Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration (SPIPA), WT09_28_02_2024

UPSC Prelims Training Program- 2024

General Studies Paper – I

Max Marks: 200 Marks Date: 28/02/2024
Exam Name: WEEKLY TEST–09 Time: 10.30 to 12.30

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1. Which one of the following statements
best describes the term Natural
Capital?
(a) It is the economic value that arises
from the stock of knowledge, social
and personality attributes
embodied in a person.
(b) It refers to the stock of trust and
shared values that facilitate the
social coordination of economic
activity.
(c) It is the world's stocks of natural
assets which include geology, soil,
air, water and all living things.
(d) It is the financial resources that
businesses can use to fund their
operations related to natural
resources
2. With reference to the likely impact/s of
the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)'s
decision to hike the repo rate, consider
the following statements:
1. It may reduce the multiplier effect of
money on the economy.
2. It essentially brings down demand
pull as well as cost push inflation in
the economy.
3. It would incentivise banks to sell
their government securities to the
Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(c) All three (d) None
3. With reference to Potential Gross
Domestic Product (GDP), consider the
following statements:
1. It is determined based on the highest
growth rate achieved by the country
in the last 30 years.
2. When Potential GDP is greater than
Actual GDP, it indicates that the
economy is running at an inefficient
rate.
3. If the actual GDP of an economy is
higher than the potential GDP, then
the central bank is likely to reduce
interest rates.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(c) All three (d) None
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4. With reference to the key terms·
associated with the World Trade
Organization (WTO), consider the
following:
1. The Special Safeguard Mechanism
refers to an option available for
countries to impose additional
temporary duties on imports when
there is a surge in imports at a lower
price.
2. Green box subsidies in agriculture
refer to the trade-distorting
government subsidies and. need to
be curbed at any cost.
3. Peace Clause is invoked by India to
justify the MSP regime for National
Food Security Programme.
4. De Minimus refers to the minimum
level prescribed towards product-
specific and non-product-specific
agricultural subsidies.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(c) Only three (d) All the four
5. Consider the following statements
about the National Bank for Agriculture
and Rural Development (NABARD):
1. It is a statutory body under the
Ministry for Finance.
2. It supervises Cooperative Banks,
commercial banks and Regional
Rural Banks (RRBs) situated in rural
areas.
3. It prepares district level credit plans
and guides the banking industry in
achieving these targets.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
6. Consider the following statements with
regard to· the monetary policy tools and
their impact:
1. Monetary policy tools include direct
lending to banks.
2. Open market operations (OMO) refer
to the government buying or selling
short- term treasuries and other
securities in the open market.
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3. Reducing CRR and SLR 2. Fiscal Responsibility and Budget

requirements for banks may lead to Management (FRBM) Amendment
a decline in the interest rates. Act,2017 completely prohibits the
Which of the statements given above Central government to engage in
are correct? direct monetisation of fiscal deficit.
(a) 1 and 2 only 3. Direct monetisation may lead to
(b) 2 and 3 only increase in inflation in the country.
(c) 1 and 3 only How many of the above given
(d) 1,2and 3 statements are correct?
(a) Only one
7. Consider the following pairs: (b) Only two
Types of component included in (c) All three
deficit calculation of deficit (d) None
1. Fiscal Includes all the capital
deficit receipts of the central 10. With reference to Consumer Confidence
government. Survey of India, consider the following
2. Revenue Includes profits accrued by statements:
Deficit the Central PSUs 1. The survey is released annually by
3. Effective Includes grants given by the the National Sample Survey
revenue Central government to State Organisation (NSSO).
deficit for capital asset creation 2. Higher consumer confidence would
How many pairs are correctly matched? most likely result in a higher savings
(a) Only one rate in the country.
(b) Only two Which of the statement/s given above
(c) All three is/are correct?
(d) None (a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
8. With reference to the capital market in (c) Both 1 and 2
India, which of the following statements (d) Neither 1 nor 2
best describes the term "Follow on
Public offer (FPO)"? 11. Consider the following statements
(a) It is a mechanism under which about the Parliamentary Privileges:
large investors exchange shares of 1. The press doesn't enjoy the freedom
different companies at a pre-agreed to publish reports of secret sittings
level. of the house.
(b) A process of selling the shares of 2. The parliamentary privileges extend
companies by promising buyers to the President.
very high fixed returns in a short 3. Individual members the
period of time. parliamentary session cannot
(c) A process of issuing shares by the arrested in any case.
company already listed in the stock 4. All members of the privilege
exchange committee of the Parliament are
(d) A process of issuing shares in the nominated by the Presiding officers
stock exchange by the listed of respective house.
company on behalf of the unlisted How many of the above given
company. statements are correct?
(a) Only one
9. Consider the following statements (b) Only two
about "Direct monetisation of fiscal (c) Only three
deficit": (d) All the four
1. It essentially means printing new
currency by the Reserve Bank of 12. With reference to the Constituent
India (RBI) without any collateral Assembly, consider the following
from the government. statements:
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1. The seats allocated to each British 1. According to the Constitution, this

province were to be divided among bench should comprise a minimum
the Muslims, Sikhs and general in of five judges to decide any
proportion to their population. substantial question of law.
2. The first meeting of Constituent 2. According to the Constitution,
Assembly was attended by both matters referred by the President
Congress and Muslim league under Article 143 must be heard by
members. the Constitutional bench.
3. The first President of India was 3. All proceedings by such benches are
elected by the Constituent Assembly. considered to be full court meetings
How many of the above given of Supreme Court.
statements are correct? How many of the above given
(a) Only one statements are correct?
(b) Only two (a) Only one
(c) All three (b) Only two
(d) None (c) All three
(d) None
13. Consider the following statements
about the Writs in India: 16. Consider the following statements
1. The origin of writs in India can be regarding the position of Deputy Chief
traced to the Pitts India Act 1784. Ministers in the states:
2. Writs issued under Article 32 for the 1. The chief minister of a state is not
enforcement of fundamental rights is allowed to appoint more than one
under the discretion of the court. person as the deputy Chief minister.
3. The Constitution of India does not 2. Like Cabinet Ministers, Deputy Chief
provide for a time frame to file a writ Minister of a state is also a
under Article 32 or 226. constitutional post.
How many of the above statements are Which of the statements given above
correct? is/ are correct?
(a) Only one (a) 1 only
(b) Only two (b) 2 only
(c) All three (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) None (d) Neither 1 nor 2

14. With reference to elections in India, 17. For improving local governance, the
consider the following statements: Constitution was amended to provide
1. Anti Defection Law does not apply to for the District Planning Committee. In
legislative members voting against this context, consider the following
party directions in the President of aspects of the District Planning
India's election. Committee (DPC):
2. None of the Above (NOTA) options is 1. The Constitution provides for the
not available to members voting in manner of election of the
both Rajya Sabha as well as State chairperson of DPC.
Legislative Council elections. 2. It is mandatory for every DPC to
Which of the statement/s given above have a certain number of elected.
is/are correct? Which of the statements given above
(a) 1 only is/ are correct?
(b) 2 only (a) 1 only
(c) Both 1 and 2 (b) 2 only
(d) Neither l nor 2 (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
15. With reference to the Constitutional
bench of the Supreme Court, consider
the following statements:
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18. Consider the following statements
regarding different aspects of the
Indian judicial system:
1. A 'transit anticipatory bail' is granted
by a Court not having jurisdiction
over the place where the offence was
committed.
2. A 'curative petition' cannot be filed
once the 'mercy petition' is rejected
by the President of India.
3. A 'split verdict' is essentially
undecided cases which are heard all
over again by a larger Bench.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(c) All three (d) None
19. Consider the following statements with
reference to the Special Leave petition:
1. It can be granted against any
judgement or order of any
Court/tribunal in the territory of
India.
2. It is a discretionary power vested
only with the Supreme Court.
3. It is granted by the Court only in
matters of constitutional importance.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(c) All three (d) None
21. "This National Park resides on the
northern edges of the Satpura
mountain ranges. Due to the tropical
monsoon climatic zone, the park has
been characterized by well-defined
winters, summers and rains. The
density of the tiger population here is
one of the highest known in India?'
Identify the National Park with the help
of above given information and select
the correct answer:
(a) Keibul Lamjao National Park
(b) Bandhavgarh National Park
(c) Hemis National Park
(d) Bandipur National Park
22. Consider the following statements
regarding the 'Regenerative
Agriculture':
1. It improves soil health through
practices that increase soil organic
matter.
2. It essentially requires zero-tillage
farming practices.
3. It encourages continuous grazing by
animals on a particular land to
improve soil productivity.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(c) All three (d) None

20. The term 'State' has to be understood 23. Which of the following metals can be
in a wider sense with respect to the extracted from the e-waste produced by
provisions contained i.n Chapter III mobile phones?
(Fundamental Rights) of the Indian 1. Palladium
Constitution. In this context, which 2. Silver
among the following are included in the 3. Gold
definition of State under Article 12 of 4. Copper
the Constitution? 5. Neon
1. National Council of Educational Select the correct answer using the
Research and Training (NCERT) code given below:
2. National Human Rights Commission (a) 1,3 and 4 only
(NHRC) (b) 2,3 and 5 only
3. Board of Cricket Control in India (c) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
(BCCI) (d) l,2,3,4and5
4. Life Insurance Corporation of India
(LIC) 24. In the context of landscape evolution in
Choose the correct answer from the deserts, which of the following
codes given below: statement best describes the landforms
(a) 3 and 4 only (b) 2 and 4 only called 'Pediplains'?
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 only

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(a) These are the gently inclined rocky
floors formed at the foothills of
mountains due to erosional
process.
(b) These are the fan-shaped deposits
formed due to deposition of
sediments at the base of a
mountain.
(c) These are the areas of shallow
fakes where water is retained for a
short duration before evaporation.
(d) These are the low featureless plains
formed due to the reduction of high
relief structures due to the process
of erosion.
25. Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: India celebrates National
Science Day on 28 February of every
year.
Statement 2: Febr1:1ary 28 marks the
discovery of the Raman effect by Indian
physicist Sir C. V. Raman
Which one of the following is correct
with respect to the above statements?
(a) Both statement 1 and statement 2
are correct and statement 2 is the
correct explanation for statement 1
(b) Both statement 1 and statement 2
are correct and statement 2 is not
the correct explanation for
statement 1
(c) Statement l is correct and
statement 2 is incorrect.
(d) Statement I is incorrect and
statement 2 is correct.
26. Which of the following statements
is/are incorrect regarding land use
pattern in India?
1. Net sown area represents the. Total
area sown once or more than once in
a particular year.
2. Under the calculation of Gross
cropped area, the area sowed more
than once in the same year is
counted only once.
3. Cropping intensity is the ratio of net
sown area to the gross cropped area.
Select the correct answer using the
code given below:
(a) 1 only (b) 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only (d) l, 2 and 3
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27. In the context of ocean currents, which
of the following are considered primary
forces responsible for initiating the
movement of water in the oceans?
1. Salinity variation in different layers
of ocean water.
2. Heating by the Sun, leading to the
expansion of water.
3. Winds blowing on the surface of
oceans.
4. Temperature difference in different
layers of ocean water.
5. Action of Coriolis force.
Select the correct answer from the
codes given below:
(a) 1, 3 and 5 only
(b) 2, 3 and 5 only
(c) 1, 2 and 5 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
28. Agriculture is practised under multiple
combinations of physical and socio-
economic conditions. In this context,
'Intensive Subsistence Agriculture' is
one kind of cultivation system. In this
type of cultivation system:
1. Usage of machinery is limited.
2. Yield per unit area is very low.
3. Labour productivity is high.
4. Single crop specialisation is a
characteristic.
Which of the options given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 4 only (d) 1 only
29. Which of the following statements is
correct regarding the impact of
temperature inversion?
(a) It promotes stability in the lower
layers of the atmosphere.
(b) It drastically increases diurnal
variations in temperature.
(c) It protects trees and vegetations
along the lower slopes of valleys
from frost.
(d) It hinders propagation of sound
waves traveling at relatively higher
altitudes.
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30. With reference to financial sector of 2. ChatGPT is a type of generative

India, consider the following artificial intelligence chatbot based
statements: on the model of Generative Pre-
1. In India, the small finance banks are trained Transformers.
not covered under the definition of Which of the statements given above
Commercial banks. is/are correct?
2. Bank customers in India are not (a) 1 only
covered under the definition of (b) 2 only
'consumer' under the Consumer (c) Both 1 and 2
Protection Act, 2019. (d) Neither l nor 2
3. Prior approval of RBI is necessary for
the NBFCs to make investments in 34. Consider the following statements
foreign entities. about mRNA vaccines:
How many of the above given 1. These vaccines make use of mRNA
statements are correct? which recreate the spike proteins of
(a) Only one (b) Only two the coronavirus.
(c) All three (d) None 2. It is an RNA version of the gene that
helps in the formation of proteins.
31. Which of the following are the major 3. They do not contain the dead or
applications of 'Genomic surveillance'? inactivated viruses.
1. Identifying new and emerging 4. They do not affect or interact with
infectious diseases. our DNA.
2. Tracking the spread of infectious How many of the above given
diseases. statements are correct?
3. Determining the rate of evolution of a (a) Only one
pathogen. (b) Only two
4. Changing the genomic sequences of (c) Only three
an organism. (d) All the four
Select the correct answer using the
codes given below: 35. With reference to application of DNA
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only technology. which of the following are
(b) 1, 3 and 4 only correct?
(c) 2 and 3 only It can be used…
(d) 1, 2 and 4 only 1. for analyzing seed purity
2. in the drug delivery system
32. Which of the following statements 3. for improving yield and profitability
about cell potency is correct? of crops
(a) Pluripotency is restricted only to 4. in the creation of transgenic animals
the early cells of fertilized eggs. Select the correct answer using the
(b) Toti potent cells formed during code given below:
sexual and asexual reproduction (a) 1 and 3 only
are spores and zygotes respectively. (b) l, 2 and 4 only
(c) A totipotent cell has potential to be (c) 2, 3 and 4 only
differentiated into any type of cell. (d) l,2,3and4
(d) Pluripotent cells can develop into a
placenta. 36. Consider the following statements with
respect to Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries:
33. With reference to 'Generative Pre- 1. These are rechargeable batteries with
Trained Transformers', consider the high energy density.
following statements: 2. At their present stage of
1. It is a type of computer program that development, these batteries are a
generates text that looks like it was viable alternative to internal
written by a human. combustion engines in the

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manufacturing of all types of How many of the above given

vehicles. statements are correct?
3. Cost of manufacturing of these (a) Only one
batteries is less than nickel-based (b) Only two
batteries. (c) Only three
How many of the above given (d) All the four
statements are correct?
(a) Only one 40. Which of the following are the possible
(b) Only two impacts of geo-magnetic storms?
(c) All three 1. Cause beautiful auroras in the sky.
(d) None 2. Disrupt satellite communications
and GPS systems.
37. With reference to the technology of 3. Cause power outages in a country.
Quantum Internet, consider the 4. Can increase the risk of cancer for
following statements: people.
1. It is a system of interconnected 5. Cause disruption to airline and air
quantum computers that uses radio traffic control systems.
waves to transmit data. 6. Cause disturbances in oceanic gyre
2. It will provide higher security for circulation.
information exchange between its Select the correct answer using the
users compared to classical internet. codes given below:
Which of the statements given above (a) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
is/are correct? (b) 1, 2, 4 and 6 only
(a) 1 only (c) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
(b) 2 only (d) 2, 4, 5 and 6 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither l nor 2 41. With reference to the International
Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for
38. Which of the following is an application Food and Agriculture, consider the
of Geospatial technology? following statements:
(a) Help in management of logistics by 1. It entered into force in 2019.
tracking goods and ensuring their 2. It aims to establish a global system
safety, to provide farmers and scientists
(b) Used for predicting plant yield and with access to plant genetic
their nutritive value materials.
(c) In wildlife conservation projects by 3. It calls for protecting the traditional
helping to prevent and address knowledge of farmers.
calamities. 4. India has not signed this treaty yet.
(d) All of the above How many of the above given
statements are Correct?
39. With reference to 'Gamma Ray Bursts (a) Only one
(GRBs)', consider the following (b) Only two
statements: (c) Only three
1. These are high-energy short gamma (d) All four
radiation originating from distant
parts of the universe. 42. With reference to United Nations
2. They are emitted equally in every Convention to Combat Desertification
direction from their source. (UNCCD) consider the following
3. At present, only two observed GRBs statements:
have originated from within the 1. Global Land Outlook report is the
Milky Way galaxy. flagship publication of the UNCCD.
4. GRBs events can produce ripples in 2. It is the only legally binding
the fabric of space-time called international agreement linking
gravitational waves.
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environment and development to
sustainable land management.
3. The Nation states, non-governmental
organisations and corporate entities
are parties to the convention.
4. It is committed to encouraging the
participation of local people to
combat desertification.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All the four
43. Coral reefs are underwater ecosystems
composed of calcium carbonate
structures that are built by coral polyp.
Which of the following is not an
environmental significance of the above
Ecosystem?
(a) They are referred to as the medicine
chests of the sea for their medicinal
properties.
(b) They serve as a natural barrier to
protect coastlines from storms and
erosion.
(c) They are excellent absorbers of oil
thereby preventing the damaging
effect of oil spills in oceans.
(d) They are a great source of fish and
other protein-based seafood
because of high biodiversity.
44. With respect to invasive alien species,
which of the following statements is
incorrect?
(a) A non-native species becomes
invasive when it threatens local
biodiversity.
(b) They can lead to both increase and
decrease in species richness in the
host region.
(c) In India Myna is an invasive alien
species.
(d) Nearly 50% of species in Indian
flora are invasive alien species.
45. Consider the following statements
regarding Coarse grains grown in India:
1. Sorghum is mainly grown as rabi
crop in northern India.
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2. Maize is sown all over the country
except Punjab and North-eastern
regions of India.
3. Bajra requires hot and dry climatic
conditions.
4. Ragi crop is adaptable to the higher
elevations.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
46. With reference to National Parks in
India, consider the following
statements:
1. Guru Ghasidas National Park is
home to the species of Golden
langurs in India.
2. Bandipur National Park is located at
the tri-junction area of the states of
Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
3. Pakke Tiger Reserve is famous for its
hornbill conservation programme.
4. Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary has
been endangered due to spread of
the invasive African Mushi fish.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
47. "It is an Influenza A virus, which
causes the infectious disease known as
flu. It caused the 1968 flu pandemic
that led to the death of around one
million people globally. This virus
usually preys on individuals below the
age of 15 years or above 50 years of
age:'
Which of the following options best
describes the virus discussed in the
above paragraph?
(a) H3N2 virus
(b) Hepatitis virus
(c) HINI virus
(d) Nipah virus
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48. Consider the following statements: (c) It is a measure of the overall

1. Among the members of Ramsar diversity for different ecosystems
convention, India has the largest within the region
area under Ramsar protection. (d) It is a measure of the proportion of
2. Chilika lake in Odisha is the oldest species at the given site
Ramsar site in India.
3. Small Grants Fund is available to 52. Sufism is the mystical arm of Islam and
developing countries for is better known as tasawwuf. In this
implementation of Ramsar context,
convention. consider the following statements about
How many of the above given the Sufi saints:
statements are correct? 1. They emphasized on spiritual merger
(a) Only one of devotee with God.
(b) Only two 2. They promoted elaborate, rituals on
(c) All three the lines of Bhakti saints.
(d) None 3. They believed in the equality of all
human beings.
49. Which of the following statements is 4. They preached in vernacular
incorrect, with respect to disease languages.
causing microorganisms? How many of the above given
(a) Infection is the invasion and statements are correct?
multiplication of pathogenic (a) Only one (b) Only two
microbes in an individual. (c) Only three (d) All four
(b) Both protozoa and worms are
treated as parasites. 53. Consider the following statements
(c) A virus cannot replicate outside the regarding the Vaikom Satyagraha:
host cell. 1. It was a temple entry movement in
(d) For a long-term survival a pathogen Kerala led by K.P. Kesava.
must rapidly kill every host it 2. It was supported by the Kerala
infects. Hindu Sabha.
3. Because of its religious nature the
50. Consider the following statements Indian National Congress did not
about the greenhouse effect: support this movement.
1. Green-house effect is responsible for How many of the above given
life on the earth. statements are correct?
2. It is a naturally occurring (a) Only one (b) Only two
phenomenon that shields the earth (c) All three (d) None
from harmful solar radiation.
3. Green-house effect is higher at 54. The League Against Imperialism was
higher elevations. launched in Brussels in 1927. In this
How many of the above given context, consider the following
statements are correct? statements:
(a) Only one 1. The International Secretariat of the
(b) Only two league was to be headed by
(c) All three Jawaharlal Nehru.
(d) None 2. Its purpose was to establish an
international organization against
51. Which of the following statements best imperialism and colonial oppression.
describes "gamma diversity"? Which of the statements given above
(a) It refers to diversity within a is/are correct?
particular ecosystem (a) 1 only
(b) It is the comparison of diversity (b) 2 only
between ecosystems (c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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55. With reference to Indian History, (b) Practice of including the name of
consider the following: Caliph in Khutba and coins was
1. Dipavamsa Chronicles continued during his period.
2. Sunyata Doctrine (c) He started the concept of
3. Lotus Sutra Chahalgani to increase the prestige
How many of the above texts/ doctrine of nobles.
are associated with Mahayana (d) Mongol chief Chenghiz Khan
Buddhism? reached the borders of India during
(a) Only one his time period.
(b) Only two
(c) All three 59. In the context of Pre-Independent India,
(d) None the objective of Muddiman committee of
1924 was to:
56. 'With reference to the Buddhist site of (a) investigate peasants' complaints
Piprahwa, which of the following over hiking of tax rates in Bardoli,
statements is/are correct? Gujarat.
1. It is the location of the ancient city of (b) investigate and clarify the
Kapilavastu. relationship between the
2. The stupa located here houses the Government of lndia and the Indian
remains of Buddha. Princely states.
Select the correct answer using the (c) investigate the dyarchy introduced
code given below: in British Provinces by the
(a) 1 only Government of India Act,1919.
(b) 2 only (d) investigate the cause of violence in
(c) Both 1 and 2 Chauri Chaura during the Non-
(d) Neither 1 nor 2 Cooperation Movement.

57. Consider the following statements 60. With reference to the Allahabad Pillar
regarding the Astronomical Inscriptions of the Gupta Dynasty,
observatories consider the following statements:
and discoveries in medieval period: 1. It describes the accession and
1. The book 'Zij Muhammad Shahi' military campaigns of
related to knowledge of Astrology Chandragupta-II.
was written by Raja Sawai Jai Singh 2. It is written in Sanskrit language.
of Jaipur. 3. It was composed by the court poet
2. Firoz shah Tughlaq established an 'Harisena'.
observatory with a water clock in How many of the above given
Delhi. statements are correct?
3. Mahmud Gawan built an observatory (a) Only one
in Daultabad. (b) Only two
How many of the above given (c) All three
statements are correct? (d) None
(a) Only one
(b) Only two 61. With reference to Government
(c) All three Securities and bond market in India,
(d) None consider the following statements:
1. Unlike the Central government, state
58. Which of the following statements is governments cannot issue any type
correct regarding 'Balban', the Delhi of dated securities to borrow from
Sultan? the market.
(a) He received the letter of recognition, 2. Gilt accounts are accounts
from the Abbasid Calip making him maintained by authorized entities on
the legal sovereign ruler of India. behalf of investors who wish to
invest in government securities.
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3. Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in 64. Consider the following statements with
India are barred from issuing bonds regard to the Derivatives in financial
in primary market. markets:
4. Securities and Exchange Board of 1. It is a financial security which
India (SEBI) acts as the clearing derives its price from the underlying
agency for government securities in asset.
India. 2. Futures are an agreement between
How many of the above given two parties for the purchase and
statements are correct? delivery of an asset at a future date.
(a) Only one (b) Only two 3. Forward contracts are traded on the
(c) Only three (d) All four stock exchange.
How many of the above given
62. Consider the following industries: statements are correct?
1. Iron and Steel Industry (a) Only one
2. Coal Industry (b) Only two
3. Sugarcane Industry (c) All three
4. Cotton Textile Industry (d) None
5. Aluminum Industry
How many of the above are weight- 65. With reference to Incremental capital
losing raw materials-based industries? output ratio (ICOR), consider the
(a) All five following statements:
(b) Only two 1. It indicates the additional unit of
(c) Only three investment needed to produce an
(d) Only four additional unit of output.
2. A low ICOR indicates that an
63. Consider the following statements economy is becoming less efficient at
about converting investment into output.
the difference/s between National Which of the statements given above
Pension System (NPS) and the old is/are correct?
pension scheme (OPS): (a) 1 only
1. OPS does not provide any (b) 2 only
guaranteed pension, whereas the (c) Both 1 and 2
NPS provides a guaranteed pension (d) Neither 1 nor 2
by the government.
2. Only government employees were 66. With reference to international relation
eligible under Old Pension Scheme, consider the following statements:
whereas private sector employees 1. Soft power involves influencing the
can also join New Pension Scheme. attitudes and behaviour of other
3. Under OPS, there is no provision for countries through military
tax on pension, whereas certain deterrence.
proportion of pension is taxable 2. The strategy of hard power includes
under the NPS. economic sanctions and trade
4. Under NPS, employees are not embargoes.
required to contribute to their 3: Smart power is exclusively related to
pensions, while employees the capability of a country in the
contribute 10 percent of their basic field of modern defence technology
salary under the OPS. systems.
How many of the above given How many of the above given
statements are correct? statements are correct?
(a) Only one (a) Only one
(b) Only two (b) Only two
(c) Only three (c) All three
(d) All four (d) None

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67. Consider the following statements:
1. Statutory Towns are notified under
law by the concerned State
Government.
2. A town with maximum population of
5000 could be considered as a
census town.
3. Statutory towns with population of
10,00,000 arid above are categorised
as cities.
4. Among the states, Himachal Pradesh
has the lowest proportion of urban
population.
how many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(c) Only three (d) All four·
68. With reference to the History of India,
term "abhidhana'' refers to
(a) peasants
(b) land granted to temples
Brahmins
(c) dictionary
(d) an agricultural technique
69. With reference to 'Round Tripping',
consider the following statements:
1. It involves creating a complex web of
transactions and companies in order
to conceal the origin of the funds.
2. The essential feature of round
tripping is usage of black money
through various channels
investments.
3. Securities and Exchange Board of
India and Reserve Bank of India has
the powers to regulate round
tripping in India.
How many of the above given
statements are Correct?
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(c) All three (d) None
70. Consider the following taxes:
1. Tobacco Tax.
2. Tax on plastic bags.
3. Carbon Emission Tax.
4. Basic Custom Duty.
Which of the above taxes is/are
examples of Pigouvian Tax?
(a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 4 only (d) 1,2,3 and 4
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71. Which one of the following statements
best describes the term
'Bancassurance'?
(a) It is a form of insurance policy
whose premium is based on
existing bank rates.
(b) It reflects the merger of a loss-
making bank(s) and insurance
company(s) into a single entity.
(c) It is a term used for selling
insurance policies through banking
institutions.
(d) It is a term describing the need for
assurances that an entity must
provide for availing loans.
72. In the context of stock exchange, the
practice of "Front Running" occurs
when an individual stock
broker/dealer:
(a) purchases a stock based on
or advance non-public information for
his/her own benefit.
(b) obtains the most favourable market
information to secure the best
investment options for investors.
(c) buys or sells an asset at a specified
price on a future date.
(d) uses their firm's account to make a
trade instead of matching available
bids and offers from others in the
market.
for 73. Which one of the following statements
best describes the power of Supreme
Court of India as a 'Court of Record'?
(a) Supreme Court can examine the
constitutionality of legislative
enactments of both the Central and
state governments.
(b) Supreme Court can review its own
judgement and is not bound by its
previous decision.
(c) Supreme Court's judgments are
considered as legal precedents and
are binding on all other courts in
India.
(d) Supreme Court is authorized to
withdraw the cases pending before
the high courts and dispose them
by itself
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74. With reference to 'Collective Security
Treaty Organization', consider the
following statements:
1. It was established in 1951, as a
Eurasian Counterpart to the North
Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
2. It includes mutual assistance in the
event of a military attack on any
member state.
3. Ukraine, Turkmenistan and
Kazakhstan are the members of this
organization.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
75. The central bank digital currency (
CBDC) and Mobile Money are two
different payment systems that have
gained popularity in recent times. In
this context, how is Central Bank
Digital Currency ( CBDC) different from
Mobile Money:
1. CBDC is issued by the governments,
whereas Mobile Money is generated
in a decentralized manner through a
process known as "mining".
2. CBDC is a direct liability of the
central bank, whereas mobile money
is the liability of commercial banks.
3. Unlike Mobile money, CBDC cannot
be used by the consumers for
performing retail payments.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
76. With reference to 'Nucleic Acid
Vaccines', consider the following
statements
1. These vaccines use genetic material
from a disease-causing pathogen to
stimulate the body's immune
system.
2. It induces both humoral and cellular
immunity in the human body.
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3. There is risk of infection due to
presence of live components of the
pathogens in these vaccines.
How many of the above given
statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
77. Which of the following statements best
describes the 'One Water Approach'?
(a) A commitment under Jal Shakti
Abhiyan for improving the drinking
water quality across India.
(b) A framework to levy charges on
'Virtual Water Trade' between
countries.
(c) A concept evolved by the Judiciary
to resolve inter-state water disputes
in India.
(d) A concept that aims to promote
integrated management techniques
for sustainable use of water
resources.
78. If you want to see Seabuckthorn
species in their natural habitat, which
of the following areas will you have to
visit?
(a) Areas above the tree line in the
Himalayan region, like the cold
deserts of Ladakh and Spiti.
(b) In the tropical evergreen forests of
the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
and the Western Ghats.
(c) Eanni grasslands in the salt marsh
of the Rann od Kutch in Gujarat.
(d) Arid and semi-arid regions of
western Rajasthan and Thar desert
79. With the commencement of
Constitution, which among the
following act(s) was/were not repealed?
1. Indian Independence Act 1947
2. Abolition of Privy Council
Jurisdiction Act 1949
3. Government of India Act of 1935
Select the correct answer using the
codes given below:
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) None of the above
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80. Consider the following events with (a) 1 and 5 only

reference to the formation of planets: (b) 1, 3 and 5 only
1. Formation of localized clump of (c) 1, 3 and 4 only
gases (d) 1, 2 and 4 only
2. Accumulation of hydrogen gas to
form nebula 84. Which of the following statements are
3. Formation of Planetesimals correct about the technology used for
4. Formation of rotating disc of gases tackling cyber security threats?
around core 1. Use of smart grid technologies has
What is the correct chronological order reduced the threat of cyber-attacks.
of the above events, starting from the 2. Behavior analysis of the network
earliest time? helps detect potential and real-time
(a) 1-2-3-4 cyber threats.
(b) 2-1-4-3 3. Deep learning can play an important
(c) 3-4-1-2 role in detecting cyber threats.
(d) 2-1-3-4 4. Sink holing is a latest technology to
redirect malicious traffic, ensuring
81. Which of the following statement(s) protection from cyber-attacks.
correctly describes the characteristics Select the correct answer using the
of the China type' climatic conditions? code given below:
1. This type of climate is known for the (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only
absence of monsoonal rainfall. (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
2. It is characterised by heavier rains in
winters as compared to summers. 85. These are longitudinal valleys formed
Select the correct answer using the as a result of folding. Overtime these
code given below: have been filled with alluvium brought
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only down by Himalayan rivers. The region
(c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 is rich in biodiversity and is also very
fertile. The economy of this region is
82. Which one the following agencies is based on tea, timber, and tourism. On
entrusted with the task of preparing the basis of information given above,
'People's Biodiversity Register' in identify the geographical region:
consultation with the local people in (a) Shiwaliks (b) Duars
India? (c) Karewas (d) Kayals
(a) National Biodiversity Authority
(NBA) 86. The policy of "de-hyphenation'' is often
(b) Gram Sabha in coordination with mentioned in the news in the context of
Zilla Parishad international relations. Which of the
(c) Biodiversity management following. best describes this policy?
committees (BMC) (a) A country's strategy of dealing with
(d) District Collectorate two countries, having adversarial
relationship between them, in an
83. Which of the following multilateral independent manner.
forums/ organizations have both India (b) A country's strategy of cutting any
and Bangladesh as their members? kind of diplomatic ties with any
1. Indian Ocean Rim Association other country.
(IORA). (c) A country's strategy of acting as a
2. Group of Twenty.(G20) mediator between countries· in
3. New Development Bank (NDB) conflict.
4. Indo Pacific Economic Framework (d) A country's strategy which gives
for Prosperity (IPEF) more importance to the security of
5. Non-Alignment Movement (NAM) the country than human rights of
Choose the correct answer from the the people like refugees.
codes given below:
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87. This ocean relief feature is a seaward 3. Methane is the primary contributor
extension of the continent from the to the formation of ground-level
shoreline to the continental edge. Its ozone.
width varies greatly and may be entirely How many of the above given
absent in some areas. They form the statements are Correct?
richest fishing grounds in the world. (a) Only one
The ocean relief feature described in (b) Only two
the above paragraph is (c) All three
(a) Continental shelf (d) None
(b) Continental slope
(c) Continental rise 91. The literature 'Suttavibhanga',
(d) Abyssal plain 'Khandhaka', and 'Parivara' are
associated with which one of the
88. Consider the following statements following Indian traditions?
regarding the Sarda Act, 1929: (a) Buddhism
1. It declared child marriage as illegal. (b) Ajivika
2. It defines "child marriage" as a (c) Lokayata
marriage to which either of the (d) Jainism
contracting parties is a child.
3. The act was applicable to the 92. With reference to Megasthenes'
princely states as well. accounts of India, consider the
How many of the above given following statements:
statements are correct? 1. He provided the information
(a) Only one regarding elaborate city
(b) Only two administration practised during
(c) All Three Mauryan times.
(d) None 2. He noted the harsh treatment of
slaves, especially women slaves, by
89. With reference to the Eco-Sensitive their owners.
Zones (ESZs), consider the following 3. He mentions that Sudarshana Lake
statements: was built by the emperor
1. They are declared under The Forest Chandragupta Maurya.
(Conservation) Act, 1980. 4. He observed inter caste marriage as
2. It is notified by the State common practice during Mauryan
governments. times.
3. The ESZs can be declared only up to How many of the above given
10 kilometers around Protected statements are correct?
Areas. (a) Only one (b) Only two
4. Agricultural activities are prohibited (c) Only three (d) All the four
in the ESZs.
How many of the above given statement 93. With reference to Pre-Independent
are incorrect? India, the organisation named Bangiya
(a) Only one Nari samaj played an instrumental role
(b) Only two in:
(c) Only three (a) securing voting rights for women in
(d) All four Bengal province.
(b) ensuring security of women in
90. Consider the following statements forced pregnancies.
about methane and methane pollution: (c) training women widows to enable
1. Methane is a primary component of them to support their own
the Natural gas. livelihood
2. Globally, wetlands are the largest (d) establishing first women's college in
source of methane emissions. Bengal province.

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94. With reference to cultural history of 97. Which of the following is a limitation/
India, which of the following statements drawback of Plant tissue culture?
is correct regarding "Manjusha (a) This technique cannot address the
Painting"? problem of virus infection in plants.
(a) The painting is generally executed (b) This technique cannot produce the
on the Glasses. exact copies of plants.
(b) The painting largely depicts the tale (c) Plants propagated by this
of love story between Krishna and technique may die due to reduced
Radha. rate of cell division of plants.
(c) The painting only uses black and (d) This technique cannot produce
white colours. plants from seeds with very low
(d) Snake motifs are a predominant germination rates.
feature of these paintings.
98. With reference to Neutrinos, consider
95. Which of the following statements are the following statements:
correct with respect to Post Mauryan 1. They can be produced using artificial
Cave Architecture? methods.
1. Painting on the walls of the Cave 2. While they are positively charged in
emerged for the first time in this Space, they attain negative charge
period. upon its entry into Earth's
2. The first monolithic rock cut temple atmosphere.
in India was built during this period. 3. They are hard to detect as they never
3. The largest Chaitya Hall in India, interact with other particles on
named Karli Chaitya Hall, was built Earth.
during this period. 4. Studying neutrinos can help in
4. Adding decorative gateways to caves understanding the origin of the
emerged for the first time during this universe.
period. How many of the above given
How many of the above given statements are correct?
statements are correct? (a) Only one
(a) Only one (b) Only two
(b) Only two (c) Only three
(c) Onlythree (d) All four
(d) All four
99. Which of the following statements is
96. With reference to Elephanta caves, incorrect regarding Genome India
consider the following statements: Project?
1. These caves were associated with (a) It aims to build reference genome of
both Hinduism as well as Buddhism. Indian citizens.
2. A unique sculpture of Trimurti (b) It is inspired by the Human genome
representing three aspects of Shiva, project.
is found in the Elephanta caves. (c) It is conducted in India by Council
3. These caves have water tanks carved of Scientific and Industrial
out of solid rocks. Research along with the University
4. These caves are marked by the of Oxford.
complete absence of Garbhagrihas (d) It is India's first human genome
(sanctums). mapping project.
How many of the above given
statements are correct? 100. With reference to the Raman
(a) Only one Spectroscopy, consider the following:
(b) Only two 1. It works on the principle of
(c) Only three scattering of light waves when it
(d) All four interacts with an object.

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2. It is used to characterize the How many of the above given

chemical composition and structure statements are correct?
of only liquid samples. (a) Only one
3. It can be used to detect RNA virus (b) Only two
traces present in saliva samples. (c) Only three
4. It can be used to provide molecular (d) All four
fingerprint of physiological
biomarkers.
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