of the following statements is/are correct? It is a Public Limited Government Company. It is a Non-Banking Financial Company. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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1 only
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2 only
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Both 1 and 2
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1 only
|
IREDA is a Public Limited Government Company established as a Non-Banking Financial Institution in 1987 under the administrative control of MNRE to promote, develop and extend financial assistance for renewable energy and energy efficiency /conservation projects. Both the statements are correct. IREDA is a Public Limited Government Company established as a Non-Banking Financial Institution in 1987 under the administrative control of MNRE to promote, develop and extend financial assistance for renewable energy and energy efficiency /conservation projects. Both the statements are correct.
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c
|
no_topic_assigned
|
Chemistry
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA), which of the following statements is/are correct? It is a Public Limited Government Company. It is a Non-Banking Financial Company. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:IREDA is a Public Limited Government Company established as a Non-Banking Financial Institution in 1987 under the administrative control of MNRE to promote, develop and extend financial assistance for renewable energy and energy efficiency /conservation projects. Both the statements are correct. IREDA is a Public Limited Government Company established as a Non-Banking Financial Institution in 1987 under the administrative control of MNRE to promote, develop and extend financial assistance for renewable energy and energy efficiency /conservation projects. Both the statements are correct.##Topic:no_topic_assigned##Subject:Chemistry##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements:
1. Natural Disasters are elements of circumstances in the Natural environment that have the potential to cause harm to people or property or both.
2. Natural Hazard is a major event of the natural environment that causes widespread disruption of life and property over which people have a little or no control.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
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1 only
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2 only
|
Both 1 and 2
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1 only
|
Statement 1 is incorrect. Natural Hazards are elements of circumstances in the natural environment that have the potential to cause harm to people or property or both.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Natural disasters events which are relatively sudden and cause large scale, widespread death, loss of property and disturbance to social systems and life over which people have a little or no control. Thus, any event can be classed as disaster when the magnitude of destruction and damage caused by it is very high.
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d
|
Natural Hazards and Disasters
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Agriculture
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
1. Natural Disasters are elements of circumstances in the Natural environment that have the potential to cause harm to people or property or both.
2. Natural Hazard is a major event of the natural environment that causes widespread disruption of life and property over which people have a little or no control.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
##Option_A: 1 only
###Option_B: 2 only
##Option_C: Both 1 and 2
##Option_D: 1 only
##Answer:d##Explaination:
Statement 1 is incorrect. Natural Hazards are elements of circumstances in the natural environment that have the potential to cause harm to people or property or both.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Natural disasters events which are relatively sudden and cause large scale, widespread death, loss of property and disturbance to social systems and life over which people have a little or no control. Thus, any event can be classed as disaster when the magnitude of destruction and damage caused by it is very high.
##Topic:Natural Hazards and Disasters##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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In the North Indian Ocean, there is a complete reversal of the direction of ocean currents between summer and winter. Which of the following factors is primarily responsible for this phenomenon?
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Temperature
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Winds
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Salinity
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Temperature
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In the North Indian Ocean, there is a complete reversal of the direction of currents between summer and winter. In summer from June to October, when the dominant wind is the South-West Monsoon, the currents are blown from a south-westerly direction as the South-West Monsoon Drift. This is reversed in winter, when the North-East Monsoon blows the ocean current from the north-east as the North-East Monsoon Drift. This demonstrates the dominating effect of winds on the circulation of ocean currents.
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b
|
No_topic
|
Agriculture
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the North Indian Ocean, there is a complete reversal of the direction of ocean currents between summer and winter. Which of the following factors is primarily responsible for this phenomenon? ##Option_A: Temperature ###Option_B: Winds ##Option_C: Salinity ##Option_D: Temperature ##Answer:b##Explaination:In the North Indian Ocean, there is a complete reversal of the direction of currents between summer and winter. In summer from June to October, when the dominant wind is the South-West Monsoon, the currents are blown from a south-westerly direction as the South-West Monsoon Drift. This is reversed in winter, when the North-East Monsoon blows the ocean current from the north-east as the North-East Monsoon Drift. This demonstrates the dominating effect of winds on the circulation of ocean currents.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:b
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Sargasso Sea is associated with which of the following oceans?
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Indian Ocean
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Antarctic Ocean
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Atlantic Ocean
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Indian Ocean
|
In the middle Atlantic Ocean, within the ring of ocean currents, there is an area which has no perceptible current. A large amount of floating sea-weed gathers and the area is called the Sargasso Sea.
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c
|
No_topic
|
Agriculture
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Sargasso Sea is associated with which of the following oceans? ##Option_A: Indian Ocean ###Option_B: Antarctic Ocean ##Option_C: Atlantic Ocean ##Option_D: Indian Ocean ##Answer:c##Explaination:In the middle Atlantic Ocean, within the ring of ocean currents, there is an area which has no perceptible current. A large amount of floating sea-weed gathers and the area is called the Sargasso Sea.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:c
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Consider the following statements: Terrestrial planets are much larger than the Jovian planets. Jovian planets have relatively high densities. Terrestrial planets have higher gravity than Jovian planets. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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1 and 3 only
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2 only
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1, 2 and 3
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1 and 3 only
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Out of the nine planets, mercury, venus, earth and mars are called Terrestrial, meaning earth-like as they are made up of rock and metals, and have relatively high densities. The rest five are called Jovianor Gas Giant planets. Jovian planets are much larger than the Terrestrial planets. So statement 1 is incorrect. Terrestrial planets have relatively high densities than Jovian planets. So statement 2 is also incorrect. Terrestrial planets have lower gravity than Jovian planets. So statement 3 is also incorrect.
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d
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No_topic
|
Agriculture
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: Terrestrial planets are much larger than the Jovian planets. Jovian planets have relatively high densities. Terrestrial planets have higher gravity than Jovian planets. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: 1, 2 and 3##Option_D: 1 and 3 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Out of the nine planets, mercury, venus, earth and mars are called Terrestrial, meaning earth-like as they are made up of rock and metals, and have relatively high densities. The rest five are called Jovianor Gas Giant planets. Jovian planets are much larger than the Terrestrial planets. So statement 1 is incorrect. Terrestrial planets have relatively high densities than Jovian planets. So statement 2 is also incorrect. Terrestrial planets have lower gravity than Jovian planets. So statement 3 is also incorrect.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:d
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Which of the following statements correctly describes Planetesimals?
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It refers to the smaller bodies which exists at an early stage of the planet formation.
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It is the study of planets' internal structure.
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It is localised lumps of gas within a nebula.
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It refers to the smaller bodies which exists at an early stage of the planet formation.
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Planetesimals are a large number of smaller bodies formed from dust, rock, and other materials existed at an early stage of the Planet formation. In the final stage, these large number of small planetesimals accrete to form a fewer large bodies in the form of planets.
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a
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No_topic
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Agriculture
|
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements correctly describes Planetesimals?##Option_A:It refers to the smaller bodies which exists at an early stage of the planet formation.###Option_B:It is the study of planets' internal structure.##Option_C:It is localised lumps of gas within a nebula.##Option_D:It refers to the smaller bodies which exists at an early stage of the planet formation.##Answer:a##Explaination:Planetesimals are a large number of smaller bodies formed from dust, rock, and other materials existed at an early stage of the Planet formation. In the final stage, these large number of small planetesimals accrete to form a fewer large bodies in the form of planets.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Agriculture##Answer:a
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