UPSC GS 2015 Test

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UPSC (Prelims) Test Series -2015

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GENERAL STUDIES
Maximum Marks: 100
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1. This is more than Just a Practice Mock Test Paper.

2. This paper contains only 30 Objective Questions to have a proper Test paper
attempt for proper analysis after exam.
3. Try to attempt at least 30 Questions just in one hour.
4. Try to get more then 70 marks.
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Q.1 Consider the Following statements :

1. Any enlargement in the powers of the
Supreme Court would require a special
agreement between the Centre and
States i.e the nod of the Parliament as
well as that of a majority of the state
legislatures.
Ans 1: B
2. The Supreme Court is the final

interpreter of the Constitution and the
Parliament cannot reverse these
interpretations by a constitutional
amendment or a legal enactment.
Which of these is/are true ?

a) Only 1
b) Only 2
c) Both
d) None of the Above
Q.2 Consider the following statements about
the writs issued by the Supreme Court and
high court.
1. Habeas Corpus cannot be issued
against private individuals.
2. Prohibition can be issued only against
judicial or quasi-judicial authorities.
3. Mandamus can be issued against
private entities also .
Which of these is/are NOT CORRECT ?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 2 only .

marine snow 1. This is abundantly found only in Photic
zone.
2. Primary food source of phytoplankton.
3. Significant means of energy transfer in
vertical water column.
Which of the statement is/are CORRECT
a) 1 and 2only
b) 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) All of the Above.
Ans 2:C
Q.4 Match the following offshore island with
the nearest water body ?
A. Aliabet
(1) Ganga Mouth
B. Sri Harikota
(2) Pulicate Lake
C. Parikud
(3) Narmda Mouth
D. Sagar
(4) Chilka Lake
a) A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1
b) A-3, B -2, C-4,D-1
c) A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1
d) A- 2, B-4, C-1, D-1
Ans 3: B
Q.5 Which of the following in the constitution
contains provisions which together
mandate for the overall welfare of
backward section of the society ?
1. Directive Principle of state Policy.
2. Fundamental Rights .
3. Preamble
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 only
All of the Above.
Ans 4 : B
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Election commission of India is/are
CORRECT.
1. It conducts local body election also .
2. Decides which constituencies to be
reserved for SC/ST. .
3. It can stop transfer of officials related to
election duty.
4. Chief Election Commissioner doesnt
have more power then other Election
Commissioner.
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Q.6 Which among the Following is/are

INCORRECT about plate tectonics process
related features ?
1. Lake Victoria was created due to
Tectonic shift in Rift Valley of Africa.
2. Rocky & Andes mountain range are born
out of same type of convergent
boundaries process..
3. Divergent boundary under ocean create
ridge while under continental plate
creates rift valley..
4. Mid Atlantic oceanic ridge is in zig-zig
shape but mimics the edges of Africa &
South American continent.
a) 1 & 3 only
b) 2 & 4 only
c) 4 only
d) 1 & 2 only
Ans 5 : D
Q.7 Even though the DPSP is non-justiciable , it

carries a lot of moral authority . Consider
the following statements?
1. Parliament can not make any law that is
inconsistent with the DPSP.
2. Parliament cannot make any law that is
based on any principle outside that of
DPSP.
3. The Supreme Court can review laws in
the backdrop of DPSP and allow them
even if they violate some specific
fundamental rights.
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
3 only
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a)
b)
c)
d)
1 ,3 and 4 only
3, and 4 only
1, 2 and 3 only
All of the Above.
Ans 7 : D
Q.9 Hyperandrogenism causes any player unfit
for contesting in game , what does it do ?
1. Decrease in testosterone level.
2. Increase in testosterone level.
3. Increase in estrogene level
4. Increase in both testosterone and
estrogen levels.
Ans 8 : B
Q.10
Which among the following
statement is/are CORRECT about Fiscal
Deficit?
1. Salaries of Constitutional bodies are
planned expenditure.
2. Fiscal Deficit is always higher than
Budgetary deficit.
3. Fiscal deficit can not be financed
through external borrowing.
a) 2 & 3 only
b) 1 & 3 only
c) 2 only
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Ans 9 : B
Ans 10 : A
Q.12
Consider the following statements?
1. Anti-oxidants are necessary for the body
to prevent damage to body cells and
tissue.
2. Free radicals are not produced in
human body.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both
d) None
Ans 11 : B
Q.13
What is Red Tide ?
a) Algal Bloom in water bodies.
b) High tide levels threatening local
populations which is also an indication
of a nearby tsunami.
c) The phenomenon where Moon turns
reddish brown and tides are usually
higher than normal.
d) None of the Above.
Ans 12 : A
Q.14
Which of the following functions
may be performed by wetlands?
1. Nutrient recycling.
2. Flood miitgation
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Q.11
Which of the following free radicals
responsible for destroying OZONE layer is
mostly natural origin.
1. Hydroxyl radical.
2. Nitric oxide radical.
3. Atomic chlorine ion
4. Atomic bromine ion.
a) 3 & 4 only
b) 1 & 2 only
c) 1, 2 and 4 only
d) 1 only
3. Buffer Shorelines against erosion.

4. Filteration of sediments.
5. Stabilization of local climtes.
a) 1,2 3 and 5 only
b) 1,3 and 5 only
c) 2 and 4 only
Q.15
Bay of Bengal shows low salinity of
warer as compared to Arabian Sea due to ?
1. Huge influx of freshwater in Bay of
Bengal.
2. High evaporation in Arabina sea as
compared t Bay of Bengal.
3. Ow influx of Fresh water in Arabian sea.
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
All of the Above.
Ans 14: D
Q.16
Polar Vortex is a ?
a) Persistent , large scale cyclone that
circles either of the planets
geographical poles.
b) Persistent large scale ocean current in
either of earths geographical poles.
c) Higher atmospheric jet streams over the
polar regions.
d) None of the Above.
Ans 15 : D
Q.17
Which of the following forces can be
said to be responsible in Geomorphism?
1. Radioactivity inside the earth.
2. Tidal friction.
3. Glacial movement.
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a)
b)
c)
d)
2. Buy agricultural land

3. Get admission in NRI-quota seat in an Indian
university.
a. Only 1 and 2
b. Only 2 and 3
c. Only 3
d. None of them
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the Above.
Ans 16 : A
Ans 17 : D
Q.19 In a particular State legislative assembly ,

there are 400 elected MLAs. There are 4 Rajya
Sabha vacancies from the state. What is the
minimum number of votes one needs to secure
to be elected as one of the three Rajya Sabha
members ?
a) 201
b) 81
c) 112
d) 101
Ans 18 : D
Q. 20Person holding an overseas citizenship of
India (OCI) can:
1. Contest in Vidhan Sabha elections.
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Ans 19 : C
Q. 21 Consider the following statements.
1. Chhok is dance by kashmiri Hindus which is
performed in honour of goddess shiva bhagavati.
2. It's performed in both temples and sufi centres
as a symbol of secularism.
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Q.18
Consider the following statements?
1. Godavari River makes almost half of the
state boundary between Telengana and
Andhra Pradesh..
2. Chhattisgarh is surrounded by Six state
but not touching Bihar and Telengana. .
3. Total area of India Covered with
mountain is more than the hill Area..
4. Khadar is the Area which is never
flooded by rivers while Banger is
flooded each year
Which of the statements given above
is/are INCORRECT?.
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 4 only
c) 2 and 3 only
Find the Correct Statements from the following

choice:A. 1 is correct
B. 2 is correct
C. Both are correct
4. None of them
Ans 20 : C
Q.22 Which among the following is INCORRECT?
1 .A Non Member of parliament can be appointed
as a minister .
2.. parliament has limited power falls under
Doctrine of Basic Structure.
3. Amendment of preamble requires Simple
Majority.
4. Constituent Assembly stated Preamble as a part
of Constitution.
a) 1 and 4 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) All of the Above
d) None of the Above
Ans 21 : D
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Q. 23 Consider the Following statements relating to

estimation of National income :
1. Foreigners working in Indian Embassies are
normal residents of India.
2. Foreigners working in the office of WHO , WB ,
UNO etc located in India are not normal residents
of India.
1. Indian official Calender is based on Lunar

calender .
2. Vikram Samwat was founded by king
Chandragupta Vikramaditya.
3. Makar Sankranti is the only Indian festival based
on Solar Calender.
4. Navroj is mark as a Iranian new Year celebration.
a) 1, 2 and 3 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 2 only
Ans 24 : A , pocket veto & simple majority ;
Which of the Statements given above is/are

Correct ?
Q. 26 Consider the following with respect to

Western Ghat and rainfall pattern
along it
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 3 only
d) 1,2 and 3 only
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3. Indians working in Foreign embassies in India are

note normal residents of India.
Q.24 which of the following is true from the

following options:1. The president has the veto power over to
prevent decision for bill from hasty and ill
considered manner.
2. Qualified veto power is not vested with Indian
president.
3. Suspensive veto is exercised with respect to the
govt bills when the cabinet resigns.
4. When the bill is returned by president in the
house by message of reconsideration it does not
require any majority in the house to pass the bill in
either of the house.
A. 1and 2
B. 2, 3 and 4
C. 3 and 4
D.1 and 4
1. Karnataka receives more rainfall than Kerala and

Maharashtra because of
steep slopes and continuous Mountains
2. The mountain topography in Karnataka is
broader than the narrow
topography of the Ghats in Maharashtra and
Kerala.
Select the incorrect statements
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Ans 25 = D
Q. 27 Addition of iron particle to ocean will result
into:
1. Increase in Marine Biological Productivity.
Ans 23 : C
2. Increase in carbon dioxide in atmosphere by

degassing.
3. Decrease in Sea Surface temperature.
Select the correct code:
a. 1and 3 Only
b. 2 and 3 Only
c. All of the above
d. 4 only
Q. 25 Which among the Following Statement is/are

INCORRECT.
Ans 26 : A , There are several reasons for this. First,

the mountain topography in Karnataka is broader
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than the narrow topography of the Ghats in

Maharashtra. Due to the greater width of the
mountains, the rain bearing winds have to
necessarily travel a longer distance and have more
time for the drops to coalesce and precipitate as
rainfall, resulting in higher rainfall. In contrast, the
narrow width of the Ghats in Maharashtra allows
the rain-bearing wind to cross over to the leeward
side rapidly before precipitation can occur.
Ans 27 : A, Addition of iron particles to sea or

ocean results into growth of phytoplankton as they
prefer iron. Phytoplankton role in absorbing carbon
dioxide from atmosphere has been documented in
various research works. Sea surface temperature
will fall as atmosphere will witness decrease in
carbon dioxide in atmosphere. Addition of iron
particles is geo-engineering process. It has been
suggested by many experts to control the menace
of global warming with other ways like artificial
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As for Kerala, the Ghats there are in the form of

isolated mountains, where the rain-bearing winds
can easily cross over to the leeward side through
the gaps in between without precipitation
occurring.
3. Zero Hour allows the members of Parliament to

raise matters without any prior notice.
Which of the above statements is/are correct ?
(A) 1 and 3 only
(B) 2 only
(C) 2 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2 and 3
Second, the slope of the mountain has a direct

bearing on the possibility of precipitation. This is
borne out by the Ghats of Karnataka where the
mountains are gently sloping, compared to the
steep slopes of the Ghats in Maharashtra and
Kerala.
The air parcel will retain its energy and speed for a
longer time when the slope is gradual. This will
provide sufficient vertical motion to cloud droplets
to grow by collisioncoalescence process and
hence form precipitation.
Third, the gentle slope provides a greater area for
sunlight absorption and heating leading to greater
convection when compared with an abrupt slope
i.e. less Ghat area such as that of the Maharashtra
and Kerala Ghats.
Fourth, the continuous mountain range presents a

greater barrier to rainbearing winds than a range
comprising isolated mountains with gaps in
between where the winds can easily pass to the
leeward side. Unlike in the case of Kerala, the
Ghats in Maharashtra and Karnataka are
continuous.
Q. 28 onsider the following statements about
Indian Parliamentary system:
1. If a Censure Motion is passed in the Lok Sabha,
the Council of Ministers must resign.
2. Rajya Sabha is not permitted to make use of an
Adjournment Motion.
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Q. 29 Which of the statement given below best

describes the reason why countervailing duties are
imposed?
(a) To increase export competitiveness of the
domestic industry.
(b) To discourage imports in some specific sectors
of the domestic industry.
(c) To provide level playing field to the domestic
industry.
(d) To provide protection to the infant domestic
industry from foreign competition.
Ans 28 : C , in Question hour matters are raised
with prior notice .
Q. 30 Which among the Following is Incorrectly
Matched ?
a. Morley Minto Reform , 1909 - rights of
discussion and supplementary question
b. GOI Act 1935 First time Voting Rights extended
to Women in India
c. Indian Council Act , 1892 Beginning of
Parliamentary system in India.
d. Charter Act 1833 Indian allowed to take
Administrative post.
Ans 29 : C, The CVD, which is levied to offset the
excise duty imposed on domestic producers, is not
applied on a whole range of imports. It is a wellaccepted proposition in tax theory that achieving
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neutrality of incentives between domestic

productionand imports requires that all domestic
indirect taxes also be levied on imports. So, if a
country levies a sales tax,value added tax (VAT), or
excise or GST on domestic sales/production, it
should also be levied on imports.
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Ans : 30 : B , it was started in montagu chelmsford

Act 1919
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Q. 31 The difference between the market

prices and factor cost is equal to
a. Indirect taxes paid
b. Subsidies received
c. Capital consumption
d. Indirect tax paid minus subsidies received
Ans : 30 : B , it was started in montagu
chelmsford Act 1919
Q. 32 The NGT 2010 does not have
jurisdiction to adjudicate cases of the
following acts?
a. Air / water ( Prevention of control &
Pollution) act
b. Environment protection act
c. Public liability insurance act
d. Wildlife protection act
Ans 31 : D
Explanation:
Basically, factor cost is the input cost the
producer has to incur in the process of
producing
something (such as cost of capital i.e.
interest on loans, raw materials, labour,
rent, power, etc.). This is also termed as
factory price or production cost/price.
This is nothing but price of the commodity
from the producers side. While the market
prices is derived after adding the indirect
taxes to the factor cost of the product, it
means the cost at which the goods reach
the market i.e. showrooms (these are the
Cenvat/central excise and the CST which are
paid by the producers to the Central
government in India).
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Q.1 Which among the following nation was not the
party of Minsk 2.0 agreement .
Q.3 which among the following is NOT the

CORRECT reason for declining trade during Gupta
period.?
a. Production of Silk in traditional trade market .
b. Disruption of traditional market due to Arab
expansion.
c. Failure of domestic industry due to frequent war.
d. inclination towards short distances trade.
2. UK
3. France
4. Germany
5. Poland
a. 4 and 5 only
b. 1 and 2 only
c. 1, 2 and 5 only
d. 5 only
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Ans 2: C , Large Patch of agriculture farmland is not

available in india .
1. USA
Q. 4 which among the following can be said

CORRECT about Morle- Minto Reform1909
1. It was introduced to placate Moderators.

2 . it caused the beginning of communalisation in
India.
3. Aimed at establishing parlimentry system in
India.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 only
Q. 2 Which among the following Type of Farming is

not prevalent in INDIA.
a . Intensive Farming
b. Mixed Farming
c. Extensive Farming
d. Commercial Farming.
Ans 1 : C, On Ukraine Russia Conflict
D All of the above
Ans 3 : C .
Q. 5 which among the following is CORRECT about
Tebhagha Struggle ?
1. Forced cultivation of indigo on 3/20th of the

farmer land.
2. Protest to reduce paying 1/3rd crop to landlords
from one half.
3. Mahatma Gandhi led the protest.
4. Majorly affected Bihar .
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a. 1 only
B. 1, 3 and 4 only
b. 1 ,2 and 4 only
C. 1 and 4 onlY
c. 2 and 3 only
D. 1 and 3 only
d. All of the above
Ans 4 : C , to confuse Moderators , Communal

representation , more elective member but
majority were still unelected one.
Ans 6 : D , Read ncert . Responsivist were

communal groups , cooperated with govt, swarajist
were young section of congress who wants to
disrupt assembly, no changer were gandhian
follower who wants to spread gandhiji way of
struggle to every corner of the country
Q.6 which among the following is/are CORRECT

about different fraction of Congress party during
Freedom Struggle?
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A. Responsivist fraction was inclined towards mass

struggle based on people response to oppose
British rule.
B. Swarajist fraction was inclined towards

boycotting participation in legislative functioning to
emphasis their demand for complete freedom.
C. ' No changer' aimed at joining legislative
assembly to transform them into arena of political
struggle.
D. None of the above
Ans 5: A. in bengal , in 1945
Q. 7 Which among the following is Correct about

Digital india platform (DIP)
1. Digitization of Doucments
2. Freelancing job opportunities to all Computer
literate Indians.
3. Registration requires Aadhaar ID Card.
4. multi lingual based date entry is allowed.
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Q . 8 Which among the following is CORRECT about

organic persistant pollutant 'Lindane'
A. Once widely used in agriculture for insect
control.
B. was banned under stockholm convention .
C. Both
D. None
Ans 7 : D
Q. 9 When a constitutional amendment bill is
produced before the President, what are the
options available to him?
1. Withhold the bill
2. Return the bill for reconsideration of the
Parliament
3. End the bill
Choose the correct answer using the codes below.
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) None of the above
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Ans 8: C
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below.
Q. 10 Moderates did not demand to restrict mass

Anti Bengal Partition movement to be only ?
a) All of the above
1. Boycott
b) 1, 2 and 3 only
2. Swedshi
c) 1 only
3. passive Resistance
d) 2 and 3 only
4. Bengal centred only
Ans 11 : A , in Sikkim
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 3 and 4 only
D. 3 only
Ans 9 : D
Q. 11 Which alternate pass has been opened by
china for mansarover pilgrimage ?
A. Nathu La
B. Jelep La
C. Lipulekh
D. Shipki la
Ans 10: D
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A. 1 and 3 only
Q.12 The Directive Principles of State Policy

denote the ideals that the State should keep in
mind while formulating policies and enacting laws.
These principles are applicable to which of the
following organs?
Q. 13 Which money is deposited in escrow account

?
A. Money deposited in a Third party account until
the completion of deal.
B. Money deposited in off shore account to evade
taxation.
C. Money pooled by investor for ppp.
D. money GOI gets as a donations and grants from

various sources.
Ans 12 : A , Under Definition of State.
Q.14 which among the following material was used
for currency making in ancient indian Times.
1. Potin
2. lead
3. paper
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
1. Legislative
c. 1 and 3 only
2. Executive
d. All of the above
3. Local authorities
4. Public Sector enterprises (PSUs)
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Ans 13 : A , linked with Real estate Regulation Act

2015.
Q. 15 which among the following technique is used
to find out history of climate and vegetation ?
Ans 16 : C , land grant , no salary , no money , no

trade , no significance of patliputra, land based
militaristic significant location became prominent
like kannuaj.
a. pollen analysis
Q 18 With reference to India, consider the
following electoral system :
b. plant residue
c. Both
Q. 16 Which among the following can be the

fundamental cause for the decline of patliputra?
a. Trade Failure
b. Absence of coin.
c. practice of feudalism.
d. outside invasion
Ans 15 : C
Q. 17 which among the following constitutional
mechanism is NOT CORRECT.
a. Vice president practically doesn't have a fixed
tenure.
b. None of the majority provisions in Constitution
stop legislative member to remain abstain during
voting .
c. Vice President of India is not a member of Rajya

sabha , so in case of equality of votes , he is not
allowed to cast his vote unlike Speaker of lok
sabha.
d. Lok Sabha speaker presides joint sitting of
parliament but comes below in the order of
precedence to the chairman of council of states.
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2. System of proportional representation by means

of single transferable vote
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d. None
Ans14 : A ( Old NCERT)
1. System of direct election on the basis of adult

suffrage
3. List system of proportional representation

4. Cumulative system of indirect representation
Which of these have been adopted for various
elections in India ?
A 1 and 2
B 2 and 3
C 1, 3 and 4
D 1, 2, 3 and 4
Ans 17: C
Q 19 which among the following can NOT be said

CORRECT about Ancient Indian Civilization.
1. They were much urbanised than western

Civilization due to deep & easy trade links due to
presence of extended sea coastline.
2. Religion and state played equal role in
establishing social norms.
3. Centre of political power being away from
coastline , there was very low development in
navigation.
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4. Establishment of caste system was more of a

conviction formed due to Brhamanical
indoctrination rather than fear of physical
punishment.
Ans 20 : D ( NIOS Art and Culture )
Q. 22 Find the correct statements from the code

below
a. 2 and 4 only
A. Any Act having provision of criminal prosecution

cannot be introduced as a finance bill.
b. 1, 3 and 4 only
c. 1 only
B. only in constitutional amendment Bill there is no

provision of joint sitting.
C. Both
Ans 18: A
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d. 2 and 3 only
Q . 20 As a result of Religious Reform movement in

Modern India which among the following Steps
were taken under British Rule.
1. Infanticide was declared illegal.
2. Sharda Act , raised minimum age of Girls to get
married to18 year.
3. Inter communal marriage was sanctioned.
4. Inheritance Right of Women in ancestral
property.
A. 1 , 2 and 3 only
B. 4 only
C. 1 ,2 and 4 only
D. 1 and 3 only
Ans 19 : C ( Read old Ancient History NCERT)
Q. 21 which among the following state/union

Territory has highest number of wildlife sanctuary?
a. Maharashtra
b. Himachal Pradesh
c. Madhya Pradesh
D. None
Ans21 : D ( equal highest NP 9 also along with MP)
Q. 23 what is 'Jataka' ?
A. Book written in glorification of Gupta era King
B. Religious Manuscript for Jainism .
C. folk Tale of Lord Buddha Birth .
D. Detailed record of Social and religious status

during King Ashoka reign .
Ans 22: D , Income Tax have criminal prosecution

provision , Money Bill no joint Sitting..
Q.24 which among the following is True about

Chinese Traveller in ancient history of India.
1. Hsuan Tsang and Fa- hsien both came to study
Buddhism.
2. Hsuan Tsang came in the age of Harsha while Fahsien came in the age of gupta.
3. Fa-hsien came first.
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4. District Mineral Foundation will look in to the

Environmental impact assessment submitted by
Mining company.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
a. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
b. 2only
D. All of the above.
c. 3 and 4 only
d. all of the above.
Q. 25 which among the following process Human

body adapt to tackle altitude sickness.
1. Increase in Red Blood Cell production.
2. increasing the binding capacity of haemoglobin.

3. increasing the breathing rate.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. All
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Q. 26 Which among the following is/are Correct as

per Mines and Minerals (Development and
Regulation) Act, 2015
1. Mining leases after the expiration of period will
be renewed than freshly auctioned.
2. Centre Govt. can intervene in case state
government delays in passing order regarding
mining .
3. State Govt . now have to take prior approval
from center govt for grant of mineral concession.
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Q. 27 In the Indian context, which of the following

provisions can be amended by Simple Majority of
the Parliament
1. Acquisition and termination of Citizenship
2. Abolition or creation of legislative councils in
states
3. Directive Principles of State Policy
4. Formation of new States
Select the correct answer
a. 1 and 2
b. 1 and 4
c. 1, 2 and 4
d. 3 Only
Ans 26 : B , Check the Bill.
Q. 28 Recently launched Pro-Active Governance

and Timely Implementation (PRAGATI) platform
will give boost to the concept of
1, Cooperative federalism
2, Good Governance
3, Gender inclusiveness
Select the correct code
a. 1, 2 only
b. 2, 3 only
c. 1, 3 only
d. All of the above
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Q. 29 Consider the statements- Acid rain results

into
1. Deterioration of Forests
2. Destruction of Automotive coating.
3. Reduction of Photosynthetic rate
4. Increase methane emission from wetlands.
a. 1and 2 Only
b.1, 2 and 3 Only
c.1, 3and 4 Only
d. All of the above
Ans 28 :B
cause massive loss of species (food web will get

simplify) that live in the sea. Oil spill penetrates
into the plumage and fur of birds, breaks down the
insulating capabilities of feather which makes
them heavier, disallow them to fly and kill them via
poisoning or hypothermia.
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Ans 27 :C, A number of provisions in the

Constitution can be amended by a simple majority
of the two Houses of Parliament outside the scope
of Article 368. These provisions include- Admission
or establishment of new states;Formation of new
states and alteration of areas, boundaries or names
of existing states; Abolition or creation of
legislative councils in states; Acquisition and
termination of Citizenship; But to amend DPSP and
FRs, it requires Special majority of the Parliament.
Q. 30 Choose the right one about oil spill

1. It reduces Photosynthetic activities in water
bodies.
2. It results into killing of birds and mammals that
die of hypothermia
3. Food web of water bodies gets even more
complex
a. 1 Only
b.1, 2 Only
c.1, 3 Only
d. All of the above
Ans 29 : B ,Wetland soils also contain sulfur-loving
archaea, which are single-celled organisms that use
sulfur for energy production. They compete with
the methane producing microbes. In areas where
there is a significant amount of acid rain, scientists
have shown that these sulfur archaea out-compete
the methane-producing microbes, thereby
decreasing the methane output in these areas
significantly.
Ans 30 : B , Oil spill can prove fatal for plant, animal

and human life. The substance is so toxic that it can
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Q. 2 Easily observed inflated Chips packet contains

which gas for the prevention of chips from
oxidization.
a) Oxygen b) Nitrogen c) Argon d) Bromine
Ans 1 : D only CFL contains toxic mercury vapor
Q. 3 As Per Buddhism Religion , Buddh Purnima is

celebrated for
1. Birth of Buddha
2. Nirvana of Buddha
3. Enlightment of Buddha
a) 1 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) all of
the Above.
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b. Only 2 and 3
c. only 3
d. None of them
Ans 3 : D , According to Buddhist tradition all of the
above happens on the same date.
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Q. 1 Read the following statement with respect to

household lightings
1. LED bulbs have higher life span compared to
Incandescent bulbs
2. LED bulbs consumes less power compared to
Incandescent bulbs
3. LED bulbs and Incandescent bulb both does not
contain toxic material such as mercury
Which of the following statement is correct?
(a) 1,2
(b) Only 1
(c) 2,3
(d) All of the above
Q. 4 Person holding an overseas citizenship of

India (OCI) can
1. Contest in Vidhan Sabha elections.
2. Buy agricultural land
3. Get admission in NRI-quota seat in an Indian
university.
Q. 5 which among the following occupations falls

under same sector economic activities?
1. Tailor, Money lender , Gardner
2. Fishing, Mining, Basket weaver
3. Bee keeper , Astronaut, potter
4. Courier, BPO , Priest
A) 1 and 3 only
B) 2 and 4 only
C) 4 only
D) None of the above
Ans 4: C
protoxin compound ?
1. it is a Toxic Protein compound produced by
bacteria.
2. it is a Toxic compound which turns non toxic
due to reaction with gastric acids if ingested
accidently.
3. its property is used in cultivation of BT-Cotton.
A. 2 and 3only
B. 1and 2 only
C. 3 only
D. All of the above.
Ans 5 : c , NCERT ,
Fishing ,Mining : all primary dependent directly on
natural resources, Courier, BPO and Priest: All
tertiary (Service), Gardner is primary while tailor
and money lenders are tertiary , . Astronaut is
QUINARY SECTOR..
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Ans 6 : C , Toxication is the process

of metabolism in which the metabolite of a
compound is more toxic than the
parent drug or chemical. A parent drug or chemical
that was previously non-toxic may be called
a protoxin. Bt toxin protein exist as inactive
protoxins but once an insect ingest the inactive
toxin,it is converted into an active form of toxin
Q. 8 Consider the following statements.
1. Gross Domestic Product (GDP), measures the

output of goods and services produced within the
geographical boundary of a nation regardless of the
residence of that labour or owner of capital.
2. Gross National Product (GNP) is total output of
goods and services produced by residents of a
nation regardless of where they live and work or
where they own capital.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 & 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
(a) The general slope of Malabar Coast is from east

to west.
(b) Many lagoon lakes are situated beside Malabar
Coast called Kayal.
(c) Food crops are produced more than commercial
crops in the Malabar Coast.
(d) The number of cottage industries based on
agriculture are in plenty in Malabar region.
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Q. 7 Which of the following tools can be used by

RBI to control inflation in the economy?
1. Reduction in Bank Rate.
2. Reduction in Reverse Repo Rate.
3. Increase in Statutory Liquidity Ratio.
4. Increase in Cash Reserve Ratio.
5. Addressing the supply side constraints by
eliminating the middlemen.
Select the correct answer using codes given below.
(a) 1, 3 and 4 only
(b) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
(c) 3 and 4 only
(d) 3, 4 and 5 only
Q. 9 Which of the following statement is incorrect?
Ans 8 : A. 2nd statement says resident of that

country. It should be citizen of that of that country.
Q. 10 Which among the following constitutional
procedure is correct when president notifies joint
sitting for a disputed Bill but lok sabha gets
dissolved.
A. prior notification of joint sitting lapses if lok
sabha gets dissolved just after that.
B. Member of dissolved lok sabha only participate
in the notified joint sitting.
C. Member of newly elected Loksabha participate
in the notified joint sitting.
D. Disputed Bill lapses.
Ans 9 : C
Q.11 Which among the following element is found

least in earths crust.
a. Oxygen
b. Silicon
c. Iron
d. Aluminum
Ans 7: C , reduction of any rates means increasing

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of purchasing power. so to contain inflation,
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Ans 10 : C , Dissolved loksabha member do not

have mandate to vote during joint sitting.
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Q. 12 From which among the following incident ,

Vallabhai Patel got title Sardar.
Q. 15 which among the Following in Not Correct

about President Rule?
a. Leading Civil disobedience movement in the

absence of Mahatma Gandhi.
1. it affects fundamental rights of citizen .
b. kheda Satyagrha in Gujrat
2. requires special majority for its proclamation.
c. Bardoli Peasant Movement
3. State legislature continues to function but

Centre gets concurrent and superseding power on
administration.
Ans 11 : C : Iron
a. 1only
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d. for guiding India into its integration into a

united, independent nation.
b. 1 and 2 only
c. 2 and 3 only
Q. 13 Which amnong the following is Correct

related to Kheda Satyagrha?
d. All of the above
1. British govt Decided that the land Rent of

Patidar Peasant would be forgone.
2. peasants had suffered a famine and this had
resulted in a large-scale failure of crops.
3. Patidar peasant were well off peasant.
Ans 14:A
a.
b.
c.
d.
1. Agriculture sector
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
All of the above
Ans 12 : C . By Women in Bardoli Satygrha. 1928
Q. 16 Arrange the following sector in decreasing

order of their contribution in carbon emission in
india.
2. Electricity Sector
3. Cement Sector
4. Transport sector
a. 1-2-4-3
b. 2-1-4-3
c. 2-4-1-3
Q. 14 President rule must end in ?

A. 6 months
B. 1 year
d. 1-2-3-4
Ans 15: D ( chk laxmikant)
C. 2 year
D. 3 year
Ans 13: C. Patidar were well off while Kaliparaj
peasant were almost like serfs in patidars farms.
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Q. 17 Recently Boeing Aircraft completed its first

flight using Green Diesel . Which among the
Following is Not True about Green Diesel
A. It is a type of BioDiesel produced by farming
B. Structurally Similar to hydro processed fatty acid
C. it is a sustainable Bio Fuel made from vegetable
oils , waste cooking oil and animal fats.
Q. 18 which among the following statements about

pacific ocean is / are Correct.
1.Pacific ocean is larger than the entire land area
of earth
2.Pacific ocean does not have a mid oceanic ridge.

a.1 only
b.2 only
c.both
d.none
Ans 17: A
Q.19 What is Malayan Nawab?
A. Famous Hyderabadi cuisine.
B. malyalam Poet
C. A Insect species
D. traditional Custome
Ans 18:A
B. Mono unsaturated and ploy saturated C. Mono

unsaturated and poly unsaturated
D. Poly saturated
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Ans 16: B, At 38 per cent, electricity sector is the

largest contributor to India's total carbon emissions
(7.2 per cent) and cement sector (6.8 per cent).
A. Saturated
Ans 19: C
D. None of the above
followed by agriculture sector (17.5 per cent);

transport sector (7.4 per cent), residential sector
Q.20 Food from the plant origin majorly contain

fatty acid of type ?
Q.21 which among the following consequece are

NOT the likely fallout of arctic ocean melting.
1. Reduction in earth albedo .
2. Sea level rising.
3. oil price reduction.
4. increase in green house gas emission
5. Increase in marine biodiversity in northern
hemisphere .
A. 3, 4 and 5 only
B. 2 only
C. 4 and 5 only
D. 1, 3 and 4 only
Ans 20:C
Q.22 Which among the following is CORRECT about
carnivorous plant?
A. they trap insects as a energy source replacement
due to their inability to have photosynthesis .
B. They are Evolved in nutrient deficit soil.
C. Both
D. None
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change sea level ) , methane emission will increases
due to melting of permafrost soil in northern
hemisphere like siberian , canadian region. new sea
lane , new energy resource will reduce oil price ,
warm water will attract marine organism from
equatorial region.
Q.23 what was the main objective of Akali
movement?
B. Protection against other Violent religious
fanatics.
C. Gurudwara Management.
D. propagation of Sikh Religion.
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A. Socio- Religious reform among Sikh.
Ans 22: B , carnivorous plant also do

photosynthesis but due to nutrient. deficient soil
they r evolved in insect trapping for other nutrient
like N, P, K , S
Q.24 What is Rast Goftar ?
A. News paper Started in Tamilnadu for upliftment

of Dalit Community.
B. A journal for socio- religious reform among
Parsis.
C. Mass Community kitchen for all Religion by
Brahmo Samaj.
D. Counter movement to Dayanand sarswati
initiated ' Suddhi' movement.
Ans 23 : C
Q. 25 which among the following is Not Correct
about early human settlement pattern in india.
A. Himalyan foothills were settled first due to
narrow river channel.
B. Settlement intensity direction was in reverse
order to Rainfall intensity.
C. Absence of iron use technology led to decrease
in human density from East to West.
D. None of the above.
Q. 26 In the Indian context, which of the following

laws/programs are/were formulated by
successive Governments inorder to implement
Directives as under Part IV of the
Constitution?
1) Wildlife (Protection) Act (1972)
2) Legal Services Authorities Act (1987)
3) Three-tier Panchayat Raj system
4) The Criminal Procedure Code (1973)
Select the correct answer using the code given
below:
a) 3 only
b) 1, 3 and 4 only
c) 1 and 3
d) All the above
Ans 25 : C , West to East.
Q. 27 The President cannot promulgate an
ordinance
a. when either of the two Houses of Parliament is
not in session
b. when both the Houses are in session
c. when only one House is in session
d. when both the Houses of Parliament are not in
session
Ans 26 : D ,
The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 was enacted to
safeguard the wildlife (=Article 48 A)
The Legal Services Authorities Act (1987) has
established a nation-wide network to provide free
and competent legal aid to the poor and to
organise lok adalats for promoting equal justice
(=Article 39A)
Three-tier panchayati raj system (at village, taluka
and zila levels) has been introduced to translate
into reality Gandhijis dream of every village being
a republic (=Article 40).
The Criminal Procedure Code (1973) separated the
judiciary from the executive in the public services
of the state (=Article 50).
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Q. 30 Recently India became permanent member

of Washington Accord. Which among the following
is correct abt Washington Accord?
1. Consist of member nation having Satellite
launching indigenous technology.
2. signatory status to Washington accord will help
in increase in global technical and engineering
employment.
3. it will help India in highest quality assurance
standards to be implemented in domestic technical
and engineering programme.
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Q. 28 According to Indian Constitution, consider

the following statements
1. Both elected and nominated members of the
Parliament vote in Vice-Presidential election
2. A nominated member can also be appointed as a
Union Minister
3. Elected members of the state legislative
assemblies vote in Vice-Presidential election
4. The Cabinet ministers comprises of sitting
members of LokSabha only
Select the correct answer using the codes given
below.
a. 1 and 2
b. 1, 2 and 4
c. 3 and 4
d. 1, 2 and 3
A nominated member can also be appointed as a

Union Minister and the Cabinet ministers can
comprise members from both LokSabha and Rajya
Sabha.
Q. 29 Find the INCORRECT executive power vested

with president.
1. President's power to use Absolute Veto to kill
any Bill are not based on Council of minister's
Decision.
2. President can revoke emergency if she/he finds
it suitable without taking any suggestion from
Council of minister.
3. President can not pardon a Death sentence
solely based on his own decision.
a. 1 and 2 only
b. 2and 3 only
c. 1 and 3 only
d. All of the above.
Ans 29 : D ,
Ans 30 : B , Washington Accord is an international
agreement amongst prominent nations of the
world, with the charter of promoting mobility and
quality assurance of engineers across international
boundaries.
a. 2 and 3 only
b. 1 only
c. 2 only
d. All of The Above
Ans 28 : A
In the Vice-Presidential Elections, the electoralcollege is different from the electoral-college for
the election of the President in the following two
respects:
1. It consists of both elected and nominated
members of the Parliament (in the case of
president, only elected members).
2. It does not include the members of the state
legislative assemblies (in the case of President, the
elected members of the state legislative assemblies
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Q. 1 Most of the plant Tissues are Dead because?

A. they provide mechanical strength as easily as
live one.
B. Dead tissues require less maintenance.
C. None
D. Both
Q. 2 which among the following is not correctly
matched?
A. Altiplano plateau - South America
B. Loess plateau - China
C. Bie plateau - North West Africa
D. Deccan plateau - India
Ans 1: D
Q.3 Dead Sea fault marks?
A. Divergent boundary
B. Convergent boundary
C. Transform boundary
D. Hot Spot
Ans 2: C , its in Angola, Central west Africa
Q. 4 Tropical cyclones dont form over the equator

and distance
from an equator is needed for a tropical cyclone to
form. What
could be the explanation for this?
1. coriolis effect is weakest at equator
2. The air at equator has very high humidity
3. Winds are generally calm at equator
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(b) Only 1&2
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(d) Only 3
Ans 3: C , Arbian plate and african plate both
moving in north and in northeast direction but at
different rate.
Q. 5 which among the following Geo Thermal
Energy resource is currently being exploited on
commercial basis in India?
A. Hydrothermal vent
B. Geopressurised zone
C. Hot Rocks
D. Magma
Ans 4 : A,
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Q. 6 Which aming the following provinces are the

potential GeoThermal resource location in India?
1. Son- Narmada-Tapi grben
2. Puga valley in ladakh
3. cambay Graben
4. Naga lusai province
A. 1,2 and 3 only
B. 2,3 and 4 only
C. 1,3 and 4 only
D. All of the above
Ans 5: A , i.e via Hot Spring.
Q. 7 increased Co2 level in atmosphere may have
adverse effect on ecosystem. Consider the
following statement and find the CORRECT one.?
1.Increase in more organic matter due to increased
phtosyenthetic activity
2.Rapid proliferation in weeds
3.increase in insect and pest population thatfeed
on plants.
a. 1 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 1 and 3 only
d. all of the above
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region , himalayan , damodar graben etc.
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Q. 8 Which among the following are characterised

as Ecotone?
1. mangroves
2. grassland
3. estuary
4. Riparian zone
a. 1 and 3 only
b. 2,3 and 4 only
c. 1 and 2 only
d. all of the above
Ans 7: D ( NIOS environment )
Q. 9 which among the following taxation system is

not related to crop yield revenue collection?
1. Mansabdari system
2. Dashala system
3. karori system
a. 2 only
b. 2 and 3 only
c. 3 only
d. None of the above
Q.11 which of the following goods belong to the

category of capital good?
1.computer used by a business firm
2. engine of a car
3.steel sheet to be used in making automobiles.
4. Truck used to carry iron ore.
a. 1,2 and 3 only
b. 3 only
c. 1 and 4 only
d. 1,2,3 and 4 only
Ans 10 : A , rest are included , Early Harvest here
means those scheme which needs to be
implemented in short period.
Q. 12 Fundamental rights in the constitution are
available against the arbitrary action of
1. The State
2. Private individuals in some cases
3. Societies and associations
4. International agencies
Choose the correct answer using the codes
below.
a) 2, 3 and 4 only
b) 1, 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 2 only
d) 1 only
Ans 8: D , Riparian zone is interface between river

and landscape.
Ans11: c
Q. 10 Early Harvest Programme under Digital india

initiative Does Not Include
a. Digitization of agriculture related procedure
b. Public Wi-Fi HotSpot
c. Availability of School Book in e-book
d. National portal of Lost and Found Children
Ans 9: D, .dashala and karori was imposed during
akbar reign , mansabdari was prevelant form of
taxation always.
Q. 13 Which of the following statements are not

true about the calculation of GDP in India?
1. The base year for GDP calculation is 2004-05
2. GDP in India is calculated at factor prices
3. GDP is measured in India by Finance Ministry
(a). Only 1
(b). Only 2 and 3
(c). 1, 2 and 3
(d). Only 1 and 2
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battery are the preferred choice. Which among the
following is NOT CORRECT about Li-ion Battery
A. High Energy Density
B. high discharge rate
C. Long life Span
D. Low Maintenance Cost
Ans 17 : Sankhya philosophy which is based on
rationalism .
Q. 19 Which among the following practices can
help in Carbon sequestration?
1. Mulching
2. Use of organic manure
3. Zero tillage
4. Contour bunding
Choose the correct option from the codes given
below:
a. Only 1 & 2
b. Only 2 & 3
c. Only 1, 2 & 3
d. 1, 2, 3 & 4
Ans 18 : B , Low Discharge Rate
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Q. 14 Which among the following are endogenic

geomorphic processes?
1. Diastrophism
2. Volcanism
3. Weathering,
4. Mass wasting
5. Erosion
Choose the correct code among the following:
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
(c) 2, 3, 4 and 5
(d) 1 and 5
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and Dept of Statistics )
Q.15 Concept of the Bodhisatta signifies ?

A. Importance of Self Effort in achievement of
Self Nirvana
B. Following the Eight Fold Path to achieve
Nirvana
C. Accumulation of merit by self efforts to
Help Others in achievement of Nirvana
D. None of the Above.
Ans 14: A ;
Q. 16 Trimurti , The Tallest Sculpture in Elephanta
Cave was build for ?
a. Lord Vishnu
b. Lord Shiva
c. Lord Buddha
d. Each one of Them.
Ans 15: C
Q. 17 Jainism and Buddhism were evolved mainly

upon which among the following Hindu Philosophy
?
a. Mimamsa
b. Sankhya
c. Nyaya
d. Vaiseshika
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Q. 20 Which among the Following is the Biggest

Carbon Reservoir ?
a. Atmosphere
b. Soil
c. Lithosphere and mantle
d. Deep Ocean
Ans 19 : D ,
Q. 21 Which among the following practices helps in
Reducing the GHG Emission ?
1. Agro Forestry
2. Crop Rotation
3. Contour Bunding
4. Conservation Tillage
a. 1 , 2 and 4 only
b. 4 only
c. 3 and 4 only
d. All of the above
Q.22 In India , Usara Soil is found prominently

1. Sunderban Delta
2. Western Coast of Gujarat
3. Thar Desert
a. 3 only
b. 1 and 2 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. all of the above.
Ans 21: D , Mulching also helps.
Q. 23 As per Indian culture, the word Kolam is

associated with
1. Art of Rangoli in southern parts of the country
2. A type of tribe
3. Art of Weaving of people of ancient origin
Correct statement(s)
a. Only 1
b. 1 and 2
c. Only 3
d. None
Ans 22: D Usra is Alkaline Soil found in hot and
humid region as well where salty water mixes with
land.
Q. 24 Which among the Following is CORRECT

about Sankirtana
1. Ritual singing, drumming and dancing of
Manipur
2.performers narrate the lives and deeds of Krishna
through songs and dance
3. It is inscribed on the Representative List of the
UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
of Humanity
a. 1 and 2
b. 2 and 3
c. 3 only
d. All of the Above
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,http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telanga
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Q. 25 Consider the following statements regarding
the production and reserves of copper in India.
1. Rajasthan has the largest reserves of copper and
is also the highest producer of copper in India.
2. India is self sufficient in copper production and
also at times it has also exportedcopper to
countries like Japan, South Korea etc.
3. Production of copper is a tedious job especially
in India as the copper ore found in India as it is
of the lower grade compared to International
grade of the ore.
Which are the correct statements?
a. 1 only.
b. 1, 3 only.
c. 2, 3 only.
d. 3 only.
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Ans 20 : C , The carbon dioxide is stored in the

interior of the Earth in the form of carbonate rocks,
such as limestone, dolomites, and chalk.
Ans 24 : D , http://www.thehindu.com/todayspaper/tp-national/tp-newdelhi/manipurisankirtana-inscribed-on-unescos-intangibleheritage-list/article5435312.ece
Q. 26 Which of the following are forms of Martial
Arts in India?
1. Pari Khanda
2. Kalarippayattu
3. Silambam
Select the correct code
a. Only 1
b. 1 and 2
c. 1, 2 and 3
d. Only 2
Ans 25: D
Rajasthan although has the highest reserves, it is
not the highest producer. Madhya Pradesh is the
highest producer currently.
Q. 27 Match the following

1. Chadar Badar
A- narrate tales from the
puranas
2. Sakhi Kundhei B- tells Santhal way of life, and
migration
3 Lanjia Saora
4. pawl kut
C- Harvest festival
D-wall painting
a. 1-B, 2- D , 3- A, 4- C
b. 1-B, 2 -A , 3-D , 4- C
c. 1-D , 2-C, 3-B, 1-A
d. 1-D , 2- B , 3-C , 1-A
Ans 26 : C , Explanation- Kalarippayattu is a famous

Indian martial art from land of attraction Kerala
and one of the oldest fighting systems in existence.
It is practiced in most of the part of south India.
Silambam is a weapon-based Indian martial art
from Tamil Nadu. Every state has its own style of
martial arts. A wide variety of weapons are used in
silamban, some of which are not found anywhere
else in the world. Silambam art also used animal
movements of snake, tiger, eagle forms and foot
work patterns is play a key role here as well.
Another part of Silambam is Kuttu varisai, it is the
unarmed kind of martial art.
Pari-khanda is a style of sword and shield fighting
from Bihar. This art is created by the rajputs. Parikhanda steps and techniques are also used in Chau
dance.
Q. 28 Amongst the following, Migratory Birds

coming to India in summer season are
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1. Greater Flamingo
2.Siberian Crane
3. Eurasian Golden Oriole
4. Cuckoos
a. 1, 2 and 3
b. 2 and 3
c. 3 and 4
d. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Ans 27 : B , must read Dying art of india.
Q.29 Find outh the Correct Sequence of National
Park or wildlife sanctuary from North To South .
1. Hemis National park
2. Wandur National park
3, Balpakram National Park
4. Betla National Park
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The production of copper in India always falls short

of demand and thus we export copper from
countries like US, Japan, Canada etc.
Third statement is true because in India the metal
content in the ore is quite low compared to
international average. The metal content is less
than 1% in India while the international average
stands at 2.5%.
a. 1-3-2-4
b. 2-3-4-1
c. 1-4-3-2
d. 2-3-1-4
Ans 28 : C , Explanation: Many articles can be
found in newspapers regarding migratory birds
coming to
India. They are indicators of climate change
Migratory Birds Coming to India in Winter Season
Siberian Cranes
Greater Flamingo
Ruff
Black winged Stilt
Common Teal
Common Greenshank
Northern Pintail
Yellow Wagtail
White Wagtail
Northern Shoveler
Rosy Pelican
Gadwall
Wood Sandpiper
Spotted Sandpiper
Eurasian Wigeon
Black tailed Godwit
Spotted Redshank
Starling
Bluethroat
Long billed Pipit

Migratory Birds Coming to India in Summer
Season
Asian Koel
Black crowned Night Heron
Eurasian Golden Oriole
Comb Duck
Blue-cheeked Bee Eater
Blue-tailed Bee-Eater
Cuckoos
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Q. 30 Q. Arrange the following island from west to

east Direction in Andman Sea.
1. Sister island
2. Twin Island
3. North Brother
4. South Brother
a. 1-2-3-4
b. 2-4-3-1
c. 2-3-1-4
d. 1-3-2-4
Ans 29 : C , Tibet, Meghalaya , Jahrkhana , Andman
Ans 30 : C,
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