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| 1. |
Match List I (endocrine glands) with List II (secreting hormones) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists List I (endocrine glands) List II (secreting hormones) A. Genitourinary glands 1. Insulin B. Pituitary gland 2. Progesterone C. Pancreas 3. Growth hormone D. Adrenal 4. Cartisone |
| A. | A-(3),B-(2),C-(4),D-(1) |
| B. | A-(2),B-(3),C-(4),D-(1) |
| C. | A-(2),B-(3),C-(1),D-(4) |
| D. | A-(3),B-(2),C-(1),D-(4) |
| Answer» D. A-(3),B-(2),C-(1),D-(4) | |
| 2. |
Consider the following statements 1. Non-functioning lacrimal gland is the main symptom of Vitamin A deficiency. 2. Deficiency of B vitamins can cause indigestion and heart failure. 3. Deficiency of Vitamin-C can be the cause of muscle pain. 4. Deficiency of Vitamin-D causes excess loss of Ca^++ in urine. Which of the above statements are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2,3 and 4 |
| C. | 1,3 and 4 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» E. | |
| 3. |
Match the List I (Bone) List II (Name) A. Sternum 1. Clavicle B. Jatruka 2. Patella C. Gentle 3. Scapula D. Wither plate 4. Sternum |
| A. | A-(4),B-(1),C-(3),D-(2) |
| B. | A-(1),B-(4),C-(3),D-(2) |
| C. | A-(1),B-(4),C-(2),D-(3) |
| D. | A-(4),B-(1),C-(2),D-(3) |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4. |
With reference to the transmission of human immunodeficiency virus (Human immunodeficiency virus), which of the following statements is not correct? |
| A. | Female to male transmission is twice as likely as male to female transmission |
| B. | If the person is also suffering from any other sexually transmitted disease, then the chances of transmission are increased. |
| C. | The infected mother can transmit the infection to her baby during pregnancy, during labor and through breastfeeding |
| D. | The risk of infection is much greater with transfusion of infected blood than from a contaminated needle |
| Answer» B. If the person is also suffering from any other sexually transmitted disease, then the chances of transmission are increased. | |
| 5. |
Match the List I (substance) List II (Physical role) A. Tylen 1. Converts angiotensinogen in blood to Angiotensin B. Pepsin 2. Digests starch C. Renin 3. Digests proteins D. Oxytocin 4. Hydrolysates fats 5. Induces contraction in masticatory muscles |
| A. | A-(2),B-(3),C-(1),D-(5) |
| B. | A-(3),B-(4),C-(2),D-(5) |
| C. | A-(2),B-(3),C-(5),D-(1) |
| D. | A-(3),B-(1),C-(2),D-(4) |
| Answer» B. A-(3),B-(4),C-(2),D-(5) | |
| 6. |
What is the difference between antelope 'oryx' and 'chiru'? |
| A. | The oryx is adapted to live in hot and dry regions, while the chiru is adapted to live in cool high montane grasslands and semi-desert regions. |
| B. | Oryx is hunted for its adornments, while Chiru is hunted for musk. |
| C. | The oryx is found only in western India, while the chiru is found only in north-east India. |
| D. | neither of the above |
| Answer» B. Oryx is hunted for its adornments, while Chiru is hunted for musk. | |
| 7. |
Apart from resistance to pests, what are the possibilities for which genetically modified plants have been created? 1. Enabling them to tolerate drought. 2. To increase the nutritional value of the product. 3. To enable them to grow and perform photosynthesis in spacecraft and space stations. 4. Extending their shelf life. |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 3 and 4 |
| C. | 1,2 and 4 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» D. all these | |
| 8. |
What is the role of ultraviolet radiation in water purification systems? 1. It inactivates/destroys harmful microorganisms present in water. 2. It removes all the undesirable odors present in the water. 3.It accelerates the sedimentation of all the solid particles present in the water, removes turbidity and improves the purity of the water. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 | |
| 9. |
Due to the widespread resistance of the malaria parasite to drugs such as chloroquine, efforts are being made to develop malaria vaccines to fight malaria. What is the difficulty in developing an effective malaria vaccine? |
| A. | The causative agents of malaria are different species of Plasmodium. |
| B. | Humans do not develop immunity to malaria during natural infection. |
| C. | Vaccines can only be developed against bacteria |
| D. | Man is the only intermediary host, no other host |
| Answer» C. Vaccines can only be developed against bacteria | |
| 10. |
Microbial fuel cells are considered a sustainable source of energy. Why ? 1. They can produce electricity from certain substrates using living organisms as catalysts. 2. They use a variety of inorganic materials as substrates. 3. It can be installed in waste water treatment plants to purify water and generate electricity. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» E. | |
| 11. |
Mycorrhizal biotechnology has been used to rehabilitate degraded sites because of the ability of plants to 1. resistance to drought and increase absorption area through fungicides. 2. Ability to tolerate extremes of pH is reached. 3. From disease comes the capacity for resistance. |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | All of the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 12. |
Who was the first woman architect of the Chipko movement in Uttarakhand? |
| A. | Radha Devi |
| B. | Sarala Devi |
| C. | Janaki Devi |
| D. | Gaura Devi |
| Answer» E. | |
| 13. |
By what name was Garhwal known in Skanda Purana? |
| A. | Jalandhar |
| B. | kurmachal |
| C. | stronghold |
| D. | Kedarkhand |
| Answer» E. | |
| 14. |
Government of India is encouraging the cultivation of 'Sea Buckthorn'. What is the importance of this plant? 1. It is helpful in controlling soil erosion and prevents desertification. 2. It is a rich source of biodiesel 3. It has nutritive value and is well adapted to survive in cold regions of high altitude. 4. Its timber has high commercial value. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? |
| A. | only 1 |
| B. | 2,3 and 4 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | all these |
| Answer» D. all these | |
| 15. |
How many peaks is surrounded byHemkund Lakein Uttarakhand? |
| A. | from seven snow-capped peaks |
| B. | from nine snow-capped peaks |
| C. | from eight snow-capped peaks |
| D. | from three snow-capped peaks |
| Answer» B. from nine snow-capped peaks | |
| 16. |
At which place in Uttarakhand the Bhagirathi river joins the Alaknanda river? |
| A. | in Karna Prayag |
| B. | Vishnu in Prayag |
| C. | in Nand Prayag |
| D. | in Dev Prayag |
| Answer» E. | |
| 17. |
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is an international treaty that |
| A. | In 1972, the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment was held in Stockholm at the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment. |
| B. | In 1992 at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UN Conference on Environment and Development) in Rio de Janeiro |
| C. | The World Summit on Sustainable Development was held in Johannesburg in the year 2002 (World Summit of Sustainable Development) |
| D. | United Nations Climate Change Conference (UN Climate Change Conference) held in A Copenhagen, 2009 |
| Answer» C. The World Summit on Sustainable Development was held in Johannesburg in the year 2002 (World Summit of Sustainable Development) | |
| 18. |
In the state of UttarakhandBhakaris used? |
| A. | for milk collection |
| B. | for collection of fruits |
| C. | for food collection |
| D. | for water collection |
| Answer» D. for water collection | |
| 19. |
Which is called the state of locks in the state of Uttarakhand? |
| A. | Pithoragarh |
| B. | Almora |
| C. | Pauri |
| D. | Nainital |
| Answer» E. | |
| 20. |
Which fair is organized at the confluence of Kali and Gauri rivers in the state of Uttarakhand? |
| A. | Bagwal Mela |
| B. | Uttarayani Mela |
| C. | Joljeevi Mela |
| D. | guindi fair |
| Answer» D. guindi fair | |
| 21. |
Due to human activities, the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere has increased, but much of it does not remain in the lower part of the atmosphere, because 1. It escapes to the outer stratosphere. 2. Phytoplankton do photosynthesis in the oceans. 3. Polar ice caps capture the air. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | only 2 |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | only 3 |
| Answer» C. 2 and 3 | |
| 22. |
Which is the shortest ashram in Kailash Mansarovar? |
| A. | Tawaghat Ashram |
| B. | Narayan Ashram |
| C. | Mayawati Ashram |
| D. | non-attachment ashram |
| Answer» C. Mayawati Ashram | |
| 23. |
Which one of the following statements regarding 'Carbon Credit' is not correct? |
| A. | The carbon credit system was ratified in conjunction with the Kyoto Protocol |
| B. | Carbon credits are awarded to countries or groups that have reduced their greenhouse gas emissions to below the emission threshold. |
| C. | The goal of carbon credits is to curb the increase in carbon dioxide emissions. |
| D. | Carbon credits are bought and sold at prices fixed by the United Nations Environment Program from time to time. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 24. |
Match the List I (Oceanic plate) List II (Location) A. Aleutian 1. Indian Ocean B. Carmadec 2. North Pacific Ocean C. Sunda 3. South Pacific Ocean D. S. Sandwich 4. South Andhra Ocean |
| A. | A-(2),B-(4),C-(1),D-(3) |
| B. | A-(2),B-(3),C-(1),D-(4) |
| C. | A-(1),B-(3),C-(2),D-(4) |
| D. | A-(1),B-(4),C-(2),D-(3) |
| Answer» C. A-(1),B-(3),C-(2),D-(4) | |
| 25. |
With reference to 'Global Environment Facility', which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? |
| A. | It serves as the financial mechanism for the 'Convention on Biodiversity' and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change'. |
| B. | It conducts scientific research on environmental issues at the global level. |
| C. | It is an agency under the OECD that facilitates transfer of technology and funds to underdeveloped countries with the specific objective of protecting their environment. |
| D. | both a and B |
| Answer» E. | |
| 26. |
Which is the military town of Uttarakhand state? |
| A. | Dehradun |
| B. | Haridwar |
| C. | Nainital |
| D. | Uttarkashi |
| Answer» B. Haridwar | |
| 27. |
What are the reasons for public opposition to the introduction of Bt brinjal in India? 1. Bt brinjal has been created by inserting the genes of soil fungi in its genome. 2. Bt brinjal seeds are terminator seeds, due to which farmers have to buy seeds from seed companies before each season. 3. There is a apprehension that the consumption of Bt brinjal may have adverse health effects. 4. There is also concern that the introduction of Bt brinjal may adversely affect biodiversity. |
| A. | 1,2 and 3 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 3 and 4 |
| D. | All of the above |
| Answer» D. All of the above | |
| 28. |
Litchi city of Uttarakhand state is? |
| A. | Chamoli |
| B. | Tehri Garhwal |
| C. | Dehradun |
| D. | Champawat |
| Answer» D. Champawat | |
| 29. |
By what surname is the city of Almora in Uttarakhand known? |
| A. | city of sweets |
| B. | small Kashmir |
| C. | queen of mountains |
| D. | Litchi Nagar |
| Answer» B. small Kashmir | |
| 30. |
Which city of the state is also known as the city of lakes and the city of lakes? |
| A. | Almora |
| B. | Pithoragarh |
| C. | Mussoorie |
| D. | Nainital |
| Answer» E. | |
| 31. |
Match the List I (Minerals) List II (Major Producers) A. Mineral Oil 1. Zambia B. Copper 2. Guyana C. Manganese 3. Venezuela D. Bauxite 4. Gabon |
| A. | A-(3),B-(1),C-(4),D-(2) |
| B. | A-(3),B-(1),C-(2),D-(4) |
| C. | A-(1),B-(3),C-(2),D-(4) |
| D. | A-(1),B-(3),C-(4),D-(2) |
| Answer» B. A-(3),B-(1),C-(2),D-(4) | |
| 32. |
In which district is theNainital Lakelocated in the state of Uttarakhand? |
| A. | Almora |
| B. | Nainital |
| C. | Uttarkashi |
| D. | Pithoragarh |
| Answer» C. Uttarkashi | |
| 33. |
What is the number of Blocks of Development (BLOCK) as per 2011 Census? |
| A. | 95 development block |
| B. | 121 Development Block |
| C. | 112 Development Block |
| D. | 87 Development Block |
| Answer» B. 121 Development Block | |
| 34. |
Match the List I (Industrial Unit) List II (Centre) A. Atlas Cycle Company Limited 1. Bangalore B. Bharat Earth Movers Limited 2. Bhubaneswar C. Indian Farmers Fertilizers 3. Kalol Co-operative Limited D. National Aluminum Company Limited 4 Sonepat |
| A. | A-(1),B-(4),C-(2),D-(3) |
| B. | A-(1),B-(4),C-(3),D-(2) |
| C. | A-(4),B-(1),C-(2),D-(3) |
| D. | A-(4),B-(1),C-(3),D-(2) |
| Answer» E. | |
| 35. |
Which city of Uttarakhand state is known by the nicknames Gangadwar, Pavan Nagar, Kumbh Nagar, Mayapuri, Kapila etc.? |
| A. | Almora |
| B. | Dehradun |
| C. | Haridwar |
| D. | Rishikesh |
| Answer» D. Rishikesh | |
| 36. |
Match List I (Power Generation Plant) List II (Fill Material) A. M/s Gautami Solvents Oil 1. Rice Bran Ltd. Andhra Pradesh B. M/s KM Sugar 2. Slaughterhouse Waste C. M/s Satia Paper Mills, Punjab 3. Remains of brewery D. M/s Al Kabir Exports 4. Krishna Dev |
| A. | A-(3),B-(1),C-(2),D-(4) |
| B. | A-(3),B-(1),C-(4),D-(2) |
| C. | A-(1),B-(3),C-(4),D-(2) |
| D. | A-(1),B-(3),C-(2),D-(4) |
| Answer» D. A-(1),B-(3),C-(2),D-(4) | |
| 37. |
Consider the following statements about flaky rocks: 1. Flaky rocks are formed by the aquatic system on the earth's surface. 2. The formation of layered rocks involves the erosion of pre-existing rocks. 3. Flake rocks contain fossils. 4. Clay rocks are typically found in layers. Which of the above statements are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 1 and 4 |
| C. | 2,3 and 4 |
| D. | All of the above |
| Answer» E. | |
| 38. |
Which state has become the state of Uttarakhand to get the status of a special state in India? |
| A. | 12th |
| B. | 13th |
| C. | 14th |
| D. | 11th |
| Answer» E. | |
| 39. |
When has the Government of India granted the status of a special category state to the state of Uttarakhand? |
| A. | on April 1, 2001 |
| B. | on April 20, 2002 |
| C. | on March 1, 2003 |
| D. | On January 10, 2000 |
| Answer» B. on April 20, 2002 | |
| 40. |
What is the total number of municipal councils in the state as per 2011 census? |
| A. | 18 |
| B. | 25 |
| C. | 32 |
| D. | 39 |
| Answer» D. 39 | |
| 41. |
Consider the following statements 1. Most magma is a mixture of liquid, solid and gas. 2. Water vapor and carbon dioxide are the major gases dissolved in magma. 3. Basaltic magma is hotter than silicic magma. 4. The mass of magma in horizontal position between layered rocks is called dike. Which of the above statements are correct? |
| A. | 1,2 and 3 |
| B. | 2,3 and 4 |
| C. | 1 and 4 |
| D. | 1,2 and 4 |
| Answer» B. 2,3 and 4 | |
| 42. |
Rishikesh city is situated on the bank of which river? |
| A. | Sharda River |
| B. | The River Ganges |
| C. | Yamuna river |
| D. | Ramganga River |
| Answer» C. Yamuna river | |
| 43. |
What is the total number of villages in the state of Uttarakhand? |
| A. | 16,826 villages |
| B. | 15,342 villages |
| C. | 17,640 villages |
| D. | 14,780 villages |
| Answer» B. 15,342 villages | |
| 44. |
What is the total length of Ramganga river? Is ? |
| A. | 650 km |
| B. | 600 km. |
| C. | 540 kms |
| D. | 345 kms |
| Answer» C. 540 kms | |
| 45. |
In which district of Uttarakhand state is the origin of Ramganga river located? |
| A. | Garhwal |
| B. | Nainital |
| C. | Almora |
| D. | Kedarnath |
| Answer» B. Nainital | |
| 46. |
Consider the following statements about earthquakes 1. The intensity of an earthquake is measured on the Mercalli scale. 2. The magnitude of an earthquake is a measure of the energy released. 3. The magnitude of the earthquake is based on direct measurements of the amplitude of the seismic waves. 4. In the Richter scale, each integer represents a hundredfold increase in the resultant energy released. Which of the above statements are correct? |
| A. | 1,2 and 3 |
| B. | 2,3 and 4 |
| C. | 1 and 4 |
| D. | 1 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 2,3 and 4 | |
| 47. |
Match the List I (Local Wind) List II (Region) A. Fon 1. Argentina B. Sagun 2. Kurdistan C. Santa Ana 3. California D. Sanda 4. Alps |
| A. | A-(2),B-(4),C-(1),D-(3) |
| B. | A-(4),B-(2),C-(3),D-(1) |
| C. | A-(2),B-(4),C-(3),D-(1) |
| D. | A-(4),B-(2),C-(1),D-(3) |
| Answer» C. A-(2),B-(4),C-(3),D-(1) | |
| 48. |
Which Indian state has introduced one lakh rupees cash prize for providing information on sex determination or female feticide? |
| A. | Rajasthan |
| B. | Haryana |
| C. | Orissa |
| D. | Punjab |
| Answer» C. Orissa | |
| 49. |
Haridwar is situated on the banks of which river in the state of Uttarakhand? |
| A. | Yamuna river |
| B. | The River Ganges |
| C. | Chambal River |
| D. | Alaknanda River |
| Answer» C. Chambal River | |
| 50. |
Badrinath in the state of Uttarakhand is situated on the bank of which river? |
| A. | Yamuna river |
| B. | Sharda River |
| C. | Ramganga River |
| D. | Alaknanda River |
| Answer» E. | |