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1
Consider the following cyclones which occurred in the Indian Ocean recently. Out of this which of the
following did not affect India ?

A. Cyclone Phethai
B. Cyclone Fani
C. Cyclone Mekunu
D. Cyclone Titli
E. Cyclone Sagar

a) A and C
b) A and B
c) C and E
d) B and C

2
Recently the first molecule ever to have formed in the early universe, have been observed for the
first time in space. Which of the following is that ?

a) H+
b) H2
c) H2O
d) HeH+

3
The Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) is a multilateral treaty that regulates the international trade in
conventional weapons. It entered into force on 24 December 2014. Which of the following states
have ratified it ?

A. USA
B. Russia
C. China
D. India

a) A, B and C
b) B, C and D
c) A, B and D
d) None

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FL2027 or FC5 has been prominently mentioned in the news recently. Consider the following
statements.

A. It is a tomato variety.
B. The protection of plant varieties in India is guaranteed under Biological Diversity Act,2002.

Choose the incorrect statements.

a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None

5
"Aspergillus fumigatus" was recently in the news as a potential threat, which can knock out our
body’s defence system, enabling a potentially fatal infection to develop. It is a?

a) Bacteria
b) Virus
c) Fungus
d) Red Algae

6
Recently the Indian Prime Minister was awarded the “Order of the Holy Apostle Andrew the First". It
is awarded by which country ?

a) Isreal
b) Russia
c) Italy
d) United Kingdom

7
The Miraflores Palace has been prominently mentioned in the news recently. It is the official
workplace of the President of ?

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a) Norway
b) Sweden
c) Syria
d) Venezuela

8
Consider the statements regarding Solar Charkha Mission.

A. It will be implemented by Solar Energy Corporation of India.


B. It is an initiative of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

Choose the correct statements.

a) A only
b) Both
c) None
d) B only

9
The Reserve Bank of India has recently released draft guidelines on constituting Board of
Management (BoM) for Primary (Urban) Cooperative Banks (UCBs). Consider the following
statements.

A. Board of Directors(BoD) will report to the Board of Management(BoM).


B. The Board of Management(BoM) will be responsible for the day-to-day functions of the bank.

Choose the incorrect statements.

a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None

10
As per the existing laws and procedure in India what will happen when the returning officer confirms
that two candidates in a constituency poll the same number of votes?

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a) Repolling is carried out in entire constituency


b) Repolling is carried out in only in those polling booths which was closely contested
c) Winner is decided through a lot
d) The candidate with most number of postal votes wins

11
Services Trade Restrictiveness Index is published by which of the following organizations?

a) World Bank
b) International Monetary Fund
c) World Trade Organization
d) UNCTAD

12
Recently Beluga Whale was prominently mentioned in the news. Consider the following statements.

A. It is classified as "critically endangered" in IUCN Red List.


B. It is only seen in the Arctic Ocean and adjacent waters.

Choose the correct statements.

a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None

13
Half-life is the time required for a quantity to reduce to half its initial value. The term is commonly
used in nuclear physics to describe how quickly unstable atoms undergo, or how long stable atoms
survive, radioactive decay.
Which of the following is the maximum possible half-life for any isotope of any element existing in the
universe?

a) Less than half the age of Universe


b) Half the Age of the universe
c) More than the age of the Universe
d) None

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14
The recently commissioned Naval Air Station is in close proximity to Coco Islands (of Myanmar) and
the wide expanse of the Indian Exclusive Economic Zone . It is ?

a) INS Campbell Bay


b) INS Baaz
c) INS Kohassa
d) INS Jarawa

15
The Medvedev–Sponheuer–Karnik scale, also known as the MSK has been recently in the news.
Consider the following statements.

A. It is is a macro seismic intensity scale used to measure earthquakes.


B. Magnitude is a qualitative measure of how people experience earthquakes, rather than the energy
released, which is measured by the intensity scale.

Choose the incorrect statements.

a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None

16
Which of the following are matters on which a constitutional amendment is possible only with the
ratification of the legislature of not less than one half of the states?

1. Election of the President


2. Representation of states in the Parliament
3. Lists in the 7th schedule
4. Abolition of the Legislative council in a state.

a) 1, 2 and 3
b) 1 and 2
c) 1,2,3,4
d) 2,3,4

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17
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. The Constitution of India mandates that all Cabinet ministers shall be compulsorily be a sitting
members of Loksabha only.
2. The Union Cabinet Secretariat works under the direction of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs.

a) 1 and 2
b) 2 only
c) 1 only
d) None

18
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. The basic principles underlying proportional representation elections are that all voters deserve
representation.
2. This system divide up the seats according to the proportion of votes received by the various
parties or groups running candidates.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

19
Consider the following statements regarding the Vice President Of India, and choose the correct
one:

1. Before taking office, the Vice President has to make and subscribe to an oath or affirmation.
2. The Oath of Office to the Vice President is administered by the Supreme court Chief Justice.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

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Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. The Chairman and Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha are not members of that House.
2. Ministers hold office till they enjoy confidence in the Parliament.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

21
Consider the following statements and choose the incorrect one:

1. During a National emergency, the Parliament may extend the normal tenure of a state legislative
assembly by one year each time for any length of time.
2. This extension is subject to a maximum period of six months after the emergency has ceased to
operate.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

22
Consider the following statements about powers of the Supreme Court of India and choose the
correct one:

1. It has power of Judicial superintendence and control over state high courts.
2. It does not have advisory jurisdiction.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

23

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Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. The First Amendment Act of 1951 empowered the state to make special provisions for the
advancement of socially and economically backward classes.
2. The 9th Schedule was added to the constitution through the Second Amendment Act of 1952.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

24
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. Civil proceedings can be instituted against Civil servants for anything done in their official capacity
after giving a two months advance notice.
2. Criminal proceedings can be instituted against them for acts done in their official capacity with
prior permission of their superior officer.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

25
Consider the following:
1. Disputes with mobile cellular companies.
2. Motor accident cases.
3. Pension cases.
For which of the above are Lok Adalats held?

a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2
c) 1,2,3
d) 2 and 3

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26
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. If a person is elected to both the Houses of Parliament, he/she must intimate within 10 days in
which house he/she desires to serve.
2. In default of such intimation, his/her seat in the Loksabha becomes vacant.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

27
From the following, choose the elements which restricts the sovereignity of Indian Parliament.

1. Written nature of Indian Constitution


2. Federal system of Government
3. System of Judicial review
4. Fundamental rights.

a) 1 and 2
b) 1,2,3
c) 1,2,3,4
d) 3 and 4

28
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. A Port Trust is created by an Act of Parliament.


2. It consists of both elecetd and nominated members.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

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29
Consider the following statements regarding Election Commission and choose the correct one:

1. The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed from office in the same manner and on the
same grounds as a judge of the Supreme Court.
2. The Parliament is empowered to vary the service conditions of the Chief Election commisioner.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

30
Under the Panchayat(Extension to the Scheduled Areas)Act, 1996, what is the role/power of Gram
Sabha? Choose the correct one/ones from the following:

1. Gram Sabha has the power to prevent alienation of land in the Scheduled areas.
2. Gram Sabha has the ownership of minor forest produce.
3. Recommendation of Gram Sabha is required for granting prospecting license or mining lease for
any mineral in the Scheduled areas.

a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2
c) 2 and 3
d) 1,2,3

31
Which among the following is incorrectly matched?

1. Battle of Wandiwash - French vs English East India Company


2. Battle of Kharda - Nizam vs Marathas
3. Battle of Buxar - Mir Jafar vs Clive

a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3
c) 3 only
d) 1 and 3

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32
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. Warren Hastings was the first Governor General of India.


2. He was accused of corruption and was impeached.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

33
"He was a philosopher, academic educator, writer, translator, printer, publisher, entrepreneur,
reformer and philanthropist. His efforts to simplify and modernize Bengali prose were significant. He
also rationalized and simplified the Bengali alphabet and type, which had remained unchanged since
Charles Wilkins and Panchanan Karmakar had cut the first (wooden) Bengali type in 1780. He also
forced the British to pass the widow remarriage act. He is also credited with writing the work
Bahubivah"

Who is the person being referred here?

a) Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar


b) Raja Rammohan Roy
c) Rabindranath Tagore
d) Keshab Chandra Sen

34
Consider the following statements regarding Permanent Settlement and choose the correct one:

1. As per permanent system, rajas and taluqdars were recognised as zamindars, who were
supposed to collect the land revenue from the peasants.
2. By the Permanent Settlement Act of 1793, the zamindar's power of keeping the armed forces
were taken back

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

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35
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. The Ilbert Bill was introduced during the viceroyship of Lord Mayo.
2. The bill proposed to give Indian judges the right to trial Europeans.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

36
The Bardoli Satyagraha of 1928, in the state of Gujarat, India during the period of the British Raj,
was a major episode of civil disobedience and revolt in the Indian Independence Movement.
Which of the following was the major cause for the Bardoli satyagraha?

a) The British denial to cancel the tax hike even after floods and famines.
b) The British action of forced cotton cultivation
c) Excesses on the part of Police officials
d) All of the above

37
Which amongst the following providd a common factor for tribal insurrection in India in the 19th
Century?

a) Introduction of a new system of land revenue and taxation of tribal products.


b) Influence of foreign religious missionaries in tribal areas.
c) Rise of a large number of money lenders , traders and revenue farmers as middle men in tribal
areas.
d) The complete disruption of the old agrarian order of the tribal communities

38
"He was an Indian social worker who worked for upliftment of tribal people in Gujarat state in India.
He became a member of the Servants of India Society founded by Gopal Krishna Gokhale in 1914.
In 1922, he founded the Bhil Seva Mandal. Later, he became the general secretary of the Harijan
Sevak Sangh founded by Mahatma Gandhi in 1932. He was the first to use the term 'Adivasi' to refer
to the tribal people".

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Who is the person being referred to here?

a) Gopal Hari Deshmukh


b) Jyotibha Phule
c) Thakkar Bappa
d) M G Ranade

39
Arrange the following in chronological order:

1. Pitts India Act


2. Warren Hastings became the Governor General of Bengal.
3. Battle of Chilianwala.

a) 1-2-3
b) 2-1-3
c) 3-2-1
d) 1-3-2

40
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. The Revolt of 1857 signalled an end to the rule of English East India Company.
2. Lord Canning was the Governor General during the mutiny.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

41
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. The Dilwara temple of Mt.Abu was built by Prithviraj Chauhan.


2. The Dilwara temple complex consists of 5 temples in total.

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a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2
c) 2 only
d) None

42
Consider the following statements about Mughal paintings and choose the correct one:

1. The focus of paintings shifted from depicting the god to glorifying the ruler.
2. The Mughals made only miniature paintings.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

43
In which of the following style of music is the singing technique "Taan" used?

a) Carnatic music
b) Hindustani music
c) Rabindra sangeet
d) Tribal music

44
Which of the following folk dances are correctly matched with the regions in which they are
practised.?

1. Alkap- Rajasthan.
2. Biraha- Bihar
3. Jhumar - Jharkhand

a) 1 and 3
b) 2 and 3
c) 1 only
d) 1,2,3

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Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. Allasani Peddanna is known as "Andhra Kavitapitamaha"


2. He wrote Panduranga Mahatmyam.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

46
This National park is reknown for the presence of salt water crocodiles. It is also a designated
Ramsar site.The park also has a significant presence of mangrove cover.
which is the national park being referred to here?

a) Bhitarkanika national park


b) Gulf of Mannar marine national park
c) Campbell bay national park
d) Saddle peak national park

47
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. Clouded leopard is a wild cat occurring from the Himalayan foothills through mainland Southeast
Asia into China.
2. It is the state animal of the Indian state of Meghalaya.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

48
Brominated flame retardents are used in many household products like mattresses and
upholstery.Why is there some concern about their use?

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1. They are highly resistant to degradation in the environment.


2. They are able to accumulate in humans and animals.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

49
Which among the following are factors affecting the Phytoplankton biodiversity?

1. Light
2. Nutrients
3. Temperature
4. Salinity

a) 1 and 2
b) 2,3,4
c) 1,2,3,4
d) 1 and 4

50
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. Saponins are a group of water soluble glucosides that yield soap froth in water.
2. They are mainly plant derived.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

51
In the context of ancient Indian society which one of the following is the odd one:

a) Kula

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b) Vamsa
c) Kosa
d) Gotra

52
Consider the following statements about Jainism and choose the correct one:

1. Jainism believed in avoiding the extremities of Penance.


2. Jainism preached that even the smalles particle has a soul.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

53
Nagara, Dravida and Vesara are the :

a) three main racial groups of the Indian sub continent.


b) three main linguistic divisions of Indian languages
c) three main styles of Indian temple architecture.
d) three main musical gharanas prevalent in India.

54
Consider the following statements about early vedic Aryans and choose the correct one:

1. They were nature worshippers.


2. They practised Yajnas and rituals.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

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Consider the following statements about Indus valley civilization and choose the correct one:

1. The Harappan seals were an urban feature and were discovered from Urban centres only.
2. The Harappan administration was headed by a chief priest.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

56
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. The Barabar rock cut caves were originally made for Ajivikas by Emperor Cahndra Gupta Maurya.
2. The Lepakshi temple is reknown for mural paintings.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

57
The Balkh campaign of Shahjahan is an important event in History. What was the motive of Shah
Jahan in this campaign?

a) secure a friendly ruler in Balkh and Badakshan which bordered Kabul


b) conquer Samarqand and Farghana
c) fix the Mughal frontier on the scientific line, the Amu Daria
d) expand the Mughal empire beyond the sub continent

58
Consider the following statements about "Abdul Hamid Lahori" and choose the correct one:

1. He was a court historian of Shah Jahan..


2. He wrote the work Badhshahnama.

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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

59
Consider the following statements regarding the reign of Balban and choose the correct one:

1. Mongols came towards India under Chengiz Khan during the reign of Balban.
2. He introduced the Persian festival of Nauroz.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

60
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. Ramananda was a 14th-century Vaishnava devotional poet saint.


2. He was the first Bhakti saint to use Hindi for the propagation of his message.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

61
From the following refgions , choose the ones whic has been designated as bio diversity hotspots:

1. Eastern Himalays
2. New Zealand
3. Horn of Africa

a) 1 only
b) 1 and 3
c) 2 and 3
d) 1,2,3

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Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. India and Australia houses more than half the world's Thorium.
2. Largest concentration of Monazite sand in India occurs in the Tamil Nadu coast.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

63
Consider the following statements about Mantle plumes and choose the correct one:

1. Mantle plume is a proposed mechanism of convection of abnormally hot rock within the Earth's
mantle.
2. A plume is often invoked as the cause of volcanic hotspots.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

64
Among the following cities, choose the one through which Tropic of cancer doesn't pass.

1. Gandhinagar
2. Bhopal
3. Raipur
4. Durgapur

a) 1,2,3,4
b) 1,2,3
c) 1,2,4
d) 2,3,4

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Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. Bomb cyclones are basically anti cyclonic circulations.


2. This is predominantly a continental winter phenomenon.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

66
Consider the followings statements and choose the correct one:

1. Sargasso sea is a region in the North Atlantic ocean.


2. It serves as host to USA's New Jersey port

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

67
Consider the following statements regarding Retreating monsoon and choose the correct one:

1. As the monsoons retreat from the northern plains by October, the temperature rises and becomes
oppressive and is often called October heat.
2. Most severe and devastating tropical cyclones originate in the Indian seas especially in the Bay of
Bengal during Retreating monsoon.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

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From among the following rivers, choose the one which does not originate from Amarkantak Plateau:

1. Narmada
2. Son
3. Subarnarekha
4. Tapti

a) 1 and 4
b) 3 only
c) 3 and 4
d) 1 and 3

69
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. The North Indian planes are divided in to Bhabhar, Tarai and Alluvial plains.
2. Bhabhar has a luxurious growth of vegetation and houses a varied wild life.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

70
In which one of the following states are Namchik Namphuk coalfields located?

a) Arunachal Pradesh
b) Meghalaya
c) Manipur
d) Mizoram

71
Consider the following statements about "Project Chaman" and choose the correct one:

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1. It is a pioneer project to provide strategic development to Livestock sector.


2. The project is being implemented by National Diary Development Board.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

72
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. FDI is an investment that a parent company makes in a foreign country. On the contrary, FII is an
investment made by an investor in the markets of a foreign nation.
2. The FDI flows into the primary market, while the FII flows into secondary market.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

73
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. Fiscal stimulus is an unconventional tool of monetary policy that involves printing large sums of
money and distributing it to the public in order to stimulate the economy.
2. Helicopter money refers to increasing government consumption or transfers or lowering taxes.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

74
Often in news we hear about the term "Base effect" in discussions about inflation.
Which of the following correctly describes "Base effect".?

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a) It is the impact of drastic deficiency in supply due to failure of crops.


b) It is the impact of the surge in demand due to rapid economic growth.
c) It is the impact of the price levels of previous year on the calculation of inflation
d) None of the above.

75
Consider the following statements regarding "Pharma Jan Samadhan Scheme" :

1. The scheme provides a web based system for redressal of consumers‘ grievances relating to
pricing and availability of medicines.
2. It would serve as a robust e-governance tool for protection of consumers‘ interests through
effective implementation of the Drugs (Price Control) Order 2013.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

76
Consider the following statements regarding micro irrigation and choose the correct one:

1. Micro irrigation is an irrigation method with lower pressure and flow than a traditional sprinkler
system.
2. With micro irrigation, fertilizer and nutrient loss can be reduced.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

77
Consider the following statements about "Sampoorna Bima Gram Yojana" and choose the correct
one:

1. The aim is to give rural people affordable life insurances services.


2. All villages under the Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana will be brought under its ambit.

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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

78
Consider the following statements regarding "Limited Liability Partnership" in the Indian context and
choose the correct one:

1. A Limited Liability Partnership shall be a body corporate and a legal entity separate from its
partners.
2. Directorate of Corporate affairs shall register and control Limited Liability Partnership.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

79
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:

1. In disguised unemployment, the marginal productivity of labour is zero.


2. Disguised unemployment occurs when a person is employed in a work which doesn't utilise his
entire skill sets.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

80
Consider the following statements regarding "Housing and Urban Development Corporation" and
choose the correct one:

1. It is owned by the Union Government as well as all the state governments except the Delhi State
Government.
2. It is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation.

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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

81
Consider the following statements regarding "Urban Reform Incentive Fund" and choose the correct
one:

1. It aims to provide States with incentives to undertake essential urban sector reforms.
2. It receive funds from International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and
Government of India.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

82
Consider the following statements about "Samagra Shiksha Scheme" and choose the correct one:

1. It is an integrated Scheme for school education extending support to States from pre-school to
senior secondary levels for the first time.
2. It is a central sector scheme.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

83
Consider the following statements regarding " Atal Bimit Vyakti Kalyan Yojna " and choose the
correct one:

1. It aims to provide cash relief to unemployed insured person.


2. The scheme covers Insured Persons (IP) covered under the Employees‘ State Insurance Act,
1948.

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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

84
Consider the following statements regarding " Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Yojana " and choose the
incorrect one:

1. The programme aims to strengthen panchayat level governance by providing training and
capacity building of elected representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions.
2. It is functioning in districts which do not receive Backward Region Grant Funds

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

85
India became the 1st country in the world to use 4th stage of a space rocket as an orbital platform
for micro-gravity experiments. Which satellite made this record possible ?

a) CartoSat
b) Microsat R
c) AryaSat
d) KalamSat

86
The "Karman line" was recently mentioned in news. It can be best described as a boundary between
?

a) Earth’s magnetic field and asteroid belt


b) Earth’s Inner and Outer atmosphere
c) Earth’s magnetic field and space
d) Earth’s atmosphere and outer space

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87
Consider the statements regarding 'Aanchal'.

A. It is a milk bank established to provide fortified milk to infants.


B. It is an initiative of Rajasthan Government.

Choose the correct statements.

a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None

88
Recently a study has pointed out that found that improving mitophagy nearly removed the symptoms
of Alzheimer’s in the animals. 'Mitophagy' can be best described as ?

a) selective degradation of bacteria by autophagy.


b) Cleaning system of the nucleus.
c) selective degradation of antigens by autophagy.
d) Cleaning system of the brain cells

89

Linnean shortfall was prominently mentioned in the news recently. It is related to ?

a) Ecology
b) Gross Domestic Product
c) Infrastructure
d) Employment

90
A move to withdraw the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) from India, the world’s largest
beneficiary of a scheme that has been in force since the 1970s, would be the strongest punitive
action since President Donald Trump took office in 2017 vowing to reduce the U.S. deficit with large
economies. Consider the following statements.

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A. It is a preferential tariff system extended by developed countries to developing countries.


B. It is accorded as per the most favoured nation principle (MFN) of WTO.

Choose the correct statements.

a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None

91
Which of the following countries borders Venezuela?

a) Equador
b) Columbia
c) Suriname
d) French Guiana

92
The region of "Catalonia" has been frequently mentioned in the news. Consider the following
statements.

A. It is located in the Iberial Peninsula.


B. It borders with France.
C. It opens into Mediterranean Sea.

Choose the incorrect statements.

a) A only
b) B only
c) C only
d) None

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93
Among the following countries, choose the ones which are land locked:

1. Democratic Republic of Congo


2. Congo
3. Burkinafaso
4. Liberia

a) 1,2,3,4
b) 1 and 3
c) 2 and 4
d) 1,2,3

94
Consider the following statements regarding "Talanoa dialogue" and choose the correct one:

1. The Dialogue was mandated by the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention for
Climate Change to take stock of the collective global efforts to reduce the emissions of greenhouse
gases, in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.
2. Talanoa is a traditional word used in Fiji and across the Pacific to reflect a process of inclusive,
participatory and transparent dialogue.

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None

95
Which of the following correctly describes "Cook Strait" ?

a) It separates Australian mainland with Tasmania


b) It separates North and South New Zealand
c) It separates Australia and Papua new Guinea
d) It separates Vanuatu and New Caledonia

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96
Climate change and India: a 4x4 assessment - a sectoral and regional analysis for 2030s . This new
report prepared by INCCA, provides an assessment of impact of climate change in 2030s on four
key sectors of the Indian economy in four climate sensitive regions of India, namely the Himalayan
region, the Western Ghats, the Coastal Area and the North-East Region. Which of the following is
not a key sector mentioned in this report ?

a) Agriculture
b) Water
c) Health
d) Housing

97
Choose the correct combination.

A. National Bamboo Mission - Agriculture Ministry


B. National Afforestation Programme - Environment Ministry

a) A only
b) A and B
c) B only
d) None

98
"Ursus arctos isabellinus", "Ursus arctos pruinosus" are prominently mentioned in the news recently
in relation to ?

a) Invasive Alien Species


b) Jumping Spiders
c) Superbugs
d) Mythological characters

99
The Pale Green Awlet, The Extra Lascar, and Many Tailed Oak Blue recently in news are all newly
discovered species of ?

a) Balsam
b) Butterfly
c) Gecko
d) Parrot

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100
"Wallacean shortfall" was recently in the news. This term in ecology can be best described as ?

a) an inadequacy of information on the survivability of species.


b) an inadequacy of information on the population of species.
c) an inadequacy of information on the geographic distribution of species.
d) an inadequacy of information on the genetic diversity of species.

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