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Most Probable MCQs for UPSC-CSE 2021

Volume -2
(100 MCQs-Solved)
( A comprehensive MCQs module of Current

Affairs from multiple sources such as The Hindu,
Indian Express , PIB, and Static topics from
various Standard Books )
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1Q) The term "Namghars" which was in news refers to ?
(a) Shaivite Monasteries
(b) Community prayer halls
(c) Place where the travellers take shelter
(d)Place where the king organises cultural fests
1) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Namghars (literally meaning Prayer House) are places for congregational worship associated with the
entire Assamese community and the Ekasarana sect of Hinduism, in particular, that is native to
Assam.
Besides forming the primary structure used for worship, they also function as meeting houses for
congregations, as well as theatres for dramatic performances (bhaona).
The Namghar, also called the kirtanghar, is also the central structure in the Sattras (monasteries of the
Ekasarana religion) where the other buildings are positioned around it.
Namghars were introduced in Assam by the Vaishnavite saints Damodaradeva, Madhavadeva and
Sankaradeva for Assamese people where they can culture and practice naam (devotional songs) and
Bhakti of God (devotion).
Source:- https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1683914
2Q) The term "Neptune Declaration" which was seen in news recently is related to ?
(a) Seafarer Wellbeing
(b) Intelligence sharing alliance
(c) BRICS forum
(d) UNSC reforms
2) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
The Neptune Declaration on Seafarer Wellbeing and Crew Change. This initiative is a global call to
action to address the ongoing crew change crisis focusing on concrete actions that can facilitate crew
changes and keep vital global supply chains functioning.
Source:- https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/maritime-body-mui-urges-
indian-shipping-ministry-to-take-cognisance-of-neptune-
declaration/articleshow/80610526.cms?from=mdr
3Q) Consider the following statements
1) Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) are under the purview of the Banking Regulation
Act, 1949 and hence regulated by the Reserve Bank of India.
2) State Cooperative Banks (StCBs) comes under the dual regulation of State governments and RBI.
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
3) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Statement 1 is Incorrect:- Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) are outside the purview of
the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 and hence not regulated by the Reserve Bank of India.
Statement 2 is Correct:-SCBs/DCCBs are registered under the provisions of State Cooperative

Societies Act of the State concerned and comes under the dual regulation of State governments and
RBI. All Rural Cooperative Banks are supervised by NABARD.
4Q) The "Poverty and Shared Prosperity 2020" report is released by ?
(a) World Economic Forum
(b) World Bank
(c) United Nations International Children Emergency Fund
(d) Oxfam International
4) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
The World Bank in its biennial Poverty and Shared Prosperity Report mentions that Covid-19 can add
around 27-40 million new poor in Sub-Saharan Africa and around 49-57 million in South Asia region.
Source:- https://t.me/economyforyoubyfazal/3309
5Q) Consider the following statements with respect to Indian Parliamentary system
1) Offices of the leader of the House and the leader of the Opposition are mentioned in the Rules of
the House and Parliamentary Statute respectively
2) The office of ‘whip’, on the other hand, is mentioned neither in the Constitution of India nor in the
Rules of the House but finds mention in a Parliamentary Statute.
Which of the statements given above is / are incorrect ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
5) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Statement 2 is Incorrect:- The office of ‘whip’, on the other hand, is mentioned neither in the
Constitution of India nor in the Rules of the House nor in a Parliamentary Statute. It is based on the
conventions of the parliamentary government.
Topic :- Reports/ Indices
6Q) The report titled Hunger-Hotspots is published by ?
(a) World Food Programme
(b) United Nations Children Emergency Fund
(c) Food and Agriculture Organisation
(d) Both (a) and (c)
6) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
Acute hunger may rise in over 20 countries in the coming months, the United Nations Food and
Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Food Programme (WFP) have warned in a new report
titled "Hunger Hotspots".
Source:- https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/africa/acute-hunger-set-to-rise-in-over-20-countries-
warns-un-76131
Topic :- Modern History
7Q) Who among the following wrote the book "Shetkaryaca Asud" ?
(a) Dr.B.R.Ambedkar
(b) M.C.Rajah
(c) Jyotibha Phule
(d)Vitthal Ramji Shinde
7) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Shetkaryaca Asud is a book written by Jyotirao Phule and published in 1881. The book gives a few of
the numerous reasons connected with the religion and politics that had put the Shudra farmers in such
a pitiable condition
Topic :- Art and Culture - Festivals
8Q) Shigmo is the celebration of a ‘rich, golden harvest of paddy’ by the tribal communities of
(a) Manipur
(b) Tripura
(c) Goa
(d) Nagaland
8) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Shigmo is the celebration of a ‘rich, golden harvest of paddy’ by the tribal communities of Goa.
Agricultural communities including the Kunbis, Gawdas and Velips celebrate the festival that also
marks the onset of spring.
Source:- https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-shigmo-festivities-goa-change-covid-
19-7243176/
Topic :- Current Affairs - Places in news
9Q) Dhekiajuli town, associated with the Quit India Movement of 1942 is located in ?
(a) Maharashtra
(b) Assam
(c) Gujarat
(d) Uttar Pradesh
9) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
The Prime Minister visited two significant historical places in Assam.. The first was Sivasagar’s
Jerenga Pothar, where 17th-century Ahom Princess Joymoti sacrificed her life. Second was Dhekiajuli
town, associated with the Quit India Movement of 1942
Source:- https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/narendra-modi-assam-polls-quit-india-
movement-indian-freedom-struggle-7178864/
Topic :- Indian Economy
10Q) Consider the following statements about functions of Reserve Bank of India
1) It provides short term loans and advances to banks for specific purposes.
2) It manages the public debt and issues new loans on behalf of the Central and State Governments.
Which of the statements given above is / are Incorrect ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
10) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
Both statements are correct
Read RBI functions from Economy class notes
Topic:- Ancient History
1) The people of Neolithic age used tools and implements of Polished stone .
2) Kashmiri Neolithic culture was distinguished by dwelling pits , microliths, variety of stone and
bone tools .
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
11) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
In the North-west, the Kashmiri Neolithic culture was distinguished by its dwelling pits, the range of
ceramics, the variety of stone and bone tools and the complete absence of microliths
Source:- Ancient India by R.S.Sharma , Page no :- 37
Topic:- Reports / Indices
12Q) A report titled “India: Transforming to a Net-Zero Emissions Energy System'' is released
by ?
(a) Ministry of Science and Technology
(b) The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
(c) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
(d) NITI Aayog
12) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and Shell have released a report titled “India:
Transforming to a Net-Zero Emissions Energy System''.
It illustrates a pathway to steer the domestic energy system towards net-zero emissions by 2050, while
achieving India’s sustainable economic development ambitions.
Source:- https://indianexpress.com/article/business/commodities/banishing-coal-for-power-holds-
key-to-indias-net-zero-goal-7242877/
Topic :- Environment
13Q) What does the term "Brumation" refers to , which was in news recently ?
(a) a state of dormancy that warm-blooded animals go into during winter
(b) a time of arrested growth and metabolism in butterflies.
(c) It is similar to hibernation but practiced only by cold-blooded animals like reptiles.
(d) It is a state, when an animal goes into a dormant state during a hot period.
13) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Hibernation: It is a state of dormancy that warm-blooded animals go into during winter, preserving
energy at a time when food sources are scarce
Brumation: It is similar to hibernation but practiced only by cold-blooded animals like reptiles
Estivation: It is a state, when an animal goes into a dormant state during a hot period. It is to wait for
passing water scarcity or harsh heat. Many desert creatures estivate
Diapause: It is a time of arrested growth and metabolism in insects, mites, crustaceans and other
creatures most prominently in butterflies.
Source:- https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/meet-the-madras-
hedgehog/article33942839.ece
Topic :- Geography - Rivers in news
14Q) Palar River rises in which of the following state ?
(a) Karnataka
(b) Kerala
(c) Tamilnadu
(d) Odisha
14) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
Palar is a river of southern India. It rises in the Nandi Hills in Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka
state, and flows 93 kilometres in Karnataka, 33 kilometres in Andhra Pradesh and 222 kilometres in
Tamil Nadu before reaching its confluence into the Bay of Bengal at Vayalur about 100 kilometres
south of Chennai.
Source:- https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/palar-river-in-vellore-flows-again-
after-three-years/article33200294.ece
Topic :- Art and Culture
15Q) Who among the following is associated with Vajrayana Buddhism and represents the
virtues of success in work and achievements?
(a) Ksitigarbha
(b) Tara
(c) Akasagarbha
(d) Skanda
15) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Tara is associated with Vajrayana Buddhism and represents the virtues of success in work and
achievements
Topic :- Report / Indices
16Q) Which of the following institution/ organisation has released the report titled " World
Development Report 2021:Data for Better Lives " ?
(a) World Trade Organisation
(b) World Economic Forum
(c) World Bank
(d) United Nations Development Programme
16) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Recently, the World Bank has published the World Development Report 2021:Data for Better Lives.
The World Development Report 2021 provides a blueprint on how to harness the power of data for
development, to ensure no one is left behind.
Source:- https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/natural-disasters/only-11-low-income-countries-
make-their-data-open-world-bank-report-76144
Topic :- Medieval Indian History
1) The Katyuri kings were a medieval ruling clan of present-day Karnataka, India.
2) The Katyuri dynasty was founded by Vashudev Katyuri.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
17) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Statement 1 is Incorrect:- The Katyuri kings were a medieval ruling clan of present-day
Uttarakhand, India. They ruled over the region now known as Kumaon from 700 to 1200 CE.
Statement 2 is Correct:- The Katyuri dynasty was founded by Vashudev Katyuri (sometimes spelled
Vasu Dev or Basu Dev).
At its peak, the Katyuri dynasty of Kumaon extended from Sikkim in the east to Kabul, Afghanistan
in the west, before fragmenting into numerous principalities by the 12th century.
Source:- https://indianexpress.com/article/india/garhwal-himalayas-smoke-fire-used-as-signals-by-
8th-century-rulers-who-built-complex-network-of-forts-finds-study-7247060/
Topic :- Environment (Species in news )
18Q) According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) , Africa's forest
elephants are listed as
(a) Endangered species
(b) Critically Endangered species
(c) Vulnerable species
(d) Least concerned species
18) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has declared African Forest and Savanna
(or bush) elephants as ‘critically endangered’ and ‘endangered’ respectively.
Earlier, African elephants were treated as a single species, listed as Vulnerable. This is the first time
the two species have been assessed separately for the IUCN Red List.
Source:- https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/wildlife-biodiversity/poaching-habitat-loss-push-
africa-s-elephants-to-the-brink-76162
Topic :- Modern Indian History
19Q) He was a lawyer, journalist and a revolutionary leader. An admirer of Dayanad Saraswati
and Herbert Spencer and he published monthly journal , The Indian sociologist . The above
description is about ?
(a) V D Savarkar
(b) Shyamji Krishna Varma
(c) Lala Hardayal
(d) Lala Lajpat Rai
19) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Shyamaji Krishna Varma was a great Arya Samajst, a nationalist,a journalist, a lawyer and a
revolutionary, who fought the British from their own soil. He was the first Indian Bar-at-law, and a
graduate of Balliol College, Oxford University. He was also a noted scholar in Sanskrit for which he
was decorated with the title of 'Pandit' by Kashi pundits' organization. Greatly influenced by swami
Dayanand Saraswati, he became his ardent devotee, a member and then the president of Bombay Arya
Samaj. An admirer of Dayanand Saraswati 's approach of cultural nationalism, and of Herbert
Spencer, Krishna Varma believed in Spencer's dictum "Resistance to aggression is not simply
justified, but imperative".
On 18th Feb 1906 Shyamji established "The Indian Home Rule Society"
He published monthly journal , The Indian sociologist
Topic :- Ancient History
1) The Rig veda mentions about 'Vrajapati' , an officer for administering justice .
2) In the Rig veda no desire is expressed for daughters, though the desire for children is recurrent
theme in the hymns.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
20) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
The Rig veda does not mention any officer for administering justice.
Source:- Ancient History by R.S.Sharma Page 74
21Q) The report titled “Protecting Women's Livelihoods in Times of Pandemic: Temporary
Basic Income and the Road to Gender Equality” is published by ?
(a) United Nations Development Programme
(c) World Bank
(d) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
21) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
Recently, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in its latest report named “Protecting
Women's Livelihoods in Times of Pandemic: Temporary Basic Income and the Road to Gender
Equality” has proposed a Temporary Basic Income (TBI) for poor women in developing countries.
Source:- https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/economy/amp/women-s-day-undp-bats-for-
temporary-basic-income-to-combat-covid-19-75791
22Q) Critical Wildlife Habitats (CWHs) are declared under which of the following legislation ?
(a) Environment Protection Act , 1986.
(b) Wildlife (Protection) Amendment Act, 2006.
(c) Forest Rights Act, 2006.
(d) Indian Forest Act, 1927.
22) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Critical wildlife habitats (CWHs) are areas inside wildlife sanctuaries, national parks and tiger
reserves – known as 'protected areas' – where people's activities like cattle grazing or collecting leaves
compete with the needs of wildlife.
CWH is a provision under the Forest Rights Act, 2006 (FRA)
Topic :- Environment (species)
1) Whale sharks are found in all the tropical oceans of the world.
2) The International Union for Conservation of Nature lists whale sharks as "Endangered" species .
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
23) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Whale sharks are the largest shark and they feed on plankton and travel large distances to find enough
food to sustain their huge size, and to reproduce.
Whale sharks are found in all the tropical oceans of the world.
Threats: Oil & gas drilling, shipping lanes etc.
IUCN Red List: Endangered, CITES: Appendix II, Indian Wildlife Protection Act, 1972: Schedule I
Source:- https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/wildlife-biodiversity/fishers-in-odisha-rescue-second-
whale-shark-in-a-week-75798
Topic :- Current Affairs - Jute
24Q) Jute Geo Textiles are used for which of the following ?
1) slope stabilization
2) rain water harvesting tanks
3) construction of roads
Select the correct answer using the code below:-
(a) 3 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1,2 and 3
24) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
Jute Geo Textiles are used for slope stabilization, rain water harvesting tanks and construction of
roads.
Source:- https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1707503
Topic :- Current Affairs (Defence )
25Q) Indian Navy has inducted two MQ-9B Sea Guardian unarmed drones , which are
procured from
(a) Israel
(b) USA
(c) Russia
(d) France
25) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Indian Navy inducted two 'MQ-9B Sea Guardian' unarmed drones (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles –
UAV) procured from the United States (U.S.) on lease. MQ-9B Sea Guardian became the first
defence hardware to be procured on lease under the new Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020.
26Q) With respect to the age of Satavahanas , the term 'Skandhavaras' refers to ?
(a) Perfumers
(b) Heads of Military regiments
(c) Provincial Governors
(d) Military camps
26) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
The Military character of Satavahana rule is also evident from the common use of such terms as
kataka and skandhavaras in their inscriptions . These were military camps and settlements which
served as administrative centres so long as the king was there.
Source:- Ancient History by R.S Sharma , Page :- 158
27Q) Energy Efficiency 2020 report is released by which of the following ?
(a) International Renewable Energy Agency
(b) World Energy Council
(c) International Energy Agency
(d) World Economic Forum
27) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Global progress on using more efficient sources of energy was set to slow down as a result of the
economic impacts of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, according to the new
International Energy Agency (IEA) report, Energy Efficiency 2020.
Source:- https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/energy/covid-19-slowed-global-progress-on-energy-
efficiency-iea-report-74528
Topic :- Polity
28Q) Consider the following statements about functions of Indian Parliament
1) It can punish its members or outsiders for the breach of its privileges or its contempt.
2) It can impeach the President for the violation of the Constitution.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
28) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Source:- Laxmikanth's Polity 6th Edition
Topic:- Economy
29Q) Under which of the following kind of unemployment, the overall productivity of labour is
very less and marginal productivity of labour is zero ?
(a) Seasonal employment
(b) Disguised employment
(c) Frictional employment
(d) Cyclical employment
29) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Disguised unemployment exists where part of the labour force is either left without work or is
working in a redundant manner. Under this kind of unemployment, the overall productivity of
labour is very less and marginal productivity of labour is zero. Disguised/hidden unemployment
exists frequently in developing countries whose large populations create a surplus in the labour force.
In India, agriculture sector is facing this kind of unemployment.
Topic:- Environment
30Q) Askot Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which of the following state ?
(a) Uttar Pradesh
(b) Uttarakhand
(c) Madhya Pradesh
(d) Sikkim
30) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Askot Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the India's most famous wildlife sanctuaries and is rightly known
as the 'green paradise of India. It is located 54 km (34 mi) from Pithoragarh near Askot in
Uttarakhand state of India.
Topic :- History (Buddhism)
31Q) Who among the following is reputed to have cut the famous Bodhi Tree where Buddha
underwent enlightenment at Bodh Gaya?
(a) Pushyamitra Shunga
(b) Mihirakula
(c) Shashanka Gauda
(d) Pulakesin II
31) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Shashanka followed Hinduism and was a great oppressor of Buddhism. It was believed that
Shashanka destroyed the Buddhist Stupas in Bengal. Shashanka is reputed to have cut the famous
Bodhi Tree where Buddha underwent enlightenment at Bodh Gaya. A new tree was planted in its
place later
Topic :- Reports / Indices
32Q) World Investment Report 2020 is released by which of the following organisation /
institution ?
(a) World Bank
(c) United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
(d) World Trade Organisation
32) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) released the World
Investment Report 2020
Topic :- Environment (Species)
33Q) With respect to Indian biodiversity, Striped Hairstreak and Elusive Prince which are in
news are
(a) Insects
(b) Birds
(c) Amphibians
(d) Primates
33) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
Recently, the lepidopterists have discovered the two new species of butterfly i.e. Striped Hairstreak
and Elusive Prince in Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh.
Source:- https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/japanese-found-chinese-butterfly-is-now-
indian/article31963607.ece
Topic :- Defence
34Q) VAJRA PRAHAR 2021 is the joint military exercise between special forces of India and
which of the following country ?
(a) USA
(b) Russia
(c) Japan
(d) UK
34) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
Recently, Special Forces of India and the USA conducted the joint military exercise ‘VAJRA
PRAHAR 2021’ in Himachal Pradesh.
Source:- https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1708581
Other Exercises of India with the USA:
Exercise Yudh Abhyas (Army), Cope India (Air Force), Red Flag (USA’s multilateral air exercise).,
Malabar Exercise (trilateral naval exercise of India, USA and Japan).
35Q) Consider the following statements about Khajuraho Group of Monuments:
1) The temples are famous for their nagara-style architectural symbolism.
2) Most Khajuraho temples were built between 885 AD and 1050 AD by the Chandela dynasty.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
35) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
The Khajuraho Group of Monuments is listed

as a UNESCO world heritage site.
The temples are famous for their nagara-style

architectural symbolism and their erotic
sculptures.
Most Khajuraho temples were built between

885 AD and 1050 AD by the Chandela
dynasty.
Why this Question ?
The Maharaja Chhatrasal Convention Centre has been inaugurated at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh.
The Convention Centre, named after the legendary Bundelkhand King Maharaja Chhatrasal, was built
under the Swadesh Darshan scheme of the Ministry of Tourism.
Topic:- Reports / Indices
36Q) Global Competitiveness Report Special Edition 2020: How Countries are Performing on
the Road to Recovery is released by which of the following ?
(b) Institute for Management and Development
(c) World Bank
(d) World Trade Organisation
36) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
Global Competitiveness Report Special Edition 2020: How Countries are Performing on the Road to
Recovery is released by World Economic Forum
Topic:- Modern History
37Q) Which among the following events happened earliest ?
(a) August Offer
(b) Ramgarh Congress Session
(c) Cripps Mission
(d)Pakistan Day
37) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Ramgarh Congress session - March 1940
August Offer - 8th August 1940
Cripps Mission - 22nd March 1942
Pakistan Day -23rd March 1943
Topic :- Economy
38Q) Which of the following committee recommended the establishment of the Monetary Policy
Committee ?
(a) P.J.Nayak Committee
(b) Rangarajan Committee
(c) Urjit Patel Committee
(d) Bimal Jalan Committee
38) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:
An RBI-appointed committee led by the then deputy governor Urjit Patel in 2014 recommended the
establishment of the Monetary Policy Committee.
Topic :- Science and Technology
1) Asteroids are rocky objects that orbit the Sun, much smaller than planets.
2) Apophis is a near-Earth asteroid with a relatively large size.
3) Apophis is categorised as a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid.
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 1,2 and 3
39) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
Recently, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has ruled out the possibility of
the dreaded asteroid Apophis causing any damage to the Earth for the next 100 years.
Apophis is a near-Earth asteroid with a relatively large size (about 335 meters wide).
Potentially Hazardous Asteroids :- It means that an asteroid has the potential to make threatening
close approaches to the Earth. Apophis is categorised as a Potentially Hazardous Asteroid.
Topic :- Environment (Species )
40Q) "Puntius Sanctus" which was in news is ?
(a) a new species of plant discovered in western Ghats.
(b) a new species of Krait discovered in Arunachal Pradesh.
(c) a new freshwater fish found in Velankanni.
(d) a new species of sea weed discovered along the Andaman coast.
40) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Recently, Puntius Sanctus, a new freshwater fish, has been found in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu. It has
been found in a small waterbody.
Species of Puntius are known from India mainly from the drainages of the Western and Eastern Ghats,
as well as the Eastern Himalayas.
41Q) "AsterX " , which was in news recently is
(a) First space military exercises of France
(b) India’s first ever simulated space warfare exercise
(c) An Anti-Satellite (ASAT) Missile Test of Russia
(d) US Space Force mission
41) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
Amid the growing competition among the world powers in the field of space, France has begun its
first space military exercises to test its ability to defend its satellites.
The exercise drills are codenamed "AsterX" to commemorate the first French satellite Asterix from
1965.
The exercises are part of France's strategy to become the world's third-largest space power, after the
USA and China.
42Q) Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report is published / released by ?
(a) World Tourism Organisation
(b) World Trade Organisation
(c) World Economic Forum
(d) World Travel and Tourism Council
42) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
The Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report was published by the World Economic Forum.
43Q) A proponent of Mahayana Buddhism in 4th-5th century AD from Gandhara and wrote
from the perspectives of the Sarvastivada and Sautrantika schools.
The above description is about ?
(a) Nagasena
(b) Buddhaghosa
(c) Vasubandhu
(d) Atisa
43) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Vasubandhu: A proponent of Mahayana Buddhism in 4th-5th century AD from Gandhara and wrote
from the perspectives of the Sarvastivada and Sautrantika schools.
Topic :- Environment (Wildlife Sactuaries )
44Q) Badrama wildlife sanctuary is located in which of the following state ?
(a) Gujarat
(b) West Bengal
(c) Odisha
(d) Bihar
44) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
“Badrama Wildlife Sanctuary”, which is also known as “Ushakothi Sanctuary” is situated at a

distance of 37 Km. from the district headquarters of Sambalpur District (Odisha state) towards
Deogarh on National Highway- 6.
45Q) Who among the following is not associated with the Poona Pact of 1932 ?
(a) MC Rajah
(b) Madan Mohan Malaviya
(c) B.R.Ambedkar
(d) GD Birla
45) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
GD Birla is not associated with the Poona Pact of 1932
Topic :- History
46Q) With reference to the religious practices in India, the “Bispanthi” sect belongs to
(a) Jainism
(b) Buddhism
(c) Vaishnavism
(d) Shaivism
46) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
Jainism has two major ancient sub traditions:
1. Digambaras [Sub-sects include Mula Sangh (original community) and Terapanthi,

Taranpathi and Bispanthi (these three are modern communities)]
2. Svetambaras (Sub-sects include Sthanakavasi and Murtipujaka)
47Q) The Commitment to reducing inequality index 2020 is released by which of the
following institution or organisation ?
(b) Oxfam International
(c) World Bank
(d) United Nations Development Programme
47) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
India was ranked 151 out of 158 countries in terms of workers’ rights.
THE COMMITMENT TO REDUCING INEQUALITY INDEX 2020 - by Oxfam
Topic :- Economy
48Q) The term "Trade Margin Rationalization" (TMR) which was in news recently, is
related to which of the following?
(a) Toy making industries
(b) Medical devices
(c) Import of defence equipments
(d) Import of Solar Panels
48) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Trade Margin Rationalization (TMR)
Trade margin is the difference between the price at which manufacturers/importers sell to
stockists/distributors and the price charged to consumers (MRP) and TMR entails a cap on
this margin.
Innovations in healthcare, the dynamics of quality treatment and affordability for patients—
you cannot foster one and stifle the other. For a country that relies on global players for 75%
of all its medical device needs, decisions like trade margin rationalisation (TMR) are
capable of shifting the dynamics of the healthcare regime here
Topic :- Geography (Mapping)
49Q) Indian Wild Ass sanctuary is located in which of the following state ?
(a) Rajasthan
(b) Gujarat
(c) Madhya Pradesh
(d) Assam
49) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary also known as the Wild Ass Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the
Little Rann of Kutch in the Gujarat state of India. It is spread over an area of 4954 km². The
wildlife sanctuary was established in 1972 and came under the Wildlife Protection Act of
1972.
Topic :- Geography (Mapping)
50Q) Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which of the following state ?
(a) Odisha
(b) Uttar Pradesh
(c) West Bengal
(d) Tamilnadu
50) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary and a proposed tiger reserve located in
the Nuapada district of Odisha, adjoining Chhattisgarh.
Topic :- Reports / Indices
51Q) The World in 2030: public survey report is published by which of the following ?
(a) UNESCO
(b) UNICEF
(c) World Bank
(d) World Economic Forum
51) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
The World in 2030: Public Survey Report was recently published by UNESCO
Topic :- Geographical Indication Tag
52Q) Chokuwa Rice which has got Geographical Indication tag belongs to which of the
following state ?
(a) Assam
(b) Manipur
(c) Goa
(d) Uttar Pradesh
52) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
‘Chokuwa rice’ of Assam has got Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Chokuwa rice of Assam
is a unique gift of nature. This class of rice is not known in any other parts of the world.
Chokuwa rice is a special class of semi glutinous winter rice (Sali rice in vernacular) of
Assam which is in cultivation from time immemorial.
53Q) Which of the following site has a minor rock edict of Emperor Ashoka , that
contained the name Ashoka in it instead of ‘Devanampriya’ or ‘Piyadassi’ ?
(a) Kalsi
(b) Maski
(c) Kanganahalli
(d) Kalinga
53) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Maski Inscription: Maski is a village and an archaeological site in Raichur district of

Karnataka. It lies on the bank of the Maski river which is a tributary of the Tungabhadra. The
site has a minor rock edict of Emperor Ashoka. It was the first edict of Emperor Ashoka
that contained the name Ashoka in it instead of ‘Devanampriya’ or ‘Piyadassi’. The
inscription remains a dharma shasana, and tells people to follow the tenets of Buddhism.
Moreover the inscription also suggests the spread of Mauryan rule up to the Krishna Valley
of North-eastern Karnataka.
Topic :- Bhakti Movement
54Q) Who among the following bhakti saint wrote a text “Siksastakam” which is a
gaudiya vaishnava prayer in eight verses ?
(a) Ramananda
(b) Vallabhacharya
(c) Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
(d) Sankardev
54) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (1486-1534 AD), West Bengal :- He was a Bengali Hindu saint and
the chief proponent of the Achintya Bheda Abheda and Gaudiya Vaishnavism tradition.
Being a prominent Saguna saint, he also expounded the vaishnava school of bhakti yoga and
was a ardent devotee of Lord Krishna. He popularised Kirtans (religious songs) as a form to
worship Krishna. ISKCON has taken its inspirations from his teachings. He wrote a text
“Siksastakam” which is a gaudiya vaishnava prayer in eight verses
Topic :- Current Affairs
55Q) A pilot project RE-HAB (Reducing Elephant-Human Attacks using Bees) has been
launched in which of the following state ?
(a) Kerala
(b) Karnataka
(c) Madhya Pradesh
(d) Assam
55) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
A pilot project RE-HAB (Reducing Elephant-Human Attacks using Bees) has been launched
in Karnataka which entails installing bee boxes along the periphery of the forest and the
villages to mitigate human-elephant conflict.
These spots are located on the periphery of Nagarahole National Park and Tiger Reserve,
which is a known conflict zone.
The Project is an initiative of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC). It is a
sub-mission of KVIC’s National Honey Mission.
Source:- https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/pitting-david-against-
goliath/article34078099.ece
1) Ashvagosha wrote the Buddhacharita, which is a biography of Buddha.
2) The progress of Mahayana Buddhism led to the composition of numerous avadanas.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
56) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Source:- Ancient History by R.S.Sharma , Page no :-150
Topic :- Environment - species
57Q) Recently a group of scientists has reported a new genus of treefrog called Striped Bubble-
nest frog from which of the following place ?
(a) Western Ghats
(b) Andaman Islands
(c) Arunachal Pradesh
(d) Eastern Ghats
57) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Recently a group of scientists has reported a new genus of treefrog from the Andaman Islands called
Striped Bubble-nest frog.
The new genus ‘Rohanixalus’ is named after Sri Lankan taxonomist Rohan Pethiyagoda.
Striped Bubble-nest frog belongs to the genus of the Old World treefrog family Rhacophoridae.
This is the first report of a tree frog species from the Andaman Islands.
source:- https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/new-genus-of-treefrog-
discovered-in-andaman-islands/article33083907.ece
Topic :- Report / indices
58Q) Global Technology Governance Report 2021 is released by which of the following
institution or organisation ?
(a) United Nations Office of Information and Communications Technology
(c) World Trade Organisation
(d) World Bank
58) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Global Technology Governance Report 2021 is released by World Economic Forum
59Q) Recently, researchers from Kolkata have developed a device called “AJO-Neo '', which is
used for ?
(a) measuring the oxygen level (oxygen saturation) of the blood.
(b) treating the neo natal birth defects.
(c) measuring the neo natal bilirubin level.
(d) determining the approximate concentration of glucose in the blood.
59) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Recently, researchers from the S.N. Bose National Centre For Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS), Kolkata
have developed a device called “AJO-Neo '' to measure neonatal bilirubin level.
SNBNCBS is an autonomous research Institute under the Department of Science and Technology
(DST), Government of India.
60Q) Who among the following introduced decentralisation in India and made the first
Provincial settlement in 1870 ?
(a) Lord Mayo
(b) Lord Ripon
(c) Lord Canning
(d) Lord Lytton
60) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
Lord Mayo Introduced financial decentralisation in India and made first Provincial settlement in 1870
Topic:- Report/ Indices
61Q) A new report titled Forest Governance by Indigenous and Tribal Peoples has been
released by which of the following institution/ organisation ?
(b) Center for World Indigenous Studies
(c) The International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs
(d) Food and Agriculture Organization
61) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
A new report titled Forest Governance by Indigenous and Tribal Peoples has been released by the
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Fund for the Development of
Indigenous Peoples of Latin America and the Caribbean (FILAC).
Source:- https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/environment/forests-under-indigenous-people-more-
protected-says-new-report-76193
Topic :- Art and culture (dance forms)
62Q) The dance form was an amalgamation of various dance forms mainly Ojapali and
Devdasi. It is generally performed in group by male monks known as ‘Bhokots’ as part of their
daily rituals or even on festivals.
(a)Kathakali
(b) Manipuri
(c) Odissi
(d) Sattriya
62)Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
Sattriya dance in modern-form was introduced by the Vaishnava Saint Sankaradeva in the 15th
century AD in Assam. The art form derives its name from the Vaishnava monasteries known as
‘Sattras’, where it was primarily practised.
It finds mention in the ancient text ‘Natya Shastra’ of sage Bharat Muni. It is inspired from Bhakti
Movement
The dance form was an amalgamation of various dance forms prevalent in Assam, mainly Ojapali and
Devdasi
The dance is generally performed in group by male monks known as ‘Bhokots’ as part of their daily
rituals or even on festivals
Ankia Naat: a type of Sattriya, it involves play or musical-drama. It was originally written in
Assamese-Maithili mix language called Brajavali. Another similar form is ‘Bhaona’, which is based
on stories of Lord Krishna.
Topic :- Mapping
63Q) One of the Habitat or breeding ground of Black necked Crane , Sangti Valley is located in
which of the following state ?
(a) Assam
(b) Arunachal Pradesh
(c) Sikkim
(d) Himachal Pradesh
63) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
In Arunachal Pradesh,Black necked Crane can be seen in three areas: Sangti valley in West Kameng
district, Zemithang in Tawang district, Chug valley in Tawang district.
Topic:- Art and Culture
64Q) Varakari Sampradaya is founded by ?
(a) Eknath
(b) Jnanadev
(c) Janardana
(d) Dattatreya
64) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
The Varkari Sampradaya (“the tradition of the masters”) sect evolved in the wake of a drive for the
renewal of the Hindu religious movement known as Bhakti, which preached pure devotion towards
God as the way to salvation.
Varkari Sampradaya is traditionally thought to have emerged around 1100–1120 AD, although this
specific Bhakti movement was consolidated by Jnanadeva, whose work Jnaneshvari was actually
written in about 1290
Topic :- Economy
65Q) Which of the following nation has been leading the list of investor countries to invest in
India with 29.09% of the total FDI Equity inflows ?
(a) Singapore
(b) USA
(c) Mauritius
(d) Japan
65) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
The Measures taken by the Government on the fronts of FDI policy reforms, investment facilitation
and ease of doing business have resulted in increased FDI inflows into the country as India has
attracted total FDI inflow of US$ 72.12 billion during April to January, 2021. It is the highest ever for
the first ten months of a financial year and 15% higher as compared to the first ten months of 2019-20
(US$ 62.72 billion).
The trends show that the FDI equity inflow grew by 28% in the first ten months of F.Y. 2020-21 (US$
54.18 billion) compared to the year ago period (US$ 42.34 billion).
In terms of top investor countries, ‘Singapore’ is at the apex with 30.28% of the total FDI
Equity inflow followed by U.S.A (24.28%) and UAE (7.31%) for the first ten months of the
current financial year 2020-21.
Japan has been leading the list of investor countries to invest in India with 29.09% of the total
FDI Equity inflows during January, 2021, followed by Singapore (25.46%) and the U.S.A.
(12.06%).
The Computer Software & Hardware has emerged as the top sector during the first ten months of F.Y.
2020-21 with 45.81% of the total FDI Equity inflow followed by Construction (Infrastructure)
Activities (13.37%) and Services Sector (7.80%) respectively.
As per the trends shown during the month of January, 2021, the consultancy services emerged as the
top sector with 21.80% of the total FDI Equity inflow followed by Computer Software & Hardware
(15.96%) and Service Sector (13.64%).
Source:- https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1709654
66Q) During 1893-94, Who among the following published a series of articles entitled 'New
Lamps for the Old' describing the Congress as being out of contact with proletariat and dying
of consumption ?
(a) Gopala Krishna Gokhale
(b) Aurobindo Gosh
(c) Lala Lajpat Rai
(d) Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
66) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
During 1893-94, Aurobindo Gosh published a series of articles entitled 'New Lamps for the Old' in
the Indu Prakash wherein he described the Congress as being out of contact with proletariat and dying
of consumption.
67Q) Which among the following Institution/ organisation has launched Coalition for
Sustainable Climate Action ?
(a)United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network
(b) International Sustainable Development Organisation
(c) International Solar Alliance
(d) United Nations Environment Programme
67) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:
It is an initiative of International Solar Alliance
Recently, India and France have been re-elected as the President and Co-President of the International
Solar Alliance (ISA) for a term of two years at the virtual third Assembly of ISA.
The first two assemblies were held in India in 2018 and 2019.
The Assembly approved institutionalising ISA’s engagement with the private and public corporate
sector through the Coalition for Sustainable Climate Action (CSCA).
Source:- https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1664423
Topic :- Polity
68Q) Which of the following constitutional provisions with regard to the enactment of budget is
correct ?
(a) No tax shall be levied or collected except by authority of law.
(b) Expenditure charged on Consolidated Fund of India shall be submitted to the vote of Parliament.
(c) The Rajya Sabha has power to vote on the demand for grants
(d) Parliament cannot reduce or abolish a tax.
68) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
The Constitution of India contains the following provisions with regard to the enactment of budget:
Statement (a) is Correct:- No tax shall be levied or collected except by authority of law.
Statement (b) is Incorrect:- The expenditure charged on the Consolidated Fund of India shall not be
submitted to the vote of Parliament. However, it can be discussed by the Parliament.
Statement (c) is Incorrect:- The Rajya Sabha has no power to vote on the demand for grants; it is the
exclusive privilege of the Lok Sabha.
Statement (d) is Incorrect:- Parliament can reduce or abolish a tax but cannot increase it.
69Q) Artificial Intelligence (AI) based portal ‘SUPACE’ is related to which of the following ?
(a) Education
(b) Judiciary
(c) Taxation
(d) Medical
69) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Recently, the Chief Justice of India (CJI) launched an Artificial Intelligence (AI) based portal
‘SUPACE’ in the judicial system aimed at assisting judges with legal research.
SUPACE is short for Supreme Court Portal for Assistance in Court’s Efficiency.
Source:- https://indianexpress.com/article/india/cji-launches-top-courts-ai-driven-research-portal-
7261821/
Topic :- Report / Indices
70Q) The Global Environment Outlook Report (GEO) is released by which of the following
organisation ?
(a) International Union for Conservation of Nature
(b) United Nations Environment Programme
(c) Global Environment Facility
(d) World Nature Organization
70) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
The Global Environment Outlook is often referred to as UN Environment’s flagship environmental

assessment.
UN Environment launched the first Global Environment Outlook in 1997.
It is a flagship report because it fulfills the core functions of the UNEP.
Topic :- Report/ Indices
71Q) 'The Remote Learning Reachability Report' is released by which of the following
institution or organisation ?
(a) UNICEF
(b) UNESCO
(c) World Economic Forum
(d) Oxfam International
71) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
The Remote Learning Reachability report, issued by UNICEF expressed concerns over children from
economically disadvantaged families struggling with access to remote learning
Source:- https://www.livemint.com/education/news/just-24-of-indian-households-have-internet-to-
access-e-education-unicef-11598527337136.html
72Q) In the year 1890, Who among the following was the first graduate of Bethune College,
Calcutta University, addressed the Congress session ?
(a) Kalpana Dutt
(b) Kadambini Ganguly
(c) Sarojini Naidu
(d) Usha Mehta
72) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
In the year 1890, Kadambini Ganguly was the first graduate of Bethune College, Calcutta University,
addressed the Congress session
Topic :- Indian Polity
1) The President cannot return a money bill for the reconsideration of the Parliament.
2) The President possess Suspensive vote in the case of Money bill.
Which of the statements given above is/are Incorrect ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
73) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Suspensive Veto :- The President exercises this veto when he returns a bill for reconsideration of the
Parliament. However, if the bill is passed again by the Parliament with or without amendments and
again presented to the President, it is obligatory for the President to give his assent to the bill. This
means that the presidential veto is overridden by a repassage of the bill by the same ordinary majority
(and not a higher majority as required in USA). As mentioned earlier, the President does not possess
this veto in the case of money bills. The President can either give his assent to a money bill or
withhold his assent to a money bill but cannot return it for the reconsideration of the
Parliament. Normally, the President gives his assent to money bill as it is introduced in the
Parliament with his previous permission.
Topic :- Mapping
74Q) Madhav National Park is located in which of the following state ?
(a) Bihar
(b) Madhya Pradesh
(c) Rajasthan
(d) Gujarat
74) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Madhav National Park is situated in Shivpuri District, Madhya Pradesh. It is a part of the upper
Vindhyan hills.
The Park was the hunting ground of Mughal emperors and Maharaja of Gwalior. It got the status of a
National Park in 1959.
It has a diverse ecosystem consisting of lakes, dry deciduous & dry thorn forests.
The forest is home to tigers, leopards, Nilgai, and Chinkara (Gazella bennettii) and Chousingha
(Tetracerus quadricornis) and Deers (Chital, Sambar and Barking Deer) among others.
The Park falls within one of the 32 major Tiger Corridors of the country, which are operationalised
through the Tiger Conservation Plan. Tiger Conservation Plan is implemented under the Wildlife
(Protection) Act, 1972.
Topic :- Current affairs
75Q) Anamaya Initiative, which was in news recently is ?
(a) A cultural tribute to poet Annamaya
(b) An Intelligence sharing initiative
(c) An Animal Health Initiative
(d) A Tribal Health Collaborative
75) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
Recently, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs has launched Tribal Health Collaborative (THC)
'Anamaya' through a video conference.
It is an initiative bringing together governments, philanthropists, national and international

foundations, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)/Community Based Organizations (CBOs) to
end all preventable deaths among the tribal communities of India.
Topic:- Ancient History
76Q) With respect to Ancient Indian History , the term "Sannidhata" refers to ?
(a) highest officer in charge of tax assessment .
(b) chief custodian of the state treasury.
(c) commander -in-chief of army.
(d) high priest.
76) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
The Sannidhata was the chief custodian of the state treasury and store house.
Source:- Ancient history by R.S. Sharma, Page :- 132
Topic:- Reports/ indices
77Q) Women, Business and the Law 2021 report is released by which of the following ?
(a) World Bank
(c) UN Women
(d) International Women's Development Agency
77) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
According to the World Bank’s Women, Business and the Law 2021 report, women still have
only three-fourths the legal rights of men, on average around the world. This matters because
better performance in the areas measured by the Women, Business and the Law index is
associated with a narrower gender gap in development outcomes, more female policy makers,
higher female labor force participation, and lower vulnerable employment.
Topic:- Environment
78Q) Recently , the Blue flag certification is awarded to Radhanagar beach , which is
located in ?
(a) Odisha
(b) Goa
(c) Andaman and Nicobar
(d) Gujarat
78) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Radhanagar Beach – Andaman and Nicobar
The Blue Flag Certification is awarded by a non-profit organization called the Foundation for
Environmental Education (FEE).
In Oct 2020, Eight Beaches in India were awarded the prestigious certification, namely:
1. Golden Beach – Odisha
2. Shivrajpur Beach – Gujarat
3. Kappad Beach – Kerala
4. Ghoghla Beach – Diu
5. Radhanagar Beach – Andaman and Nicobar
6. Kasarkod Beach – Karnataka
7. Padubidri Beach – Karanataka
8. Rushikonda Beach – Andhra Pradesh
Topic:- Mapping
79Q) Farasan Islands are located in ?
(a) Black sea
(b) Aral sea
(c) Red Sea
(d) Mediterranean sea
79) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Farasan Island is the largest island of the Farasan Islands, in the Red Sea.
Topic:- Modern History
80Q) Who among the following is the founder of" Paridasak "weekly ?
(a) G.S. Aiyar
(b) Barindra Kumar Gosh
(c) Bipin Chandra Pal
(d)Sachindranth Sanyal
80) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Leader of the Nationalist movement, Bipin Chandra Pal was born on November 7, 1858 in
Sylhet, now in Bangladesh. He started the weekly 'Paridarshak' or 'Paridasak' when he was
just 22 years old.
Topic :- Report/Indices
81Q) The report titled ‘Climate Vulnerability Assessment for Adaptation Planning in
India Using a Common Framework’ is to be released by which of the following ?
(a) Department of Science and Technology
(b) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
(c) UNEP-India
(d) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
81) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
The Department of Science and Technology is to release a National Level Climate

Vulnerability report. The title of the report is “Climate Vulnerability Assessment for
Adaptation Planning in India using a Common Framework”.
Topic:- Art and Culture
82Q) Recently , in which of the following state, Remnants of a statue of the Shaivite
goddess Maheswari, with a coiled crown and chakra is excavated ?
(a) Bihar
(b) Jharkhand
(c)Telangana
(d) Andhra Pradesh
82) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
In news :- By a hill in Jharkhand, Buddhist remains from a millennium ago
Over the last several weeks, groups of people, on foot or on bicycles, have been making their
way to Bahoranpur village of Gurhet panchayat in Hazaribagh’s Sadar block, about 12
kilometres outside Hazaribagh town. The site, at the eastern side of Jharkhand’s Sitagraha
hills
Among the ASI’s discoveries were four statues of Taras, the “saviouresses” of the
Thunderbolt Vehicle, displaying the Varada mudra, a hand gesture signifying the dispensing
of boons; and six statues of the Buddha in the Bhumisparsha mudra, with all five fingers of
his right hand extended towards the earth, symbolising his enlightenment. Remnants of a
statue of the Shaivite goddess Maheswari, with a coiled crown and chakra, appear to
suggest a degree of cultural assimilation at the site.
Source:- https://indianexpress.com/article/india/by-a-hill-in-jharkhand-buddhist-remains-
from-a-millennium-ago-7275543/
Topic:- Current Affairs
83Q) 'Sturgeons' which are seen in news recently are ?
(a) New species of Kraits
(b) Living Fossils
(c) World's Smallest Reptiles
(d) Seaweeds
83) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Sturgeons have existed since the time of dinosaurs, for about 200 million years. Some of the
species can grow up to eight metre in length and live more than a century. They are called
‘living fossils’ because their appearance has altered very little over the years.
Source:- https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/wildlife-biodiversity/sturgeon-poaching-for-
meat-caviar-rampant-in-lower-danube-wwf-report-76431
Topic:- Polity
84Q) It is granted when the amount authorised by the Parliament through the
appropriation act for a particular service for the current financial year is found to be
insufficient for that year.
(a)Vote of Credit
(b) Excess Grant
(c) Additional Grant
(d) Supplementary Grant
84) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
Supplementary Grant:- It is granted when the amount authorised by the Parliament through
the appropriation act for a particular service for the current financial year is found to be
insufficient for that year.
Topic :- Mapping
85Q) Sangay National Park is located in ?
(a) Philippines
(b) Ecuador
(c) Indonesia
(d) Italy
85) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Recently, Ecuador’s Sangay volcano erupted. Sangay volcano is one of the highest active
volcanoes in the world and one of Ecuador's most active ones. It is the southernmost
stratovolcano (a volcano built up of alternate layers of lava and ash) in the northern volcanic
zone of the Andes. It is 5230 m high. Sangay National Park is located in the central part of
Ecuador on the Andes mountains' eastern side. It is a world heritage site.
Source:- https://indianexpress.com/article/world/ecuadors-sangay-volcano-erupts-ash-8-
kilometers-7225406/
1) The Jaina texts were written in Prakrit and were finally compiled in the sixth century A.D. in
Valabhi in Gujarath.
2) The Jaina texts refer repeatedly to trade and traders.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
86) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Source:- Ancient History by R.S.Sharma , Page no :- 16 and 17
Topic :- International Relations
87Q) Which of the following nations is yet to ratify the Comprehensive and Progressive
Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership ?
(a) Singapore
(b) Vietnam
(c) Malaysia
(d) Japan
87) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Brunei, Chile, Malaysia and Peru had yet to ratify the CPTPP
Topic :- Economy
88Q) Which of the following factors influence the value of a currency ?
1) Inflation
2) Interest rates
3) Macroeconomic policies
4) Equity market
Select the correct answer using the code below:-
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 1. 2 and 4 only
(c) 1,3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4
88) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
Some of the factors that influence the value of a currency: Inflation, Interest rates, Trade deficit,
Macroeconomic policies, Equity market
89Q) The Reserve Bank of India was conceptualised in accordance with the guidelines
presented by Who among the following to the Hilton Young Commission ?
(a) Lala Lajpat Rai
(b) Dr.B.R.Ambedkar
(c) Jawaharlal Nehru
(d) Rajendra Prasad
89) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
The Reserve Bank of India was conceptualised in accordance with the guidelines presented by Dr
Ambedkar to the Hilton Young Commission (also known as Royal Commission on Indian Currency
and Finance) based on his book, The Problem of the Rupee – Its Origin and Its Solution.
90Q) Delhi High Court ordered Centre to frame protection rules for exotic animals not included
in WPA, with respect to petition filed by PETA India about the status of a male hippopotamus
rescued from the Asiad Circus in Uttar Pradesh.
What is the IUCN status of Hippopotamus ?
(a)Least Concerned
(b) Vulnerable
(c) Endangered
(d) Critically Endangered
90) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Hippopotamus, also called hippo or water horse, is an amphibious African ungulate mammal.
It is considered to be the second largest land animal (after the elephant).
Hippopotamuses were extinct in northern Africa by 1800 and south of Natal and the Transvaal by
1900. They are still fairly common in East Africa, but populations continue to decrease continent
wide.
Exotic Animals:
The term exotic does not have a set definition but it usually refers to a wild animal or one that is more
unusual and rare than normal domesticated pets like cats or dogs.
These are those species which are not usually native to an area and are introduced to an area by
humans.
91Q) Who among the following composed the Saundarananda, which is a fine example of
Sanskrit kavya ?
(a) Bhasa
(b) Ashvagosha
(c) Sudraka
(d) Sandhyakara Nandi
91) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Ashvaghosha wrote the Buddhcharita, which is a biography of the Buddha, and also composed
Saundarananda, a fine example of Sanskrit kavya.
92Q) IceCube, ANTARES which are in news are ?
(a) missions to detect coral reefs
(b) space observatory stations
(c) largest radio telescopes
(d) largest neutrino detectors
92) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
IceCube at the South Pole and ANTARES in the Mediterranean Sea are the largest neutrino detectors
in the world.
Why this question?
Russian scientists have launched one of the world’s biggest underwater neutrino telescopes called the
Baikal-GVD (Gigaton Volume Detector) in the waters of Lake Baikal, the world’s deepest lake
situated in Siberia.
The Baikal-GVD Collaboration includes 9 institutions and organizations from 4 countries. The
telescope is one of the three largest neutrino detectors in the world along with IceCube at the
South Pole and ANTARES in the Mediterranean Sea.
Source:- https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-what-is-a-telescope-doing-inside-the-
worlds-deepest-lake-7254805/
Topic:- Mapping
93Q) Siju Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which of the following state ?
(a) West Bengal
(b) Meghalaya
(c) Manipur
(d) Assam
93) Ans:- (b)
Explanation:-
Wildlife Sanctuary in Meghalaya:
 Siju Wildlife Sanctuary

 Narpuh Wildlife Sanctuary
 Baghmara Pitcher Plant Sanctuary
 Nokrek National Park
Why this question ?
India’s first bamboo-dwelling bat with sticky disks, has been found near Nongkhyllem Wildlife
Sanctuary in Meghalaya.
So , It is important to know the wildlife sanctuaries in Meghalaya
94Q) Which of the following is the base year for Consumer Price Index (CPI) Agricultural
Labourer (AL) and Rural Labourer (RL) ?
(a) 1986-87
(b) 2011-12
(c) 2012-14
(d) 2016-17
94) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
At present, India has five consumer price indexes (CPIs), three of which are working-class specific.
These are:
 CPI for Industrial Workers (IW).

 CPI for Agricultural Labourer (AL).
 CPI for Rural Labourer (RL).
These three indexes are compiled by the Labour Bureau in the Ministry of Labour and
Employment.
CPIs AL and RL are used to fix minimum wages of agricultural labourers and rural unskilled
employees.
The Labour Bureau is also expected to bring out the new series of the CPI- AL/RL, which currently
has the base year of 1986-87 by August 2021.
The other two are CPI-Urban and CPI Rural. These two indexes are compiled by the National
Statistical Office (NSO) in the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
The combined rise in retail prices is captured by CPI Combined.
A committee set up by the National Statistical Commission (NSC) in 2005 under the recommendation
of Dr C Rangarajan Commission, has suggested that CPI-Rural and CPI-Urban could be a substitute
for CPI-AL/RL and CPI-IW, respectively.
95Q) A team of researchers have “rediscovered” "Globba andersonii " from the Sikkim
Himalayas, Which is a
(a) Plant species
(b) Mammal
(c) Reptile
(d) Amphibian
95) Ans:- (a)
Explanation:-
A team of researchers have “rediscovered”

a rare plant species called Globba
andersonii from the Sikkim Himalayas.
The species has been found near the

Teesta river valley region after a gap of
nearly 136 years.
The earliest records of the collection of this

plant were dated between the period 1862-
70 by Scottish botanist Thomas Anderson
from Sikkim and Darjeeling. Then, in
1875, the British botanist Sir George King,
had collected it from the Sikkim
Himalayas.
The plant, known commonly as ‘dancing

ladies’ or ‘swan flowers’ was thought to
have been extinct until its “re-collection”, for the first time since 1875.
Globba andersonii are characterised by white ﬂowers and non-attached anthers (the part of a stamen
that contains the pollen).
The species has been listed as “Endangered” on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
Source:- https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/science/plant-thought-to-be-extinct-for-more-than-135-
years-found/article31954998.ece
96Q) World Press Freedom Index 2021 is published by which of the following institute
or organisation ?
(a) International Center for Journalists
(b) Fraser Institute
(c) Freedom House
(d) Reporters Without Borders
96) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
The 2021 World Press Freedom Index compiled by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) shows
that journalism, the main vaccine against disinformation, is completely or partly blocked in
73% of the 180 countries ranked by the organisation.
India has ranked 142nd yet again out of 180 nations
Norway has topped yet again for the fifth year in the row, followed by Finland and Denmark.
Reporters Without Borders is an international non-profit and non-governmental

organization with the stated aim of safeguarding the right to freedom of information.
Headquarters: Paris, France
97Q) Which of the following has launched Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) ?
(a) Department of Biotechnology
(b) Department of Agricultural Research And Education
(c) Department of Agriculture, Co-operation and Farmers Welfare
(d) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
97) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
Recently, the Government has launched the Startup India Seed Fund
Scheme (SISFS).
The Scheme was announced during the ‘Prarambh: StartupIndia
International Summit’ which marked the five-year anniversary of the Startup India initiative.
Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS):
Aim: To provide financial assistance to startups for proof of concept, prototype development,
product trials, market entry, and commercialization.
Launched by: Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) with an
outlay of Rs. 945 Crore.
An Experts Advisory Committee (EAC) has been constituted by Department for Promotion
of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) , which will be responsible for the overall execution
and monitoring of the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme.
A startup, recognized by DPIIT, incorporated not more than 2 years ago at the time of
application.
Startups should not have received more than Rs. 10 lakh of monetary support under any other
Central or State Government scheme.
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
The department was earlier called Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion and was renamed as
DPIIT in January, 2019.
It comes under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Topic :- International Relations
98Q) Which of the following nation has assumed the position of Chair of the Indian
Ocean Rim Association (IORA) for the period of 2019-2021 ?
(a) Bangladesh
(b) India
(c) United Arab Emirates
(d) Srilanka
98) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
The Indian Ocean Rim Association is an inter-governmental

organisation which was established on 7 March 1997.
The vision for IORA originated during a visit by late President
Nelson Mandela of South Africa to India in 1995
IORA’s apex body is the Council of Foreign Ministers (COM) which meets annually.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) assumed the role of Chair since November 2019 -
November 2021, followed by the People's Republic of Bangladesh.
IORA has 22 member states, including Australia, Bangladesh, Comoros, India, Indonesia,
Iran, Kenya, Madagascar, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Mozambique, Oman, Seychelles,
Singapore, Somalia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Thailand, UAE, and Yemen.
Its Secretariat is based in Cyber City, Ebène, Mauritius.
Topic:- Environment
99Q) With respect to India's biodiversity , Kaestlea, Ristella are
(a) Birds
(b) Primates
(c) Reptiles
(d) Amphibians
99) Ans:- (c)
Explanation:-
Recently, the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) brought a study on skinks (a kind of lizard),
titled Skinks of India.
Skinks are non-venomous,
highly alert, agile and fast
moving and actively forage
for a variety of insects and
small invertebrates.
In India skinks are found in

all kinds of habitats in the
country, from the Himalayas
to the coasts and from dense
forests to the deserts.
Kaestlea: They are also known as blue-tailed ground skinks and are endemic to the Western
Ghats.
Ristella: They are also known as Cat skinks and endemic to the southern part of Western
Ghats.
Zoological Survey of India
The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), a subordinate organization of the Ministry of Environment,
Forest and Climate Change was established in 1916.
It has its headquarters at Kolkata and 16 regional stations located in different geographic locations
of the country.
It does - Preparation of Red Data Book, Fauna of India and Fauna of States.
100Q) This site is also known as Kanwar Jheel and it is an important stopover along the
Central Asian Flyway, with 58 migratory waterbirds using it for rest and refuel.
(a) Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary.
(b) Kansora-Barkot Elephant Corridor
(c) Asan Conservation Reserve
(d) Kabartal Wetland
100) Ans:- (d)
Explanation:-
Kabartal Wetland, also known as Kanwar Jheel, covers 2,620 hectares of the Indo-Gangetic
plains in the northern Bihar State.
The Wetland is an important stopover along the Central Asian Flyway, with 58 migratory
waterbirds using it to rest and refuel.
Five critically endangered species inhabit the site, including three vultures – the red-
headed vulture (Sarcogyps calvus), white-rumped vulture (Gyps bengalensis) and Indian
vulture (Gyps indicus) – and two waterbirds, the sociable lapwing (Vanellus gregarius)
and Baer’s pochard (Aythya baeri).

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(a) Shaivite Monasteries

(b) Community prayer halls

(c) Place where the travellers take shelter

(d)Place where the king organises cultural fests

(a) Seafarer Wellbeing

(b) Intelligence sharing alliance

(c) BRICS forum

(d) UNSC reforms

Which of the statements given above is / are correct ?

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Statement 2 is Correct:-SCBs/DCCBs are registered under the provisions of State Cooperative

4Q) The "Poverty and Shared Prosperity 2020" report is released by ?

(a) World Economic Forum

(b) World Bank

(c) United Nations International Children Emergency Fund

(d) Oxfam International

Which of the statements given above is / are incorrect ?

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Topic :- Reports/ Indices

6Q) The report titled Hunger-Hotspots is published by ?

(a) World Food Programme

(b) United Nations Children Emergency Fund

(c) Food and Agriculture Organisation

(d) Both (a) and (c)

Topic :- Modern History

(d)Vitthal Ramji Shinde

Topic :- Art and Culture - Festivals

Topic :- Current Affairs - Places in news

(d) Uttar Pradesh

Topic :- Indian Economy

Which of the statements given above is / are Incorrect ?

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

10) Ans:- (d)

Both statements are correct

Read RBI functions from Economy class notes

Topic:- Ancient History

11Q) Consider the following statements

Which of the statements given above is / are correct ?

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Source:- Ancient India by R.S.Sharma , Page no :- 37

Topic:- Reports / Indices

(a) Ministry of Science and Technology

(b) The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)

(c) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

(d) NITI Aayog

12) Ans:- (b)

(a) a state of dormancy that warm-blooded animals go into during winter

(b) a time of arrested growth and metabolism in butterflies.

13) Ans:- (c)

Topic :- Geography - Rivers in news

14Q) Palar River rises in which of the following state ?

14) Ans:- (a)

Topic :- Art and Culture

15) Ans:- (b)

Topic :- Report / Indices

(a) World Trade Organisation