{"id":40161,"date":"2024-04-29T13:41:46","date_gmt":"2024-04-29T13:41:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=40161"},"modified":"2024-06-22T12:03:59","modified_gmt":"2024-06-22T12:03:59","slug":"upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Prelims 2014 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 2014 draws near, candidates are actively gearing up to demonstrate their knowledge and skills. This blog is delighted to provide the UPSC Prelims 2014 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-69d6806b26a98\" 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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of a practical approach to sugarcane production known as \u2018Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative\u2019?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_2_and_4_only\" title=\"The correct answer is 1, 2 and 4 only.\">The correct answer is 1, 2 and 4 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_If_a_wetland_of_international_importance_is_brought_under_the_%E2%80%98Montreux_Record_what_does_it_imply\" title=\"Q: If a wetland of international importance is brought under the \u2018Montreux Record\u2019, what does it imply?\">Q: If a wetland of international importance is brought under the \u2018Montreux Record\u2019, what does it imply?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_option_1\" title=\"The correct answer is option 1.\">The correct answer is option 1.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_one_of_the_following_pairs_of_islands_is_separated_from_each_other_by_the_%E2%80%98Ten_Degree_Channel\" title=\"Q: Which one of the following pairs of islands is separated from each other by the \u2018Ten Degree Channel\u2019?\">Q: Which one of the following pairs of islands is separated from each other by the \u2018Ten Degree Channel\u2019?<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_1\" title=\"The correct answer is Option 1.\">The correct answer is Option 1.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_pairs_Programme_Project_Ministry\" title=\"Q: Consider the following pairs: Programme \/ Project Ministry\">Q: Consider the following pairs: Programme \/ Project Ministry<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_None\" title=\"The Correct Answer is&nbsp;None.\">The Correct Answer is&nbsp;None.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Drought-Prone_area_Programme\" title=\"The&nbsp;Drought-Prone area Programme\">The&nbsp;Drought-Prone area Programme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Desert_Development_Programme\" title=\"The&nbsp;Desert Development Programme\">The&nbsp;Desert Development Programme<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_National_Watershed_Project\" title=\"The&nbsp;National Watershed Project&nbsp;\">The&nbsp;National Watershed Project&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-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_Bombay_Natural_History_Society_BNHS_consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"Q: With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements:\">Q: With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), 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-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3\" title=\"The Correct Answer is&nbsp;Option 3.\">The Correct Answer is&nbsp;Option 3.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98Global_Environment_Facility_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"Q: With reference to \u2018Global Environment Facility\u2019, which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">Q: With reference to \u2018Global Environment 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-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_1-2\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 1.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 1.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_technologies_for_solar_power_production_consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"Q: With reference to technologies for solar power production, consider the following statements:\">Q: With reference to technologies for solar power production, 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-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_1\" title=\"The Correct Answer is&nbsp;Option 1.\">The Correct Answer is&nbsp;Option 1.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_languages\" title=\"Q: Consider the following languages:\">Q: Consider the following languages:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 3.\">The Correct Answer is Option 3.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-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-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-3\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 3.\">The Correct Answer is Option 3.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_a_conservation_organization_called_Wetlands_International_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"Q: With reference to a conservation organization called Wetlands International\u2019, which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">Q: With reference to a conservation organization called Wetlands 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-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 2.\">The Correct Answer is Option 2.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_a_grouping_of_countries_known_as_BRICS_consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"Q: With reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, consider the following statements:\">Q: With reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, 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-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 2.\">The Correct Answer is Option 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_diseases\" title=\"Q: Consider the following diseases\">Q: Consider 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-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_3_only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 3 only.\">The Correct Answer is 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_phenomena_might_have_influenced_the_evolution_of_organisms\" title=\"Q: Which of the following phenomena might have influenced the evolution of organisms?\">Q: Which of the following phenomena might have influenced the evolution of organisms?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Both1_and_2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Both1 and 2.\">The Correct Answer is Both1 and 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Other_than_poaching_what_are_the_possible_reasons_for_the_decline_in_the_population_of_Ganges_River_Dolphins\" title=\"Q: Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganges River Dolphins?\">Q: Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganges River Dolphins?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_3_and_4_only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1, 3 and 4 only.\">The Correct Answer is 1, 3 and 4 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_Radcliffe_Committee_was_appointed_to\" title=\"Q: The Radcliffe Committee was appointed to\">Q: The Radcliffe Committee was appointed to<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-4\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 3.\">The Correct Answer is Option 3.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Brominated_flame_retardants_are_used_in_many_household_products_like_mattresses_and_upholstery_Why_is_there_some_concern_about_their_use\" title=\"Q: Brominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and upholstery. Why is there some concern about their use?\">Q: Brominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and upholstery. Why is there some concern about their use?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Both_1_and_2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Both 1 and 2.\">The Correct Answer is Both 1 and 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following\" title=\"Q: Consider the following:\">Q: 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-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_2_and_3\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1, 2 and 3.\">The Correct Answer is 1, 2 and 3.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_one_of_the_following_is_the_largest_Committee_of_the_Parliament\" title=\"Q: Which one of the following is the largest Committee of the Parliament?\">Q: Which one of the following is the largest Committee of the Parliament?<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-3\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 2.\">The Correct Answer is Option 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_addsadd_carbon_dioxide_to_the_carbon_cycle_on_the_planet_Earth\" title=\"Q: Which of the following adds\/add carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on the planet Earth?\">Q: Which of the following adds\/add carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on the planet Earth?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_2_and_4_only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1, 2 and 4 only.\">The Correct Answer is 1, 2 and 4 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_If_you_walk_through_countryside_you_are_likely_to_see_some_birds_stalking_alongside_the_cattle_to_seize_the_insects_disturbed_by_their_movement_through_grasses\" title=\"Q: If you walk through countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside the cattle to seize the insects, disturbed by their movement through grasses.\">Q: If you walk through countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside the cattle to seize the insects, disturbed by their movement through grasses.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_2_only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 2 only.\">The Correct Answer is 2 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_In_medieval_India_the_designations_%E2%80%98Mahattara_and_%E2%80%98Pattakila_were_used_for\" title=\"Q: In medieval India, the designations \u2018Mahattara\u2019 and \u2018Pattakila\u2019 were used for\">Q: In medieval India, the designations \u2018Mahattara\u2019 and \u2018Pattakila\u2019 were used for<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-4\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 2.\">The Correct Answer is Option 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Lichens_which_are_capable_of_initiating_ecological_succession_even_on_a_bare_rock_are_actually_a_symbiotic_association_of\" title=\"Q: Lichens, which are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, are actually a symbiotic association of\">Q: Lichens, which are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, are actually a symbiotic association of<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-5\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 2.\">The Correct Answer is Option 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_If_you_travel_through_the_Himalayas_you_are_Iikely_to_see_which_of_the_following_plants_naturally_growing_there\" title=\"Q: If you travel through the Himalayas, you are Iikely to see which of the following plants naturally growing there?\">Q: If you travel through the Himalayas, you are Iikely to see which of the following plants naturally growing there?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_and_2_only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1 and 2 only.\">The Correct Answer is 1 and 2 only.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_are_some_important_pollutants_released_by_steel_industry_in_India\" title=\"Q: Which of the following are some important pollutants released by steel industry in India?\">Q: Which of the following are some important pollutants released by steel industry 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-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_2_3_and_4\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1, 2, 3 and 4.\">The Correct Answer is 1, 2, 3 and 4.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-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-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-5\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 3\">The Correct Answer is Option 3<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Every_year_a_month_long_ecologically_important_campaignfestival_is_held_during_which_certain_communities_tribes_plant_saplings_of_fruit-bearing_trees_Which_of_the_following_are_such_communities_tribes\" title=\"Q: Every year, a month long ecologically important campaign\/festival is held during which certain communities\/ tribes plant saplings of fruit-bearing trees. Which of the following are such communities\/ tribes?\">Q: Every year, a month long ecologically important campaign\/festival is held during which certain communities\/ tribes plant saplings of fruit-bearing trees. Which of the following are such communities\/ tribes?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-6\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 2.\">The Correct Answer is Option 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_sales_tax_you_pay_while_purchasing_a_toothpaste_is_a\" title=\"Q: The sales tax you pay while purchasing a toothpaste is a\">Q: The sales tax you pay while purchasing a toothpaste is a<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_4\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 4.\">The Correct Answer is Option 4.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_What_does_venture_capital_mean\" title=\"Q: What does venture capital mean?\">Q: What does venture capital mean?<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-7\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 2.\">The Correct Answer is Option 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_main_objective_of_the_12th_Five-Year_Plan_is\" title=\"Q: The main objective of the 12th Five-Year Plan is\">Q: The main objective of the 12th Five-Year Plan is<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_4-2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 4.\">The Correct Answer is Option 4.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_Balance_of_Payments_which_of_the_following_constitutesconstitute_the_Current_Account\" title=\"Q: With reference to Balance of Payments, which of the following constitutes\/constitute the Current Account?\">Q: With reference to Balance of Payments, which of the following constitutes\/constitute the Current Account?<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_and_3_only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1 and 3 only.\">The Correct Answer is 1 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_terms_%E2%80%98Marginal_Standing_Facility_Rate_and_%E2%80%98Net_Demand_and_Time_Liabilities_sometimes_appearing_in_news_are_used_in_relation_to\" title=\"Q: The terms \u2018Marginal Standing Facility Rate\u2019 and \u2018Net Demand and Time Liabilities\u2019, sometimes appearing in news, are used in relation to\">Q: The terms \u2018Marginal Standing Facility Rate\u2019 and \u2018Net Demand and Time Liabilities\u2019, sometimes appearing in news, are used in relation to<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_1-2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 1.\">The Correct Answer is Option 1.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-66\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_What_isare_the_facilityfacilities_the_beneficiaries_can_get_from_the_services_of_Business_Correspondent_Bank_Saathi_in_branchless_areas\" title=\"Q: What is\/are the facility\/facilities the beneficiaries can get from the services of Business Correspondent (Bank Saathi) in branchless areas?\">Q: What is\/are the facility\/facilities the beneficiaries can get from the services of Business Correspondent (Bank Saathi) in branchless areas?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-67\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Both_1_and_2-2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Both 1 and 2.\">The Correct Answer is Both 1 and 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-68\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_In_the_context_of_Indian_economy_which_of_the_following_isare_the_purposepurposes_of_%E2%80%98Statutory_Reserve_Requirements\" title=\"Q: In the context of Indian economy; which of the following is\/are the purpose\/purposes of \u2018Statutory Reserve Requirements\u2019?\">Q: In the context of Indian economy; which of the following is\/are the purpose\/purposes of \u2018Statutory Reserve Requirements\u2019?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-69\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1 only.\">The Correct Answer is 1 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-70\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Recently_a_series_of_uprisings_of_people_referred_to_as_%E2%80%98Arab_Spring_originally_started_from\" title=\"Q: Recently, a series of uprisings of people referred to as \u2018Arab Spring\u2019 originally started from\">Q: Recently, a series of uprisings of people referred to as \u2018Arab Spring\u2019 originally started from<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-71\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_4-3\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 4.\">The Correct Answer is Option 4.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_countries\" title=\"Q: Consider the following countries:\">Q: 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-73\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_3_and_5_only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1, 3 and 5 only.\">The Correct Answer is 1, 3 and 5 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-74\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_pairs-2\" title=\"Q: Consider the following pairs:\">Q: Consider the following pairs:<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Region_often_in_news_Country\" title=\"Region often in news Country\">Region often in news Country<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_only-2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1 only.\">The Correct Answer is 1 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-77\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_reference_to_Agni-IV_Missile_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"Q: Which reference to Agni-IV Missile, which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">Q: Which reference to Agni-IV Missile, 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-78\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_Only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1 Only.\">The Correct Answer is 1 Only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-79\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_two_non-conventional_energy_sources_called_%E2%80%98coalbed_methane_and_%E2%80%98shale_gas_consider_the_following_%E2%80%98statements\" title=\"Q: With reference to two non-conventional energy sources called \u2018coalbed methane\u2019 and \u2018shale gas\u2019, consider the following \u2018statements:\">Q: With reference to two non-conventional energy sources called \u2018coalbed methane\u2019 and \u2018shale gas\u2019, consider the following \u2018statements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-80\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Neither_1_nor_2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Neither 1 nor 2.\">The Correct Answer is Neither 1 nor 2.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98Changpa_community_of_India_consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"Q: With reference to \u2018Changpa\u2019 community of India, consider the following statements :\">Q: With reference to \u2018Changpa\u2019 community of India, 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-82\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_2_and_3_only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 2 and 3 only.\">The Correct Answer is 2 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-83\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_In_India_cluster_bean_Guar_is_traditionally_used_as_a_vegetable_or_animal_feed_but_recently_the_cultivation_of_this_has_assumed_significance_Which_one_of_the_following_statements_is_correct_in_this_context\" title=\"Q: In India, cluster bean (Guar) is traditionally used as a vegetable or animal feed, but recently the cultivation of this has assumed significance. Which one of the following statements is correct in this context?\">Q: In India, cluster bean (Guar) is traditionally used as a vegetable or animal feed, but recently the cultivation of this has assumed significance. Which one of the following statements is correct in this context?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-84\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-8\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 2.\">The Correct Answer is Option 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-85\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_have_coral_reefs\" title=\"Q: Which of the following have coral reefs?\">Q: Which of the following have coral reefs?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-86\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_2_and_3_only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1, 2 and 3 only.\">The Correct Answer is 1, 2 and 3 only.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_In_India_the_problem_of_soil_erosion_is_associated_with_which_of_the_following\" title=\"Q: In India, the problem of soil erosion is associated with which of the following?\">Q: In India, the problem of soil erosion is associated with 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-88\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_2_Only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 2 Only.\">The Correct Answer is 2 Only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-89\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_seasonal_reversal_of_winds_is_the_typical_characteristic_of\" title=\"Q: The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of\">Q: The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-90\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-6\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 3.\">The Correct Answer is Option 3.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-91\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_the_cultural_history_of_India_the_term_%E2%80%98Panchayatan_refers_to\" title=\"Q: With reference to the cultural history of India, the term \u2018Panchayatan\u2019 refers to\">Q: With reference to the cultural history of India, the term \u2018Panchayatan\u2019 refers to<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-92\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-7\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 3.\">The Correct Answer is Option 3.<\/a><\/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-2014-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-94\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_2_and_3_only-2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 2 and 3 only.\">The Correct Answer is 2 and 3 only.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_pairs_Wetlands_Confluence_of_rivers\" title=\"Q: Consider the following pairs: Wetlands Confluence of rivers\">Q: Consider the following pairs: Wetlands Confluence of rivers<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_1_only-3\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 1 only.\">The Correct Answer is 1 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-97\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_one_of_the_following_pairs_does_not_form_part_of_the_six_systems_of_Indian_Philosophy\" title=\"Q: Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of Indian Philosophy?\">Q: Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of Indian Philosophy?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-98\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-8\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 3.\">The Correct Answer is Option 3.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-99\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_pairs-3\" 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-100\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_3_and_4_only\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 3 and 4 only.\">The Correct Answer is 3 and 4 only.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_pairs-4\" 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-102\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_3_and_4_only-2\" title=\"The Correct Answer is 3 and 4 only.\">The Correct Answer is 3 and 4 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-103\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_one_of_the_following_Schedules_of_the_Constitution_of_India_contains_provisions_regarding_anti-defection\" title=\"Q: Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisions regarding anti-defection?\">Q: Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisions regarding anti-defection?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-104\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_4-4\" title=\"The Correct Answer is Option 4.\">The Correct Answer is Option 4.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-105\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_most_important_strategy_for_the_conservation_of_biodiversity_together_with_traditional_human_life_is_the_establishment_of\" title=\"Q: The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional human life is the establishment of\">Q: The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional human life is the establishment of<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-106\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_is_option_a\" title=\"The Correct Answer is option (a)\">The Correct Answer is option (a)<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Turkey_is_located_between\" title=\"Q: Turkey is located between\">Q: Turkey is located between<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_Correct_Answer_Is_option_b\" title=\"The Correct Answer Is option (b)\">The Correct Answer Is option (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-109\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_What_is_the_correct_sequence_of_occurrence_of_the_following_cities_in_South-East_Asia_as_one_proceeds_from_south_to_north\" title=\"Q: What is the correct sequence of occurrence of the following cities in South-East Asia as one proceeds from south to north?\">Q: What is the correct sequence of occurrence of the following cities in South-East Asia as one proceeds from south to north?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-110\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_3-4-1-2\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;3-4-1-2.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;3-4-1-2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-111\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_scientific_view_is_that_the_increase_in_global_temperature_should_not_exceed_2_%C2%B0C_above_preindustrial_level_If_the_global_temperature_increases_beyond_3_%C2%B0C_above_the_pre-industrial_level_what_can_be_its_possible_impactimpacts_on_the_world\" title=\"Q: The scientific view is that the increase in global temperature should not exceed 2 \u00b0C above pre\u0002industrial level. If the global temperature increases beyond 3 \u00b0C above the pre-industrial level, what can be its possible impact\/impacts on the world?\">Q: The scientific view is that the increase in global temperature should not exceed 2 \u00b0C above pre\u0002industrial level. If the global temperature increases beyond 3 \u00b0C above the pre-industrial level, what can be its possible impact\/impacts on the world?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-112\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_and_2_only\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_national_motto_of_India_%E2%80%98Satyameva_Jayate_inscribed_below_the_Emblem_of_India_is_taken_from\" title=\"Q: The national motto of India, \u2018Satyameva Jayate\u2019 inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from\">Q: The national motto of India, \u2018Satyameva Jayate\u2019 inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_4\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 4.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 4.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_In_the_Constitution_of_India_promotion_of_international_peace_and_security_is_included_in_the\" title=\"Q: In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the\">Q: In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included 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-116\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_the_Option_2\" title=\"The correct answer is the&nbsp;Option 2.\">The correct answer is the&nbsp;Option 2.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_What_are_the_benefits_of_implementing_the_%E2%80%98Integrated_Watershed_Development_Programme\" title=\"Q: What are the benefits of implementing the \u2018Integrated Watershed Development Programme\u2019?\">Q: What are the benefits of implementing the \u2018Integrated Watershed Development Programme\u2019?<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_3_and_4_only\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 3 and 4 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 3 and 4 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-119\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_are_associated_with_%E2%80%98Planning_in_India\" title=\"Q: Which of the following are associated with \u2018Planning\u2019 in India?\">Q: Which of the following are associated with \u2018Planning\u2019 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-120\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_2_and_5_only\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 5 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 5 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-121\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_is_are_the_functionfunctions_of_the_Cabinet_Secretariat\" title=\"Q: Which of the following is \/ are the function\/functions of the Cabinet Secretariat?\">Q: Which of the following is \/ are the function\/functions of the Cabinet Secretariat?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-122\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_and_2_only-2\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-123\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_statements_A_Constitutional_Government_is_one_which\" title=\"Q: Consider the following statements: A Constitutional Government is one which\">Q: Consider the following statements: A Constitutional Government is one which<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-124\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_2_only\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;2&nbsp;only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;2&nbsp;only.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_are_the_discretionary_powers_given_to_the_Governor_of_a_State\" title=\"Q: Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State?\">Q: Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State?<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_If_the_interest_rate_is_decreased_in_an_economy_it_will\" title=\"Q: If the interest rate is decreased in an economy, it will\">Q: If the interest rate is decreased in an economy, it will<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_to_Option_3\" title=\"The correct answer is to&nbsp;Option 3.\">The correct answer is to&nbsp;Option 3.<\/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-2014-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-130\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_only\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1&nbsp;only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1&nbsp;only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-131\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_statements_regarding_a_No-confidences_Motion_in_India\" title=\"Q: Consider the following statements regarding a No-confidences Motion in India:\">Q: Consider the following statements regarding a No-confidences Motion 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-132\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Both_1_and_2\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Both 1 and 2.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Both 1 and 2.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_Neem_tree_consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"Q: With reference to Neem tree, consider the following statements:\">Q: With reference to Neem tree, 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-134\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only-2\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-135\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_one_of_the_following_is_the_process_involved_in_photosynthesis\" title=\"Q: Which one of the following is the process involved in photosynthesis?\">Q: Which one of the following is the process involved in photosynthesis?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-136\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_2\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 2.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 2.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_In_addition_to_fingerprint_scanning_which_of_the_following_can_be_used_in_the_biometric_identification_of_a_person\" title=\"Q: In addition to fingerprint scanning, which of the following can be used in the biometric identification of a person?\">Q: In addition to fingerprint scanning, which of the following can be used in the biometric identification of a person?<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_2_and_3\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2 and 3.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2 and 3.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_statements_is_are_correct_regarding_vegetative_propagation_of_plants\" title=\"Q: Which of the following statements is \/ are correct regarding vegetative propagation of plants?\">Q: Which of the following statements is \/ are correct regarding vegetative propagation of plants?<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only-3\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-141\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_pair_isare_correctly_matched\" title=\"Q: Which of the following pair is\/are correctly matched?\">Q: Which of the following pair is\/are correctly matched?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-142\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 3 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-143\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_pairs_Region_Well-known_for_the_production_of\" title=\"Q: Consider the following pairs: Region Well-known for the production of\">Q: Consider the following pairs: Region Well-known for the production of<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-144\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_None_of_these\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;None of these.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;None of these.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-145\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_of_the_following_isare_the_exampleexamples_of_chemical_change\" title=\"Q: Which of the following is\/are the example\/examples of chemical change?\">Q: Which of the following is\/are the example\/examples of chemical change?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-146\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_power_of_the_Supreme_Court_of_India_to_decide_disputes_between_the_Centre_and_the_States_falls_under_its\" title=\"Q: The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the States falls under its\">Q: The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the States falls under its<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-147\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Original_Jurisdiction\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Original Jurisdiction.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Original Jurisdiction.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_techniquesphenomena\" title=\"Q: Consider the following techniques\/phenomena:\">Q: Consider the following techniques\/phenomena:<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only-2\" title=\"The correct answer is 2 and 3 only.\">The correct answer is 2 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-150\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_statements-2\" 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-151\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_2_and_3-2\" title=\"The correct answer is 1, 2 and 3.\">The correct answer is 1, 2 and 3.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-152\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Among_the_following_organisms_which_one_does_not_belong_to_the_class_of_other_three\" title=\"Q: Among the following organisms, which one does not belong to the class of other three?\">Q: Among the following organisms, which one does not belong to the class of other three?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-153\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_1-3\" title=\"The correct answer is Option 1.\">The correct answer is Option 1.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-154\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_power_to_increase_the_number_of_judges_in_the_Supreme_Court_of_India_is_vested_in\" title=\"Q: The power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court of India is vested in\">Q: The power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court of India is vested in<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-155\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_2-2\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 2.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-156\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_towns_of_India\" title=\"Q: Consider the following towns of India:\">Q: Consider the following towns 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-157\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only-3\" title=\"The correct answer is 2 and 3 only.\">The correct answer is 2 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-158\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_pairs_National_Highway_Cities_connected\" title=\"Q: Consider the following pairs: National Highway Cities connected\">Q: Consider the following pairs: National Highway Cities connected<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-159\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_None\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;None.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;None.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-160\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_international_agreements\" title=\"Q: Consider the following international agreements:\">Q: Consider the following international agreements:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-161\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_2_and_3-3\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2 and 3.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2 and 3.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-162\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_statements_regarding_%E2%80%98Earth_Hour\" title=\"Q: Consider the following statements regarding \u2018Earth Hour\u2019:\">Q: Consider the following statements regarding \u2018Earth Hour\u2019:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-163\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only-4\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 3 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-164\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Which_one_of_the_following_is_the_correct_sequence_of_a_food_chain\" title=\"Q: Which one of the following is the correct sequence of a food chain?\">Q: Which one of the following is the correct sequence of a food chain?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-165\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_1-4\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 1.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 1.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-166\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_Partition_of_Bengal_made_by_Lord_Curzon_in_1905lasted_until\" title=\"Q: The Partition of Bengal made by Lord Curzon in 1905lasted until\">Q: The Partition of Bengal made by Lord Curzon in 1905lasted until<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-167\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_2-3\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 2.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-168\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_1929_Session_of_Indian_National_Congress_is_of_significance_in_the_history_of_the_Freedom_Movement_because_the\" title=\"Q: The 1929 Session of Indian, National Congress is of significance in the history of the Freedom Movement because the\">Q: The 1929 Session of Indian, National Congress is of significance in the history of the Freedom Movement 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-169\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_2-4\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 2.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-170\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_the_famous_Sattriya_dance_consider_the_following_statements\" title=\"Q: With reference to the famous Sattriya dance, consider the following statements:\">Q: With reference to the famous Sattriya dance, 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-171\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_and_2_only-3\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-172\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Chaitra_1_of_the_national_calendar_based_on_the_Saka_Era_corresponds_to_which_one_of_the_following_dates_of_the_Gregorian_calendar_in_a_normal_year_of_365_days\" title=\"Q: Chaitra 1 of the national calendar based on the Saka Era corresponds to which one of the following dates of the Gregorian calendar in a normal year of 365 days?\">Q: Chaitra 1 of the national calendar based on the Saka Era corresponds to which one of the following dates of the Gregorian calendar in a normal year of 365 days?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-173\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_1-5\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 1.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 1.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-174\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_the_Indian_history_of_art_and_culture_consider_the_following_pairs\" title=\"Q: With reference to the Indian history of art and culture, consider the following pairs:\">Q: With reference to the Indian history of art and culture, 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-175\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only-4\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-176\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_The_Ghadr_Ghadar_was_a\" title=\"Q: The Ghadr (Ghadar. was a\">Q: The Ghadr (Ghadar. was a<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-177\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_Option_1\" title=\"The correct answer Option 1.\">The correct answer Option 1.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_Indias_culture_and_tradition_what_is_%E2%80%98Kalaripayattu\" title=\"Q: With reference to India\u2019s culture and tradition, what is \u2018Kalaripayattu\u2019?\">Q: With reference to India\u2019s culture and tradition, what is \u2018Kalaripayattu\u2019?<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_option_4\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;option 4.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;option 4.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_pairs-5\" 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-181\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only-5\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-182\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_Buddhist_history_tradition_and_culture_in_India_consider_the_following_pairs\" title=\"Q: With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the following pairs:\">Q: With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, 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-183\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only-6\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-184\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_statements-3\" 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-185\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Neither_1_nor_2\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Neither 1 nor 2.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Neither 1 nor 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-186\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_A_community_of_people_called_Manganiyars_is_well-known_for_their\" title=\"Q: A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their\">Q: A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-187\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_2-5\" title=\"The correct answer is Option 2.\">The correct answer is Option 2.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_A_community_of_people_called_Manganiyars_is_well-known_for_their-2\" title=\"Q: A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their\">Q: A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Option_2-6\" title=\"The correct answer is Option 2.\">The correct answer is Option 2.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-190\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Ibadat_Khana_at_Fatehpur_Sikri_was\" title=\"Q: Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was\">Q: Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-191\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_Option_3\" title=\"The correct answer Option 3.\">The correct answer Option 3.<\/a><\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_In_the_context_of_food_and_nutritional_security_of_India_enhancing_the_%E2%80%98Seed_Replacement_Rates_of_various_crops_helps_in_achieving_the_food_production_targets_of_the_future_But_what_isare_the_constraint_constraints_in_its_wider_greater_implementation\" title=\"Q: In the context of food and nutritional security of India, enhancing the \u2018Seed Replacement Rates\u2019 of various crops helps in achieving the food production targets of the future. But what is\/are the constraint\/ constraints in its wider \/ greater implementation?\">Q: In the context of food and nutritional security of India, enhancing the \u2018Seed Replacement Rates\u2019 of various crops helps in achieving the food production targets of the future. But what is\/are the constraint\/ constraints in its wider \/ greater implementation?<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_3_only\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;3 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;3 only.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98Eco-Sensitive_Zones_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\" title=\"Q: With reference to \u2018Eco-Sensitive Zones\u2019, which of the following statements is\/are correct?\">Q: With reference to \u2018Eco-Sensitive Zones\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-195\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_Neither_1_nor_2-2\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;Neither 1 nor 2.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;Neither 1 nor 2.<\/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-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_statements-4\" 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-197\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only-5\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 3 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 3 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-198\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_Consider_the_following_pairs-6\" 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-199\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_and_2_only-4\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-200\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_There_is_some_concern_regarding_the_nanoparticles_of_some_chemical_elements_that_are_used_by_the_industry_in_the_manufacture_of_various_products_Why\" title=\"Q: There is some concern regarding the nanoparticles of some chemical elements that are used by the industry in the manufacture of various products Why?\">Q: There is some concern regarding the nanoparticles of some chemical elements that are used by the industry in the manufacture of various products Why?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-201\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_2_and_3-4\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2, and 3.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2, and 3.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#Q_With_reference_to_Union_Budget_which_of_the_following_isare_covered_under_Non-Plan_Expenditure\" title=\"Q: With reference to Union Budget, which of the following is\/are covered under Non-Plan Expenditure?\">Q: With reference to Union Budget, which of the following is\/are covered under Non-Plan Expenditure?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-205\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-question-paper-with-answer-key-general-studies-paper-1\/#The_correct_answer_is_1_2_3_and_4\" title=\"The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2, 3, and 4.\">The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2, 3, and 4.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-206\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-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-207\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-2014-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=\"Q_What_are_the_significances_of_a_practical_approach_to_sugarcane_production_known_as_%E2%80%98Sustainable_Sugarcane_Initiative\"><\/span>Q: What are the significances of a practical approach to sugarcane production known as \u2018Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative\u2019?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Seed cost is very low in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Drip irrigation can be practiced very effectively in this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) There is no application of chemical\/ inorganic fertilizers at all in this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) The scope for intercropping is more in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_2_and_4_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is 1, 2 and 4 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It&nbsp;seeks to cultivate sugarcane primarily through altering the methods and inputs employed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It majorly involves<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Less use of seeds<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>less water consumption<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>optimal use of land and fertilisers<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It seeks to lower input costs, Hence&nbsp;Statement 1 is Correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>To get &#8220;more with less&#8221; in agriculture is its fundamental tenet.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It reduces the price by up to 75%.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It aids in improving cane length and weight while lowering plant mortality rates.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Intercropping is a possibility, and drip watering is another option. Hence, Statement 2 and 4 are correct.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>However, because SSI is a farmer-driven strategy, its benefits depend more on the cultivator&#8217;s own efforts.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>NPK (fertilisers) are applied as inorganic and organic fertilisers at rates of 112 kg, 25 kg, and 48 kg per acre, respectively. Hence,&nbsp;Statement 3 is Not Correct.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_If_a_wetland_of_international_importance_is_brought_under_the_%E2%80%98Montreux_Record_what_does_it_imply\"><\/span>Q: If a wetland of international importance is brought under the \u2018Montreux Record\u2019, what does it imply?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Changes in ecological character have occurred, are occurring or are likely to occur in the wetland as a result of human interference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) The country in which the wetland is located should enact a law to prohibit any human activity within five kilo meters from the edge of the wetland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) The survival of the wetland depends on the cultural practices and traditions of certain communities living in its vicinity and therefore the cultural diversity therein should not be destroyed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) It is given the status of \u2018World Heritage Site\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_option_1\"><\/span>The correct answer is option 1.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-normal-font-size\">The&nbsp;Montreux Record<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a register of wetland sites on the List of Wetlands of International Importance.<\/li><li>It registers the&nbsp;changes occurred or occurring or may occur in ecological character&nbsp;because of technological developments, pollution, or other human interference. Hence, option 1 is correct.<\/li><li>It is maintained as part of the&nbsp;Ramsar List.<\/li><li>It aims is&nbsp;to provide assistance to developed and developing countries&nbsp;alike in solving the problems or threats that make inclusion in the Montreux Record necessary.<\/li><li>In 1993,&nbsp;Chilika Lake&nbsp;was also listed in&nbsp;Montreux Record&nbsp;due to problem of siltation. Later in 2002, it was removed from the list as the problem of siltation was tackled by Govt. of India.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_one_of_the_following_pairs_of_islands_is_separated_from_each_other_by_the_%E2%80%98Ten_Degree_Channel\"><\/span>Q: Which one of the following pairs of islands is separated from each other by the \u2018Ten Degree Channel\u2019?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Andaman and Nicobar<br>b) Nicobar and Sumatra<br>c) Maldives and Lakshadweep<br>d) Sumatra and Java<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_1\"><\/span>The correct answer is Option 1.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ten Degree Channel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It&nbsp;separates the Andaman Islands and the Nicobar Islands from each other in the Bay of Bengal&nbsp;and forms the Indian Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.&nbsp;Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/li><li>It is&nbsp;150km wide from north to south and&nbsp;10km long from east to west&nbsp;with a&nbsp;minimum depth of 7.3m.<\/li><li>It is so named as it&nbsp;lies on the 10-degree line of Latitude, north of the equator.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Lakshadweep Islands and Maliku Atoll&nbsp;are separated by the&nbsp;Nine-degree channel.<\/li><li>The Grand Channel&nbsp;is between the&nbsp;Great Nicobar islands and the Sumatra islands of Indonesia.<\/li><li>Minicoy channel&nbsp;is a small eight-degree channel that separates&nbsp;Maldives and Lakshadweep.<\/li><li>Sumatra and Java&nbsp;are separated by&nbsp;Sunda Strait.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_pairs_Programme_Project_Ministry\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following pairs: Programme \/ Project Ministry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Drought-Prone Area : Ministry of Agriculture Programme<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Desert Development : Ministry of Environment Programme and Forests<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) National Watershed: Ministry of Rural Development Development Project for Rainfed Areas<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_None\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is&nbsp;None.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Drought-Prone_area_Programme\"><\/span>The&nbsp;Drought-Prone area Programme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It comes under the&nbsp;Ministry of Rural Development. Hence&nbsp;Pair 1 is Not Correct.<\/li><li>This programme aims to mitigate the impacts of droughts on crop production, livestock, land and water resources.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Desert_Development_Programme\"><\/span>The&nbsp;Desert Development Programme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It&nbsp;comes under the&nbsp;Ministry of Rural Development. Hence&nbsp;Pair 2 is Not Correct.<\/li><li>The basic objective of the Desert Development Programme is to minimise the adverse effect of drought and control desertification through rejuvenation of the natural resource base of the identified desert area.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_National_Watershed_Project\"><\/span>The&nbsp;National Watershed Project&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is available for rainfed areas and implemented by the&nbsp;Ministry of Agriculture.<\/li><li>It&nbsp;is an umbrella scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayi Yojana. Hence&nbsp;Pair 3&nbsp;is Not Correct.<\/li><li>The initiative aims to enhance water availability in the watershed areas.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_Bombay_Natural_History_Society_BNHS_consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>Q: With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Environment and Forests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) It strives to conserve nature through action\u0002based research, education and public awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) It organizes and conducts nature trails and camps for the general public. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\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&nbsp;Option 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It&nbsp;is one of the&nbsp;largest non-governmental organizations&nbsp;in India engaged in conservation and biodiversity research.&nbsp;Hence,&nbsp;Statement 1 is Not Correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>BNHS Mission<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Conservation of nature, primarily biological diversity through action based on research, education, and public awareness. Hence&nbsp;Statement 2 is Correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>BNHS Vision<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Premier independent scientific organization with a broad-based constituency, excelling in the conservation of threatened species and habitats.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98Global_Environment_Facility_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>Q: With reference to \u2018Global Environment Facility\u2019, which<br>of the following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) It serves as financial mechanism for \u2018Convention on Biological Diversity\u2019 and \u2018United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) It undertakes scientific research on environmental issues at global level<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) It is an agency under OECD to facilitate the transfer of technology and funds to underdeveloped countries with specific aim to protect their environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Both a) and (b)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_1-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 1.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;Global Environment Facility (GEF)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It unites 183 countries in partnership with international institutions, civil society organizations (CSOs), and the private sector to address global environmental issues.<\/li><li>It serves as financial mechanism for &#8216;Convention on Biological Diversity&#8217; and &#8216;United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change&#8217; It undertakes scientific research on environmental issues at global level.<\/li><li>It is not an agency under OECD.<\/li><li>It was established on the eve of the 1992 Rio Earth Summit to help tackle environmental problems.<\/li><li>It is a&nbsp;private equity fund focused on seeking long term financial returns&nbsp;by investments<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_technologies_for_solar_power_production_consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>Q: With reference to technologies for solar power<br>production, consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) \u2019Photovoltaics\u2019 is a technology that generates electricity by direct conversion of light into electricity, while \u2018Solar Thermal\u2019 is a technology that utilizes the Sun\u2019s rays to generate heat which is further used in electricity generation process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Photovoltaics generates Alternating Current (AC), while Solar Thermal generates Direct Current (DC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) India has manufacturing base for Solar Thermal technology, but not for Photovoltaics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_1\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is&nbsp;Option 1.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Photovoltaic (PV) devices&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It generates electricity directly from sunlight&nbsp;using PV cells made up of semiconductors.<\/li><li>It converts optional radiation into electricity.<\/li><li>Several solar thermal systems can collect and transform radiant energy received from the sun into high-temperature thermal (heat) energy, which can be used directly or converted into electricity. Hence&nbsp;Statement 1 is Correct.<\/li><li>Solar energy can be converted directly into electrical energy&nbsp;(direct current, DC)&nbsp;by photovoltaic (PV) cells commonly called solar cells. Hence&nbsp;Statement 2&nbsp;is Not Correct.<\/li><li>India has a manufacturing base for Solar Thermal technology as well as for Photovoltaics. Hence&nbsp;Statement 3 is Not Correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_languages\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following languages:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Gujarati<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Kannada<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Telugu<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above has\/have been declared as \u2018Classical Language \/ Languages\u2019 by the Government?<\/p>\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 Option 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Classical Language<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Currently, there are six languages that enjoy the \u2018Classical\u2019 status in India: Tamil (declared in 2004), Sanskrit (2005), Kannada (2008), Telugu (2008), Malayalam (2013), and Odia (2014). Therefore, Gujarati is not classical language but Telugu and Kannada are classical language. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/li><li>The Ministry of Culture provides the guidelines regarding Classical languages.<\/li><li>Guidelines for declaring a language as \u2018Classical\u2019 are:<\/li><li>High antiquity of its early texts\/recorded history over a period of 1500-2000 years;<\/li><li>A body of ancient literature\/texts, which is considered a valuable heritage by generations of speakers;<\/li><li>The literary tradition be original and not borrowed from another speech community;<\/li><li>The classical language and literature being distinct from modern, there may also be a discontinuity between the classical language and its later forms or its offshoots.<\/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>a) Dampa Tiger Reserve : Mizoram<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary : Sikkim<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Saramati Peak : Nagaland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above pairs is \/are correctly matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-3\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Dampa tiger reserve<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is located in Mizoram. Hence, Pair 1 is correctly matched.<\/li><li>It covers an area of about 500 km2 in the Lushai Hills at an altitude range of 800\u20131,100 m.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was declared a tiger reserve in 1994 and is part of Project Tiger.<\/li><li>The tropical forests of Dampa Tiger Reserve are home to a diverse flora and fauna.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It consists of forest interpolated with steep precipitous hills, deep valleys, jungle streams, ripping rivulets, natural salts licks.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This is located in Tripura. Hence, Pair 2 is not correctly matched.<\/li><li>It covers an area of about 389.54 sq km.<\/li><li>It is home to animals like elephants, sambar, buffalo, yapping deer, serow, wild goat, etc.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Saramati<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a peak located in Nagaland. Hence, Pair 3 is correctly matched.<\/li><li>It is located near Thanamir Village in the Kiphire district of Nagaland.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_a_conservation_organization_called_Wetlands_International_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>Q: With reference to a conservation organization called Wetlands International\u2019, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies.<\/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 Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wetlands international<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>The Ramsar Convention was signed in 1971 in Iran but Wetlands international was formed in 1954.<\/li><li>As it was formed way before the Ramsar Convention. Hence Statement 1 is Not Correct.<\/li><li>Wetland International is an NGO. It works to sustain and restore wetlands and their resources for people and biodiversity.<\/li><li>Wetlands International&#8217;s work is in research, advocacy, and engagement with government, corporate and international policy forums and conferences. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_a_grouping_of_countries_known_as_BRICS_consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>Q: With reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) The First Summit of BRICS was held in Rio de Janeiro in 2009.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) South Africa was the last to join the BRICS grouping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-2\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>BRICS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is the acronym coined for an association of five major emerging national economies: Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa.<\/li><li>Originally there were four nations grouped as &#8220;BRIC&#8221; (or &#8220;the BRICs&#8221;). South Africa became the member in 2010 and was last to join. Hence Statement 2 is Correct.<\/li><li>The BRIC grouping&#8217;s first meeting was held in Yekaterinburg, Russia. Hence Statement 1 is not Correct.<\/li><li>The importance of BRICS is self-evident: it represents 42% of the world\u2019s population, 30% of the land area, 24% of global GDP and 16% of international trade.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_diseases\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following diseases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Diphtheria<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Chickenpox<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Smallpox<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above diseases has\/have been eradicated in India?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_3_only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Smallpox<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a serious infectious disease caused by the Variola virus.<\/li><li>Smallpox was eradicated, and no cases of naturally occurring smallpox have happened since 1977.<\/li><li>It spreads by direct and fairly prolonged face-to-face contact between people.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Diphtheria<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a serious bacterial infection which affects the mucous membranes of the throat and nose.<\/li><li>A type of bacteria called Corynebacterium diphtheriae causes diphtheria.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Chickenpox<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>The chickenpox infection caused by the Varicella-zoster virus (VZV).<\/li><li>The virus can spread through: saliva, coughing, sneezing, contact with fluid.<\/li><li>Therefore, according to the above-given options, Smallpox is the only disease eradicated from India. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_phenomena_might_have_influenced_the_evolution_of_organisms\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following phenomena might have influenced the evolution of organisms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Continental drift<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Glacial cycles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Both1_and_2\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Both1 and 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Continental drift theory<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This theory was propounded b Alfred Wegner.<\/li><li>This theory deals with the distribution of the oceans and the continents.<\/li><li>According to this theory, all the continents formed a single continental mass- Pangea and mega ocean- Panthalassa surrounded it.<\/li><li>Pangaea started splitting and broke down into two large continental masses as Laurasia and Gondwanaland forming the northern and southern components respectively.<\/li><li>The Continental drift must have moved some animals from one continent to others and few getting stuck in the same place, which must have influenced the evolution.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Glacial cycles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It would have affected evolution as many might not able to tolerate extreme cold and would have extincted.<\/li><li>The rise in sea level due to glacial melt also might have affected the evolution of organisms.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Other_than_poaching_what_are_the_possible_reasons_for_the_decline_in_the_population_of_Ganges_River_Dolphins\"><\/span>Q: Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganges River Dolphins?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Construction of dams and barrages on rivers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Increase in the population of crocodiles in rivers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Getting trapped in fishing nets accidentally<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Use of synthetic fertilizers and other agricultural chemicals in crop-fields in the vicinity of rivers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_3_and_4_only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1, 3 and 4 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Gangetic dolphin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is declared as the national aquatic animal of India.<\/li><li>The Ganga river dolphins are one of the four freshwater dolphins found in the world.<\/li><li>The increasing population of the crocodile in the river is nothing to do with the decline in the Ganges River Dolphins. Hence, Statement 2 is Not Correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Threats to gangetic dolphin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Due to the construction of dams on river Ganga for irrigation and electricity generation which slow down the flow of the river in the main river channel and destroys their habitat.<\/li><li>Due to the increase of pollution in the Ganga river the favourable condition for dolphins to survive also destroy.<\/li><li>The rainwater carries pollutants, agrochemicals, pesticides and discharges these in the river cause water pollution.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_Radcliffe_Committee_was_appointed_to\"><\/span>Q: The Radcliffe Committee was appointed to<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) solve the problem of minorities in India<br>b) give effect to the Independence Bill<br>c) delimit the boundaries between India and Pakistan<br>d) enquire into the riots in East Bengal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-4\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Radcliffe Committee<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It was named after the chairman of the Border Commissions, Sir Cyril Radcliffe.<\/li><li>This committee divided India into three halves: West Pakistan, East Pakistan, and India.<\/li><li>The Indian Independence Act gave effect to the Independence bill. The Indian Independence Act was based upon the Mountbatten plan.<\/li><li>The Radcliffe Line is a boundary demarcation line between India and Pakistan upon the Partition of India. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Brominated_flame_retardants_are_used_in_many_household_products_like_mattresses_and_upholstery_Why_is_there_some_concern_about_their_use\"><\/span>Q: Brominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and upholstery.<br>Why is there some concern about their use?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) They are highly resistant to degradation in the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) They are able to accumulate in humans and animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Both_1_and_2\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Both 1 and 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flame retardants<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is used to make it more difficult for a material to ignite or to reduce the spread of fire, but they do not make the material non-flammable.<\/li><li>Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) are used as flame retardants They\u2019re persistent, bio-accumulative, and toxic to both humans and the environment.<\/li><li>They easily don&#8217;t degrade in the environment. Hence Statement 1 is Correct.<\/li><li>They can accumulate in humans and animals causing many diseases. Hence Statement 2 is also Correct.<\/li><li>Hence both the answer is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Bats<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Bears<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Rodents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The phenomenon of hibernation can be observed in<br>which of the above kinds of animals?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_2_and_3\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1, 2 and 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hibernation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is a state of inactivity and metabolic depression in endothermic species characterized by low body temperature, slow breathing and heart rate, and low metabolic rate.<\/li><li>It is a state of inactivity and reduced metabolic activity that occurs during the winter season in some animals. During this period metabolic rate is reduced.<\/li><li>It is a mechanism of survival.<\/li><li>It is found in Bat ,bear and rodents etc.<\/li><li>Hence all the statement is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_one_of_the_following_is_the_largest_Committee_of_the_Parliament\"><\/span>Q: Which one of the following is the largest Committee<br>of the Parliament?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) The Committee on Public Accounts<br>b) The Committee on Estimates<br>c) The Committee on Public Undertakings<br>d) The Committee on Petitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-3\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Estimates Committee<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is the largest Committee of the Parliament. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/li><li>It has 30 members and all these members are from Lok Sabha.<\/li><li>This committee tries to report the economy and efficiency in expenditures.<\/li><li>The members are elected by Lok Sabha members from amongst themselves every year by principles of proportional representation by means of a single transferable vote so that all parties get a due presentation in it.<\/li><li>A minister cannot be elected as member \/ Chairman of the estimates committee.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_addsadd_carbon_dioxide_to_the_carbon_cycle_on_the_planet_Earth\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following adds\/add carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on the planet Earth?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Volcanic action<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Respiration<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Photosynthesis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Decay of organic matter<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_2_and_4_only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1, 2 and 4 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Producers remove the carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and hydrosphere through the process of photosynthesis. They convert carbon dioxide to glucose. Hence, Statement 3rd is wrong.<\/li><li>The process of respiration releases carbon dioxide back to air or water (aquatic ecosystem). Hence, Statement 2nd is correct.<\/li><li>Decomposers release carbon stored in bodies of dead organisms back to the atmosphere. Hence, Statement 4th is correct.<\/li><li>Volcanoes emit carbon dioxide in two ways: during eruptions and through underground magma. Hence, Statement 1 correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_If_you_walk_through_countryside_you_are_likely_to_see_some_birds_stalking_alongside_the_cattle_to_seize_the_insects_disturbed_by_their_movement_through_grasses\"><\/span>Q: If you walk through countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside the cattle to seize<br>the insects, disturbed by their movement through grasses.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the following is\/are such bird\/birds?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Painted Stork<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Common Myna<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Black-necked Crane<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_2_only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 2 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Painted Stork<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a fish eating bird. Hence, Code 1 is incorrect.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Common Myna<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is an opportunistic feeder on inspects, disturbed by grazing cattle.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Black-necked crane<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Found in Trans-himalayan region<\/li><li>Only found in Arunanchal Pradesh and Ladakh (WWF). therefore we are unlikely to find it while walking through \u201ccountry side\u201d in all states and places .<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_In_medieval_India_the_designations_%E2%80%98Mahattara_and_%E2%80%98Pattakila_were_used_for\"><\/span>Q: In medieval India, the designations \u2018Mahattara\u2019 and \u2018Pattakila\u2019 were used for<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) military officers<br>b) village headmen<br>c) specialists in Vedic rituals<br>d) chiefs of craft guilds<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-4\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mahattara and Pattakila<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It were the terms used for village headmen in Medieval India.<\/li><li>A village headman is the community leader of a village or a small town.<\/li><li>He performs various duties in the village and acts as a dispute resolver or mediator in resolving disputes relating to the village or individuals.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Lichens_which_are_capable_of_initiating_ecological_succession_even_on_a_bare_rock_are_actually_a_symbiotic_association_of\"><\/span>Q: Lichens, which are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, are actually a symbiotic association of<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) algae and bacteria<br>b) algae and fungi<br>c) bacteria and fungi<br>d) fungi and mosses<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-5\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A lichen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is not a single organism.<\/li><li>It is a stable symbiotic association between a fungus and algae and\/or cyanobacteria. Hence, option 2 is correct.<\/li><li>The study of lichens is called Lichenology.<\/li><li>Lichens are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, Lichens are called pioneer colonizers of bare rock.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_If_you_travel_through_the_Himalayas_you_are_Iikely_to_see_which_of_the_following_plants_naturally_growing_there\"><\/span>Q: If you travel through the Himalayas, you are Iikely to see which of the following plants naturally growing there?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Oak<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Rhododendron<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Sandalwood<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_and_2_only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1 and 2 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Oak and Rhododendron<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>These are characteristic plants of the Temperate forest. Temperate forests are mainly found in the middle altitudes of the Himalayas.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Sandalwoods<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This is found in tropical deciduous forests or monsoon forests which are found in southern states of India but the presence is \u2018negligible\u2019 and\/or confined only to North-eastern states.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_are_some_important_pollutants_released_by_steel_industry_in_India\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following are some important pollutants released by steel industry in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Oxides of sulphur<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Oxides of nitrogen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Carbon monoxide<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Carbon dioxide<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_2_3_and_4\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1, 2, 3 and 4.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Air pollutants are released from steel industries in India, which includes gaseous substances such as oxides of sulphur, oxides of nitrogen (mainly NO2 and NO), oxides of carbon (CO2 and CO).<\/li><li>In steel furnace, coke reacts with iron ore, releasing iron along with the generation of oxides of sulphur, nitrogen and carbon.<\/li><li>Hence, Statement 1, 2, 3 and 4 are correct.<\/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<p>a) Avanti<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Gandhara<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Kosala<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Magadha<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-5\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 3<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Avanti whose capital was Ujjain,was not directly related to life of Buddha, so this can be eliminated. Hence statement 1 is wrong.<\/li><li>Pasenadi (Prasenajit), king of Kosala, was the Buddha\u2019s contemporary and is frequently mentioned in Pali texts.<\/li><li>Kosala and Magadha were linked through matrimonial ties.<\/li><li>Buddha wandered through the towns and villages in the kingdoms of Kosala and Magadha teaching his philosophy. Hence, Statement 3 and 4 are correct.<\/li><li>Whereas Gandhara is not directly associated with the life of Buddha. It was expansion of Maurya empire that Gandhara received much Buddhist influence, notably during the reign of Asoka. Hence, Statement 2 is incorrect.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Every_year_a_month_long_ecologically_important_campaignfestival_is_held_during_which_certain_communities_tribes_plant_saplings_of_fruit-bearing_trees_Which_of_the_following_are_such_communities_tribes\"><\/span>Q: Every year, a month long ecologically important campaign\/festival is held during which certain communities\/ tribes plant saplings of fruit-bearing trees. Which of the following are such communities\/ tribes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Bhutia and Lepcha<br>b) Gond and Korku<br>c) lrula and Toda<br>d) Sahariya and Agariya<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-6\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Every&nbsp;monsoon, the&nbsp;Gond and Korku&nbsp;tribes&nbsp;of Madhya Pradesh&#8217;s Betul and Harda districts celebrate Hari Jiroti.<\/li><li>It is a&nbsp;month-long festival&nbsp;of greenery,&nbsp;during&nbsp;which the tribals&nbsp;plant saplings of fruit-bearing trees.<\/li><li>The Gond and Korku tribes celebrate a month long ecologically important campaign\/festival in which they plant saplings of fruit-bearing trees. It is celebrated annually.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_sales_tax_you_pay_while_purchasing_a_toothpaste_is_a\"><\/span>Q: The sales tax you pay while purchasing a toothpaste is a<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) tax imposed by the Central Government<br>b) tax imposed by the Central Government but collected by the State Government<br>c) tax imposed by the State Government but collected by the Central Government<br>d) tax imposed and collected by the State Government<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_4\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 4.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sales Tax<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>The sales tax you pay while purchasing a toothpaste is the tax imposed and collected by the state government, as stated in the CST 1956 act of also known as The Central Sales Tax Act.<\/li><li>It is paid to the Sale Tax Authority in the state from where the goods are moved or sold or bought. Whereas now all these taxes come under the GST, also known as Goods and Service Tax. Hence, Option 4 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_does_venture_capital_mean\"><\/span>Q: What does venture capital mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) A short-term capital provided to industries<br>b) A long-term start-up capital provided to new entrepreneurs<br>c) Funds provided to industries at times of incurring losses<br>d) Funds provided for replacement and renovation of industries<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-7\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Venture capital<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is A long-term start-up capital provided to new entrepreneurs. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/li><li>It is a form of private equity and a type of financing that investors provide to start-up companies and small businesses that are believed to have long-term growth potential.<\/li><li>It generally comes from well-off investors, investment banks, and any other financial institutions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_main_objective_of_the_12th_Five-Year_Plan_is\"><\/span>Q: The main objective of the 12th Five-Year Plan is<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) inclusive growth and poverty reductions<br>b) inclusive and sustainable growth<br>c) sustainable and inclusive growth to reduce unemployment<br>d) faster, sustainable and more inclusive growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_4-2\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 4.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Twelfth Five Year Plan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It lasted from 2012-2017.<\/li><li>It was launched with the objective of faster, sustainable, and more inclusive growth. Hence, Option 4 is correct.<\/li><li>The&nbsp;Twelfth Five Year Plan&nbsp;lasted&nbsp;from 2012-2017.<\/li><li>It was launched with the objective of&nbsp;faster, sustainable, and more inclusive&nbsp;growth.<\/li><li>It was the last five-year plan.<\/li><li>The plan was under the leadership of Manmohan&nbsp;Singh&nbsp;and Narendra Modi.<\/li><li>Its growth rate target was 8%.<\/li><li>Later, the government has dissolved the Planning Commission with the NITI Aayog.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_Balance_of_Payments_which_of_the_following_constitutesconstitute_the_Current_Account\"><\/span>Q: With reference to Balance of Payments, which of the following constitutes\/constitute the Current Account?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Balance of trade<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Foreign assets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Balance of invisibles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Special Drawing Right<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_and_3_only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The balance of payment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a record of all monetary transactions made between the residents of one country and the rest of the world.<\/li><li>A balance of payments deficit means the nation imports are more than it exports.<\/li><li>The two components of the Balance of Payments are the current account and capital account.<\/li><li>The current account includes trade in goods and services (Invisibles) and transfer payments etc.<\/li><li>The capital account includes Foreign Direct Investment, Foreign Portfolio Investment, External Commercial Borrowings, SDR.<\/li><li>The capital account records all international purchases and sales of assets such as money, stocks, bonds, etc.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_terms_%E2%80%98Marginal_Standing_Facility_Rate_and_%E2%80%98Net_Demand_and_Time_Liabilities_sometimes_appearing_in_news_are_used_in_relation_to\"><\/span>Q: The terms \u2018Marginal Standing Facility Rate\u2019 and \u2018Net Demand and Time Liabilities\u2019, sometimes appearing in news, are used in relation to<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) banking operations<br>b) communication networking<br>c) military strategies<br>d) supply and demand of agricultural products<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_1-2\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 1.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Marginal Standing Facility (MSF)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is the rate at which banks borrow funds overnight from the RBI against approved government securities.<\/li><li>Under MSF, banks can borrow funds up to one percentage of their net demand and time liabilities (NDTL).<\/li><li>It used by banks to borrow from the Reserve Bank of India in an emergency situation when inter-bank liquidity dries up completely. Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_isare_the_facilityfacilities_the_beneficiaries_can_get_from_the_services_of_Business_Correspondent_Bank_Saathi_in_branchless_areas\"><\/span>Q: What is\/are the facility\/facilities the beneficiaries can get from the services of Business Correspondent (Bank Saathi) in branchless areas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) It enables the beneficiaries to draw their subsidies and social security benefits in their villages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) It enables the beneficiaries in the rural areas to make deposits and withdrawals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Both_1_and_2-2\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Both 1 and 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Business Correspondent (BC) Model<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It was&nbsp;initiated&nbsp;by the&nbsp;Reserve Bank of India (RBI)&nbsp;in 2006 to upgrade financial inclusion in India.<\/li><li>Business Correspondents are agents who represent banks and are responsible for delivering banking services at locations other than a bank branch\/ATM.<\/li><li>Services offered by Business Correspondent (Bank Saathi) in branchless areas are<\/li><li>Giving access to banking,<\/li><li>It also enables government subsidies and social security benefits to be directly credited to the accounts of the beneficiaries, enabling them to draw the money from the bank saathi or business correspondents in their village itself. Hence, Statement 1 and 2 are correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_In_the_context_of_Indian_economy_which_of_the_following_isare_the_purposepurposes_of_%E2%80%98Statutory_Reserve_Requirements\"><\/span>Q: In the context of Indian economy; which of the following is\/are the purpose\/purposes of \u2018Statutory Reserve Requirements\u2019?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) To enable the Central Bank to control the amount of advances the banks can create<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) To make the people\u2019s deposits with banks safe and liquid<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) To prevent the commercial banks from making excessive profits<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) To force the banks to have sufficient vault cash to meet their day-to-day requirements<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Statutory Reserve Requirement<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a quantitative monetary policy instrument to manage liquidity.<\/li><li>RBI requires commercial banks to keep reserves in order to ensure that banks have sufficient assets to draw on when account holders want to be paid. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.<\/li><li>Cash Reserve Ratio is the fraction of their deposits that banks must keep with RBI to make the people&#8217;s deposits with banks safe and liquid.<\/li><li>When the central bank wants to increase the money supply in the economy, it lowers the reserve ratio. Hence it enables the Central Bank to control the number of advances the banks can create. Hence statement 1 is correct.<\/li><li>Reserve requirements are designed as \u201cprecautionary measures\u201d to control the economy and not to stop banks from \u201cexcessive\u201d profit and not to force the banks to have sufficient cash to meet their day-to-day requirements. Hence statement 3 and 4 is incorrect.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Recently_a_series_of_uprisings_of_people_referred_to_as_%E2%80%98Arab_Spring_originally_started_from\"><\/span>Q: Recently, a series of uprisings of people referred to as \u2018Arab Spring\u2019 originally started from<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Egypt<br>b) Lebanon<br>c) Syria<br>d) Tunisia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_4-3\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 4.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Arab Spring<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It was a revolutionary wave of demonstrations protests and civil wars in the Arab world that began on 18 December 2010 and spread throughout the countries of the Arab League.<\/li><li>It originally started from Tunisia. Hence, Option 4 is correct.<\/li><li>Tunisia is bordered by Algeria and Libya and has a marine boundary with the Mediterranean Sea.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_countries\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following countries:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Denmark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Japan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Russian Federation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) United Kingdom<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>e) United States of America<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above are the members of the \u2018Arctic<br>Council \u2018?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_3_and_5_only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1, 3 and 5 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Arctic Council:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a high-level intergovernmental body set up in 1996 by the Ottawa declaration.<\/li><li>It is an intergovernmental forum promoting cooperation in the Arctic region.<\/li><li>Members of the Arctic Council are Canada, the Kingdom of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, the Russian Federation, Sweden and the United States of America as a member of the Arctic Council. Therefore, Japan and united Kingdom are not members of Arctic Council. Hence, Option 4 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_pairs-2\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following pairs:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Region_often_in_news_Country\"><\/span>Region often in news Country<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Chechnya : Russian Federation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Darfur : Mali<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Swat Valley : Iraq<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above pairs is\/are correctly matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_only-2\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>All regions were affected by some conflict,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chechnya<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is republic in southwestern&nbsp;Russia. Hence, Pair 1 is correctly matched.<\/li><li>It is situated on the northern flank of the Greater Caucasus range.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is conquered by Russia in 1858.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Darfur<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It&nbsp;is a region in western&nbsp;Sudan. Hence, Pair 1 is not correctly matched.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Swat Valley<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It&nbsp;is&nbsp;known as&nbsp;the \u201cmini Switzerland\u201d.<\/li><li>It is a province in&nbsp;Pakistan.&nbsp;Hence, Pair 2 is not correctly matched.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_reference_to_Agni-IV_Missile_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>Q: Which reference to Agni-IV Missile, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) It is a surface-to-surface missile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) It is fuelled by liquid propellant only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) It can deliver one-tonne nuclear warheads about 7500 km away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_Only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1 Only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Agni-IV<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Agni-IV is a nuclear-capable long-range ballistic missile of India, with a strike range of 4,000 km.<\/li><li>It is indigenously developed and it is a two-stage surface-to-surface missile. Hence, statement 1 is correct.<\/li><li>It is 20 metres long with a weight of 17 tonnes.<\/li><li>It is a two stage solid fuelled system that can carry a one-tonne nuclear warhead over a distance of 4,000 kilometres. Hence, statements 2 and 3 are not correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_two_non-conventional_energy_sources_called_%E2%80%98coalbed_methane_and_%E2%80%98shale_gas_consider_the_following_%E2%80%98statements\"><\/span>Q: With reference to two non-conventional energy sources called \u2018coalbed methane\u2019 and \u2018shale gas\u2019, consider the following \u2018statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Coalbed methane is the pure methane gas extracted from coal seams, while shale gas is a mixture of propane and butane only that can be extracted from fine-grained sedimentary rocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) In India abundant coalbed methane sources exist, but so far no shale gas sources have been found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Neither_1_nor_2\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Neither 1 nor 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shale gas&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It refers to natural&nbsp;gas&nbsp;that is trapped within&nbsp;shale&nbsp;formations.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Shales&nbsp;are&nbsp;fine-grained sedimentary rocks&nbsp;that&nbsp;can&nbsp;be rich sources of petroleum and natural&nbsp;gas.<\/li><li>It&nbsp;is natural&nbsp;gas&nbsp;and is a&nbsp;hydrocarbon&nbsp;gas mixture.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It consists mainly of&nbsp;methane.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It contains other hydrocarbons&nbsp;like ethane,&nbsp;propane, and butane, and it also contains carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and hydrogen sulfide.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.<\/li><li>India has identified six basins as areas for shale gas exploration: Cambay (Gujarat), Assam-Arakan (North East), Gondwana (Central India), Krishna Godavari onshore (East Coast),&nbsp;Cauvery&nbsp;onshore, and Indo-Gangetic basins.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 2&nbsp;is not correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Coalbed methane<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It&nbsp;is a non-conventional and is a major source of&nbsp;natural gas.<\/li><li>It is extracted from coal seams.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98Changpa_community_of_India_consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>Q: With reference to \u2018Changpa\u2019 community of India, consider the following statements :<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) They live mainly in the State of Uttarakhand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) They rear the Pashmina goats that yield a fine wool<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) They are kept in the category of Scheduled Tribes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_2_and_3_only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 2 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Changpa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>They are a semi-nomadic Tibetan ethnic group found mainly in Zanskar region of Jammu and Kashmir. Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.<\/li><li>They rear the Pashmina goats that yield a fine wool. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/li><li>They are kept in the category of Scheduled Tribes. In 1989, Changpas were declared as the Scheduled Tribes. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_In_India_cluster_bean_Guar_is_traditionally_used_as_a_vegetable_or_animal_feed_but_recently_the_cultivation_of_this_has_assumed_significance_Which_one_of_the_following_statements_is_correct_in_this_context\"><\/span>Q: In India, cluster bean (Guar) is traditionally used as a vegetable or animal feed, but recently the cultivation of this has assumed significance. Which one of the following statements is correct in this context?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) The oil extracted from seeds is used in the<br>manufacture of biodegradable plastics<br>b) The gum made from its seeds is used in the<br>extraction of shale gas<br>c) The leaf extract of this plant has the properties<br>of anti-histamines<br>d) It is a source of high quality biodiesel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_2-8\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Guar gum<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is used in hydraulic fracturing technology during shale gas extraction.<\/li><li>Synthetized from a small bean named guar, guar gum is an organic substance used to increase the viscosity of hydraulic fracturing fluids, which makes hydraulic fracturing more effective by improving the results of the pressure pumping of fluids to the fractures made to the reservoir rocks.<\/li><li>It is native to India and is widely grown in dry, warm, and arid regions.<\/li><li>It is a source of Guar gum. Guar gum is derived from guar seeds, a legume crop that grows in semi-arid regions of Rajasthan, Gujarat and Haryana.<\/li><li>It is traditionally used as a vegetable or animal feed. The gum made from its seeds is used in the extraction of shale gas. Hence, option 2 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_have_coral_reefs\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following have coral reefs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Andaman and Nicobar Islands<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Gulf of Kachchh<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Gulf of Mannar<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Sunderbans<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_2_and_3_only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1, 2 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Coral Reefs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Most of the world&#8217;s coral reefs are located within the tropical zone between 30\u00ba N and 30\u00ba S latitude.<\/li><li>The most favourable temperature for the growth of the coral reefs is between 23\u00b0C to 25\u00b0C.<\/li><li>The Coral reefs in India are mainly restricted to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Gulf of Mannar, Gulf of Kutch, Palk Strait and the Lakshadweep islands. Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/li><li>All of these reefs are Fringing reefs, except Lakshadweep which are Atolls. While Sundarbans do not have coral reef.<\/li><li>Corals can survive only under saline conditions with an average salinity between 27% to 40%.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_In_India_the_problem_of_soil_erosion_is_associated_with_which_of_the_following\"><\/span>Q: In India, the problem of soil erosion is associated with which of the following?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Terrace cultivation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Deforestation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Tropical climate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_2_Only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 2 Only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Soil erosion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is the removal of the topmost fertile layer of the soil through wind or water.<\/li><li>Anthropogenic activities are responsible for soil erosion to a great extent.<\/li><li>As the human population increases, the demand on the land also increases.<\/li><li>Forest and other natural vegetation are removed for human settlement, for cultivation, for grazing animals and for various other needs. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/li><li>Improper use of land leads to soil erosion.<\/li><li>Terrace farming, contour ploughing, etc are the measures to control soil erosion.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_seasonal_reversal_of_winds_is_the_typical_characteristic_of\"><\/span>Q: The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Equatorial climate<br>b) Mediterranean climate<br>(e. Monsoon climate<br>d) All of the above climates<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-6\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Monsoon type of climate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Seasonal reversal of wind is feature of monsoonal climate. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/li><li>This type of climate is best developed in the Indian subcontinent, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, parts of Vietnam, and south china and northern Australis.<\/li><li>It is characterized by the onshore wet monsoon in summer and offshore dry monsoon in winter.<\/li><li>The basic cause of monsoon climates is the difference in the rate of heating and cooling of land and sea. Monsoon refers to the seasonal reversal in the wind direction during a year.<\/li><li>The monsoon type of climate is characterized by a distinct seasonal pattern.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Equatorial type of climate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Equatorial type of climate is found in the Amazon basin in South America, Congo basin in Africa, 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.<\/li><li>This type of climate is located till 5 degrees to 10 degrees on either side of the equator.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_the_cultural_history_of_India_the_term_%E2%80%98Panchayatan_refers_to\"><\/span>Q: With reference to the cultural history of India, the term \u2018Panchayatan\u2019 refers to<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) an assembly of village elders<br>b) a religious sect<br>c) a style of temple construction<br>d) an administrative functionary<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-7\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Panchayatan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a style of temple construction that has a central shrine surrounded by four other shrines. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/li><li>It has a main shrine which is surrounded by four subsidiary shrines.<\/li><li>The main shrine is surrounded by four subsidiary shrines at four different corners, making it total of five shrines.<\/li><li>In the Panchayatana style of temple architecture, the main shrine is built on a rectangular plinth.<\/li><li>Famous examples of this style of architecture are Kandariya Mahadeva Temple in Khajuraho, Lingaraja Temple in Bhubaneswar, Dashavatara Temple in Deogarh, Uttar Pradesh.<\/li><\/ul>\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<p>a) Barak<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Lohit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Subansiri<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above flows \/ flow through Arunachal Pradesh?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_2_and_3_only-2\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 2 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Barak River<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It flows through the states of Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Assam in India and into the Bay of Bengal. It does not flow through Arunachal Pradesh. Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.<\/li><li>It rises in the Manipur Hills in northern Manipur state, India, where it is called the Barak.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Lohit river<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a river in Arunachal Pradesh and is a tributary of River Brahmaputra. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/li><li>It originates in eastern Tibet, in the Zayal Chu range, and surges through Arunachal Pradesh.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Subansiri River<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It flows through the Indian states of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, and the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.<\/li><li>It is the largest tributary of the River Brahmaputra.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_pairs_Wetlands_Confluence_of_rivers\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following pairs:<br>Wetlands Confluence of rivers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Harike Wetlands                                     Confluence of Beas and Satluj\/Sutlej<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keoladeo Ghana National Park               Confluence of Banas and Chambal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kolleru Lake                                             Confluence of Musi and Krishna<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above pairs is\/are correctly matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_1_only-3\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 1 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Harike Wetlands<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It was formed by constructing the headworks across the Sutlej river.<\/li><li>The headworks is located downstream of the confluence of the Beas and Sutlej river.<\/li><li>It is one of the&nbsp;largest man-made wetlands&nbsp;of northern India.<\/li><li>This wetland shares its area with the Tarntaran, Ferozpur, and Kapurthala districts of Punjab.<\/li><li>It came into existence after the construction of a barrage near the confluence of rivers&nbsp;Sutlej and Beas&nbsp;in&nbsp;1952.&nbsp;Hence, Pair 1 is correct.<\/li><li>It is also a Ramsar site.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Keoladeo Ghana National Park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is formed by confluence of Gambira and Banganga rivers. Hence, Pair 2 is not correct.<\/li><li>It is a&nbsp;man-made and man-managed wetland in Rajasthan. It&nbsp;is also declared a World Heritage site.<\/li><li>It is situated at the confluence of the&nbsp;Gambhir and Banganga&nbsp;rivers.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was&nbsp;designated as&nbsp;a&nbsp;Ramsar site under the&nbsp;Wetland Convention in October 1981.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Kolleru Lake<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a freshwater lake in&nbsp;Andhra Pradesh.<\/li><li>It was previously a lagoon.<\/li><li>It was&nbsp;designated a wetland of international importance in&nbsp;November 2002&nbsp;under the international&nbsp;Ramsar Convention.<\/li><li>It lies between the&nbsp;Godavari and Krishna&nbsp;river deltas. Hence, Pair 3 is not correct.<\/li><li>Many birds migrate here in winters, such as&nbsp;Siberian cranes, ibis, and painted storks.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_one_of_the_following_pairs_does_not_form_part_of_the_six_systems_of_Indian_Philosophy\"><\/span>Q: Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of Indian Philosophy? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Mimamsa and Vedanta<br>b) Nyaya and Vaisheshika<br>c) Lokayata and Kapalika<br>d) Sankhya and Yoga<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_3-8\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Six major systems of Hindu Philosophy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>SCHOOL<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>FOUNDER<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>DETAIL<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nyaya<\/td><td>Akshapada Gautama Rishi<\/td><td>It is a school that deals with logic and epistemology.<br>The teaching of Nyaya states that the suffering of human existence is caused by the cycle of death and rebirth.<br>It enlists four valid (Pramana) and four invalid means of gaining knowledge.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vaisheshika<\/td><td>Kannada Rishi<\/td><td>This school acknowledges the existence of God or of the supreme soul.<br>The focus on the teachings of this system is on the realisation of the true nature of the Soul as different from all creation.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Samkhya<\/td><td>Kapila Acharya<\/td><td>It explores the understanding of the creator and the creation.<br>There are two external realities: soul and nature.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ashtanga Yoga<\/td><td>Rishi Patanjali<\/td><td>The eight-limbs of Yoga sutras highlight how to connect with the greater cosmic essence and enhance spirituality.<br>These eight-limbs include-<br>Yama (moral conduct)<br>Niyama (Disciple)<br>&nbsp;Asana (right posture)<br>Pranayama (effective breathing)<br>Pratyahara (withdrawing the senses)<br>&nbsp;Dharana (to concentrate on one object)<br>Dhyana (meditation)<br>Samadhi (supreme bliss\/ salvation)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Purva Mimamsa<\/td><td>Rishi Jaimini<\/td><td>It&nbsp;provides details on why it is&nbsp;important to conduct Vedic rituals for a person to attain the last ultimate goal of life which is Moksha.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vedanta<\/td><td>The philosophical school was grounded by VED-VYAS.<br><br>Advaita Vedanta by Shankaracharya<br>Vishista Advaita by Ramanujacharya<br>&nbsp;Dvaita Vedanta by Madhavacharya<br>Dvaitadvaita Vedanta by Nimbaraka<br>Shuddha Advaita Vedanta by Vallabhacharya.<\/td><td>It is the last of the four forms of Vedas.&nbsp;Brahmanas, Samhitas, and Aranyakas&nbsp;are the others.<br>Vedanta means the end, completion or perfection of knowledge.<br>The VEDANTA school is divided into three parts according to how they regard the relationship between God and the Unive<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, Lokayata and Kapalika do not form of Six system of Indian philosophy. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_pairs-3\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following pairs:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hills                                 Region <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cardamom Hills         : Coromandel Coast<br>Kaimur Hills               : Konkan Coast<br>Mahadeo Hills           : Central India<br>Mikir Hills                  : North-East India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_3_and_4_only\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 3 and 4 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cardamom Hill<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It located in&nbsp;Kerala and south-west Tamil Nadu. Hence, Pair 1 is not correctly matched.<\/li><li>This is located on the&nbsp;south-western side&nbsp;of India.<\/li><li>This hills produces tea, coffee, teak, cardamom, and bamboo.<\/li><li>The Anamudi&nbsp;is the highest peak with&nbsp;2,695 meters (8,842 ft)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Kaimur Hill<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This&nbsp;is the eastern portion of the&nbsp;Vindhya Range. Hence, Pair 2 is not correctly matched.<\/li><li>This range is present in&nbsp;Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Mahadeo Hill<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a range of hills in Madhya Pradesh state of&nbsp;central India. Hence, Pair 3 is correctly matched.<\/li><li>This is located in the northern part of the Satpura Range.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Mikir Hill<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This is&nbsp;located to the south of the&nbsp;Kaziranga National Park, Assam.<\/li><li>This is in&nbsp;north-east India and part of&nbsp;Karbi-Plateau. Hence, Pair 4 is correctly matched.<\/li><li>Dambuchko&nbsp;is the highest peak of Mikir Hills.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_pairs-4\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following pairs:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hills                                 Region <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cardamom Hills         : Coromandel Coast<br>Kaimur Hills               : Konkan Coast<br>Mahadeo Hills           : Central India<br>Mikir Hills                  : North-East India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_3_and_4_only-2\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is 3 and 4 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cardamom Hill<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It located in&nbsp;Kerala and south-west Tamil Nadu. Hence, Pair 1 is not correctly matched.<\/li><li>This is located on the&nbsp;south-western side&nbsp;of India.<\/li><li>This hills produces tea, coffee, teak, cardamom, and bamboo.<\/li><li>The Anamudi&nbsp;is the highest peak with&nbsp;2,695 meters (8,842 ft)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Kaimur Hill<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This&nbsp;is the eastern portion of the&nbsp;Vindhya Range. Hence, Pair 2 is not correctly matched.<\/li><li>This range is present in&nbsp;Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Mahadeo Hill<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is a range of hills in Madhya Pradesh state of&nbsp;central India. Hence, Pair 3 is correctly matched.<\/li><li>This is located in the northern part of the Satpura Range.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Mikir Hill<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This is&nbsp;located to the south of the&nbsp;Kaziranga National Park, Assam.<\/li><li>This is in&nbsp;north-east India and part of&nbsp;Karbi-Plateau. Hence, Pair 4 is correctly matched.<\/li><li>Dambuchko&nbsp;is the highest peak of Mikir Hills.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_one_of_the_following_Schedules_of_the_Constitution_of_India_contains_provisions_regarding_anti-defection\"><\/span>Q: Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisions regarding anti-defection? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Second Schedule<br>b) Fifth Schedule<br>c) Eighth Schedule<br>d) Tenth Schedule<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_Option_4-4\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is Option 4.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;Tenth Schedule&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It was inserted in the Constitution in&nbsp;1985&nbsp;by the&nbsp;52nd Amendment Act. Hence, Option 4 is correct.<\/li><li>It deals with&nbsp;the Anti defection law i.e, provisions as to disqualification on the ground of defection.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Schedules in Indian Constitution<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Schedule<\/td><td>Features<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>First<\/td><td>Names of states and UTs and their territorial jurisdiction and extent.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Second<\/td><td>Provisions of allowances, privileges, emoluments of President of India, Governors, Speakers and Deputy Speakers of the Lok Sabha and Legislative Assembly, Chairman and Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha and Legislative Council, Supreme Court and High Court judges, Comptroller and Auditor-General of India.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Third<\/td><td>Oath and affirmation for Union and States Ministers of India, Candidates for election to the Parliament and State Legislature, Members of Parliament and State Legislature, Supreme Court and High Court judges.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fourth<\/td><td>Contains the provisions in relation to the allocation of seats for States and Union Territories in the Rajya Sabha.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fifth<\/td><td>Contains provisions in relation to the administration and control of scheduled areas and scheduled tribes.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sixth<\/td><td>Contains provisions in relation to the administration of tribal areas in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Seventh<\/td><td>Union, State, and Concurrent list<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Eighth<\/td><td>22 official languages<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ninth<\/td><td>It deals with the state acts and regulations related to land reforms.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tenth<\/td><td>Provisions relating to the disqualification of the members of Parliament and State Legislatures on the ground of defection. This schedule was added by the 52nd&nbsp;Constitutional Amendment Act of 1985.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Eleventh<\/td><td>Provisions that specify the powers, authority, and responsibilities of Panchayats. It has 29 subjects.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Twelfth<\/td><td>Provisions that specify the powers, authority, and responsibilities of Municipalities. It has 18 subjects.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_most_important_strategy_for_the_conservation_of_biodiversity_together_with_traditional_human_life_is_the_establishment_of\"><\/span>Q: The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional human life is the establishment of<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) biosphere reserves<br>b) botanical gardens<br>c) national parks<br>d) wildlife sanctuaries<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_is_option_a\"><\/span>The Correct Answer is option (a) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Biosphere Reserves<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Biosphere reserves are designed to promote the sustainable coexistence of humans and nature, allowing for the conservation of biodiversity while also accommodating the cultural and economic needs of local communities.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>They often involve collaboration between governments, local communities, and conservation organizations to manage natural resources effectively while supporting traditional human activities.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Turkey_is_located_between\"><\/span>Q: Turkey is located between<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Black Sea and Caspian Sea<br>b) Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea<br>c) Gulf of Suez and Mediterranean Sea<br>d) Gulf of Aqaba and Dead Sea<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correct_Answer_Is_option_b\"><\/span>The Correct Answer Is option (b)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Black Sea: Turkey&#8217;s northern coastline borders the Black Sea, which is an inland sea bounded by Europe, Anatolia (Asia Minor), and the Caucasus. The Black Sea provides access to various countries such as Russia, Ukraine, Romania, and Bulgaria.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Mediterranean Sea: Turkey&#8217;s southern coastline stretches along the Mediterranean Sea, a major body of water connecting Europe, Africa, and Asia. The Mediterranean Sea is bordered by Southern Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia, and it is a significant route for maritime trade and transportation.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_is_the_correct_sequence_of_occurrence_of_the_following_cities_in_South-East_Asia_as_one_proceeds_from_south_to_north\"><\/span>Q: What is the correct sequence of occurrence of the following cities in South-East Asia as one proceeds from south to north?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Bangkok<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Hanoi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Jakarta<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Singapore<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_3-4-1-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;3-4-1-2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>The correct sequence of occurrence of the following cities in South-East Asia as one proceeds from south to north is Jakarta-Singapore-Bangkok and Hanoi. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_scientific_view_is_that_the_increase_in_global_temperature_should_not_exceed_2_%C2%B0C_above_preindustrial_level_If_the_global_temperature_increases_beyond_3_%C2%B0C_above_the_pre-industrial_level_what_can_be_its_possible_impactimpacts_on_the_world\"><\/span>Q: The scientific view is that the increase in global temperature should not exceed 2 \u00b0C above pre\u0002industrial level. If the global temperature increases beyond 3 \u00b0C above the pre-industrial level, what can be its possible impact\/impacts on the world?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Terrestrial biosphere tends toward a net carbon source<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Widespread coral mortality will occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) All the global wetlands will permanently disappear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Cultivation of cereals will not be possible anywhere in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_and_2_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Terrestrial biosphere<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>\u2981 It&nbsp;plays a significant role in regulating atmospheric composition and climate.<\/li><li>\u2981 It&nbsp;can release or absorb the greenhouse gases, carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O).<\/li><li>\u2981 It&nbsp;regulates&nbsp;fluxes of energy, water and aerosols between the earth surface and atmosphere.<\/li><li>\u2981 Although a tiny amount of carbon leaves the terrestrial biosphere and enters the oceans as dissolved organic carbon, carbon is most quickly exchanged with the atmosphere. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Corals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is invertebrate animal belonging to a large group of colourful and fascinating animals called Cnidaria.&nbsp;<\/li><li>\u2981 It is extremely diverse marine ecosystems hosting over 4,000 species of fish, massive numbers of cnidarians, molluscs, crustaceans, and many other animals.<\/li><li>\u2981 As&nbsp;temperatures rise, mass coral bleaching events&nbsp;occur. If the temperature keeps on rising, widespread coral mortality will occur. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/li><li>\u2981 The temperate regions can still survive if the temperature increases.&nbsp;The temperate zones are where the widest seasonal changes occur. The vegetation can survive there. Hence, Statement 3 is not correct.<\/li><li>\u2981 The weather should be warm and moist during the early stage of growth of cereals.&nbsp;Therefore, the cultivation of cereals would still be possible if the temperature rises. Hence, Statement 4 is not correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_national_motto_of_India_%E2%80%98Satyameva_Jayate_inscribed_below_the_Emblem_of_India_is_taken_from\"><\/span>Q: The national motto of India, \u2018Satyameva Jayate\u2019 inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Katha Upanishad<br>b) Chandogya Upanishad<br>c) Aitareya Upanishad<br>d) Mundaka Upanishad<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_4\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 4.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mundaka Upanishad<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>The national motto of India, &#8216;Satyameva Jayate&#8217; inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from&nbsp;Mundaka Upanishad.<\/li><li>This motto means &#8220;Truth Alone Triumphs&#8221;. It is&nbsp;written in Devanagari script.<\/li><li>It is ranked fifth among the 108 Upanishads in Hinduism&#8217;s Muktika canon.<\/li><li>This Upanishad has 64 verses composed in the form of mantras and is written in a poetic verse style.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Katha Upanishad<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li> It&nbsp;is listed as number 3 in the Muktika canon of 108 Upanishads.<\/li><li> It&nbsp;is embedded in the last short eight sections of the Ka\u1e6dha school of the Krishna Yajurveda.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Chandogya Upanishad<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It&nbsp;is a Sanskrit text embedded in the Chandogya Brahmana of the Sama Veda of Hinduism.<\/li><li>It is one of the oldest Upanishads.<\/li><li>It is listed&nbsp;as number 9 in the Muktika canon of 108 Upanishads.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Aitareya Upanishad&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It comprises the fourth, fifth and sixth chapters of the second book of Aitareya Aranyaka.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_In_the_Constitution_of_India_promotion_of_international_peace_and_security_is_included_in_the\"><\/span>Q: In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Preamble to the Constitution<br>b) Directive Principles of State Policy<br>c) Fundamental Duties<br>d) Ninth Schedule<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_the_Option_2\"><\/span>The correct answer is the&nbsp;Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Directive Principles of State Policy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>These provisions are contained in Part IV (Article 36\u201351) of the Constitution of India.&nbsp;However, these are not enforceable by any court.<\/li><li>States have a responsibility to take Directive Principles into account when enacting legislation for the benefit of the populace.<\/li><li>It is taken from&nbsp;the Constitution of Ireland.<\/li><li>The &#8220;Directive Principles of State Policy&#8221; in the Indian Constitution include the promotion of international peace and security. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/li><li>Article 51&nbsp;says&nbsp;to promote&nbsp;international peace and security and maintain just and honourable relations between nations. It is to foster respect for international law and treaty obligations and to encourage settlement of the international dispute by arbitration.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_the_benefits_of_implementing_the_%E2%80%98Integrated_Watershed_Development_Programme\"><\/span>Q: What are the benefits of implementing the \u2018Integrated Watershed Development Programme\u2019?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Prevention of soil runoff<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Linking the country\u2019s perennial rivers with seasonal rivers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Rainwater harvesting and recharge of groundwater table<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Regeneration of natural vegetation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_3_and_4_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 3 and 4 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Integrated Watershed Development Programme&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is carried out by the Ministry of Rural Development&#8217;s Department of Land Resources.<\/li><li>Utilizing, protecting, and developing degraded natural resources like soil, vegetation, and water are the key goals of the Integrated Watershed Development Programme.<\/li><li>Prevention of soil run-off;&nbsp;rainwater harvesting and recharging of the groundwater table. Hence,&nbsp;Statements 1, 3 and 4 are correct.<\/li><li>Increasing crop yield; introducing multiple crops and a variety of agro-based activities; encouraging sustainable livelihoods; and raising household incomes.<\/li><li>It&nbsp;does not aim&nbsp;to&nbsp;link the country\u2019s perennial rivers with seasonal rivers. Hence, Statement 2 is not correcT<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_are_associated_with_%E2%80%98Planning_in_India\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following are associated with \u2018Planning\u2019 in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) The Finance Commission<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) The National Development Council<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) The Union Ministry of Rural Development<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) The Union Ministry of Urban Development<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>e) The Parliament<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_2_and_5_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 5 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>The finance commission is involved in the distribution of taxes and grants. It is not involved in planning. Therefore, by just eliminating all options involving statement 1 we get Option 3 is correct.<\/li><li>Finance Commission<\/li><li>It is a constitutional body, that determines the method and formula for distributing the tax proceeds between the Centre and states, and among the states as per the constitutional arrangement and present requirements.<\/li><li>It is constituted by the President under article 280 of the Constitution to give its recommendations on the distribution of tax revenues between the Union and the States.<\/li><li>The 15th Finance Commission was constituted by the President of India in November 2017, under the chairmanship of NK Singh. Its recommendations will cover a period of five years from the year 2021-22 to 2025-26.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_is_are_the_functionfunctions_of_the_Cabinet_Secretariat\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following is \/ are the function\/functions of the Cabinet Secretariat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Preparation of agenda for Cabinet Meetings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Secretarial assistance to Cabinet Committees<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Allocation of financial resources to the Ministries<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_and_2_only-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cabinet Secretariat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is entrusted with the responsibility&nbsp;of administering&nbsp;the Government of India.&nbsp;Hence,&nbsp;Statement 1&nbsp;is correct.<\/li><li>They assists in decision-making in Government by ensuring Inter-Ministerial coordination and&nbsp;evolving consensus through the standing\/ad hoc Committees of Secretaries.&nbsp;Hence,&nbsp;Statement 2 is correct.<\/li><li>The&nbsp;Cabinet Secretary is the ex-officio head&nbsp;of the Civil Services Board, the Cabinet Secretariat, the Indian Administrative Service and head of all civil services under the rules of business of the Government.<\/li><li>It is under the direct administration of the&nbsp;Prime Minister.<\/li><li>The Prime Minister sets up different Cabinet Committees with selected members of the Cabinet and assigns specific functions to these Committees.<\/li><li>The Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditure&nbsp;is entrusted with the allocation of financial resources to the Ministries.&nbsp;Hence,&nbsp;Statement 3&nbsp;is Not correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_statements_A_Constitutional_Government_is_one_which\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following statements: A Constitutional Government is one which<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) places effective restrictions on individual liberty in the interest of State Authority<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) places effective restrictions on the Authority of the State in the interest of individual liberty<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is \/ are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_2_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;2&nbsp;only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;Constitutional Government<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is defined by the existence of a constitution.<\/li><li>It&nbsp;can be a legal instrument or merely a set of fixed&nbsp;principles generally accepted as the fundamental law of the polity.<\/li><li>The idea behind constitutionalism is the control of power by its distribution among several state offices. The power is delegated to state offices but the central power remains with the main government.<\/li><li>It places effective restrictions on the Authority of the State in the interest of individual liberty. Hence, statement 1 is Incorrect and statement 2 is correct.<\/li><li>The citizens have the freedom to live and work in a society as they want. However, the citizens are abided by certain rules to follow for the betterment of the overall functions of the society.<\/li><li>That is why citizens are given the fundamental rights that no one can deprive them of.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_are_the_discretionary_powers_given_to_the_Governor_of_a_State\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Sending a report to the President of India for imposing the President\u2019s rule<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Appointing the Ministers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Making the rules to conduct the business of the State Government<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Governor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>The Governor\u2019s appointment, his powers and everything related to the office of Governor have been discussed under Article 153 to Article 162 of the Indian Constitution.<\/li><li>The Governor performs the same duties as the&nbsp;President, but for the State.<\/li><li>The&nbsp;discretionary powers of the Governor include:-<\/li><li>He\/She&nbsp;has the discretion to choose a candidate for the chief minister when no party gets a clear majority.<\/li><li>He\/She can withhold his assent to a bill and send it to the President for his approval.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Governor can reserve certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India. Hence,&nbsp;Statement 3 is correct.<\/li><li>They&nbsp;can override the advice of the council of ministers if specifically permitted by the President during emergency rule per Article 353.<\/li><li>Article 356 also states that&nbsp;the President can invoke President rule in a state on the report of the governor. Hence,&nbsp;Statement 1 is correct.<\/li><li>The Governor appoints Chief Minister and other Ministers as per Article 164&nbsp;and the Advocate General for the State as per Article 165. Therefore, this is not a part of&nbsp;discretionary powers. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_If_the_interest_rate_is_decreased_in_an_economy_it_will\"><\/span>Q: If the interest rate is decreased in an economy, it will<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) decrease the consumption expenditure in the economy<br>b) increase the tax collection of the Government<br>c) increase the investment expenditure in the economy<br>d) increase the total savings in the economy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_to_Option_3\"><\/span>The correct answer is to&nbsp;Option 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Impact of decreased Interest in an Economy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>When the interest rates decrease, citizens do not want to keep their currency in banks since they would not get a high return. Hence, Statement 4 is not correct.<\/li><li>In such times, citizens keep the cash flowing in the economy.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They either invest in productive things or can spend the money on a day-to-day basis. Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.<\/li><li>Therefore,&nbsp;the interest rate is decreased in an economy, it will&nbsp;increase the investment expenditure in the economy.<\/li><li>Decreased interest rates would ensure the availability of capital for investment expenditure. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.<\/li><li>The relationship between the interest rate and investment Expenditure is also illustrated by the&nbsp;investment curve&nbsp;of the economy.<\/li><li>The curve has a&nbsp;downward slope, indicating that a drop in interest rate, causes the investment-spending to rise.<\/li><li>If the interest rate is decreased in an economy, it will decrease the tax collection of the Government. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.<\/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<p>a) The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) All executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the Prime Minister.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is \/ are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1&nbsp;only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Article 77 of the Indian Constitution<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It includes&nbsp;&#8220;Conduct of Business of the Government of India&#8221;.<\/li><li>It says that &#8220;The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business&#8221;.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/li><li>It includes that &#8220;All executive action of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the President&#8221;.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.<\/li><li>It includes that &#8220;Orders and other instruments made and executed in the name of the President shall be authenticated in such manner as may be specified in rules to be made by the President, and the validity of an order or instrument which is so authenticated shall not be called in question on the ground that it is not an order or instrum<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_statements_regarding_a_No-confidences_Motion_in_India\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following statements regarding a No-confidences Motion in India:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) There is no mention of a No-Confidence Motion in the Constitution of India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) A Motion of No-Confidence can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is \/ are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Both_1_and_2\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Both 1 and 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No-Confidence Motion in Indian Constitution<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Article 75 of the Indian Constitution specifies that the council of ministers shall be collectively responsible to the House of the People.<\/li><li>A Motion of No-Confidence can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/li><li>Article 118 of the Indian Constitution&nbsp;permits both houses (Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) of Parliament to make its own rules for its functioning.<\/li><li>There is no mention of &#8220;no-confidence&#8221; motion in the Articles of Indian Constitution. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/li><li>Rule 198 of Lok Sabha mentions the procedure for a motion of no-confidence.<\/li><li>Once a notice is given, the speaker reads it in the House and asks those who are in favour of it.<\/li><li>In case there are 50 MPs in favour, a date for discussing the motion is assigned.<\/li><li>The vote has to&nbsp;take&nbsp;place within 10 days of the notice, if the majority of the members vote in favour of the motion then the motion is passed and the government in power has to vacate the office.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_Neem_tree_consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>Q: With reference to Neem tree, consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of insects and mites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Neem seeds are used in the manufacture of biofuels and hospital detergents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Neem oil has applications in pharmaceutical industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Azadirachta indica (Neem Tree)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is&nbsp;commonly known as neem tree.<\/li><li>It is a tree in the mahogany family Meliaceae.<\/li><li>It is easily propagated &#8211; both sexually and vegetatively. It can be planted using seeds, seedlings, saplings, root suckers, or tissue culture.<\/li><li>Neem leaf has various properties such as&nbsp;antibacterial, antiviral, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory, anticarcinogenic, antioxidant, and immune upregulation. It is used in&nbsp;the pharmaceutical industry.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 3 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Neem oil<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It can be used as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of insects and mites.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/li><li>It is also used for skin diseases and digestive system disorders.<\/li><li>It can also be obtained from solvent extraction of the neem seed and this solvent-extracted oil&nbsp;is mostly used for&nbsp;soap manufacturing.<\/li><li>It can be&nbsp;used&nbsp;as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of insects and mites.&nbsp;Neem seeds are used in the manufacture of biofuels and hospital detergents (not any particular source).&nbsp;Hence According to UPSC Official Answer key Statement 2&nbsp;is not correct<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_one_of_the_following_is_the_process_involved_in_photosynthesis\"><\/span>Q: Which one of the following is the process involved in photosynthesis?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Potential energy is released to form free energy<br>b) Free energy is converted into potential energy and stored<br>c) Food is oxidized to release carbon dioxide and water<br>d) Oxygen is taken, and carbon dioxide and water vapour are given out<\/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&nbsp;Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> Photosynthesis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is the process by which green plants and certain other organisms transform light energy into chemical energy.<\/li><li>It uses light energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen gas.<\/li><li>In photosynthesis food is oxidized to form energy oxygen and water. Therefore, the free energy is converted into potential energy and stored. Hence, Option&nbsp;2 is correct.<\/li><li>The potential energy stored in the molecular bonds of glucose&nbsp;becomes kinetic energy after cellular respiration.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Chemical bonds are a form of stored or \u201cpotential\u201d energy because when the bonds are broken, energy is released.<\/li><li>It converts water and carbon dioxide into sugar and oxygen using sunlight as the catalyst.<\/li><li>A byproduct of the photosynthetic process is the&nbsp;release of oxygen into the atmosphere.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_In_addition_to_fingerprint_scanning_which_of_the_following_can_be_used_in_the_biometric_identification_of_a_person\"><\/span>Q: In addition to fingerprint scanning, which of the following can be used in the biometric identification of a person?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Iris scanning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Retinal scanning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Voice recognition<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_2_and_3\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2 and 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With fingerprint scanning, the following can be used in the&nbsp;biometric identification of a person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Iris scanning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This&nbsp;is the process of using visible and near-infrared light to take a high-contrast photograph of a person&#8217;s iris.<\/li><li>This&nbsp;is a form of biometric technology.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Retinal scanning<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It maps the unique patterns of a person&#8217;s retina.<\/li><li>The blood vessels within the retina absorb light more readily than the surrounding tissue and are easily identified with appropriate lighting.<\/li><li>This&nbsp;is highly accurate and difficult to spoof, in terms of identification.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Voice recognition<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This is a computer software program with the ability to decode the human voice.<\/li><li>This is used to operate a device or&nbsp;perform commands.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_statements_is_are_correct_regarding_vegetative_propagation_of_plants\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following statements is \/ are correct regarding vegetative propagation of plants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Vegetative propagation produces clonal population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Vegetative propagation helps in eliminating the virus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Vegetative propagation can be practiced most of the year<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vegetative propagation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This&nbsp;is an asexual method of plant reproduction that occurs in its leaves, roots and stem.<\/li><li>This&nbsp;is often used when the crop plants either do not produce seeds or when the seeds produced are not viable or are of long dormancy.<\/li><li>The widespread use of vegetative propagation results in the&nbsp;spread of viruses&nbsp;through propagules such as cuttings, tubers, runners and bulbs.&nbsp;A plant once systemically infected with a virus usually remains infected for its lifetime. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.<\/li><li>It can be practised most of the year.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 3 is correct.<\/li><li>It is a process by which new organisms arise without production of seeds. It helps in development of clones. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_pair_isare_correctly_matched\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following pair is\/are correctly matched?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spacecraft                                                                  Purpose<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cassini-Huygens                           Orbiting the Venus and transmitting data to the Earth<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Messenger                                    Mapping and investigating the Mercury<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Voyager 1 and 2                           Exploring the outer solar system<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> Cassini-Huygens<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This was the fourth space probe to visit&nbsp;Saturn.&nbsp;Hence, Pair 1 is not correctly matched.<\/li><li>It was launched with two elements: the Cassini orbiter and the Huygens probe.<\/li><li>It reached Saturn in July 2004.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Its objective was to determine the dynamic behaviour of the rings of Saturn and&nbsp;the atmosphere of Saturn at cloud level among many other goals.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p> Messenger<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This was the seventh Discovery-class mission, and the first spacecraft to orbit&nbsp;Mercury. Hence, Pair 2 is correctly matched.<\/li><li>Its primary goal was to study the geology, magnetic field, and chemical composition of the planet.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Voyager 1 and 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It was launched in&nbsp;1977.<\/li><li>Its main mission was the exploration of&nbsp;Jupiter and Saturn.<\/li><li>Voyager 2 went on to explore Uranus and Neptune.<\/li><li>The Voyagers explore the outer boundary of the heliosphere in interstellar space. Hence, Pair 3 is correctly matched.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_pairs_Region_Well-known_for_the_production_of\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following pairs: Region Well-known for the production of<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kinnaur : Areca nut<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mewat : Mango<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Coromandel : Soya bean<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above pairs is\/are correctly matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_None_of_these\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;None of these.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kinnaur<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This is a district in&nbsp;Himachal Pradesh.<\/li><li>According to the 2011 census, Kinnaur district has a population of&nbsp;84,121.<\/li><li>This is mostly&nbsp;famous for apples.<\/li><li>The production of&nbsp;Areca nuts is mostly confined to Karnataka, Kerala and Assam. Therefore, pair 1 is not correctly matched.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Mewat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This is a district in&nbsp;Haryana.<\/li><li>The main occupation&nbsp;is agriculture along with allied and agro-based activities.<\/li><li>This is&nbsp;not primarily famous for Mango.&nbsp;Therefore, pair 2&nbsp;is not correctly matched.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Coromandel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This is a coastal plain in the eastern Tamil Nadu state.<\/li><li>Rice, pulses, sugarcane, cotton, and peanuts&nbsp;are primarily grown in this region.<\/li><li>The production of&nbsp;soybean in India is dominated by Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh&nbsp;which contribute 89 per cent of the total production.&nbsp;Therefore, pair 3&nbsp;is not correctly matched.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_isare_the_exampleexamples_of_chemical_change\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following is\/are the example\/examples of chemical change?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Crystallization of sodium chloride<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Melting of ice<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Souring of milk<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The correct answer is&nbsp;3 only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chemical change<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>When one chemical substance is transformed into one or more different substances, it is called a chemical change.<\/li><li> The most common example is when iron transforms into rust.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Crystallization of sodium chloride<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>When the solubility limit of NaCl exceeds, the crystallization of NaCl takes place.<\/li><li>It is a&nbsp;physical change since sodium chloride does not transform into some other chemical element after crystallization. Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p> Melting of ice<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li> Ice is the solid form that liquid water takes when it is cooled below 0 degrees Celsius.<\/li><li> When the temperature rises, solid ice changes into liquid water.<\/li><li> Melting of Ice is&nbsp;not a chemical change since the composition of water molecules stays the same before and after melting. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Souring of milk<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Lactic acid bacteria ferment lactose at room temperature and turn it into lactic acid.<\/li><li>As a result, the acidity of the milk increases, which in its turn causes the protein to fold and liquid to separate into whey and a viscous mass.<\/li><li> The soured milk has new elements and it cannot be reversed. Therefore, souring of milk is a chemical change. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_power_of_the_Supreme_Court_of_India_to_decide_disputes_between_the_Centre_and_the_States_falls_under_its\"><\/span>Q: The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the States falls under its<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) advisory jurisdiction<br>b) appellate jurisdiction.<br>c) original jurisdiction<br>d) writ jurisdiction<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Original_Jurisdiction\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Original Jurisdiction.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> Original Jurisdiction&nbsp;of a court<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It refers to a matter for which the particular court is approached first or it means the&nbsp;power to hear and determine&nbsp;a dispute in the first instance.<\/li><li>It is covered under&nbsp;Article 131 of the Indian constitution.<\/li><li>The power of the&nbsp;Supreme Court of India&nbsp;to decide&nbsp;disputes between the centre and the states&nbsp;falls under its&nbsp;original jurisdiction. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<\/li><li>It is under&nbsp;Article 131&nbsp;of the&nbsp;Indian Constitution.<\/li><li> It includes the following cases-<\/li><li> the Centre and one or more states.&nbsp;Hence option 3 i.e.&nbsp;Orignal jurisdiction&nbsp;is correct.<\/li><li> the Centre and any state or states on one side and one or more states on the other.<\/li><li> Any dispute between two or more States.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_techniquesphenomena\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following techniques\/phenomena:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Budding and grafting in fruit plants<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Cytoplasmic male sterility<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Gene silencing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above is\/are used to create transgenic<br>crops?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is 2 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transgenic Crops<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li> It is&nbsp;the&nbsp;crops&nbsp;that have&nbsp;their genomes modified through genetic engineering techniques either by the addition of a foreign gene or removal of a certain detrimental gene. the aim is to introduce a new trait to the plat which does not naturally occur.<\/li><li>Budding and Grafting&nbsp;are horticultural techniques,&nbsp;Grafting&nbsp;is the act of placing a portion of one&nbsp;plant&nbsp;(bud or scion) into or on a&nbsp;stem, root, or branch of another (stock)&nbsp;in such a way that a union will be formed and the partners will continue to grow.<\/li><li>In the&nbsp;budding&nbsp;process, a&nbsp;bud&nbsp;is taken from one plant and grown on another. it does not lead to any genetic modification.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Cytoplasmic male sterility&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li> It is total or partial&nbsp;male sterility&nbsp;in plants as the result of specific nuclear and mitochondrial interactions.<\/li><li> Male sterility&nbsp;is the failure of plants to produce&nbsp;pollen or&nbsp;male&nbsp;gametes.<\/li><li> The cytoplasmic&nbsp;male sterility systems&nbsp;are widely utilized&nbsp;in crop plants for hybrid breeding&nbsp;due to the convenience of controlling sterility. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Gene Silencing&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>By using&nbsp;RNA interference technology,&nbsp;transcriptional gene silencing,&nbsp;virus-induced gene silencing, has been used in&nbsp;horticultural techniques. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.<\/li><li>The double-strand&nbsp;RNAs present inside the cell are responsible for producing&nbsp;small interfering RNAs, short hairpin RNAs, and micro RNAs.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_statements-2\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Maize can be used for the production of starch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Oil extracted from maize can be a feedstock for biodiesel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Alcoholic beverages can be produced by using maize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_2_and_3-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is 1, 2 and 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Maize starch&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It is produced by the wet milling process, which involves the grinding of softened&nbsp;maize&nbsp;and separation of&nbsp;corn&nbsp;oil seeds (germs), gluten (proteins), fibers (husk), and finally&nbsp;pure&nbsp;starch.<\/li><li>\u2981 \u200bCorn starch&nbsp;is made from&nbsp;maize&nbsp;kernels, which are high in&nbsp;starch.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<\/li><li>\u2981 Corn starch&nbsp;has a wide variety of applications. It is&nbsp;used&nbsp;as a thickening agent in soups.<\/li><li>\u2981 Corn starch&nbsp;is also used in&nbsp;manufacturing bio-plastics&nbsp;and the preparation of&nbsp;corn&nbsp;syrup.<\/li><li>\u2981 The general way to&nbsp;Produce Biodiesel&nbsp;fuels is&nbsp;transesterification of fat&nbsp;or&nbsp;oil triacylglycerols&nbsp;with short-chain alcohol such as&nbsp;methanol or ethanol&nbsp;in the presence of alkaline or acid catalysts.<\/li><li>\u2981 Corn Biodiesel&nbsp;chemically is a mixture of&nbsp;long-chain fatty acid methyl esters (FAMEs).<\/li><li>\u2981 Oil extracted from&nbsp;maize&nbsp;that can be&nbsp;converted into ethanol or biodiesel.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 2&nbsp;is correct.<\/li><li>\u2981 The type of&nbsp;alcohol&nbsp;in the&nbsp;alcoholic&nbsp;drinks&nbsp;we drink is a chemical called ethanol. To make&nbsp;alcohol, you need to put grains, fruits, or vegetables through a process called&nbsp;fermentation. the common&nbsp;source of ethanol is maize&nbsp;and other grains.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 3&nbsp;is correct.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Among_the_following_organisms_which_one_does_not_belong_to_the_class_of_other_three\"><\/span>Q: Among the following organisms, which one does not belong to the class of other three?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Crab<br>b) Mite<br>c) Scorpion<br>d) Spider<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_1-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is Option 1.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mite, Scorpion, and Spider&nbsp;are&nbsp;Arachnids, while&nbsp;Crab&nbsp;is a&nbsp;Crustacean.&nbsp;Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Crustacean-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Phylum:&nbsp;Arthropoda<\/li><li>Kingdom:&nbsp;Animalia<\/li><li>Scientific name:&nbsp;Crustacea<\/li><li>Crustacean&nbsp;is generally&nbsp;aquatic&nbsp;and differ from other arthropods in&nbsp;having two pairs of appendages&nbsp;(antennules and antennae) in front of the mouth and&nbsp;paired appendages&nbsp;near the mouth that function as jaws.<\/li><li>Crabs,&nbsp;lobsters, shrimps,&nbsp;and woodlice&nbsp;are among the best-known crustaceans.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Arachnids&nbsp;any member of the&nbsp;arthropod&nbsp;group&nbsp;that includes&nbsp;spiders,&nbsp;daddy longlegs,&nbsp;scorpions,&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;mites and&nbsp;ticks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>Phylum:&nbsp;Arthropoda<\/li><li>Kingdom:&nbsp;Animalia<\/li><li>Scientific name:&nbsp;Arachnida<\/li><li>All&nbsp;Arachnids&nbsp;have&nbsp;eight legs, and unlike insects,&nbsp;they don&#8217;t have antennae.<\/li><li>The bodies of&nbsp;Arachnids&nbsp;are divided into two sections,&nbsp;the cephalothorax in front and the abdomen behind.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_power_to_increase_the_number_of_judges_in_the_Supreme_Court_of_India_is_vested_in\"><\/span>Q: The power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court of India is vested in <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) the President of India<br>b) the Parliament<br>c) the Chief Justice of India<br>d) the Law Commission<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_2-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Supreme Court<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>The power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court of India is vested in the&nbsp;&#8220;Parliament&#8221;. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<\/li><li>In the Indian Constitution,&nbsp;Parliament is authorized to regulate judges.<\/li><li>The number of judges in the Supreme Court, the Bill of 2019, was increased by four judges.<\/li><li>With this, the total number of judges including the Chief Justice has been increased from 31 to 34.<\/li><li>Articles 124 to 147 &#8211; Deal with the organization, independence, jurisdiction, powers, procedures, and so on of the Supreme Court.<\/li><li>Under&nbsp;Article 124,&nbsp;the Constitution of India provides for a Supreme Court.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_towns_of_India\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following towns of India:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Bhadrachalam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Chanderi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Kancheepuram<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Karnal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above are famous for the production of<br>traditional sarees \/ fabric?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is 2 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> Chanderi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This is located in&nbsp;Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh.<\/li><li>The main&nbsp;occupation of the people of Chanderi is&nbsp;handicraft.<\/li><li>Chanderi sarees&nbsp;are famous all over the world.<\/li><li>It is also&nbsp;famous&nbsp;for&nbsp;Ancient Jain Temples.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Kancheepuram<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This is located&nbsp;in Tamil Nadu and famous for&nbsp;silk Sarees.&nbsp;<\/li><li>108 holy temples&nbsp;of the Hindu god Vishnu,&nbsp;15 are located&nbsp;in&nbsp;Kancheepuram.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_pairs_National_Highway_Cities_connected\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following pairs: National Highway Cities connected<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) NH 4 : Chennai and Hyderabad<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) NH 6 : Mumbai and Kolkata<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) NH 15 : Ahmadabad and Jodhpur<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above pairs is\/are correctly matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_None\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;None.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td>National<br>Highway<\/td><td>Cities connected<\/td><td>Lengths (Km)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NH 4<\/td><td>Mayabandar-Port Blair-Chiriyatapu (Andaman). Hence, Pair 1 is not correctly matched.<\/td><td>230<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NH 6<\/td><td>Jorabat (Meghalaya) \u2013 Selling (Mizoram). Hence, Pair 2 is not correctly matched.<\/td><td>1873<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NH 15<\/td><td>Baihat(Assam)-Wakro(Arunachal&nbsp; &nbsp;Pradesh). Hence, Pair 3 is not correctly matched.<\/td><td>664<\/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_international_agreements\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following international agreements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) The World Heritage Convention<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the above has \/ have a bearing on the<br>biodiversity?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_2_and_3-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2 and 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This was adopted by the&nbsp;31st session&nbsp;of the Conference&nbsp;of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)&nbsp;of the&nbsp;United Nations on 3rd November 2001.<\/li><li>This is also known as&nbsp;the&nbsp;Seed Treaty.<\/li><li>India&nbsp;is a signatory to the treaty.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>This is the&nbsp;sole&nbsp;legally binding international agreement&nbsp;linking environment and development to sustainable land management.<\/li><li> It was drafted and opened for&nbsp;signing in 1994. It became&nbsp;effective in 1996 after receiving 50 ratifications.<\/li><li>Aim: Its&nbsp;197 Parties aim, through partnerships,&nbsp;to implement the Convention and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The World Heritage Convention-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-normal-font-size wp-block-list\"><li>It was created in 1972,&nbsp;the primary mission of the Convention is to identify and protect the world&#8217;s natural and cultural heritage&nbsp;considered to be of outstanding universal value.<\/li><li>This is a Convention under the&nbsp;United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_statements_regarding_%E2%80%98Earth_Hour\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following statements regarding \u2018Earth Hour\u2019:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) It is an initiative of UNEP and UNESCO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) It is a movement in which the participants switch off the lights for one hour on a certain day every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) It is a movement to raise the awareness about the climate change and the need to save the planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Earth&nbsp;Hour<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 \u200bIt is Organized by World Wide Fund for Nature&nbsp;(WWF).&nbsp;Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.<br>\u2981 It was started as a light out event in&nbsp;Sydney, Australia in 2007.<br>\u2981 It is held&nbsp;every year&nbsp;on the&nbsp;last Saturday of March.<br>\u2981 The idea&nbsp;is to refrain from the use of&nbsp;non-essential lighting to save energy&nbsp;in a symbolic call for&nbsp;environmental protection.<br>\u2981 The event is held worldwide annually encouraging individual\u2019s community\u2019s households and businesses to turn off their non-essential lights for one hour from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. to raise the awareness about the climate change and the need to save the planet. Hence, Statement 2 and 3 are correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_one_of_the_following_is_the_correct_sequence_of_a_food_chain\"><\/span>Q: Which one of the following is the correct sequence of a food chain?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Diatoms-Crustaceans-Herrings<br>b) Crustaceans-Diatoms-Herrings<br>c) Diatoms-Herrings-Crustaceans<br>d) Crustaceans-Herrings-Diatoms<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_1-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 1.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 Diatoms are autotrophs which prepare their own food.<br>\u2981 Crustaceans are herbivorous animals which feed on diatoms.<br>\u2981 Herrings are carnivorous animals which feed on Crustaceans. This completes the food chain.<br>\u2981 Diatoms are autotrophs prepare their own food. Crustaceans eats diatoms. Crustaceans\u2019 members of zoo plants and are eaten by Herring fish when small. Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_Partition_of_Bengal_made_by_Lord_Curzon_in_1905lasted_until\"><\/span>Q: The Partition of Bengal made by Lord Curzon in 1905lasted until<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) the First World War when Indian troops were needed by the British and the partition was ended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) King George V abrogated Curzon\u2019s Act at the Royal Darbar in Delhi in 1911<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Gandhiji launched his Civil Disobedience Movement<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) the Partition of India, in 1947 when East Bengal became East Pakistan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_2-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Partition of Bengal (1905)&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 As per Curzon, after the partition, the two provinces would be Bengal (including modern West Bengal, Odisha, and Bihar) and the other one is&nbsp;Eastern Bengal and Assam.<br>\u2981 The Partition of Bengal made by Lord Curzon in 1905 lasted until. the First World War when Indian troops were needed by the British and the partition was ended. King George V abrogated Curzon\u2019s Act at the Royal Durbar in Delhi in 1911.<br>\u2981 1911: King George V visits India<br>\u2981 Owing to mass political protests, the&nbsp;Bengal partition was annulled in 1911.<br>\u2981 The capital of British India was&nbsp;moved&nbsp;to Delhi from Calcutta&nbsp;(now Kolkata).<br>\u2981 East and West Bengal&nbsp;were&nbsp;reunited&nbsp;while&nbsp;Bihar and Orissa became separate provinces. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<br>\u2981 A separate&nbsp;Assam province&nbsp;was created.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_1929_Session_of_Indian_National_Congress_is_of_significance_in_the_history_of_the_Freedom_Movement_because_the\"><\/span>Q: The 1929 Session of Indian, National Congress is of significance in the history of the Freedom Movement because the<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) attainment of Self-Government was declared as the objective of the Congress<br>b) attainment of Poorna Swaraj Was adopted as the goal of the Congress<br>c) Non-Cooperation Movement was launched<br>d) decision to participate in the Round Table Conference in London was taken<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_2-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>1929 Congress Session<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It was held at Lahore<br>\u2981 Jawahar Lal Nehru was the president.<br>\u2981 Indian National Congress, took the resolution of&nbsp;Poorna Swaraj or Complete Independence.<br>\u2981 Civil Disobedience movement&nbsp;for complete independence to be launched.<br>\u2981 Congress&nbsp;decided to observe&nbsp;26th January&nbsp;as the&nbsp;total independence or Purna Swaraj Day.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 This session is significance in the history of the Freedom Movement because the attainment of Poorna Swaraj was adopted as the goal of the Congress Hence, option 2 is correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_the_famous_Sattriya_dance_consider_the_following_statements\"><\/span>Q: With reference to the famous Sattriya dance, consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Sattriya is a combination of music, dance and drama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) It is a centuries-old living tradition of Vaishnavites of Assam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) It is based on classical Ragas and Talas of devotional songs composed by Tulsidas, Kabir and Mirabai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is \/are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_and_2_only-3\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sattriya Dance<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It was introduced in the 15th century A.D by the great Vaishnava saint and reformer of Assam, Mahapurusha Sankaradeva as a powerful medium for propagation of the Vaishnava faith. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<br>\u2981 The dance form evolved and expanded as a distinctive style of dance later on.<br>\u2981 This neo-Vaishnava treasure of Assamese dance and drama has been, for centuries, nurtured and preserved with great commitment by the Sattras. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<br>\u2981 It was introduced in the&nbsp;15th century A.D.<br>\u2981 It was given the status of&nbsp;classical dance in the year 2000 by the Sangeet Natak Akademi.<br>\u2981 The&nbsp;themes performed&nbsp;are mostly on&nbsp;Radha Krishna and other myths.<br>\u2981 It consists of&nbsp;dhemali, drum playing, known as gayan bayan, where several men play drums, in various&nbsp;talas&nbsp;(rhythms)&nbsp;and also use hand gestures.<br>\u2981 Popular Artists&nbsp;are&nbsp;Guru Jatin Goswami&nbsp;and&nbsp;Sharodi Saikia&nbsp;among others.<br>\u2981 It is based on&nbsp;devotional songs composed by Sankardeva. Hence, Statement 3 is not correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Chaitra_1_of_the_national_calendar_based_on_the_Saka_Era_corresponds_to_which_one_of_the_following_dates_of_the_Gregorian_calendar_in_a_normal_year_of_365_days\"><\/span>Q: Chaitra 1 of the national calendar based on the Saka Era corresponds to which one of the following dates of the Gregorian calendar in a normal year of 365 days?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) 22 March (or 21st March)<br>b) 15th May (or 16th May)<br>c) 31st March (or 30th March)<br>d) 21st April (or 20th April)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_1-5\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 1.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>National Calendar of India\/Saka Calendar&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 \u200bChaitra 1 of the national calendar based on the Saka Era corresponds to 22nd March of the Gregorian calendar in a normal year of 355 days and on 21 March in leap year. Hence, option 1 is correct.\u200b<br>\u2981 The Saka Era&nbsp;marked the beginning of the&nbsp;Saka Samvat, a historic&nbsp;Hindu calendar&nbsp;which was later introduced as&nbsp;\u2018Indian National Calendar\u2019 in 1957.<br>\u2981 The&nbsp;Saka calendar&nbsp;consists of&nbsp;365 days and 12 months&nbsp;which is&nbsp;similar to the structure of the Gregorian Calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_the_Indian_history_of_art_and_culture_consider_the_following_pairs\"><\/span>Q: With reference to the Indian history of art and culture, consider the following pairs:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Famous work of sculpture                                                                        Site<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) A grand image of Buddha\u2019s<br>Mahaparinirvana with numerous :                                                           Ajanta<br>celestial musicians above and<br>the sorrowful figures of his<br>followers below<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) A huge image of Varaha :                                                                      Mount Abu<br>Avatar (boar incarnation. of Vishnu,<br>as he rescues Goddess Earth from<br>the deep and chaotic waters,<br>sculpted on rock<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) \u201cArjuna\u2019s Penance\u201d \/ :                                                                           Mamallapuram<br>\u201dDescent of Ganga\u201d sculpted<br>on the surface of huge boulders<br>Which of the pairs given above is\/ are correctly<br>matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ajanta Caves<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 The&nbsp;Mahaparinirvana of the Buddha in Cave 17, with numerous&nbsp;celestial musicians&nbsp;above and the&nbsp;sorrowful figures of his followers below,&nbsp;is one of the grandest expressive scenes with the grieving figure of Ananda near his feet is exceptional.&nbsp;Hence, Pair 1 is correctly matched.<br>\u2981 It is a series of Rock-cut caves in the Sahyadri ranges on Waghora&nbsp;river Aurangabad in Maharashtra.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It consists of&nbsp;29 Buddhist Caves of which 25 are viharas remaining 4 are Chaityas&nbsp;or prayer hall.<br>\u2981 It developed between&nbsp;200 BC to 658AD.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It was built under the patronage of&nbsp;Vakataka Kings.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It is abundant with&nbsp;Fresco paintings, outlining in red colour, absence of blue colour, all themed around Buddhism.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It was designated as a&nbsp;UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Udaygiri caves<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 The Udayagiri Caves are twenty rock-cut caves near Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh from the early years of the 5th century CE. They contain a huge image of Varaha Avatar. Hence, Pair 2 is not correctly matched.<br>\u2981 It was built near the fifth century and are the oldest surviving Hindu temples in India.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 The sculpture of&nbsp;Vishnu&nbsp;in his incarnation as the&nbsp;male boar rescuing the mother earth presenting bhudevi to the boar\u2019s tusk as depicted in Hindu mythology is present here.<br>\u2981 They were built under the patronage of&nbsp;Gupta&nbsp;rulers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Arjuna&#8217;s Penance\/ Descent of Ganga<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 The&nbsp;Monolithic&nbsp;sculpture was built under the reign of&nbsp;Pallava King Mahendra Varma located at Sri Sathya Perumal Temple.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It was built around 600-640 AD.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It was sculpted on the surface of huge boulders is found in Mamallapuram. Hence, Pair 3 is correctly matched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_The_Ghadr_Ghadar_was_a\"><\/span>Q: The Ghadr (Ghadar. was a<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) revolutionary association of Indians with headquarters at San Francisco.<br>b) nationalist organization operating from Singapore<br>c) militant organization with headquarters at Berlin<br>d) communist movement for India\u2019s freedom with head-quarters at Tashkent<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_Option_1\"><\/span>The correct answer Option 1.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gadar&nbsp;movement&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It was an&nbsp;early 20th-century movement among Indians in North America to end British rule.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 The Ghadar Party was a revolutionary association founded by Punjabi Indians in the United States and Canada with the aim to gaining Indias independence from British rule. Key members included Lala Har Dayal Sohan Singh Bhakna Kartar Singh Sarabha and Rashbehari Bose.It had its headquarters at San Francisco. Hence, Option 1 is correct.<br>\u2981 Many of the Gadarites&nbsp;return to India to carry out terrorist activities in Central Punjab.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 Lala Hardayal&nbsp;delivered lectures to Americans in intellectual workers in radicals.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 He&nbsp;became the leader of Indian immigrants on the West Coast.<br>\u2981 A&nbsp;weekly periodical called&nbsp;Gadar&nbsp;was also started for&nbsp;propaganda campaigns to spread awareness about British rule in India.<br>\u2981 Komagata Maru&nbsp;was a ship that was commissioned to transport&nbsp;Indian immigrants&nbsp;but the authorities did not allow immigrants to land and&nbsp;they were forced to return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_Indias_culture_and_tradition_what_is_%E2%80%98Kalaripayattu\"><\/span>Q: With reference to India\u2019s culture and tradition, what is \u2018Kalaripayattu\u2019? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) It is an ancient Bhakti cult of Shaivism still prevalent in some parts of South India<br>b) It is an ancient style bronze and brass work still found in southern part of Coromandel area<br>c) It is an ancient form of dance-drama and a living tradition in the northern part of Malabar<br>d) It is an ancient martial art and a living tradition in some parts of South India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_option_4\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;option 4.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kalaripayattu&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It is a martial art.<br>\u2981 It&nbsp;originated&nbsp;in&nbsp;Kerala&nbsp;from the&nbsp;3rd century BC to the 2nd century AD.<br>\u2981 The place where this&nbsp;martial art is practised is called a &#8216;Kalari&#8217;.<br>\u2981 It is considered to be among the&nbsp;oldest martial arts&nbsp;still in existence.&nbsp;Hence, option 4 is correct.<br>\u2981 It is practised in Kerala, in contiguous parts of Tamil Nadu and among Malyali community of Malaysia.<br>\u2981 It includes kicks, grappling preset forms, weaponry and healing methods.<br>\u2981 Practitioners of Kalaripayattu also possess intricate knowledge of pressure points on the human body and healing techniques that incorporate the knowledge of Ayurveda and Yoga.<br>\u2981 Unlike other parts of India, warriors in Kerala belonged to all castes. Women in Keralite society also underwent training in Kalaripayattu, and still do so to this day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_pairs-5\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following pairs:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Garba : Gujarat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Mohiniattam : Odisha<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Yakshagana : Karnataka<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only-5\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Garba<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It is a form of dance which originated in the state of Gujarat in India. Hence, Pair 1 is correctly matched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mohiniyattam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It is literally interpreted as the dance of &#8216;Mohini, the celestial enchantress of Hindu mythology, is the classical solo dance form of Kerala. Hence, Pair 2 is not correctly matched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yakshagana<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It is a traditional theatre form, developed in Karnataka, that combines dance, music, dialogue, costume, make-up, and stage techniques with a unique style and form. Hence, Pair 3 is correctly matched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_Buddhist_history_tradition_and_culture_in_India_consider_the_following_pairs\"><\/span>Q: With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the following pairs:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Famous shrine                                    Location<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Tabo monastery and temple  :           Spiti Valley<br>complex<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Lhotsava Lhakhang temple, :           Zanskar Valley<br>Nako<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Alchi temple complex  :                        Ladakh<br>Which of the pairs given above is\/are correctly matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_and_3_only-6\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Famous Shrine<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tabo monastery<\/td><td>\u2981 It is located in the&nbsp;Tabo village of Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh, India.&nbsp;Hence pair 1&nbsp;is correct.<br>\u2981 It was founded in&nbsp;996 CE by the Tibetan Buddhist Lotsawa Rinchen Zangpo&nbsp;on behalf of the king of the western Himalayan Kingdom of&nbsp;Guge, Yeshe-O.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Alchi temple complex<\/td><td>\u2981 It is situated in&nbsp;Alchi village of Leh District, Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council. Hence pair 3 is correct.<br>\u2981 It is administered by the&nbsp;Likir Monastery.<br>\u2981 It was constructed by&nbsp;Guru Rinchen Zangpo between 958 and 1055 AD.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Lhotsava Lhakhang temple, Nako<\/td><td>\u2981 It is the&nbsp;12th century Temple at now Ko&nbsp;in the&nbsp;Kinnaur region of Himachal Pradesh. Hence pair 2 is not correct.<br>\u2981 It has been identified as one of the hundred most&nbsp;endangered heritage sites by the words monuments fund.<\/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_statements-3\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) \u2018Bijak\u2019 is a composition of the teachings of Saint Dadu Dayal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) The Philosophy of Pushti Marg was propounded by Madhvacharya.<br>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Neither_1_nor_2\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Neither 1 nor 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Saint Kabir<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 He was a&nbsp;renowned poet and social reformer during that 15 century.<br>\u2981 His writings influenced the&nbsp;Bhakti movement.<br>\u2981 Kabir was&nbsp;against religious discrimination and propagated&nbsp;the presence of&nbsp;one Supreme being in all the religions.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 They founded a&nbsp;religious community known as KabirPanth&nbsp;and his&nbsp;followers&nbsp;referred to as&nbsp;kabirpanthis.<br>\u2981 Kabir was greatly influenced by his&nbsp;Guru Saint Swami Ramanand.<br>\u2981 His works:&nbsp;Sakhi Granth, Anurag Sagar, bijak, kabir granthawali, etc.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pusti Bhakti is the grace of God and is of four kinds<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 Vallabhacharya\u2019s philosophy came to be known as Pushtimarga (the path of grace). Hence statement 2 is not correct.<br>\u2981 Pravaha Pustibhakti&nbsp;worldly life but move with awareness to attain God<br>\u2981 Maryada Pustibhakti&nbsp;withdrawing from the world and devote themselves to God<br>\u2981 Pusti-Pustibhakti enjoying God&#8217;s grace and attempt to acquire knowledge.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 Suddha-Pustibhakti&nbsp;devotes themselves to the singing and praising of God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_A_community_of_people_called_Manganiyars_is_well-known_for_their\"><\/span>Q: A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) martial arts in North-East India<br>b) musical tradition in North-West India<br>c) classical vocal music in South India<br>d) pietra dura tradition in Central India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_2-5\"><\/span>The correct answer is Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Manganiyars&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It is a tribal community from Rajasthan North west with a strong musical tradition. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<br>\u2981 They are&nbsp;Muslim communities in Jaisalmer and Barmer districts of Rajasthan.<br>\u2981 They are&nbsp;patronized&nbsp;by the&nbsp;Bhati Rajput.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 They still sing on various auspicious occasions and festivals.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 They considered themselves as&nbsp;descendants of the Rajput and renowned as folk Musicians of the Thar desert.<br>\u2981 These communities are famous for their&nbsp;classical folk music and the playing of Khartals.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 Khartal is a traditional percussion instrument that is a part of Rajasthani folk music.<br>\u2981 The instrument is named after the Hindi words&nbsp;\u2018kara\u2019 means hand&nbsp;and&nbsp;\u2018tala\u2019 means rhythm&nbsp;\u2014&nbsp;the rhythm of the hand.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It is used during&nbsp;religious&nbsp;and&nbsp;social&nbsp;celebrations.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It is&nbsp;made&nbsp;from&nbsp;Sheesham wood or teak and some can also be made of metals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_A_community_of_people_called_Manganiyars_is_well-known_for_their-2\"><\/span>Q: A community of people called Manganiyars is well-known for their<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) martial arts in North-East India<br>b) musical tradition in North-West India<br>c) classical vocal music in South India<br>d) pietra dura tradition in Central India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_2-6\"><\/span>The correct answer is Option 2.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Manganiyars&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It is a tribal community from Rajasthan North west with a strong musical tradition. Hence, Option 2 is correct.<br>\u2981 They are&nbsp;Muslim communities in Jaisalmer and Barmer districts of Rajasthan.<br>\u2981 They are&nbsp;patronized&nbsp;by the&nbsp;Bhati Rajput.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 They still sing on various auspicious occasions and festivals.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 They considered themselves as&nbsp;descendants of the Rajput and renowned as folk Musicians of the Thar desert.<br>\u2981 These communities are famous for their&nbsp;classical folk music and the playing of Khartals.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 Khartal is a traditional percussion instrument that is a part of Rajasthani folk music.<br>\u2981 The instrument is named after the Hindi words&nbsp;\u2018kara\u2019 means hand&nbsp;and&nbsp;\u2018tala\u2019 means rhythm&nbsp;\u2014&nbsp;the rhythm of the hand.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It is used during&nbsp;religious&nbsp;and&nbsp;social&nbsp;celebrations.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It is&nbsp;made&nbsp;from&nbsp;Sheesham wood or teak and some can also be made of metals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Ibadat_Khana_at_Fatehpur_Sikri_was\"><\/span>Q: Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) the mosque for the use of Royal Family<br>b) Akbar\u2019s private chamber prayer<br>c) the hall in which Akbar held discussions with scholars of various religions.<br>d) the room in which the nobles belonging to different religions gathered to discuss religious affairs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_Option_3\"><\/span>The correct answer Option 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> Ibadat khana<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It&nbsp;was the&nbsp;meeting house built by Mughal Emperor Akbar&nbsp;at&nbsp;Fatehpur Sikri 1575 AD.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It was the hall in which Akbar held discussions with scholars of various religions on every Thursday to debate on religious issues raised by Akbar. Hence, Option 3 is correct.<br>\u2981 This was a&nbsp;meeting house together spiritual leaders of different religious grounds and to conduct a discussion on teachings of various religious leaders.<br>\u2981 This was also known as the&nbsp;Hall of prayer.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It was a place for&nbsp;theologists, mystics, and religious Scholars&nbsp;known for their scholarship and intellectual attainment.<br>\u2981 Akbar also attempted to&nbsp;Reconcile all different religion by creating a new faith called Din-e-Ilahi&nbsp;or the&nbsp;fate of the divine.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It incorporated elements of various&nbsp;Islamic Sufism,&nbsp;Bhakti, and devotional movements along with some elements from Christianity, Zoroastrianism, Jainism,&nbsp;etc.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_In_the_context_of_food_and_nutritional_security_of_India_enhancing_the_%E2%80%98Seed_Replacement_Rates_of_various_crops_helps_in_achieving_the_food_production_targets_of_the_future_But_what_isare_the_constraint_constraints_in_its_wider_greater_implementation\"><\/span>Q: In the context of food and nutritional security of India, enhancing the \u2018Seed Replacement Rates\u2019 of various crops helps in achieving the food production targets of the future. But what is\/are the constraint\/ constraints in its wider \/ greater implementation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) There is no National Seeds Policy in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) There is no participation of private sector seed companies in the supply of quality seeds of vegetables and planting materials of horticultural crops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) There is a demand-supply gap regarding quality seeds in case of low value and high volume crops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_3_only\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 We have a National Seed policy made in 2002. Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.<br>\u2981 The private sector produces high-priced seeds but in lower volume. It supplies nearly the entire hybrid seeds required for vegetables. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.<br>\u2981 The&nbsp;private&nbsp;sector seed companies supply quality seeds of vegetables&nbsp;but in a&nbsp;small volume.<br>\u2981 There is&nbsp;a demand-supply gap recording quality of seeds in case of low value and high volume&nbsp;crops such as wheat and rice.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>\u2981 Farmers&nbsp;prefer to&nbsp;use their own preserve seeds&nbsp;due to the&nbsp;high demand and supply gap. Hence statement 3 is correct.<br>\u2981 The seed replacement rate is a measure of how much of the total cropped area was sown with certified seeds in comparison to farm-saved&nbsp;seeds.<br>\u2981 Seed replacement rate&nbsp;denotes better utilization of certified quality seeds&nbsp;which results in better&nbsp;productivity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_%E2%80%98Eco-Sensitive_Zones_which_of_the_following_statements_isare_correct\"><\/span>Q: With reference to \u2018Eco-Sensitive Zones\u2019, which of the following statements is\/are correct?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Eco-Sensitive Zones are the areas that are declared under the Wildlife (Protection. A c t, 1972.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) The purpose of the declaration of Eco-Sensitive Zones is to prohibit all kinds of human activities, in those zones except agriculture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Neither_1_nor_2-2\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Neither 1 nor 2. <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Eco-sensitive zones<br>\u2981 It is ecologically Fragile Areas within 10 km around protected areas to act as a&nbsp;buffer.<br>\u2981 It is notified under&nbsp;section 3 of the Environment Protection Act 1986&nbsp;by the&nbsp;Ministry of Environment and Forest. Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 Certain activities are either banned or regulated to protect the environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>\u2981 Agriculture, Horticulture practices by local communities, organic farming, rainwater harvesting, scientific research, tourism, etc. are permitted in the Eco-sensitive zones. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct.<br>\u2981 It act as a&nbsp;shock absorber for the protected areas&nbsp;and are a&nbsp;transition zone&nbsp;from high protection areas to lesser protection areas.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>\u2981 It help in&nbsp;In-situ conservation.<br>\u2981 It&nbsp;minimize forest depletion and man-animal conflict.<br>\u2981 It&nbsp;minimize&nbsp;the&nbsp;impact of urbanization and developmental activities&nbsp;in protected areas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_statements-4\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following statements:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Animal Welfare Board of India is established under the Environment (Protection.Act, 1986.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) National Tiger Conservation Authority is a statutory body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) National Ganga River Basin Authority is chaired by the Prime Minister.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/ are correct?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_2_and_3_only-5\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;2 and 3 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Animal Welfare Board of India<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 This is a statutory body&nbsp;established under the&nbsp;prevention of cruelty to animals act 1960 in 1962.<br>\u2981 It is an&nbsp;advisory body of the Government of India&nbsp;on animal welfare laws.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 1 is not correct.<br>\u2981 This consists of 28 members&nbsp;who serve for a term of&nbsp;3 years.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 Ministry of Environment and Forest is nodal ministry for Animal Welfare Board of India.<br>\u2981 Its&nbsp;headquarters&nbsp;is in&nbsp;Ballabgarh&nbsp;in the&nbsp;Faridabad&nbsp;district of&nbsp;Haryana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>National Tiger conservation authority<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It&nbsp;is a&nbsp;statutory&nbsp;body under the&nbsp;ministry of environment forest and climate change&nbsp;established in&nbsp;2005.&nbsp;Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<br>\u2981 This was&nbsp;constituted&nbsp;under the&nbsp;provisions of the Wildlife Protection Act 1972.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>National Ganga River Basin Authority&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It&nbsp;was replaced by the&nbsp;National Ganga Council&nbsp;under&nbsp;River Ganga (Rejuvenation, Protection, and Management) Authorities Order, 2016.<br>\u2981 The&nbsp;National Ganga Council is chaired by the Prime Minister&nbsp;and the&nbsp;Union Minister for Jal Shakti is its vice-chairperson. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.<br>\u2981 This is responsible for the&nbsp;implementation&nbsp;of the&nbsp;national mission for Clean Ganga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Consider_the_following_pairs-6\"><\/span>Q: Consider the following pairs:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vitamin                           Deficiency disease<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin C                                Scurvy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin D                                Rickets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin E                             Night blindness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the pairs given above is\/are correctly matched?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_and_2_only-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1 and 2 only.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamins&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It is substances&nbsp;that our bodies need to develop and function normally like vitamins&nbsp;A, C, D, E, and K, choline,&nbsp;and vitamin&nbsp;B&nbsp;(thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, and folate\/folic acid).<br>\u2981 It&nbsp;shores up bones, heal wounds, and bolster your immune system.<br>\u2981 It&nbsp;converts food into energy&nbsp;and&nbsp;repair cellular damage.<br>\u2981 Deficiency of vitamin-E causes neurological problems due to poor conduction, night blindness is caused by deficiency of vitamin-A. Hence, Option 1 is correct.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_There_is_some_concern_regarding_the_nanoparticles_of_some_chemical_elements_that_are_used_by_the_industry_in_the_manufacture_of_various_products_Why\"><\/span>Q: There is some concern regarding the nanoparticles of some chemical elements that are used by the industry in the manufacture of various products Why?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) They can accumulate in the environment and contaminate water and soil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) They can enter the food chains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) They can trigger the production of free radicals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_2_and_3-4\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2, and 3.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nanoparticle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It&nbsp;is defined as a&nbsp;particle of matter that is between 1 and 100 nanometres (nm) in diameter.<br>\u2981 It is formed through&nbsp;the&nbsp;breaking down of larger particles&nbsp;or by&nbsp;controlled assembly processes.<br>\u2981 It is used in the&nbsp;manufacture of scratchproof eyeglasses, crack-resistant paints, anti-graffiti coatings for walls, transparent sunscreens, stain-repellent fabrics, self-cleaning windows, and ceramic coatings for solar cells.<br>\u2981 It can also be used in&nbsp;stronger, lighter, cleaner, and \u201csmarter\u201d surfaces and systems.<br>\u2981 The&nbsp;toxicity&nbsp;of nanoparticles&nbsp;depends on their chemical composition.<br>\u2981 The&nbsp;properties&nbsp;of particles may&nbsp;change in unpredictable ways at nanoparticle form.<br>\u2981 It can&nbsp;accumulate&nbsp;in the&nbsp;environment, and contaminate water and soil. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.<br>\u2981 It can&nbsp;enter food chains. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.<br>\u2981 It&nbsp;can trigger the production of free radicals. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.<br>\u2981 It&nbsp;may cross cell membranes.<br>\u2981 It can&nbsp;reach the blood and may reach other target sites such as the liver, heart, or blood cells&nbsp;and may cause damage to cells as they stay for a persistently long time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Which_of_the_following_organizations_brings_out_the_publication_known_as_%E2%80%98World_Economic_Outlook\"><\/span>Q: Which of the following organizations brings out the publication known as \u2018World Economic Outlook\u2019?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) The International Monetary Fund<br>b) The United Nations Development Programme<br>c) The World Economic Forum<br>d) The World Bank<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_Option_1-6\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;Option 1.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>World Economic Outlook&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 It is published by&nbsp;the International Monetary Fund&nbsp;twice&nbsp;a year. (April&nbsp;and&nbsp;October). Hence, Option 1 is correct.<br>\u2981 This report&nbsp;analyses and predicts near and medium-term growth prospects.<br>\u2981 Countries&nbsp;are&nbsp;compared&nbsp;based on&nbsp;GDP growth rate, or absolute GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_With_reference_to_Union_Budget_which_of_the_following_isare_covered_under_Non-Plan_Expenditure\"><\/span>Q: With reference to Union Budget, which of the following is\/are covered under Non-Plan Expenditure?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>a) Defence -expenditure<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b) Interest payments<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c) Salaries and pensions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>d) Subsidies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_is_1_2_3_and_4\"><\/span>The correct answer is&nbsp;1, 2, 3, and 4.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Non Plan Expenditure<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 All&nbsp;expenditures which are done in the name of planning&nbsp;were called&nbsp;plan&nbsp;expenditures while the&nbsp;rest&nbsp;are placed under&nbsp;non-plan&nbsp;expenditures.&nbsp;<br>\u2981 The government of India has now scrapped the plan and non-plan expenditures&nbsp;in budget exercise and are&nbsp;replaced by capital and revenue spending classifications.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example of Non-plan expenditure<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2981 Expenditure&nbsp;incurred on&nbsp;Defence Services<br>\u2981 Interest payments for debt<br>\u2981 Subsidies&nbsp;(food, fertilisers, etc.)<br>\u2981 Salaries&nbsp;and&nbsp;pensions&nbsp;of employees in various government services&nbsp;<br>\u2981 Economic services&nbsp;by the government such as&nbsp;Agriculture, Industry, Power, Science &amp; 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