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1 Which of the following correctly point out the geo-strategic significance of the Chumbi
valley?
1. It is at the intersection of Sikkim, Bhutan and Tibet in the Himalayas.
2. Two main passes including the Nathu la pass between India and China open up here.
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None
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Correct Answer : C
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Statement 2: The Nathu La Pass and Jelep La Pass open up here. Nathu La is one of
the two open trading border posts between China and India which was closed
following the 1962 war and re-opened in 2006.
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3 They are a series of parallel ridges arcing through Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram, Burma
and are submerged in the Bay of Bengal for a long stretch emerging again in the form of
the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The mountains are
A. Namcha Barwa Ranges
B. Trans-Alay Range
C. Dhaulagiri Mountains
D. Arakan Mountains
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Correct Answer : D
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Learning: The Arakan Mountains (also called Rakhine ranges) and the parallel arcs
to the west and east were formed by compression as the Indian Plate collided with
the Eurasian Plate approximately along the boundary between India and Nepal.
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The Arakan Mountains divide the Rakhine coast from the rest of Burma, and thus
have acted as a barrier between the peoples of central Burma and those of the Indian
subcontinent.
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The Arakan Mountains act as a barrier to the south-western monsoon rains and thus
shield the central Myanmar area, making their western slopes extraordinarily wet
during the monsoon.
Q Source: Physical features of India: Chapter 1: India Yearbook 2016
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C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Correct Answer : A
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Statement 4: Malaviya was the President of the Indian National Congress on two
occasions (1909, 1918). He left Congress in 1934.
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Besides these, there are the Desert Rivers which flow for some distance and are lost
in the desert. These are Luni, Machhu, Rupen, Saraswati, Banas, Ghaggar and
others.
Q Source:Physical features of India: Chapter 1: India Yearbook 2016
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Learning: Statement 1: When the Dutch came to India, they introduced the culture
of potatoes, and from them the British received various kinds of potatoes.
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Statement 4: Tea was first introduced into India by the British, in an attempt to
break the Chinese monopoly on tea.
The first record of coffee growing in India is following the introduction of coffee
beans from Yemen by Baba Budan to the hills of Chikmagalur in 1670.
Q Source: Revision Previous Tests Syllabus: 11th Geography NCERT: India,
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7 Consider the following about the protocol followed while hoisting the National Flag.
1. The Flag should never touch the ground or water.
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Learning: The original flag code also forbade use of the flag on uniforms, costumes
and other clothing.
In 2005, the Government of India amended the code to allow some forms of usage.
The amended code forbids usage in clothing below the waist and on undergarments,
and forbids embroidering onto pillowcases, handkerchiefs or other dress material.
Display and usage of the flag is governed by the Flag Code of India, 2002
(successor to the Flag Code - India, the original flag code); the Emblems and Names
(Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950; and the Prevention of Insults to National
Honour Act, 1971.
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8 World Consumer Rights Day is observed on 15th March to commemorate the historic
address given by the then US President John F Kennedy to the US congress in 1962. In
India, 24th December is observed as National Consumer Day. On this day
A. Consumer Protection Act, 1986 had received the assent of the President.
B. Dandi March started which was the first ever consumer rights movement in
India.
C. First consumer dispute was resolved by the Supreme Court.
D. The first ever consumer case came to light in independent India.
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Correct Answer : A
Answer Justification :
Learning: 2016 Theme of the World Consumer Rights Day: "Antibiotics off the
menu" - The theme is a campaign to stop the sale of meat raised with the use of
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9 In the Indian National Saka Calendar, the months in the first half of the year all have 31
days to take into account
A. Change of seasons
B. Slower movement of the sun across the ecliptic
C. Old traditions and festivals
D. Orbital velocity of the Moon
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Correct Answer : B
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Justification: The ecliptic is the apparent path of the Sun on the celestial sphere. It
is coplanar (same plane) with the orbit of Earth around the Sun.
The Sun seems to move against the background stars as seen from the orbiting
Earth. The ecliptic is the path the Sun appears to trace through the stars.
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Because Earth takes one year to orbit the Sun, the apparent position of the Sun also
takes the same length of time to make a complete circuit of the ecliptic.
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But, the actual speed with which Earth orbits the Sun varies slightly during the year,
so the speed with which the Sun seems to move along the ecliptic also varies. This is
taken into account by the Saka Calendar and the first six months are adjusted for the
apparent slow movement of the Sun in the ecliptic.
Q Source: National Calendar: Chapter 2: India Yearbook 2016
10 The provision that Speaker does not vacate her office until immediately before the first
meeting of the House after dissolution is found in the
A. Parliamentary rules and procedure
B. Constitution of India
C. Representation of People of India Act, 1950
D. Conventions of the Indian Parliament
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Correct Answer : B
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Justification: Article 94 of the constitution deals with the vacation/ resignation/
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It provides that whenever the House of the People is dissolved, the Speaker shall not
vacate his office until immediately before the first meeting of the House of the
People after the dissolution.
Q Source: Table 3.1: Chapter 3: India Yearbook 2016
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11 Which of the following departments do NOT belong to the Union Ministry of Home
Affairs?
1. Department of Administrative Reforms
2. Department of Defence Production
3. Department of States
4. Department of Home
5. Department of Ex-servicemen Welfare
6. Department of Official Language
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1, 2, 4 and 5 only
B. 1, 2 and 5 only
C. 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
D. 1 and 6 only
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Correct Answer : B
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Justification: 2 and 5 are in Ministry of Defence. 1 is in the Ministry of Personnel,
Public Grievances and Pensions.
Departments under Ministry of Home Affairs are:
Department of Internal Security (Aantarik Suraksha Vibhag)
Department of States (Rajya Vibhag)
Department of Official Language (Raj Bhasha Vibhag)
Department of Home (Grih Vibhag)
Department of Jammu and Kashmir Affairs (Jammu tatha Kashmir Vibhag)
Department of Border Management (Seema Prabandhan Vibhag)
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12 As per the Aadhaar (Target Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and
Services) Bill, 2016 passed by Lok Sabha
1. Aadhaar can now be used as a proof of citizenship or domicile in India.
2. Biometric information collected during the Aadhaar enrolment can now be freely
used by the Police for investigating crimes.
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None
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Correct Answer : D
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Justification: Statement 1: Use of Aadhaar number will be for: (i) Verifying the
identity of a person receiving a subsidy or a service. (ii) as a proof of identity of the
Aadhaar number holder for any purpose asked by any public or private entity. (iii) It
cannot be a proof of citizenship or domicile.
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Statement 2: Biometric information will be used only for Aadhaar enrolment and
authentication and for no other purpose. Such information will not be shared with
anyone, nor displayed publicly, except for purposes specified by regulations, i.e.
national security and court orders.
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13 The Krishonnati Yojana is a new umbrella scheme submerging which of the following
existing scheme(s)?
1. Soil Health Card scheme
2. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana
3. National Food Security Mission
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer : B
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Justification: National Food Security Mission was launched in 2007-08 to increase
the production of rice, wheat and pulses
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Statement 4: India followed indicative planning, but the PSUs still continue to
operate.
Q Source: Types of Planning: Chapter 4: Indian Economy - Ramesh Singh
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15 Which of the following is/are member countries of BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative
on Multi Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation)?
1. Nepal
2. Bhutan
3. Myanmar
4. Thailand
5. Sri Lanka
6. China
Select the correct answer using the codes below
A. All except 3 and 4
B. All except 1 and 2
C. All except 5 and 6
D. All except 6
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Correct Answer : D
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Learning: It is the sub-regional group of seven countries in South Asia and South
East Asia.
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16 "The Economic History of India" written in the 20th century which examined in minute
detail the entire economic record of colonial rule since 1757 was written by
A. Mahadev Govind Ranade
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B. G. Subramaniya lyer
C. G.K. Gokhale
D. Romesh Chandra Dutt
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Correct Answer : D
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Learning: The book explores the drain of wealth from India. It shows how specific
policies of British in the sphere of railways, cotton, plantation agriculture,
handicrafts led to the ruin of Indians and India's economy.
Romesh Chandra Dutt was active in moderate nationalist politics and was an active
Congressman in that party's initial phase.
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Learning: As per some commentators, "Their view, at least in the early years, was
that the world is created by God, and all things within it are pathways to knowledge
of Brahman, the Ultimate Self, and the ultimate goal. Similarly, they saw that
material wealth, if made and possessed with the correct intention - that of helping
society and others - was in fact not only ethically sound, but an utter necessity for
harmonious society."
In 1859, the Sabha was dissolved back into the Brahmo Samaj by Debendranath
Tagore.
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Justification: Statement 1, 3 and 5: It has happened in India in the case of onion and
pulses and meeting the buffer stock norm of wheat. As a long-term measure,
governments go on to increase the production to matching the level of demand.
Storage, transportation, distribution, hoarding are the other aspects of price
management of this category.
Statement 2: For e.g. Cost of energy (electricity) has effectively come down due to
introduction of LED bulbs. Any possible inflation in energy prices are also taken
care by the low power consumption and electricity bills due to LEDs.
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Statement 4: It is basically intended to cut down the money supply in the economy
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This is a short-term measure. In the long-run, the best way is to increase production
with the help of the best production practices.
Q Source: Chapter 7: Indian Economy - Ramesh Singh
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nations
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Correct Answer : A
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22 Consumer Price Index (CPI) was published by the Government across various
categories like Industrial workers. How were these various categories useful from an
economic perspective?
1. They formed the basis for Pay Commission's recommendations.
2. They were used to deflate GDP of certain sectors to obtain real GDP of that sector.
3. They were used to revise minimum wages for agricultural labourers.
4. They showed the price impact on the most vulnerable segments of India.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1, 3 and 4 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Correct Answer : D
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Justification: It is the Old CPI index. New Index is published across Rural, Urban
and Combined categories.
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Statement 1: The Consumer Price Index for the industrial workers (CPI-IW)
specifies the government employees (other than banks' and embassies' personnel).
The wages/salaries of the central government employees are revised on the basis of
the changes occurring in this index, the dearness allowance (DA) is announced twice
a year.
When the Pay Commissions recommend pay revisions, the base is the CPI (IW).
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Statement 2: The Consumer Price Index for the Urban Non-Manual Emplyees (CPIUNME) is basically used for determining dearness allowances (DAs) of employees
of some foreign companies operating in India (i.e. airlines, communications,
banking, insurance, embassies, and other financial services).
It is also used under the Income Tax Act to determine capital gains and by the CSO
(Central Statistical Organisation) for deflating selected service sector's contribution
to the GDP at factor cost and current prices to calculate the corresponding figure at
constant prices.
Statement 3 and 4: The Consumer Price Index for Agricultural Labourers (CPI-AL)
is used for revising minimum wages for agricultural labourers in different states.
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The governments at the centre and states remain vigilant regarding the changes in
this index as it shows the price impact on the most vulnerable segment of the
society, this segment spends almost 75 per cent of its total income on the purchase
of food articles.
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23 The President is bound by the aid and advice tendered by the Council of Ministers. This
provision is
A. Mandated by Representation of People of India Act
B. Followed as a convention of Parliamentary form of Government
C. An executive precedent followed since Independence
D. Mandated by a Constitutional amendment
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Correct Answer : D
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Unamended constitution had some scope of Presidential discretion where he was not
explicitly bound by the aid and advice of the council of Ministers.
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24 Consider the following about President's rule that is imposed under Article 356 of the
Constitution.
1. It cannot be imposed without the written recommendation of the Governor of the
concerned state.
2. Every proclamation of President's rule must be approved by both the houses of
Parliament within a stipulated time.
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None
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Correct Answer : B
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25 Some inflation is necessary for boosting investments in the short-run. This happens
because
1. Higher inflation indicates higher demand in the economy
2. Higher inflation lowers the cost of credit for entrepreneurs
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None
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Correct Answer : C
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26 Which of the following cases in the Supreme Court of India is related to resolving the
conflict between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles?
1. Golaknath case
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Learning: In the Champakam Dorairajan case, the Supreme Court ruled that in case
of any conflict between the Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles, the
former would prevail.
In Golaknath case (1967) the Supreme Court ruled that the Parliament cannot take
away or abridge any of the Fundamental Rights, which are 'sacrosanct' in nature.
In the Minerva Mills case (1980), the Supreme Court also held that 'the Indian
Constitution is founded on the bedrock of the balance between the Fundamental
Rights and the Directive Principles.
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27 The Arab League is a regional organization of Arab countries in and around North
Africa, the Horn of Africa and Arabia. Member countries of the Arab League are
1. Sudan
2. Iraq
3. Iran
4. Jordan
5. Libya
6. Somalia
Select the correct answer using the codes below
A. 2, 4 and 5 only
B. 1, 4 and 6 only
C. 3, 5 and 6 only
D. 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6 only
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Correct Answer : D
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Learning: The Arab League occupies an area spanning around 14 million km and
counts 22 members, and 4 observer states. The 22 members today include 3 of the
largest African countries (Sudan, Algeria and Libya) and the largest country in the
Middle East (Saudi Arabia).
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Syria was suspended following the 2011 uprising, but its seat was later given to
Syrian opposition.
It was founded in 1945. It aimed to be a regional organisation of Arab states with a
focus to developing the economy, resolving disputes and coordinating political aims.
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28 Amrita Bazaar Patrika played a major role in the evolution and growth of Indian
journalism and and nurturing the Indian freedom struggle. Consider the following about it.
1. It is the oldest Indian-owned English daily.
2. It was started by Sisir Ghosh and Moti Lal Ghosh.
3. It was discontinued before the Quit India Movement.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer : A
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Learning: It was launched in Bengali and later continue in English.
It used to be a nationalist newspaper during the British rule, discontinued its
publication from 1986.
It was the first Indian-owned English daily to go into investigative
journalism.
The Patrika had many brushes with Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India at the
time of the Partition of Bengal (1905).
It referred to him as 'Young and a little foppish, and without previous training
but invested with unlimited powers.'
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Because of such editorials, the Press Act of 1910 was passed and Motilal
Ghosh was also charged with sedition.
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29 The Union Government has launched an online marketing platform Mahila E-HAAT to
facilitate women entrepreneurs to sell their products to buyers. It is a joint initiative of
A. Department of Electronics and Information Technology and All India
Women's Federation (AIWF)
B. Union Women and Child Development Ministry and Rashtriya Mahila Kosh
(RMK)
C. Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) and Union Women and Child
Development Ministry
D. Department of Electronics and Information Technology and Self-Employed
Women's Association (SEWA)
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Correct Answer : B
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Learning: It is an initiative mainly for women across the country and is part of
Union Government's flagship 'Digital India' and 'Stand Up India' initiatives.
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The initiative is unique as for the first time government will help women to
sell products online.
Women can sell their products like cloths, bags, jewelleries through this web
portal.
It is open to all Indian women citizens above 18 years of age and women Self
Help Groups (SHGs) desiring for marketing their legal products/services. The
entire business on the e-Haat platform can be easily handled through mobile
phone.
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30 Which of the following statements about Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar is correct?
1. He was a key figure of the Bengal Renaissance.
2. He took the initiative in proposing and pushing the Widow Remarriage Act 1856.
Which of the above is/are correct?
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A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None
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Correct Answer : C
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Learning: He also demonstrated that the system of polygamy without restriction
was not sanctioned by the ancient Hindu Shastras.
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32 It has been said that the merits of the ASEAN Way might "be usefully applied to global
conflict management". What is called as the 'ASEAN Way'?
A. It reflects the spiritual life style of ASEAN members countries.
B. Involving third party countries in bilateral negotiations
C. It is a form of interaction among ASEAN members that is informal,
cooperative and respects cultural norms.
D. Never taking recourse to the judicial route to resolve commercial conflicts
between nations
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Correct Answer : C
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B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer : D
Answer Justification :
Learning: Besides the Parliament's power to legislate directly on the state subjects
under the exceptional situations, the Constitution empowers the Centre to exercise
control over the state's legislative matters in the above mentioned ways.
For example, the bills imposing restrictions on the freedom of trade and commerce
can be introduced only after Presidential assent.
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Learning: It separates Gibraltar and Peninsular Spain in Europe from Morocco and
Ceuta (Spain) in Africa.
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The Strait has been identified as an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International
because hundreds of thousands of seabirds use it every year to pass between the
Mediterranean and the Atlantic.
The direct linkage of Atlantic Ocean to Mediterranean Sea creates certain unique
flow and wave patterns. You can read about them here.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strait_of_Gibraltar#Special_flow_and_wave_patterns
Q Source: Revision Previous Tests (UPSC CSP) + World Geography questions +
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35 Vehicles carrying inflammable material usually have metal ropes touching the ground
during motion. This is because
A. It helps to ignite engine spark easily in such heavily loaded vehicles
B. Velocity of the vehicle can be controlled this way.
C. The metal rope conducts the charge produced by air-friction in the vehicle
D. The vehicle needs to be insulated against lightning.
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Correct Answer : C
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Justification: When a vehicle moves, the body also gets charged due to air-friction
along with the tyres.
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If vehicle carries inflammable material, the charge accumulated on the body may
cause fire.
To avoid this, the accumulated charge is conducted to earth through the metallic
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Justification: Statement 1: The Parliament has exclusive powers to make laws with
respect to any of the matters enumerated in the Union List and Residuary list.
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Statement 2: Both, the Parliament and state legislature can make laws with respect
to any of the matters enumerated in the Concurrent List even if a Central law exists.
But, laws made by state should not contravene Central laws.
Q Source: Chapter 14: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
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today, which will be repaid by taxes in the future, it will have the same impact on
the economy as an increase in government expenditure that is financed by a tax
increase today.
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It has often been argued that 'debt does not matter because we owe it to ourselves'.
This is because although there is a transfer of resources between generations,
purchasing power remains within the nation.
However, any debt that is owed to foreigners involves a burden since we have to
send goods abroad corresponding to the interest payments.
Q Source: Chapter on Public Finance: 12th NCERT Macroeconomics:
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The states are given representation in the Rajya Sabha on the basis of population.
Hence, the membership varies from 1 to 31. So, 3 is wrong.
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42 Very small animals are rarely found in the Polar Regions. Which of the following can
be the most appropriate reason for this?
A. Small animals have a larger surface area relative to their volume and lose
body heat very fast.
B. Very Small animals do not perform any metabolic activity which is necessary
to survive in the Polar Regions.
C. A large number of predators in Polar Regions prey on small animals.
D. All of (a), (b) and (c)
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Correct Answer : A
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Justification: Thermoregulation is energetically expensive for many organisms.
This is particularly true for small animals like shrews and humming birds.
Heat loss or heat gain is a function of surface area. Since small animals have a larger
surface area relative to their volume, they tend to lose body heat very fast when it is
cold outside; then they have to expend much energy to generate body heat through
metabolism.
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This is the main reason why very small animals are rarely found in Polar Regions.
Q Source: Revision Previous Tests Syllabus: 12th NCERT: Biology
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Statement 2: The Legal Services Authorities Act (1987) has established a nationwide network to provide free and competent legal aid to the poor and to organise lok
adalats for promoting equal justice.
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Statement 3: Three-tier panchayati raj system (at village, taluka and zila levels) has
been introduced to translate into reality Gandhiji's dream of every village being a
republic.
Statement 4: It reduces inequality and leads to welfare of weaker sections of the
population.
Q Source: Chapter 8: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
44 Which of the following features of human body prevent entry or growth of harmful
microbes in the body?
1. Skin
2. Acid in the stomach
3. Saliva
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5. Mucus coating lining the respiratory tract
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1, 2 and 5 only
B. 4 and 5 only
C. 1, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
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Correct Answer : D
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Physical barriers: Skin on our body is the main barrier which prevents entry
of the micro-organisms. Mucus coating of the epithelium lining the
respiratory, gastrointestinal and urogenital tracts also help in trapping
microbes entering our body.
Physiological barriers: Acid in the stomach, saliva in the mouth, tears from
eyes-all prevent microbial growth.
Cellular barriers: Certain types of leukocytes (WBC) of our body prevent
microbial growth.
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45 The Parliament cannot amend those provisions which form the 'basic structure' of the
Constitution. This was ruled by the Supreme Court in the
A. Olga Tellis Case Vs. State of Maharashtra
B. Bhikaji Vs. Union of India case
C. Kesavananda Bharati vs. State of Kerala
D. Shankari Prasad Case
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Correct Answer : C
Answer Justification :
Learning: Article 368 of the Constitution deals with the powers of Parliament to
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But, if the amendment alters the basic structure, for e.g. Judicial review,
Parliamentary democracy, Rule of Law, Secularism etc. then the amendment can be
declared ultra vires by the SC.
Q Source: Chapter 10: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
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46 The Tamil society witnessed a great change during the Pallava period. Which of the
following about the Pallava period is correct?
1. The caste system became rigid.
2. The period witnessed the rise of Saivism and Vaishnavism.
3. Buddhism and Jainism declined.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer : D
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Learning: The Brahmins occupied a high place in the society. They were given
land-grants by the kings and nobles. They were also given the responsibility of
looking after the temples.
The Saiva Nayanmars and the Vaishnava Alwars contributed to the growth of
Saivism and Vaishnavism. This is known as the Bakthi Movement.
They composed their hymns in the Tamil language. These hymns revealed the
importance of devotion or Bakthi. The construction of temples by the Pallava kings
paved the way for the spread of these two religions.
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47 Consider the following statements. Assertion (A): Marine sector contributes more to
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fishery production than inland sources. Reason (R): India has a long coastline with a large
coastal community involved in fishing. In the context of the above, which of these is
correct?
A. A is correct, and R is an appropriate explanation of A.
B. A is correct, but R is not an appropriate explanation of A.
C. A is incorrect, but R is correct.
D. Both A and R are correct independently.
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farming, India will find organic farming an attractive proposition being a labour
surplus economy.
Statement 3: It does not use GM crops.
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49 To get just and humane conditions for work and maternity relief is a
A. Fundamental Right
B. Legal Right
C. Directive Principle of State Policy
D. Executive Decree
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To make provision for just and humane conditions for work and maternity
relief (Article 42).
To secure a living wage, a decent standard of life and social and cultural
opportunities for all workers (Article 43).
To take steps to secure the participation of workers in the management of
industries (Article 43 A).
50 Which of the following Directive Principles did NOT exist in the unamended original
constitution?
1. To protect and improve the environment and to safeguard forests and wild life
2. To secure for all citizens a uniform civil code throughout the country
3. To secure the right to adequate means of livelihood for all citizens
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 2 only
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B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Learning: The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added four new Directive Principles
to the original list. They require the State:
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It is one of the key variables for monetary policy changes by the Reserve Bank of
India. In addition to its role as a policy variable, WPI is also used by various
departments for arriving at the escalation costs of various contracts.
Headline inflation in India is measured in terms of Wholesale Price Index (WPI).
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Learning: The Chalukyas were great patrons of art. They developed the vesara style
in the building of structural temples.
The structural temples of the Chalukyas exist at Aihole, Badami and Pattadakal.
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53 The Parliament can enact laws to implement which of the following fundamental duties
under Part IVA of the Constitution?
1. Penalty for not filing tax returns
2. Penalty for not voting in elections
3. Punishment for spreading communal hatred
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
User Answer :
Correct Answer : B
Answer Justification :
Justification: Filing tax returns and voting in elections are not fundamental duties.
So, 1 and 2 will be wrong.
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If there was an option like respect the elderly, you can tickmark it right, since
valuing and preserving the rich heritage of the country's composite culture is a
fundamental duty.
Q Source: Chapter 9: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
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55 The Union Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved Pradhan
Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) for
A. Providing free of cost LPG connections to women from BPL Households.
B. Giving subsidized LED lights to power consumers
C. Providing scholarships to BPL students for higher education
D. Giving free electricity connections in Naxal affected blocks
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shifting them from traditional cooking based on unclean cooking fuels or on fossil
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Financial support of 1600 rupees for each LPG connection will be provided to the
BPL households. The identification of eligible BPL families will be made in
consultation with the State Governments and the Union Territories. It will be
implemented over three years' time frame namely in the FY 2016-17, 2017-18 and
2018-19.
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56 Consider the following statements.Assertion (A): The president must give her assent to
a Constitutional amendment bill passed by due process.Reason (R): The Constitution
makers did not give the office of the President any responsibility with regard to protecting
the constitution.In the context of the above, which of these is correct?
A. A is correct, and R is an appropriate explanation of A.
B. A is correct, but R is not an appropriate explanation of A.
C. A is incorrect, but R is correct.
D. A is correct, but R is incorrect.
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his assent to the bill nor return the bill for reconsideration of the Parliament.
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The 24th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1971 made it obligatory for the
President to give his assent to a constitutional Amendment Bill.
Before this he could treat a constitutional amendment bill just as an ordinary bill and
could use his veto powers. So, R is wrong.
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59 Sri Lanka is separated from India by a narrow channel of sea formed by the
A. Gulf of Mannar
B. Palk Strait
C. Kandy Isthmus
D. Hambantota Bridge
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Learning: It is a strait between Tamil Nadu and Mannar district of the Northern
Province of Sri Lanka.
It connects the Bay of Bengal in the northeast with the Palk Bay and thence with the
Gulf of Mannar in the southwest.
It is studded at its southern end with a chain of low islands and reef shoals that are
collectively called Adam's Bridge, since ages it is popularly known in Hindu
Mythology as "Ram Setu".
Q Source: Chapter 1: India Yearbook 2016
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An inflationary gap is a signal that the economy is in the boom part of the trade
cycle, resources are being used over their capacity, factories are operating with
increasing average costs; wage rates increase because labour is used beyond normal
hours at overtime pay rates.
Q Source: Chapter 7: Indian Economy - Ramesh Singh
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They act as a team, and swim and sink together. The principle of collective
responsibility implies that the Lok Sabha can remove the ministry (i.e., council of
ministers headed by the prime minister) from office by passing a vote of no
confidence.
Members of the council of ministers are bound by consensus. The government
cannot have two opinions on the same issue.
Q Source: Chapter 12: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
62 Consider the following with reference to the Gender related data as recorded by the
Census 2011.
1. It has recorded the highest ever sex ratio in India since independence.
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2. More number of females have become literate than males since Census 2001.
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None
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64 Many early sculptors did not show the Buddha in human form - instead, they showed
his presence through symbols. Which of the following symbols have been used to represent
the Buddha and his teachings?
1. Empty Seat
2. Divine Light
3. Wheel
4. The Bodhi Tree
5. Endless Knots
6. Plain white cloth
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1, 2, 4 and 6 only
B. 2, 3 and 6 only
C. 1, 3, 4 and 5 only
D. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
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65 Which of the following trends in the working of Indian political system reflects its
federal spirit?
1. Territorial disputes between states
2. Demand for creation of new states
3. Demand of the states for more financial grants from the Centre to meet their
developmental needs
4. Emergence of Regional parties and their contribution in national politics
5. Opposition of the State to the Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 2, 4 and 5 only
C. 3, 4 and 5 only
D. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
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Correct Answer : D
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peculiar needs".
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It is clearly seen from the above examples. This implies that the state governments
are autonomous units working under Constitutional framework in tandem with the
Centre to achieve common goals.
Q Source: Chapter 13: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
66 The National Air Quality Index takes into account which of the following air pollutants?
1. Particulate Matter
2. Asbestos
3. Ozone
4. Lead
5. Carbon dioxide
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Learning: The National AQI is published for every month by CPCB along with a
numerical value and a colour code which helps in comparing air pollution levels in
cities.
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The colour categories are classified into 6 categories depending upon numerical
value as Good (0-50), Satisfactory (51-100), moderately polluted (101-200), Poor
(201-300), Very poor (301-400) and Severe (401-500).
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67 The Constitution empowers the Parliament to make laws on any matter enumerated in
the State List under which of the following extraordinary circumstances?
1. When the President exhorts the Council of Ministers to do so in national interest
2. When the lower house passes a resolution to this effect by special majority
3. When a National Emergency is in operation
4. When the National Security Council recommends so in the interest of national
security
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Correct Answer : B
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Learning: If the Rajya Sabha declares that it is necessary in the national interest
that Parliament should make laws on a matter in the State List, then the Parliament
becomes competent to make laws on that matter. This cannot be declared by the
President, Lok Sabha or the National Security Council. So, all statements except 3
are wrong.
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The Parliament can make laws on any matter in the State List for implementing the
international treaties, agreements or conventions.
Q Source:Chapter 14: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
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68 Consider the following statements about United Nations (UN) peacekeeping operations.
1. UN maintains an independent peacekeeping army funded by contributions from
member states.
2. UN Security Council authorizes peacekeeping operations.
3. Regional organizations can be authorized to undertake peacekeeping operations.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 2 only
D. 1 and 3 only
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Statement 2: The UN Charter gives the UNSC the power and responsibility to take
collective action to maintain international peace and security. For this reason, the
international community usually looks to the UNSC to authorize peacekeeping
operations through Chapter VI authorizations.
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Justification: It means that the reference dates for the annual inflation is January 1
to January 1 of two consecutive years (not for January 1 to December 31 of the
concerned year).
Similarly, the weekly rate of inflation is the change in one week reference being the
two consecutive last days of the week (i.e., 5 p.m. of two Fridays in India).
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Central Council of Health
Central Council for Local Government and Urban Development
Regional Councils for Sales Tax and State Excise Duties
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71 From the various judgements of the Supreme Court, which of the following have
emerged as elements of 'basic structure' of the Constitution?
1. Separation of powers between the legislature, the executive and the judiciary
2. Harmony and balance between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles
3. Supremacy of the Constitution
4. Principle of reasonableness
5. Welfare state and ideals of Socio-economic Justice
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 1, 3 and 5 only
C. 2, 4 and 5 only
D. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
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Correct Answer : D
Answer Justification :
Learning: Apart the above, these are the elements:
Sovereign, democratic and republican nature of the Indian polity
Secular character of the Constitution
Federal character of the Constitution
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Learning: Article 275 empowers the Parliament to make grants to the states which
are in need of financial assistance and not to every state. Also, different sums may
be fixed for different states. These sums are charged on the Consolidated Fund of
India every year.
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Apart from this general provision, the Constitution also provides for specific grants
for promoting the welfare of the scheduled tribes in a state or for raising the level of
administration of the scheduled areas in a state including the State of Assam.
The statutory grants under Article 275 (both general and specific) are given to the
states on the recommendation of the Finance Commission.
Q Source:Chapter 14: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
73 Every year International Women's Day is being observed on 8th March across the globe
to highlight the achievements of women while calling for greater equality. What is the
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The day is an official holiday in countries like Afghanistan, Angola, Armenia, Nepal
(women only) etc.
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The earliest celebration was held as a Socialist political event in 1909. It blended the
culture of many countries primarily in Europe, especially those in the Soviet Bloc.
Declared a national holiday in the Soviet Union in 1917, it spread to other nearby
countries. It is now celebrated in many Eastern countries.
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The 44th Amendment Act of 1978 introduced this safeguard to eliminate any
possibility of the prime minister alone taking a decision in this regard.
Q Source:Chapter 16: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
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Thus, the normal distribution of the legislative powers between the Centre and states
is suspended, though the state legislatures are not suspended. In brief, the
Constitution becomes unitary rather than federal.
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Learning:As per the curve there is a 'trade off' between inflation and unemployment
i.e. an inverse relationship between them. The curve suggests that lower the
inflation, higher the unemployment and higher the inflation, lower the
unemployment.
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During 1960s, this idea was among the most important theories of the modern
economists.
However, economists later contested this curve and suggested some modifications to
it.
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Jana-gana-mana was first sung in 1911 at the Kolkata Session of the Indian National
Congress.
The English translation of Vande Matram stanzas was rendered by Sri Aurobindo.
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79 An unmanned spacecraft named ExoMars 2016 was launched jointly Europe and Russia
to
1. Search for biosignatures on Mars in past or present.
2. Study the outer atmosphere of Mars and its impact on earths long-term climate.
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None
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Learning:Its primary Goal is to address the question of whether life has ever existed
on Mars.
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Its sole purpose is to search (trace) evidence of methane (CH4) and other
atmospheric gases that could be signatures of active biological or geological
processes on Mars.
For the first time it will provide new insights into the role of electric forces on dust
lifting, the trigger for dust storms on the Martian surface.
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Learning:Agni-I is the first missile of the Agni series launched in 1983 by the
DRDO as part of Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP) in
India.
Its testing is conducted as part of training exercise by the Strategic Forces Command
(SFC) of Indian Army.
It is powered by both solid and liquid propellants and can be fired from road and rail
mobile launchers.
The Agni I missile already has been inducted into armed forces and claimed to be a
part of the India's minimum credible deterrence under No first to use policy.
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81 China's Supreme Court has decided to set up its own International Maritime Judicial
Centre (IMJC) to handle territorial disputes and protect its sea rights. However,
International maritime disputes between countries are usually brought before the
A. International Court of Justice (ICJ)
B. International maritime organisation (IMO)
C. United Nations Security Council (UNSC)
D. International Chamber of Shipping (ICM)
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Correct Answer : A
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This move will help China to bolster its claims in the disputed South and East China
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82 The Government of India is celebrating April 21 every year as 'Civil Services Day'. 21st
April has been chosen as date because
A. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel addressed the first batch of Indian Administrative
Services (IAS) officers on this date.
B. Indian Covenanted Civil Services were created by the British on this date
C. First batch of Civil servants of Independent India graduated on this date.
D. Pandit Nehru chose this date based on the first International meeting of Civil
Servants.
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Correct Answer : A
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Learning: On the occasion, civil servants are awarded by the Prime Minister for
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83 Wholesale Price Index (WPI) indicates price rise in which of the following categories?
1. Fuel
2. Power
3. Gold and Silver
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Justification:There are three major groups in WPI - Primary Articles, Fuel & Power
and Manufacture Products. Highest weightage has been accorded to the
manufactured products.
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The Office of the Economic Adviser undertook the work relating to revision of the
existing series of WPI, which not only addressed the issue of change in base year,
but also revised the entire commodity basket and the weighting diagram so as to
better reflect the price trends in economy.
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Statement 3: It is constituted by the Union Government from time to time. The first
commission was constituted in 1955 and since then various commissions were reconstituted every three years.
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It will also give facility for terrestrial navigation aid for hikers and travellers and
visual and voice navigation for drivers.
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87 A constitutional amendment bill that amends major federal features can be passed by
A. Special majority in each house of the Parliament
B. Absolute Majority in any one house of the Parliament
C. Simple majority in both house of Parliament as well as in majority of State
Legislatures
D. None of the above is correct.
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Correct Answer : D
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Each House must pass the bill separately. In case of a disagreement between the two
Houses, there is no provision for holding a joint sitting of the two Houses for the
purpose of deliberation and passage of the bill.
If the bill seeks to amend the federal provisions of the Constitution, it must also be
ratified by the legislatures of half of the states by a simple majority, that is, a
majority of the members of the House present and voting. So, (d) is the only correct
answer.
Q Source:Chapter 10: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
88 The Parliament has passed National Waterways Bill, 2015 to clear way for the
conversion of several water bodies across India into transport Inland waterways. Apart
from rivers, which of the following can be said to comprise inland waterways?
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Canals
Creeks
Backwaters
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B. 1 and 2 only
C. 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
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It repeals the existing five Acts that declare the existing 5 national waterways.
These existing five national waterways are now covered under the new Bill.
Thus the total number of national waterways number will go up to 111 from
existing five national waterways.
Inland waterways mainly comprise rivers, lakes, canals, creeks and
backwaters. It extends about 14,500 km across the country.
However, potential of this mode of transport has not been fully exploited so
far.
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Answer Justification :
Learning:The CMS is the only global and UN-based intergovernmental
organization established exclusively for the conservation and management of
terrestrial, aquatic and avian migratory species throughout their range.
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Investigating and discussing such subjects in which the states or the centre
have a common interest;
making recommendations upon any such subject for the better coordination
of policy and action on it; and
Deliberating upon such other matters of general interest to the states as may
be referred to it by the chairman.
The Council may meet at least thrice in a year. Its meetings are held in camera and
all questions are decided by consensus.
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Learning: CPI is disaggregated at the rural and urban levels. The new overall all
India CPI is a weighted average of the two.
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Picture below: Left column CPI Rural, Middle Column CPI Urban, and Right
column CPI Combined weights of various categories.
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92 The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has
released a new Four-colour Classification Scheme for industries based on their pollution
potential. Which of these industries come under Red Category?
1. Paints
2. Automobile Servicing
3. Sugar industry
4. Thermal Power Plants
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 4 only
B. 1, 3 and 4 only
C. 2 and 4 only
D. 2 and 3 only
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93 The aim of Satya Sodhak Samaj was to
A. Liberate the untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression
B. Promote the knowledge of the real Self
C. Liberate widows and poor women from social exploitation
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94 In Producer Price Index the prices that are used for calculation excludes
1. Taxes
2. Profits
3. Labour costs
4. Land Rent
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 3 and 4 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
User Answer :
Correct Answer : B
Answer Justification :
Learning:As the producers sell at higher prices to their wholesellers, so retailers
and the price increase is translated into the higher consumer prices-thus the PPI is
useful in having an idea of the consumer prices in the future.
In PPI, only basic prices are used while taxes, trade margins and transport costs are
excluded. This index is considered a better measure of inflation as price changes at
primary and intermediate stages can be tracked before it gets built into the finished
goods stage.
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95 Consider the following with reference to the Member of Parliament Local Area
Development Scheme (MPLADS).
1. The projects are executed by District administration and the role of MPs is limited
only upto recommendation of works.
2. Nominated MPs are not covered under the scheme.
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None
User Answer :
Correct Answer : A
Answer Justification :
It is the responsibility of the District Authority to sanction, execute and complete the
works recommended by Members of Parliament within the stipulated time period.
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Statement 2: The Nominated Members of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha may
select any Districts from any State in the Country for implementation of their choice
of work under the scheme.
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The Rajya Sabha MPs can recommend works in one or more districts in the State
from where he/she has been elected.
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96 There was a general resentment against the Lex Loci Act that was proposed in 1845 and
passed in 1850. It was because
A. It provided for the confiscation of all property given to charitable and
religious institutions.
B. It provided the right to inherit ancestral property to Hindu converts to
Christianity.
C. Imparting religious education in local schools was declared illegal.
D. The Act mandated reservations on religious lines in public institutions.
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Correct Answer : B
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uniformity in codification of Indian law, relating to crimes, evidences and contract
but it recommended that personal laws of Hindus and Muslims should be kept
outside such codification.
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97 Who among the following are in the Governing Council of the NITI Aayog?
1. Union Planning Secretary
2. Leader of Opposition of both houses
3. Governor, RBI
4. Chief Minister of all States of India
5. Minister of Home Affairs
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1, 3 and 4 only
B. 2, 4 and 5 only
C. 4 and 5 only
D. 1, 2 and 3 only
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98 Which of the following argument(s) were made by Dadabhai Naoroji about the
economic aspects of the British rule in India?
1. The drain of wealth from India was the basic cause of Indias poverty.
2. Foreign capital should not be preferred for Indias growth.
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None
User Answer :
Correct Answer : C
Answer Justification :
Learning:He argued that it was the economic laws and policies of the British that
were draining India and causing crisis in every sphere especially in loss of
livelihoods and loss of precious capital that could have been used for Indias
development.
He and his contemporaries argued that using foreign capital for a nations growth
was undesirable and should be stopped. Building domestic capacity and funding it
by domestic sources was the most desirable since no drain would be involved
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inflation in India is 5000%, then the very next year the value of Rs. 5000 in year
2015 will be near Rs. 100 in year 2016. It also leads to depreciation in the exchange
rate of the currency.
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As a result, people lose confidence in the currency and holding it becomes a risky
proposition. So, people switch to other forms of wealth like Gold, Foreign Currency
(also known as inflation proof assets) etc.
It is one of the important reasons for the recent Gold rush in India. Introducing
inflation-indexed bonds, Gold bonds is one way of reducing the demand of
unproductive physical assets.
Q Source: Chapter 7: Indian Economy - Ramesh Singh
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Centre to exercise control over State administration. It imposes which of the following
duties on the Centre?
1. To protect every state against external aggression and internal disturbance
2. To protect the financial integrity of the states
3. To ensure that the government of every state is carried on in accordance with the
provisions of the Constitution
4. To resolve conflicts between States through negotiations or binding executive orders
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2, 3 and 4 only
C. 4 only
D. 1, 3 and 4 only
User Answer :
Correct Answer : A
Answer Justification :
Learning:There is an old The Hindu Article that should be read for understanding
the Article 355 better.
http://www.thehindu.com/2002/05/04/stories/2002050401351200.htm
Financial emergency under article 360 of the constitution deals with the 2nd
statement.
Q Source:Chapter 14: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth
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