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This section includes 86 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your UPSC IAS Exam knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1. |
. With reference to Union Budget, which of the following, is/are covered under Non-Plan Expenditure? (1). Defence-expenditure (2). Interest payments (3). Salaries and pensions (4). Subsidies Select the correct answer using the code given below. |
| A. | . 1 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| D. | None |
| Answer» D. None | |
| 2. |
Which of the following organizations brings out the publication known as ‘World Economic 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 | |
| 3. |
There is some concern regarding the nanoparticles of some chemical elements that are used 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. | |
| 4. |
Consider the following statements: (1). Animal Welfare Board of India is established under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. (2). National Tiger Conservation Authority is a statutory body. (3). National Ganga River Basin Authority is chaired by the Prime Minister. 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» C. . 2 only | |
| 5. |
With reference to ‘Eco-Sensitive Zones’, which of the following statements is/are correct? (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 human activities, 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. | |
| 6. |
In the context of food and nutritional security of India, enhancing the ‘Seed Replacement Rates’ of various crops helps in achieving the food production targets of the future. But what is/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 quality seeds of vegetables and planting materials of horticultural crops. (3). There is a demand-supply gap regarding quality seeds in case of low value and high volume 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 | |
| 7. |
Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was |
| A. | the mosque for the use of Royal Family |
| B. | . Akbar’s private chamber prayer |
| C. | the hall in which Akbar held discussions with scholars of various religions. |
| D. | the room in which the nobles belonging to different religions gathered to discuss religious affairs |
| Answer» D. the room in which the nobles belonging to different religions gathered to discuss religious affairs | |
| 8. |
What was/were the object/objects of Queen Victoria’s Proclamation (1858)? (1). To disclaim any intention to annex Indian States (2). To place the Indian administration under the British Crown (3). To regulate East India Company’s trade with India Select 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 | |
| 9. |
A community of people called Manganiyars is wellknown for their |
| A. | martial arts in North-East India |
| B. | . musical tradition in North-West India |
| C. | . classical vocal music in South India |
| D. | pietra dura tradition in Central India |
| Answer» C. . classical vocal music in South India | |
| 10. |
Consider the following statements: (1). ‘Bijak’ is a composition of the teachings of Saint Dadu Dayal. (2). The Philosophy of Pushti Marg was propounded by Madhvacharya. 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. | |
| 11. |
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 southern 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. | |
| 12. |
The Ghadr (Ghadar) was a |
| A. | revolutionary association of Indians with headquarters at San Francisco |
| B. | nationalist organization operating from Singapore |
| C. | militant organization with headquarters at Berlin |
| D. | . communist movement for India’s freedom with head-quarters at Tashkent |
| Answer» B. nationalist organization operating from Singapore | |
| 13. |
Chaitra 1 of the national calendar based on the Saka Era corresponds to which one of the following dates of the Gregorian calendar in a normal year of 365 days? |
| A. | 22 March (or 21st March) |
| B. | 15th May (or 16th May) |
| C. | 31st March (or 30th March) |
| D. | 21st April (or 20th April |
| Answer» B. 15th May (or 16th May) | |
| 14. |
With reference to the famous Sattriya dance, consider the following statements: (1). Sattriya is a combination of music, dance and drama. (2). It is a centuries-old living tradition of Vaishnavites of Assam. (3). It is based on classical Ragas and Talas of devotional songs composed by Tulsidas, Kabir and Mirabai. 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 | |
| 15. |
The 1929 Session of Indian National Congress is of significance in the history of the Freedom Movement because the |
| A. | . attainment of Self-Government was declared as the objective of the Congress |
| B. | attainment of Poorna Swaraj Was adopted as the goal of the Congress |
| C. | Non-Cooperation Movement was launched |
| D. | decision to participate in the Round Table Conference in London was taken |
| Answer» C. Non-Cooperation Movement was launched | |
| 16. |
The Partition of Bengal made by Lord Curzon in 1905 lasted untilv |
| A. | . the First World War when Indian troops were needed by the British and the partition was ended. |
| B. | King George V abrogated Curzon’s Act at the Royal Darbar in Delhi in 1911 |
| C. | . Gandhiji launched his Civil Disobedience Movement |
| D. | the Partition of India, in 1947 when East Bengal became East Pakistan |
| Answer» C. . Gandhiji launched his Civil Disobedience Movement | |
| 17. |
Which one of the following is the correct sequence of a food chain? |
| A. | Diatoms-Crustaceans-Herrings |
| B. | Crustaceans-Diatoms-Herrings |
| C. | Diatoms-Herrings-Crustaceans |
| D. | Crustaceans-Herrings-Diatoms |
| Answer» B. Crustaceans-Diatoms-Herrings | |
| 18. |
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Earth Hour’: (1). It is an initiative of UNEP and UNESCO. (2). It is a movement in which the participants switch off the lights for one hour on a certain day every year. (3). It is a movement to raise the awareness about the climate change and the need to save the planet. 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 | |
| 19. |
Consider the following international agreements: (1). The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (2). The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (3). The World Heritage Convention Which of the above has / have a bearing on the biodiversity? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 20. |
Consider the following towns of India: (1). Bhadrachalam (2). Chanderi (3). Kancheepuram (4). Kamal Which of the above are famous for the production of traditional sarees / fabric? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | . 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | 1, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» C. . 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 21. |
The power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court of India is vested in |
| A. | the President of India |
| B. | the Parliament |
| C. | the Chief Justice of India |
| D. | the Law Commission |
| Answer» C. the Chief Justice of India | |
| 22. |
Among the following organisms, which one does not belong to the class of other three? |
| A. | Crab |
| B. | Mite |
| C. | Scorpion |
| D. | Spider |
| Answer» B. Mite | |
| 23. |
Consider the following statements : (1). Maize can be used for the production of starch. (2). Oil extracted from maize can be a feedstock for biodiesel. (3). Alcoholic beverages can be produced by using maize. 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» E. | |
| 24. |
Consider the following techniques/phenomena: (1). Budding and grafting in fruit plants (2). Cytoplasmic male sterility (3). Gene silencing Which of the above is/are used to create transgenic crops? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | . 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | None |
| Answer» E. | |
| 25. |
The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the States falls under its |
| A. | advisory jurisdiction |
| B. | appellate jurisdiction |
| C. | original jurisdiction |
| D. | writ jurisdiction |
| Answer» D. writ jurisdiction | |
| 26. |
Which of the following is/are the example/examples of chemical change? (1). Crystallization of sodium chloride (2). Melting of ice (3). Souring of milk Select the correct answer using the code given below. |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 3 only |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | . None |
| Answer» C. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 27. |
Which of the following statements is / are correct regarding vegetative propagation of plants? (1). Vegetative propagation produces clonal population. (2). Vegetative propagation helps in eliminating the virus. (3). Vegetative propagation can be practiced most of the year. 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» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 28. |
In addition to fingerprint scanning, which of the following can be used in the biometric identification of a person? (1). Iris scanning (2). Retinal scanning (3). Voice recognition 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» E. | |
| 29. |
Which one of the following is the process involved in photosynthesis? |
| A. | Potential energy is released to form free energy |
| B. | Free energy is converted into potential energy and stored |
| C. | Food is oxidized to release carbon dioxide and water |
| D. | Oxygen is taken, and carbon dioxide and water vapour are given out |
| Answer» C. Food is oxidized to release carbon dioxide and water | |
| 30. |
With reference to Neem tree, consider the following statements: (1). Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of insects and mites. (2). Neem seeds are used in the manufacture of biofuels and hospital detergents. (3). Neem oil has applications in pharmaceutical industry. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | . 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 31. |
Consider the following statements regarding a NoConfidence Motion in India: (1). There is no mention of a No-Confidence Motion in the Constitution of India. (2). A Motion of No-Confidence can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only. 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 | |
| 32. |
Consider the following statements: (1). The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business. (2). All executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the Prime Minister. 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 | |
| 33. |
If the interest rate is decreased in an economy, it will |
| A. | decrease the consumption expenditure in the economy |
| B. | increase the tax collection of the Government |
| C. | increase the investment expenditure in the economy |
| D. | increase the total savings in the economy |
| Answer» D. increase the total savings in the economy | |
| 34. |
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 President’s rule (2). Appointing the Ministers (3). Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India (4). 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 | |
| 35. |
Consider the following statements: A Constitutional Government is one which (1). places effective restrictions on individual liberty in the interest of State Authority (2). places effective restrictions on the Authority of the State in the interest of individual liberty 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 | |
| 36. |
Which of the following are associated with ‘Planning’ in India? (1). The Finance Commission (2). The National Development Council (3). The Union Ministry of Rural Development (4). The Union Ministry of Urban Development (5). The Parliament Select 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 | |
| 37. |
What are the benefits of implementing the ‘Integrated Watershed Development Programme’? (1). Prevention of soil runoff (2). Linking the country’s perennial rivers with seasonal rivers (3). 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 | |
| 38. |
In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the |
| A. | Preamble to the Constitution |
| B. | Directive Principles of State Policy |
| C. | Fundamental Duties |
| D. | Ninth Schedule |
| Answer» C. Fundamental Duties | |
| 39. |
The national motto of India, ‘Satyameva Jayate’ inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from |
| A. | Katha Upanishad |
| B. | Chandogya Upanishad |
| C. | Aitareya Upanishad |
| D. | Mundaka Upanishad |
| Answer» E. | |
| 40. |
The scientific view is that the increase in global temperature should not exceed 2 °C above preindustrial level. If the global temperature increases beyond 3 °C above the pre-industrial level, what can be its possible impact/impacts on the world? (1). Terrestrial biosphere tends toward a net carbon source (2). Widespread coral mortality will occur. (3). All the global wetlands will permanently disappear. (4). Cultivation of cereals will not be possible anywhere in the world. Select the correct answer using the code given below. |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 only |
| C. | . 2, 3 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» C. . 2, 3 and 4 only | |
| 41. |
What is the correct sequence of occurrence of the following cities in South-East Asia as one proceeds from south to north? (1). Bangkok (2). Hanoi (3). Jakarta (4). Singapore Select 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 | |
| 42. |
Turkey is located between |
| A. | . Black Sea and Caspian Sea |
| B. | . Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea |
| C. | Gulf of Suez and Mediterranean Sea |
| D. | Gulf of Aqaba and Dead Sea |
| Answer» B. . Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea | |
| 43. |
The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional human life is the establishment of |
| A. | biosphere reserves |
| B. | botanical gardens |
| C. | national parks |
| D. | wildlife sanctuaries |
| Answer» B. botanical gardens | |
| 44. |
Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisions regarding anti-defection? |
| A. | Second Schedule |
| B. | Fifth Schedule |
| C. | Eighth Schedule |
| D. | Tenth Schedule |
| Answer» E. | |
| 45. |
Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of Indian Philosophy? |
| A. | Mimamsa and Vedanta |
| B. | Nyaya and Vaisheshika |
| C. | Lokayata and Kapalika |
| D. | Sankhya and Yoga |
| Answer» D. Sankhya and Yoga | |
| 46. |
Consider the following rivers: (1). Barak (2). Lohit (3). Subansiri Which 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 | |
| 47. |
c With reference to the cultural history of India, the term ‘Panchayatan’ refers to |
| 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 | |
| 48. |
The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of |
| A. | Equatorial climate |
| B. | Mediterranean climate |
| C. | Monsoon climate |
| D. | All of the above climates |
| Answer» D. All of the above climates | |
| 49. |
In India, the problem of soil erosion is associated with which of the following? (1). Terrace cultivation (2). Deforestation (3). Tropical climate’ Select the correct answer using the code given below. |
| A. | I and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 4 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» C. 1 and 3 only | |
| 50. |
Which of the following have coral reefs? (1). Andaman and Nicobar Islands (2). Gulf of Kachchh (3). Gulf of Mannar (4). Sunderbans Select 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 | |