{"id":35111,"date":"2024-04-27T16:02:50","date_gmt":"2024-04-27T16:02:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=35111"},"modified":"2024-06-22T12:03:25","modified_gmt":"2024-06-22T12:03:25","slug":"upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Prelims 2015 Question Paper with Answer Key &#8211; General Studies Paper 1"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-test-series?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Blog-%20PTS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Prelims-Test-Series-eng-and-hindi-1280\u00d7330.svg\" alt=\"UPSC Prelims Mock Test - ECONOMY 2\" class=\"wp-image-24924\" width=\"779\" height=\"199\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As the UPSC Prelims exam for the year 2015 draws near, candidates are actively gearing up to demonstrate their knowledge and skills. This blog is delighted to provide the UPSC Prelims 2015 Question Paper along with the answer key for General Studies Paper 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ff4e6da4c15\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Importance_of_Previous_Year_Question_Papers\" title=\"The Importance of Previous Year Question Papers\">The Importance of Previous Year Question Papers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#UPSC_Prelims_Question_Paper_2015_%E2%80%93_Available_on_Edukemys_Website\" title=\"UPSC Prelims Question Paper 2015 &#8211; Available on Edukemy&#8217;s Website\">UPSC Prelims Question Paper 2015 &#8211; Available on Edukemy&#8217;s Website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Prelims_2015_General_Studies_Paper_1_%E2%80%93_Questions\" title=\"Prelims 2015 General Studies Paper 1 &#8211; Questions\">Prelims 2015 General Studies Paper 1 &#8211; Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q1_%E2%80%98Pradhan_Mantri_Jan-Dhan_Yojna_has_been_launched_for\" title=\"Q1. &#8216;Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojna\u2019 has been launched for\">Q1. &#8216;Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojna\u2019 has been launched for<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Pradhan_Mantri_Jan_Dhan_Yojana%E2%80%AFPMJDY\" title=\"Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana\u202f(PMJDY)&nbsp;\">Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana\u202f(PMJDY)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q2_With_reference_to_the_Fourteenth_Finance_Commission_which_of_the_following_statements_is_are_correct\" title=\"Q2: With reference to the Fourteenth Finance Commission, which of the following statements is\/ are correct?\">Q2: With reference to the Fourteenth Finance Commission, which of the following statements is\/ are correct?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Recommendations_of_the_14th_Commission_include\" title=\"Recommendations of the 14th Commission include:&nbsp;\">Recommendations of the 14th Commission include:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Important_Points\" title=\"Important Points&nbsp;\">Important Points&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Finance_Commission\" title=\"The Finance Commission&nbsp;\">The Finance Commission&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q3_The_%E2%80%98Fortaleza_Declaration_recently_in_the_news_is_related_to_the_affairs_of\" title=\"Q3: The \u2018Fortaleza Declaration\u2019, recently in the news, is related to the affairs of\">Q3: The \u2018Fortaleza Declaration\u2019, recently in the news, is related to the affairs of<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_option%E2%80%AF2%E2%80%AF\" title=\"The correct answer is option\u202f2.\u202f&nbsp;\">The correct answer is option\u202f2.\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Fortaleza_Declaration%E2%80%AF\" title=\"Fortaleza Declaration\u202f&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Fortaleza Declaration\u202f&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q4_A_decrease_in_tax_to_GDP_ratio_of_a_country_indicates_which_of_the_following\" title=\"Q4: A decrease in tax to GDP ratio of a country indicates which of the following?\">Q4: A decrease in tax to GDP ratio of a country indicates which of the following?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only%E2%80%AF\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 only.\u202f&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 only.\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#A%E2%80%AFtax-to-GDP_ratio\" title=\"A\u202ftax-to-GDP ratio&nbsp;\">A\u202ftax-to-GDP ratio&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q5_In_the_South_Atlantic_and_South-Eastern_Pacific_regions_in_tropical_latitudes_cyclone_does_not_originate_What_is_the_reason\" title=\"Q5: In the South Atlantic and South-Eastern Pacific regions in tropical latitudes, cyclone does not originate. What is the reason?\">Q5: In the South Atlantic and South-Eastern Pacific regions in tropical latitudes, cyclone does not originate. What is the reason?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Intertropical_Convergence_Zone%E2%80%AFITZC\" title=\"Intertropical Convergence Zone\u202f(ITZC)&nbsp;\">Intertropical Convergence Zone\u202f(ITZC)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q6_Which_one_of_the_following_pairs_of_States_of_India_indicates_the_easternmost_and_westernmost_State\" title=\"Q6: Which one of the following pairs of States of India indicates the easternmost and westernmost State?\">Q6: Which one of the following pairs of States of India indicates the easternmost and westernmost State?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q7_Consider_the_following_statements_regarding_the_Directive_Principles_of_State_Policy\" title=\"Q7: Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy\">Q7: Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFBoth_1_and_2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fBoth 1 and 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fBoth 1 and 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Directive_Principles_of_State_Policy\" title=\"The Directive Principles of State Policy&nbsp;\">The Directive Principles of State Policy&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q8_In_the_%E2%80%98Index_of_Eight_Core_Industries_which_one_of_the_following_is_given_the_highest_weight\" title=\"Q8: In the \u2018Index of Eight Core Industries\u2019, which one of the following is given the highest weight?\">Q8: In the \u2018Index of Eight Core Industries\u2019, which one of the following is given the highest weight?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2%E2%80%AF\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.\u202f&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Index_of_Eight_Core_Industries_ICI\" title=\"Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI)&nbsp;\">Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Index_of_Industrial_Production\" title=\"The Index of Industrial Production&nbsp;\">The Index of Industrial Production&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q9_Which_of_the_following_National_Parks_is_unique_in_being_a_swamp_with_floating_vegetation_that_supports_a_rich_biodiversity\" title=\"Q9: Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports a rich biodiversity?\">Q9: Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports a rich biodiversity?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Keibul_Lamjao_National_Park%E2%80%AF\" title=\"Keibul Lamjao National Park\u202f&nbsp;\">Keibul Lamjao National Park\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Additional_Information\" title=\"Additional Information&nbsp;\">Additional Information&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Bhitarkanika_National_Park\" title=\"Bhitarkanika National Park&nbsp;\">Bhitarkanika National Park&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Keoladeo_Ghana_National_Park\" title=\"Keoladeo Ghana National Park&nbsp;\">Keoladeo Ghana National Park&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Sultanpur_National_Park\" title=\"Sultanpur National Park&nbsp;\">Sultanpur National Park&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q10_Which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct_regarding_National_Innovation_Foundation-India_NIF\" title=\"Q10: Which of the following statements is\/are correct regarding National Innovation Foundation-India (NIF)?\">Q10: Which of the following statements is\/are correct regarding National Innovation Foundation-India (NIF)?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#National_Innovation_Foundation\" title=\"National Innovation Foundation&nbsp;\">National Innovation Foundation&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q11_What_can_be_the_impact_of_excessiveinappropriate_use_of_nitrogenous_fertilizers_in_agriculture\" title=\"Q11: What can be the impact of excessive\/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in agriculture?\">Q11: What can be the impact of excessive\/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in agriculture?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_and_3_only\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f2 and 3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f2 and 3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q12_With_reference_to_the_International_Union_for_Conservation_of_Nature_and_Natural_Resources_IUCN_and_the_Convention_on_International_Trade_in_Endangered_Species_of_Wild_Fauna_and_Flora_CITES_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"Q12: With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN. and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">Q12: With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN. and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which of the following statements is\/are correct?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only%E2%80%AF\" title=\"The correct answer is 2 and 3 only.\u202f&nbsp;\">The correct answer is 2 and 3 only.\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#International_Union_for_Conservation_of_Nature_and_Natural_Resources%E2%80%AFIUCN\" title=\"International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources\u202f(IUCN)&nbsp;\">International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources\u202f(IUCN)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Convention_on_International_Trade_in_Endangered_Species_of_Wild_Fauna_and_Flora_CITES\" title=\"The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)&nbsp;\">The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q13_The_Fair_and_Remunerative_Price_FRP_of_sugarcane_is_approved_by_the\" title=\"Q13: The Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP. of sugarcane is approved by the\">Q13: The Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP. of sugarcane is approved by the<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_option%E2%80%AF1\" title=\"The correct answer is option\u202f1.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is option\u202f1.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Fair_and_Remunerative_Price_FRP_of_sugarcane%E2%80%AF\" title=\"Fair and Remunerative Price\u2019 (FRP) of sugarcane\u202f&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Fair and Remunerative Price\u2019 (FRP) of sugarcane\u202f&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q14_What_explains_the_eastward_flow_of_the_equatorial_counter-current\" title=\"Q14: What explains the eastward flow of the equatorial counter-current?\">Q14: What explains the eastward flow of the equatorial counter-current?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The%E2%80%AFequatorial_counter_currents\" title=\"The\u202fequatorial counter currents&nbsp;\">The\u202fequatorial counter currents&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q15_Consider_the_following_pairs\" title=\"Q15: Consider the following pairs:\">Q15: Consider the following pairs:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_option%E2%80%AF1_only\" title=\"The correct answer is option\u202f1 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is option\u202f1 only.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Srisailam\" title=\"Srisailam:&nbsp;\">Srisailam:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Omkareshwar\" title=\"Omkareshwar:&nbsp;\">Omkareshwar:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Pushkar\" title=\"Pushkar:&nbsp;\">Pushkar:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q16_With_reference_to_Rowlatt_Satyagraha_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"Q16: With reference to Rowlatt Satyagraha, which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">Q16: With reference to Rowlatt Satyagraha, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_2_only\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 2 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 2 only.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Additional_Points\" title=\"Additional Points&nbsp;\">Additional Points&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Simon_Commission\" title=\"Simon Commission&nbsp;\">Simon Commission&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q17_Among_the_following_which_were_frequently_mentioned_in_the_news_for_the_outbreak_of_Ebola_virus_recently\" title=\"Q17: Among the following, which were frequently mentioned in the news for the outbreak of Ebola virus recently?\">Q17: Among the following, which were frequently mentioned in the news for the outbreak of Ebola virus recently?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-4\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Ebola_virus_disease_EVD\" title=\"Ebola virus disease (EVD)&nbsp;\">Ebola virus disease (EVD)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q18_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98fly_ash_produced_by_the_power_plants_using_coal_as_fuel_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"Q18: With reference to \u2018fly ash\u2019 produced by the power plants using coal as fuel, which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">Q18: With reference to \u2018fly ash\u2019 produced by the power plants using coal as fuel, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-66\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-67\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Fly_ash%E2%80%AF\" title=\"Fly ash\u202f&nbsp;\">Fly ash\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-68\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Benefits_of_Fly_Ash\" title=\"Benefits of Fly Ash&nbsp;\">Benefits of Fly Ash&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-69\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q19_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98dugong_a_mammal_found_in_India_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"Q19: With reference to \u2018dugong\u2019, a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">Q19: With reference to \u2018dugong\u2019, a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-70\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-71\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Dugong\" title=\"Dugong&nbsp;\">Dugong&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-72\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q20_Who_of_the_following_waswere_economic_critic_critics_of_colonialism_in_India\" title=\"Q20: Who of the following was\/were economic critic\/ critics of colonialism in India?\">Q20: Who of the following was\/were economic critic\/ critics of colonialism in India?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-73\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_2_and_3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1, 2, and 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1, 2, and 3.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-74\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Moderates_Leaders_of_the_Indian_National_Congress\" title=\"Moderates Leaders of the Indian National Congress&nbsp;\">Moderates Leaders of the Indian National Congress&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-75\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q21_Which_one_of_the_following_issues_the_%E2%80%98Global_Economic_Prospects_report_periodically\" title=\"Q21: Which one of the following issues the \u2018Global Economic Prospects\u2019 report periodically?\">Q21: Which one of the following issues the \u2018Global Economic Prospects\u2019 report periodically?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-76\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-77\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Global_Economic_Prospects\" title=\"Global Economic Prospects&nbsp;\">Global Economic Prospects&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-78\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q22_When_the_Reserve_Bank_of_India_reduces_the_Statutory_Liquidity_Ratio_by_50_basis_points_which_of_the_following_is_likely_to_happen\" title=\"Q22: When the Reserve Bank of India reduces the Statutory Liquidity Ratio by 50 basis points, which of the following is likely to happen?\">Q22: When the Reserve Bank of India reduces the Statutory Liquidity Ratio by 50 basis points, which of the following is likely to happen?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-79\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-80\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Statutory_liquidity_ratio_SLR\" title=\"Statutory liquidity ratio (SLR)&nbsp;\">Statutory liquidity ratio (SLR)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-81\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q23_With_reference_to_the_use_of_nano-technology_in_health_sector_which_of_the_following_statements_is_are_correct\" title=\"Q23: With reference to the use of nano-technology in health sector, which of the following statements is\/ are correct?\">Q23: With reference to the use of nano-technology in health sector, which of the following statements is\/ are correct?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-82\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFBoth_1_and_2-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fBoth 1 and 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fBoth 1 and 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-83\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Nanotechnology\" title=\"Nanotechnology&nbsp;\">Nanotechnology&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-84\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q24_In_India_markets_in_agricultural_products_are_regulated_under_the\" title=\"Q24: In, India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the\">Q24: In, India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-85\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-5\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-86\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Agricultural_Produce_Market_Committee\" title=\"Agricultural Produce Market Committee:&nbsp;\">Agricultural Produce Market Committee:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-87\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q25_Which_one_of_the_following_is_the_national_aquatic_animal_of_India\" title=\"Q25: Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?\">Q25: Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-88\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-89\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Gangetic_Dolphin\" title=\"Gangetic Dolphin&nbsp;\">Gangetic Dolphin&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-90\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_Congress_Socialist_Party_consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"Q: With reference to Congress Socialist Party, consider the following statements:\">Q: With reference to Congress Socialist Party, consider the following statements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-91\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-92\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Congress_Socialist_Party%E2%80%AF\" title=\"Congress Socialist Party\u202f&nbsp;\">Congress Socialist Party\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-93\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"Q: Consider the following statements:\">Q: Consider the following statements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-94\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_2_only-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 2 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 2 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-95\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_Government_of_India_Act_of_1919_clearly_defined\" title=\"Q: The Government of India Act of 1919 clearly defined\">Q: The Government of India Act of 1919 clearly defined<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-96\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_2\" title=\"The correct answer is Option 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is Option 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-97\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Government_of_India_Act_of_1919%E2%80%AF\" title=\"Government of India Act of 1919\u202f&nbsp;\">Government of India Act of 1919\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-98\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_brings_out_the_%E2%80%98Consumer_Price_Index_Number_for_Industrial_Workers\" title=\"Q: Which of the following brings out the \u2018Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial Workers?\">Q: Which of the following brings out the \u2018Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial Workers?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-99\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-4\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-100\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Consumer_Price_Index_Numbers_for_Industrial_Workers\" title=\"Consumer Price Index Numbers for Industrial Workers&nbsp;\">Consumer Price Index Numbers for Industrial Workers&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-101\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_In_the_context_of_modem_scientific_research_consider_the_following_statements_about_%E2%80%98IceCube_a_particle_detector_located_at_South_Pole_which_was_recently_in_the_news\" title=\"Q: In the context of modem scientific research, consider the following statements about \u2018IceCube\u2019, a particle detector located at South Pole, which was recently in the news:\">Q: In the context of modem scientific research, consider the following statements about \u2018IceCube\u2019, a particle detector located at South Pole, which was recently in the news:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-102\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-5\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-103\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Consumer_Price_Index_Numbers_for_Industrial_Workers-2\" title=\"Consumer Price Index Numbers for Industrial Workers&nbsp;\">Consumer Price Index Numbers for Industrial Workers&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-104\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_terms_%E2%80%98Agreement_on_Agriculture_%E2%80%98Agreement_on_the_Application_of_Sanitary_and_Phytosanitary_Measures_and_%E2%80%98Peace_Clause_appear_in_the_news_frequently_in_the_context_of_the_affairs_of_the\" title=\"Q: The terms \u2018Agreement on Agriculture\u2019, \u2018Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures\u2019 and \u2018Peace Clause\u2019 appear in the news frequently in the context of the affairs of the\">Q: The terms \u2018Agreement on Agriculture\u2019, \u2018Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures\u2019 and \u2018Peace Clause\u2019 appear in the news frequently in the context of the affairs of the<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-105\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-6\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-106\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#World_Trade_Organisation_WTO\" title=\"World Trade Organisation (WTO)&nbsp;\">World Trade Organisation (WTO)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-107\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98Near_Field_Communication_NFC_Technology_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"Q: With reference to \u2018Near Field Communication (NFC)  Technology, which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">Q: With reference to \u2018Near Field Communication (NFC)  Technology, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-108\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-109\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Near_Field_Communication%E2%80%AFNFC\" title=\"Near Field Communication\u202f(NFC)&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Near Field Communication\u202f(NFC)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-110\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_area_known_as_%E2%80%98Golan_Heights_sometimes_appears_in_the_news_in_the_context_of_the_events_related_to\" title=\"Q: The area known as \u2018Golan Heights\u2019 sometimes appears in the news in the context of the events related to\">Q: The area known as \u2018Golan Heights\u2019 sometimes appears in the news in the context of the events related to<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-111\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-6\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-112\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Golan_Heights\" title=\"Golan Heights&nbsp;\">Golan Heights&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-113\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Convertibility_of_rupee_implies\" title=\"Q: Convertibility of rupee implies\">Q: Convertibility of rupee implies<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-114\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-7\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-115\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_Pairs\" title=\"Q: Consider the following Pairs:\">Q: Consider the following Pairs:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-116\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_only\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f2 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f2 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-117\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_rivers\" title=\"Q: Consider the following rivers:\">Q: Consider the following rivers:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-118\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_and_3_only-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f2 and 3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f2 and 3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-119\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Additional_Points-2\" title=\"Additional Points&nbsp;\">Additional Points&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-120\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Vamshadhara\" title=\"Vamshadhara&nbsp;\">Vamshadhara&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-121\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Pennar\" title=\"Pennar&nbsp;\">Pennar&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-122\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_When_a_bill_is_referred_to_a_joint_sitting_of_both_the_Houses_of_the_Parliament_it_has_to_be_passed_by\" title=\"Q: When a bill is referred to a joint sitting of both the Houses of the Parliament, it has to be passed by\">Q: When a bill is referred to a joint sitting of both the Houses of the Parliament, it has to be passed by<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-123\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-124\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Joint_Sitting_of_Indian_Parliament\" title=\"Joint Sitting of Indian Parliament&nbsp;\">Joint Sitting of Indian Parliament&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-125\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_one_of_the_following_regions_of_Indian_has_a_combination_of_mangrove_forest_evergreen_forest_and_deciduous_forest\" title=\"Q: Which one of the following regions of Indian has a combination of mangrove forest, evergreen forest and deciduous forest?\">Q: Which one of the following regions of Indian has a combination of mangrove forest, evergreen forest and deciduous forest?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-126\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-4\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-127\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_kingdoms_were_associated_with_the_life_of_the_Buddha\" title=\"Q: Which of the following kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha?\">Q: Which of the following kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-128\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF3_and_4_only\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f3 and 4 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f3 and 4 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-129\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_one_the_following_is_associated_with_the_issue_of_control_and_phasing_out_of_the_use_of_ozonedepleting_substances\" title=\"Q: Which one the following is associated with the issue of control and phasing out of the use of ozonedepleting substances?\">Q: Which one the following is associated with the issue of control and phasing out of the use of ozonedepleting substances?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-130\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-7\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-131\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Montreal_Protocol\" title=\"The Montreal Protocol&nbsp;\">The Montreal Protocol&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-132\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Additional_Information-2\" title=\"Additional Information&nbsp;\">Additional Information&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-133\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#41_Consider_the_following\" title=\"41. Consider the following:\">41. Consider the following:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-134\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_arrival_of_Babur_into_Indian_led_to_the\" title=\"The arrival of Babur into Indian led to the\">The arrival of Babur into Indian led to the<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-135\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF3_only\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-136\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Babur\" title=\"Babur&nbsp;\">Babur&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-137\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#43_What_is_Rio20_Conference_often_mentioned_in_the_news\" title=\"43. What is Rio+20 Conference, often mentioned in the news?\">43. What is Rio+20 Conference, often mentioned in the news?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-138\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-139\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"Consider the following statements:\">Consider the following statements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-140\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Which_of_the_statements_given_above_isare_correct\" title=\"Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?\">Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-141\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFNeither_1_nor_2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fNeither 1 nor 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fNeither 1 nor 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-142\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#44_The_Government_of_India_has_established_NITI_Aayog_to_replace_the\" title=\"44. The Government of India has established NITI Aayog to replace the\">44. The Government of India has established NITI Aayog to replace the<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-143\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4%E2%80%AF\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.\u202f&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-144\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#45_The_term_%E2%80%98Goldilocks_Zone_is_often_seen_in_the_news_in_the_context_of\" title=\"45. The term \u2018Goldilocks Zone\u2019 is often seen in the news in the context of\">45. The term \u2018Goldilocks Zone\u2019 is often seen in the news in the context of<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-145\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_3\" title=\"The correct answer is Option 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is Option 3.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-146\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#46Who_of_the_following_organized_a_March_on_the_Tanjore_coast_to_break_the_Salt_Law_in_April_1930\" title=\"46.Who of the following organized a March on the Tanjore coast to break the Salt Law in April 1930?\">46.Who of the following organized a March on the Tanjore coast to break the Salt Law in April 1930?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-147\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-8\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-148\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#48Consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"48.Consider the following statements:\">48.Consider the following statements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-149\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Which_of_the_statements_given_above_isare_correct-2\" title=\"Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?\">Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-150\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_only-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f2 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f2 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-151\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_49Which_of_the_statements_regarding_%E2%80%98Green_Climate_Fund_isare_correct\" title=\"Q 49.Which of the statements regarding \u2018Green Climate Fund\u2019 is\/are correct?\">Q 49.Which of the statements regarding \u2018Green Climate Fund\u2019 is\/are correct?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-152\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only-3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-153\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q50_Indira_Gandhi_Prize_for_Peace_Disarmament_and_Development_for_2014_was_given_to_which_one_of_the_following\" title=\"Q50. Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2014 was given to which one of the following?\">Q50. Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2014 was given to which one of the following?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-154\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_3-2\" title=\"The correct answer is Option 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is Option 3.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-155\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_51_With_reference_to_the_Cabinet_Mission_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"Q 51. With reference to the Cabinet Mission, which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">Q 51. With reference to the Cabinet Mission, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-156\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only-4\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-157\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#52Which_one_of_the_following_National_Parks_has_a_climate_that_varies_from_tropical_to_subtropical_temperate_and_arctic\" title=\"52.Which one of the following National Parks has a climate that varies from tropical to subtropical, temperate and arctic?\">52.Which one of the following National Parks has a climate that varies from tropical to subtropical, temperate and arctic?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-158\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-5\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-159\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#53Amnesty_International_is\" title=\"53.Amnesty International is\">53.Amnesty International is<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-160\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-9\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-161\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#54With_reference_to_the_art_and_archaeological_history_of_India_which_one_among_the_following_was_made_earliest\" title=\"54.With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest?\">54.With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-162\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-10\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-163\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#55With_reference_to_Indian_history_which_of_the_following_isare_the_essential_elementelements_of_the_feudal_system\" title=\"55.With reference to Indian history, which of the following is\/are the essential element\/elements of the feudal system?\">55.With reference to Indian history, which of the following is\/are the essential element\/elements of the feudal system?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-164\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_and_3_only-3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f2 and 3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f2 and 3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-165\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#57India_is_a_member_of_which_among_the_following\" title=\"57.India is a member of which among the following?\">57.India is a member of which among the following?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-166\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Select_the_correct_answer_using_the_code_given_below\" title=\"Select the correct answer using the code given below:\">Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-167\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF3_only-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-168\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Additional_Information-3\" title=\"Additional Information&nbsp;\">Additional Information&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-169\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Association_of_South-East_Asian_Nations_ASEAN\" title=\"Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN)&nbsp;\">Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-170\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#East_Asia_Summit_EAS\" title=\"East Asia Summit (EAS)&nbsp;\">East Asia Summit (EAS)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-171\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#58In_India_the_steel_production_industry_requires_the_import_of\" title=\"58.In India, the steel production industry requires the import of\">58.In India, the steel production industry requires the import of<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-172\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFcoking_coal%E2%80%AF\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fcoking coal.\u202f&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fcoking coal.\u202f&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-173\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#59The_provisions_in_Fifth_Schedule_and_Sixth_Schedule_in_the_Constitution_of_India_are_made_in_order_to\" title=\"59.The provisions in Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made in order to\">59.The provisions in Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made in order to<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-174\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1-3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-175\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#60With_reference_to_the_Union_Government_consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"60.With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements:\">60.With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-176\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_only-3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f2 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f2 only.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-177\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Additional_Points-3\" title=\"Additional Points&nbsp;\">Additional Points&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-178\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#61WhoWhich_of_the_following_is_the_custodian_of_the_Constitution_of_India\" title=\"61.Who\/Which of the following is the custodian of the Constitution of India?\">61.Who\/Which of the following is the custodian of the Constitution of India?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-179\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-6\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-180\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#62Consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"62.Consider the following statements:\">62.Consider the following statements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-181\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Which_of_the_statements_given_above_isare_correct-3\" title=\"Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?\">Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-182\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only-5\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-183\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#63The_Genetic_Engineering_Appraisal_Committee_is_constituted_under_the\" title=\"63.The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee is constituted under the\">63.The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee is constituted under the<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-184\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-8\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-185\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#64In_the_Mekong-Ganga_Cooperation_an_initiative_of_six_countries_which_of_the_following_isare_not_a_participant_participants\" title=\"64.In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation an initiative of six countries, which of the following is\/are not a participant\/ participants\">64.In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation an initiative of six countries, which of the following is\/are not a participant\/ participants<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-186\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Select_the_correct_answer_using_the_code_given_below-2\" title=\"Select the correct answer using the code given below:\">Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-187\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-188\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#65%E2%80%98Basel_III_Accord_or_simply_%E2%80%98Basel_III_often_seen_in_the_news_seeks_to\" title=\"65.\u2018Basel III Accord\u2019 or simply \u2018Basel III\u2019, often seen in the news, seeks to\">65.\u2018Basel III Accord\u2019 or simply \u2018Basel III\u2019, often seen in the news, seeks to<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-189\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-11\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-190\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Additional_Information-4\" title=\"Additional Information&nbsp;\">Additional Information&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-191\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Important_Points-2\" title=\"Important Points&nbsp;\">Important Points&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-192\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#66Consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"66.Consider the following statements:\">66.Consider the following statements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-193\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2%E2%80%AFonly\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f2\u202fonly.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f2\u202fonly.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-194\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#69In_a_particular_region_in_India_the_local_people_train_the_roots_of_living_trees_into_robust_bridges_across_the_streams_As_the_time_passes_these_bridges_become_stronger_These_unique_%E2%80%98living_root_bridges_are_found_in\" title=\"69.In a particular region in India, the local people train the roots of living trees into robust bridges across the streams. As the time passes, these bridges become stronger. These unique \u2018living root bridges\u2019 are found in\">69.In a particular region in India, the local people train the roots of living trees into robust bridges across the streams. As the time passes, these bridges become stronger. These unique \u2018living root bridges\u2019 are found in<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-195\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1-4\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-196\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#70Tides_occur_in_the_oceans_and_seas_due_to_which_among_the_following\" title=\"70.Tides occur in the oceans and seas due to which among the following?\">70.Tides occur in the oceans and seas due to which among the following?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-197\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Select_the_correct_answer_using_the_code_given_below-3\" title=\"Select the correct answer using the code given below:\">Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-198\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_2_and_3-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1, 2 and 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1, 2 and 3.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-199\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#71In_which_of_the_following_activities_are_Indian_Remote_Sensing_IRS_satellites_used\" title=\"71.In which of the following activities are Indian Remote Sensing (IRS) satellites used?\">71.In which of the following activities are Indian Remote Sensing (IRS) satellites used?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-200\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_2_and_3_only\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1, 2, and 3 only&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1, 2, and 3 only&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-201\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#72Consider_the_following_States\" title=\"72.Consider the following States\">72.Consider the following States<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-202\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-203\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#73The_term_%E2%80%98IndARC_sometimes_seen_in_the_news_is_the_name_of\" title=\"73.The term \u2018IndARC\u2019, sometimes seen in the news, is the name of\">73.The term \u2018IndARC\u2019, sometimes seen in the news, is the name of<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-204\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-7\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-205\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#74With_reference_to_%E2%80%98Forest_Carbon_Partnership_Facility_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"74.With reference to \u2018Forest Carbon Partnership Facility\u2019, which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">74.With reference to \u2018Forest Carbon Partnership Facility\u2019, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-206\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-4\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-207\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#75Which_one_of_the_following_was_given_classical_language_status_recently\" title=\"75.Which one of the following was given classical language status recently?\">75.Which one of the following was given classical language status recently?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-208\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1-5\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-209\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#76With_reference_to_an_organization_known_as_%E2%80%98BirdLife_International_which_of_the_following_statements_is_are_correct\" title=\"76.With reference to an organization known as \u2018BirdLife International\u2019, which of the following statements is\/ are correct?\">76.With reference to an organization known as \u2018BirdLife International\u2019, which of the following statements is\/ are correct?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-210\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-5\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-211\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#77Which_one_of_the_following_countries_of_South-West_Asia_does_not_open_out_to_the_Mediterranean_Sea\" title=\"77.Which one of the following countries of South-West Asia does not open out to the Mediterranean Sea?\">77.Which one of the following countries of South-West Asia does not open out to the Mediterranean Sea?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-212\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-12\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-213\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#78In_India_in_which_one_of_the_following_types_of_forests_is_teak_a_dominant_tree_species\" title=\"78.In India, in which one of the following types of forests is teak a dominant tree species?\">78.In India, in which one of the following types of forests is teak a dominant tree species?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-214\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFoption_1\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202foption 1.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202foption 1.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-215\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#80%E2%80%9CEach_day_is_more_or_less_the_same_the_morning_is_clear_and_bright_with_a_sea_breeze_as_the_Sun_climbs_high_in_the_sky_heat_mounts_up_dark_clouds_form_then_rain_comes_with_thunder_and_lightning_But_rain_is_soon_over%E2%80%9D\" title=\"80.\u201cEach day is more or less the same, the morning is clear and bright with a sea breeze; as the Sun climbs high in the sky, heat mounts up, dark clouds form, then rain comes with thunder and lightning. But rain is soon over.\u201d\">80.\u201cEach day is more or less the same, the morning is clear and bright with a sea breeze; as the Sun climbs high in the sky, heat mounts up, dark clouds form, then rain comes with thunder and lightning. But rain is soon over.\u201d<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-216\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Which_of_the_following_regions_is_described_in_the\" title=\"Which of the following regions is described in the\">Which of the following regions is described in the<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-217\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-13\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-218\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#82Consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"82.Consider the following statements:\">82.Consider the following statements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-219\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFNeither_1_nor_2-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fNeither 1 nor 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fNeither 1 nor 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-220\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#83%E2%80%9CTo_uphold_and_protect_the_Sovereignty_Unity_and_Integrity_of_India%E2%80%9D_is_a_provision_made_in_the\" title=\"83.\u201cTo uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India\u201d is a provision made in the\">83.\u201cTo uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India\u201d is a provision made in the<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-221\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFFundamental_Duties\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fFundamental Duties.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fFundamental Duties.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-222\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#84Which_one_of_the_following_is_the_best_description_of_the_term_%E2%80%98ecosystem\" title=\"84.Which one of the following is the best description of the term \u2018ecosystem\u2019?\">84.Which one of the following is the best description of the term \u2018ecosystem\u2019?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-223\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-9\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-224\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#85The_fundamental_object_of_Panchayati_Raj_system_is_to_ensure_which_among_the_following\" title=\"85.The fundamental object of Panchayati Raj system is to ensure which among the following?\">85.The fundamental object of Panchayati Raj system is to ensure which among the following?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-225\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-6\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-226\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#86With_reference_to_Indian_economy_consider_the_following\" title=\"86.With reference to Indian economy, consider the following:\">86.With reference to Indian economy, consider the following:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-227\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_2-2\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-228\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#87With_reference_to_inflation_in_India_which_of_the_following_statements_is_correct\" title=\"87.With reference to inflation in India, which of the following statements is correct?\">87.With reference to inflation in India, which of the following statements is correct?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-229\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-10\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-230\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#88Consider_the_following_countries\" title=\"88.Consider the following countries:\">88.Consider the following countries:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-231\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_2_only-3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 2 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 2 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-232\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#89The_ideal_of_%E2%80%98Welfare_State_in_the_Indian_Constitution_is_enshrined_in_its\" title=\"89.The ideal of \u2018Welfare State\u2019 in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its\">89.The ideal of \u2018Welfare State\u2019 in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-233\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-14\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-234\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#90The_Substitution_of_steel_for_wooden_ploughs_in_agricultural_production_is_an_example_of\" title=\"90.The Substitution of steel for wooden ploughs in agricultural production is an example of\">90.The Substitution of steel for wooden ploughs in agricultural production is an example of<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-235\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-15\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-236\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#91There_is_a_Parliamentary_System_of_Government_in_India_because_the\" title=\"91.There is a Parliamentary System of Government in India because the\">91.There is a Parliamentary System of Government in India because the<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-237\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-8\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-238\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#92H1N1_virus_is_sometimes_mentioned_in_the_news_with_reference_to_which_one_of_the_following_diseases\" title=\"92.H1N1 virus is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to which one of the following diseases?\">92.H1N1 virus is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to which one of the following diseases?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-239\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-9\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 4.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-240\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#93With_reference_to_bio-toilets_used_by_the_Indian_Railways_consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"93.With reference to bio-toilets used by the Indian Railways, consider the following statements:\">93.With reference to bio-toilets used by the Indian Railways, consider the following statements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-241\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFNeither_1_nor_2-3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fNeither 1 nor 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fNeither 1 nor 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-242\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#94The_problem_of_international_liquidity_isrelated_to_the_non-availability_of\" title=\"94.The problem of international liquidity isrelated to the non-availability of\">94.The problem of international liquidity isrelated to the non-availability of<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-243\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-11\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 3.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-244\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#95With_reference_to_%E2%80%98fuel_cells_in_which_hydrogen-rich_fuel_and_oxygen_are_used_to_generate_electricity_consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"95.With reference to \u2018fuel cells\u2019 in which hydrogen-rich fuel and oxygen are used to generate electricity, consider the following statements:\">95.With reference to \u2018fuel cells\u2019 in which hydrogen-rich fuel and oxygen are used to generate electricity, consider the following statements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-245\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only-6\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-246\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#96Kalamkari_painting_refers_to\" title=\"96.Kalamkari painting refers to\">96.Kalamkari painting refers to<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-247\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1-6\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 1.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-248\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#97Which_one_of_the_following_best_describes_the_main_objective_of_%E2%80%98Seed_Village_Concept\" title=\"97.Which one of the following best describes the main objective of \u2018Seed Village Concept\u2019?\">97.Which one of the following best describes the main objective of \u2018Seed Village Concept\u2019?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-249\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-16\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fOption 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-250\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#98There_has_been_a_persistent_deficit_budget_year_after_year_Which_of_the_following_actions_can_be_taken_by_the_government_to_reduce_the_deficit\" title=\"98.There has been a persistent deficit budget year after year. Which of the following actions can be taken by the government to reduce the deficit?\">98.There has been a persistent deficit budget year after year. Which of the following actions can be taken by the government to reduce the deficit?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-251\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-7\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-252\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#99Which_of_the_following_hashave_been_accorded_%E2%80%98Geographical_Indication_status\" title=\"99.Which of the following has\/have been accorded \u2018Geographical Indication\u2019 status?\">99.Which of the following has\/have been accorded \u2018Geographical Indication\u2019 status?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-253\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-8\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202f1 and 3 only.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-254\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#100With_reference_to_the_Indian_Renewable_Energy_Development_Agency_Limited_IREDA_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"100.With reference to the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA), which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">100.With reference to the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA), which of the following statements is\/are correct?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-255\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFBoth_1_and_2-3\" title=\"The correct answer is\u202fBoth 1 and 2.&nbsp;\">The correct answer is\u202fBoth 1 and 2.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-256\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#To_get_free_counselingsupport_on_UPSC_preparation_from_expert_mentors_please_call_9773890604\" title=\"To get free counseling\/support on UPSC preparation from expert mentors please call 9773890604\">To get free counseling\/support on UPSC preparation from expert mentors please call 9773890604<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-257\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2015-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_Here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here\">Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013 Here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_Prelims_2017_Exam\"><\/span>UPSC Prelims 2017 Exam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The UPSC Prelims exam is a tough phase in the Civil Services Examination, serving as an entry point to desirable positions like Indian Administrative Services (IAS) and Indian Police Services (IPS). It is set to happen on August 23, 2015 with two shifts. The General Studies Paper 1 exam is from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM, followed by the CSAT exam from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Importance_of_Previous_Year_Question_Papers\"><\/span>The Importance of Previous Year Question Papers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To do well in the UPSC Prelims, candidates need more than just a solid grasp of concepts; they should also know the exam pattern, question formats, and time management strategies. A highly effective method for achieving this is to study the previous year&#8217;s question papers. These papers offer valuable insights into the exam&#8217;s format, level of difficulty, and the kinds of questions typically posed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_Prelims_Question_Paper_2015_%E2%80%93_Available_on_Edukemys_Website\"><\/span>UPSC Prelims Question Paper 2015 &#8211; Available on Edukemy&#8217;s Website<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates eagerly anticipating the UPSC Prelims question papers don&#8217;t need to look everywhere. Soon after the exam, you can find the General Studies Paper 1 question papers on <a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/\">Edukemy&#8217;s website.<\/a> Aspirants can effortlessly get and save the UPSC Prelims 2015 Question Papers in PDF format from our platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prelims_2015_General_Studies_Paper_1_%E2%80%93_Questions\"><\/span>Prelims 2015 General Studies Paper 1 &#8211; Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_%E2%80%98Pradhan_Mantri_Jan-Dhan_Yojna_has_been_launched_for\"><\/span>Q1. &#8216;Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojna\u2019 has been launched for<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) providing housing loan to poor people at cheaper interest rates<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) promoting women\u2019s Self-Help Groups in backward areas<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) promoting financial inclusion in the country<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) providing financial help to the marginalized communities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 3<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pradhan_Mantri_Jan_Dhan_Yojana%E2%80%AFPMJDY\"><\/span><strong>Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana\u202f(PMJDY)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It\u202fis a\u202fNational Mission\u202fon\u202ffinancial Inclusion\u202fwhich has an integrated approach to bring about comprehensive financial inclusion and provide banking services to all households in the country. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is one of the biggest financial inclusion initiatives in the world,\u202f<strong>announced\u202fon 15\u202fAugust 2014<\/strong>\u202fby PM\u202fNarendra Modi from the ramparts of the Red Fort and\u202f<strong>launched on\u202fAugust 28th<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Guinness World Records<\/strong>\u202fhas also recognized the achievements made under it\u202fand\u202fhas certified that the \u201c<strong>Most bank accounts opened in one week<\/strong>\u202fas part of the Financial Inclusion Campaign is 18,096,130 and was achieved by the Department of Financial Services, Government of India.\u201d&nbsp;<\/li><li>Today, coverage of almost 100% has been achieved where\u202fout of the accounts opened, 60% are in rural areas and 40% are in urban areas while the\u202fshare of female account holders is about 51%.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_With_reference_to_the_Fourteenth_Finance_Commission_which_of_the_following_statements_is_are_correct\"><\/span>Q2: With reference to the Fourteenth Finance Commission, which of the following statements is\/ are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It has increased the share of States in the central divisible pool from 32 percent to 42 percent.<\/li><li>It has made recommendations concerning sector-specific grants.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Both 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommendations_of_the_14th_Commission_include\"><\/span><strong>Recommendations of the 14th Commission include<\/strong>:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Tax devolution should be the primary source of transfer of funds to states.&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The share of taxes of the centre to states is recommended to be\u202fincreased from 32% to 42%. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Additional budgetary needs of the states will be filled by grants-in-aid to the states. The total revenue deficit grant to states in the 2015-20 period is recommended to be Rs 1,94,821 crore.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The total grant to local governments for 2015-20 has been fixed at Rs 2,87,436 crore, of which Rs 2,00,292 crore is recommended to panchayats and Rs 87,144 crore to municipalities.&nbsp;<\/li><li>An independent fiscal council should be created to evaluate the fiscal policy implications of budget proposals before the budget is announced. States are advised to amend their FRBM Acts similarly.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Alternatively, the FRBM Act may be replaced with a Debt Ceiling and Fiscal Responsibility Legislation, to bring greater legitimacy to fiscal management.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>There was no recommendation concerning sector-specific grants<\/strong>. Hence,\u202f<strong>Statement 2 is NOT correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Points\"><\/span><strong>Important Points<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Finance_Commission\"><\/span><strong>The Finance Commission<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is a quasi-judicial body provided under\u202f<strong>Article 280<\/strong>\u202fof the Constitution and\u202fis constituted by the president of India every fifth year or at a such earlier time as he considers necessary.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This commission consists of a\u202f<strong>chairman<\/strong>\u202fand\u202f<strong>four other members<\/strong>\u202fto be appointed by the\u202f<strong>President<\/strong>\u202fwho\u202fholds office for such period as specified by the president in his order and are eligible for reappointment.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Constitution of India authorises the Parliament to determine the qualifications of members of the commission and how they should be selected which\u202fthe Parliament has accordingly specified in the Finance Commission Act, 1951.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_The_%E2%80%98Fortaleza_Declaration_recently_in_the_news_is_related_to_the_affairs_of\"><\/span>Q3: The \u2018Fortaleza Declaration\u2019, recently in the news, is related to the affairs of<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) ASEAN<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) BRICS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) OECD<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) WT<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_option%E2%80%AF2%E2%80%AF\"><\/span>The correct answer is <strong>option\u202f2<\/strong>.\u202f&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fortaleza_Declaration%E2%80%AF\"><\/span><strong>Fortaleza Declaration<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The presidents of the BRICS nations signed the agreement establishing the New Development Bank at the sixth BRICS summit in Fortaleza, Brazil, in 2014. (NDB).&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It\u202fstressed that the\u202fNDB will strengthen cooperation among BRICS\u202fand will supplement the efforts of multilateral and regional financial institutions for global development thus contributing to sustainable and balanced growth. Hence,\u202fOption 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>NDB\u2019s major areas of operation are clean energy, transport infrastructure, irrigation, sustainable urban development and economic cooperation among the member nations.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The BRICS countries&#8217; equal rights are upheld by the NDB, which operates on a consultation mechanism.&nbsp;<\/li><li>NDB&#8217;s main office is in Shanghai.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The prospect of establishing a new Development Bank to raise funds for infrastructure and sustainable development projects in the BRICS and other emerging economies, as well as in developing nations, was discussed at the Fourth BRICS Summit in New Delhi(2017).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_A_decrease_in_tax_to_GDP_ratio_of_a_country_indicates_which_of_the_following\"><\/span>Q4: A decrease in tax to GDP ratio of a country indicates which of the following?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Slowing economic growth rate<\/li><li>Less equitable distribution of national income<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Both 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only%E2%80%AF\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 only<\/strong>.\u202f&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A%E2%80%AFtax-to-GDP_ratio\"><\/span><strong>A\u202ftax-to-GDP ratio<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It is a gauge of a nation&#8217;s tax revenue relative to the size of its economy\u202fas measured by gross domestic product (GDP).<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a\u202fmeasure of a nation&#8217;s tax revenue relative to the size of its economy.&nbsp;<\/li><li>A\u202ftax-to-GDP ratio\u202fdetermines\u202fhow well a\u202fnation&#8217;s government use its economic resources via taxation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Developed nations\u202ftypically have\u202fhigher tax-to-GDP ratios\u202fthan developing nations.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>If the tax-to-GDP ratio is\u202flow\u202fit shows a\u202fslow economic growth rate. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The ratio shows that government spending can be financed.&nbsp;<\/li><li>A greater tax-to-GDP ratio indicates a robust tax buoyancy in an economy.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The government is under pressure to adhere to its fiscal deficit targets if the tax-to-GDP ratio is lower.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It only\u202fshows growth in the economy not the distribution of national income.\u202fHence statement 2 is incorrect.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_In_the_South_Atlantic_and_South-Eastern_Pacific_regions_in_tropical_latitudes_cyclone_does_not_originate_What_is_the_reason\"><\/span>Q5: In the South Atlantic and South-Eastern Pacific regions in tropical latitudes, cyclone does not originate. What is the reason?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Sea surface temperatures are low<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Inter-Tropical Convergence Zone seldom occurs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Coriolis force is too weak<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Absence of land in those regions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Intertropical_Convergence_Zone%E2%80%AFITZC\"><\/span><strong>Intertropical Convergence Zone<\/strong>\u202f<strong>(ITZC)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It\u202fshifts\u202ftoward the\u202fnorth in the northern summer\u202fand toward the\u202fsouth\u202fin the\u202fsouthern summer, usually\u202fstaying at or north of the equator.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>There is often no inter-tropical convergence zone (ITCZ) above the ocean and there is excessive tropospheric vertical wind shear.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It becomes exceedingly challenging to produce tropical cyclones without an ITCZ to supply synoptic vorticity and convergence resulting in large-scale spin and thunderstorm activity as well as having severe wind shear.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It does not move southward over the South Atlantic or South Pacific region, remaining at or close to the equator. As a result, these areas do not have the ITCZ over them, which is one of the main reasons why there aren&#8217;t any cyclones. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q6_Which_one_of_the_following_pairs_of_States_of_India_indicates_the_easternmost_and_westernmost_State\"><\/span>Q6: Which one of the following pairs of States of India indicates the easternmost and westernmost State?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Assam and Rajasthan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Arunachal Pradesh and Rajasthan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Assam and Gujarat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Arunachal Pradesh and Gujarat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 4<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The main land of India, a vast nation entirely in the Northern Hemisphere, extends between latitudes 8\u00b04&#8217;N and 37\u00b06&#8217;N and longitudes 68\u00b07&#8217;E and 97\u00b025&#8217;E.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Arunachal Pradesh is the easternmost state in India because it is located at the easternmost longitude, 97\u00b025&#8217;E.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Gujarat is the most western state in India, with the country&#8217;s westernmost longitude (68\u00b07&#8217;E).<\/strong> <strong>Hence, Option 4 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q7_Consider_the_following_statements_regarding_the_Directive_Principles_of_State_Policy\"><\/span>Q7: Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Principles spell out the socio-economic democracy in the country.<\/li><li>The provisions contained in these Principles are not enforceable by any court.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Both 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFBoth_1_and_2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Both 1 and 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Directive_Principles_of_State_Policy\"><\/span><strong>The Directive Principles of State Policy<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It is enumerated in\u202fPart IV\u202fof the Constitution from\u202fArticles 36 to 51.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was\u202fborrowed\u202ffrom the Irish Constitution of 1937, which had copied it from the Spanish Constitution.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is\u202fdescribed\u202fas a \u2018novel feature\u2019 of the Indian Constitution by\u202fDr\u202fBR\u202fAmbedkar\u202fand along with the Fundamental Rights contains the philosophy of the Constitution and is the soul of the Constitution,\u202falso\u202fdescribed\u202fas the<strong>\u202f\u2018Conscience of the Constitution\u2019<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It constitutes a very comprehensive economic, social and political programme for a modern democratic State to aim at realizing the high ideals of justice, liberty, equality and fraternity as outlined in the Preamble to the Constitution which\u202fembodies the concept of a \u2018welfare state\u2019 and not that of a \u2018police state\u2019, which existed during the colonial era.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It seeks to establish economic and social democracy in the country. Hence,\u202fStatement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>DPSPs are\u202fnon-justiciable\u202fand not legally enforceable by the courts for their violation\u202fand therefore, the government (central, state and local) cannot be compelled to implement them but\u202fthe Constitution (in Article 37) itself says that these principles are nevertheless fundamental in the governance of the country and it shall be the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws. Hence,\u202fStatement 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q8_In_the_%E2%80%98Index_of_Eight_Core_Industries_which_one_of_the_following_is_given_the_highest_weight\"><\/span>Q8: In the \u2018Index of Eight Core Industries\u2019, which one of the following is given the highest weight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Coal production<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Electricity generation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Fertilizer production<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Steel production<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2%E2%80%AF\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong>.\u202f&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Index_of_Eight_Core_Industries_ICI\"><\/span><strong>Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It <\/strong>is a production volume index.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It <\/strong>measures the collective and individual performance of production in selected eight core industries viz. Coal, Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Refinery Products, Fertilizers, Steel, Cement and Electricity.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is compiled and released by\u202fthe <strong>Office of the Economic Adviser (OEA), Department of Industrial Policy &amp; Promotion (DIPP), and Ministry of Commerce &amp; Industry<\/strong>.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Index_of_Industrial_Production\"><\/span><strong>The Index of Industrial Production<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is an index that shows the growth rates in different industry groups of the economy over a fixed period.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This is compiled and published monthly by the\u202f<strong>National Statistical Office (NSO)<\/strong>, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a composite indicator that measures the growth rate of industry groups classified under Broad sectors, namely, Mining, Manufacturing, and Electricity.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Use-based sectors, namely Basic Goods, Capital Goods, and Intermediate Goods.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The eight core sector industries represent about 40% of the weight of items that are included in the IIP.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The eight core industries in decreasing order of their weightage:\u202fRefinery Products&gt;\u202fElectricity&gt; Steel&gt; Coal&gt; Crude Oil&gt; Natural Gas&gt; Cement&gt; Fertilizers.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The base year for IIP calculation is 2011-2012.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Previously, Electricity was having the highest weightage. Hence, Option 2 is<\/strong> correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q9_Which_of_the_following_National_Parks_is_unique_in_being_a_swamp_with_floating_vegetation_that_supports_a_rich_biodiversity\"><\/span>Q9: Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports a rich biodiversity?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Bhitarkanika National Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Keibul Lamjao National Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Keoladeo Ghana National Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Sultanpur National Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keibul_Lamjao_National_Park%E2%80%AF\"><\/span><strong>Keibul Lamjao National Park\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>This is the only floating park in the world located in the Bishnupur district of the\u202fNorth Eastern\u202fstate of Manipur. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a crucial component of Loktak Lake.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is the largest naturally occurring freshwater lake in the northeast with the Phumdi environment.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The lake is a wetland of international importance under the RAMSAR Convention and was listed in the Montreux Record in 1993, which is a list of Ramsar sites where changes in ecological character have occurred, are occurring, or are likely to occur. As a result, it is also governed by the Environment (Protection) Act, of 1986. o The lake is rich in biodiversity and has been designated as a wetland of international importance under the RAMSAR Convention in 1990.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Information\"><\/span><strong>Additional Information<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bhitarkanika_National_Park\"><\/span><strong>Bhitarkanika National Park<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is a sizable national park that spans 145 km2 (56 sq mi) and is located in the Kendrapara district of Odisha, in eastern India.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was designated on September 16th, 1998, and was given Ramsar site status on August 19th, 2002.&nbsp;<\/li><li>After Chilika Lake, the area has been named the second Ramsar site in the State.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The national park is home to many different types of flora and animals, including the saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus), Indian python, king cobra, black ibis, and darters.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keoladeo_Ghana_National_Park\"><\/span><strong>Keoladeo Ghana National Park<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, it is a well-known avifauna sanctuary in Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India, where hundreds of birds live, especially during the winter. There are known residents of more than 230 bird species.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is also a significant tourist destination, attracting a large number of ornithologists during the hibernation season.&nbsp;<\/li><li>In 1971, it was designated as a protected refuge.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a World Heritage Site as well. The park is the only location with rich foliage and trees in a region with low vegetation.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sultanpur_National_Park\"><\/span><strong>Sultanpur National Park<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is located on the Gurgaon-Farrukh Nagar route in the Haryana district of Gurgaon. The park is roughly 50 km from Delhi and 15 km from Gurgaon away.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Birds have been drawn to Sultanpur Jheel for more than a century. But the potential of this wetland wasn&#8217;t brought up in official circles until 1969, at the Conference of the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) in New Delhi.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q10_Which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct_regarding_National_Innovation_Foundation-India_NIF\"><\/span>Q10: Which of the following statements is\/are correct regarding National Innovation Foundation-India (NIF)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>NIF is an autonomous body of the Department of Science and Technology under the Central Government.<\/li><li>NIF is an initiative to strengthen the highly advanced scientific research in India\u2019s premier scientific institutions in collaboration with highly advanced foreign scientific institutions.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Both 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 only.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Innovation_Foundation\"><\/span><strong>National Innovation Foundation<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It is an\u202fautonomous body\u202fset up in March 2000 with the assistance of the\u202fDepartment of Science and Technology\u202funder the\u202fCentral Government at Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Hence,\u202fStatement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Since then, it has been actively engaged in promoting creativity and innovation in society.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is India&#8217;s national initiative to\u202fstrengthen grassroots technological innovations and outstanding traditional knowledge. Hence,\u202fStatement 2 is not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It has taken major initiatives to serve the knowledge-rich but economically poor people of the country.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is committed to making India innovative by documenting, adding value, protecting the IPR of contemporary unaided technological innovators as well as of outstanding traditional knowledge-holders and disseminating their innovations on a non-commercial and commercial basis.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Its mission is to help India become a creative and knowledge-based society by expanding policy and institutional space for grassroots technology.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q11_What_can_be_the_impact_of_excessiveinappropriate_use_of_nitrogenous_fertilizers_in_agriculture\"><\/span>Q11: What can be the impact of excessive\/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in agriculture?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Proliferation of nitrogen-fixing microorganisms in soil can occur.<\/li><li>Increase in the acidity of soil can take place.<\/li><li>Leaching of nitrate to the ground-water can occur<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 2 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_and_3_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>2 and 3 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>More nitrogen\u202fin the soil leads to\u202fless\u202fneed for nitrogen-fixing bacteria.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Less nitrogen-fixing bacteria are required when there is more nitrogen in the soil.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Increasing the amount of nitrogen-based fertilizer does not lead to more micro-organisms in the field. Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Nitrogen fertilizers break down into nitrates and travel easily through the soil. Because it is water-soluble and can remain in groundwater for decades, the addition of more nitrogen over the years has an accumulative effect.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The application of nitrogenous fertilisers excessively or improperly raises the soil&#8217;s acidity and causes nitrate to leach into the groundwater. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Fertilizers are used in agriculture to increase nutrient inputs to soils, which affects the pH level.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The uncharged urea molecule ([CO(NH2)2]0), the cation ammonium (NH4+), and the anion nitrate (NO3-) are three different types of nitrogen molecules that alter soil pH.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Acidity is produced or consumed during the conversion of nitrogen from one form to another, and plant uptake of urea, ammonium, or nitrate will also have an impact on the soil&#8217;s acidity.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The leaching process causes these substances to deposit underground. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q12_With_reference_to_the_International_Union_for_Conservation_of_Nature_and_Natural_Resources_IUCN_and_the_Convention_on_International_Trade_in_Endangered_Species_of_Wild_Fauna_and_Flora_CITES_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>Q12: With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN. and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which of the following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>IUCN is an organ of the United Nations and CITES is an international agreement between governments.<\/li><li>IUCN runs thousands of field projects around the world to better manage natural environments.<\/li><li>CITES is legally binding on the States that have joined it, but this Convention does not take the place of national laws.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only%E2%80%AF\"><\/span>The correct answer is <strong>2 and 3 only<\/strong>.\u202f&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"International_Union_for_Conservation_of_Nature_and_Natural_Resources%E2%80%AFIUCN\"><\/span><strong>International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources\u202f(IUCN)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It\u202fis a\u202fnetwork of\u202fenvironmental\u202forganizations\u202ffounded as the\u202fInternational Union for the Protection of Nature in October 1948 in Fontainebleau, France.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is the only international observer organization in the UN General Assembly with expertise in issues concerning the environment, specifically biodiversity, nature conservation and sustainable natural resource use. Hence,\u202fStatement 1 is not correct<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It\u202f<strong>promotes nature conservation and the ecologically sustainable use of natural resources.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It changed its name to the<strong>\u202fInternational Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) in 1956<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is composed of both government and civil society organizations which harness the experience and resources.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Headquarters<\/strong>:\u202f<strong>Gland<\/strong>, Switzerland.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It maintains the\u202f<strong>IUCN Red List of Threatened Species<\/strong>, which was\u202festablished in\u202f<strong>1964<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It also played a<strong>\u202ffundamental role in the creation of key international conventions<\/strong>, including the<strong>\u202fRamsar Convention on Wetlands<\/strong>\u202f(1971), the\u202f<strong>World Heritage Convention<\/strong>\u202f(1972), the\u202f<strong>Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species<\/strong>, (1974), and\u202f<strong>the Convention on Biological Diversity\u202f<\/strong>(1992),\u202f<strong>UNFCCC<\/strong>, etc.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The IUCN\u2019s activities are organized into severa<strong>l theme-based programs<\/strong>\u202franging from\u202f<strong>business<\/strong>\u202fand\u202f<strong>biodiversity<\/strong>\u202fto<strong>\u202fforest preservation<\/strong>\u202fto\u202f<strong>water and wetlands conservation,\u202fclimate change, conservation, poverty reduction,<\/strong>\u202fetc.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>The IUCN\u2019s\u202f<strong>funding\u202f<\/strong>comes from\u202f<strong>several governments, agencies, foundations, member organizations, and corporations.<\/strong> <strong>Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Convention_on_International_Trade_in_Endangered_Species_of_Wild_Fauna_and_Flora_CITES\"><\/span><strong>The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is an international agreement between governments, that entered into force in 1975.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Currently, 176 countries are parties to CITES.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>CITES is administered through the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The CITES programme ensures compliance with and implementation and enforcement of the convention.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Although CITES is legally binding on state parties to the convention but does not take the place of national laws<\/strong>, rather it provides a framework to be respected by each Party, which has to adopt its domestic legislation to ensure that CITES is implemented at the national level\u202fto implement its goals. <strong>Hence,<\/strong>\u202f<strong>Statement 3 is correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q13_The_Fair_and_Remunerative_Price_FRP_of_sugarcane_is_approved_by_the\"><\/span>Q13: The Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP. of sugarcane is approved by the<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Directorate of Marketing and Inspection, Ministry of Agriculture<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Agricultural Produce Market Committee<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_option%E2%80%AF1\"><\/span>The correct answer is option\u202f<strong>1<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fair_and_Remunerative_Price_FRP_of_sugarcane%E2%80%AF\"><\/span><strong>Fair and Remunerative Price\u2019 (FRP) of sugarcane<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>With the amendment of the Sugarcane (Control) Order, 1966 on 22nd October 2009, the concept of Statutory Minimum Price (SMP) of sugarcane was replaced with the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane for 2009-10 and subsequent sugar seasons.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The cane price announced by the Central Government is decided based on the recommendations of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) after consulting the State governments and associations of the sugar industry and approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs. Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is based on the recommendation of the Commission of Agricultural Costs &amp; Prices (CACP) as per its report\u202fon the price policy for sugarcane for a season.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The \u2018FRP\u2019 of sugarcane is determined under\u202f<strong>Sugarcane (Control) Order, 1966<\/strong>\u202funiformly applicable all over the country.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Determination of FRP is\u202fin the interest of sugarcane growers keeping in view their entitlement to a fair and remunerative price for their products.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q14_What_explains_the_eastward_flow_of_the_equatorial_counter-current\"><\/span>Q14: What explains the eastward flow of the equatorial counter-current?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) The Earth\u2019s rotation on its axis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Convergence of the two equatorial currents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Difference in salinity of water<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Occurrence of the belt of calm near the equator<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The%E2%80%AFequatorial_counter_currents\"><\/span><strong>The\u202fequatorial counter currents<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Two equatorial currents are flowing from the East to West direction around the Equator-North Equatorial and South Equatorial Current.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>A counter-equatorial current flow in the opposite direction (i.e., from West to East).&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The convergence of the two equatorial currents explains the eastward flow of the equatorial counter-current. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>There is a high piling of waters taking place due to the convergence of this to West moving currents near the Eastern Brazil Coast.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This leads to the rise of the equatorial counter-current in the direction of low levels of water (i.e., in the Eastern part).&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Our Earth rotates from West to East hence, the piled-up water comes down on its Eastern side and flows in the Eastern direction.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is driven by a distinct surface wind pattern<\/strong>\u202fin the\u202f<strong>tropics.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Strong westward trade winds result in westward surface flow\u202f<\/strong>in most of the\u202f<strong>tropical Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>However, several hundred mi. (km.)\u202f<strong>north of the equator<\/strong>, the<strong>\u202fwinds are much weaker<\/strong>, in comparison&nbsp;<\/li><li>The\u202f<strong>stronger winds to the south pile up water where the winds are weak<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>As a result, the<strong>\u202fsurface of the ocean can be up to 6 in.<\/strong>\u202f(15 cm.) higher and the\u202f<strong>thermocline<\/strong>\u202fas much as 328 ft. (100 m.) deeper than it is directly to the north.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The\u202f<strong>intensity of the equatorial counter-current varies from season to season and from month to month<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The\u202f<strong>strongest seasonal changes occur in the Atlantic Ocean.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q15_Consider_the_following_pairs\"><\/span>Q15: Consider the following pairs:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pace of Pilgrimage Location<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Srisailam : Nallamala Hills<\/li><li>Omkareshwar : Satmala Hills<\/li><li>Pushkar : Mahadeo Hills<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above is\/are correctly matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 1, 2 and.3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_option%E2%80%AF1_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is option\u202f<strong>1 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Srisailam\"><\/span><strong>Srisailam<\/strong>:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>In Andhra Pradesh, on the flat summit of the Nallamala Hills, is the shrine of Lord Mallikarjuna known as Srisailam. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Temple, also known as Srisailam Temple, is a Hindu shrine to the goddesses Parvati and Shiva.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This temple is one of the eighteen Shakti Peethas of goddess Parvati and one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The lingam is a representation of Shiva, who is worshipped as Mallikarjuna.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Bhramaramba is a representation of Parvati.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Omkareshwar\"><\/span><strong>Omkareshwar<\/strong>:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It is situated on the\u202fMandhata\u202fhills in\u202fMadhya Pradesh\u202f(ancient name:\u202fShivpuri). Hence,\u202fstatement 2 is not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Its name, Omkareshwar, comes from the way the River Narmada flows here as it circles the Mandhata hill in the shape of an Om.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Omkareshwar is a Hindu temple where the god Shiva is worshipped.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is one of Shiva&#8217;s 12 cherished Jyotirlinga shrines.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pushkar\"><\/span><strong>Pushkar<\/strong>:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The\u202fMahadeo\u202fHills are a range of hills in\u202fMadhya Pradesh\u202fstate of central India.<\/strong> Hence,\u202f<strong>statement 3\u202fis not correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It lies in Ajmer, Rajasthan.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is famous for the<strong>\u202fred-spired Brahma Temple<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is located on the shore of<strong>\u202fPushkar Lake<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q16_With_reference_to_Rowlatt_Satyagraha_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>Q16: With reference to Rowlatt Satyagraha, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Rowlatt Act was based on the recommendations of the \u2018Sedition Committee\u2019.<\/li><li>In Rowlatt Satyagraha, Gandhiji tried to utilize the Home Rule League.<\/li><li>Demonstrations against the arrival of the Simon Commission coincided with Rowlatt Satyagraha.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 1 and 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 2 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_2_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 2 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>In 1918, with Mr Justice Rowlatt, an English judge, as its president, the Rowlatt committee was a Sedition Committee appointed by the British Indian Government. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The committee&#8217;s objective was to evaluate political terrorism in India, in particular in Bengal and Punjab.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Gandhi tried to use three types of political networks in organising his satyagraha &#8211; the Home Rule Leagues, certain pan-Islamist groups and a satyagraha sabha that he started on 24 February in Bombay. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Points\"><\/span><strong>Additional Points<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Simon_Commission\"><\/span><strong>Simon Commission<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms and Government of India Act, 1919 had a provision that a commission would be appointed ten years from the date to study the progress of the government scheme and suggest new steps. Hence, Statement 3 is not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>An all-white, seven-member Indian Statutory Commission, popularly known as the Simon Commission was set up by the British government under Stanley Baldwin\u2019s prime ministership on November 8, 1927.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The commission was to recommend to the British government whether India was ready for further constitutional reforms and along what lines.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q17_Among_the_following_which_were_frequently_mentioned_in_the_news_for_the_outbreak_of_Ebola_virus_recently\"><\/span>Q17: Among the following, which were frequently mentioned in the news for the outbreak of Ebola virus recently?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Syria and Jordan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Philippines and Papua New Guinea<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Jamaica, Haiti and Surinam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ebola_virus_disease_EVD\"><\/span><strong>Ebola virus disease (EVD)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Formerly known as\u202f<strong>Ebola haemorrhagic fever<\/strong> is a severe, often fatal illness affecting humans and other primates.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is transmitted to people from wild animals (such as fruit bats, porcupines and non-human primates) and then spreads in the human population through direct contact with the blood, secretions, organs or other bodily fluids of infected people, and with surfaces and materials (e.g. bedding, clothing) contaminated with these fluids.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>The average <strong>Ebola virus disease<\/strong> case fatality rate is around 50%. Case fatality rates have varied from 25% to 90% in past outbreaks.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>The first <strong>Ebola virus disease<\/strong> outbreaks occurred in remote villages in Central Africa, near tropical rainforests.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>The 2014\u20132016 outbreak in West Africa was the largest and most complex Ebola outbreak since the virus was first discovered in 1976.\u202fThere were more cases and deaths in this outbreak than in all others combined.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It causes haemorrhagic fever was detected on 23 March 2014 in Guinea. More than 80 persons have been detected to have been infected with the Ebola virus. Out of this 59 people from Sierra Leone and Liberia have died. This marks the first time an outbreak among humans has been detected. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q18_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98fly_ash_produced_by_the_power_plants_using_coal_as_fuel_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>Q18: With reference to \u2018fly ash\u2019 produced by the power plants using coal as fuel, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Fly ash can be used in the production of bricks for building construction.<\/li><li>Fly ash can be used as a replacement for some of the Portland cement contents of concrete.<\/li><li>Fly ash is made up of silicon dioxide and calcium oxide only, and does not contain any toxic elements.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fly_ash%E2%80%AF\"><\/span><strong>Fly ash<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It is the finely divided residue that results from the combustion of pulverised coal and is transported from the combustion chamber by exhaust gases.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is produced by coal-fired electric and steam-generating plants.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is\u202fused annually in a variety of engineering applications that\u202finclude: Portland cement concrete (PCC), soil and road base stabilization, flowable fills, grouts, structural fill and asphalt filler.\u202fHence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Portland cement, Embankment, Soil stabilization, Flowable fill, Asphalt concrete, Geopolymers, Roller compacted concrete, Bricks, Metal matrix composites, Waste treatment and stabilization, Catalyst.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Fly_Ash\"><\/span><strong>Benefits of Fly Ash<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>extending the lifespan of concrete structures and roadways by enhancing concrete durability, Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>a decrease in energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and other harmful air emissions when fly ash is utilised in place of or in addition to made cement,&nbsp;<\/li><li>a decrease in the volume of coal combustion waste that must be dumped in landfills, and&nbsp;<\/li><li>protection of other materials and natural resources.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It consists primarily of oxides of silicon, aluminium iron and calcium. Magnesium, potassium, sodium, titanium, and sulphur are also present to a lesser degree.\u202fHence, Statement 3 is not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q19_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98dugong_a_mammal_found_in_India_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>Q19: With reference to \u2018dugong\u2019, a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is a herbivorous marine animal.<\/li><li>It is found along the, entire coast of India.<\/li><li>It is given legal protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection. Act, 1972.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 3 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dugong\"><\/span><strong>Dugong<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It is also called \u2018Sea Cow\u2019 and is one of the four surviving species in the Order Sirenia.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is the only existing species of herbivorous mammal that lives exclusively in the sea including in India.\u202fHence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is protected in India and occurs in the Gulf of Mannar, Palk Bay, Gulf of Kutch and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>The skin of &#8216;dugong&#8217; is thick and covered everywhere with fine hair which gives a prickly appearance in certain lights.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>They live in shallow, sheltered coastal waters where they feed upon sea-grasses and algae (herbivorous).&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>At present, three areas of the Indian coast have a population of dugongs -the Gulf of Kutch, the Gulf of Mannar, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is given legal protection under\u202fSchedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Vulnerable in IUCN Red List. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>As in the Andaman Islands, the dugong has almost disappeared. They were hunted by mainland settlers for their meats and oil, and have also suffered from a loss of natural habitat (sea- grass beds). <strong>Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q20_Who_of_the_following_waswere_economic_critic_critics_of_colonialism_in_India\"><\/span>Q20: Who of the following was\/were economic critic\/ critics of colonialism in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Dadabhai Naoroji<\/li><li>G. Subramania Iyer<\/li><li>R. C. Dut<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 1 and 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 2 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_2_and_3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1, 2, and 3<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moderates_Leaders_of_the_Indian_National_Congress\"><\/span><strong>Moderates Leaders of the Indian National Congress<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The early leaders of the Indian national movement, known as the Moderates, were the first in the 19th century to create an economic criticism of colonialism.<\/strong> This critique was firmly anchored in an awareness of the nature and character of colonial economic dominance and exploitation.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>They use popular lectures, booklets, newspapers, dramas, songs, and Prabhat pheries to spread awareness of nationalist agitation.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>After 1860, as their expectations for India&#8217;s social development were not met<\/strong>, they started to see that, despite gradual and halting progress in different directions, the nation as a whole was under- and regressing.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Three names stand out among the large number of Indians who initiated and carried out the economic analysis of British rule during the years\u202f<strong>1870-1905<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Dadabhao Naoroji, RC Dutt, G.V. Joshi, G. Subramaniya Iyer, G.K. Gokhale, Prithwis Chandra Ray,\u202fand hundreds of other political workers and journalists analyzed every aspect of the economy and subjected the entire range of economic issues and colonial economic policies to minute scrutiny. Hence, Option 4 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>They posed basic questions regarding the nature and purpose of British rule.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They were able to follow the process of the colonialization of the Indian economy and conclude that colonialism was the principal hurdle to India&#8217;s economic progress.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q21_Which_one_of_the_following_issues_the_%E2%80%98Global_Economic_Prospects_report_periodically\"><\/span>Q21: Which one of the following issues the \u2018Global Economic Prospects\u2019 report periodically?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) The Asian Development Bank<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) The US Federal Reserve Bank<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) The World Bank<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 4<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Global_Economic_Prospects\"><\/span><strong>Global Economic Prospects<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is a\u202f<strong>World Bank Group flagship report.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This report\u202f<strong>examines global economic developments and prospects<\/strong>, with a\u202f<strong>special focus on emerging markets and developing economies<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This is issued\u202f<strong>twice a year<\/strong>, in\u202f<strong>January\u202f<\/strong>and\u202f<strong>June<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The January edition features an in-depth analysis of current policy issues, while the June edition contains shorter analytical articles.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Commodity Markets Outlook is now available as a separate report, which is also part of this collection.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q22_When_the_Reserve_Bank_of_India_reduces_the_Statutory_Liquidity_Ratio_by_50_basis_points_which_of_the_following_is_likely_to_happen\"><\/span>Q22: When the Reserve Bank of India reduces the Statutory Liquidity Ratio by 50 basis points, which of the following is likely to happen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) India\u2019s GDP growth rate increases drastically<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Foreign Institutional Investors may bring more capital into our country<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Scheduled Commercial Banks may cut their lending rates<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) It may drastically reduce the liquidity to the banking, system<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 3<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statutory_liquidity_ratio_SLR\"><\/span><strong>Statutory liquidity ratio (SLR)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It<\/strong>\u202fis the reserve requirement that\u202f<strong>commercial banks<\/strong>\u202fare required to maintain in the form of\u202f<strong>cash<\/strong>,\u202f<strong>gold reserves<\/strong>,\u202f<strong>PSU Bonds<\/strong>, and\u202f<strong>RBI-approved securities<\/strong>\u202fbefore providing credit to the customers.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>If\u202fSLR\u202fis\u202freduced, commercial banks\u202fcan use\u202fmore money\u202fto\u202flend\u202fto their customers. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>When the lending rate is\u202f<strong>reduced\u202f<\/strong>by the bank to some extent, their profitability\u202f<strong>won&#8217;t be hampered in case of a reduction in the SLR rate.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Reduction<\/strong>\u202fin\u202fthe\u202f<strong>Statutory liquidity ratio (SLR)<\/strong>\u202fis done by\u202f<strong>RBI<\/strong>\u202fto\u202f<strong>increase liquidity<\/strong>\u202fin the market.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This is a tool to\u202f<strong>manage the inflation rate.<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q23_With_reference_to_the_use_of_nano-technology_in_health_sector_which_of_the_following_statements_is_are_correct\"><\/span>Q23: With reference to the use of nano-technology in health sector, which of the following statements is\/ are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Targeted drug delivery is made possible by nanotechnology.<\/li><li>Nanotechnology can largely contribute to gene therapy.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Both 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFBoth_1_and_2-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Both 1 and 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nanotechnology\"><\/span><strong>Nanotechnology<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It\u202f<\/strong>is the\u202f<strong>development<\/strong>\u202fand the\u202f<strong>use of techniques to study physical phenomena<\/strong>\u202fand\u202f<strong>develop new devices and material structures<\/strong>\u202fin the\u202f<strong>physical size range from 1 to 100 nanometres\u202f<\/strong>(nm).&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>1 nanometre is equal to one billionth of a meter.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This technology has an i<strong>mpact on almost all sectors of the economy<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The research on nanotechnology covers\u202fmany fields like\u202f<strong>health, food, computing, textile, energy, transport, space, agriculture<\/strong>, etc.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It has\u202f<strong>different biological properties<\/strong>\u202ffrom large-sized systems.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Its biological property could be used effectively to\u202fovercome problems in drug and gene therapy. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>In\u202fdrug therapy, we face the\u202fproblems of inefficacy or nonspecific effects; hence, nano systems are being developed for\u202ftargeted drug therapy. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The primary challenges in non-viral gene therapy are relatively temporary gene expression and lower effectiveness than viral vectors.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Research efforts have concentrated on understanding the barriers in gene delivery so that non-viral systems that are as successful as viral systems in gene transfection can be established.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q24_In_India_markets_in_agricultural_products_are_regulated_under_the\"><\/span>Q24: In, India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Essential Commodities Act, 1955<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Agricultural Produce Market Committee Act enacted by States<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Agricultural Produce (Grading and Marking. Act, 1937<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Food Products Order, 1956 and Meat and Food Products Order, 1973<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-5\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Agricultural_Produce_Market_Committee\"><\/span><strong>Agricultural Produce Market Committee:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The notified agricultural produce and livestock are regulated by the State Government.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Agriculture is included as a state subject in Schedule 7 of the Indian Constitution.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The entire geographical region of the State is divided and declared as a market area (Yard Mandis), with the markets controlled by Market Committees formed by the State Governments. Therefore, In, India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the Agricultural Produce Market Committee. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>No individual or organisation is permitted to engage in wholesale marketing operations after a certain area is designated as a market area and comes under the purview of a Market Committee.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To transact, buyers must also get unique licences from each APMC.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a component of government policy aimed at ensuring food security, paying farmers a fair price, and providing fair prices to consumers.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q25_Which_one_of_the_following_is_the_national_aquatic_animal_of_India\"><\/span>Q25: Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Saltwater crocodile<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Olive ridley turtle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Gangetic dolphin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Gharial<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 3<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gangetic_Dolphin\"><\/span><strong>Gangetic Dolphin<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It is the National Aquatic Animal of India. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It<\/strong>\u202f<strong>represents the purity of the river Ganga<\/strong>\u202fas it can only\u202f<strong>survive in pure and fresh water<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The\u202fMinistry of Environment and Forests\u202fnotified\u202fthe\u202fGanges River Dolphin\u202fas the\u202fNational Aquatic Animal on 18th\u202fMay 2010.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Scientific\u202fname of the Gangetic Dolphin is Platanista gangetica.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>This is\u202fone of the five river dolphins found in the world.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is locally known as\u202fSusu, because of the\u202fnoise they make while breathing.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It inhabits parts of the\u202fGanges, Meghna, and Brahmaputra\u202frivers in\u202fIndia, Nepal, Bhutan, and Bangladesh, and the Karnaphuli River in Bangladesh.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This is a\u202fcritically endangered species\u202fin\u202fIndia\u202fand therefore, has been included in\u202fSchedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, of 1972.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is\u202flisted as Endangered on IUCN red list. The species is\u202flisted under Appendix I of CITES.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>To conserve these endangered dolphins by\u202fthe Wildlife Institute of India.\u202f(\u201cDevelopment of conservation action plan for Dolphins\u201d in 2016.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_Congress_Socialist_Party_consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>Q: With reference to Congress Socialist Party, consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It advocated the boycott of British goods and evasion of taxes.<\/li><li>It wanted to establish the dictatorship of proletariat.<\/li><li>It advocated separate electorate for minorities and oppressed classes.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 and 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) None<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 4<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Congress_Socialist_Party%E2%80%AF\"><\/span><strong>Congress Socialist Party\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It belonged to a left-leaning faction in Congress.&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>In 1934, it was established with Jay Prakash Narayan as general secretary and Acharya Narendra Deva as president.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Important characteristics included constant and militant anti-imperialism, anti-landlordism, worker and peasant organisation in trade unions and Kisan sabhas,<\/strong> endorsement of a socialist vision of independent India and the socialist goal of economic and social transformation of society.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>They preferred the tactics taken by Congress.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>1st and 2nd statements can be related to radical communism in India from 1920 to 40. 3rd statement cannot be related to Congress Socialist Party.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>This party believed in Marxist ideas, Gandhism, liberal democracy, and western social democracy.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>They owe their allegiance to the Indian National Congress (INC), and to build a strong foundation for Congress, they collaborated with the Bourgeois or Middle Class and brought in labourers and peasants.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Demands include the abolition of capitalism, the zamindari system, and princely states as well as the inclusion of radical socioeconomic initiatives for the improvement of disadvantaged groups in the work programme of the Congress.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or to amend a Money Bill.<\/li><li>The Rajya Sabha cannot vote on the Demands for Grants.<\/li><li>The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 1 and 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 2 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_2_only-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 2 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The powers and status of the Rajya Sabha are unequal to that of the Lok Sabha in the following matters:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>A Money Bill can be introduced only in the Lok Sabha and not in the Rajya Sabha, i.e., after being passed by the Lok Sabha, the Money Bill<\/strong> <strong>passes on to the Rajya Sabha<\/strong> which has the following options:&nbsp;<\/li><li>Pass the Bill in the original form.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Take no action for 14 days, i.e., Rajya Sabha cannot amend or reject a Money Bill. It should return the Bill to the Lok Sabha with or without any recommendations within 14 days.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Lock Sabha has sole authority to accept or reject all or any of the cases, the Money Bill is deemed to have been passed by the two Houses.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Final Power to decide whether a particular Bill is a Money Bill or not is vested in the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Rajya Sabha can only discuss the Annual Financial Statement but cannot vote on the demands for Grants, which is the exclusive privilege of the Lok Sabha.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Hence, statements 1 and 2 only are correct here.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_Government_of_India_Act_of_1919_clearly_defined\"><\/span>Q: The Government of India Act of 1919 clearly defined<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) The separation of power between the judiciary and the legislature<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) The jurisdiction of the central and provincial governments<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) The powers of the Secretary of State for India and Viceroy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) None of the above<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_2\"><\/span>The correct answer is <strong>Option 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_of_India_Act_of_1919%E2%80%AF\"><\/span><strong>Government of India Act of 1919\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It was passed in 1919 and went into effect in 1921.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is also known as the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms (Montagu was the Secretary of State for India and Lord Chelmsford was the Viceroy of India).<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It delineated and separated the central and provincial topics, easing central control over the provinces. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The national and provincial legislatures were given the authority to pass laws on the issues on their respective lists.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The government&#8217;s organisational structure remained centralised and unitary.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The provincial subjects were further separated into two categories: transferred and reserved.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Governor was to oversee the transferred subjects with the assistance of Ministers answerable to the legislative council.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Governor and his executive council were to handle the restricted topics without reporting to the legislative council. This dual governing structure was known as &#8216;dyarchy,&#8217; a term derived from the Greek word diarchy, which means &#8220;dual rule.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It established bicameralism and direct elections in the country for the first time.&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>A bicameral legislature made up of an Upper House (Council of State) and a Lower House took the role of the Indian Legislative Council (Legislative Assembly).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_brings_out_the_%E2%80%98Consumer_Price_Index_Number_for_Industrial_Workers\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following brings out the \u2018Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial Workers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) The Reserve Bank of India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) The Department of Economic Affairs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) The Labour Bureau<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) The Department of Personnel and Training<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 3<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consumer_Price_Index_Numbers_for_Industrial_Workers\"><\/span><strong>Consumer Price Index Numbers for Industrial Workers<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It<\/strong>\u202fis designed to\u202f<strong>measure a change over time in prices of a given basket of goods and services<\/strong>\u202fconsumed by a defined population (i.e.\u202f<strong>Industrial Workers<\/strong>).&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is compiled for<strong>\u202fIndustrial Workers residing in 70 centres of industrial importance\u202f<\/strong>in the country.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is\u202f<strong>compiled and released every month based on the weights derived from the working-Class Family Income and Expenditure Survey<\/strong>\u202fand the\u202f<strong>current prices of the selected items collected from 226 markets spread over 70 centres.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Based on these centre indices the\u202f<strong>All-India index<\/strong>, which is a\u202f<strong>weighted average<\/strong>, is derived.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Labour Bureau compiles\u202fand\u202freleases indices\u202fto meet the specific requirements of the Index users of the respective states. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_In_the_context_of_modem_scientific_research_consider_the_following_statements_about_%E2%80%98IceCube_a_particle_detector_located_at_South_Pole_which_was_recently_in_the_news\"><\/span>Q: In the context of modem scientific research, consider the following statements about \u2018IceCube\u2019, a particle detector located at South Pole, which was recently in the news:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is the world\u2019s largest neutrino detector, encompassing a cubic kilometre of ice.<\/li><li>It is a powerful telescope to search for dark matter.<\/li><li>It is buried deep in the ice.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-5\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 3<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consumer_Price_Index_Numbers_for_Industrial_Workers-2\"><\/span><strong>Consumer Price Index Numbers for Industrial Workers<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It<\/strong>\u202fis designed to\u202f<strong>measure a change over time in prices of a given basket of goods and services<\/strong>\u202fconsumed by a defined population (i.e.\u202f<strong>Industrial Workers<\/strong>).&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is compiled for<strong>\u202fIndustrial Workers residing in 70 centres of industrial importance\u202f<\/strong>in the country.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is\u202f<strong>compiled and released every month based on the weights derived from the working-Class Family Income and Expenditure Survey<\/strong>\u202fand the\u202f<strong>current prices of the selected items collected from 226 markets spread over 70 centres.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Based on these centre indices the\u202f<strong>All-India index<\/strong>, which is a\u202f<strong>weighted average<\/strong>, is derived.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Labour Bureau compiles\u202fand\u202freleases indices\u202fto meet the specific requirements of the Index users of the respective states. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_terms_%E2%80%98Agreement_on_Agriculture_%E2%80%98Agreement_on_the_Application_of_Sanitary_and_Phytosanitary_Measures_and_%E2%80%98Peace_Clause_appear_in_the_news_frequently_in_the_context_of_the_affairs_of_the\"><\/span>Q: The terms \u2018Agreement on Agriculture\u2019, \u2018Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures\u2019 and \u2018Peace Clause\u2019 appear in the news frequently in the context of the affairs of the<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Food and Agriculture Organization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) United Nations Framework Conference on Climate Change<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) World Trade Organization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) United Nations Environment Programme<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-6\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 3<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"World_Trade_Organisation_WTO\"><\/span><strong>World Trade Organisation (WTO)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The terms &#8216;Agreement on Agriculture&#8217;, &#8216;Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures&#8217; and &#8216;Peace Clause&#8217; appear in the news frequently in the context of the affairs of the\u202fWorld Trade Organisation.\u202fHence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It\u202fis the only\u202fglobal international organization\u202fdealing with the\u202frules of trade between nations.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was established by\u202fUruguay Round negotiations\u202f(1986-94) with a membership of\u202f164\u202fmembers representing\u202f98 per cent of world trade.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>WTO was established on\u202f1 January 1995\u202fwith its headquarters in\u202fGeneva, Switzerland.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>\u200bIts agreements are often called the\u202fFinal Act of the Uruguay Round of Multilateral Trade Negotiations, signed in\u202fMarrakesh, Morocco on 15 April 1994.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It\u202fsuperseded the GATT\u202fas the umbrella organization for international trade.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98Near_Field_Communication_NFC_Technology_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>Q: With reference to \u2018Near Field Communication (NFC)  Technology, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is a contactless communication technology that uses electromagnetic radio fields.<\/li><li>NFC is designed for use by devices which can be at a distance of even a metre from each other.<\/li><li>NFC can use encryption when sending sensitive information.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 and 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 3 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Near_Field_Communication%E2%80%AFNFC\"><\/span><strong>Near Field Communication<\/strong>\u202f(NFC)&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It is a\u202fcontactless communication technology\u202fbased on\u202fan electromagnetic radio frequency\u202f(RF). Hence,\u202fStatement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It uses\u202fa\u202fbase frequency of 13.56 MHz.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is perfectly\u202fdesigned to exchange data between two devices through a simple touch gesture.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is designed for\u202fan operating distance of a few centimetres.\u202fHence,\u202fStatement 2\u202fis incorrect.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This makes it more\u202fdifficult for attackers to record the communication as compared to other wireless technologies\u202fwhich have a working distance of several meters.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It can use encryption when sending sensitive information. Hence, Statement is 3 is correct.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_area_known_as_%E2%80%98Golan_Heights_sometimes_appears_in_the_news_in_the_context_of_the_events_related_to\"><\/span>Q: The area known as \u2018Golan Heights\u2019 sometimes appears in the news in the context of the events related to<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Central Asia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Middle East<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) South-East Asia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Central Africa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-6\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Golan_Heights\"><\/span><strong>Golan Heights<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It is a hilly, 1,200 sq-km\u202frocky plateau\u202fin\u202fsouth-western Syria\u202fin the\u202fMiddle East region\u202foverlooking\u202fLebanon, Syria, and the Jordan Valley. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It<strong>\u202f<\/strong>was\u202f<strong>Syrian\u202f<\/strong>territory until\u202f<strong>1967<\/strong>\u202fwhen Israel occupied it in the closing stages of the Six-Day War.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>During the fighting, the majority of the local Syrian Arabs evacuated the area. An armistice line was drawn, the area came under Israeli military administration, and Israel started settling the Golan Heights rather quickly.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>During 1973 Arab-Israeli or Middle East War, Syria attempted to reclaim the Golan Heights, and as a result, both nations negotiated an armistice in 1974.<\/strong> Since a UN observer force has been stationed on the ceasefire line.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Although the US Trump Administration did so unilaterally in March 2019, Israel unilaterally annexed the Golan Heights in 1981. This action was not recognised internationally, and UN Security Council Resolutions declared Israeli sovereignty over the region to be null and void pending negotiations with Syria.&nbsp;<\/li><li>There are Jewish communities, Druze (Arabs who follow an Islamic branch and many of them identify as Syrian), and a small number of Alawites (a branch of Shiite Islam, Syrian President Bashar Assad and key figures in his regime are Alawites).&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Convertibility_of_rupee_implies\"><\/span>Q: Convertibility of rupee implies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) being able to convert rupee notes into gold<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) allowing the value of rupee to be fixed by market forces<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) freely permitting the conversion of rupee to other currencies and vice versa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) developing an international market for currencies in India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-7\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 3<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The RBI used to regulate the exchange rate while converting Indian rupees into foreign money.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>A licenced dealer was required to buy all earned foreign currency.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To buy foreign currency, one had to have the central bank&#8217;s approval.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The fundamental intention behind this was to allocate the people&#8217;s earned foreign exchange under the government&#8217;s established priorities.&nbsp;<\/li><li>India is one of the nations that international investors like to invest in because it is now a fast-developing nation.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>India\u202fcould not restrict its foreign trade\u202fas It needs to grow further. So the\u202fgovernment has allowed the convertibility of the rupee\u202fin a phased manner\u202fon current account transactions.\u202fHence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>But full convertibility of currency for capital account transactions is still a distant dream.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_Pairs\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following Pairs:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Medieval Indian Present Region State<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Champaka : Central India<\/li><li>Durgara : Jammu<\/li><li>Kuluta : Malabar<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above pairs is\/ are correctly matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>2 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Champaka is the old name of Chamba which is in Himachal Pradesh, Kuluta is the old name of Kullu which is also in Himachal Pradesh and Durgara is in Jammu. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Medieval Indian State<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Present Region<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Champaka&nbsp;<\/td><td>Chamba&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Durgara&nbsp;<\/td><td>Jammu&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kuluta&nbsp;<\/td><td>Kullu&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Malwa&nbsp;<\/td><td>Central India&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kamarupa\u202f&nbsp;<\/td><td>Assam&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Trigarta\u202f&nbsp;<\/td><td>Jalandhar&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Utkala\u202f&nbsp;<\/td><td>Orissa&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Twipra&nbsp;<\/td><td>Tripura&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_rivers\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following rivers:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Vamsadhara<\/li><li>Indravati<\/li><li>Pranahita<\/li><li>Pennar<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above are tributaries of Godavari?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2, 3 and 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1, 2 and 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 2 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_and_3_only-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>2 and 3 only<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Indravati and Pranahita\u202fare the left-bank tributaries of the Godavari river. Therefore, Option 4 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Godavari\u200b<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It is the largest river in Peninsular India.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>This is also called\u202fDakshin Ganga.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Godavari covers the state of Maharastra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh,\u202fOdisha and parts of Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka and the Union Territory of Puducherry (Yanam) having a total area of ~ 3 lakh Sq.km.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It rises from Trimbakeshwar in the Nashik district of Maharashtra.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Left Bank Tributaries are<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>Dharna, Penganga, Wainganga, Wardha, Pranahita, Pench, Kanhan, Sabari, Indravati etc.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Right Bank Tributaries are:<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>Pravara, Mula, Manjra, Peddavagu, Maner etc.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"555\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-113.png\" alt=\"tributaries of Godavari\" class=\"wp-image-39188 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-113.png 850w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image-113-585x382.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 850px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 850\/555;\" \/><figcaption>tributaries of Godavari<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Points-2\"><\/span><strong>Additional Points<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vamshadhara\"><\/span><strong>Vamshadhara<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is an important east-flowing river between Rushikulya and Godavari, in\u202f<strong>Odisha and Andhra Pradesh.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It originates on the border of\u202f<strong>Thuamul Rampur in the Kalahandi district and Kalyansinghpur<\/strong>\u202fin the Rayagada district of Odisha&nbsp;<\/li><li>This runs for a distance of about<strong>\u202f254 kilometres<\/strong>, where it joins the Bay of Bengal at Kalingapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pennar\"><\/span><strong>Pennar<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It rises in the Chenna Kasava hill of the Nandidurg range, in the Chikkaballapura district of\u202f<strong>Karnataka\u202f<\/strong>and flows towards the east eventually draining into the Bay of Bengal.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The total length of the river from its origin to its outfall in the Bay of Bengal is<strong>\u202f597 km.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This river basin extends over the states of\u202f<strong>Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka<\/strong>\u202fhaving an area of ~55 thousand Sq.km.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_When_a_bill_is_referred_to_a_joint_sitting_of_both_the_Houses_of_the_Parliament_it_has_to_be_passed_by\"><\/span>Q: When a bill is referred to a joint sitting of both the Houses of the Parliament, it has to be passed by <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) a simple majority of members present and voting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) three-fourths majority of members present and voting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) two-thirds majority of the Houses<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) absolute majority of the Houses<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 1<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Joint_Sitting_of_Indian_Parliament\"><\/span><strong>Joint Sitting of Indian Parliament<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>According to\u202fArticle 108\u202fof the Constitution, the joint sitting of parliament is called by the President.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>When a bill is referred to as a joint sitting of both the Houses of Parliament, it has to be passed by a simple majority of members present and voting and a Joint Sitting is presided over by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha. Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is also held to resolve the deadlock over the passing of key legislation.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>The following bills can&#8217;t be referred to a joint sitting of Parliament.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Money bill under Article 110.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Constitution amendment bill under Article 368.&nbsp;<\/li><li>In the\u202fabsence of the speaker the Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha or his absence, the Deputy-Chairman of the Rajya Sabha presides over the joint session.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The Chairman of the upper house (vice president)\u202fdoesn&#8217;t preside over the joint session at any means\/cost.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_one_of_the_following_regions_of_Indian_has_a_combination_of_mangrove_forest_evergreen_forest_and_deciduous_forest\"><\/span>Q: Which one of the following regions of Indian has a combination of mangrove forest, evergreen forest and deciduous forest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) North Coastal Andhra Pradesh<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) South-West Bengal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Southern Saurashtra<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Andaman and Nicober Islands<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 4<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Andaman and Nicobar Islands are rich in biodiversity. Different types of forests as Tropical Evergreen forests Moist Deciduous forests Mangrove forests Littoral forests are found here. Hence, Option 4 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The South Andaman forests are home to epiphytic vegetation, primarily ferns and orchids.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Middle Andamans have moist deciduous woods, while the North Andamans have wet evergreen forests with many woody climbers.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The North Nicobar Islands (including Car Nicobar and Battimalv) are devoid of evergreen woods, but similar forests dominate the vegetation of the Nicobar group&#8217;s middle and southern islands.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Grasslands are only found in the Nicobars, but deciduous woods are prevalent in the Andamans. \u2022 Forests cover 86.2% of the total land area.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_kingdoms_were_associated_with_the_life_of_the_Buddha\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Avanti<\/li><li>Gandhara<\/li><li>Kosala<\/li><li>Magadha<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1, 3 and 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 3 and 4 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF3_and_4_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>3 and 4 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Buddha travelled\u202fthrough the towns and villages in the kingdoms of\u202f<strong>Kosala and Magadha<\/strong>\u202fteaching his philosophy.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Other regions where he wandered were\u202f<strong>Vaishali, Vajji<\/strong>, etc.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Jetavana (Jeta garden)\u202f<\/strong>was perhaps the best known among the beautiful gardens provided to Buddha\u2019s entourage and it was close to Sravasti, the capital of the<strong>\u202fKosala kingdom.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Perhaps the second-most important monastic resort of Buddha was the\u202f<strong>\u201cbamboo grove\u201d<\/strong>\u202fin\u202f<strong>Rajgriha, the capital of Magadha<\/strong>, provided by king Bimbisara.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Gandhara is not directly associated with the life of Buddha.&nbsp;<\/li><li>During the rule of Asoka Gandhara was influenced by Buddhist culture.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Avanti was not related to the life of Buddha.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Buddha belonged to the\u202f<strong>Shakya clan\u202f<\/strong>whose capital was Kapilavastu, and who were later annexed by the growing Kingdom of Kosala during the Buddha&#8217;s lifetime.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-test-series?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Blog-%20PTS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Prelims-Test-Series-eng-and-hindi-1280\u00d7330.svg\" alt=\"UPSC Prelims Mock Test - ECONOMY 2\" class=\"wp-image-24924\" width=\"779\" height=\"199\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_one_the_following_is_associated_with_the_issue_of_control_and_phasing_out_of_the_use_of_ozonedepleting_substances\"><\/span>Q: Which one the following is associated with the issue of control and phasing out of the use of ozonedepleting substances?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Bretton Woods Conference<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Montreal Protocol<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Kyoto Protocol<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Nagoya Protocol<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-7\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Montreal_Protocol\"><\/span><strong>The Montreal Protocol<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The Montreal Protocol on Compounds that Deplete the Ozone Layer is a global agreement aimed at preserving the ozone layer by gradually banning the manufacture of a variety of substances that are the cause of ozone depletion.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a protocol to the\u202f<strong>Vienna Convention\u202f<\/strong>for the Protection of the Ozone Layer.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was agreed on<strong>\u202f16th September 1987<\/strong>\u202fand entered into force on\u202f<strong>1st January 1989.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Information-2\"><\/span><strong>Additional Information<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Bretton Woods<\/strong>\u202fconference relates to the IMF and the World Bank.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Kyoto Protocol<\/strong>\u202fis about cutting emissions of greenhouse gases.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Nagoya protocol<\/strong>\u202fis about benefit-sharing from the gains of genetic resources.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"41_Consider_the_following\"><\/span>41. Consider the following:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_arrival_of_Babur_into_Indian_led_to_the\"><\/span>The arrival of Babur into Indian led to the<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>introduction of gunpowder in the subcontinent<\/li><li>introduction of the arch and dome in the region\u2019s architecture<\/li><li>establishment of Timurid dynasty in the region<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the correct answer using the code give below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 and 2 only<br>b) 3 only<br>c) 1 and 3 only<br>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF3_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>3 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Babur\"><\/span><strong>Babur<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>He established the Timurid dynasty in India<\/strong>.\u202f<strong>Hence statement\u202f3\u202fis correct.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>He was a descendant of the Timurid dynasty or clan of\u202f<strong>Turco-Mongol lineage<\/strong>, descended from the warlord Timur and led to the establishment of the Timurid dynasty in the region.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Mongols\u2019 invasion<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It led to the transmission of gunpowder and gunpowder weapons into India.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Chinese gunpowder technology is believed to have arrived in India by the mid-14th century but it was introduced much earlier by the Mongols.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>Mongols\u202fconquered both China and some borderlands of India, perhaps around the mid-13th century.&nbsp;<\/li><li>After the unification of a large Mongol Empire resulted in the free transmission of previously Chinese technology into Mongol-conquered parts of India.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is believed that the Mongols used Chinese gunpowder weapons during their invasions of India.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Therefore, It is believed that gun powder technology came much before the Mughal invasion. Hence\u202fStatement 1 is not correct.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Arch and dome in the region&#8217;s architecture were introduced by\u202f<strong>the Turks<\/strong>\u202fafter the invasion of\u202f<strong>Muhammad Ghori. Hence statement 2\u202fis not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"43_What_is_Rio20_Conference_often_mentioned_in_the_news\"><\/span>43. What is Rio+20 Conference, often mentioned in the<br>news?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) It is the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development<\/li><li>b) It is a Ministerial Meeting of the World Trade Organization<\/li><li>c) It is a Conference of the Inter-governmental Panel on Climate Change<\/li><li>d) It is a Conference of the Member Countries of the Convention on Biological Diversity<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 1<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Rio +20\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development, also known as &#8220;Rio+20,&#8221; was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in June 2012, twenty years after the historic Rio Earth Summit of 1992. Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>As it was 20 years to the summits of 1992 and 2012,\u202fit is referred to as Rio + 20.&nbsp;This conference aimed to bring together governments, international institutions and major (NGO) groups to agree on a range of smart measures for&nbsp;<\/li><li>Poverty reduction&nbsp;<\/li><li>Clean energy&nbsp;<\/li><li>Sustainable development.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Sustainable Development includes\u202f<strong>economic development, social development, and environmental protection.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>Consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Executive Power of the Union of India is vested in the Prime Minister.<\/li><li>The Prime Minister is the ex officio Chairman of the Civil Services Board.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_of_the_statements_given_above_isare_correct\"><\/span>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) 1 only<\/li><li>b) 2 only<\/li><li>c) Both 1 and 2<\/li><li>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFNeither_1_nor_2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Neither 1 nor 2<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Union&#8217;s executive power is vested in the President.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Article 53(1)\u202fof the constitution vests the executive power of the union in the President. Hence, Statement 1\u202fis not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It states that the President may exercise his authority either directly or through officers subordinate to him; ministers are considered officers subordinate to him for this purpose.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Council of Ministers has genuine executive power in the name of the President, and all executive decisions are made in the President&#8217;s name (Article 77).&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The Cabinet\u202fSecretary\u202fis the ex-officio chairman\u202fof the Civil Services Board, the Cabinet Secretariat, the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), and the head of all civil services under the rules of business of the Government of India. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"44_The_Government_of_India_has_established_NITI_Aayog_to_replace_the\"><\/span>44. The Government of India has established NITI Aayog to replace the<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Human Rights Commission<\/li><li>b) Finance Commission<\/li><li>c) Law Commission<\/li><li>d) Planning Commission<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4%E2%80%AF\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 4<\/strong><strong>.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>NITI Aayog<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It stands for National Institution for Transforming India.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It has replaced the Planning Commission. Hence, Option 4 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Planning Commission\u202fwas established in 1950.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was established on\u202f<strong>1 January\u202f2015<\/strong>, as the successor to the Planning Commission.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was created by an\u202f<strong>executive resolution\u202f<\/strong>of the Government of India.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a\u202f<strong>Think Tank\u202f<\/strong>of the Government of India providing both directional and policy inputs.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is shaped by a\u202f<strong>&#8216;bottom-up&#8217;\u202f<\/strong>approach rather than a &#8216;top-down&#8217; approach.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"45_The_term_%E2%80%98Goldilocks_Zone_is_often_seen_in_the_news_in_the_context_of\"><\/span>45. The term \u2018Goldilocks Zone\u2019 is often seen in the news in the context of<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) the limits of habitable zone above the surface of the Earth<\/li><li>b) region inside the Earth where shale gas is available<\/li><li>c) search for the Earth-like planets in outer space<\/li><li>d) search for meteorites containing precious metals<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_3\"><\/span>The correct answer is <strong>Option 3<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Goldilocks Zone<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The circumstellar habitable zone (CHZ), also known as the habitable zone (Goldilocks Zone), is the area surrounding a star in astronomy and astrobiology. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Planetary-mass objects can sustain liquid water on their surfaces in this region if the atmospheric pressure is high enough.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The &#8216;Goldilocks Zone,&#8217; also known as the habitable zone, is the area within which the temperature is just ideal for water to remain liquid.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Researchers are discovering unexpected sites where life might flourish.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>NASA announced the discovery of an Earth-sized planet called TOI 700 d in the &#8220;habitable zone&#8221; of its star in January 2020. (Goldilocks Zone).<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Also more likely to be in the Goldilocks zone are planets with a terrestrial atmosphere.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"46Who_of_the_following_organized_a_March_on_the_Tanjore_coast_to_break_the_Salt_Law_in_April_1930\"><\/span>46.Who of the following organized a March on the Tanjore coast to break the Salt Law in April 1930?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) V. O. Chidambaram Pillai<\/li><li>b) C. Rajagopalachari<\/li><li>c) K. Kamaraj<\/li><li>d) Annie Besant<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-8\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>C. Rajagopalachari<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>In April 1930, he planned a march to violate the salt law along the Tanjore seashore. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>For organising a salt march from Trichinopoly to Vedaranniyam on the Tanjore coast, he was detained in April 1930.&nbsp;<\/li><li>He was given the Bharat Ratna in 1954 and served as India&#8217;s first and last Indian Governor-General.&nbsp;       <\/li><li><strong>Additional Information<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>He was\u202fan Indian freedom fighter and leader of the Indian National Congress.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They founded\u202fthe<strong>\u202fSwadeshi Steam Navigation Company<\/strong>\u202fin 1906 to compete against the monopoly of the British India Steam Navigation Company (BISNC).&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Tuticorin Port Trust<\/strong>, one of India&#8217;s thirteen major ports, is named after him.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>K. Kamaraj<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>He was the founder and president of the Indian National Congress, and he is largely regarded as the Kingmaker in post-independence Indian politics.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>He made significant contributions to the Madras state&#8217;s infrastructure development and sought to raise the standard of living for the underprivileged and those in need.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Annie Besant<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>She had founded two journals, &#8220;The Commonweal&#8221; and &#8220;New India,&#8221; and she was connected to the Theosophical Society of India.&nbsp;<\/li><li>She served as the Indian National Congress&#8217;s first female president.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"48Consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>48.Consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The first woman President of the Indian National Congress was Sarojini Naidu.<\/li><li>The first Muslim President of the Indian National Congress was Badruddin Tyabji.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_of_the_statements_given_above_isare_correct-2\"><\/span>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Both 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_only-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>2 only<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Annie Besant<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>She is considered the founder of the\u202f<strong>Theosophical Society in India.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>She was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress in the\u202fCalcutta session in 1917.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>In 1898, she was instrumental in setting up Central Hindu College, which in 1911 culminated as Banaras Hindu University with her joint efforts with Madan Mohan Malviya.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Badruddin Tyabji<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>He was the first Muslim President of the 3rd session of the Indian National Congress (INC) that was held at\u202fMadras in 1887.\u202fHence\u202fstatement 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Badruddin Tyabji was the first Indian barrister, and the first Muslim Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Sarojini Naidu<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>She\u202fwas the\u202f<strong>first Indian woman<\/strong>\u202fto become President of INC in the\u202f<strong>Kanpur session in 1925<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Sarojini Naidu was awarded by British \u201cKaiser-i-Hind medal\u201d for her work during the plague epidemic in India.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_49Which_of_the_statements_regarding_%E2%80%98Green_Climate_Fund_isare_correct\"><\/span>Q 49.Which of the statements regarding \u2018Green Climate Fund\u2019 is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is intended to assist the developing countries in adaption and mitigation practices to counter climate change.<\/li><li>It is founded under the aegis of UNEP, OECD, Asian Development Bank and World Bank. <br>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<br>a) 1 only<br>b) 2 only<br>c) Both 1 and 2<br>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 only<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Green Climate Fund (GCF)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The Global Climate Fund (GCF) was established as a mechanism to move funds from the developed to the developing world to support developing nations in their use of adaptation and mitigation strategies to combat climate change. Therefore, statement 1 is true.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Under Article 11 of the Convention, it was chosen as an operating entity of the UNFCCC financing system.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is governed and supervised by a Board that will have full responsibility for funding decisions and that will receive guidance from the Conference of the Parties (COP), according to arrangements to be reached between the COP and the Fund to ensure that it is accountable to and operates under the guidance of the COP.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is governed and supervised by a Board that will have full responsibility for funding decisions and that receives the guidance of the COP. Hence\u202fstatement 2 is not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is headquartered in Incheon, South Korea&#8217;s new Songdo area.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q50_Indira_Gandhi_Prize_for_Peace_Disarmament_and_Development_for_2014_was_given_to_which_one_of_the_following\"><\/span>Q50. Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2014 was given to which one of the<br>following?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre<\/li><li>b) Indian Institute of Science<\/li><li>c) Indian Space Research Organization<\/li><li>d) Tata Institute of Fundamental Research<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_3-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is <strong>Option 3.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The\u202fIndira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is the prestigious award accorded annually by India to individuals or organizations in recognition of creative efforts toward promoting international peace, development and a new international economic order<\/strong>; ensuring that scientific discoveries are used for the larger good of humanity, and enlarging the scope of freedom.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was instituted in the memory of the former prime minister by a trust in her name in 1986.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It consists of a monetary award of Rs 25 lakh along with a citation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Former Vice-President Hamid Ansari presented the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development of 2021 to Pratham.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>ISRO Received the award in 2014. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Additional Points<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The Indian Space Research Organization<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is the government of India&#8217;s space agency, with headquarters in Bangalore.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>It uses space technology for national development while also conducting space science research and planetary exploration.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is located in Trombay, Mumbai, Maharashtra.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is India&#8217;s main nuclear research centre.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The Indian Institute of Science (IISc)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a declared public research university that provides higher education and research in science, engineering, design, and management.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Jamshedji Tata actively supported the institute&#8217;s establishment in 1909.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Tata Institute of Fundamental Research<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Mumbai-based Tata Institute of Fundamental Research is a public designated research university that focuses on fundamental research in the natural and social sciences.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is regarded as one of India&#8217;s top research institutions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_51_With_reference_to_the_Cabinet_Mission_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>Q 51. With reference to the Cabinet Mission, which of the<br>following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It recommended a federal government.<\/li><li>It enlarged the powers of the Indian courts.<\/li><li>It provided for more Indians in the ICS.<br>Select the correct answer using the code given<br>below:<br>a) 1 only<br>b) 2 and 3<br>c) 1 and 3<br>d) None<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 only<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The Cabinet Mission&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This was composed of three\u202f<strong>Cabinet Ministers of England<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This mission&#8217;s goal was to devise the apparatus needed to draught Independent India&#8217;s constitution.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Make preparations for the transitional administration.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>According to the cabinet mission plan the country could have a Federal government consisting of the British and the Indian India.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Therefore, the mission was like a declaration of India\u2019s independence. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The cabinet mission plan called for the establishment of a Union of India with authority over communications, foreign policy, and defence.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Union Government and its legislature were given just a small number of authorities in the areas of finance, foreign policy, and communications.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Union would have the authority needed to collect the funds needed to run the subjects.&nbsp;<\/li><li>All subjects besides Union subjects and any leftover authority will be given to the provinces.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Therefore, the Cabinet Mission plan proposed a\u202f<strong>weak Centre with Provincial autonomy<\/strong>\u202f\u2013 essentially proposing a federal structure of government.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It did not make any recommendations related to courts or ICS. Hence, statements 2 and 3 are not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"52Which_one_of_the_following_National_Parks_has_a_climate_that_varies_from_tropical_to_subtropical_temperate_and_arctic\"><\/span>52.Which one of the following National Parks has a<br>climate that varies from tropical to subtropical,<br>temperate and arctic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Khangchendzonga National Park<\/li><li>b) Nandadevi National Park<\/li><li>c) Neorah Valley National Park<\/li><li>d) Namdapha National Park<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-5\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 4<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Namdapha National Park<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is the largest protected area in the Eastern Himalaya biodiversity hotspot&nbsp;<\/li><li>This national park is\u202flocated in\u202f<strong>Arunachal Pradesh in Northeast India.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This area is also known for extensive Dipterocarp forests, comprising the northwestern parts of the ecoregion of Mizoram-Manipur-Kachin rainforests.&nbsp;<\/li><li>As you go up in altitude, the ecosystem changes from tropical moist woods to montane forests, temperate forests, and finally, at the highest altitudes, Alpine meadows with year-round snow.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Additional Information<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Khangchendzonga\u202fNational Park<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Neither Khangchendzonga nor Nandadevi National Park includes tropical plants.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is also known as Kanchenjunga Biosphere Reserve is a National Park and a Biosphere reserve located in Sikkim.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This park was inscribed to the\u202f<strong>UNESCO World Heritage Sites list<\/strong>\u202fin July 2016.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is situated in three districts of\u202f<strong>Uttarakhand\u202f<\/strong>(Chamoli in Garhwal, Pithoragarh in Kumaon and Bageshwar).&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve includes the Valley of Flowers and Nanda Devi National Park.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Since 2004, this reserve has belonged to the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Neora Valley National Park<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is situated in the\u202f<strong>Kalimpong district, West Bengal,\u202f<\/strong>India and was established in 1986.&nbsp;<\/li><li>One of the richest biological zones in all of Eastern India, it covers an area of 88 km2.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The clean, unspoiled natural habitat of the graceful red panda, along with the park&#8217;s difficult-to-access steep terrain and abundantly varied flora and fauna, make this area a significant wilderness zone.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"53Amnesty_International_is\"><\/span>53.Amnesty International is<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) an agency of the United Nations to helprefugees of civil wars<\/li><li>b) a global Human Rights Movement<\/li><li>c) a non-governmental voluntary organization tohelp very poor people<\/li><li>d) an inter-governmental agency to cater tomedical emergencies in war-ravaged regions<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-9\"><\/span>The correct answer is<strong>\u202f<\/strong><strong>Option 2<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Amnesty International<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It\u202f<\/strong>is a non-governmental organization with its headquarters in the\u202f<strong>United Kingdom\u202f<\/strong>focused on human rights.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was established in July 1961 and was founded by Peter Benenson.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Campaigning for &#8220;a society in which every individual enjoys all of the human rights recognised in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international human rights instruments&#8221; is the organization&#8217;s stated aim. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>More than 7 million people worldwide participate in Amnesty International because they find injustice to be personally offensive.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The group received the 1977 Nobel Peace Prize for &#8220;defending human dignity against torture.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"54With_reference_to_the_art_and_archaeological_history_of_India_which_one_among_the_following_was_made_earliest\"><\/span>54.With reference to the art and archaeological history<br>of India, which one among the following was made<br>earliest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Lingaraja Temple at Bhubaneswar<\/li><li>b) Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli<\/li><li>c) Rock-cut Monuments at Mahabalipuram<\/li><li>d) Varaha Image at Udayagiri<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-10\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Rock-cut Elephant at Dhauli<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It was created during Ashoka\u2019s reign (272-231 BC).<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Among the four possibilities, it is the earliest.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Lingaraja Temple in Bhubaneswar was built in the 11th century.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The monuments of Mahabalipuram were built in the seventh century AD.&nbsp;<\/li><li>In the fifth century AD, artisans at Udayagiri constructed the Varaha Image.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Additional Information<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Rock-cut Elephant\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is the earliest Buddhist sculpture of Odisha.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The stone elephant shows the animal&#8217;s foreparts only, though it has a fine sense of form and movement.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is regarded as one of the few examples of Mauryan art still existing.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Lingaraja Temple<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was built in the 11th century AD.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is considered the largest temple in the city of Bhubaneswar.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This is believed to have been built by the Somvanshi King Yayati I.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This is\u202fa classic example of\u202fthe <strong>Kalinga style of architecture.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Rock-cut Monuments at Mahabalipuram<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was built by the Pallava king Narsimha in the 7th and 8th centuries.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The exquisiteness of the temple&#8217;s rock-cut sculpture is a reflection of the Pallava emperors&#8217; taste in art.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Varaha Image at Udayagiri<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The famous Varaha sculpture depicts the tale of Bhu<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"55With_reference_to_Indian_history_which_of_the_following_isare_the_essential_elementelements_of_the_feudal_system\"><\/span>55.With reference to Indian history, which of the<br>following is\/are the essential element\/elements of<br>the feudal system?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A very strong centralized political authority and<br>a very weak provincial or local political authority<\/li><li>Emergence of administrative structure based on<br>control and possession of land<\/li><li>Creation of lord-vassal relationship between the<br>feudal lord and his overlord<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">a) 1 and 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 and 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_and_3_only-3\"><\/span> The correct answer is\u202f<strong>2 and 3 only.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Feudalism<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It<\/strong>\u202fis a political system of power dispersed and balanced between the king and nobles.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Generally speaking, it was a method of organising society on connections obtained from the ownership of land in exchange for labour or other forms of service (lord-vassal relationship). Hence, Statement 2\u202fis Correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>In the feudal system, the provincial or local political authority is not weak. Hence<\/strong>, <strong>Statement 1 is Not Correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Generally, feudalism has been regarded as the fabric of medieval society, and the stage of social and economic development that preceded Capitalism.&nbsp;<\/li><li>As such, feudalism provided stability within societies, restoring public order and strengthening the monarchy.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Zamindari system<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It<\/strong>\u202fis often referred to as a feudal-like system.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It entails a hierarchical administrative framework based on ownership and control of the land.<\/strong> <strong>Hence,<\/strong>\u202f<strong>Statement 3\u202fis Correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Originally the Zamindari System was introduced in the pre-colonial period to collect taxes from peasants, and it continued during colonial British rule.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"57India_is_a_member_of_which_among_the_following\"><\/span>57.India is a member of which among the following?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation<\/li><li>Association of South-East Asian Nations<\/li><li>East Asia Summit <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Select_the_correct_answer_using_the_code_given_below\"><\/span>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 and 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 3 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) India is a member of none of the<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF3_only-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>3 only<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>At present India is not a member of APEC and ASEAN. <\/strong>The East Asia Summit EAS is a forum held annually by leaders of 16 countries in the East Asian region. The first summit was held in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia on 14 December 2005. India is a member of this forum. <strong>Hence, Statement 3 is correct and Statements 1 and 2 are not correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Information-3\"><\/span><strong>Additional Information<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation(APEC)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is an inter-governmental forum for<strong>\u202f21 member economies in the Pacific Rim.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It aims to promote\u202ffree trade throughout the Asia-Pacific region&nbsp;<\/li><li>It started in 1989, in response to the growing interdependence of Asia-Pacific economies and the advent of regional trade blocs in other parts of the world.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It aimed to establish new markets for agricultural products and raw materials beyond Europe.&nbsp;<\/li><li>APEC is\u202f<strong>headquartered in Singapore.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Association_of_South-East_Asian_Nations_ASEAN\"><\/span><strong>Association of South-East Asian Nations (ASEAN)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is a regional intergovernmental organization comprising ten countries in Southeast Asia.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It promotes intergovernmental cooperation and facilitates economic, political, security, military, educational, and socio-cultural integration among its members and other countries in Asia.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The motto of ASEAN is\u202f<strong>\u201cOne Vision, One Identity, One Community&#8221;.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"East_Asia_Summit_EAS\"><\/span><strong>East Asia Summit (EAS)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It was established in 2005 is a forum of 18 regional leaders for strategic dialogue and cooperation on the key political, security, and economic challenges facing the Indo-Pacific region.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It comprises the ten member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) \u2013 Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam \u2013 along with 8 members Australia, China, Japan, India, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, Russia and the United States.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"58In_India_the_steel_production_industry_requires_the_import_of\"><\/span>58.In India, the steel production industry requires the<br>import of<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) saltpetre<\/li><li>b) rock phosphate<\/li><li>c) coking coal<\/li><li>d) All of the above<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFcoking_coal%E2%80%AF\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>coking coal<\/strong>.\u202f&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Saltpetre (Potassium nitrate)<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Potassium nitrate, sometimes known as saltpetre, is not utilised in the manufacture of steel.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It&#8217;s used to make fertiliser, clear tree stumps, rocket propellant, and fireworks.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It has been used as a food preservative since the Middle Ages and is one of the main components of gunpowder (often known as &#8220;black powder&#8221;).&nbsp;<\/li><li>Unlike steel production, the production of fertiliser uses rock phosphate.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>India imports coking coal. Hence Option 3 is Correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>One tonne of steel requires the production of 0.8 tonnes of coking coal.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"59The_provisions_in_Fifth_Schedule_and_Sixth_Schedule_in_the_Constitution_of_India_are_made_in_order_to\"><\/span>59.The provisions in Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in<br>the Constitution of India are made in order to<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) protect the interests of Scheduled Tribes<\/li><li>b) determine the boundaries between States<\/li><li>c) determine the powers, authority and<\/li><li>responsibilities of Panchayats<\/li><li>d) protect the interests of all the border States<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 1<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Fifth and Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>The Fifth Schedule of the Constitution deals with the administration and control of scheduled areas and scheduled tribes in any state<\/strong>, except the four states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, on the other hand, deals with the administration of the tribal areas in the four north eastern states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It protects the<strong>\u202finterest of Schedule tribes.<\/strong> <strong>Hence,<\/strong>\u202f<strong>Option 1 is Correct<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It does not relate to the boundaries of states. <strong>Hence,\u202fOption 2 is Not Correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It excludes the fifth and sixth schedule areas from the application of the Panchayati Raj system.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This is to ensure that the local tribal practices, customs, religious laws, and social and political institutions are not tampered with. <strong>Hence,\u202fOption 3 is also Not Correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It does not\u202fprotect the interests of the border States. <strong>Hence, Option 4 is Not Correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"60With_reference_to_the_Union_Government_consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>60.With reference to the Union Government, consider<br>the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Department of Revenue is responsible for the preparation of Union Budget that is presented to the Parliament.<\/li><li>No amount can be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India without the authorization from the Parliament of India.<\/li><li>All the disbursements made from Public Account also need the authorization from the Parliament of India.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<ul><li>a) 1 and 2 only<\/li><li>b) 2 and 3 only<\/li><li>c) 2 only<\/li><li>d) 1, 2 and 3 <\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2_only-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>2 only<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The budget (Annual Financial Statement) is prepared by the Department of Economic Affairs. Hence<\/strong>, <strong>Statement 1 is Not Correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Provident fund deposits, savings bank deposits, remittances etc are credited to the Public Account.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Public Account is operated by executive action i.e. payment from this account can be made without Parliamentary appropriation. <strong>Hence<\/strong>, <strong>Statement 3 is Not Correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Constitution of India provides for the following three kinds of funds for the Central government:&nbsp;<\/li><li>Consolidated Fund of India (Article 266)&nbsp;<ul><li>Public Account of India (Article 266)&nbsp;<\/li><li>Contingency Fund of India (Article 267)&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Points-3\"><\/span><strong>Additional Points<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Consolidated Fund of India<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>This is a fund to which all receipts are credited and all payments are debited.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>No money out of this fund can be appropriated (issued or drawn) except by parliamentary law.<\/strong> <strong>Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Public Account of India<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>All other public money (other than those which are credited to the\u202fConsolidated Fund of India) received by or on behalf of the Government of India shall be credited to the Public Account of India.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is operated by executive action, that is, the payments from this account can be made without parliamentary appropriation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Such payments are mostly like banking transactions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Contingency Fund of India<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It is placed at the disposal of the president, and he can make advances out of it to meet unforeseen expenditures pending its authorisation by the Parliament.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is held by the finance secretary on behalf of the President. Like the public account of India, it is also operated by executive action.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"61WhoWhich_of_the_following_is_the_custodian_of_the_Constitution_of_India\"><\/span>61.Who\/Which of the following is the custodian of the<br>Constitution of India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) The President of India<\/li><li>b) The Prime Minister of India<\/li><li>c) The Lok Sabha Secretariat<\/li><li>d) The Supreme Court of India<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-6\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 4.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Supreme Court&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>Supreme Court (Apex Court) is the Custodian of the Constitution of India.\u202fHence, Option 4 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Apex court is the\u202f<strong>guardian<\/strong>\u202fof<strong>\u202ffundamental rights (Article 32)<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Supreme Court has the power of\u202f<strong>Judicial review.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Indian judicial system is well-integrated, strong, and independent.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The Legislature and the Executive directly collaborate in the creation of laws, but it is the judiciary that protects the public interest by investigating instances of excess, abuse, and legal error.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Supreme Court serves as the constitution&#8217;s protector and interpretation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>While Parliament has the power to modify the constitution, the Supreme Court has the power to review the constitutionality of those revisions. (Amend constitution except for basic structure: Keshavananda Bharati case)&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Through many checks and balances, the supreme court makes sure that all of the government branches carry out their duties in line with the constitution<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"62Consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>62.Consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme was launched during 1996-97 to provide loan assistance to poor farmers.<\/li><li>The Command Area Development Programme was launched in 1974-75 for the development of water-use efficiency.   <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_of_the_statements_given_above_isare_correct-3\"><\/span>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Both 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only-5\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 only.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It was launched in\u202f<strong>1996-97\u202f<\/strong>to give<strong>\u202floan assistance to the states<\/strong>\u202fto help them to develop their\u202f<strong>major irrigation projects\u202f<\/strong>which are in an<strong>\u202fadvanced stage of completion.\u202fHence, statement 1\u202fis incorrect.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Projects: The Planning Commission-approved major, medium-sized, extension, renovation, and modernization projects are currently in an advanced stage of construction.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Since 1999\u20132000, drought-prone areas, hilly states, and surface minor irrigation schemes have all received AIBP aid.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The aid was split 2:1 between the state and the centre.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Command Area Development Programme<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It was launched in\u202f<strong>1974-75 to bridge the gap<\/strong>\u202fbetween<strong>\u202firrigation potential utilised by major and medium irrigation schemes.\u202f Hence, statement 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The ultimate goal of this plan is to get irrigation water to the crops.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To increase productivity, a command area development authority was set up.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The plan includes the creation of field channels, land contouring, and rotational water supply to ensure equitable distribution.&nbsp;<\/li><li>In 2004, the Command Area Development and Water Management Program were created.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"63The_Genetic_Engineering_Appraisal_Committee_is_constituted_under_the\"><\/span>63.The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee is<br>constituted under the<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006<\/li><li>b) Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection. Act, 1999<\/li><li>c) Environment (Protection. Act, 1986<\/li><li>d) Wildlife (Protection. Act, 1972<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-8\"><\/span>The correct answer is<strong>\u202fOption 3.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The\u202fGenetic Engineering Appraisal Committee&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It was\u202f<\/strong>constituted under the<strong>\u202fEnvironment Protection Act 1986. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Ministry of Environment and Forest is <\/strong>the\u202f<strong>nodal ministry.<\/strong>\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is responsible for approving proposals regarding the release of genetically engineered organisms and products into the environment, as well as activities involving the large-scale use of hazardous and recombinants in industrial production.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Before releasing any genetically engineered organism into the environment, it conducts experimental field trials.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Important Points<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>A GM crop is a\u202f<strong>transgenic<\/strong>\u202fcrop.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a plant that has a n<strong>ovel combination of genetic material<\/strong>\u202fobtained through\u202f<strong>biotechnology that adds a new quality to the parent crop like herbicide-tolerance<\/strong>.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Bt cotton is the only\u202fnon-food GM crop\u202f<\/strong>cultivated in India.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"64In_the_Mekong-Ganga_Cooperation_an_initiative_of_six_countries_which_of_the_following_isare_not_a_participant_participants\"><\/span>64.In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation an initiative of six countries, which of the following is\/are not a participant\/ participants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bangladesh<\/li><li>Cambodia<\/li><li>China<\/li><li>Myanmar<\/li><li>Thailand<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Select_the_correct_answer_using_the_code_given_below-2\"><\/span>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 1 only<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) 2, 3 and 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) 1 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) 1, 2 and 5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 3.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Mekong Ganga cooperation<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>It<\/strong>\u202fis a\u202f<strong>regional organization\u202f<\/strong>comprising\u202f<strong>India and 5 ASEAN countries Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Therefore, Bangladesh and China are not members of the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was launched in\u202f<strong>Vientiane (Laos) in 2000.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It aims to facilitate\u202f<strong>closer contacts inhabiting these two major river basins<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It also enhances cooperation in\u202f<strong>tourism, culture, transport, communication, and education.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is an integral part of\u202f<strong>India\u2019s \u2018Act East Policy\u2019<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>It also aims in<strong>\u202fnarrowing the development gap\u202f<\/strong>through<strong>\u202fdigital connectivity and capacity building.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"65%E2%80%98Basel_III_Accord_or_simply_%E2%80%98Basel_III_often_seen_in_the_news_seeks_to\"><\/span>65.\u2018Basel III Accord\u2019 or simply \u2018Basel III\u2019, often seen in the<br>news, seeks to<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) develop national strategies for the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity<\/li><li>b) improve banking sector\u2019s ability to deal with financial and economic stress and improve risk management<\/li><li>c) reduce the greenhouse gas emissions but places a heavier burden on developed countries<\/li><li>d) transfer technology from developed countries to poor countries to enable them to replace the use of chlorofluoro carbons in refrigeration with harmless chemicals<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-11\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Basel-III Accord:<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It was issued in\u202f<strong>2010<\/strong>\u202fas a response to the\u202f<strong>financial crisis of 2008.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It aims to promote a resilient banking system by focusing on capital leverage funding and liquidity. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The\u202f<strong>capital adequacy ratio<\/strong>\u202fwas fixed at\u202f<strong>12.9%.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The<strong>\u202fleverage rate<\/strong>\u202fwas fixed at\u202f<strong>3%.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The banks&#8217; strength\u202f<\/strong>was improved<strong>\u202fLiquidity Coverage Ratio and Net Stable Fund Rate.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_Information-4\"><\/span><strong>Additional Information<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Basel Committee:<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>Basel accords refer to the\u202f<strong>Banking supervision accords\u202f<\/strong>issued by the\u202f<strong>Basel Committee on banking supervision.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Basel Committee on banking supervision is a global standard committee<strong>\u202ffor the regulation of banks.\u202f\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was<strong>\u202festablished by the central bank governors of 10 countries in 1974.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Its\u202f<strong>objective<\/strong>\u202fis to<strong>\u202fimprove the quality of banking supervision<\/strong>\u202fworldwide.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The\u202f<strong>headquarters<\/strong>\u202fis in\u202f<strong>Basel<\/strong>, a city in\u202f<strong>Switzerland<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Basel Norms:<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>Basel norms are the\u202f<strong>international banking regulations to strengthen<\/strong>\u202fthe international banking system.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is in the form of an\u202f<strong>agreement by the Basel Committee of Banking supervision<\/strong>\u202fwhich mainly\u202f<strong>focuses on the risk to banks and the financial system.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Points-2\"><\/span><strong>Important Points<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Basel-I norms:<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>Basel, I was introduced in\u202f<strong>1988<\/strong>\u202fand focused on\u202f<strong>credit risk<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>India adopted\u202f<strong>Basel 1 guidelines in 1999<\/strong>\u202fas it defines the\u202f<strong>capital and structure of risk weights for banks<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The\u202f<strong>minimum Capital requirement\u202f<\/strong>was fixed at<strong>\u202f8% of risk-weighted assets.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Basel-II norms:<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>Basel II norms were established in\u202f<strong>2000<\/strong>\u202fand were based on t<strong>hree parameters capital adequacy requirement,\u202fsupervisory requirement, and market discipline.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>A\u202f<strong>minimum capital adequacy requirement<\/strong>\u202fof<strong>\u202f8% of risk-weighted assets<\/strong>\u202fwas fixed.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"66Consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>66.Consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The winds which blow between 30\u00b0 N and 60\u00b0 S latitudes through-out the year are known as<br>westerlies.<\/li><li>The moist air masses that cause winter rains in North-Western region of India are part of westerlies.<br>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<br>a) 1 only<br>b) 2 only<br>c) Both 1 and 2<br>d) Neither 1 nor 2<br><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF2%E2%80%AFonly\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>2\u202fonly.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Westerlies<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<ul><li>These are\u202f<strong>permanent<\/strong>\u202fwinds.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>These are prevailing winds that flow from th<strong>e west towards the East.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Westerlies flow\u202fbetween\u202f<strong>30\u00b0N-60\u00b0N and\u202f30\u00b0S-60\u00b0S\u202fdegrees latitude. Hence statement 1 is NOT correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>This is also known as<strong>\u202fanti trades winds<\/strong>\u202fas it originates from<strong>\u202fthe high-pressure area of Horse latitude and flows towards the subpolar low-pressure area.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>It blows from\u202f<strong>South West to North East in the Northern hemisphere<\/strong>\u202fand from\u202f<strong>Northwest to southeast in the southern hemisphere.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>These are<strong>\u202fstronger in the Southern hemisphere<\/strong>\u202fdue to the vast ocean and comparatively less land.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is best observed between<strong>\u202f40 to 60-degree latitude\u202f<\/strong>and these latitudes are also known as\u202fthe <strong>Roaring forties, Furious fifties, and shrieking sixties.\u202f\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>There are\u202f<strong>fluctuations in the subpolar region<\/strong>. Thus, they produce\u202f<strong>wet spells<\/strong>\u202fdue to variations in weather.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>The moist air masses that cause winter rains in the North-Western region of India are part<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"69In_a_particular_region_in_India_the_local_people_train_the_roots_of_living_trees_into_robust_bridges_across_the_streams_As_the_time_passes_these_bridges_become_stronger_These_unique_%E2%80%98living_root_bridges_are_found_in\"><\/span>69.In a particular region in India, the local people train<br>the roots of living trees into robust bridges across the<br>streams. As the time passes, these bridges become<br>stronger. These unique \u2018living root bridges\u2019 are found<br>in<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Meghalaya<\/li><li>b) Himachal Pradesh<\/li><li>c) Jharkhand<\/li><li>d) Tamil Nadu<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 1<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The\u202fentwined roots of Indian rubber trees\u202fform bridges by\u202ftraining tree roots to knit together.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The\u202fKhasi\u202fand\u202fJaintia\u202fpeople of\u202fRewai\u202fvillage in Meghalaya\u202fmake the living tree root bridges.\u202fHence, Option 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The aerial roots of the Indian rubber tree are strong and resemble ropes; they can be connected to bamboo stalks or built into a scaffold of hollowed-out betel nuts.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>It takes years for them to spread horizontally across cliff faces and river banks.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The living footbridge may accommodate up to 50 people at once, last for about 500 to 600 years, and get stronger with age.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"70Tides_occur_in_the_oceans_and_seas_due_to_which_among_the_following\"><\/span>70.Tides occur in the oceans and seas due to which<br>among the following?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Gravitational force of the Sun<\/li><li>Gravitational force of the Moon<\/li><li>Centrifugal force of the Earth<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Select_the_correct_answer_using_the_code_given_below-3\"><\/span><br>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br>a) 1 only<br>b) 2 and 3 only<br>c) 1 and 3 only<br>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_2_and_3-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1, 2 and 3.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Tide<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It is the\u202fperiodical rise and fall of the sea level.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The\u202fMoon&#8217;s gravitational pull\u202fis the\u202fmajor\u202fcause of a tide.<\/strong>\u202f<strong>Hence statement 2\u202fis correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Sun&#8217;s gravitational pull<\/strong>\u202fand\u202f<strong>centrifugal force<\/strong>\u202fdue to<strong>\u202fthe gravitational pull of the earth\u202f<\/strong>to a lesser extent so causes types.\u202f<strong>Hence statements\u202f1 and 3\u202fare\u202fcorrect.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Surges<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>The movement of water is caused by\u202f<strong>Meteorological<\/strong>\u202feffects like\u202f<strong>winds and atmospheric pressure changes<\/strong>\u202fand is known as\u202f<strong>surges<\/strong>.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>The tide-generating force is the difference between the gravitational attraction of the Moon and the centrifugal force.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>Tides\u202f<strong>vary in frequency, direction, and movement<\/strong>\u202ffrom place to place and from time to time.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Based on<strong>\u202ffrequency,<\/strong>\u202fthey are classified into<strong> semi-diurnal, diurnal, and mixed tide.\u202f<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Springtide<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>When the\u202f<strong>sun, moon, and earth are in a straight line\u202f<\/strong>the height of the tide is higher and this occurs during a\u202f<strong>full moon period<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Neap tide<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>When the\u202f<strong>moon and the sun are at right angles to each other<\/strong>\u202fthe forces of the sun and the moon tend to counteract each other.\u202f It occurs<strong>\u202ftwice a month.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"71In_which_of_the_following_activities_are_Indian_Remote_Sensing_IRS_satellites_used\"><\/span>71.In which of the following activities are Indian Remote<br>Sensing (IRS) satellites used?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Assessment of crop productivity<\/li><li>Locating groundwater resources<\/li><li>Mineral exploration<\/li><li>Telecommunications<\/li><li>Traffic studies<br>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<br>a) 1, 2 and 3 only<br>b) 4 and 5 only<br>c) 1 and 2 only<br>d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_2_and_3_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is<strong>\u202f1, 2, and 3 only<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Indian Remote Sensing satellite&nbsp;<\/li><li>Indian Remote Sensing satellite\u202f<strong>Bhaskar 1 launched in 1979<\/strong>\u202fbegan the era of remote sensing in India.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Bhaskar 2\u202f<\/strong>was launched in\u202f<strong>1981<\/strong>.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>Indian Remote Sensing satellite system came into existence after the successful launch o<strong>f IRS 1A in 1988.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Indian Remote Sensing is the largest civilian Remote Sensing satellite constellation in the world.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It provides imaginary in<strong>\u202fspatial, spectral, and swath resolutions.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Indian Remote Sensing satellite is used for various applications like\u202f<strong>pre-harvest crop area and production estimates, drought, and irrigation monitoring, assessment based on vegetable conditions, flood risk zone mapping and flood assessment, Hydro-geomorphologic maps for locating underground water resources for drilling well, Water use planning estimates land use and land cover mapping, forest survey, prospecting coastal studies environment impact analysis, wetland mapping,<\/strong>\u202fetc.\u202f<strong>Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"72Consider_the_following_States\"><\/span>72.Consider the following States<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Arunachal Pradesh<\/li><li>Himachal Pradesh<\/li><li>Mizoram<br>In which of the above States do \u2018Tropical Wet<br>Evergreen Forests\u2019 occur?<br>a) 1 only<br>b) 2 and 3 only<br>c) 1 and 3 only<br>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 3 only.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Tropical Wet Evergreen forest:<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>In India, evergreen forests are found on the eastern and western slopes of the Western Ghats in such states as\u202f<strong>Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala and Maharashtra. And also found in Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Tripura, West Bengal and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.\u202fHence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This type of forest is found in<strong>\u202fhot and humid areas.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>Precipitation: &gt;250 cm\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Mean annual temperature &lt;25 degrees Celsius\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Humidity &gt;80%<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>This type of forest is <strong>stratified,<\/strong>\u202fwith layers closer to the ground covered with\u202f<strong>shrubs and creepers<\/strong>, followed by short\u202f<strong>structured tree<\/strong>s and<strong>\u202fa tall variety of trees.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Trees have a height limit of 60 metres or more, and they are abundant in biodiversity (Rich in flora and fauna).&nbsp;<\/li><li>These forests yield durable, fine-grained wood.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"73The_term_%E2%80%98IndARC_sometimes_seen_in_the_news_is_the_name_of\"><\/span>73.The term \u2018IndARC\u2019, sometimes seen in the news, is<br>the name of<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) an indigenously developed radar system inducted into Indian Defence<\/li><li>b) India\u2019s satellite to provide services to the countries of Indian Ocean Rim<\/li><li>c) a scientific establishment set up by India in Antarctic region<\/li><li>d) India\u2019s underwater observatory to scientifically study the Arctic region<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-7\"><\/span>The correct answer is<strong>\u202fOption 4.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>IndARC<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>It is India&#8217;s first underwater observatory at the Kongsfjorden fjord, halfway between Norway and the North Pole.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is located at a\u202f<strong>depth<\/strong>\u202fof\u202f<strong>192 m.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Information from IndARC aids in the comprehension of Arctic dynamics and their impact on the Indian monsoon system.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a step toward studies of climate modelling and the reactions of Arctic processes to climate variability.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It serves as a natural laboratory where the annual seasonal cycle<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"74With_reference_to_%E2%80%98Forest_Carbon_Partnership_Facility_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>74.With reference to \u2018Forest Carbon Partnership Facility\u2019,<br>which of the following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is a global partnership of governments, businesses, civil society and indigenous peoples.<\/li><li>It provides financial aid to universities, individual scientists and institutions involved in scientific forestry research to develop eco-friendly and climate adaptation technologies for sustainable forest management.<\/li><li>It assiststhe countriesin their \u2018REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest<br>Degradation+)\u2019 efforts by providing them with financial and technical assistance.<br>  Select the correct answer using the code given below:<br>    a) 1 only<br>    b) 2 and 3 only<br>    c) 1 and 3 only<br>    d) 1, 2 and 3<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 3 only.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Forest carbon partnership facility<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>It is a collaboration of governments, businesses, civil society, and Indigenous people.\u202fHence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp; <\/li><li>It is focused on<strong>\u202freducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation, forest carbon stock, and conservation of the sustainable management of forest and forest carbon stocks in developing countries<\/strong>.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>It came into<strong>\u202fforce in June 2008<\/strong>.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It complements REDD+ by creating awareness of its readiness and future systems.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Objectives<\/strong>\u202fof the forest carbon partnership facilities are:&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>To assist countries in their REDD+ efforts by providing them with essential\u202ffinancial and technical assistance\u202fresulting in capacity building.\u202fHence, Statement 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>To pilot a\u202f<strong>performance-based payment system ensuring equitable benefit sharing.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Ways to<strong>\u202fsustain or enhance the livelihood of local communities and to conserve biodiversity.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>To\u202f<strong>disseminate knowledge gained in the development of the facility\u202f<\/strong>and the<strong>\u202fimplementation of readiness preparation proposals.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It does not provide financial aid to universities, individual scientists and institutions involved in scientific forestry research to develop eco-friendly and climate adaptation technologies for sustainable forest management. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"75Which_one_of_the_following_was_given_classical_language_status_recently\"><\/span>75.Which one of the following was given classical<br>language status recently?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Odia<\/li><li>b) Konkani<\/li><li>c) Bhojpuri<\/li><li>d) Assamese<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1-5\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 1.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Classical languages are:<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>A body of ancient literature and texts that have been preserved for at least 1500 years<\/strong> and are regarded as a priceless legacy by successive generations of speakers.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The literary heritage is distinct from other speech communities and is original.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Since classical literature and language are unique from modern literature and language, there may also be a break between the classical language and later forms of it or its offshoots.&nbsp;<\/li><li>There are\u202f<strong>6 classical languages: Tamil (2004), and Sanskrit (2005). Kannad (2008), Telugu (2008), Malayalam (2013), and Odia (2014). Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>There are calls for Marathi to be recognised as a classical language.&nbsp;<\/li><li>India also has a centre of excellence for the study of classical languages.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is also included in the Indian Constitution&#8217;s 8th schedule.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The nodal ministry that sets standards for classical languages is the Ministry of Culture.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"76With_reference_to_an_organization_known_as_%E2%80%98BirdLife_International_which_of_the_following_statements_is_are_correct\"><\/span>76.With reference to an organization known as \u2018BirdLife<br>International\u2019, which of the following statements is\/<br>are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is a Global Partnership of Conservation<br>Organizations.<\/li><li>The concept of \u2018biodiversity hotspots\u2019 originated<br>from this organization<\/li><li>It identifies the sites known\/referred to as<br>\u2018Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas\u2019.<br>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<br>a) 1 only<br>b) 2 and 3 only<br>c) 1 and 3 only<br>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-5\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 3 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>BirdLife International<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>It is a global partnership of conservation organizations (NGOs) that strives to conserve birds, their habitats, and global biodiversity, working with people towards sustainability in the use of natural resources.<\/strong>\u202f<strong>Hence statement 1 is correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Norman Myers created the idea of biodiversity hotspots in 1988<\/strong>. <strong>Hence statement 2 is incorrect<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>For the conservation of the world&#8217;s birds and other wildlife, BirdLife International&#8217;s IBA Programme strives to discover, monitor, and safeguard a global network of IBAs<\/strong>. <strong>Hence statement 3 is correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The BirdLife Partnership works cooperatively to identify, document, and conserve the locations of the greatest significance for the protection of Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>As of 2009, almost 11,000 sites in roughly 200 nations and territories have been classified as Important Bird Areas (IBAs).<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"77Which_one_of_the_following_countries_of_South-West_Asia_does_not_open_out_to_the_Mediterranean_Sea\"><\/span>77.Which one of the following countries of South-West<br>Asia does not open out to the Mediterranean Sea?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Syria<\/li><li>b) Jordan<\/li><li>c) Lebanon<\/li><li>d) Israel<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-12\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Mediterranean Sea<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>It\u202fis\u202fthe intercontinental sea that\u202fseparates Europe from Africa.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea are Albania, Algeria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Cyprus, Egypt, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Lebanon, Libya, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, Morocco, Slovenia, Spain, Syria, Tunisia, and Turkey.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"78In_India_in_which_one_of_the_following_types_of_forests_is_teak_a_dominant_tree_species\"><\/span>78.In India, in which one of the following types of forests<br>is teak a dominant tree species?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Tropical moist deciduous forest<\/li><li>b) Tropical rain forest<\/li><li>c) Tropical thorn scrub forest<\/li><li>d) Temperate forest with grasslands<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFoption_1\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>option 1<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Tropical moist deciduous forests<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is distributed in the states of Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, West Odisha and on the eastern slopes of\u202fWestern Ghats.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Characteristics of tropical deciduous forests;&nbsp;<ul><li>They are also called Monsoon Forests.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Rainfall is in the range of 100-200 cm.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The trees shed their leaves during the spring season.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Teak is the most dominant species of this forest\u202fwhile bamboo, Sal, Shisham, sandalwood, Kusum, Arjun, and mulberry are other commercially important species. Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Additional Details<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>Teak<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>It is one of the most important timber trees in India and Southeast Asia.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The most important teak forests in India are in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"80%E2%80%9CEach_day_is_more_or_less_the_same_the_morning_is_clear_and_bright_with_a_sea_breeze_as_the_Sun_climbs_high_in_the_sky_heat_mounts_up_dark_clouds_form_then_rain_comes_with_thunder_and_lightning_But_rain_is_soon_over%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>80.\u201cEach day is more or less the same, the morning is<br>clear and bright with a sea breeze; as the Sun climbs<br>high in the sky, heat mounts up, dark clouds form,<br>then rain comes with thunder and lightning. But rain<br>is soon over.\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_of_the_following_regions_is_described_in_the\"><\/span>Which of the following regions is described in the<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>above passage?<\/li><li>a) Savannah<\/li><li>b) Equatorial<\/li><li>c) Monsoon<\/li><li>d) Mediterranean<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-13\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Equatorial climate<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>The Rainforests are located in the equatorial climate region.\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is hot and wet all year round with a\u202fhumid\u202fclimate.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The temperatures are constant throughout the year with little variation.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The annual\u202frainfall\u202fis high as it rains almost every day. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is found in the Amazon basin in South America, the Congo basin in Africa, the Guinea coast in Africa, and much of the Indo-Malaysian region, eastern Central America, some islands in the Caribbean Sea, western Colombia, and eastern Madagascar.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This type of climate is located from 5 degrees to 10 degrees on either side of the equator.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Additional Points<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Warm Temperate Western Margin Climate:<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>This is also known as a\u202f<strong>Mediterranean type of climate<\/strong>\u202fbecause most of the areas falling under this climate are situated around the Mediterranean Sea.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It developed between 300C and 450C latitudes in both the hemispheres in the western part of the continents.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The climate of Central Chile is of temperate Mediterranean-type of climate.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Summers are warm and bright and winters are mild and cool.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Monsoon type of climate<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>This is best developed in the Indian\u202fsubcontinent, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, parts of Vietnam, south china and northern Australia.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is characterized by the onshore wet monsoon in summer and offshore dry monsoon in winter.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The basic cause of monsoon climates\u202fis the difference in the rate of heating and cooling of land and sea.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Sudan or Savannah Climate<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>This is a transitional type of climate found between the equatorial forests and the trade wind hot deserts.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This is confined within the tropics and is best developed in Sudan in the Africa Continent.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Sudan&#8217;s Climate includes West Africa Sudan, East Africa, and southern Africa north of the Tropic of Capricorn.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"82Consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>82.Consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Legislative Council of a State in India can be larger in size than half of the Legislative<br>Assembly of that particular State.<\/li><li>The Governor of a State nominates the Chairman of Legislative Council of that particular State.<br>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<br>a) 1 only<br>b) 2 only<br>c) Both 1 and 2<br>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFNeither_1_nor_2-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Neither 1 nor 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Legislative Council:<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>As stated in Article 171 of the Constitution, no more than one-third of the State Legislative Assembly&#8217;s members may serve on the State Legislative Council.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>However, the size of the<strong>\u202flegislative council cannot be less than 40 members<\/strong>.\u202f<strong><em>Hence statement 1 is incorrect<\/em><\/strong><em>.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Legislative Council (MLC) is a permanent body that cannot be dissolved, and each member has a six-year term with one-third of the council retiring every two years.&nbsp;<\/li><li>A Member of the Legislative Council&#8217;s (MLC) term is six years, and every two years, one-third of the members leave office.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The<\/strong>\u202f<strong>Chairman of the Legislative Council is elected by the members<\/strong>\u202ffrom amongst themselves.\u202f<strong><em>Hence statement 2 is incorrect<\/em><\/strong><em>.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"83%E2%80%9CTo_uphold_and_protect_the_Sovereignty_Unity_and_Integrity_of_India%E2%80%9D_is_a_provision_made_in_the\"><\/span>83.\u201cTo uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and<br>Integrity of India\u201d is a provision made in the<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Preamble of the Constitution<\/li><li>b) Directive Principles of State Policy<\/li><li>c) Fundamental Rights<\/li><li>d) Fundamental Duties<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFFundamental_Duties\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Fundamental Duties<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>To defend and protect the Sovereignty, Unity, and Integrity of India is a provision mentioned in Article 51-A of the Constitution, which is about Fundamental Duties if you try to concentrate on the entire sentence. Therefore, Option 4 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The following are the eleven Fundamental Duties:&nbsp;<ul><li>To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To cherish and follow the noble ideals which inspired our national struggle for freedom.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic and regional or sectional diversities; to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife and to have compassion for living creatures.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To develop the scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To safeguard public property and to abjure violence.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity, so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavour and achievement.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the age of six to fourteen years.\u202fThis duty was added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act, of 2002.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"84Which_one_of_the_following_is_the_best_description_of_the_term_%E2%80%98ecosystem\"><\/span>84.Which one of the following is the best description of<br>the term \u2018ecosystem\u2019?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) A community of organisms interacting with one another<\/li><li>b) That part of the Earth which is inhabited by living organisms<\/li><li>c) A community of organisms together with the environment in which they live<\/li><li>d) The flora and fauna of a geographical area<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-9\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 3<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Ecosystem<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>It is an interaction of all living and non-living\u202forganisms with the surrounding environment. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The different\u202ftypes of the ecosystem include:&nbsp;<\/li><li>Terrestrial\u202fecosystem&nbsp;<\/li><li>Forest ecosystem&nbsp;<\/li><li>Grassland ecosystem&nbsp;<\/li><li>Desert ecosystem&nbsp;<\/li><li>Tundra ecosystem&nbsp;<\/li><li>Freshwater ecosystem&nbsp;<\/li><li>Marine ecosystem&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"431\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-39670 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/431;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"85The_fundamental_object_of_Panchayati_Raj_system_is_to_ensure_which_among_the_following\"><\/span>85.The fundamental object of Panchayati Raj system is<br>to ensure which among the following?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>People\u2019s participation in development<\/li><li>Political accountability<\/li><li>Democratic decentralization<\/li><li>Financial mobilization<br>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<br>a) 1, 2 and 3 only<br>b) 2 and 4 only<br>c) 1 and 3 only<br>d) 1, 2, 3 and 4<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-6\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 3 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The Panchayati Raj institutions<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It is meant to promote grass-root democracy and development.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The main aim is to evolve a system of\u202f<strong>democratic decentralization and people\u2019s participation<\/strong>\u202f to ensure rapid, speedy socio-economic progress and provide adequate justice.\u202f<strong>Hence statement 1 and 3 is correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Political accountability can be achieved in any system with democratic rule.<\/strong>\u202f<strong>Hence statement 2 is incorrect<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Additional Points<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>Evolution of Panchayati Raj in India<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>A three-tier PRI system, consisting of Grama Panchayats (GPs) at the village level, Panchayat Samitis (PSs) at the block level, and Zilla Parishads (ZPs) at the district level, was proposed by a committee set up by the National <strong>Development Council in 1957 and led by Balwant Rai Mehta.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>In 1986, the L.M. Singhvi Committee suggested giving panchayats constitutional standing.&nbsp;<\/li><li>On October 2, 1959, the Nagaur district of the state of Rajasthan became the first to implement the Panchayat Raj System, followed by the state of Andhra Pradesh.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Resource mobilization\u202fis an outcome of PRI, not an objective of Panchayati Raj in India.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"86With_reference_to_Indian_economy_consider_the_following\"><\/span>86.With reference to Indian economy, consider the<br>following:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bank rate<\/li><li>Open market operations<\/li><li>Public debt<\/li><li>Public revenue<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Which of the above is\/are component\/components of Monetary Policy?<\/li><li>a) 1 only<\/li><li>b) 2, 3 and 4<\/li><li>c) 1 and 2<\/li><li>d) 1, 3 and 4<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_2-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The monetary policy tools<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>It is implemented by the\u202fRBI\u202fthrough\u202fopen market operations,\u202fbank rate, CRR, SLR, repo rate, and reverse repo rate.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The\u202fbank rate<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>It<\/strong>\u202fis the\u202frate\u202fof interest at which RBI charges\u202fwhile lending loans to a commercial\u202fbank.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The\u202fOpen market operations<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>It is<\/strong>\u202fconducted by the\u202fRBI\u202fby the way of sale and purchase of Government Securities (G-Secs) to adjust liquidity in the\u202fmarket.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Public debt<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>It\u202f<\/strong>is the total amount that is\u202fborrowed by the government to meet its development budget.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It includes the total liabilities of the Union government that have to be paid from the Consolidated Fund of India.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The income of the government through\u202ftaxes, fees, sale of\u202fpublic\u202fgoods and services, fines, donations, etc is known as\u202f<strong>public revenue<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Therefore, Public debt is not part of Monetary Policy and OMOs together with CRR, SLR, Repo, and Reverse Repo by RBI are certainly a part of their monetary policy. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"87With_reference_to_inflation_in_India_which_of_the_following_statements_is_correct\"><\/span>87.With reference to inflation in India, which of the<br>following statements is correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Controlling the inflation in India is the responsibility of the Government of India only<\/li><li>b) The Reserve Bank of India has no role in controlling the inflation<\/li><li>c) Decreased money circulation helps in controlling the inflation<\/li><li>d) Increased money circulation helpsin controlling the inflation<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-10\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 3.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Inflation&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It refers to the general\u202f<strong>increase in the prices of goods and services<\/strong>\u202fin an economy over some time.&nbsp;<\/li><li>If the\u202fmoney supply\u202fincreases than the economy&#8217;s ability to produce goods and services, then inflation\u202fwill also increase.&nbsp;<\/li><li>During the high inflation period, the government can\u202f<strong>reduce spending to decrease the\u202fmoney circulation<\/strong>\u202fin the\u202fcountry.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Therefore, decreased money circulation helps in controlling inflation. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Sterilization\u202fis the process under which the\u202fRBI\u202fabsorbs excess liquidity in the economy.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The Central Bank of\u202fIndia<\/strong>\u202fis the authority to\u202f<strong>control inflation<\/strong>\u202fthrough monetary policies which it does by increasing bank rates, repo rates, cash reserve ratio, buying dollars, and regulating money supply and availability of credit.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"88Consider_the_following_countries\"><\/span>88.Consider the following countries:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>China<\/li><li>France<\/li><li>India<\/li><li>Israel<\/li><li>Pakistan<br>Which among the above are Nuclear Weapons States as recognized by the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, commonly known as Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)?<br>a) 1 and 2 only<br>b) 1, 3, 4 and 5 only<br>c) 2, 4 and 5 only<br>d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_2_only-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 2 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The objective of\u202fthe <strong>Non-Proliferation treaty<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is to\u202f<strong>inhibit the spread\u202fof nuclear weapons\u202fand weapons technology<\/strong>, to promote cooperation in the peaceful uses of\u202fnuclear\u202fenergy, and to further achieve the goal of nuclear\u202fdisarmament.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The\u202f<strong>Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons\u202f(NPT)<\/strong>, entered into force in March 1970.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Nuclear-weapon states (NWS) consist of the United States, Russia,\u202fChina,\u202fFrance, and the\u202fUnited Kingdom. Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Additional information<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Non-Proliferation treaty<\/strong>\u202f&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>It is an\u202f<strong>international treaty whose objective is to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and weapons technology<\/strong>, to foster the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, and to further the goal of disarmament.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This treaty was\u202f<strong>signed in 1968 and entered into force in 1970.<\/strong>\u202fPresently, it has<strong>\u202f191 member states.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>India is not a member of NPT.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>NPT requires<strong>\u202fcountries to give up any present or plans to build nuclear weapons<\/strong>\u202fin return for access to peaceful uses of nuclear energy.&nbsp;<\/li><li>NPT represents the<strong>\u202fonly binding commitment in a multilateral treaty to the goal of disarmament by the nuclear-weapon States.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Nuclear-weapon states parties under the NPT are defined as\u202f<strong>those that manufactured and exploded a nuclear weapon or other nuclear explosive devices before 1<sup>st<\/sup>\u202fJanuary 1967.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"89The_ideal_of_%E2%80%98Welfare_State_in_the_Indian_Constitution_is_enshrined_in_its\"><\/span>89.The ideal of \u2018Welfare State\u2019 in the Indian Constitution<br>is enshrined in its<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Preamble<\/li><li>b) Directive Principles of State Policy<\/li><li>c) Fundamental Rights<\/li><li>d) Seventh Schedule<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-14\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>A<\/strong>\u202f<strong>welfare State<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It<\/strong>\u202fis a concept of government where the state plays a key role in the protection and promotion of the economic and social welfare of its citizens.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)<\/strong> <strong>promote the ideal of the welfare state<\/strong>\u202fby emphasizing\u202fthe state\u202fpromotes the welfare\u202fof people by providing them with basic facilities like shelter, food, and clothing. <strong>Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Important Points<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>Articles 36-51 of Part IV of the Indian Constitution deal with Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP).\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>They are borrowed from the constitution of Ireland.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>They act as directives to the government to create any law.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They act as the \u2018instrument of instruction.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Preamble<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>It can be referred to as the preface of the constitution as it highlights the entire constitution.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is the soul of the constitution as it is part of the constitution.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This acts as an interpreter of the constitution.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Whenever a question of doubt arises in the interpretation of the constitution then the matter is decided in the light of the preamble.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Fundamental Rights<\/strong>:&nbsp;<ul><li>Articles 12-35 and Part &#8211; III of the Indian Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights.&nbsp;<\/li><li>These rights are enforceable in a court of law.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Seventh Schedule\u202fof the Indian Constitution&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It deals with the allocation of powers and functions between the Union &amp; States.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"90The_Substitution_of_steel_for_wooden_ploughs_in_agricultural_production_is_an_example_of\"><\/span>90.The Substitution of steel for wooden ploughs in<br>agricultural production is an example of<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) labour-augmenting technological progress<\/li><li>b) capital-augmenting technological progress<\/li><li>c) capital-reducing technological progress<\/li><li>d) None of the above<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-15\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Capital\u202f<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It refers to\u202fcapital goods\u202fsuch as manufacturing plants,\u202fmachinery, tools, or any\u202fequipment that can be used to produce other goods.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The substitution of steel for wooden ploughs in agricultural production<strong>\u202fincreases productivity<\/strong>\u202fthereby\u202f<strong>encouraging steel production.<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>Therefore, it is\u202fcapital-augmenting technological progress. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Labour-augmenting<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It is the\u202ftechnology that increases the skills and productivity of the existing labour.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"91There_is_a_Parliamentary_System_of_Government_in_India_because_the\"><\/span>91.There is a Parliamentary System of Government in<br>India because the<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Lok Sabha is elected directly by the people<\/li><li>b) Parliament can amend the Constitution<\/li><li>c) Rajya Sabha cannot be dissolved<\/li><li>d) Council of Ministers is responsible to the Lok Sabha<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-8\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 4<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Parliamentary system\u202f&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>The executive in a Parliamentary system is responsible to the legislature for all its actions.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The ministers are answerable to the parliament and responsible to the Lok Sabha.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Council of Ministers remains in office as long as they enjoy the support and confidence of the Lok Sabha.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Lok Sabha is elected directly by the people and represents the democratic system.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li>Article 75(3) states that the Council of Ministers shall be collectively responsible to the House of the People.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It\u202fis a system of democratic governance of a state in which the\u202fexecutive\u202fderives its democratic legitimacy, and is held accountable to, the legislature\u202f(parliament). Hence, Option 4 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Executive forms a part of the legislature. In India, the person should be a member of parliament to become a member of the executive.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"92H1N1_virus_is_sometimes_mentioned_in_the_news_with_reference_to_which_one_of_the_following_diseases\"><\/span>92.H1N1 virus is sometimes mentioned in the news with<br>reference to which one of the following diseases?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) AIDS<\/li><li>b) Bird flu<\/li><li>c) Dengue<\/li><li>d) Swine flu<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_4-9\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 4<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>H1N1:<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>The most frequent source of human influenza is the influenza A (H1N1) virus (flu)<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The World Health Organization (WHO) classified the new H1N1 strain of swine-origin to be a pandemic in June 2009.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The public media frequently refers to this strain as the &#8220;swine flu.&#8221; Hence, Option 4 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>RNA viruses with a single strand of DNA and a negative sense are known as influenza A viruses.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The different subtypes are designated according to a H number (for the kind of hemagglutinin) and a N number (for the type of neuraminidase) (for the type of neuraminidase)&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Additional Points<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>AIDS <\/strong>is caused by the\u202f<strong>human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>HIV is transmitted through unsafe sexual acts if the other person is also infected with the virus.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Some of the infectious agents, such as HIV, hepatitis B, and syphilis, can also be passed on from an infected mother to a newborn baby and can also be transmitted via blood transfusions.&nbsp;<\/li><li>HIV infection may also be transmitted through contaminated blood products, syringes, needles used for injection, etc.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Zika,\u202f<strong>dengue<\/strong>, chikungunya, and yellow fever are all mosquito-borne diseases transmitted to humans by the\u202f<strong>Aedes aegypti mosquito<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"93With_reference_to_bio-toilets_used_by_the_Indian_Railways_consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>93.With reference to bio-toilets used by the Indian<br>Railways, consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The decomposition of human waste in the bio-toilets is initiated by a fungal inoculums.<\/li><li>Ammonia and water vapour are the only end products in this decomposition which are<br>released into the atmosphere.<br>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<br>a) 1 only<br>b) 2 only<br>c) Both 1 and 2<br>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFNeither_1_nor_2-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Neither 1 nor 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The bio-toilets<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It was developed by the railways and the\u202f<strong>Defence Research &amp; Development Organisation (DRDO)<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It has a colony of\u202fanaerobic bacteria,\u202fkept in a container under the lavatories that convert human waste into water and small amounts of gases.<\/strong>\u202f<strong>Hence statement 1 is incorrect<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The water is discharged onto the track after chlorination and the gases are released into the atmosphere.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Each toilet&#8217;s bio-digester tank is stocked with inoculums containing four different varieties of bacteria under the DRDO&#8217;s bio-toilet idea.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The toilet&#8217;s water trap mechanism keeps air from entering the tank, anaerobic bacteria process human waste in the tank&#8217;s seven chambers, and methane gas is permitted to escape into the atmosphere.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>After the completion of this process, only methane, carbon dioxide gases and water remain.\u202f<\/strong>These gases are left in the environment whereas water can be recycled and used in toilets again.\u202f<strong>Hence statement 2 is not correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"94The_problem_of_international_liquidity_isrelated_to_the_non-availability_of\"><\/span>94.The problem of international liquidity isrelated to the<br>non-availability of<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) goods and services<\/li><li>b) gold and silver<\/li><li>c) dollars and other hard currencies<\/li><li>d) exportable surplus<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_3-11\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 3<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>International liquidity&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It is associated with international payments that\u202farise out of international trade in goods and services.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It\u202fconsists of all the resources that are available to the monetary authorities of countries to meet the balance of payments deficits.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Such\u202fliquidity\u202franges from assets readily available to resources that become available only after extensive negotiation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The primary medium\u202fof international liquidity is gold and those foreign currencies which are universally acceptable in the settlement of international transactions.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Since the dollar is the dominant worldwide currency in the forex market, issues with global liquidity are tied to the lack of availability of the dollar and other related currencies. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The problem of international liquidity exists essentially for\u202fdeveloping countries.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"95With_reference_to_%E2%80%98fuel_cells_in_which_hydrogen-rich_fuel_and_oxygen_are_used_to_generate_electricity_consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>95.With reference to \u2018fuel cells\u2019 in which hydrogen-rich<br>fuel and oxygen are used to generate electricity,<br>consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If pure hydrogen is used as a fuel, the fuel cell emits heat and water as by products.<\/li><li>Fuel cells can be used for powering buildings and not for small devices like laptop computers<\/li><li>Fuel cells produce electricity in the form of Alternating Current (AC).<br>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<br>a) 1 only<br>b) 2 and 3 only<br>c) 1 and 3 only<br>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_only-6\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Fuel Cells<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>If pure hydrogen is employed as a fuel, fuel cells release only heat and water as by-products.<\/strong> <strong>Hence statement 1 is correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Fuel cells might power our cars, with hydrogen replacing petroleum fuels.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It can power almost any portable device or machine that uses batteries.\u202fLaptop computers, cellular phones, and hearing aids could be powered by portable fuel cells. Hence statement 2 is incorrect.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Hydrogen-powered fuel cells are\u202fmore energy-efficient than traditional combustion technologies.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It produces\u202felectricity in the form of\u202f<strong>direct current (DC)<\/strong>.\u202f<strong>Hence statement 3 is incorrect<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"96Kalamkari_painting_refers_to\"><\/span>96.Kalamkari painting refers to<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) a hand-painted cotton textile in South India<\/li><li>b) a handmade drawing on bamboo handicrafts in North-East India<\/li><li>c) a block-painted woollen cloth in Western Himalayan region of India<\/li><li>d) a hand-painted decorative silk cloth in North\u0002Western India<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_1-6\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 1.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Kalamkari painting&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li><strong>It refers to\u202fa hand-painted cotton textile in South India<\/strong>. <strong>Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This word is derived from\u202fthe <strong>Persian word<\/strong>\u202fwhere\u202f<strong>\u2018kalam\u2018 means pen<\/strong>\u202fand\u202f<strong>\u2018Kari\u2018 refers to craftsmanship.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This\u202fpainting is done using hands-on cotton or silk fabric with a tamarind pen, using natural dyes.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This art was also found at the archaeological sites of\u202f<strong>Mohenjo-Daro.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>There are two styles of Kalamkari art in India :&nbsp;<ul><li>Srikalahasti style&nbsp;<\/li><li>Machilipatnam style&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh<\/strong>\u202fare two states in India, where two different types of Kalamkari paintings\u202fare done.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"97Which_one_of_the_following_best_describes_the_main_objective_of_%E2%80%98Seed_Village_Concept\"><\/span>97.Which one of the following best describes the main<br>objective of \u2018Seed Village Concept\u2019?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>a) Encouraging the farmers to use their own farm seeds and discouraging them to buy the seeds from others<\/li><li>b) Involving the farmers for training in quality seed production and thereby to make available quality seeds to others at appropriate time and affordable cos<\/li><li>c) Earmarking some villages exclusively for the production of certified seeds<\/li><li>d) Identifying the entrepreneurs in villages and providing them technology and finance to set up seed companies<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFOption_2-16\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Option 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Seed Village<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It is a village, wherein a trained group of farmers are involved in the production &#8216;of seeds of various crops and cater to the needs of themselves, fellow farmers of the village and neighbouring villages at the appropriate time and affordable cost is called a &#8220;<strong>seed village<\/strong>&#8220;.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>The seed village concept is to\u202fpromote the quality seed production of foundation\u202fand\u202fcertified seed classes. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The area which is suitable for raising a particular crop will be selected and raised with a single variety of a kind.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"98There_has_been_a_persistent_deficit_budget_year_after_year_Which_of_the_following_actions_can_be_taken_by_the_government_to_reduce_the_deficit\"><\/span>98.There has been a persistent deficit budget year after<br>year. Which of the following actions can be taken by<br>the government to reduce the deficit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Reducing revenue expenditure<\/li><li>Introducing new welfare schemes<\/li><li>Rationalizing subsidies<\/li><li>Expanding industries<br>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<br>a) 1 and 3 only<br>b) 2 and 3 only<br>c) 1 only<br>d) 1, 2, 3 and 4<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-7\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 3 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>A budget deficit&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It occurs when government spending is more than its revenues.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Reducing revenue expenditure and\u202fRationalizing subsidies will reduce the deficit.<\/strong>\u202f<strong>Hence statements 1 and 3 are correct<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The increase in taxes is also a way to reduce the deficit i.e higher taxes increase revenue and help to reduce the budget deficit.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Introducing new welfare schemes<\/strong>\u202fwill further<strong>\u202fincrease the budget deficit<\/strong>.\u202f<strong>Hence statement 2 is wrong<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Expanding industries will also increase the budget deficit as in the short run, it will not add anything to the tax revenues of the government, and thus will increase the budget deficit.\u202f<strong>Hence statement 4 is wrong<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"99Which_of_the_following_hashave_been_accorded_%E2%80%98Geographical_Indication_status\"><\/span>99.Which of the following has\/have been accorded<br>\u2018Geographical Indication\u2019 status?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Banaras Brocades and Sarees<\/li><li>Rajasthani Daal-Bati-Churma<\/li><li>Tirupathi Laddu<br>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<br>a) 1 only<br>b) 2 and 3 only<br>c) 1 and 3 only<br>d) 1, 2 and 3<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AF1_and_3_only-8\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>1 and 3 only<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In 2009, the elaborate silk and gold thread motifs of the Banaras sarees and brocades earned them geographical indicator (GI) recognition.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Banaras Brocade Sarees are constructed of intricately woven silk and embellished with complex motifs using zari.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>2014 saw the awarding of the GI tag to Tirupathi Laddu. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>India, as a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), adopted the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration &amp; Protection) Act, 1999 which has come into existence with effect from 15th September 2003.&nbsp;<\/li><li>In 2004, Darjeeling Tea became the first product from India to bear the geographical indicator label.&nbsp;<\/li><li>A geographical indicator is a designation that is awarded to the items that have a defined geographical origin and possess attributes or a reputation that is due to that origin.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"100With_reference_to_the_Indian_Renewable_Energy_Development_Agency_Limited_IREDA_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>100.With reference to the Indian Renewable Energy<br>Development Agency Limited (IREDA), which of the<br>following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is a Public Limited Government Company.<\/li><li>It is a Non-Banking Financial Company.<br>Select the correct answer using the code given below:<br>a) 1 only<br>b) 2 only<br>c) Both 1 and 2<br>d) Neither 1 nor 2<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is%E2%80%AFBoth_1_and_2-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is\u202f<strong>Both 1 and 2<\/strong>.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>The\u202fIndian Renewable Energy Development Agency\u202f(IREDA)&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<ul><li>It has been awarded Mini Ratan (Category-I) status in 2015 by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It is a\u202fNon-Banking Financial Institution\u202funder the administrative control of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).\u202fHence statement 2 is correct.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was established on 11th March 1987 as a\u202f<strong>Public Limited Government Company<\/strong>\u202funder the Companies Act, of 1956.\u202f<strong>Hence statement 1 is correct<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>IREDA<\/strong> promotes, develops, and extends financial assistance for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency\/Conservation Projects.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UPSC-Essay-Course-1280\u00d7300-1-3.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42688 lazyload\" width=\"781\" height=\"182\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 781px; 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