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| 60251. |
With reference to solar power production in India, consider the following statements:1. India is the third largest in the world in the manufacture of silicon wafers used in photovoltaic units.2. The solar power tariffs are determined by the Solar Energy Corporation of 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» E. | |
| 60252. |
With reference to Simon Commission's recommendations, which one of the following statements is correct? |
| A. | It recommended the replacement of diarchy with responsible government in the provinces. |
| B. | It proposed the setting up of interprovincial council under the Home Department. |
| C. | It suggested the abolition of bicameral legislature at the Centre. |
| D. | It recommended the creation of Indian Police Service with a provision for increased pay and allowances for British recruits as compared to Indian recruits. |
| Answer» B. It proposed the setting up of interprovincial council under the Home Department. | |
| 60253. |
With reference to satellite orbit, Perigee is the |
| A. | point in an intermediate orbit |
| B. | highest point in the orbit |
| C. | lowest point in the orbit |
| D. | none of these |
| Answer» D. none of these | |
| 60254. |
With reference to Section 415-420 of Indian Penal Code? |
| A. | Mischief |
| B. | Criminal Breach of Trust |
| C. | Fraud |
| D. | Extortion |
| Answer» D. Extortion | |
| 60255. |
With reference to river Teesta, consider the following statements:1. The source of river Teesta is the same as that of Brahmaputra but it flows through Sikkim.2. River Rangeet originates in Sikkim and it is a tributary of river Teesta.3. River Teesta flows into the Bay of Bengal on the border of India and Bangladesh.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 3 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 2 and 3 only | |
| 60256. |
With reference to Ryotwari Settlement, consider the following statements:1. The rent was paid directly by the peasants to the Government.2. The Government gave Pattas to the Ryots.3. The lands were surveyed and assessed before being taxed.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 only |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | None |
| Answer» D. None | |
| 60257. |
With reference to Rowlatt Satyagraha, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. The Rowlatt Act was based on the recommendations of the 'Sedition Committee'.2. In Rowlatt Satyagraha Gandhiji tried to utilize the Home Rule League.3. Demonstrations against the arrival of Simon Commission coincided with Rowlatt Satyagraha.Select the correct answer using the code given below. |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 2 and 3 only | |
| 60258. |
With reference to retail payments and settlement systems, what is the full form of NPCI? |
| A. | National Payment Consortium of India |
| B. | National Payments corporation of India |
| C. | National Piracy Council of India |
| D. | National Protection Council India |
| Answer» C. National Piracy Council of India | |
| 60259. |
With reference to Remote Sensing Technology, what does LIDAR stand for? |
| A. | Light Direction and Revolving |
| B. | Light Dimension and Reflection |
| C. | Light Detection and Ranging |
| D. | Light Distraction and Refraction |
| Answer» D. Light Distraction and Refraction | |
| 60260. |
With reference to 'Red Sanders', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements:1. It is a tree species found in a part of South India.2. It is one of the most important trees in the tropical rain forest areas of South 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» B. 2 only | |
| 60261. |
With reference to 'Quality Council of India (QCI)', consider the following statements:1. QCI was set up jointly by the Government of India and the Indian Industry.2. Chairman of QCI is appointed by the Prime Minister on the remommendations of the industry to the Government.Which of the above statements 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 | |
| 60262. |
With reference to pre-packaged items in India, it is mandatory to the manufacturer to put which of the following information on the main label, as per the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labelling) Regulations, 2011?1. List of ingredients including additives2. Nutrition information3. Recommendations, if any, made by the medical profession about the possibility of any allergic reaction4. Vegetarian/ non-vegetarianSelect the correct answer using the code given below. |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| C. | 1, 2 and 4 |
| D. | 1 and 4 only |
| Answer» D. 1 and 4 only | |
| 60263. |
With reference to pulse production in India, consider the following statements:1. Black gram can be cultivated as both kharif and rabi crop.2. Green-gram alone accounts for nearly half of pulse production.3. In the last three decades, while the production of kharif pulses has increased, the production on rabi pulses had decreased.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 2 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 only | |
| 60264. |
With reference to problem solving, fixation refers to |
| A. | Focused approach to problem solving |
| B. | Planned approach to problem solving |
| C. | An ability to see a problem from a fresh perspective |
| D. | An ability to comprehend the goals to be achieved |
| Answer» D. An ability to comprehend the goals to be achieved | |
| 60265. |
With reference to Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, consider the following statements:1. It is the flagship scheme of the Ministry of Labour and Employment2. It, among other things, will also impart training in soft skills, entrepreneurship, financial and digital literacy.3. It aims to align the competencies of the unregulated workforce of the country to the National Skill Qualification Framework.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 3 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 60266. |
With reference to 'Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bina Yojana', consider the following statements:1. Under this scheme, farmers will have to pay a uniform premium of two per cent for any crop they cultivate in any season of the year.2. This scheme covers post-harvest losses arising out of cyclones and unseasonal rains.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» C. Both 1 and 2 | |
| 60267. |
With reference to Panchayats which of the statements is/are correct?1. Fifty percent of seats shall be reserved for the women of SC/ST categories.2. Gram Sabha is a body consisting of all persons living in the village.3. There will be a Panchyat at intermediateSelect the correct answer using the codes given s below: |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | 3 only |
| Answer» E. | |
| 60268. |
With reference to official records, what were the 'consultations'? |
| A. | All kinds of transactions of English East India Company in Bengal. |
| B. | All kinds of military records of the English East India Company. |
| C. | Reports of advisors to the Governors of Presidencies. |
| D. | Records related with education and judiciary. |
| Answer» B. All kinds of military records of the English East India Company. | |
| 60269. |
With reference to Pondicherry (now Puducherry), consider the following statements : 1. The first European power to occupy Pondicherry were the Portuguese.2. The second European power to occupy Pondicherry was the French.3. The English never occupied Pondicherry.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 only | |
| 60270. |
With reference to Ocean Mean Temperature (OMT), which of the following statements is/are correct?1. OMT is measured up to a depth of 26°C isotherm which is 129 meters in the south-western Indian Ocean during January-March.2. OMT collected during January-March can be used in assessing whether the amount of rainfall in monsoon will be less or more than a certain long-term mean.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» C. Both 1 and 2 | |
| 60271. |
With reference to 'Organization for the Prohibitions of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)', consider the following statements:1. It is an organization of European Union in working relation with NATO and WHO.2. It monitors the chemical industry to prevent new weapons from emerging.3. It provides assistance and protection to States (Parties) against chemical weapons threats.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» C. 1 and 3 only | |
| 60272. |
With reference to organic farming in India, consider the following statements:1. 'The National Programme for Organic Production' (NPOP) is operated under the guidelines and directions of the Union Ministry of Rural Development.2. 'The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority' (APEDA) functions as the secretariat for the implementation of NPOP.3. Sikkim has become India's first fully organic State.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 1,2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 3 only | |
| 60273. |
With reference to object size, choose the odd one among the following 2D transformations: |
| A. | Translation |
| B. | Reflection |
| C. | Rotation |
| D. | Scaling |
| Answer» E. | |
| 60274. |
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 dryland farming.3. In some areas of farming, the receding of the groundwater 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 | |
| 60275. |
With reference to NRC Bill, what does "R‟ stand for? |
| A. | Regional |
| B. | Register |
| C. | Reserve |
| D. | Reconciliation |
| Answer» C. Reserve | |
| 60276. |
With reference to 'Near Field Communication (NFC) Technology', which of the following statements is/are correct?1. It is a contactless communication technology that uses electromagnetic radio fields.2. NFC is designed for use by devices which can be at a distance of even a metre from each other.3. NFC can use encryption when sending sensitive information.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» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 60277. |
With reference to 'National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF)', which of the statements given below is/are correct?1. Under NSQF, a learner can acquire the certification for competency only through formal learning.2. An outcome expected from the implementation of NSQF is the mobility between vocational and general education.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» C. Both 1 and 2 | |
| 60278. |
With reference to National Rural Health Mission, which of the following are the jobs of 'ASHA' a trained community health worker?1. Accompanying women to the health facility for antenatal care checkup2. Using pregnancy test kits for early detection of pregnancy3. Providing information on nutrition and immunization4. Conducting the delivery of babySelect the correct answer using the codes 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 | |
| 60279. |
With reference to 'National Investment and Infrastructure Fund', which of the following statements is/are correct?1. It is an organ of NITI Aayog.2. It has a corpus of Rs 4,00,000 crore at present.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. | |
| 60280. |
With reference to multimedia elements, pick the odd one out. |
| A. | Animation |
| B. | Graphics |
| C. | Voice Script |
| D. | Audio/Video |
| Answer» D. Audio/Video | |
| 60281. |
With reference to Mughal India, what is/are the difference/differences between Jagirdar and Zamindar?1. Jagirdars were holders of land assignments in lieu of judicial and police duties, whereas Zamindars were holders of revenue rights without obligation to perform any duty other than revenue collection.2. Land assignments to Jagirdars were hereditary and revenue rights of Zamindars were not hereditary.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. | |
| 60282. |
With reference to Mian Tansen, which one of the following statements is not correct? |
| A. | Tansen was the title given to him by Emperor Akbar. |
| B. | Tansen composed Dhrupads on Hindu gods and goddesses. |
| C. | Tansen composed songs on his patrons. |
| D. | Tansen invented many Ragas. |
| Answer» B. Tansen composed Dhrupads on Hindu gods and goddesses. | |
| 60283. |
With reference to modern farming in India consider the following statements.1. It led to green revolution in agriculture productions in 1950's2. It introduced the High Yielding Varieties (HYV) of wheat seeds only.3. Farmers of Punjab, Haryana and Western Uttar Pradesh were the first to try out the modern farming method in India.4. HYV seeds, however, needed plenty of water and also chemical fertilizers and pesticidesWhich of the above are true ? |
| A. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| B. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| C. | 3 and 4 only |
| D. | 2 and 3 only |
| Answer» D. 2 and 3 only | |
| 60284. |
With reference to metals and their ores, which of the following pairs is INCORRECT? |
| A. | Mercury (Hg) – Greenockite |
| B. | Gold (Au) – Calaverite |
| C. | Aluminium (Al) – Cryolite |
| D. | Cobalt (Co) – Smelite |
| Answer» B. Gold (Au) – Calaverite | |
| 60285. |
With reference to Manipuri Sankirtana, consider the following statements:1. It is a song and dance performance.2. Cymbals are the only musical instruments used in the performance.3. It is performed to narrate the life and deeds of Lord Krishna.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| B. | 1 and 3 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1 only |
| Answer» C. 2 and 3 only | |
| 60286. |
With reference to Lok Adalats, which of the following statements is correct? |
| A. | Lok Adalats have the jurisdiction to settle the matters at pre-litigative stage and not those matters pending before any court |
| B. | Lok Adalats can deal with matters which are civil and not criminal in nature |
| C. | Every Lok Adalat consists of either serving or retired judicial officers only and not any other person |
| D. | None of the statements given above is correct |
| Answer» E. | |
| 60287. |
With reference to 'LiFi' recently in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. It uses light as the medium for high-speed data transmission.2. It is a wireless technology and is several times faster than 'WiFi'.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 | |
| 60288. |
With reference to Lala Lajpat Rai which of the following statements is/are correct?At first, he was not in favour of the policy of Non-cooperation but later joined in favour with Gandhiji.Lala Lajpat Rai also participated in the formation of the Swaraj Party.Select the correct answer from 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 | |
| 60289. |
With reference to land reforms in independent India, which one of the following statements is correct? |
| A. | The ceiling laws were aimed at family holdings and not individual holdings. |
| B. | The major aim of land reforms was providing agricultural land to all the landless. |
| C. | It resulted in cultivation of cash crops as a predominant form of cultivation. |
| D. | Land reforms permitted no exemptions to the ceiling limits. |
| Answer» C. It resulted in cultivation of cash crops as a predominant form of cultivation. | |
| 60290. |
With reference to international money transactions, what is the full form of IMF? |
| A. | Indian Monetary Form |
| B. | International Money Form |
| C. | International Monetary Fund |
| D. | International Monitoring Fund |
| Answer» D. International Monitoring Fund | |
| 60291. |
With reference to Iron-Carbon equilibrium phase diagram, the crystal structure of 0.3% plain carbon steel at 1,100°C is |
| A. | HCP |
| B. | BCT |
| C. | BCC |
| D. | FCC |
| Answer» E. | |
| 60292. |
With reference to 'Initiative for Nutritional Security through Intensive Millets Promotion, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. This initiative aims to demonstrate the improved production and post-harvest technologies and to demonstrate value addition techniques, in an integrated manner, with a cluster approach.2. Poor, small, marginal and tribal farmers have a larger stake in this scheme.3. An important objective of the scheme is to encourage farmers of commercial crops to shift to millet cultivation by offering them free kits of critical inputs of nutrients and micro-irrigation equipment.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 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 60293. |
With reference to India's satellite launch vehicles, consider the following statements:1. PSLVs launch the satellites useful for Earth resources monitoring whereas GSLVs are designed mainly to launch communication satellites.2. Satellites launched by PSLV appear to remain permanently fixed in the same position in the sky, as viewed from a particular location on Earth.3. GSLV Mk III is a four- staged launch vehicle with the first and third stages using solid rocket motors; and the second and fourth stages using liquid rocket engines.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 2 |
| D. | 3 only |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 | |
| 60294. |
With reference to India's freedom struggle consider the following statements:1] In March 1940, the Muslim League passed a resolution committing itself to the creation of a separate nation called "Pakistan".2] The "Salt Satyagraha" campaign began in August 1942.3] Jayaprakash Narayan was a socialist member of the Congress and was active in the underground resistance during Quit India Movement.Which of the statements given above is / are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 3 only |
| Answer» D. 3 only | |
| 60295. |
With reference to India's freedom struggle consider the following statements:1] The socialist activist Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay had persuaded Gandhiji not to restrict the protests to men alone.2] The first meeting of the "Round Table Conferences" was held in November 1930 in Mumbai.3] Viceroy Lord Willingdon was sympathetic to Mahatma Gandhi.Which of the statements given above is / are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 3 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 60296. |
With reference to India's freedom struggle consider the following statements.1] In January 1915, Gandhiji returned to India after two decades of residence abroad.2] Mohammad Ali Jinnah, was a doctor of Punjabi extraction trained in Lahore.3] Gopal Krishna Gokhale was Gandhiji’s acknowledged political mentor.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | 1 and 3 only |
| Answer» E. | |
| 60297. |
With reference to India's Five-Year Plans, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. From the Second Five-Year Plan, there was a determined thrust towards substitution of basic and capital good industries.2. The Fourth Five-Year Plan adopted the objective of correcting the earlier trend of increased concentration of wealth and economic power.3. In the Fifth Five-Year Plan, for the first time, the financial sector was included as an integral part of the plan.Select the correct answer using the code given below. |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 2 only | |
| 60298. |
With reference to Indian freedom struggle, Usha Mehta is well-known for |
| A. | Running the secret Congress Radio in the wake of Quit India Movement. |
| B. | Participating in the Second Round Table Conference. |
| C. | Leading a contingent of Indian National Army. |
| D. | Assisting in the formation of Interim Government under Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. |
| Answer» B. Participating in the Second Round Table Conference. | |
| 60299. |
With reference to India's culture and tradition, what is 'Kalaripayattu'? |
| A. | It is an ancient Bhakti cult of Shaivism still prevalent in some parts of South India |
| B. | It is an ancient style bronze and brasswork still found in sourthern part of Coromandel area |
| C. | It is an ancient form of dance-drama and a living tradition in the northern part of Malabar |
| D. | It is an ancient martial art and a living tradition in some parts of South India |
| Answer» E. | |
| 60300. |
With reference to India's biodiversity, Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith Barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated redstart are |
| A. | Birds |
| B. | Primates |
| C. | Reptiles |
| D. | Amphibians |
| Answer» B. Primates | |