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Consider the following statements with respect to velocity of money: 1. Velocity of money is measured by dividing GDP by the total money supply. 2. A high velocity of money indicates a low degree of inflation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | The velocity of money is the frequency at which one unit of currency is used to purchase domestically- produced goods and services within a given time period. It is the amount of money circulated in the economy during a given period of time. Velocity of circulation is measured by dividing GDP by the country's total m... | a | Money: Definition, Functions and significance, Evolution of Money, Money supply in India and factors affecting it | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with respect to velocity of money: 1. Velocity of money is measured by dividing GDP by the total money supply. 2. A high velocity of money indicates a low degree of inflation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 o... |
Panama shares border with which of the following countries? Costa Rica Colombia Nicaragua Mexico Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Panama is located in Central America between Costa Rica to the north and Colombia to the south. It is at the southern end of the Central American isthmus (a narrow piece of land that connects two larger land areas) and forms the land bridge between North and South America. The Republic of Panama also shares its borders... | a | Map based questions from World | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Panama shares border with which of the following countries? Costa Rica Colombia Nicaragua Mexico Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:a##Explaination:Pan... |
With reference to market reforms of Allauddin Khalji, consider the following statements: Through his market reforms Allauddin sought to fix cost of the commodities. Under the market reforms three separate markets for foodgrains, cloth and horses were established. Which of statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | For contemporaries, Alauddin's measure to control the markets was one of the greats wonders of the world. Alauddin sought to fix the cost of all commodities from foodgrains, sugar and cooking oil to a needle, and from costly imported cloth to imported cloth to horses, cattle, and slave boys and girls. For this purpose,... | c | Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to market reforms of Allauddin Khalji, consider the following statements: Through his market reforms Allauddin sought to fix cost of the commodities. Under the market reforms three separate markets for foodgrains, cloth and horses were established. Which of st... |
In India, setting up of Easterly Jet Stream along 15 o N is held responsible for the: | Burst of the monsoon | Break in the monsoon | Retreating monsoon | Burst of the monsoon | During the summers, the northward shift in the position of the ITCZ is also related to the phenomenon of the withdrawal of the westerly jet stream from its position over the north Indian plain, south of the Himalayas. The easterly jet stream sets in along 15°N latitude only after the western jet stream has withdrawn it... | a | Indian Monsoon: mechanism, onset and variability; spatial and temporal variations | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In India, setting up of Easterly Jet Stream along 15 o N is held responsible for the:##Option_A: Burst of the monsoon###Option_B: Break in the monsoon##Option_C: Retreating monsoon##Option_D: Burst of the monsoon##Answer:a##Explaination:During the summers, the northward shif... |
With reference to the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), consider the following statements: The committee will set the interest rate of central bank and inflation targets. It will be provided with a statutory position under the RBI Act. The RBI governor will have the casting vote in case of a tie. Which of the statements... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | The government will amend the RBI Act for setting up of a Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) which will fix the benchmark interest rate of the central bank and set inflation targets. The RBI Act 1934, is being amended to provide statutory basis for a Monetary Policy Framework and a Monetary Policy Committee through the Fi... | d | Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.) | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), consider the following statements: The committee will set the interest rate of central bank and inflation targets. It will be provided with a statutory position under the RBI Act. The RBI governor will have the casting v... |
With reference to developments in Gupta period, consider the following statements: The period was marked by a decline in long distance trade. The position of shudras improved during this period. Guilds were provided considerable share in urban administration. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Compared to earlier periods there was a decline in long-distance trade. Till A.D. 550 India carried on some trade with the Eastern Roman empire, to which it exported silk. Around A.D. 550 the people of Eastern Roman empire learnt from the Chinese the art of growing silk, which adversely affected the export trade of Ind... | d | Guptas Age & Post Guptas Age | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to developments in Gupta period, consider the following statements: The period was marked by a decline in long distance trade. The position of shudras improved during this period. Guilds were provided considerable share in urban administration. Which of the st... |
Arrange the following monetary tools used by RBI in the decreasing order of their value. Repo rate Reverse repo rate Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rate Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1-2-3 | 1-3-2 | 3-1-2 | 1-2-3 | Marginal standing facility is a window for banks to borrow from Reserve Bank of India in emergency situation when inter-bank liquidity dries up completely. Banks borrow from the central bank by pledging government securities at a rate higher than the repo rate under liquidity adjustment facility or LAF in short. MSF ge... | c | Central Bank: Importance, functions, Structure, Policy tools, Monetary Policy (CRR, SLR, OMO, Repo and Rev Repo, MSF etc.) | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Arrange the following monetary tools used by RBI in the decreasing order of their value. Repo rate Reverse repo rate Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rate Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1-2-3###Option_B: 1-3-2##Option_C: 3-1-2##Option_D: 1-2... |
What are "Tors", a prominent physical feature of peninsular India? | It is a longitudinal valley between peninsular highlands. | It is an intrusive igneous rock. | It is a floodplain at the foothills of peninsular highlands. | It is a longitudinal valley between peninsular highlands. | A tor, which is also known by geomorphologists as either a castle koppie or kopje, is a large, free-standing rock outcrop that rises abruptly from the surrounding smooth and gentle slopes of a rounded hill summit or ridge crest. | d | The Lithosphere Interior structure of the earth, Earth’s crust, Classification of rocks. | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:What are "Tors", a prominent physical feature of peninsular India?##Option_A: It is a longitudinal valley between peninsular highlands.###Option_B: It is an intrusive igneous rock.##Option_C: It is a floodplain at the foothills of peninsular highlands.##Option_D: It is a lon... |
Wardha scheme of Basic Education was based on the ideals of: | Abul Kalam Azad | B. R. Ambedkar | C. Rajagopalachari | Abul Kalam Azad | The Congress had organised a National Conference on Education in 1937 in Wardha. In the light of the resolutions passed there, Zakir Hussain Committee formulated a detailed national scheme for basic education. The main principle behind this scheme was 'learning through activity'. It was based on Gandhiji's ideas publis... | d | Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Sessions, Governor –General Viceroys | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Wardha scheme of Basic Education was based on the ideals of:##Option_A: Abul Kalam Azad###Option_B: B. R. Ambedkar##Option_C: C. Rajagopalachari##Option_D: Abul Kalam Azad##Answer:d##Explaination:The Congress had organised a National Conference on Education in 1937 in Wardha... |
With reference to the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, consider the following statements: He is a member of the Upper House. He can cast a vote in case of an equality of votes. During a resolution for his removal, he cannot vote in the first instance. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Unlike the Speaker (who is a member of the House), the Chairman is not a member of the House. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect. But, like the Speaker, the Chairman also cannot vote in the first instance. He too can cast a vote in case of an equality of votes. Hence, statement 2 is correct. The Vice President cannot pres... | c | Presiding officers | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, consider the following statements: He is a member of the Upper House. He can cast a vote in case of an equality of votes. During a resolution for his removal, he cannot vote in the first instance. Which of the statements given a... |
With reference to Tebhaga Movement, consider the following statements: It was a struggle of sharecroppers in Bengal for two thirds share of their produce instead of one-half. It had the support of the Kisan Sabha and the Communist Party of India (CPI). It was a non-violent campaign. Which of the statements given above ... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Statement 1 is correct: The Tebhaga movement is one of the great movements, which arose in India in the mid- forties immediately after World War II (1946-7). Tebhaga' means two-third, and this was the demand of the sharecroppers or bargadars from the jotedars when the crops in different seasons were harvested. Statemen... | b | Peasants Movement | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Tebhaga Movement, consider the following statements: It was a struggle of sharecroppers in Bengal for two thirds share of their produce instead of one-half. It had the support of the Kisan Sabha and the Communist Party of India (CPI). It was a non-violent c... |
With reference to "blue air", a material developed by ISRO, consider the following statements: It is world’s lightest synthetic material. It can be painted on windows to keep buildings cool. It can be used to insulate rocket engines. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Scientists from Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) have indigenously developed world’s lightest synthetic material called 'silica aerogel' or 'blue air'. Silica Aerogel is the lightest synthetic material ever made by man. Dubbed frozen smoke, solid smoke or blue smoke owing to their translucent nature, aerogels ... | d | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to "blue air", a material developed by ISRO, consider the following statements: It is world’s lightest synthetic material. It can be painted on windows to keep buildings cool. It can be used to insulate rocket engines. Which of the statements given above is/ar... |
With reference to the Theosophical Society, consider the following statements: It was started by Annie Besant. Its headquarter in India was at Adyar. It rejected the Hindu belief of reincarnation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 and 3 only | 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | The Theosophical Society was founded by Madame Blavatsky and Olcott. In India it was headquartered at Adyar (Madras). The society accepts the Hindu beliefs in reincarnation, karma and draws inspiration from the philosophy of the Upanishads and Sankhyas, Vedanta and Yoga school of thought. In India the movement became p... | b | Socio Religious Reform Movements in the 19th century India | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Theosophical Society, consider the following statements: It was started by Annie Besant. Its headquarter in India was at Adyar. It rejected the Hindu belief of reincarnation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###... |
In the context of modern scientific research, which of the following is the fundamental objective of "Virgo", an interferometer located in Pisa, Italy, recently seen in the news? | to detect gravitational waves | to detect dark matter | to study the impact of climate change | to detect gravitational waves | The Virgo interferometer, located near Pisa in Italy, is a large interferometer designed to detect gravitational waves predicted by the general theory of relativity. Virgo is a Michelson interferometer that is isolated from external disturbances: its mirrors and instrumentation are suspended and its laser beam operates... | a | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In the context of modern scientific research, which of the following is the fundamental objective of "Virgo", an interferometer located in Pisa, Italy, recently seen in the news?##Option_A: to detect gravitational waves###Option_B: to detect dark matter##Option_C: to study t... |
Which among the following organizations releases Global Financial Stability Report? | World Bank | United Nations Development Programme | International Monetary Fund | World Bank | Global Financial Stability Report is published by International Monetary Fund. The report released, warns that global output could decline 3.9 per cent by 2021 if action is not taken to address the risks faced by the financial system. The main message of this report is that additional measures are needed to deliver a m... | c | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following organizations releases Global Financial Stability Report?##Option_A: World Bank###Option_B: United Nations Development Programme##Option_C: International Monetary Fund##Option_D: World Bank##Answer:c##Explaination:Global Financial Stability Report i... |
"Aus", "Aman" and "Boro" are: | Paddy growing seasons in a year in Eastern India. | Names of local winds in Himalayan region. | Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups found in Central India. | Paddy growing seasons in a year in Eastern India. | In states like Assam, West Bengal and Odisha, three crops of paddy are grown in a year. These are Aus, Aman and Boro. | a | Major Crops grown in India, Agro-Climatic Regions, Types of Cultivation and Farming | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:"Aus", "Aman" and "Boro" are:##Option_A: Paddy growing seasons in a year in Eastern India.###Option_B: Names of local winds in Himalayan region.##Option_C: Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups found in Central India.##Option_D: Paddy growing seasons in a year in Eastern Ind... |
A "Liquidity trap" situation in an economy, is characterised by: | expansionary monetary policy | high interest rates and high savings | low interest rates and high savings | expansionary monetary policy | Liquidity trap is a situation when expansionary monetary policy (increase in money supply) does not increase the interest rate, income and hence does not stimulate economic growth. In other words, Liquidity trap is the extreme effect of monetary policy. It is a situation in which the general public is prepared to hold ... | d | Money: Definition, Functions and significance, Evolution of Money, Money supply in India and factors affecting it | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A "Liquidity trap" situation in an economy, is characterised by: ##Option_A:expansionary monetary policy###Option_B: high interest rates and high savings##Option_C: low interest rates and high savings##Option_D:expansionary monetary policy##Answer:d##Explaination:Liquidity ... |
With reference to National Agricultural Market, consider the following statements: Both regulated and private mandis will be allowed access to the e- platform. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) will be the lead agency for the development of the National e-Market. It will be funded through Agr... | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Central Sector Scheme for Promotion of National Agricultural Market through Agri-Tech Infrastructure Fund: Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC) will be the lead agency for the development of the National e-Market by the Ministry of Agriculture. They will select a service provider through open bidding. It will b... | b | Agriculture: Recent trends in Agriculture Sector, Agricultural Marketing and Reforms, Agricultural Research, Sustainable Agriculture | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to National Agricultural Market, consider the following statements: Both regulated and private mandis will be allowed access to the e- platform. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) will be the lead agency for the development of the Nat... |
Living root bridges are a form of tree shaping common in the southern part of the Northeast Indian state of Meghalaya. Which of the following trees are used for building these root bridges? | Peepal Tree | Rubber Tree | Sundari Tree | Peepal Tree | Roots of the rubber tree - Ficus Elastica are the pavements for the natural root bridges in the thick forests of Khasi Hills district. These types of bridges take very long to develop into a firm bridge. Normally it takes around 10 to15 years, which is the normal construction period. These bridges grow to approximately... | b | Misc Indian Human Geography | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Living root bridges are a form of tree shaping common in the southern part of the Northeast Indian state of Meghalaya. Which of the following trees are used for building these root bridges?##Option_A: Peepal Tree###Option_B: Rubber Tree##Option_C: Sundari Tree##Option_D: Pee... |
"This current is the southernly branch of the North Atlantic Current when it reaches the eastern part of the ocean. It flows between Spain and Azores as a cold current. It finally joins the North Equatorial current completing the circuit in the North Atlantic." Which of the following oceanic currents is described in th... | Benguela Current | Agulhas Current | Canary Current | Benguela Current | Canary Current is the correct answer. Driven by prevailing winds, the Canary Current flows southwestward along the coast of West Africa, bringing cool water towards the equator. As the wind moves the surface water, nutrient rich water from below the surface moves upward. This upwelling creates a highly productive regio... | c | Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:"This current is the southernly branch of the North Atlantic Current when it reaches the eastern part of the ocean. It flows between Spain and Azores as a cold current. It finally joins the North Equatorial current completing the circuit in the North Atlantic." Which of the ... |
With reference to Negative interest rate policy, consider the following statements: It refers to a policy of banks where depositors must pay regularly to keep their money with the bank. It enhances lending capability of banks. It is undertaken in a period of deflation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct... | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | A negative interest rate policy (NIRP) is an unconventional monetary policy tool whereby nominal target interest rates are set with a negative value, below the theoretical lower bound of zero percent. During deflationary periods, people and businesses hoard money instead of spending and investing. The result is a colla... | d | Need of banks, Function, Commercial Bank | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Negative interest rate policy, consider the following statements: It refers to a policy of banks where depositors must pay regularly to keep their money with the bank. It enhances lending capability of banks. It is undertaken in a period of deflation. Which... |
Gotipua tradition is associated with which of the following form of classical dance? | Manipuri | Odissi | Bharatnatyam | Manipuri | Gotipua is a tradition in Odissi dance in which boy dancers are dressed up as females and danced like devadasis. This was done because the devadasi (or Mahari) tradition fell prey to decadence. The ascetic followers of Vaishnavism disapproved of the immoralities of the devadasi system and introduced the practice of get... | b | Indian Dance | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Gotipua tradition is associated with which of the following form of classical dance?##Option_A: Manipuri###Option_B: Odissi##Option_C: Bharatnatyam##Option_D: Manipuri##Answer:b##Explaination:Gotipua is a tradition in Odissi dance in which boy dancers are dressed up as femal... |
With reference to North-East India, for which of the parameters, values in the region are higher than the corresponding values for the whole country (national average)?
Rural Population ( percentage)
Forest Cover
Per Capita Power Consumption
Literacy Rates
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The North East is predominantly rural, with over 84% of the population living in the countryside, which is more than the national average of 68%.
Per capita power consumption is 258 kWh, which is less than one-third of the national average (883 kWh).
The north eastern States of the India account for near... | a | Population and Growth trends density, sex, ratio, literacy, tribes and racial groups in India | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
With reference to North-East India, for which of the parameters, values in the region are higher than the corresponding values for the whole country (national average)?
Rural Population ( percentage)
Forest Cover
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Which of the following are the grounds for a candidate to be declared disqualified due to defection? If he voluntarily gives up the membership of the political party on whose ticket he was elected. If he abstains from voting contrary to the direction given by his political party. If he speaks against his party"s policy... | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | The Constitution lays down that a person shall be disqualified from being a member of Parliament if he is so disqualified on the ground of defection under the provisions of the Tenth Schedule. A member incurs disqualification under the defection law: if he voluntary gives up the membership of the political party on who... | a | Electoral politics | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are the grounds for a candidate to be declared disqualified due to defection? If he voluntarily gives up the membership of the political party on whose ticket he was elected. If he abstains from voting contrary to the direction given by his political p... |
Which of the following cannot affect the arrival of monsoon?
1. Sun Spots 2. Tibetan Plateau stops absorbing solar insolation 3. Coriolis Force 4. Oceanic current 5. Climate Change 6. El Nino
Select the answer using the code given below: | 1 and 5 Only | 1, 2, 4 Only | 2, 4, 5 and 6 only | 1 and 5 Only | . | d | Winds Planetary, Seasonal and Local; Jet Streams | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following cannot affect the arrival of monsoon?
1. Sun Spots 2. Tibetan Plateau stops absorbing solar insolation 3. Coriolis Force 4. Oceanic current 5. Climate Change 6. El Nino
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(1)descriptive representation,’ which assumes that effective representation requires shared socio-economic characteristics.
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Which of the following best describes a Halo Orbit? | geocentric orbits with altitudes up to 2,000 km. | a circular orbit above the Earth"s equator and following the direction of the Earth"s rotation. | a orbit that lies in a plane that maintains a fixed angle with respect to the Earth-sun direction. | geocentric orbits with altitudes up to 2,000 km. | A halo orbit is a periodic, three-dimensional orbit near the L1, L2 or L3 Lagrange points in the three-body problem of orbital mechanics. Although the Lagrange point is just a point in empty space, its peculiar characteristic is that it can be orbited. Halo orbits are the result of a complicated interaction between the... | d | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following best describes a Halo Orbit?##Option_A: geocentric orbits with altitudes up to 2,000 km.###Option_B: a circular orbit above the Earth"s equator and following the direction of the Earth"s rotation.##Option_C: a orbit that lies in a plane that maintains ... |
India is in talk with South Africa Customs Union (SACU) regarding Preferential Trade Agreement. Which of the following is/are member countries of SACU? South Africa Namibia Nigeria Kenya Zimbabwe Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 3, 4 and 5 only | 1 and 2 only | South African Customs Union (SACU) comprises of South Africa, Lesotho, Swaziland, Botswana and Namibia. So far, 5 rounds of negotiations of India-SACU PTA have been held. | a | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:India is in talk with South Africa Customs Union (SACU) regarding Preferential Trade Agreement. Which of the following is/are member countries of SACU? South Africa Namibia Nigeria Kenya Zimbabwe Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only##... |
With reference to "Electoral Trusts" in India, consider the following statements: They are a non-profit company created under Representation of People Act, 1951. Their objective is to distribute the contributions received by it to the political parties. They are approved by the Central Bureau of Direct Taxes (CBDT). Wh... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Electoral Trust is a Section 25 Company or a non-profit company created in India for orderly receipt of the voluntary contributions from any person and for distributing the same to the respective political parties, registered under Section 29A of the Representation of People Act, 1951. The objective of the Electoral T... | d | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to "Electoral Trusts" in India, consider the following statements: They are a non-profit company created under Representation of People Act, 1951. Their objective is to distribute the contributions received by it to the political parties. They are approved by ... |
Nagorno-Karabakh region, often seen in news recently is associated with which of the following? | Armenia - Azerbaijan | Israel - Palestine | Kazakhstan - Uzbekistan | Armenia - Azerbaijan | Nagorno-Karabakh, which lies inside Azerbaijan but is controlled by ethnic Armenians, has run its own affairs with heavy military and financial backing from Armenia since a separatist war ended in 1994. A new wave of fighting broke out in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region recently, killing many servicemen and drawin... | a | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Nagorno-Karabakh region, often seen in news recently is associated with which of the following?##Option_A: Armenia - Azerbaijan###Option_B: Israel - Palestine##Option_C: Kazakhstan - Uzbekistan##Option_D: Armenia - Azerbaijan##Answer:a##Explaination:Nagorno-Karabakh, which l... |
With reference to Medical Council of India, consider the following statements: It is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It recommends recognition of medical qualifications in India and foreign countries. It is responsible for conducting the All India Pre-Medical Test (AIPMT). Which of t... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | The Medical Council of India (MCI) is both a statutory body established in 1934 under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1933 (now repealed) and autonomous body under the Department of Health and Family Welfare. with the responsibility of establishing and maintaining high standards of medical education and recognition of ... | a | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Medical Council of India, consider the following statements: It is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It recommends recognition of medical qualifications in India and foreign countries. It is responsible for conducting the A... |
The "Sundarban Moitry" is a joint exercise between: | Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) | Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Border Guard Bangladesh | Indian Coast Guard and Border Guard Bangladesh | Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) | This question checks the awareness related to role of different security forces. Border Security Force is to police border areas of the country, except the mountains. It is one of the five Central Armed Police Forces of India, other being Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), In... | a | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The "Sundarban Moitry" is a joint exercise between:##Option_A: Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB)###Option_B: Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Border Guard Bangladesh##Option_C: Indian Coast Guard and Border Guard Bangladesh##Option_D: Borde... |
The case "S R Bomai vs Union of India" is most known for: | Supreme Court providing guidelines related to use of rarest of rare doctrine in cases of capital punishment. | Supreme Court strucking down few provisions of 42nd Constitutional Amendment due to its violation of basic structure. | Supreme Case judgment providing guidelines related to imposition of President"s rule in states. | Supreme Court providing guidelines related to use of rarest of rare doctrine in cases of capital punishment. | S R Bomai vs Union of India is related to Supreme Case judgment on imposition of President's rule in state: Art. 356 should be used "very sparingly", and not for political gains. The strength of the government should be tested on the floor of the house and not as per whims of the Governor. Court cannot question the adv... | c | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The case "S R Bomai vs Union of India" is most known for: ##Option_A: Supreme Court providing guidelines related to use of rarest of rare doctrine in cases of capital punishment.###Option_B: Supreme Court strucking down few provisions of 42nd Constitutional Amendment due to ... |
With reference to Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, consider the following statements: It addresses the issue of air pollution due to use of fossil fuel. It aims at empowering women and protecting their health. The scheme will be implemented by the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas. Which of the statements given above i... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | 1st statement is correct: Under the PM Ujjwala Yojana, the government aims to provide free LPG connections to BPL households in the country. The scheme is aimed at replacing the unclean cooking fuels mostly used in the rural India with the clean and more efficient LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas). 2nd statement is correc... | d | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, consider the following statements: It addresses the issue of air pollution due to use of fossil fuel. It aims at empowering women and protecting their health. The scheme will be implemented by the Ministry of Petroleum & Natur... |
With reference to "Raisina Dialogue", consider the following statements: It is an annual conference organized by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The 2016 conclave focused on Asia"s physical, economic and digital connectivity. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | The Raisina Dialogue is envisioned to be India's flagship conference of geopolitics and geo-economics. 1st statement is incorrect: The conference is held jointly by Ministry of External Affairs, India and the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), an independent think tank based in India. 2nd statement is correct: The 201... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to "Raisina Dialogue", consider the following statements: It is an annual conference organized by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The 2016 conclave focused on Asia"s physical, economic and digital connectivity. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?... |
The Union Government has decided to develop five places as "Panchteerth". What do they relate to? | The shrines of five prominent Vaishnava saints. | Five Viharas built during the reign of Ashoka. | Five Ashramas associated with the life of Gandhiji. | The shrines of five prominent Vaishnava saints. | Government will develop five places as "Panchteerth" in honour of B R Ambedkar. After unveiling the plaque at a function at Vigyan Bhawan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the "Panchteerth" include Amedbkar's birthplace in Mhow, the place in London where he stayed while studying in UK, 'Deeksha Bhoomi' in Nagpur, wher... | d | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Union Government has decided to develop five places as "Panchteerth". What do they relate to?##Option_A: The shrines of five prominent Vaishnava saints.###Option_B: Five Viharas built during the reign of Ashoka.##Option_C: Five Ashramas associated with the life of Gandhi... |
The United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network publishes a World Happiness Report. Which of the following factors does it take into account in its evaluations? Life expectancy GDP per capita Social support Unemployment rate Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 only | 3 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | According to The World Happiness Report 2016, India was ranked 118th in the list, down one slot from last year on the index. The report takes into account the GDP per capita, life expectancy, social support and freedom to make life choices as indicators of happiness. The report, released ahead of the UN World Happiness... | a | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network publishes a World Happiness Report. Which of the following factors does it take into account in its evaluations? Life expectancy GDP per capita Social support Unemployment rate Select the correct answer using the c... |
With reference to Svalbard Global Seed Vault, consider the following statements: The purpose of the seed vault is to facilitate research in the genetically modified crop seeds. Its location at Svalbard is chosen because of its cold climate and permafrost. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. The purpose of the seed vault is to store seed samples from the world's crop collections. It will provide insurance against loss of crop diversity held in traditional seed banks around the world. The Seed Vault offers "fail-safe" protection for one of the most important natural resources on ea... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Svalbard Global Seed Vault, consider the following statements: The purpose of the seed vault is to facilitate research in the genetically modified crop seeds. Its location at Svalbard is chosen because of its cold climate and permafrost. Which of the statem... |
With reference to the "Motion of Thanks", consider the following statements: The Motion of thanks is moved to discuss the policies and programmes of the government as outlined by the Prime Minister in his address. The failure to pass the motion in the lower house amounts to the defeat of the government. Which of the st... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. The first session after each general election and the first session of every fiscal year is addressed by the president. In this address, the president outlines the policies and programmes of the government in the preceding year and ensuing year. This address of the president, which corresponds... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the "Motion of Thanks", consider the following statements: The Motion of thanks is moved to discuss the policies and programmes of the government as outlined by the Prime Minister in his address. The failure to pass the motion in the lower house amounts to ... |
National Science Day is celebrated every year on 28th February to commemorate the discovery of the "Raman Effect". Which among the following correctly describes the phenomenon of "Raman Effect"? | Change in intensity of reflected light. | Refraction of light when it passes from one medium to the other. | Change of wavelength exhibited by some of the radiation scattered in a medium. | Change in intensity of reflected light. | Raman Effect - Change in the wavelength of light that occurs when a light beam is deflected by molecules. When a beam of light traverses a dust-free, transparent sample of a chemical compound, a small fraction of the light emerges in directions other than that of the incident (incoming) beam. Most of this scattered lig... | c | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:National Science Day is celebrated every year on 28th February to commemorate the discovery of the "Raman Effect". Which among the following correctly describes the phenomenon of "Raman Effect"? ##Option_A: Change in intensity of reflected light.###Option_B: Refraction of li... |
"Ayush-82", which is recently in news, is: | a surface-to-air short range, subsonic cruise missile | an indigenously developed anti-diabetic drug | a high yielding basmati variety seed | a surface-to-air short range, subsonic cruise missile | Ayush-82 is an ayurvedic formulation for prevention and management of diabetes. It has been developed by Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), New Delhi, an apex organization for research in Ayurveda under the Ministry of AYUSH. | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:"Ayush-82", which is recently in news, is:##Option_A: a surface-to-air short range, subsonic cruise missile###Option_B: an indigenously developed anti-diabetic drug##Option_C: a high yielding basmati variety seed##Option_D: a surface-to-air short range, subsonic cruise missi... |
Which among the following terrorist/ militant organizations are correctly matched to their base country? 1. Hezbollah : Lebanon 2. Boko Haram : Nigeria 3. Hamas : Iraq Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 2 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 2 only | Hamas is based in Palestine (not Iraq). Hezbollah is based in Lebanon. Boko Haram is based in Nigeria Recently, Arab League branded Hezbollah group as a terrorist organization. | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following terrorist/ militant organizations are correctly matched to their base country? 1. Hezbollah : Lebanon 2. Boko Haram : Nigeria 3. Hamas : Iraq Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C:... |
With reference to ARIES project, slated to be the Asia"s largest telescope, which among the following statements is/are correct? It is a completely indigenous project of ISRO. The telescope is located at Ladakh in order to get a clear view of the sky. It can be operated from anywhere in the world. Select the correct an... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences or ARIES project: ARIES telescope is a joint collaboration between Indian, Russian, and Belgian scientists The total cost of the construction and setup of the telescope is estimated to be Rs 120 crore The telescope is located at Devasthal, Nainital at a height of ... | c | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to ARIES project, slated to be the Asia"s largest telescope, which among the following statements is/are correct? It is a completely indigenous project of ISRO. The telescope is located at Ladakh in order to get a clear view of the sky. It can be operated from... |
Arrange the following in order of presentation in Bharatnatyam dance.
1. Alarippu 2. Thillana 3. Jatiswaram 4. Varnam
Select the code for the correct answer. | 1-3-4-2 | 2-4-3-1 | 1-4-3-2 | 1-3-4-2 | . | a | Indian Dance | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Arrange the following in order of presentation in Bharatnatyam dance.
1. Alarippu 2. Thillana 3. Jatiswaram 4. Varnam
Select the code for the correct answer.##Option_A:1-3-4-2###Option_B:2-4-3-1##Option_C:1-4-3-2##Option_D:1-3-4-2##Answer:a##Explaination:.##Topic:Indian ... |
From which of the following country India receive maximum FDI in India? | Mauritius | Singapore | UK | Mauritius | . | b | No_topic | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:From which of the following country India receive maximum FDI in India?##Option_A:Mauritius###Option_B:Singapore##Option_C:UK##Option_D:Mauritius##Answer:b##Explaination:.##Topic:No_topic##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:b |
Which of the following state has received least FDI in India? | Maharashtra | Delhi NCR | Bihar | Maharashtra | . | c | Balance of Payments: Definition, Current and Capital Accounts, Convertibility, Items Included in BoP, BoP and BoT | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following state has received least FDI in India?##Option_A: Maharashtra###Option_B:Delhi NCR##Option_C:Bihar##Option_D: Maharashtra##Answer:c##Explaination:.##Topic:Balance of Payments: Definition, Current and Capital Accounts, Convertibility, Items Included in... |
nan | nan | nan | nan | a | Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:##Option_A:nan###Option_B:nan##Option_C:nan##Option_D:nan##Answer:a##Explaination:##Topic:Sultanate Period: The Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms##Subject:Geography##Answer:a | ||
Consider the following statements with reference to the Pala school of paintings: The painting originated in the Bihar, Bengal area which remained its major centre. It depicts the Child Krishna and his pranks. The paintings were done on the palm leaves. Select the correct statement/statements using the codes given belo... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is incorrect: Though the painting originated in the Bihar, Bengal area, the style disappeared from eastern India after the conquest of the area by the Muslims in the late 12th century, but many of its features were preserved in Nepal. Statement 2 is incorrect: The paintings mostly depict the numerous deitie... | d | Paintings | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with reference to the Pala school of paintings: The painting originated in the Bihar, Bengal area which remained its major centre. It depicts the Child Krishna and his pranks. The paintings were done on the palm leaves. Select the correct st... |
Consider the following statement/s with reference to the Mughal style of Paintings:
The theme of the paintings revolved around the teachings of Islam only.
It was influenced by the European paintings also.
Paintings found on the caves walls of Khandagiri and udayagiri are the finest examples of later Mughal pai... | 1 and 2 only
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| Statement 1 is incorrect: The Mughal paintings of India revolved around themes, like battles, court scenes, receptions, legendary stories, hunting scenes, wildlife, portraits, etc.It was largely secular in theme. Statement 2 is correct: The Mughal style was influenced by the European paintings which came in the Mughal ... | c | Paintings | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statement/s with reference to the Mughal style of Paintings:
The theme of the paintings revolved around the teachings of Islam only.
It was influenced by the European paintings also.
Paintings found on the caves walls of Khandagiri and udayagir... |
Consider the following statement/s with reference to the Lepakshi paintings: It’s a miniature type of painting, depicted on the gateways of the Lepakshi temple. The paintings deals with themes and figures from mythology. It’s a unique art-form where precious stones were used. Which of the above statements are not cor... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is incorrect: Lepakshi paintings are mural paintings,which are of Vijayanagara period. The murals are found in the high ceilings of the huge gateways of the temple. Statement 2 is correct: Most of the murals of Lepakshi deal with themes and figures from mythology, depicting the Gods- Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu... | c | Paintings | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statement/s with reference to the Lepakshi paintings: It’s a miniature type of painting, depicted on the gateways of the Lepakshi temple. The paintings deals with themes and figures from mythology. It’s a unique art-form where precious stones were used... |
Which of the following statements characterizes the paintings of Raja Ravi Varma? It’s a unique synthesis of Indian subject matters and European realist painting style. The major themes of the paintings are based on characters of epics and puranas. The paintings changed the way the Hindu gods/goddesses are depicted in ... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is correct: Raja Ravi Varma studied oil painting with Theodore Jensen, a Danish-born British artist and became the first Indian to use Western techniques of perspective and composition and to adapt them to Indian subjects, styles, and themes. Statement 2 is correct: Varma painted subjects in Indian mytholog... | d | Paintings | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements characterizes the paintings of Raja Ravi Varma? It’s a unique synthesis of Indian subject matters and European realist painting style. The major themes of the paintings are based on characters of epics and puranas. The paintings changed the ... |
Consider the following statements:
Constitution establishes the fundamental relationship between the Executive, Legislature and Judiciary.
Constitution determines the extent of the sovereignty of a nation.
Which of the above statements is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | . | c | Features and Significant Provisions | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements:
Constitution establishes the fundamental relationship between the Executive, Legislature and Judiciary.
Constitution determines the extent of the sovereignty of a nation.
Which of the above statements is/are correct? ... |
Consider the following statements regarding Jute: It is produced only in West Bengal and Assam in India. Compared to rice, jute requires less water and fertilizer. A hundred per cent of all foodgrains and sugar is to be compulsorily packed in jute bags in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Recently, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved reservation norms for mandatory use of jute in packaging for the Jute Year 2021-22. The mandatory packaging norms approved for Jute Year 2021-22 provide for 100 per cent reservation of foodgrains and 20 per cent of sugar to be compulsorily packed in jute bag... | b | Also in News(Misc) | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Jute: It is produced only in West Bengal and Assam in India. Compared to rice, jute requires less water and fertilizer. A hundred per cent of all foodgrains and sugar is to be compulsorily packed in jute bags in India. Which of th... |
With reference to the decisions taken during Tripuri session of Indian National Congress (INC), 1938, consider the following statements: Socialism was adopted as the official goal of INC. The resolution on National Economic programme and Fundamental rights were passed. Which of the statements given above is/are correct... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | The presidential election to the Tripuri Congress session took place early in 1939. Subash Chandra Bose was re - elected defeating Dr Pattabhi Sitaramayaa who had been backed by the Mahatma Gandhi. He resigned in April 1939, and announced in May 1939 the formation of the Forward Bloc within the Congress. Socialism did ... | d | no_topic_assigned | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the decisions taken during Tripuri session of Indian National Congress (INC), 1938, consider the following statements: Socialism was adopted as the official goal of INC. The resolution on National Economic programme and Fundamental rights were passed. Which... |
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding oceanic currents?
1. Oceanic currents on the western margins of the continent are always cold.
2. Oceanic current on the eastern margin of oceans is always warm.
Select the correct answer using the code given below: | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | . | d | Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding oceanic currents?
1. Oceanic currents on the western margins of the continent are always cold.
2. Oceanic current on the eastern margin of oceans is always warm.
Select the correct answer using the code given b... |
Consider the following Statements with reference to coasts:
1.Ria, dalmatian and fjord are types of coasts
2.Sharp inlets due to cutting of the land due to the receding ice (ice-sheets) are found in Ria coasts
Select the correct answer from code mentioned below: | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | nan | a | Second order (Mountains, Plateaus, Plains & other landforms) | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following Statements with reference to coasts:
1.Ria, dalmatian and fjord are types of coasts
2.Sharp inlets due to cutting of the land due to the receding ice (ice-sheets) are found in Ria coasts
Select the correct answer from code mentioned below:##Optio... |
Consider the following statements regarding the corals:
1. The reef-building corals survive in the tropical and subtropical zones as the water temperature is around 20⁰C there.
2. Corals survive best in shallow and moving ocean water away from the silty coasts or muddy mouths of streams.
3. They contain more t... | 1 only | 2 only | 1 and 2 only | 1 only | . | d | Oceans of the world Features, Ocean waves, currents, tides & Tsunamis | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the corals:
1. The reef-building corals survive in the tropical and subtropical zones as the water temperature is around 20⁰C there.
2. Corals survive best in shallow and moving ocean water away from the silty coasts or muddy... |
With reference to external borrowings, consider the following statements: In case of Foreign Currency Convertible Bonds, the amount is paid back in domestic currency. In case of Foreign Currency Exchangeable Bonds (FCEBs), the amount is paid back in foreign currency. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. FCCBs mean a bond issued by an Indian company expressed in foreign currency, and the principal and interest in respect of which are payable in foreign currency. Statement 2 is correct. Like FCCBs, FCEBs are expressed in foreign currency, the principal and interest in respect of which are payab... | b | no_topic_assigned | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to external borrowings, consider the following statements: In case of Foreign Currency Convertible Bonds, the amount is paid back in domestic currency. In case of Foreign Currency Exchangeable Bonds (FCEBs), the amount is paid back in foreign currency. Which o... |
Consider the following statements:
Brass is a mixture of Copper and Zinc.
German silver is a mixture of Copper, Zinc and Silver.
Bronze is a mixture of copper and tin.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Brass is a metal alloy made of copper and zinc; the proportions of zinc and copper can be varied to create a range of brasses with varying properties.
German silver is a copper alloy with nickel and zinc. The usual formulation is 60% copper, 20% nickel and 20% zinc. There is no silver in German silver.
B... | c | no_topic_assigned | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:
Consider the following statements:
Brass is a mixture of Copper and Zinc.
German silver is a mixture of Copper, Zinc and Silver.
Bronze is a mixture of copper and tin.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding meaning of Boddhisatva: Previous lives of Buddha Human being committed to enlightenment for sake of others. An object of devotion. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | There are three principle meanings of the term "bodhisattva": In early Buddhism, bodhisattva meant "the previous lives of a (or the) Buddha". In Mahayana Buddhism, bodhisattva refers to a human being committed to the attainment of enlightenment for the sake of others. Becoming a bodhisattva is the goal of Mahayana Budd... | d | no_topic_assigned | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding meaning of Boddhisatva: Previous lives of Buddha Human being committed to enlightenment for sake of others. An object of devotion. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 an... |
With reference to Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), consider the following statements: It is an autonomous body under United Nations. It administrates domain names and Internet protocol addresses (IPs) globally. It controls the content on the Internet. Which of the statements given above is/a... | 1 only | 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), a non-profit body that administrates domain names and Internet protocol addresses (IPs) globally, is slated to become independent from the US Department of Commerce on September 30, after a two-decade long slugfest for decentralisation of its control. The... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), consider the following statements: It is an autonomous body under United Nations. It administrates domain names and Internet protocol addresses (IPs) globally. It controls the content on the Inter... |
Consider the following pairs: Temple Dynasty built by 1. Brihadeswara temple at Tanjore : Chola dynasty 2. Shore temple at Mahabalipuram : Chalukya dynasty 3. Lakshman temple at Khajuraho : Chandela dynasty Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Brihadeshwar Temple also called Rajarajeswaram and RajaRajeshwara Temple, is located at Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu state of India. It is dedicate to Lord Shiva. It is one luminous example of major heights, which Cholas achieves within Tamil architecture. It was built by Raja Raja Chola I in 1010 AD. Shore Temple located a... | b | no_topic_assigned | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following pairs: Temple Dynasty built by 1. Brihadeswara temple at Tanjore : Chola dynasty 2. Shore temple at Mahabalipuram : Chalukya dynasty 3. Lakshman temple at Khajuraho : Chandela dynasty Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?##Option_... |
With reference to ancient India, what is the significance of Rummindei pillar inscription? | It describes the conquest of Samudragupta. | It provides information about Asoka"s visit to Lumbini. | It describes Asoka"s victory over Kalinga. | It describes the conquest of Samudragupta. | Rummindei Pillar Inscription: It mentions Asoka's visit to Lumbini, the birth place of Lord Buddha. Asoka exempted Lumbini from paying tax, and fixed its contribution of grain at one-eighth. Aihole inscription: The Aihole inscription describes the achievements of Pulakeshin II and his victory against King Harshavardh... | b | no_topic_assigned | Geography | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to ancient India, what is the significance of Rummindei pillar inscription?##Option_A: It describes the conquest of Samudragupta.###Option_B: It provides information about Asoka"s visit to Lumbini.##Option_C: It describes Asoka"s victory over Kalinga.##Option_... |
With reference to Free Trade Agreements, what does the term "trade diversion" mean? | More efficient firms from other countries of the trade bloc replace the trade from relatively inefficient firms of the domestic country. | Share of more developed and competitive regions of a country in its overall external trade increases, while that of its under-developed, less competitive regions decreases. | Share of more developed and competitive sectors of a country"s economy in its overall external trade increases, while that of its under-developed, less competitive sectors decreases. | More efficient firms from other countries of the trade bloc replace the trade from relatively inefficient firms of the domestic country. | Trade diversion refers to the phenomenon where more efficient firms from outside the trade bloc lose share to less efficient firms within the trade bloc in the external trade of any given country. | d | no_topic_assigned | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Free Trade Agreements, what does the term "trade diversion" mean?##Option_A: More efficient firms from other countries of the trade bloc replace the trade from relatively inefficient firms of the domestic country.###Option_B: Share of more developed and com... |
With reference to "ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter Mission" which of the following statements is/are correct? It is a joint mission of Europe and NASA. It is to search for evidence of methane on Mars. Select the correct answer using the code below. | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect, as it is joint mission of Europe and Russia. EXOMARS TRACE GAS ORBITER AND SCHIAPARELLI MISSION (2016) is the first mission of the ExoMars programme, scheduled to arrive at Mars in October 2016, consists of a Trace Gas Orbiter plus an entry, descent and landing demonstrator module, known as Sc... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to "ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter Mission" which of the following statements is/are correct? It is a joint mission of Europe and NASA. It is to search for evidence of methane on Mars. Select the correct answer using the code below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 ... |
Arrange the following components of India"s foreign exchange reserves in terms of their value in descending order. Foreign Currency Assets Special Drawing Rights Reverse tranche position Gold Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1-2-3-4 | 1-3-2-4 | 1-4-2-3 | 1-2-3-4 | As on 5 Feb. 2016 - India's foreign reserves comprise of $328.4 billion worth of foreign currency assets, $ 17.7 billion worth of gold, $4.0 billion SDR, $1.3 billion RTP. | c | no_topic_assigned | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Arrange the following components of India"s foreign exchange reserves in terms of their value in descending order. Foreign Currency Assets Special Drawing Rights Reverse tranche position Gold Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1-2-3-4###Option_B... |
Consider the following statements: The earliest rock cut caves in India are attributed to Ashoka. No rock cut caves are found in eastern India. Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | The earliest rock cut caves in India are attributed to Ashoka and his grandson Dasaratha. Eventually this rock cut architecture developed into a powerful and popular architectural style. The rock cut architecture was suited to India due to presence of Rocky Mountains. These developments took place primarily in the west... | a | no_topic_assigned | Geology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The earliest rock cut caves in India are attributed to Ashoka. No rock cut caves are found in eastern India. 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 onl... |
During Quit India Movement, parallel governments were established at many places. Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? Place Local Leader 1. Ballia : Chittu Pandey 2. Tamluk : Nana Patil 3. Satara : Y.B. Chavan Select the correct answer using code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Emergence of parallel governments was a significant feature of the Quit India Movement. First pair is correctly matched. The first parallel government was proclaimed in Balia, in East UP, under the leadership of Chittu Pandey. Second pair is incorrectly matched. The parallel government in Tamluk in the Midnapur distric... | b | no_topic_assigned | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:During Quit India Movement, parallel governments were established at many places. Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? Place Local Leader 1. Ballia : Chittu Pandey 2. Tamluk : Nana Patil 3. Satara : Y.B. Chavan Select the correct answer using code given b... |
Soap is a sodium or potassium salt of which of the following? Stearic Acid Oleic Acid Palmitic Acid Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Soaps are the detergents used since long. Soaps used for cleaning purpose are sodium or potassium salts of long chain fatty acids, e.g., stearic, oleic and palmitic acids. Soaps containing sodium salts are formed by heating fat (i.e., glyceryl ester of fatty acid) with aqueous sodium hydroxide solution. This reaction i... | d | no_topic_assigned | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Soap is a sodium or potassium salt of which of the following? Stearic Acid Oleic Acid Palmitic Acid 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:Soaps are th... |
With reference to the recently announced Monetary Policy Committee, consider the following statements: It will determine the interest rates for the instruments like the small savings scheme. Both RBI governor and the Finance Minister will be member of Monetary Policy Committee. Which of the statements given above is/ar... | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. Small savings scheme is under the Ministry of Finance, who decides the interest rates on small savings in the month of March every year. Statement 2 is incorrect. According to the Finance Bill, the committee will consist of the RBI governor, the deputy governor in charge of monetary policy and... | d | no_topic_assigned | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the recently announced Monetary Policy Committee, consider the following statements: It will determine the interest rates for the instruments like the small savings scheme. Both RBI governor and the Finance Minister will be member of Monetary Policy Committ... |
With reference to Swarajists, consider the following statements: They intended to use councils for gradual transformation of colonial rule. Gandhiji never supported Swarajists to work in the legislature on behalf of Congress. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Statement 1 is incorrect. The Swarajists only intention was to transform the legislatures into arenas of political struggle and not to use it as organs for gradual transformation of colonial rule. Statement 2 is incorrect: Gandhi initially opposed the council entry. But after his release from prison in 1924 he graduall... | c | no_topic_assigned | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Swarajists, consider the following statements: They intended to use councils for gradual transformation of colonial rule. Gandhiji never supported Swarajists to work in the legislature on behalf of Congress. Which of the statements given above is/are not ... |
Consider the following statements: The Indian Constitution does not mention any specific procedure for the selection and appointment of the Prime Minister. A person who is not a member of either House of the Parliament can be appointed as the Prime Minister. Death of Prime Minister leads to dissolution of the council o... | 1 and 3 only | 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | Statement 1 is correct : The Constitution does not contain any specific procedure for the selection and appointment of the Prime Minister. Article 75 says only that the Prime Minister shall be appointed by the president. However, this does not imply that the president is free to appoint any one as the Prime Minister. S... | d | no_topic_assigned | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: The Indian Constitution does not mention any specific procedure for the selection and appointment of the Prime Minister. A person who is not a member of either House of the Parliament can be appointed as the Prime Minister. Death of Prime M... |
Consider the following statements regarding Jan Aushadhi Scheme: It is a direct market intervention scheme launched by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. Under the scheme, Jan Aushadhi stores have been set up to provide generic drugs. Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India is the implementing agency of the scheme. Whic... | 1 and 3 only | 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | The Jan Aushadhi Scheme (Public Medicine Scheme) is a direct market intervention scheme launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Govt. of India, to make available quality generic medicines at affordable prices to all citizens through a special outlet known as Jan Aushadhi St... | d | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Jan Aushadhi Scheme: It is a direct market intervention scheme launched by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. Under the scheme, Jan Aushadhi stores have been set up to provide generic drugs. Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India i... |
Which of the following pressure belts are classified as high pressure belts? Equatorial belt Sub-tropical belt Sub-polar belt Polar belt Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only | On the earth's surface, there are in all seven pressure belts. They are the Equatorial Low, the two Sub-tropical Highs, the two Sub-Polar Lows and the two Polar Highs. Therefore, (b) is the correct answer. | b | no_topic_assigned | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following pressure belts are classified as high pressure belts? Equatorial belt Sub-tropical belt Sub-polar belt Polar belt Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 4 only##Option_C: 1, 3 and 4 only##Option_... |
Gandhiji decided to initiate a limited satyagraha on an individual basis. Which of the following were the aims of Individual Satyagraha? To give opportunity to the Government to accept Congress demands. To express the feeling that the people were not interested in the war. To show that nationalist"s inactivity was not ... | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Gandhi decided to initiate a limited satyagraha on an individual basis. The aims of launching individual satyagraha were: Statement 1 is correct. To give another opportunity to the Government to accept Congress demands peacefully. Statement 2 is correct. To express people's feeling that they were not interested in the ... | d | no_topic_assigned | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Gandhiji decided to initiate a limited satyagraha on an individual basis. Which of the following were the aims of Individual Satyagraha? To give opportunity to the Government to accept Congress demands. To express the feeling that the people were not interested in the war. T... |
Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India: To promote cottage industries in rural areas. To organize agriculture and animal husbandry on modern and scientific lines. To promote equal justice and free legal aid to the poor. Which of the abo... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Socialistic Principles reflect the ideology of Socialism, and lay down the framework of a democratic socialist state, aim at providing social and economic justice and set the path towards welfare state. Statement 1 is Gandhian Principles i.e. To promote the educational and economic interests of SCs, STs, and other weak... | c | no_topic_assigned | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India: To promote cottage industries in rural areas. To organize agriculture and animal husbandry on modern and scientific lines. To promote equal justice and... |
With reference to fast breeder reactors, consider the following statements: They use fast neutrons for sustaining the chain reaction. Heavy water is used as moderator in these reactors. They breed more fissile material than they consume. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Fast breeder reactor are so called because they use fast neutrons for sustaining the chain reaction, hence no moderator is needed and, besides generating power, they also breed more fissile species (plutonium) than they consume. India becomes the sixth nation having the technology to build and operate a FBTR besides US... | b | no_topic_assigned | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to fast breeder reactors, consider the following statements: They use fast neutrons for sustaining the chain reaction. Heavy water is used as moderator in these reactors. They breed more fissile material than they consume. Which of the statements given above i... |
Consider the following statements:
1. Only the Republic countries can be considered a Democratic
2. If a country is Republic, it has to be a Democracy.
Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | , | d | The Preamble | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements:
1. Only the Republic countries can be considered a Democratic
2. If a country is Republic, it has to be a Democracy.
Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Optio... |
With reference to various majorities mentioned in Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:
1. Simple majority refers to a majority of not less than fifty percent of the total membership of the house.
2. Absolute majority refers to majority of more than fifty percent of the members present and voting.... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 3 only | 1 only | , | c | Features and Significant Provisions | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to various majorities mentioned in Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:
1. Simple majority refers to a majority of not less than fifty percent of the total membership of the house.
2. Absolute majority refers to majority of more than fif... |
Consider the following statements regarding Special Majority:
1. It refers to the majority of not less than three fourth of the members present and voting.
2. Special Majority is not used in the Indian Parliament.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | , | d | Parliament | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Special Majority:
1. It refers to the majority of not less than three fourth of the members present and voting.
2. Special Majority is not used in the Indian Parliament.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Op... |
In which of the following type/s of majority the number required, remains constant? 1. Effective Majority 2. Absolute Majority 3. Special majority to Impeach President 4. Simple Majority Select the correct answer from the codes given below: | 2 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 only | 2 only | , | c | President | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In which of the following type/s of majority the number required, remains constant? 1. Effective Majority 2. Absolute Majority 3. Special majority to Impeach President 4. Simple Majority Select the correct answer from the codes given below:##Option_A:2 only###Option_B:1 and ... |
Through which of the following countries does the Prime Meridian pass? France Algeria Spain South Africa Kenya Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1, 3, 4 and 5 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | The Prime Meridian (Longitude = 0 o ) passes through the following countries: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Algeria, Mali, Burkina Faso, Togo, Ghana, Antarctica. All countries decided that the count should begin from the meridian which passed through Greenwich, where the British Royal Observatory is located. This meri... | a | no_topic_assigned | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Through which of the following countries does the Prime Meridian pass? France Algeria Spain South Africa Kenya Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 1, 3, 4 and 5 only##Option_C: 2 and 4 only##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 only##... |
With reference to the nominated members of the Rajya Sabha, consider the following statements: They are entitled to vote in the election of the President of India. They are entitled to vote in the election of the Vice-President of India. They can be inducted into the Council of Ministers. Which of the statements given ... | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 3 only | 1 and 2 only | Statement 1 is incorrect: Nominated members enjoy all powers, privileges and immunities available to an elected member of Parliament. They take part in the proceedings of the House as any other member. They, however, are not entitled to vote in the election of the President of India. Statement 2 is correct: In the elec... | b | no_topic_assigned | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the nominated members of the Rajya Sabha, consider the following statements: They are entitled to vote in the election of the President of India. They are entitled to vote in the election of the Vice-President of India. They can be inducted into the Council... |
Recently a deep borehole observatory, Borehole Geophysics Research Laboratory (BGRL) at Koyna, has been set up for: | assessing the groundwater resources of the area | investigating the seismological problems of the area | exploring fresh oil and petroleum reserves in the area | assessing the groundwater resources of the area | The ministry of earth science will set up a research lab - Borehole Geophysics Research Laboratory (BGRL) at Karad in Maharashtra to understand earthquake mechanism in the Koyna region of the state. The BGRL was conceptualized as part of the ministry's programme of 'Scientific Deep Drilling' in the Koyna Intra-plate Se... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Recently a deep borehole observatory, Borehole Geophysics Research Laboratory (BGRL) at Koyna, has been set up for:##Option_A: assessing the groundwater resources of the area###Option_B: investigating the seismological problems of the area##Option_C: exploring fresh oil and ... |
Which among the following are found in moist deciduous forest? Teak Sal Shisham Sandalwood Bamboo Select the correct answer using code given below. | 1 and 2 only | 1, 2, 3 and 5 only | 3, 4 and 5 only | 1 and 2 only | These forests are found in areas having rainfall between 100-200cm. Teak Sal Semul Sandalwood Shisam Khair etc. are found in these forests Jharkhand, Odisha, west Bengal have these kind of forests. Eastern side of western ghat also have this forest type. | d | no_topic_assigned | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following are found in moist deciduous forest? Teak Sal Shisham Sandalwood Bamboo Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1, 2, 3 and 5 only##Option_C: 3, 4 and 5 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explainati... |
With reference to South Asain Games, held in February 2016, in India, consider the following statements: Only the SAARC countries were the participating nations. It was the first ever gender equal South Asian Games with men & women participation in all the sports. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | 12th South Asian Games were held in Guwahati & Shillong in February 2016. SAARC nations namely Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka participated in the games. It was the first ever gender equal South Asian Games with men & women participation in all the sports. | c | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to South Asain Games, held in February 2016, in India, consider the following statements: Only the SAARC countries were the participating nations. It was the first ever gender equal South Asian Games with men & women participation in all the sports. Which of t... |
With reference to Article 18, consider the following statements: It prohibits state from conferring any title on the citizen. A foreigner holding office of profit under the state cannot accept emolument from any foreign state without the consent of the President. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 only | 2 only | Both 1 and 2 | 1 only | Article 18 abolishes titles and makes four provisions in that regard: It prohibits the state from conferring any title (except a military or academic distinction) on any body, whether a citizen or a foreigner. It prohibits a citizen of India from accepting any title from any foreign state. A foreigner holding any offic... | b | no_topic_assigned | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to Article 18, consider the following statements: It prohibits state from conferring any title on the citizen. A foreigner holding office of profit under the state cannot accept emolument from any foreign state without the consent of the President. Which of th... |
Which among the following were objectives of Government of India Act, 1919? Responsible Government in India as declared policy of British government. Increasing association of Indians in every branch of administration. To disclaim any intention to annex Indian States. Select the correct answer using the code given belo... | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | The Government of India Act, 1919 laid down in its Preamble the principles on which the reforms were to be progressively carried out in India. It included following points: British India is to remain an integral part of the British empire. Responsible government in British India is the objective of the declared policy ... | b | no_topic_assigned | General Studies | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following were objectives of Government of India Act, 1919? Responsible Government in India as declared policy of British government. Increasing association of Indians in every branch of administration. To disclaim any intention to annex Indian States. Select... |
Metanil Yellow, a health hazard for human beings is used as: | a synthetic dye as food colour. | a paint used for metal doors. | a catalyst used in synthesis of woollen clothes. | a synthetic dye as food colour. | Metanil yellow is a principal non-permitted food colour used extensively in India. The effect of long-term consumption of metanil yellow on the developing and adult brain causes neurotoxicity. Neurotoxicity occurs when the exposure to natural or artificial toxic substances, alters the normal activity of the nervous sys... | a | no_topic_assigned | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Metanil Yellow, a health hazard for human beings is used as:##Option_A: a synthetic dye as food colour.###Option_B: a paint used for metal doors.##Option_C: a catalyst used in synthesis of woollen clothes.##Option_D: a synthetic dye as food colour.##Answer:a##Explaination:Me... |
The weather in the month of October in the Indian sub-continent is called "October heat". It is marked by: Clear cloudless sky High Temperature High humidity Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | The weather in the month of October in the Indian sub-continent is called 'October heat'. During October and November, with the apparent movement of the sun towards the south, the monsoon trough or the low-pressure trough over the northern plains becomes weaker. This is gradually replaced by a high-pressure system. The... | d | no_topic_assigned | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The weather in the month of October in the Indian sub-continent is called "October heat". It is marked by: Clear cloudless sky High Temperature High humidity Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 o... |
Who amongst the following is/are part of the Union Executive? President Attorney General Vice-President Council of Ministers Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 and 3 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | 1 and 3 only | Articles 52 to 78 in Part V of the Constitution deal with the Union executive. The Union executive consists of the President, the Vice-President, the Prime Minister, the Council of ministers and the Attorney General of India. | d | no_topic_assigned | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who amongst the following is/are part of the Union Executive? President Attorney General Vice-President Council of Ministers Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 4 only##Option_C: 1, 2 and 4 only##Option_D: 1 and 3 o... |
Which of the following ministries is the nodal ministry for MPLADS (Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme)? | Ministry of Rural Development | Ministry of Panchayati Raj | Ministry of Urban Development | Ministry of Rural Development | Initially, MPLADS was administered by Ministry of Rural Development. Since October 1994, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation(MOSPI) has been looking into its working. | d | no_topic_assigned | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following ministries is the nodal ministry for MPLADS (Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme)?##Option_A: Ministry of Rural Development###Option_B: Ministry of Panchayati Raj##Option_C: Ministry of Urban Development##Option_D: Ministry of Rural Dev... |
Which among the following macro-economic parameters have witnessed a decline in the last financial year (2015-2016)? Inflation Fiscal Deficit Current Account Deficit Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1 only | 1 and 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 only | Since the Economic Survey and Budget were presented a year ago, the Indian economy has continued to consolidate the gains achieved in restoring macroeconomic stability. Inflation, the fiscal deficit, and the current account deficit have all declined, rendering India a relative haven of macrostability in these turbulent... | d | no_topic_assigned | Anthropology | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which among the following macro-economic parameters have witnessed a decline in the last financial year (2015-2016)? Inflation Fiscal Deficit Current Account Deficit Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 2... |
Consider the following: Water Public Health and Sanitation Land acquisition Audit of the accounts of the states Which of the above subjects is/are included in the Union list? | 1 and 2 only | 1 and 4 only | 4 only | 1 and 2 only | Water is a state subject. Public health and sanitation; hospitals and dispensaries is a subject in state list. Land is a state subject but land acquisition is a concurrent subject. Audit of the accounts of the Union and of the States is a subject in Union list. | c | no_topic_assigned | Animal Husbandry & Vetinary Science | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following: Water Public Health and Sanitation Land acquisition Audit of the accounts of the states Which of the above subjects is/are included in the Union list?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 4 only##Option_C: 4 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:c... |
Consider the following statements regarding Western Coastal Plains: They are a product of submergence of land. They are drained by several short and swift streams which do not form deltas. They are indented with many natural ports. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | 1 and 3 only | 2 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | Western Coastal Plains are product of submergence of land. They are narrow with an average width of 64 kms and are located between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats. They are drained by several short and swift streams which do not form deltas. They do not exhibit many depositional features. They are indented with m... | d | no_topic_assigned | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding Western Coastal Plains: They are a product of submergence of land. They are drained by several short and swift streams which do not form deltas. They are indented with many natural ports. Which of the statements given above is/are ... |
Which of the following is/are examples of stored energy? Nuclear Energy Gravitational Energy Electrical Energy Chemical Energy Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 4 only | 2, 3 and 4 only | 3 only | 1, 2 and 4 only | Energy is found in different forms, such as light, heat, sound and motion. There are many forms of energy, but they can all be put into two categories: kinetic and potential. Kinetic energy is motion-of waves, electrons, atoms, molecules, substances, and objects. Example: Electrical Energy is the movement of electrical... | a | no_topic_assigned | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are examples of stored energy? Nuclear Energy Gravitational Energy Electrical Energy Chemical Energy Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 4 only###Option_B: 2, 3 and 4 only##Option_C: 3 only##Option_D: 1, 2 and 4... |
Which of the following is/are used for analog broadcasting? Digital Radio Mondiale Frequency Modulation Amplitude Modulation Select the correct answer from the code given below. | 1 only | 2 and 3 only | 1 and 3 only | 1 only | Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) is a set of digital audio broadcasting technologies designed to work over the bands currently used for analogue radio broadcasting including AM broadcasting, particularly shortwave, and FM broadcasting. DRM has the twin capabilities of analogue and digital transmission, which makes it perfe... | d | no_topic_assigned | Economics | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are used for analog broadcasting? Digital Radio Mondiale Frequency Modulation Amplitude Modulation Select the correct answer from 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##E... |
Lathyrism or neurolathyrism, an irreversible motor neuro disorder is associated with consumption of which of the following? | Tur Dal | Khesari Dal | Gram Dal | Tur Dal | Since 1961, the sale and storage of khesari dal has been banned due to higher presence of harmful chemical called ODAP (Beta-N-oxalyl-a,Beta diaminopropionic acid), which causes an irreversible motor neuro disorder called neurolathyrism or lathyrism. However, the food safety regulator FSSAI has sought Health Ministry's... | b | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Lathyrism or neurolathyrism, an irreversible motor neuro disorder is associated with consumption of which of the following?##Option_A: Tur Dal###Option_B: Khesari Dal##Option_C: Gram Dal##Option_D: Tur Dal##Answer:b##Explaination:Since 1961, the sale and storage of khesari d... |
Which of the following factors affect the distribution of temperature? Distance from the sea Slope of the land Wind Direction Cloud Cover Select the correct answer using the code given below. | 1, 2 and 3 only | 1, 3 and 4 only | 2 and 4 only | 1, 2 and 3 only | Distance from the sea - Coastal areas are cooler and wetter than inland areas. Also, the centre of continents are subject to a large range of temperatures. Slope of the land - An area with a steep slope experiences a more rapid change in temperature than a gentle one. Wind Direction - Winds blowing from lower latitudes... | d | no_topic_assigned | Agriculture | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following factors affect the distribution of temperature? Distance from the sea Slope of the land Wind Direction Cloud Cover Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 1, 3 and 4 only##Option_C: 2 and 4 only##Opt... |
Which of the following organisations took part in Nuclear Security Summit 2016? United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency INTERPOL European Union World Trade Organisation Select the correct answer using the code below. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 only | 2 and 3 only | 2 and 5 only | 1, 2, 3 and 4 only | Option 5 is incorrect, as World Trade Organisation was not the part of Nuclear Security Summit. The Nuclear Security Summit (NSS) is a world summit, aimed at preventing nuclear terrorism around the globe. The first summit was held in Washington, D.C., United States, in 2010. The second summit was held in Seoul, South K... | a | no_topic_assigned | Chemistry | This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following organisations took part in Nuclear Security Summit 2016? United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency INTERPOL European Union World Trade Organisation Select the correct answer using the code below.##Option_A: 1, 2, 3 and 4 only###Option_B: 2 and ... |
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