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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. |
Consider the following :1. Assessment of land revenue on the basis of nature of the soil and the quality of crops2. Use of mobile cannons in warfare3. Cultivation of tobacco and red chilliesWhich of the above was/were introduced into India by the English? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 |
| C. | 3 and 2 |
| D. | None |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2. |
1. the Congress passed a resolution demanding complete independence2. the rift between the extremists and moderates was resolved in that Session3. a resolution was passed rejecting the two-nation theory in that SessionWhich of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 | |
| 3. |
Consider the following statements :The most effective contribution made by Dadabhai Naoroji to the cause of Indian National Movement was that he1. exposed the economic exploitation of India by the British2. interpreted the ancient Indian texts and restored the self-confidence of Indians3. stressed the need for eradication of all the social evils before anything elseWhich 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» B. 2 and 3 only | |
| 4. |
With reference to the religious history of medieval India, the Sufi mystics were known to pursue which of the following practices?1. Meditation and control of breath2. Severe ascetic exercises in a lonely place3. Recitation of holy songs to arouse a state of ecstasy in their audienceSelect the correct answer using the codes given below : |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 5. |
With reference to the scientific progress of ancient India, which of the statements given below are correct?1. Different kinds of specialized surgical instruments were in common use by 1st century AD.2. Transplant of internal organs in the human body had begun by the beginning of 3rd century AD.3. The concept of sine of an angle was known in 5th century AD.4. The concept of cyclic quadrilaterals was known in 7th century AD.Select the correct answer using the codes given below : |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 3 and 4 only |
| C. | 1, 3 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2, 3 and 4 | |
| 6. |
With reference to the history. of ancient India, which of the following was/were common to both Buddhism andJainism?1. Avoidance of extremities of penance and enjoyment2. Indifference to the authority of the Vedas3. Denial of efficacy of ritualsSelect 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» C. 1 and 3 only | |
| 7. |
With reference toLook East Policyof India, consider the following statements:1. India wants to establish itself as an important regional player in the East Asian affairs.2. India wants to plug the vacuum created by the termination of Cold War.3. India wants to restore the historical and cultural ties with its neighbours in Southeast and East Asia.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 3 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 3 only | |
| 8. |
A company marketing food products advertises that its items do not contain trans-fats. What does this campaign signify to the customers?1. The food products are not made out of hydrogenated oils.2. The food products are not made out of animal fats/oils.3. The oils used are not likely to damage the cardiovascular health of the consumers.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 | |
| 9. |
All revenues received by the Union. Government by way of taxes and other receipts for the conduct of Government business are credited to the. |
| A. | Contingency Fund of India |
| B. | Public Account |
| C. | Consolidated Fund of India |
| D. | Deposits and Advances Fund |
| Answer» D. Deposits and Advances Fund | |
| 10. |
Microfinance is the provision of financial services to people of low-income groups. This includesboth the consumers and the self-employed. The service/services rendered under micro-finance is/are:1. Credit facilities2. Savings facilities3. Insurance facilities4. Fund Transfer facilitiesSelect the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 4 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 11. |
In India, if a religious sect/community is giventhe status of a national minority, what special advantages it is entitled to?1. It can establish and administer exclusive educational institutions.2. The President of India automatically nominates a representative of the community to Lok Sabha.3. It can derive benefits from the Prime Minister's 15-Point Programme.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 | |
| 12. |
India is home to lakhs of persons with disabilities. What are the benefits available to them underme law?1. Free schooling till the age of 18 years in government-run schools.2. Preferential allotment of land for getting up business.3. Ramps in public buildings.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» E. | |
| 13. |
The authorization for the withdrawal of funds from the- Consolidated Fund of India must come from |
| A. | The President of India |
| B. | The Parliament of India |
| C. | The Prime. Minister of India |
| D. | The Union Finance, Minister |
| Answer» C. The Prime. Minister of India | |
| 14. |
In the context of global oil prices,Brent crude oilis frequently referred to in the news. What does this term imply?1. It is a major classification of crude oil.2. It is sourced from North Sea.3. It does not contain sulphur.4. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 2 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 only . |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 1 and 3 only | |
| 15. |
Thedharmaandritadepict a central idea of ancient Vedic civilization of India, In this context, consider the following statements:1. Dharma was a conception of obligations and of the discharge of one s duties to oneself and to others.2. Rita was the fundamental moral law governing the functioning of the universe and all it contained.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 | |
| 16. |
The jet aircrafts fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratosphere. What could be theappropriate explanation?1. There are no clouds or water vapour in the lower stratosphere.2. There are no vertical winds in the lower stratosphere.Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 17. |
The Brahmaputra, Irrawady and Mekong rivers originate in Tibet and flow through narrow and parallel mountain ranges in their upper reaches. Of these rivers, Brahmaputra makes aUturn in its course to flow into India. ThisUturn is due to |
| A. | Uplift of folded Himalayan series |
| B. | Syntaxial bending of geologically young Himalayas |
| C. | Geo-tectonic disturbance in the tertiary folded mountain chains |
| D. | Both (a) and (b) above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 18. |
Regarding the Indus Valley Civilization, consider the following statements:1. It was predominantly a secular civilization and the religious element, though present, did not dominate the scene,2. During this period, cotton was used for manufacturing textiles in India.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 | |
| 19. |
Both Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) are related to investment in a country. Which one of the following statements best represents an important difference between the two? |
| A. | FII helps bring better management skills and technology, while FDI only brings in capital |
| B. | FII helps in increasing capital availability in general, while FDI only targets specific sectors |
| C. | FDI flows only into the secondary market, while FII targets primary market |
| D. | FII is considered to be more stable than FDI |
| Answer» C. FDI flows only into the secondary market, while FII targets primary market | |
| 20. |
With reference to India, consider the following Central Acts:1. Import and Export (Control) Act, 19472. Mining and Mineral Development (Regulation) Act, 19573. Customs Act, 19624. Indian Forest Act, 1927Which of the above Acts have relevance to/bearing on the biodiversity conservation in the country? |
| A. | 1 and 3 only |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 only |
| C. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| D. | None of the above Acts |
| Answer» D. None of the above Acts | |
| 21. |
Regular intake of fresh fruits and vegetables is recommended in the die since they are a good source of antioxidants. How do antioxidants help a person maintain health and promote longevity? |
| A. | They activate the enzyme necessary for vitamin synthesis in the body and help prevent vitamin deficiency |
| B. | They prevent excessive oxidation of carbohydrates, fats and protein in the body and help avoid unnecessary wastage of energy |
| C. | They neutralize the free radical produced in the body during metabolism |
| D. | They activate certain genes in the cells of the body and help delay the ageing process |
| Answer» D. They activate certain genes in the cells of the body and help delay the ageing process | |
| 22. |
A layer in the Earth's atmosphere called Ionosphere facilitates radio communication. Why?1. The presence of ozone causes the reflection of radio waves to Earth.2. Radio waves have a very long wavelength.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. | |
| 23. |
Aclosed economyis an economy in which |
| A. | the money supply is fully controlled |
| B. | deficit financing takes place |
| C. | only exports take place |
| D. | neither exports nor imports take place |
| Answer» E. | |
| 24. |
Three of the following criteria have contributed to the recognition of Western Ghats-Sri Lankaand Indo-Burma regions as hotspots of biodiversity:1. Species richness2. Vegetation density3. Endemism4. Ethno-botanical importance5. Threat perception6. Adaptation of flora and fauna to warm and humid conditionsWhich three of the above are correct criteria in this context? |
| A. | 1, 2 and 6 |
| B. | 2, 4 and 6 |
| C. | 1, 3 and 5 |
| D. | 3, 4 and 6 |
| Answer» D. 3, 4 and 6 | |
| 25. |
In the context of ecosystem productivity, marine upwelling zones are important as they increase the marine productivity by bringing the1. decomposer microorganisms to the surface.2. nutrients to the surface.3. bottom-dwelling organisms to- the surface.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | 3 only |
| Answer» C. 2 and 3 | |
| 26. |
Human activities in the recent past have Caused the increased concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, but a lot of it does not remain in the lower atmosphere because of1. its escape into the outer stratosphere.2. the photosynthesis by phyto-plankton in the oceans.3. the trapping of air in the polar ice caps.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | 3 only |
| Answer» D. 3 only | |
| 27. |
The New START treaty was in the news. What is this treaty? |
| A. | It is a bilateral strategic nuclear arms reduction treaty between the USA and the Russian Federation |
| B. | It is a multilateral energy security cooperation treaty among the members of the East Asia Summit |
| C. | It is a treaty between the Russian Federation and the European Union for the energy security cooperation |
| D. | It is a multilateral cooperation treaty among the BRICS countries for the promotion of trade |
| Answer» B. It is a multilateral energy security cooperation treaty among the members of the East Asia Summit | |
| 28. |
Westerlies in southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in northern hemisphere.Why?1. Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere.2. Coriolis force is higher in southern hemisphere as compared to northern hemisphereWhich 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 | |
| 29. |
Between India and East Asia, the navigation-time and distance can be greatly reduced by whichof the following?1. Deepening the Malacca straits between Malaysia and Indonesia.2. Opening a new canal across the Kra isthmus between the Gulf of Siam and Andaman Sea.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 | |
| 30. |
In the context of Indian economy, consider the following statements :1. The growth rate of GDP has steadily increased in the last five years.2. The growth rate in per capita income has steadily increased in the last five years.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. | |
| 31. |
Why is the offering ofteaser loansby commercial banks a cause of economic concern?1. The teaser loans are considered to be an aspect of sub-prime lending and banks may be exposed to the risk of defaulters in future.2. In India, the teaser loans are mostly given to inexperienced entrepreneurs to set up manufacturing or export units.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. | |
| 32. |
TheRed Data Bookspublished by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) contain lists of1. Endemic plant and animal species present in the biodiversity hotspots,2. Threatened plant and animal species.3. Protected sites for conservation of nature and natural resources in various countries.Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 and 3 |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | 3 only |
| Answer» C. 2 and 3 | |
| 33. |
Why is die Government of India disinvesting its equity in the Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) ?1. The Government intends to use the revenue earned-from the disinvestment mainly to pay back the external debt.2. The Government no longer intends to retain the management control of the CPSEs.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | I only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 34. |
With reference to micro-irrigation, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. Fertilizer/nutrient loss can be reduced.2. It is the only means of irrigation in dry land farming.3. In some areas of farming, receding of ground water table can be checked.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 | |
| 35. |
What is the difference between Bluetooth andWi-Fi devices? |
| A. | Bluetooth uses 2.4 GHz radio frequency band, whereas-Wi-Fi can use 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz frequency band |
| B. | Bluetooth is used for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) only, whereas Wi-Fi is used for Wireless Wide Area Networks (WWAN) only |
| C. | When information is transmitted between two devices using Blue-tooth technology, the devices have to be in the line of sight of each other, but when Wi-Fi technology is used the devices need not be in the line of sight of each other |
| D. | The statements (a) and (b) given above are correct in this context |
| Answer» B. Bluetooth is used for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) only, whereas Wi-Fi is used for Wireless Wide Area Networks (WWAN) only | |
| 36. |
India maintained its early cultural contacts and trade links with Southeast Asia across the Bay of Bengal. For this pre-eminence of early maritime history of Bay of Bengal, which of the following could be the most convincing .explanation/explanations? |
| A. | As compared to other countries, India had a better ship-building technology in ancient and medieval times |
| B. | The rulers of southern India always patronized traders, brahmin priests and buddhist monks in this context |
| C. | Monsoon winds across the Bay of Bengal facilitated sea voyages |
| D. | Both (a) and (b) are convincing explanations in this context |
| Answer» E. | |
| 37. |
La Nina is suspected to have caused recent floods in Australia. How is La Nina different from El Nino?(a.) La Nina is characterised by unusually cold ocean temperature in equatorial Indian Ocean whereas El Nino is characterised by unusually warm ocean temperature in the equatorial Pacific Ocean.2. El Nino has adverse effect on south-west monsoon of India, but La Nina has no effect on monsoon climate.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. | |
| 38. |
Consider the following :1. Photosynthesis2. Respiration3. Decay of organic matter4. Volcanic actionWhich of the above add carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on Earth? |
| A. | 1 and 4 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 2, 3 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2, 3 and 4 | |
| 39. |
There is a concern: over the increase in harmful algal blooms in the seawaters of India. What could be the causative factors for this phenomenon?1. Discharge of nutrients from the estuaries.2. Run-off from the land during the monsoon.3. Upwelling in the seas.Select the correct answer from the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 40. |
Two important rivers one with its source in Jharkhand (and known by a different name in Odisha), and another, with its source in Odisha merge at a place only a short distance from the coast of Bay of Bengal before flowing into the sea. This is an important site of wildlife and biodiversity and a protected area.Which one of the following could be this? |
| A. | Bhitarkanika |
| B. | Chandipur-on-sea |
| C. | Gopalpur-on-sea |
| D. | Simlipal |
| Answer» B. Chandipur-on-sea | |
| 41. |
Consider the following actions which the Government can take:1. Devaluing the domestic currency.2. Reduction in the export subsidy.3. Adopting suitable policies which attract greater FDI and more funds from FIIs.Which of the above action/actions can help in reducing the current account deficit? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 1 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 42. |
The Constitution (Seventy-Third Amendment) Act, 1992, which aims at promoting the Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country, provides for which of the following?1. Constitution of District Planning Committees.2. State Election Commissions to conduct all panchayat elections.3. Establishment of State Finance Commissions.Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 43. |
Microbial fuel cells are considered a source of sustainable energy. Why?1. They use living organisms as catalysts to generate electricity from certain substrates.2. They use a variety of inorganic materials as substrates.3. They can be installed in waste water, treatment plants to cleanse water and produce electricity.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 | |
| 44. |
Which one of the following statements appropriately describes thefiscal, stimulus ? |
| A. | It is a massive investment by the Government in manufacturing sector to ensure the supply of goods to meet the demand surge caused by rapid economic growth |
| B. | It is an intense affirmative action of the Government to boost economic activity in the country |
| C. | It is Government's intensive action on financial institutions to ensure disbursement of loans to agriculture and allied sectors to promote greater food production and contain food inflation |
| D. | It is an extreme affirmative action by the Government to pursue its policy of financial inclusion |
| Answer» C. It is Government's intensive action on financial institutions to ensure disbursement of loans to agriculture and allied sectors to promote greater food production and contain food inflation | |
| 45. |
At present, scientists can determine the arrangement or relative positions of genes or DNAsequences on a chromosome. How does this knowledge benefit us?1. It is possible to know the pedigree of livestock.2. It is possible to understand the causes of all human diseases.3. It is possible to develop disease-resistant animal breeds.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 46. |
Satellites used for telecommunication relay are kept in a geostationary orbit. A satellite is said to be in such an orbit when:1. The orbit is geosynchronous.2. The orbit is circular,3. The orbit lies in the plane of the Earth's equator.4. The orbit is at an altitude of 22,236 km.Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 only |
| B. | 1, 3 and 4 only |
| C. | 2 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2,3 and 4 |
| Answer» B. 1, 3 and 4 only | |
| 47. |
India has experienced persistent and high food inflation in the recent past. What could be the reasons?1. Due to a gradual switchover to the cultivation of commercial crops, the area under the cultivation of food grains has steadily decreased in the last five years by about 30%.2. As a consequence of increasing incomes, the consumption patterns of the% people have undergone a significant change.3. The food supply chain has structural constraints.Which of the statements given above1 are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 1 and 3 only | |
| 48. |
Consider the following:1. Carbon dioxide2. Oxides of Nitrogen3. Oxides of SulphurWhich of the above is/are the emission/ emissions from coal combustion at thermal power plants? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 49. |
In the Union Budget 2011-12, a full exemption from the basic customs duty was extended to the bio-based asphalt (bioasphalt). What is the importance of this material?1. Unlike traditional asphalt, bio-asphalt is not based on fossil fuels.2. Bioasphalt can be made from non-renewable resources.3. Bioasphalt can be made from organic waste materials.4. It is eco-friendly to use bioasphalt for surfacing of the roads.Which of the statements given above are correct? |
| 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 | |
| 50. |
Regarding international Monetary Fund, which one of the following statements is correct? |
| A. | It can grant loans to any country |
| B. | It can grant loans to only developed countries |
| C. | It grants loans to only member countries |
| D. | It can grant loans to the central bank of a country |
| Answer» D. It can grant loans to the central bank of a country | |