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This section includes 657 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Testing Subject knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1. |
Fundamental duties of Indian citizens are enumerated in : |
| A. | Part I of the Constitution |
| B. | Part IV of the Constitution |
| C. | Part-II of the Constitution |
| D. | Part VI of the Constitution |
| Answer» C. Part-II of the Constitution | |
| 2. |
The system of Judicial review exists in: |
| A. | India only |
| B. | U.S.A. only |
| C. | India and U.S.A. |
| D. | U.K. |
| Answer» D. U.K. | |
| 3. |
Which one of the flowing articles of the Indian Constitution provides for All-India Services ? |
| A. | Article-310 |
| B. | Article-311 |
| C. | Artoc;e-312 |
| D. | Article-313 |
| Answer» D. Article-313 | |
| 4. |
The radio isotope used to control blood Cancer (leukaemia ) is: |
| A. | Iodine-131 |
| B. | Sodium-24 |
| C. | Phosphorus-32 |
| D. | Cobalt-60 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 5. |
Which one of the following radio-elements is used to measure the speed of the blood flow in human body ? |
| A. | Radio---------------- Phosphorus |
| B. | Radio--------------------Iodine |
| C. | Radio ---------------Iron |
| D. | Radio--------------------Sodium |
| Answer» E. | |
| 6. |
Who amongst the following was not a member of the Drafting Committee of the Constitution ? |
| A. | Mohammad Sadullah |
| B. | K.M.Munshi |
| C. | A.K.Ayyar |
| D. | Jawahar Lal Nehru |
| Answer» E. | |
| 7. |
Which of the following articles of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to legislated with respect to any matter in the State List ? |
| A. | Article-115 |
| B. | Article-116 |
| C. | Article-226 |
| D. | Article- 249 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 8. |
Which one of the following acids is used in the manufacturing of baking powder ? |
| A. | Oxalic acid |
| B. | Lactic acid |
| C. | Tartaric acid |
| D. | Benzoic acid |
| Answer» D. Benzoic acid | |
| 9. |
Which one of the following alloys is call an amalgam ? |
| A. | Zinc-----------------Copper |
| B. | Copper-----------Tin |
| C. | Mercury--------- Zinc |
| D. | Lead--------------Zinc |
| Answer» D. Lead--------------Zinc | |
| 10. |
Which one of the following is not a green house gas ? |
| A. | Methane |
| B. | Nitrous oxide |
| C. | Chlorofluoro carbon |
| D. | Hydrogen |
| Answer» E. | |
| 11. |
Noscapine is obtained from: |
| A. | Poppy |
| B. | Basil |
| C. | Eucalyptus |
| D. | Ephedra |
| Answer» C. Eucalyptus | |
| 12. |
Which one of the following vitamins is responsible for blood-clotting ? |
| A. | C |
| B. | K |
| C. | E |
| D. | D |
| Answer» C. E | |
| 13. |
Ozone layer occurs mainly in: |
| A. | Troposphere |
| B. | Mesosphere |
| C. | Stratosphere |
| D. | Exosphere |
| Answer» D. Exosphere | |
| 14. |
Which of the following is a transgenic plant ? |
| A. | Buck wheat |
| B. | Macaroni wheat |
| C. | Golden rice |
| D. | Tritcale |
| Answer» D. Tritcale | |
| 15. |
Which of the livin tissues acts as the carrier of organic nutrients in higher plans ? |
| A. | Xylem |
| B. | Phloem |
| C. | Cortex |
| D. | Epidermis |
| Answer» C. Cortex | |
| 16. |
A cut diamond shines brilliantly due to: |
| A. | its molecular structure |
| B. | absorption |
| C. | total internal reflection |
| D. | some other inherent property |
| Answer» D. some other inherent property | |
| 17. |
In a computer, the permanent memory is called: |
| A. | RAM |
| B. | ROM |
| C. | CPU |
| D. | CDROM |
| Answer» C. CPU | |
| 18. |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists: LIST-I; A. Anemometer B. Seismograph C. Barograph D. Hygrometer LIST-II; 1. Earthquakes 2. atmospheric pressure 3. Wind Velocity 4. Humidity: |
| A. | A1B2C3D4 |
| B. | A4B1C2D3 |
| C. | A4B1C3D2 |
| D. | A3B1C2D4 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 19. |
Howdoes the National Rural Livelihood Mission seek to improve livelihood options of rural poor?1. By setting up a large number of new manufacturing industries and agribusiness centres in rural areas2. By strengtheningself-help groupsand providing skill development3. By supplying seeds, fertilizers, diesel pump-sets and micro-irrigation equipment free of cost to farmersSelect the correct answer using the codes 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 | |
| 20. |
Which of the following micro organisms are used as biofertilizer ? |
| A. | Cyno bacteria |
| B. | Ptrotozoa |
| C. | Virus |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» B. Ptrotozoa | |
| 21. |
The endeavour ofJanani Suraksha YojanaProgramme is1. to promote institutional deliveries2. to provide monetary assistance to the mother to meet the cost of delivery3. to provide for wage loss due to pregnancy and confinementWhich of the statements given above is /are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 2 only | |
| 22. |
Howdo you distinguish between Kuchipudi and Bharatanatyamdances?1. Dancers occasionally speaking dialogues is found in Kuchipudi dance but not in Bharatanatyam.2. Dancing on the brass plate by keeping the feet on its edges is a feature of Bharatanatyam but Kuchipudi dance does not have such a formof movements.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» B. 2 only | |
| 23. |
The acidification of oceans is increasing. Why is this phenomenon a cause of concern?1. The growth and survival of calcareous phytoplankton will be adversely affected.2. The growth and survival of coral reefs will be adversely affected.3. The survival of some animals that have phytoplanktonic larvae will be adversely affected.4. The cloud seeding and formation of clouds will be adversely affected.Which of the statements given above is /are correct? |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 24. |
With reference to Dhrupad, one of the major traditions of India that has been kept alive for centuries, which of thefollowing statements are correct?1. Dhrupad originated and developed in the Rajput kingdoms during the Mughal period.2. Dhrupad is primarily a devotional and spiritual music.3. Dhrupad Alap uses Sanskrit syllables fromMantras.Select the correct answer using the codes given below : |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | None of the above is correct |
| Answer» C. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 25. |
A person stood alone in a desert on a dark night and wanted to reach his village which was situated 5 km east of the point where he was standing. He had no instruments to find the direction but he located the polestar. The most convenient way nowto reach his village is to walk in the |
| A. | direction facing the polestar |
| B. | direction opposite to the polestar |
| C. | direction keeping the polestar to his left |
| D. | direction keeping the polestar to his right |
| Answer» D. direction keeping the polestar to his right | |
| 26. |
Which of the following can be threats to the biodiversity of a geographical area?1. Global warming2. Fragmentation of habitat3. Invasion of alien species4. Promotion of vegetarianismSelect the correct answer using the codes given below : |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 only | |
| 27. |
What would happen if phytoplankton of an ocean is completely destroyed for some reason?1. The ocean as a carbon sink would be adversely affected.2. The food chains in the ocean would be adversely affected.3. The density of ocean water would drastically decrease.Select the correct answer using the codes given below : |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 2 only | |
| 28. |
Consider the following :1. Black-necked crane2. Cheetah3. Flying squirrel4. Snow leopardWhich of the above are naturally found in India? |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 only |
| B. | 1, 3 and 4 only |
| C. | 2 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» C. 2 and 4 only | |
| 29. |
Howdoes National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting the Indian agriculture?1. NBA checks the biopiracy and protects the indigenous and traditional genetic resources.2. NBA directly monitors and supervises the scientific research on genetic modifi-cation of crop plants.3. Application for Intellectual Property Rights related to genetic/biological resources cannot be made without the approvalof NBA.Which of the statements given above is /are correct? |
| A. | 1 -only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 30. |
Consider the following agricultural practices:1. Contour bunding2. Relay cropping3. Zero tillageIn the context of global climate change, which of the above helps/help in carbon seques-tration/storage in the soil? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 3 only |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | None of them |
| Answer» C. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 31. |
Vultures which used to be very common in Indian countryside some years ago are rarely seen nowadays. This is attributed to |
| A. | the destruction of their nesting sites by new invasive species |
| B. | a drug used by cattle owners for treating their diseased cattle |
| C. | scarcity of food available to them |
| D. | a widespread, persistent and fatal disease among them |
| Answer» C. scarcity of food available to them | |
| 32. |
The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment describes the following major categories of ecosystem services-provisioning, supporting, regulating, preserving and cultural. Which one of the following is supporting service? |
| A. | Production of food and water |
| B. | Control of climate and disease |
| C. | Nutrient cycling and crop pollination |
| D. | Maintenance of diversity |
| Answer» D. Maintenance of diversity | |
| 33. |
Consider the following areas:1. Bandipur 2. Bhitarkanika3. Manas 4. SunderbansWhich of the above are Tiger Reserves? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 1, 3 and 4 only |
| C. | 2, 3 and 4 only |
| D. | l, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» C. 2, 3 and 4 only | |
| 34. |
Which of the following are the methods of Parliamentary control over public finance in India?1. Placing Annual Financial Statement before the Parliament2. Withdrawal of moneys fromConsolidated Fund of India only after passing the Appropriation Bill3. Provisions of supplementary grants and vote-on-account4. A periodic or at least a mid-year review of programme of the Government against macroeconomic forecasts and expenditure by a Parliamentary Budget Office5. Introducing Finance Bill in the ParliamentSelect the correct answer using the codes given below : |
| A. | 1, 2, 3 and 5 only |
| B. | 1, 2 and 4 only |
| C. | 3, 4 and 5 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 35. |
Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements:1. He/She holds the office during the pleasure of the President.2. He/She need not be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a member of the Housewithin six months fromthe date of his/her election.3. If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker.Which of the statements given above is /are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 3 only |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | None |
| Answer» C. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 36. |
In which one among the following categories of protected areas in India are local people not allowed to collect and use the biomass? |
| A. | Biosphere Reserves |
| B. | National Parks |
| C. | Wetlands declared under Ramsar Convention |
| D. | Wildlife Sanctuaries |
| Answer» C. Wetlands declared under Ramsar Convention | |
| 37. |
Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India have a bearing on Education?1. Directive Principles of State Policy2. Rural and Urban Local Bodies3. Fifth Schedule4. Sixth Schedule5. Seventh ScheduleSelect the correct answer using the codes given below : |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 3, 4 and 5 only |
| C. | 1, 2 and 5 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 38. |
Which of the following are included in the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?1. A dispute between the Government of India and one or more States2. A dispute regarding elections to either House of the Parliament or that of Legislature of a State3. A dispute between the Government of India and a Union Territory4. A dispute between two or more StatesSelect the correct answer using the codes given below : |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 4 |
| D. | 3 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 3 and 4 | |
| 39. |
With reference to consumersrights/ privileges under the provisions of law in India, which of the followingstatements is/are correct?1. Consumers are empowered to take samples for food testing.2. When a consumer files a complaint in any consumer forum, no fee is required to be paid.3. In case of death of a consumer, his/her legal heir can file a complaint in the consumer forumon his/her behalf.Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 40. |
The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 was enacted in consonance with which of the following provisions of theConstitution of India?1. Right to healthy environment, construed as a part of Right to life under Article 212. Provision of grants for raising the level of administration in the Scheduled Areas for the welfare of Scheduled Tribesunder Article 275(1)3. Powers and functions of Gram Sabha as mentioned under Article 243(A)Select the correct answer using the codes 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 | |
| 41. |
In the Parliament of India, the purpose of an adjournment motion is |
| A. | to allowa discussion on a definite matter of urgent public importance |
| B. | to let opposition members collect information fromthe ministers |
| C. | to allowa reduction of specific amount in demand for grant |
| D. | to postpone the proceedings to check the inappropriate or violent behaviour on the part of some members |
| Answer» B. to let opposition members collect information fromthe ministers | |
| 42. |
GramSabha?1. GramSabha has the power to prevent alienation of land in the Scheduled Areas.2. GramSabha has the ownership of minor forest produce.3. Recommendation of Gram Sabha is required for granting prospecting licence or mining lease for any mineral in theScheduled Areas.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 2 and 3 only | |
| 43. |
Howdo District Rural Development Agencies (DRDAs) help in the reduction of rural poverty in India?1. DRDAs act as Panchayati Raj Institutions in certain specified backward regions of the country.2. DRDAs undertake area-specific scientific study of the causes of poverty and malnutrition and prepare detailed remedial measures.3. DRDAs secure inter-sectoral and inter-departmental coordination and cooperation for effective implementation of ntipoverty programmes.4. DRDAs watch over and ensure effective utilization of the funds intended for anti-poverty programmes.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 only |
| B. | 3 and 4 only |
| C. | 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 44. |
What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India?1. While appointing the Supreme Court Judges, the President of India has to consult the Chief Justice of India.2. The Supreme Court Judges can be removed by the Chief Justice of India only.3. The salaries of the Judges are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India to which the legislature does not have to vote.4. All appointments of officers and staffs of the Supreme Court of India are made by the Government only after consultingthe Chief Justice of India.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 3 only |
| B. | 3 and 4 only |
| C. | 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» B. 3 and 4 only | |
| 45. |
Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian Constitution?1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture2. To protect the weaker sections fromsocial injustice3. To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry4. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activitySelect the correct answer using the codes given below : |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 1, 3 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2, 3 and 4 | |
| 46. |
Consider the following statements:1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.2. It is within the purviewof the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the election disputes.3. According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | None |
| Answer» E. | |
| 47. |
Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution ofIndia :1. Securing for citizens of India a uniformcivil code2. Organizing village Panchayats3. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas4. Securing for all the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunitiesWhich of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy? |
| A. | 1, 2 and 4 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1, 3 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» C. 1, 3 and 4 only | |
| 48. |
A deadlock between the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha calls for a joint sitting of the Parliament during the passageof1. Ordinary Legislation2. Money Bill3. Constitution Amendment BillSelect the correct answer using the codes 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 | |
| 49. |
With reference to the Delimitation Commission, consider the following statements :1. The orders of the Delimitation Commission cannot be challenged in a Court of Law.2. When the orders of the Delimitation Commission are laid before the Lok Sabha or State Legislative Assembly, theycannot effect any modifications in the orders.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 | |
| 50. |
In India, other than ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and for intended purpose, what is the importance of the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)?1. CAG exercises exchequer control on behalf of the Parliament when the President of India declares national emergency/financial emergency.2. CAG reports on the execution of projects or programmes by the ministries are discussed by the Public Accounts Committee.3. Information from CAG reports can be used by investigating agencies to press charges against those who have violated the law while managing public finances.4. While dealing with the audit and accounting of government companies, CAG has certain judicial powers for prosecuting those who violate the law.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1, 3 and 4 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2, 3 and 4 | |