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Sunya IAS
Test Booklet Preliminary
Exam- 2021
Current Affairs Test: November 2021
A
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Q1. Consider the following about the
Seventh Schedule of the Constitution:
1. The 7th Schedule of the Indian
Constitution deals with the division
of powers between the Union
government and State governments.
2. Article 250 gives Parliament the
power to legislate concerning a
subject enumerated in the State List
in the national interest
3. The 88th Amendment added a new
subject in the Union List called
‘taxes on services.’
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a). 1 and 3 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 3 only
(d). None of the above
Q2.The Planning Commission, although no
longer active, was an important feature of
policy making and governance in India.
Consider the following about Planning
Commission:
1. The Cabinet Secretary was the
Chairman of the Planning
Commission, which used to work
under the overall guidance of the
National Development Council.
2. Could allocate funds to ministries
and state governments.
3. For the first 8 Plans, the focus was
on an expanding public sector with
massive investments in the heavy
and basic industrial sector, but after
the launch of the 9th Plan in 1997,
the emphasis has shifted from heavy
industries.
4. The 8th Plan could not be launched
in 1990 due to political situations
altering and instabilities at the Centre
Which of the above is/are correct?
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(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2, 3 and 4 only
(c). 3 and 4 only
(d). All of the above
Q3.Consider the following statements:
1. The National Security Council
(NSC) in India is the executive
agency responsible for advising the
Prime Minister’s Office on issues of
national security and strategic
interest. .
2. The Strategic Policy Group is the
first tier in the three-tier system of
the NSC.
3. The President appoints the NSA in
India.
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). All of the above
Q4.Which of the following statement(s)
is/are correct about the ‘Index of Eight Core
Industries (ICI)?:
1. It is a lead indicator of the monthly
industrial performance.
2. It is compiled by the Central
Statistics Office on behalf of the
Ministry of Commerce and Industry
every month.
3. The index is calculated using
Laspeyre’s formula of weighted
arithmetic mean.
Select the correct codes from below –
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). All of the above
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Q5.‘Swami PrabhupadaJi’ is associated with
(a). Ramakrishna Mission
(b). Sanatan Sanstha
(c). ISKCON
(d). None of the above
Q6.Consider the following about the Right
to Education Act (RTE):
1. The 86th Constitutional Amendment
(2002) inserted Article 21A in the
Indian Constitution.
2. The Act makes it clear that
‘compulsory education’ implies that
it is an obligation on the part of the
government to ensure the admission,
attendance and completion of
elementary education of children
between the ages of six and fourteen.
3. The Act also mandates that no kid is
detained until class 8.
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q7.‘Ubreathe Life’ is an - :
(a). Oxygen Concentrator
(b). Air Purifier
(c). Programme by Office of Principal
Scientific Adviser to the Government
to increase medical oxygen
production in India
(d). None of the above
Q8.Which of following statement(s) is/are
correct about the ‘Universal Postal Union'?
1. It was established by the Treaty of
Bern in 1874.
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2. It was earlier a part of the League of
Nations until 1946 after which it
became specialised agency of UN
3. India became a founding member of
the Universal Postal Union.
Which of the above is/are the characteristics
associated with cryptocurrencies in India?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 1 only
(c). 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q9. Consider the following about the
Foreign Contribution Regulation Act:
1. Being a law related to financial
legislation, it falls under the purview
of the Finance Ministry.
2. A provision was made for the
cancellation of registrations of NGOs
if the organisation is political and not
neutral..
3. The registration certificate granted to
the NGOs under the 2010 act comes
with five-year validity.
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 1 and 3 only
(c). 2 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q10.Which of the following statement(s)
is/are correct?
1. The UNSC Resolution 2593 deals
with the designation of terrorists
including the Lashkar-e-Taiba and
Jaish-e-Mohammad.
2. The 2593 resolution was accepted by
the Security Council despite Russia
and China abstaining from voting
upon it.
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Select the correct codes from below –
(a). 1 only
(b). 2 only
(c). Both 1 and 2
(d). Neither 1 nor 2
Q11. Which of the following statement(s)
is/are correct about the ‘black-necked
crane’?
1. It is a medium-sized crane that is
mostly grey with a black head and
neck with a red crown on the head.
2. Generally, the male bird is almost
twice as big as the female one.
3. It is endemic to the Tibetan Plateau.
Select the correct codes from below –
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). All of the above
Q12.Consider the following about the
Panchayats (Extension to the Scheduled
Areas) PESA Act:
1. It aims to extend the provisions of
Part X of the Constitution relating to
the panchayats to the scheduled
areas.
2. It is now applicable in the Fifth
Schedule areas, which deals with the
administration of the districts
dominated by the tribal communities,
and is in force in 10 states of the
country.
3. These states include Jharkhand,
Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Andhra
Pradesh, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh,
Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra,
Rajasthan and Telangana..
Which of the above is/are correct?
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(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q13.Consider the following about European
Union’s General Data Protection Regulation
(GDPR) Law:
1. The GDPR redefines the
understanding of the individual’s
relationship with their personal data.
2. .Under the GDPR, a data controller
will have to provide consent terms
that are clearly distinguishable.
3. The GDPR also requires data
collectors to provide information on
the ‘who’ and ‘how.’
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q14. ‘Blue Stragglers’ can be defined as:
(a). Blue-coloured stars born at the same
time from the same cloud.
(b). Stars creating a bend in the track by
moving from the main sequence of a
blue-coloured star cluster
(c). Stars on open or globular clusters
that stand out as bigger and bluer
than the rest of the stars
(d). None of the above
Q15.Which of the following statement(s)
is/are correct about the ‘Eat Right Station’
programme?
1. It is a certification programme
started by the IRCTC Ltd. to rate
Indian Railways’ stations based upon
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 the criteria of providing high quality
and nutritious food to passengers.
2. Recently, the Chandigarh Railway
Station became the first railways
station to be awarded a 5-star ‘Eat
Right Station’ certification under this
programme.
Select the correct codes from below –
(a). 1 only
(b). 2 only
(c). Both 1 and 2
(d). Neither 1 nor 2
Q16.Which of the following statement(s)
is/are correct about the ‘International Labour
Organisation’?
1. It was established in the year 1946 as
the specialised agency of the United
Nations.
2. Despite being instrumental in
improving peace among classes, it
has never been awarded the Nobel
Peace Prize since its inception.
3. India has recently assumed
chairmanship of Governing Body of
International Labour Organisation.
Select the correct codes from below –
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). All of the above
Q17.Consider the following about
Enforcement Directorate (ED):
1. Enforcement Directorate (ED) is
administered by Department of
Personnel under PMO
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2. The ED has its headquarters in New
Delhi and has many regional offices
all over the country.
3. It is responsible for enforcing
Economic Laws and fighting
Economic Crime.
4. Directorate of Enforcement is a
Multi-Disciplinary Organization
mandated with task of enforcing the
provisions of two special fiscal laws
– Foreign Exchange Management
Act, 1999 (FEMA) and Prevention of
Money Laundering Act, 2002.
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a). 1, 2 and 3 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 2, 3 and 4 only
(d). All of the above
Q18.Which of the following statement(s)
is/are correct about the ‘Defence
Technology and Trade Initiative’?
1. It is a defence treaty between India
and the United States for the joint
production of cutting edge and
futuristic defence technology.
2. It is mechanism which declares India
as ‘major non-NATO ally’ of US.
Select the correct codes from below –
(a). 1 only
(b). 2 only
(c). Both 1 and 2
(d). Neither 1 nor 2
Q19. Recently, the ‘Vanniyar movement’
has been in the news. It belongs to –
(a). Kerala
(b). Karnataka
(c). Tamil Nadu
(d). Andhra Pradesh
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Q20.Which of the following statement(s)
is/are correct?
1. SIMBEX-21 is the 3rd edition of
bilateral naval exercise between
India and Singapore that started in
the year 2019.
2. The bilateral naval exercise in the
year 2021 was conducted in the
Andaman Sea
Select the correct codes from below –
(a). 1 only
(b). 2 only
(c). Both 1 and 2
(d). Neither 1 nor 2
Q21. Consider the following statements with
reference to Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP)
Programme:
1. Starting with 5% blending, the
government has set a target of 20%
blending (E20) by 2025.
2. Under this programme, oil marketing
companies (OMCs) will procure
ethanol from domestic sources at
prices fixed by the government.
3. Ethanol can be produced via
petrochemical processes such as
ethylene hydration.
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q22.Consider the following statements:
1. Arunachal Pradesh is the leading
producer of Kiwi in India.
2. Temperate climate on hill slopes is
suitable for the cultivation of Kiwi
fruit vine.
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3. Organic certification in India for
fruits is granted by the Agricultural
and Processed Food Products Export
Development Authority (APEDA).
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Q23. Consider the following statements with
respect to Bilateral Investment Treaties
(BITs):
1. BITs are international agreements
establishing the terms and conditions
for private investment by nationals
and companies of one state in
another state.
2. The United Nations Conference on
Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
maintains a database of all BITs.
3. They allow provision for alternative
dispute resolution mechanism
whereby an investor can approach
International Centre for Settlement
of Investment Disputes (ICSID)
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q24.Which of the following statements
is/are correct with reference to S-400 Triumf
missile defence system.?
1. The S-400 Triumf is a mobile,
surface-to-surface missile system
designed by Russia.
2. India is the only Asian country to
purchase the S-400 missiles.
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 3. The system can engage all types of
aerial targets including aircraft,
unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and
ballistic and cruise missiles within
the range of 400km, at an altitude of
up to 30km.
Select the correct answer using the code
given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 2 and 3 only
Q25.With reference to the FSSAI Food
Hygiene Rating Scheme, consider the
following statements:
1. This is a mandatory scheme
applicable to food businesses
supplying food directly to
consumers.
2. It has been launched by the Quality
Council 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
Q26. Consider following statements
regarding Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code
(IBC), 2016:
1. Insolvency is a legal declaration by
the competent court of one’s
inability to pay off debts.
2. Bankruptcy is a situation where
individuals or companies are unable
to repay their outstanding debt.
3. Under IBC, the adjudicating
authorities are the National Company
Law Tribunal or NCLT & the Debt
Recovery Tribunal or DRT.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
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(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 2 only
(d). 3 only
Q27.Which of the following statements
is/are correct regarding the National Family
Health Survey?
1. The First Round of NFHS conducted
in 2018-19
2. Bihar has registered the highest
prevalence of Neonatal Mortality
Rate.
3. Ministry of Health and Family
Welfare has appointed International
Institute for Population Sciences
(IIPS), Mumbai as the Nodal agency
for conducting the Survey.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a). 1 and 3 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 only
(d). None of the above
Q28.Consider the following statements:
1. The ‘National Multidimensional
Poverty Index’ is released by the
Ministry of Health and Family
Welfare.
2. It is based on three macro
dimensions of poverty - health,
education and living standards.
3. Recently, two additional indicators:
antenatal care and bank account
under the dimensions of health and
standard of living respectively, have
been added.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a). 1 only
(b). 2 only
(c). 1 and 2 only
(d). 2 and 3 only
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Q29. With reference to The Fiscal
Responsibility and Budget Management
(FRBM) Act, consider the following
statements:
1. It mandates Macroeconomic
Framework Statement to be placed
along with the Budget documents
annually in the Parliament
2. Government is required to limit the
fiscal deficit to 3% of the GDP by
March 31, 2021.
3. In the year 2016, the Raghuram
Rajan Committee was set up by the
government to review the FRBM
Act.
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
Q30.Consider the following statements with
respect to “State Finances: A Study of
Budgets of 2021-22” Report:
1. It is released by Ministry of Finance
2. The theme of this year is “Coping
with the Pandemic: A Third-Tier
Dimension.”.
3. It provides information, analysis and
an assessment of the finances of
Panchayati Raj Institutions.
4. The ratio of interest payment to
revenue receipts has increased,
indicating erosion of debt
sustainability
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a). 1 only
(b). 1 and 3 only
(c). 2 and 4 only
(d). 4 only
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Q31. Consider the following statements
regarding National Company Law Tribunal :
1. The National Company Law
Tribunal or NCLT is a quasi-judicial
body.
2. NCLT was formed based on the
recommendations of the Justice
Eradi Committee.
3. The NCLT is also the Adjudicating
Authority for insolvency proceedings
under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy
Code, 2016.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 only
(c). 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q32.Identify the committee with reference
to recommendations given below:
1. It aimed to review status, need and
justification of various provisions,
reserves and buffers presently
provided for by the RBI.
2. It reviewed best practices followed
by the central banks globally in
making assessment and provisions
for risks, to which central Bank
Balance sheets are subjected.
3. A clearer distinction between the two
components of economic capital
(realized equity and revaluation
balances) was recommended.
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
(a). Raghuram Rajan Committee
(b). Bimal Jalan Committee
(c). N.S. Viswanathan Committee
(d). Srikrishna Committee
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Q33.Which of the following are the features
of the Prompt Corrective Action (PCA)
framework?
1. PCA is a framework under which
banks with weak financial metrics
are put under watch by the
Comptroller and Auditor General.
2. The framework is based on the
recommendations of the working
group of the Financial Stability and
Development Council and the
Financial Sector Legislative Reforms
Commission. .
3. PCA Framework would apply to all
banks operating in India including
foreign banks operating through
branches or subsidiaries.
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 only
(c). 2 and 3 only
(d). 1 and 3 only
Q34.Consider the following statements
with reference to Non Performing Asset:
1. Substandard Assets are the ones
which have remained NPA for a
period of less than or equal to 12
months.
2. Non-Performing Assets is a loan
or advance wherein interest or
installments of principal remain
overdue for a period of 100 days.
3. Credit Information Bureau (2000)
is a step to prevent NPA’s by
sharing information on wilful
defaulters.
Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
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Q35.Which of the statements is/are correct
with respect to ‘Business Responsibility and
Sustainability Report’ (BRSR)?
1. It will encourage businesses to go
beyond regulatory financial
compliance and report on their
social and environmental impacts.
2. It is implemented by SEBI
3. It mandates the listed companies
only to make additional
disclosures on non-financial
parameters along with the
mandatory financial disclosures
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
(a). 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q36.Which of the following statements
is/are correct regarding Mineral
Conservation and Development
(Amendment) Rules, 2021?
1. Mines and Minerals (Development
and Regulation) Act, 1957 regulates
mining sector in India and mandates
the requirement for granting leases
for mining operations.
2. It empowers the Central Government
to frame rules for conservation and
scientific development of minerals
and protection of the environment
from mining operations.
3. All plans related to mine shall be
prepared by combination of Digital
Global Positioning System (DGPS)
or by drone survey.
4. Mining Engineers can have a
diploma in mining and mine
surveying along with a second class
certificate of competency issued by
the University Grants Commission. .
Select the correct answer from the code
given below:
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(a). 1 and 4 only given below.
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1, 2 and 3 only (a). 1 and 3 only
(d). All the above (b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 2 only
Q37.Consider the following statements with (d). All the above
reference to Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra
Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY) : Q39.Consider the following statements with
1. It is implemented by The respect to mRNA vaccines:
Ministry of Mines using the funds 1. RNA vaccines work by introducing
generated by District Mineral an mRNA sequence coded for a
Foundations (DMFs). disease specific antigen, into the
2. Activities meant to be taken up body.
under the ‘polluter pays principle’ 2. mRNA sequence cannot be
should not be taken up under the synthesised artificially in a
PMKKKY. laboratory.
3. The DMFs have been directed to Which of the statements given above is/are
take all major decisions in a correct?
participatory mode, in
consultation with the State (a). 1 only
Governments. (b). 2 only
Which of the statements given above (c). Both 1 and 2
is/are correct? (d). Neither 1 nor 2

(a). 1 and 2 only Q40.Which of the following statements

(b). 2 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q38.With reference to the Fisheries Sector
in India, which of the following statements
is/are correct?
1. India is the 3rd largest fish
producing and 2nd largest
aquaculture nation in the world.
2. While Inland Fisheries are fully
managed by State Governments,
Marine Fisheries are a shared
responsibility between the
Central and Coastal State/UT
Governments. .
3. The Government has set a target
of Rs 1 lakh crore exports from
fisheries sector by 2024-25.
is/are correct with respect to the G-sec
Acquisition Programme?
1. By purchasing G-secs, the RBI
infuses money supply into the
economy.
2. Open Market Operations are
conducted by the RBI by way of
sale or purchase of government
securities (g-secs) to adjust
money supply conditions.
3. RBI carries out the OMO directly
to deal with the public.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a). 1 only
(b). 2 only
(c). 1 and 2 only
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Q41. With reference to Special Credit 1. NATS implemented by Ministry of
Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme Skill Development and
(SCLCSS), consider the following Entrepreneurship, is a one year
statements: programme equipping technically
1. It provides institutional credit to qualified youth with practical
the Other Backward Class(OBC) knowledge and skills
MSMEs without any sector- 2. This scheme will cover all categories
specific restrictions on of apprentices except the Graduate,
technology up-gradation. Technician and Technician
2. It is implemented by the Ministry (Vocational) apprentices.
of Micro, Small and Medium Select the correct answer from the code
Enterprises. given below:
3. SCLCSS has a provision of 25%
capital subsidy for procurement (a). 1 only
of Plant & Machinery and service (b). 2 only
equipment. (c). Both 1 and 2
Which of the statements given above (d). Neither 1 nor 2
is/are correct?
Q44. The Investor's Charter proposed in
(a). 1 only Budget 2021 is released by:
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only (a). RBI
(d). 1, 2 and 3 (b). Ministry of Finance
(c). SEBI
Q42.Consider the following statements with (d). Department for Promotion of
respect to Logistics Ease Across Different Industry and Internal Trade
States (LEADS), 2021 report:
1. The Ministry of Commerce and Q45.Which of the following statements are
Industry has unveiled the third true with respect to Global Fuel Economy
LEADS report 2021. Initiative (GFEI) :
2. The LEADS 2018 and 2019 editions 1. The Global Fuel Economy Initiative
were perception-based, whereas (GFEI) is collaboration between the
2021 report has introduced objective UNEP, IEA, the University of
parameters in the index formulation California, International Council on
Select the correct answer from the code Clean Transportation, International
given below: Transport Forum and the FIA
Foundation..
(a). 1 only 2. The objective of the GFEI is to help
(b). 2 only stabilize greenhouse gas emissions
(c). Both 1 and 2 from the global light duty vehicle
(d). Neither 1 nor 2 fleet through a 50% improvement of
vehicle fuel efficiency worldwide by
Q43. Consider the following statements with 2050..
respect to National Apprenticeship Select the correct answer from the code
Promotion Scheme: given below:

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 (a). 1 only
(b). 2 only
(c). Both 1 and 2
(d). Neither 1 nor 2
Q46. With reference to National Automated
Facial Recognition System, consider the
following statements :
1. The Home Ministry shall implement
the National Automated Facial
Recognition System (NAFRS).
2. It is a biometric technology that uses
distinctive features of the face to
identify and distinguish
individual.
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
Q47.Consider the following statements, with
reference to Defence Production and Export
Promotion Policy 2020 (DPEPP 2020):
1. A Project Management Unit (PMU)
will be set up for the development
and production of technologies.
2. It also aims to own the design rights
and IP of the systems projected in
the Long Term Integrated
Perspective Plan (LTIPP).
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
Q.48. With reference to Personal Data
Protection Bill, 2019 , consider the
following statements:
1. It mandates instituting Grievance
Redressal Mechanisms by data
fiduciary to address complaints of
individuals.
2. The Bill allows the processing of
data by fiduciaries only if consent
is provided by the individual.
3. The Bill is drafted by a
committee headed by Justice
Harkishan Loya.
Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
(a). 1 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
an (c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q49.Which of the following statements
is/are correct regarding the World Drug
report 2021?
1. It is released by the World Health
Organisation(WHO).
2. Countries in the Golden Triangle
include Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam
and Thailand.
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
Q50.Consider the following statements with
respect to Indian Ocean Naval Symposium
(IONS):
1. The IONS Chair is presently held in
France.
2. The IONS is a compulsory and
inclusive initiative that brings
together navies of Indian Ocean
Region (IOR) littoral states under the
SAGAR initiative.
3. India is among the founding
members of IONS.
Which of the statements given above is/are
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 Q53.In the context of National Interlinking
(a). 1 and 2 only of Rivers Authority (NIRA), consider the
(b). 2 only following statements:
(c). 1 and 3 only 1. It will replace the existing National
(d). 1, 2 and 3 Water Development Agency
(NWDA).
Q51. Consider the following statements 2. It will also have the power to set up
regarding Nationally Determined a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV)
Contributions (NDC): for individual link projects.
1. NDCs are part of the Paris 3. NIRA will function as an umbrella
Agreement and embody efforts by body for all river linking projects
each country to reduce national and to be headed by the Minister of
emissions Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
2. India submitted a target of 33-35% Which of the statements given above is/are
per unit of GDP as its NDCs. correct?
3. NDCs are legally binding which is
reviewed by UNFCCC. (a). 1 and 3 only
Which of the statements given above is/are (b). 1 and 2 only
correct? (c). 2 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
(a). 1 only
(b). 1 and 2 only Q54.Which of the following is/are the
(c). 2 and 3 only components of ‘National Coal Gasification
(d). 1, 2 and 3 Mission’?
1. The government aims to achieve
Q52.With reference to National Clean Air gasification of 100 Million Tonnes
Programme, consider following (MT) of coal by 2030 and this is
statements: the first time that a mission
1. The National Air Quality document has been released.
Monitoring Network is augmented 2. Coal gasification is process of
with the National Clean Air converting coal into synthesis gas
Programme. (also called syngas), a mixture of
2. 2017 is the base year for the hydrogen (H2), carbon monoxide
National Clean Air Programme. (CO) and carbon dioxide (CO2).
3. Right to Clean Air IS part of Right 3. This is part of the Ministry of
to Life and failure to address air Coal’s 'Methanol Economy'
pollution is denial of Right to Life programme.
under Article 21. Select the correct answer using the code
.Which of the statements given above given below. Select the correct answer
is/are correct? using the code given below.

(a). 1 only (a). 1 and 2 only

(b). 2 and 3 only (b). 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only (c). 2 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3 (d). 1, 2 and 3

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Q55.With reference to flash drought,
consider the following statements:
1. Ministry of Agriculture and
Farmers Welfare is the nodal
Ministry for monitoring and
managing drought conditions.
2. Hydrological Drought is defined as
deficiencies in surface and
subsurface water supplies leading
to a lack of water for normal and
specific needs.
3. Flash drought development is more
likely to occur in the May-June if
onset of ITCZ-induced rainfall is
delayed/reduced.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q56.In the context of River Cities Alliance
(RCA), consider the following
statements:?
1. RCA is a dedicated platform for
river cities to ideate, discuss and
exchange information for
sustainable management of urban
rivers.
2. RCA includes cities from the
Ganga basin only.
3. The Ministry of Jal Shakti along
with the Ministry of Housing and
Urban Affairs has launched the
River Cities Alliance (RCA).
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
(a). 1 and 3 only
(b). 2 only
(c). 2 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
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Q57.Consider the following statements
regarding the Annual Status of Education
Report (ASER):
1. Conducted by the Ministry of
Education, this annual survey aims
to provide reliable estimates of
children’s enrolment and basic
learning levels for each district and
state in India.
2. ASER is a school-based survey that
has been conducted every year
since 2005 in all rural districts 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
Q58.Which of the following statements are
correct with reference to Poshan Abhiyan?
1. The mission is a multi-ministerial
initiative and aims at removing
malnutrition from the country by
2022.
2. The Sustainable Development Goal
(SDG 5: Zero hunger) aims to end
all forms of hunger and
malnutrition by 2025.
3. For Anganwadi centres, the
mission envisages giving
incentives to Anganwadi Workers
(AWWs) for using IT-based tools.
Select the correct answer using the code
given 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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Q59.In the context of “Health Insurance
for India’s Missing Middle” report,
consider the following statements:
1. India has a decentralized approach
to health care and that allows
health insurance to be optional.
2. Missing middle is the non-poor
segments of the population
positioned between deprived
poorer sections, and relatively
well-off organized sector.
3. Ministry of Health and Family
Welfare released the report
“Health Insurance for India’s
Missing Middle”.
Select the correct answer using the code
given below
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q60.In the context of All India Survey on
Domestic Workers (DW), consider the
following statements:?
1. The Union Minister for Labour and
Employment flagged off the first
ever AISDWs.
2. India is a signatory to International
Labour Organisation’s 189th
convention, known as Convention
on the Domestic Workers.
3. The other four All India Surveys
being undertaken by the Labour
Bureau are: the All-India Survey of
Migrant Workers, All-India Survey
of Employment Generated by
Professionals and All-India Survey
of Employment Generated in the
Transport Sector, All-India
Quarterly Establishment-based
Employment Survey (AQEES).
Select the correct answer using the code
given below.
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(a). 1 and 3 only
(b). 2 only
(c). 2 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q61. With reference to Swachh
Survekshan Report 2021, consider the
following statements:
1. SS is an annual survey of
cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation
in cities and towns across India
under Swachh Bharat Mission-
Urban.
2. It is conducted by the Ministry of
Housing and Urban Affairs with
Quality Council of India (QCI) as
its implementation partner.
3. Prerak Daaur Samman is a new
performance category introduced
under Swachh Survekshan 2021.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a). 1 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 2 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q62.In the context of Self-help Groups
(SHGs), consider the following statements:
1. They offer collateral-free loans to
sections of people that generally
find it hard to get loans from banks.
2. Ministry of Rural Development
launched an initiative on creating
LAKHPATI SHG women, to
enable rural SHG women to earn at
least Rs.1 lakh per annum.
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
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Q63.With reference to the 5G
technologies, consider the following
statements:
1. 5G mainly works in 2 bands,
namely mid and high frequency
spectrum.
2. The National Digital
Communication Policy-2018
(NDCP-2018) also lays out
objectives with respect to 5G
services in India
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a). 1 only
(b). 2 only
(c). Both 1 and 2
(d). Neither 1 nor 2
Q64.Consider the following statements
with reference to Satellite Internet Service:
1. Satellite Internet Services is a
wireless internet connection which
uses satellites in space to get an
internet signal from the Internet
Service Provider (ISP) to users. .
2. It operates using two way satellites
like VSAT (Very Small Aperture
Terminal) or telecommunication
satellites to liaison between ISPs
and Users with satellite dishes.
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
Q65.Consider the following statements
regarding the Laser Interferometer
Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO)
project :
1. Project will be funded by the
Department of Atomic Energy
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(DAE) and Department of Science
and Technology (DST).
2. It was designed for direct detection
of gravitational waves predicted by
Einstein’s General Theory of
Relativity.
3. LIGO uses laser interferometry to
detect electromagnetic radiation.
Select the correct answer using the code
given below
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q66.With reference to Geographic
Information System (GIS), consider the
following statements:
1. GIS is a computer-based tool for
mapping and analyzing geographic
terrain.
2. Under MGNREGA, GIS solutions
are used for asset related data
(Watershed locations, Farm ponds,
check dams, road layer etc.) along
with better understanding of their
impact/ outcome.
3. Climate Resilience Information
System and Planning (CRISP-M)
portal help other Ministries to see
the geographical location of
planned assets on a map..
Which of the statements given above are
correct?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q67.Consider the following statements
with respect to Internet Protocol (IP):
1. IPv6 is the most recent version of
the Internet Protocol (IP) to
provide an identification and
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 location system for computers on (a). 1 only
networks and routes traffic across (b). 2 and 3 only
the Internet. (c). 1 and 3 only
2. It is released by the Department of (d). 1, 2 and 3
Telecommunications.
Which of the statements given above is/are Q70.With reference to the Double Asteroid
correct? Redirection Test (DART)Mission, which of
the following statements is/are correct?
(a). 1 only 1. Mission will test the new
(b). 2 only technology to be prepared in case
(c). Both 1 and 2 an asteroid heads towards Earth in
(d). Neither 1 nor 2 the future.
2. The target of the spacecraft is a
Q68.Consider the following statements small moonlet called Trojan .
with reference to Food Safety and Which of the statements given above is/are
Standards Authority of India (FSSAI): correct?
1. Items containing Living Modified
Organism require prior approval (a). 1 only
from Genetic Engineering (b). 2 only
Appraisal Committee to get FSSAI (c). Both 1 and 2
approval. (d). Neither 1 nor 2
2. Diet4Life is an initiative taken by
FSSAI, to spread awareness about Q71. Which of the following statements
metabolic disorders. is/are correct with respect to ZyCoV-D
Which of the statements given above is/are vaccine?
correct? 1. This is the world's first needle-free
plasmid RNA vaccine.
(a). 1 only 2. The antibodies produced by the
(b). 2 only vaccine were able to neutralize the
(c). Both 1 and 2 wild type virus indicating the
(d). Neither 1 nor 2 protective potential of the vaccine
candidate.
Q69.With reference to Chandrayaan-2, Which of the statements given above is/are
consider the following statements: correct?
1. Chandrayaan-2 is ISRO’s first
attempt to land on any extra- (a). 1 only
terrestrial surface. (b). 2 only
2. Chandrayaan-2 comprised an (c). Both 1 and 2
Orbiter, Lander (Vikram) and (d). Neither 1 nor 2
Rover (Pragyan).
3. Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter is a Q72.With reference to Wolbachia Bacteria,
NASA’s Robotic spacecraft consider the following statements:
currently orbiting the moon. 1. When Aedes aegypti mosquitoes
Which of the statements given above is/are carry Wolbachia, bacteria compete
correct? with viruses like dengue, Zika etc

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 and makes it harder for viruses to Which of the statements given above is/are
reproduce inside the mosquitoes.. correct?
2. Wolbachia are safe for humans. .
Which of the statements given above is/are (a). 1 and 3 only
correct? (b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 3 only
(a). 1 only (d). 1, 2 and 3
(b). 2 only
(c). Both 1 and 2 Q75.In the context of “Best Tourism
(d). Neither 1 nor 2 Villages” , consider the following
statements:
Q73.Consider the following statements 1. Pochampally Village (Telangana)
about Birsa Munda ? was selected as one of the BTV by
1. He started the faith of 'Birsait'. United Nations World Tourism
2. He started a movement called Organisation (UNWTO).
'Ulgulan', or 'The Great Tumult' 2. BTV is a global initiative to
against the exploitation and highlight those villages where
discrimination against tribals by the tourism preserves cultures and
local authorities. traditions
3. He actively opposed Beth Begari 3. Acharya Vinobha Bhave launched
system Bhoodan Movement from
4. Union Cabinet decided to declare Pochampally in 1951.
November 15 as 'Janjatiya Gaurav Which of the statements given above is/are
Divas' to mark the birth anniversary correct?
of Birsa Munda
Select the correct answer using the code (a). 1 and 2 only
given below. (b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(a). 1 and 2 only (d). 1, 2 and 3
(b). 2 and 4 only
(c). 1 and 3 only Q76.Consider the following statements with
(d). 1, 2, 3 and 4 respect to National Green Tribunal:
1. The Chairperson of the National
Q74.With reference to the Creative Cities Green Tribunal (NGT) is appointed
Network (CCN), consider the following by the Central Government of India
statements: in accordance with the Chief
1. After Mumbai, Chennai, Justice of India.
Hyderabad, Varanasi and Jaipur, 2. All these members are required to
Srinagar is the sixth Indian city to hold the office for five years and
achieve this distinction.. are not eligible for reappointment.
2. It is designated by the Ministry of 3. National Green Tribunal is a
Culture. Constitutional body mentioned in
3. The network covers seven creative Article 48A of the Constitution.
fields: crafts and folk arts, media Select the correct answer using the code
arts, film, design, gastronomy, given below.
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 (a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q77.Consider the following statements with
reference to Dairy Sahakar Scheme:
1. It was launched by the Union
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal
Husbandry and Dairying.
2. Under "Dairy Sahakar", the dairy
sector would get loans through
National Cooperative Development
Corporation (NCDC).
3. NCDC is an apex level statutory
autonomous institution set up by
the Government of India
exclusively for cooperatives at
primary, district, apex / multi-state
and national level.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a). 1 and 2 only
(b). 2 only
(c). 3 only
(d). 2 and 3 only
Q78.Consider the following statements
regarding Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak
Yojana (PMGSY):
1. It is a centrally sponsored scheme to
provide connectivity, by way of an
all-weather road to unconnected
habitations.
2. An agreement was signed between
the National Rural Roads
Development Agency (NRRDA), the
Ministry of Rural Development, and
the ILO to enable the international
organisation to help with the
implementation of the project..
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a). 1 only
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(b). 2 only
(c). Both 1 and 2
(d). Neither 1 nor 2
Q79.With reference to the Panchayati Raj
Institutions, consider the following
statements:
1. Gram Sabha is the primary body of
the Panchayati Raj system.
2. Not less than one-third of the total
number of seats to be reserved for
women.
3. The Finance Commission may
authorize a panchayat to levy,
collect and appropriate taxes,
duties, tolls and fees.
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
Q80.Which of the following rivers drain into
Black Sea?
1. Danube River
2. Dnieper river
3. Rhine river
4. Volga river
5. Don river
Select the correct answer using code given
below.
(a). 1, 2 and 5 only
(b). 1, 3 and 4 only
(c). 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
(d). 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
Q81. Consider the following statements
regarding G-20 Nations:
1. The G20 is an informal group of 19
countries and the European Union,
with representatives of the United
Nations Security Council and the
Asian Development Bank.
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 2. Every year a new country takes on
the presidency which is known as the
TROIKA process.
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
Q82.With reference to Glasgow Climate
Pact (of COP 26), consider the following
statements:
1. The achievements include a clear
consensus on a target of keeping
global temperature rise down to 1.5
degrees Celsius.
2. It is the first clear recognition of the
need to transition away from fossil
fuels by phasing down the use of
coal.
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
Q83.Which of the following is/are the
features of Samudrayaan Mission?
1. Ministry of Environment, Forest and
Climate Change has launched India’s
first manned ocean mission
“Samudrayaan”
2. India joined the elite club of nations
such as the US, Russia, France,
Japan, and China to have niche
technology and vehicles to carry out
subsea activities.
3. Polymetallic manganese nodules are
found in deep ocean beds at an
approximate depth between 1000 and
5500 metres..
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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
Q84.With reference to All India Judicial
Service (AIJS), consider the following
statements:
1. The AIJS is a reform push to
centralise the recruitment of judges
at the level of additional district
judges and district judges for all
states..
2. Articles 233 and 234 of the
Constitution of India deal with the
appointment of district judges, and
place it in the domain of the states.
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
Q85.Consider the following statements with
reference to ‘privilege motion’:
1. The privilege motion is moved by a
Minister only when he feels that a
minister or any member has
committed a breach of privilege of
the House
2. The scrutiny regarding the breach of
this motion is managed by the Ethics
Committee of the Parliament.
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
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Q86.With reference to input tax credit,
consider the following statements:
1. It is the tax that a business pays on a
purchase and that it can use to reduce
its tax liability when it makes a sale.
2. Composition Scheme is a scheme
under GST which can be opted to get
rid of tedious GST formalities.
3. The government had introduced Rule
86A in GST rules giving powers to
taxmen to block the ITC available in
the electronic credit ledger of a
taxpayer if the officer has "reasons to
believe" that the ITC was availed
fraudulently.
Select the correct answer using the code
given below:
(a). 1 only
(b). 1 and 3 only
(c). 2 and 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q87.Which of the following statements
is/are correct with reference to Member of
Parliament Local Area Development
Scheme (MPLADS)?
1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme .
2. The Nodal District concerned is
responsible for implementing the
eligible works recommended by the
Members of Parliament and
maintaining the details of individual
works executed and amount spent
under the Scheme.
3. Nominated Members of both the
Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha can
recommend works anywhere in the
country.
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
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Q88.With reference to the CharDham
Project (CDP), consider the following
statements:
1. CharDham Pariyojana aims to
“improve the connectivity to the
Chardham pilgrimage centres
(Rudraprayag, Devprayag, Haridwar,
Rishikesh) in the Himalayas.
2. Uttarakhand State Public Works
Department (PWD), Border Roads
Organisation (BRO) and the National
Highway & Infrastructure
Development Corporation Limited
(NHIDCL) will implement it.
3. Kalij Pheasant is an important bird
species found in the region.
Select the correct answer using the code
given below:
(a). 1 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 3 only
(d). 1, 2 and 3
Q89.In the context of the Global Resilience
Index, consider the following statements:
1. It has been launched to build a
universal model for assessing
resilience to climate risks..
2. GRII has been initiated with funding
from partner institutions such
as:Coalition for Disaster Resilient
Infrastructure (CDRI) and Coalition
for Climate Resilient Investment
(CCRI)
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
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Q90.Consider the following statements
regarding Unified Payments Interface (UPI):
1. It is an advanced version of
Immediate Payment Service (IMPS)
with round–the-clock funds transfer
service to make cashless payments
faster, easier and smoother.
2. UPI is operated by the Reserve Bank
of India (RBI)
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
Q91. With reference to SITMEX,
consider the following statements:
1. Trilateral naval exercise between
Singapore-India-Thailand
2. It is conducted annually, and was
announced by India at SCO
Summit in 2018
3. The 2021 edition of the exercise
is being hosted by Thailand
which was conducted in the
Andaman Sea.
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
Q92.Consider the following statements
regarding “integrated ombudsman scheme”:
1. It amalgamates three ombudsman
schemes of RBI - banking
ombudsman scheme of 2006,
ombudsman scheme for NBFCs of
2018 and ombudsman scheme of
digital transactions of 2019.
2. It also includes non-scheduled
primary co-operative banks with a
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deposit size of Rs 50 crore and
above.
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
Q93. Consider the following statements with
respect to Universal Service Obligation
Fund (USOF) scheme :
1. Universal Service Obligation Fund
(USOF) is the pool of funds
generated by 5% Universal Service
Levy that is charged upon all the
telecom fund operators on their
Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR)..
2. This fund is deposited in the
Contingency Fund of India and is
dispatched on the approval of the
Indian Parliament..
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
Q94. With reference to Sydney Dialogue,
consider the following statements:
1. It is an initiative of the High
Commissioners of India and
Australia.
2. It is an annual summit of cyber
and critical technologies to
discuss the fallout of the digital
domain on the law and order
situation in the world.
3. India’s focus in the dialogue
included: space sector is open to
private investment and the
agriculture sector is reaping the
benefits of the digital revolution.
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Which of the statements given above (a). 1 only
is/are correct? (b). 2 only
(c). Both 1 and 2
(a). 1 only (d). Neither 1 nor 2
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only Q97.Consider the following statements, with
(d). 1, 2 and 3 reference to National Action Plan to combat
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR):
Q95.Which of the following statements are 1. The theme of World Antimicrobial
true with respect to Bribery Risk Matrix Awareness Week was “Spread
2021: awareness, stop resistance”..
1. Score is calculated on the basis of 2. Microorganisms that develop
four factors: Enforcement and anti- antimicrobial resistance are
bribery deterrence, Business sometimes referred to as
interactions with the government, “superbugs”.
Government and civil service Select the correct answer from the code
transparency, Capacity for civil given below:
society oversight which includes the
media's role. (a). 1 only
2. It is released by TRACE, an anti- (b). 2 only
bribery standard setting organisation. (c). Both 1 and 2
Select the correct answer from the code (d). Neither 1 nor 2
given below:
Q.98. With reference to Assisted
(a). 1 only Reproductive Technology (Regulation) Bill,
(b). 2 only 2021, consider the following statements:
(c). Both 1 and 2 1. The bill excludes live-in couples,
(d). Neither 1 nor 2 single men and the LGBTQ
community.
Q96. With reference to ‘Ocean Services, 2. The bill proposes the establishment
Modelling, Application, Resources and of a national registry and
Technology (O-SMART)’ Scheme , registration authority for all clinics
consider the following statements : and medical professionals serving
1. It is a government scheme that aims in the field.
at promoting ocean research and 3. Indian Council of Medical
setting up early warning weather research will appoint registration
systems. authorities for facilitating the
2. It aims to generate and regularly registration process.
update information on Marine Which of the statements given above
Living Resources and their is/are correct?
relationship with the physical
environment in the Deep Sea (a). 1 only
Ocean beds. (b). 2 only
Select the correct answer from the code (c). 1 and 2 only
given below: (d). 1 and 3 only

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Q99.Which of the following statements
is/are correct regarding the Public Accounts
Committee (PAC) ?
1. Parliamentary committees draw their
authority from Article 105 and
Article 118
2. The Public Accounts Committee was
introduced under the Government of
India Act, 1935 also called Montford
Reforms.
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
Q100.With reference to Private Member’s
Bill, consider the following statements:
1. Any Member of Parliament (MP)
who is an independent
candidate(does not belong to any
party)is referred to as a private
member.
2. Its introduction in the House
requires the President's assent.
3. The government bills\public bills
can be introduced and discussed
on any day, private member’s
bills can be introduced and
discussed only on Fridays..
Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
(a). 1 only
(b). 2 and 3 only
(c). 1 and 3 only
(d). 3 only

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