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1.

What was the capital of the Kanishka?

A. Purushapura
B. Mathura
C. Taxila
D. Pataliputra
Answer» B. Mathura
Discussion
2.

With reference to two nonconventional energy sources called âì˜coalbed methaneâìâ andâì˜shale gasâìâ, consider the following statements :1. Coalbed methane is the pure methane gas extracted from coal seams, while shalegas is a mixture of propane and butane only that can be extracted from fine-grainedsedimentary rocks.2. In India, abundant coalbed methane sources exist, but so far no shale gas sourceshave been found.`Which of the statements given above is/ are correct ?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» E.
Discussion
3.

Consider the following pairs: Region often Country in news1. Chechnya : Russian Federation2. Darfur : Mali3. Swat Valley : IraqWhich of the above pairs is / are correctly matched ?l

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» B. 2 and 3 only
Discussion
4.

Consider the following countries:1. Denmark2. Japan3. Russian Federation4. United Kingdom5. United States of AmericaWhich of the above are the members of the `Arctic Councilâìâ?

A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 2, 3 and 4
C. 1, 4 and 5
D. 1, 3 and 5
Answer» E.
Discussion
5.

With reference to Agni âì“ IV Missile, which of the following statements is / are correct ?1. It is a surface-to-surface missile.2. It is fuelled by liquid propellant only.3. It can deliver one-tonne nuclearwarheads about 7500 km away. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» B. 2 and 3 only
Discussion
6.

The terms `Marginal Standing Facility Rateâìâ and `Net Demand and Time Liabilitiesâìâ,sometimes appearing in news, are used in relation to

A. banking operations
B. communication networking
C. military strategies
D. supply and demand of agricultural products
Answer» B. communication networking
Discussion
7.

Recently, a series of uprisings of people referred to as `Arab Springâìâ originally started from

A. Egypt
B. Lebanon
C. Syria
D. Tunisia
Answer» E.
Discussion
8.

In the context of Indian economy, which of the following is/are the purpose/purposes of`Statutory Reserve Requirementsâìâ?1. To enable the Central Bank to control the amount of advances the banks can create2. To make the peopleâìâs deposits with banks safe and liquid.3. To prevent the commercial banks from making excessive profits.4. To force the banks to have sufficient vault cash to meet their day-to-dayrequirementsSelect the correct answer using the code given below

A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer» C. 2 and 3 only
Discussion
9.

What is/are the facility/facilities the beneficiaries can get from the services of BusinessCorrespondent (Bank Saathi) in branchless areas?1. It enables the beneficiaries to draw their subsidies and social security benefits in theirvillages.2. It enables the beneficiaries in the rural areas to make deposits and withdrawals.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2
Discussion
10.

With reference to Balance of Payments, which of the following constitutes / constitutethe Current Account?1. Balance of trade2. Foreign assets3. Balance of invisibles4. Special Drawing RightsSelect the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3
C. 1 and 3
D. 1 ,2 and 4
Answer» D. 1 ,2 and 4
Discussion
11.

The main objective of the 12th Five- Year Plan is

A. inclusive growth and poverty reductio
B. inclusive and sustainable growth
C. sustainable and inclusive growth to reduce unemployment
D. faster, sustainable and more inclusive growth
Answer» E.
Discussion
12.

Which of the following Kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha?1. Avanti2. Gandhara3. Kosala4. MagadhaSelect the correct answer using the code given below

A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 2 and 4
C. 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 3 and 4
Answer» D. 1, 3 and 4
Discussion
13.

What does venture capital mean

A. A short-term capital provided to industries
B. A long-term start-up capital provided to new entrepreneurs
C. Funds provided to industries at times of incurring losses
D. Funds provided for replacement and renovation of industries
Answer» C. Funds provided to industries at times of incurring losses
Discussion
14.

The greatest development in the Kushana Period was in the field of-

A. Religion
B. Art
C. Literature
D. Architecture
Answer» C. Literature
Discussion
15.

Which of the following are some important pollutants released by steel industry in India?1. Oxides of sulphur2. Oxides of nitrogen3. Carbon monoxide4. Carbon dioxideSelect the correct answer using the code given below

A. 1, 3 and 4 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer» E.
Discussion
16.

If you travel through the Himalayas, you are likely to see which of the following plants naturally growing there?1. Oak2. Rhododendron3. SandalwoodSelect the correct answer using the code given below

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» B. 3 only
Discussion
17.

Every year, a month long ecologically important campaign / festival is held during which certain communities / tribes plant saplings of fruit-bearing trees. Which of thefollowing are such communities / tribes?

A. Bhutia and Lepcha
B. Gond and Korku
C. Irula and Toda
D. Sahariya and Agariya
Answer» C. Irula and Toda
Discussion
18.

From which one of the following places, remains of wells have been found in houses belonging to the developed stage of the Indus Valley Civilization ?

A. Harapa
B. Kalibangan
C. Lothal
D. Mohenjodaro
Answer» E.
Discussion
19.

Which of the following is/are the function/functions of the Cabinet Secretariat?1. Preparation of agenda for Cabinet Meetings.2. Secretarial assistance to Cabinet Committees3. Allocation of financial resources to the Ministries.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1,2 and 3 only
Answer» D. 1,2 and 3 only
Discussion
20.

Which of the following are associated with `Planningâìâ in India?1. The Finance Commission2. The National Development Council3. The Union Ministry of Rural Development4. The Union Ministry of Urban Development.5. The ParliamentSelect the correct answer using the code given below

A. 1, 2 and 5 only
B. 1, 3 and 4 only
C. 2 and 5 only
D. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Answer» D. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Discussion
21.

Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State?1. Sending a report to the President of India for imposing the Presidentâìâs rule.2. Appointing the Ministers3. Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of thePresident of India4. Making the rules to conduct the business of the State Government.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer» C. 2, 3 and 4 only
Discussion
22.

Lichens, which are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, areactually a symbiotic association of

A. algae and bacteria
B. algae and fungi
C. bacteria and fungi
D. fungi and mosses
Answer» C. bacteria and fungi
Discussion
23.

In medieval India, the designations `Mahattaraâìâ and `Pattakilaâìâ were used for

A. military officers
B. village headmen
C. specialists in vedic rituals
D. chiefs of craft guilds
Answer» C. specialists in vedic rituals
Discussion
24.

Who among the following were contemporaries of Kanishka ?

A. Nagarjuna, Ashvaghosha, Vasumitra
B. Kamban, Banabhatta, Ashvaghosha
C. Ashvaghosha, Kalidasa, Banabhatta
D. Kalidasa, Kamban, Vasumittra
Answer» B. Kamban, Banabhatta, Ashvaghosha
Discussion
25.

Consider the following statements: A Constitutional Government is one which1. places effective restrictions on individual liberty in the interest of State Authority2. places effective restrictions on the Authority of the State in the interest of individualliberty.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2
Discussion
26.

What is the correct sequence of occurrence of the following cities in South-East Asia asone proceeds from south to north?1. Bangkok2. Hanoi3. Jakarta4. SingaporeSelect the correct answer using the code given below

A. 4 – 2 – 1 – 3
B. 3 – 2 – 4 – 1
C. 3 – 4 – 1 – 2
D. 4 – 3 – 2 - 1
Answer» D. 4 – 3 – 2 - 1
Discussion
27.

What are the benefits of implementing the Integrated Watershed Development Programme?1. Prevention of soil runoff2. Linking the countryâìâs perennial rivers with seasonal rivers3. Rainwater harvesting and recharge of groundwater table.4. Regeneration of natural vegetation.Select the correct answer using the code given below :

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2, 3 and 4 only
C. 1, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer» D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Discussion
28.

The national motto of India, Satyameva Jayateâìâ inscribed below the Emblem of India istaken from

A. Katha Upanishad
B. Chandogya Upanishad
C. Aitareya Upanishad
D. Mundaka Upanishad
Answer» E.
Discussion
29.

Who were the first kings to issue gold coins in India ?

A. Mauryas
B. Indo Greeks
C. Guptas
D. Kushans
Answer» C. Guptas
Discussion
30.

Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisionsregarding anti-defection?

A. Second Schedule
B. Fifth Schedule
C. Eighth Schedule
D. Tenth Schedule
Answer» E.
Discussion
31.

Consider the following Pairs : Hills Region1. Cardamom Hills : Coromandel Coast2. Kaimur Hills : Konkan Coast3. Mahadeo Hills : Central India4. Mikir Hills : North-East IndiaWhich of the above pairs is/are correctly matched

A. 1 and 2
B. 2 and 3
C. 3 and 4
D. 2 and 4
Answer» D. 2 and 4
Discussion
32.

Consider the following rivers:1. Barak2. Lohit3. SubansiriWhich of the above flows / flow through Arunachal Pradesh?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» C. 1 and 3 only
Discussion
33.

With reference to the cultural history of India, the term 'Panchayatan' refers

A. an assembly of village elders
B. a religious sect
C. a style of temple construction
D. an administrative functionary
Answer» D. an administrative functionary
Discussion
34.

Consider the following Pairs : Wetlands Confluence of rivers1. Harike Wetlands : Confluence of Beas and Satluj/Sutlej2. Keoladeo Ghana : Confluence of National Park Banas and Chambal3. Kolleru Lake : Confluence of Musi and KrishnaWhich of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3
C. 1 and 3
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» B. 2 and 3
Discussion
35.

Which of the following have coral reefs?1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands2. Gulf of Kachchh3. Gulf of Mannar4. SunderbansSelect the correct answer using the code given below

A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 2 and 4 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer» B. 2 and 4 only
Discussion
36.

The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditionalhuman life is the establishment of

A. biosphere reserves
B. botanical gardens
C. national parks
D. wildlife sanctuaries
Answer» B. botanical gardens
Discussion
37.

Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of IndianPhilosophy?

A. Mimamsa and Vedanta
B. Nyaya and Vaisheshika
C. Lokayata and Kapalika
D. Sankhya and Yoga
Answer» D. Sankhya and Yoga
Discussion
38.

In India, the problem of soil erosion is associated with which of the following?1. Terrace cultivation2. Deforestation3. Tropical ClimateSelect the correct answer using the code given below

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» C. 1 and 3 only
Discussion
39.

Consider the following pairs: Vitamin Deficiency disease1. Vitamin C : Scurvy2. Vitamin D : Rickets3. Vitamin E : Night blindnessWhich of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. None
Answer» B. 3 only
Discussion
40.

There is some concern regarding the nanoparticles of some chemical elements that areused by the industry in the manufacture of various products. Why?1. They can accumulate in the environment, and contaminate water and soil.2. They can enter the food chains.3. They can trigger the production of free radicals.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» E.
Discussion
41.

Which of the following organizations brings out the publication known as 'WorldEconomic Outlook' ?

A. The International Monetary Fund
B. The United Nations Development Programme
C. The World Economic Forum
D. The World Bank
Answer» B. The United Nations Development Programme
Discussion
42.

In the context of food and nutritional security of India, enhancing the 'Seed ReplacementRates' of various crops helps in achieving the food production targets of the future. But whatis/are the constraint/ constraints in its wider/greater implementation?1. There is no National Seeds Policy in place.2. There is no participation of private sector seed companies in the supply of qualityseeds of vegetables and planting materials of horticultural crops.3. There is a demand-supply gap regarding quality seeds in case of low value and highvolume crops.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 and 2
B. 3 only
C. 2 and 3
D. None
Answer» C. 2 and 3
Discussion
43.

With reference to 'Eco-Sensitive Zones', which of the following statements is/arecorrect?1. Eco-Sensitive Zones are the areas that are declared under the Wildlife (Protection)Act, 1972.2. The purpose of the declaration of Eco-Sensitive Zones is to prohibit all kinds of humanactivities in those zones except agriculture.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» E.
Discussion
44.

What was/were the object/objects of Queen Victoria's Proclamation (1858)?1. To disclaim any intention to annex Indian States2. To place the Indian administration under the British Crown3. To regulate East India Company's trade with IndiaSelect the correct answer using the code given below

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» B. 2 only
Discussion
45.

Consider the following pairs:1. Garba : Gujarat2. Mohiniattam : Odisha3. Yakshagana : KarnatakaWhich of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3
Discussion
46.

Yavanika was introduced in Indian theatre by which of the following ?

A. Sakas
B. Parthians
C. Greeks
D. Kushans
Answer» D. Kushans
Discussion
47.

With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the followingpairs: Famous shrine Location1. Tabo monastery : Spiti Valley and temple complex2. Lhotsava Lhakhang : Zanskar Valley temple, Nako3. Alchi temple : Ladakh complexWhich of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3
Discussion
48.

Chadragupta Maurya defeated -

A. Porus
B. Alexader
C. Seleucus
D. Ambhi
Answer» D. Ambhi
Discussion
49.

Right to property was removed from the list of Fundamental Rights during the rule of:

A. Indira Gandhi Government
B. Morarji Desai Government
C. Narasimha Rao Government
D. Vajpayee Government
Answer» C. Narasimha Rao Government
Discussion
50.

The Partition of Bengal made by LordCurzon in 1905 lasted until

A. The First World War when Indian troopsnwere needed by the British and the partition was ended
B. King George V abrogated Curzon's Act at the Royal Durbar in Delhi in 1911
C. Gandhiji launched his Civil Disobedience Movement
D. The Partition of India is 1947 when East Bengal became East Pakistan
Answer» C. Gandhiji launched his Civil Disobedience Movement
Discussion