100 Questions Perlims Quiz
Which of the following is the correct explanation with respect to Petrifaction?
Process of fossilisation in which dissolved minerals replace organic matter
Process of accumulation of toxic substances along the food chain
Process of removal of toxic substance through use of bacteria
Process of rearing earth worms.
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Ecuador was in news because of the recent earthquake. Consider the following statements with respect to Ecuador
1. Ecuador is a small islandoff the coast of Japan.
2. Ecuador which lies in close proximity to shifting boundary between tectonic platesis more prone to such earthquakes.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Ecuador is a small islandoff the coast of Japan.
2. Ecuador which lies in close proximity to shifting boundary between tectonic platesis more prone to such earthquakes.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Consider the following International institutions
1. International Development Association
2. International Finance Corporation
3. International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes
Which of the following is/are not the organs of World Bank Group?
1. International Development Association
2. International Finance Corporation
3. International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes
Which of the following is/are not the organs of World Bank Group?
3 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
None of the above
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Consider the following statements with respect to recent development in India’s Defence corporation:
1. Logistical exchange memorandum of agreement or (LEMOA) is a defence agreement between India and Iran.
2. According to LEMOA militaries of both the countries will share facilities for refuelling, supplies and spares.
3. Communication Interoperability and Security Memorandum Agreement (CISMOA) and the Basic Exchange and Cooperation Agreement for Geo-Spatial Cooperation (BECA) have been signed with US.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Logistical exchange memorandum of agreement or (LEMOA) is a defence agreement between India and Iran.
2. According to LEMOA militaries of both the countries will share facilities for refuelling, supplies and spares.
3. Communication Interoperability and Security Memorandum Agreement (CISMOA) and the Basic Exchange and Cooperation Agreement for Geo-Spatial Cooperation (BECA) have been signed with US.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2
2 only
2 and 3
All of the above
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Recently Tara Bhagavati cult, a lesser known sect of Buddhism was in news. Consider the following statements about this sect:
1. This cult belongs to Mahayana sect of Buddhism.
2. It was popular in Southern part of India.
Which of the above statements are correct?
1. This cult belongs to Mahayana sect of Buddhism.
2. It was popular in Southern part of India.
Which of the above statements are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
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Consider the following statements with respect to WPI.
1. Manufactured products have the highest weight among the basket of products used to calculate WPI.
2. WPI is released weekly by NSSO.
3. Base year to calculate WPI is 2004-05.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Manufactured products have the highest weight among the basket of products used to calculate WPI.
2. WPI is released weekly by NSSO.
3. Base year to calculate WPI is 2004-05.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All the above.
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Consider the following statements with respect Koh-I-Noor Diamond.
1. Koh-I-Noor diamond also known as Mountain of Light was originally found near Guntur region of Andhra Pradesh.
2. The diamond was handed over to British after second Anglo Sikh war in 1849.
3. Akbar the famous Mughal ruler studded Koh-I-Noor diamond to famous peacock throne.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Koh-I-Noor diamond also known as Mountain of Light was originally found near Guntur region of Andhra Pradesh.
2. The diamond was handed over to British after second Anglo Sikh war in 1849.
3. Akbar the famous Mughal ruler studded Koh-I-Noor diamond to famous peacock throne.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
1, 2 and 3 only
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Recently three new of species of Mouse Lemurs was found by scientists. Consider the following statements with respect to Lemurs
1. Mouse lemurs are small, nocturnal primates, which are found only in Madagascar.
2. According to IUCN red list Mouse Lemurs are threatened by extinction.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Mouse lemurs are small, nocturnal primates, which are found only in Madagascar.
2. According to IUCN red list Mouse Lemurs are threatened by extinction.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Consider the following statements with respect to Heat Waves.
1. A Heat Wave is a period of abnormally high temperatures, more than the normal maximum temperature that occurs during the summer season only in North-Western parts of India.
2. As per IMD if the temperature of the station reaches 45 degree Celsius the condition of heat waves is declared.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. A Heat Wave is a period of abnormally high temperatures, more than the normal maximum temperature that occurs during the summer season only in North-Western parts of India.
2. As per IMD if the temperature of the station reaches 45 degree Celsius the condition of heat waves is declared.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Which of the following statements with respect to Thevar freedom fighter community is correct?
1. They issued a proclamation on independence from British in 1801.
2. They are from south Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. They issued a proclamation on independence from British in 1801.
2. They are from south Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Consider the following statements with respect to Regional comprehensive economic agreement (RCEP)
1. Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is a proposed free trade agreement (FTA) between the ten member states of the (ASEAN) and the six states with which ASEAN has existing FTAs.
2. India is not a proposed member country to the RCEP trade Bloc.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is a proposed free trade agreement (FTA) between the ten member states of the (ASEAN) and the six states with which ASEAN has existing FTAs.
2. India is not a proposed member country to the RCEP trade Bloc.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Consider the following statements with respect to Tiger conservation
1. Global Tiger Forum is the only inter-governmental body for tiger conservation.
2. Project tiger is the government of India efforts for Tiger conservation started in the year 1972
3. CITES is an international agreement between governments aimed at ensuring that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants, including tigers, does not threaten their survival.
Select the correct statement with respect to tiger conservation
1. Global Tiger Forum is the only inter-governmental body for tiger conservation.
2. Project tiger is the government of India efforts for Tiger conservation started in the year 1972
3. CITES is an international agreement between governments aimed at ensuring that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants, including tigers, does not threaten their survival.
Select the correct statement with respect to tiger conservation
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
1, 2 and 3
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Consider the following statements with respect to Coral bleaching.
1. Coral bleaching is the loss of Zooxanthellae through loss of algal pigmentation.
2. Abnormal environmental conditions like increased or reduced sea water temperature, increased sedimentation etc are believed to cause coral bleaching.
Select the incorrect statement from the codes given below
1. Coral bleaching is the loss of Zooxanthellae through loss of algal pigmentation.
2. Abnormal environmental conditions like increased or reduced sea water temperature, increased sedimentation etc are believed to cause coral bleaching.
Select the incorrect statement from the codes given below
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Consider the following statements with respect to IndArc:
1. IndArc is the country’s first moored-underwater observatory in the Antarctica.
2. IndArc observatory is developed by ESSO-National Centre for Antarctic and Ocean Research (NCAOR) and the ESSO-National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT)
3. IndArc aims to understand the effects of polar climatic process and its influence on Indian monsoon system.
Select the correct statement using the codes given below
1. IndArc is the country’s first moored-underwater observatory in the Antarctica.
2. IndArc observatory is developed by ESSO-National Centre for Antarctic and Ocean Research (NCAOR) and the ESSO-National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT)
3. IndArc aims to understand the effects of polar climatic process and its influence on Indian monsoon system.
Select the correct statement using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
2 only
All the above.
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Consider the following statements with respect to Adarsh Smarak scheme.
1. The scheme is spear headed by Ministry of culture and it aims to make monuments tourist friendly by revamping the existing infrastructure.
2. At present 25 monuments are covered under this scheme
3. Recently Humayuns tomb was restored under this scheme.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. The scheme is spear headed by Ministry of culture and it aims to make monuments tourist friendly by revamping the existing infrastructure.
2. At present 25 monuments are covered under this scheme
3. Recently Humayuns tomb was restored under this scheme.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
1, 2, and 3.
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Consider the following statements with respect to International yoga fest and Yoga
1. It is organised by Ministry of AYUSH to sensitize the masses regarding International day of Yoga.
2. Yoga is one of the six schools of Hindu philosophy which developed in the begging of the Christian era.
3. Charaka is considered as the father of Yoga.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. It is organised by Ministry of AYUSH to sensitize the masses regarding International day of Yoga.
2. Yoga is one of the six schools of Hindu philosophy which developed in the begging of the Christian era.
3. Charaka is considered as the father of Yoga.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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Recently Union Cabinet cleared amendments for the proposed Compensatory Afforestation Fund Bill, 2015. Consider the following statements with respect to Compensatory Afforestation Fund Bill, 2015
1. The legislation will ensure expeditious utilization of accumulated unspent amounts available with the ad hoc Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA).
2. The legislation will cover whole of India including the state of Jammu and Kashmir.
3. This bill comes under Ministry of Environment and forests.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. The legislation will ensure expeditious utilization of accumulated unspent amounts available with the ad hoc Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA).
2. The legislation will cover whole of India including the state of Jammu and Kashmir.
3. This bill comes under Ministry of Environment and forests.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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Recently Uttarakhand High court sought clarification on imposition of president’s rule in the state. Consider the following statements with respect to Emergency provisions.
1. State emergency can be proclaimed under the article 356 only.
2. The 44th constitutional amendment bought the president rule under the purview of judicial review.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. State emergency can be proclaimed under the article 356 only.
2. The 44th constitutional amendment bought the president rule under the purview of judicial review.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Consider the following statements with respect to Press freedom Index report.
1. It is released by Reporters without borders (RSF).
2. Norwegian countries like Finland, Netherlands, and Norway occupy the top three positions.
3. As per the report India is among the top ten countries to have highest press freedom.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. It is released by Reporters without borders (RSF).
2. Norwegian countries like Finland, Netherlands, and Norway occupy the top three positions.
3. As per the report India is among the top ten countries to have highest press freedom.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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Recently the festival “Pooram” was in news. This famous festival is held in which of the following state of India.
Tamil Nadu
Kerala
Assam
Jharkhand
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Consider the following statements with respect to FDI and India.
1. India was ranked as the top investment destination beating China and USA as per the latest report by financial times.
2. Investments in sectors that are under the automatic route require FIPB approval.
3. Currently 98 per cent FDI into India comes through automatic route.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. India was ranked as the top investment destination beating China and USA as per the latest report by financial times.
2. Investments in sectors that are under the automatic route require FIPB approval.
3. Currently 98 per cent FDI into India comes through automatic route.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2, and 3 only
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Recently Obama sought cooperation of Gulf members to fight against ISIS at Gulf cooperation council (GCC). Consider the following states with respect to Gulf cooperation council.
1. GCC is a regional intergovernmental, political and economic union consisting of all Arab states of the Persian Gulf, including Iraq.
2. USA is the only non-Gulf country to be the member of GCC.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1. GCC is a regional intergovernmental, political and economic union consisting of all Arab states of the Persian Gulf, including Iraq.
2. USA is the only non-Gulf country to be the member of GCC.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Consider the following statements with respect to Earth Day.
1. Earth Day is an annual event, on which day events worldwide are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection.
2. “Trees for the Earth” is the theme of 2016 Earth day.
3. Earth hour is observed on all places on earth, this day by turning of the lights for one hour from 830PM to 930PM local time.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Earth Day is an annual event, on which day events worldwide are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection.
2. “Trees for the Earth” is the theme of 2016 Earth day.
3. Earth hour is observed on all places on earth, this day by turning of the lights for one hour from 830PM to 930PM local time.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2, and 3 only
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Consider the following statements with respect to Creutzfeldt–Jakob Disease
1. Creutzfeldt–Jakob is a degenerative neurological disorder that is incurable and invariably fatal.
2. CJD is at times called a human form of mad cow disease (bovine spongiform encephalopathy or BSE).
3. Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is caused by an abnormal infectious protein in the brain called a prion.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Creutzfeldt–Jakob is a degenerative neurological disorder that is incurable and invariably fatal.
2. CJD is at times called a human form of mad cow disease (bovine spongiform encephalopathy or BSE).
3. Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is caused by an abnormal infectious protein in the brain called a prion.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2, and 3 only
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Consider the following statements with respect to pulse pricing.
1. Persuading traders to reduce their sales prices
2. Distributing imported pulses through PDS at subsidized prices
3. Stringent action against hoarders
4. Crop diversification
5. Expanding pulse area
Which of the following statements can be used as long term measures to reduce the pulse prices?
1. Persuading traders to reduce their sales prices
2. Distributing imported pulses through PDS at subsidized prices
3. Stringent action against hoarders
4. Crop diversification
5. Expanding pulse area
Which of the following statements can be used as long term measures to reduce the pulse prices?
1,2,3 only
2,3,5 only
4,5 only
1,3,5
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Recently a group of scientists discovered a new species of a Macaque in Arunachal Pradesh. Consider the following statements with respect to Macaque
1. The Macaques are the most widespread primate genus, ranging from Japan to the Indian subcontinent.
2. Macaques are the distant relatives of Langurs and Gibbons.
3. The famous lion tailed macaque is endemic to Western Ghats and is declared endangered as per IUCN red list.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. The Macaques are the most widespread primate genus, ranging from Japan to the Indian subcontinent.
2. Macaques are the distant relatives of Langurs and Gibbons.
3. The famous lion tailed macaque is endemic to Western Ghats and is declared endangered as per IUCN red list.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1, 2, and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, and 2 only
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Recently Chief Justice of India made an appeal to central government to increase the number of judges and also a suggestion to bring retired judges on temporary basis to fill the vacancies. With respect to this consider the following statements
1. At any time CJI can appoint a retired judge of SC or HC on temporary basis.
2. Before appointing the retired judges the CJI must consult President on this regard.
3. Although the appointed judge has all the powers and privileges of SC judge he will not otherwise be deemed to be judge of SC.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. At any time CJI can appoint a retired judge of SC or HC on temporary basis.
2. Before appointing the retired judges the CJI must consult President on this regard.
3. Although the appointed judge has all the powers and privileges of SC judge he will not otherwise be deemed to be judge of SC.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2, and 3
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The president of India recently witnessed celebrations of Khongjam day. Consider the following statement with respect to Khongjam day.
1. Khongjam day marks the occasion of battle of Khongjam which was fought in the year 1891 between British and people of Manipur.
2. It is the last battle fought by the British on Indian soil.
3. With this battle Manipur became the last nation to come under British Empire.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1. Khongjam day marks the occasion of battle of Khongjam which was fought in the year 1891 between British and people of Manipur.
2. It is the last battle fought by the British on Indian soil.
3. With this battle Manipur became the last nation to come under British Empire.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1 and 2 only
1, 2, and 3
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
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Recently Copper plate dating back to times of Harsha and Pulakesin 2 was found. Consider the following statements with respect to Pulakesin 2.
1. Pulakesin 2 ruled from Chalukyan capital of Badami.
2. Pulakesin 2 defeated the army of Harsha in 618-619 AD.
3. The copper plate also shows that the ruler made lands grants known as Nivarthanas’ to Brahmins (Vedic scholars).
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Pulakesin 2 ruled from Chalukyan capital of Badami.
2. Pulakesin 2 defeated the army of Harsha in 618-619 AD.
3. The copper plate also shows that the ruler made lands grants known as Nivarthanas’ to Brahmins (Vedic scholars).
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2, and 3
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Recently CORPAT was in news. Consider the following statements with respect to CORPAT.
1. CORPAT, also known as coordinated patrol conducted between the navies of India and Malaysia.
2. It was started in 2005 and is held every year.
Select the correct option
1. CORPAT, also known as coordinated patrol conducted between the navies of India and Malaysia.
2. It was started in 2005 and is held every year.
Select the correct option
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Recently elections to upper house of parliament were in news. Consider the following statements with respect to Rajyasabha.
1. The fourth Schedule of the constitution deals with the allocation of seats in the RajyaSabha to the states and union territories.
2. The representatives of states in the Rajyasabha are elected by the elected members of state legislative assembly’s and municipalities.
3. The president nominates 15 members to the RajyaSabha from the people who have special knowledge in the field of art, literature, science etc.
4. Elections to the members of Rajya Sabha are held by proportional representation by means of List system.
Select the incorrect option
1. The fourth Schedule of the constitution deals with the allocation of seats in the RajyaSabha to the states and union territories.
2. The representatives of states in the Rajyasabha are elected by the elected members of state legislative assembly’s and municipalities.
3. The president nominates 15 members to the RajyaSabha from the people who have special knowledge in the field of art, literature, science etc.
4. Elections to the members of Rajya Sabha are held by proportional representation by means of List system.
Select the incorrect option
1 and 2 only
2, 3, and 4 only
1, 3, and 4 only
1, 2 and 4 only
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Recently “Superbugs” are in news. Consider the following statements with respect to Super bugs.
1. A Superbug is also referred to as an Antibiotic resistant organism.
2. Smartphone’s, ATM’s, Door handles etc are some of the common places were superbugs are found.
3. Recently a group of scientists have proposed a transparent coating for everyday items as potential solution to protect against Superbugs.
Select the correct option.
1. A Superbug is also referred to as an Antibiotic resistant organism.
2. Smartphone’s, ATM’s, Door handles etc are some of the common places were superbugs are found.
3. Recently a group of scientists have proposed a transparent coating for everyday items as potential solution to protect against Superbugs.
Select the correct option.
1, 2 and 3.
2 and 3 only
2 only
1 and 2 only
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Recently India ratified Trade Facilitation Agreement of WTO. Consider the following statements with respect to Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA).
1. TFA will bring simplification and enhanced transparency in cross border trade in goods.
2. TFA was concluded in recent WTO’s 2015 Nairobi ministerial conference.
Select the correct option.
1. TFA will bring simplification and enhanced transparency in cross border trade in goods.
2. TFA was concluded in recent WTO’s 2015 Nairobi ministerial conference.
Select the correct option.
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Recently the Participatory notes investment climbed new heights. Consider the following statements with respect to P-notes.
1. P – Notes also known as Equity linked notes are derivative instruments issued by SEBI registered FII to foreign investors.
2. P – Note holder enjoys partial voting rights in relation to security / shares referenced the FII.
3. P – Notes are highly safe and lucrative route to invest the unaccounted or even illegal money in to Indian security market for huge profits.
Select the correct option
1. P – Notes also known as Equity linked notes are derivative instruments issued by SEBI registered FII to foreign investors.
2. P – Note holder enjoys partial voting rights in relation to security / shares referenced the FII.
3. P – Notes are highly safe and lucrative route to invest the unaccounted or even illegal money in to Indian security market for huge profits.
Select the correct option
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3.
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102 villages have been electrified across the country during last week (from 18th to 24th April 2016) under Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojna (DDUGJY). Consider the following statements with respect to DDUGJY
1. The scheme aims to electrify all unelectrified villages within 1000 days from the launch of the programme.
2. The scheme is implemented by Ministry of power in close coordination with Ministry of Rural development.
Select the correct option
1. The scheme aims to electrify all unelectrified villages within 1000 days from the launch of the programme.
2. The scheme is implemented by Ministry of power in close coordination with Ministry of Rural development.
Select the correct option
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Consider the following
1. Chernobyl is located in Belarus.
2. Uranium 235 was released in the environment causing a nuclear disaster in Chernobyl.
Select the correct option with respect to Chernobyl nuclear disaster.
1. Chernobyl is located in Belarus.
2. Uranium 235 was released in the environment causing a nuclear disaster in Chernobyl.
Select the correct option with respect to Chernobyl nuclear disaster.
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Bedaquiline an effective drug used to treat which one of the following diseases:
Measles
MDR Tuberculosis
Diarrhoea
Malaria
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Consider the following
1. Diabetes is a metabolic disease.
2. Frequent thirst, increased hunger are some of the symptoms of Diabetes.
3. There are only two types of Diabetes, I.e. – Type 1 and Type 2.
4. “Beat diabetes” is the theme 2016 World health day.
Select the correct option with respect to Diabetes
1. Diabetes is a metabolic disease.
2. Frequent thirst, increased hunger are some of the symptoms of Diabetes.
3. There are only two types of Diabetes, I.e. – Type 1 and Type 2.
4. “Beat diabetes” is the theme 2016 World health day.
Select the correct option with respect to Diabetes
1, 2 and 3 only
2, 3 and 4 only
1, 2 and 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
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Consider the following statements.
1. WIPO (World intellectual property organisation) is an independent organization dealing with IPR issues.
2. TRIPS or Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights is an international agreement administered by WIPO.
3. In India Dept. of Industrial policy and promotion is the nodal agency to deal with issues relating to IPR, Patents, Copyrights etc
Select the correct option with respect to IPR
1. WIPO (World intellectual property organisation) is an independent organization dealing with IPR issues.
2. TRIPS or Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights is an international agreement administered by WIPO.
3. In India Dept. of Industrial policy and promotion is the nodal agency to deal with issues relating to IPR, Patents, Copyrights etc
Select the correct option with respect to IPR
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
1 and 3 only
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The menace of NPA is growing like never before. Consider the following statements with respect to NPA.
1. As per the new norms if the Interest and or/Instalment or principal remains overdue for a period of more than 3 months the loan is declared as NPA.
2. SARFAESI Act 2002 deals with cracking down on the wilful defaulters.
Select the incorrect option.
1. As per the new norms if the Interest and or/Instalment or principal remains overdue for a period of more than 3 months the loan is declared as NPA.
2. SARFAESI Act 2002 deals with cracking down on the wilful defaulters.
Select the incorrect option.
1 only
2 only
Both
None
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Consider the following statements
1. Depreciation of Rupee value against dollar.
2. Increase of FDI flowing in to India (Foreign direct investment).
3. Decrease in FII coming to India (Foreign institutional investors).
Which of the above following is/are the implications of US Fed reserve interest rate hike on India?
1. Depreciation of Rupee value against dollar.
2. Increase of FDI flowing in to India (Foreign direct investment).
3. Decrease in FII coming to India (Foreign institutional investors).
Which of the above following is/are the implications of US Fed reserve interest rate hike on India?
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All the above
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Consider the following statements
1. The decision to determine whether the bill is Money bill or not is determined by Speaker and his decision is final.
2. Article 178 deals with speaker and deputy speaker of state assembly.
3. The speaker presides over joint sessions of legislative assemblies.
Select the incorrect statement/s with respect to speaker of a legislative assembly.
1. The decision to determine whether the bill is Money bill or not is determined by Speaker and his decision is final.
2. Article 178 deals with speaker and deputy speaker of state assembly.
3. The speaker presides over joint sessions of legislative assemblies.
Select the incorrect statement/s with respect to speaker of a legislative assembly.
1 and 2 only
2 only
3 only
1 and 3 only
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There is a constant pressure on the government from various circles to revoke controversial AFSPA. Consider the following statements with respect to Martial law and AFSPA:
1. Article 33 empowers the parliament to restrict or abrogate fundamental rights of the members of Armed forces.
2. The term martial which is defined in the constitution can be imposed only in specific area of the country.
3. Declaration of martial law in the area results in the suspension of the writ of Habeas corpus.
4. Till today AFSPA is in force in J&K and seven sister states of North east.
Select the incorrect option
1. Article 33 empowers the parliament to restrict or abrogate fundamental rights of the members of Armed forces.
2. The term martial which is defined in the constitution can be imposed only in specific area of the country.
3. Declaration of martial law in the area results in the suspension of the writ of Habeas corpus.
4. Till today AFSPA is in force in J&K and seven sister states of North east.
Select the incorrect option
1 and 4 only
1 and 3 only
2, 3 and 4 only
1, 2, 3 and 4
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Consider the following statements with respect to IRNSS (Indian regional navigational satellite system)
1. It is a constellation of 7 satellites placed in Geo synchronous orbit.
2. Geo stationary is an orbit around the Earth with an orbital period of one sidereal day.
3. It is launched using the GSLV launch vehicle
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. It is a constellation of 7 satellites placed in Geo synchronous orbit.
2. Geo stationary is an orbit around the Earth with an orbital period of one sidereal day.
3. It is launched using the GSLV launch vehicle
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
2 and 3 only
2 only
1 and 3 only
None of the above
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Recently the production of sugarcane came down owing to the drought situation in various parts of the country. Consider the following statements with respect to Sugarcane crop.
1. Sugarcane basically is a tropical crop.
2. Frost is injurious to sugarcane.
3. India is the second largest sugarcane producing country in the world.
Select the incorrect option
1. Sugarcane basically is a tropical crop.
2. Frost is injurious to sugarcane.
3. India is the second largest sugarcane producing country in the world.
Select the incorrect option
1 and 2 only
2 only
1 and 3 only
None of the above
Not Known
“Corruption Perception Index” is a report released by which of the following International Institutions.
International monetary fund
Organisation for Economic cooperation and Development
Transparency international
United Nations development programme
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Consider the following statements
1. A privileged motion is a motion that is granted precedence over ordinary business because it concerns matters of great importance or urgency.
2. A privileged motion is always debatable.
Select the correct answer with respect to Privileged motion
1. A privileged motion is a motion that is granted precedence over ordinary business because it concerns matters of great importance or urgency.
2. A privileged motion is always debatable.
Select the correct answer with respect to Privileged motion
1 only
2 only
Both
None
Not Known
Recently President of India visited island nation of Papua New Guinea and signed various MOU’s with the host country. Consider the following statements with respect to FIPIC (Forum for India pacific islands cooperation)
1. FIPIC is a multinational grouping developed in 2012 for cooperation between India and 14 Pacific Islands nations.
2. The 2nd summit of FIPIC was held in Jaipur in the year Aug 2015.
3. Papa New Guinea is one of the founding members of FIPIC forum.
Select the correct option.
1. FIPIC is a multinational grouping developed in 2012 for cooperation between India and 14 Pacific Islands nations.
2. The 2nd summit of FIPIC was held in Jaipur in the year Aug 2015.
3. Papa New Guinea is one of the founding members of FIPIC forum.
Select the correct option.
1 and 2 only
2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
Not Known
Consider the following statements with respect to DigiLocker
1. It is a government of India service to provide a secure dedicated personal electronic space for storing the document of both resident and Non-resident Indians.
2. The DigiLocker was launched by the Department of Electronics & Information Technology (DeitY) in February 2015.
3. The maximum allowed file in DigiLocker is 50MB
Select the incorrect option.
1. It is a government of India service to provide a secure dedicated personal electronic space for storing the document of both resident and Non-resident Indians.
2. The DigiLocker was launched by the Department of Electronics & Information Technology (DeitY) in February 2015.
3. The maximum allowed file in DigiLocker is 50MB
Select the incorrect option.
3 only
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
Not Known
Consider the following statements
1. Mango fruit which is endemic to south Asia is grown only in tropical and warm subtropical areas of the world.
2. China is the largest producer of Mangoes in the world next to India.
Select the correct answer.
1. Mango fruit which is endemic to south Asia is grown only in tropical and warm subtropical areas of the world.
2. China is the largest producer of Mangoes in the world next to India.
Select the correct answer.
1 only
2 only
Both
None
Not Known
Recently Indian foreign minister visited Iran and discussed the issues of mutual interest. Consider the following statements with respect to Ashgabat Agreement.
1. Ashgabat agreement is aimed at creating an international transport and transit corridor facilitating transportation of goods between Central Asia and the Persian Gulf.
2. The Ashgabat Agreement has Oman, Iran, Uzbekistan and India as founding members.
3. Ashgabat agreement will also synchronize with the International North–South Transport Corridor for moving freight between India, Russia, Iran, Europe and Central Asia.
Select the correct option.
1. Ashgabat agreement is aimed at creating an international transport and transit corridor facilitating transportation of goods between Central Asia and the Persian Gulf.
2. The Ashgabat Agreement has Oman, Iran, Uzbekistan and India as founding members.
3. Ashgabat agreement will also synchronize with the International North–South Transport Corridor for moving freight between India, Russia, Iran, Europe and Central Asia.
Select the correct option.
1 only
1 and 3 only
2 only
1, 2 and 3
Not Known
Consider the following statements with respect to Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)
1. The scheme aims at distribution of LED bulbs for BPL families free of cost.
2. The scheme is implemented by Ministry of Power.
Select the incorrect option.
1. The scheme aims at distribution of LED bulbs for BPL families free of cost.
2. The scheme is implemented by Ministry of Power.
Select the incorrect option.
1 only
2 only
Both
None
Not Known
30 new species of spiders were discovered recently in Chinnar wild life sanctuary. Chinnar wild life sanctuary is found in which of the following states.
Andhra Pradesh
Tamil Nadu
Puducherry
Kerala
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Indian army successfully participated in recent military exercise known as Red Flag. Consider the following statements with respect to Red Flag.
1. Exercise Red Flag is an advanced aerial combat training exercise hosted by the US Air Force at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska.
2. The exercise is held between the Air force of USA, Germany and India.
3. It is held once in four years and India last time participated in 2012.
Select the correct option
1. Exercise Red Flag is an advanced aerial combat training exercise hosted by the US Air Force at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska.
2. The exercise is held between the Air force of USA, Germany and India.
3. It is held once in four years and India last time participated in 2012.
Select the correct option
2 and 3 only
2 only
1 only
1 and 3 only
Not Known
The first Indian state to be declared “Open Defecation free” in urban areas is
1. Andhra Pradesh
2. Uttarakhand
3. Meghalaya
4. Tripura
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Which of the following can be the possible consequence/s of Wildfires to Humans and environment.
1. Rapid heart rate, Shortness of breath are some of the after effects of Wildfire on Humans
2. Glacier melting
3. Water pollution
Select the incorrect option
1. Rapid heart rate, Shortness of breath are some of the after effects of Wildfire on Humans
2. Glacier melting
3. Water pollution
Select the incorrect option
2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
None of the above
Not Known
Consider the following statements with respect to Core Industries
1. There are 8 core industries and Fertilizers has the lowest weight among them.
2. Dept of Industrial policy and promotion is involved in the preparation of summary of core industries.
3. The base year to calculate the index of core industries is 2011-12
Select the correct option
1. There are 8 core industries and Fertilizers has the lowest weight among them.
2. Dept of Industrial policy and promotion is involved in the preparation of summary of core industries.
3. The base year to calculate the index of core industries is 2011-12
Select the correct option
2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
1, 2 and 3
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Consider the following
1. Champaner-Pavagadh
2. Somnath Temple
3. Mountain Railways-Kalka-Shimla
4. Rumtek Monastery
Select the UNESCO world heritage sites from the following
1. Champaner-Pavagadh
2. Somnath Temple
3. Mountain Railways-Kalka-Shimla
4. Rumtek Monastery
Select the UNESCO world heritage sites from the following
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3 only
3 and 4 only
1, 3 and 4 only
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Recently Kalvari, newly manufactured defence equipment went in to the sea for the first time. Consider the following with respect to “Kalvari”
1. ‘Kalvari’, is the first of the Scorpene class Destroyer.
2. This Destroyer was manufactured indigenously from scratch.
Select the incorrect option
1. ‘Kalvari’, is the first of the Scorpene class Destroyer.
2. This Destroyer was manufactured indigenously from scratch.
Select the incorrect option
1 only
2 only
Both
None
Not Known
Recently the fossil remains of Rapetosaurus dinosaur was discovered in the island nation of Madagascar. Consider the following statements with respect to Dinosaurs.
1. Dinosaurs were found in the Mesozoic era on the geological time scale of earth.
2. The discovered “Rapetosaurus” is one the smallest dinosaur’s species found so far by Palaeontologists.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Dinosaurs were found in the Mesozoic era on the geological time scale of earth.
2. The discovered “Rapetosaurus” is one the smallest dinosaur’s species found so far by Palaeontologists.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 only
2 only
Both
None
Not Known
Recently Actor Manoj Kumar was awarded Dada Sahib Phalke Award by President of India. Consider the following statements with respect to Dada Sahib Phalke award.
1. It is India’s highest award in cinema.
2. The award is decided by a committee set up under Ministry of Culture.
3. The award comprises Swarna Kamal medallion and cash prize of 10 lakhs.
Select the correct option
1. It is India’s highest award in cinema.
2. The award is decided by a committee set up under Ministry of Culture.
3. The award comprises Swarna Kamal medallion and cash prize of 10 lakhs.
Select the correct option
1, 2 and 3
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
2 only
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Consider the following
1. A person must be 35 years of age to be the member of RajyaSabha.
2. There is a procedure for removal of Member of Parliament in the Indian constitution.
3. Parliament can consider expelling the person who is arrested under preventive detention.
Select the correct option
1. A person must be 35 years of age to be the member of RajyaSabha.
2. There is a procedure for removal of Member of Parliament in the Indian constitution.
3. Parliament can consider expelling the person who is arrested under preventive detention.
Select the correct option
2 only
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
1, 2 and 3
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Coal India limited was in news recently for missing its production target. Consider the following statements with respect to Coal and Coal India Limited.
1. Coal is the most dominant energy source (Around 66%) in India’s energy scenario.
2. Coal India limited is a Navaratna Company.
3. Coal India limited is the single largest coal producer in the world.
Select the Incorrect option
1. Coal is the most dominant energy source (Around 66%) in India’s energy scenario.
2. Coal India limited is a Navaratna Company.
3. Coal India limited is the single largest coal producer in the world.
Select the Incorrect option
1 and 2 only
1 only
2 only
None of the above
Not Known
Consider the following:
1. Sovereign
2. Integrity
3. Socialist
4. Fraternity
Which of the following keyword was not present in the original text of Preamble?
1. Sovereign
2. Integrity
3. Socialist
4. Fraternity
Which of the following keyword was not present in the original text of Preamble?
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 and 4 only
1 and 3 only
Not known
Consider the following statements with respect to aquatic organisms.
1. These are active swimmers
2. They are relatively large and powerful as they have to overcome the water currents.
3. Their size range from 2mm to the largest organism, the blue whale.
The above description holds good for which of the following aquatic organisms
1. These are active swimmers
2. They are relatively large and powerful as they have to overcome the water currents.
3. Their size range from 2mm to the largest organism, the blue whale.
The above description holds good for which of the following aquatic organisms
Neustons
Nektons
Benthos
Periphytons
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Amur Falcons were recently spotted in Pench Tiger Reserve. Consider the following with respect to Amur Falcons
1. Amur Falcons are native species of Siberia and North-eastern China.
2. Indian state of Nagaland is the breeding ground of Amur falcons.
3. The conservation status of Amur Falcons as per IUCN is “Least Concerned”
Select the correct option
1. Amur Falcons are native species of Siberia and North-eastern China.
2. Indian state of Nagaland is the breeding ground of Amur falcons.
3. The conservation status of Amur Falcons as per IUCN is “Least Concerned”
Select the correct option
1 and 2 only
2 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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The phenomena of Animal Sacrifices have continued to haul even today. Consider the following statements with respect to Later Vedic Religion?
1. Absence of sacrifices.
2. The concept of karma emerged
3. Rise of Upanishad thought
4. Emergence of new gods like Vishnu, Rudra, Prajapathi.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Absence of sacrifices.
2. The concept of karma emerged
3. Rise of Upanishad thought
4. Emergence of new gods like Vishnu, Rudra, Prajapathi.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
All of the above
3 and 4 only
1 and 3 only
2,3 and 4 only
Not Known
Consider the following statement with respect to Solar Wind.
1. Solar wind is the energised plasma that spews from the Sun into the solar system at a supersonic speed of 160 million km per hour.
2. The solar wind plasma is mostly made up electrons, protons and Neutrons.
3. The beautiful phenomena of Aurora are caused by the interaction of the solar wind with the Earth’s magnetosphere.
Select the incorrect option
1. Solar wind is the energised plasma that spews from the Sun into the solar system at a supersonic speed of 160 million km per hour.
2. The solar wind plasma is mostly made up electrons, protons and Neutrons.
3. The beautiful phenomena of Aurora are caused by the interaction of the solar wind with the Earth’s magnetosphere.
Select the incorrect option
1 and 2 only
2 only
2 and 3 only
None of the above
Not Known
Consider the following statements with respect to Radiation Sterilisation
1. Radiation Sterilisation is a cold process that uses gamma radiation for sterilisation of Healthcare Products.
2. Radioisotopes such as Cobalt-60 are commonly used for radiation sterilisation.
Select the correct statement
1. Radiation Sterilisation is a cold process that uses gamma radiation for sterilisation of Healthcare Products.
2. Radioisotopes such as Cobalt-60 are commonly used for radiation sterilisation.
Select the correct statement
1 only
2 only
Both
None
Not Known
Consider the following causes of the failure of revolt, 1857.
1. The eastern, southern and western parts of India remained more or less unaffected.
2. Modern educated Indians viewed this revolt as forward looking and disagreed that British would usher an era of modernization.
3. The rebels represented diverse elements with common grievances and concepts of current polities.
4. The lack of unity among Indians was unavoidable at this stage of Indian history.
Which of the above statements are correct?
1. The eastern, southern and western parts of India remained more or less unaffected.
2. Modern educated Indians viewed this revolt as forward looking and disagreed that British would usher an era of modernization.
3. The rebels represented diverse elements with common grievances and concepts of current polities.
4. The lack of unity among Indians was unavoidable at this stage of Indian history.
Which of the above statements are correct?
Only 1 & 2
Only 2 & 3
Only 1 & 4
All of the above
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Recently the efficacy regarding use of Homeopathy was in News. Consider the following statements with respect to AYUSH or Naturally available medicines.
1. Unani was introduced to India by Greeks.
2. Homeopathy is not of Indian Origin
3. “Sowa-Rigpa” commonly known as Amchi system of medicine is one of the oldest, Living and well documented medical tradition of the world
Select the correct answer
1. Unani was introduced to India by Greeks.
2. Homeopathy is not of Indian Origin
3. “Sowa-Rigpa” commonly known as Amchi system of medicine is one of the oldest, Living and well documented medical tradition of the world
Select the correct answer
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
1 and 3 only
Not Known
Exercise MALABAR is a joint military exercise between which of the following given countries.
1. India, USA, and Indonesia
2. India, Japan and USA
3. Japan, India, and Sri Lanka
4. India, USA and France
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Consider the following statements
1. Assam Rifles is the infantry regiment of Indian army.
2. Assam Rifles is led by Indian Army officers who reports to Ministry of Home Affairs.
Select the correct option
1. Assam Rifles is the infantry regiment of Indian army.
2. Assam Rifles is led by Indian Army officers who reports to Ministry of Home Affairs.
Select the correct option
1 only
2 only
Both
None
Not Known
The largest insect ever known to man was discovered recently in south china. Consider the following statements with respect to Insects.
1. Insects belong to the phylum Arthropods.
2. Arthropods are characterized by their jointed limbs and cuticle made of chitin.
3. Arthropods do not have bilateral symmetry.
Select the correct answer
1. Insects belong to the phylum Arthropods.
2. Arthropods are characterized by their jointed limbs and cuticle made of chitin.
3. Arthropods do not have bilateral symmetry.
Select the correct answer
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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Consider the following statements and point out which of our daily practices is/are not sustainable
1. Use of organic fertilizers.
2. More reliance on conventional energy.
3. Use of public transport than using private vehicles.
4. Increasing carbon cover by planting trees.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Use of organic fertilizers.
2. More reliance on conventional energy.
3. Use of public transport than using private vehicles.
4. Increasing carbon cover by planting trees.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 and 2 only
2 only
2 and 3 only
All the above
Not Known
Recently Himalayan university helped scientists develop blight-resistant pomegranate. Consider the following statements with respect to Pomegranate.
1. Pomegranate got originated in modern day Iran.
2. Pomegranate is a Gymnosperm.
3. Pomegranate grows well under semi-arid conditions and can be grown up to an altitude of 500 m.
Select the incorrect statement
1. Pomegranate got originated in modern day Iran.
2. Pomegranate is a Gymnosperm.
3. Pomegranate grows well under semi-arid conditions and can be grown up to an altitude of 500 m.
Select the incorrect statement
2 and 3 only
3 only
2 only
1 and 3 only
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Buddha Pornima is round the corner. Consider the following statements
1. Gauthama Buddha was born in Kundagram near Vaishali
2. He was born to Siddartha and Trishala in 6th century BC
3. Banyan tree in the life of Buddha refers to Nirvana
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
1. Gauthama Buddha was born in Kundagram near Vaishali
2. He was born to Siddartha and Trishala in 6th century BC
3. Banyan tree in the life of Buddha refers to Nirvana
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
1 and 2 only
3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2, and 3
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The conservation of river Yamuna was in news. Consider the following statements with respect to River Yamuna.
1. Yamuna also known as Jamuna is the longest tributary of river Ganga.
2. Mathura, Agra, Allahabad, Patna are some of the cities present on the bank of river Yamuna.
3. It rises from Yamunotri Glacier in Himachal Pradesh.
Select the incorrect one
1. Yamuna also known as Jamuna is the longest tributary of river Ganga.
2. Mathura, Agra, Allahabad, Patna are some of the cities present on the bank of river Yamuna.
3. It rises from Yamunotri Glacier in Himachal Pradesh.
Select the incorrect one
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
2 only
1, 2 and 3
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Consider the following statements with respect to SAIEVAC.
1. The full form of SAIEVAC is “South Asia Initiative to End Violence Against Children”
2. SAIEVAC is an intergovernmental regional body comprising of 8 SAARC countries plus Myanmar.
3. SAIEVAC is one of the apex bodies of UNICEF in South Asia.
Select the correct one
1. The full form of SAIEVAC is “South Asia Initiative to End Violence Against Children”
2. SAIEVAC is an intergovernmental regional body comprising of 8 SAARC countries plus Myanmar.
3. SAIEVAC is one of the apex bodies of UNICEF in South Asia.
Select the correct one
1 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
Not Known
The 2016 edition of RIMPAC is on the cards next month. Consider the following statements with respect to RIMPAC
1. RIMPAC is the world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise jointly hosted by USA and China.
2. It is held once in two years.
3. India is a member of RIMPAC
Select the correct one
1. RIMPAC is the world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise jointly hosted by USA and China.
2. It is held once in two years.
3. India is a member of RIMPAC
Select the correct one
1 and 2 only
3 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2, and 3
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Asian development bank recently expressed its interest in enhancing its lending rate to India. Consider the following statements with respect to Asian Development bank
1. Asian development bank is a regional bank consisting of members only from Asian Region
2. It is headquartered at Manila, Philippines
3. The Global Financial stability report is not released by Asian Development Bank
Select the correct option
1. Asian development bank is a regional bank consisting of members only from Asian Region
2. It is headquartered at Manila, Philippines
3. The Global Financial stability report is not released by Asian Development Bank
Select the correct option
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2, and 3
2 only
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The 155th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore is being celebrated all over India. With respect to that consider the following
1. Rabindranath Tagore is the first Non-European to win the Nobel Prize in 1913
2. Gora is a work composed by Rabindranath Tagore.
3. Rabindranath Tagore founded Shantiniketan.
Select the incorrect one
1. Rabindranath Tagore is the first Non-European to win the Nobel Prize in 1913
2. Gora is a work composed by Rabindranath Tagore.
3. Rabindranath Tagore founded Shantiniketan.
Select the incorrect one
1 and 2 only
2 only
3 only
None of the above
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Consider the following
1. Badrinath
2. Dwarka
3. Tirupathi
4. Puri
5. Rameshwaram
Which of the above pilgrimage constitute the famous “Char Dham” Yatra
1. Badrinath
2. Dwarka
3. Tirupathi
4. Puri
5. Rameshwaram
Which of the above pilgrimage constitute the famous “Char Dham” Yatra
1, 2, 4, 5 only
2, 3, 4, 5 only
1, 4, 5 only
1, 2, 3, 4 only
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The Birthday celebrations of Maharana Pratap was in news recently. Maharana Pratap is associated with which of the following battle in the history of medieval India.
1. Battle of Haldighati
2. Battle of Chausa
3. Battle of Begram
4. Battle of Kanauj
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Which of the following countries cannot be affected by tropical cyclones?
1. Philippines
2. Australia
3. Latvia
4. United Kingdom
5. Morocco
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1. Philippines
2. Australia
3. Latvia
4. United Kingdom
5. Morocco
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1,3,5 only
3,4,5 only
2,4,5 only
4 and 5 only
Not Known
Consider the following
1. Nathu La pass – Sikkim
2. Shipki La pass – Himachal Pradesh
3. Khardung La Pass – Jammu and Kashmir
Which of the above given passes are incorrectly matched
1. Nathu La pass – Sikkim
2. Shipki La pass – Himachal Pradesh
3. Khardung La Pass – Jammu and Kashmir
Which of the above given passes are incorrectly matched
2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
None of the above
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Pakistan recently opposed India and its G4 ally’s bid for Permanent seat at UN. Consider the following statements with respect to G4 Nations.
1. India, Germany, Brazil and Japan constitute G4 members.
2. The primary aim of G4 is the Economic cooperation and a Permanent member seat on the Security Council.
3. India is the only nuclear power state among G4 nations.
Select the correct option
1. India, Germany, Brazil and Japan constitute G4 members.
2. The primary aim of G4 is the Economic cooperation and a Permanent member seat on the Security Council.
3. India is the only nuclear power state among G4 nations.
Select the correct option
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
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Consider the following
1. Mosses
2. Ferns
3. Conifers
Which of the following group of plants does not belong to the category of Vascular plants?
1. Mosses
2. Ferns
3. Conifers
Which of the following group of plants does not belong to the category of Vascular plants?
2 and 3 only
1 only
3 only
None of the above
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The early arrival of monsoon this year is making headlines. Consider the following statements
1. La Nina is associated with cooler than average sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean.
2. Mild winters in southern Canada and the northern continental Europe are some of the +ve effects of La Nina i
Select the correct option with respect to whether events happening around Pacific ocean.
1. La Nina is associated with cooler than average sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean.
2. Mild winters in southern Canada and the northern continental Europe are some of the +ve effects of La Nina i
Select the correct option with respect to whether events happening around Pacific ocean.
1 only
2 only
Both
None
Not Known
Consider the following
1. In India the percentage of Inland fishing grounds outnumber marine fishing grounds.
2. India is the largest producer of Inland fisheries in the world
3. West Bengal tops the list of leading fish producing states in India
Select the correct answer
1. In India the percentage of Inland fishing grounds outnumber marine fishing grounds.
2. India is the largest producer of Inland fisheries in the world
3. West Bengal tops the list of leading fish producing states in India
Select the correct answer
1 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
1, 2 and 3
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Consider the following
1. Terminating the sitting of parliament for an indefinite period is known as Adjournment sine die
2. The power of adjournment sine die does not lie with president who otherwise prorogue the house
Select the incorrect one
1. Terminating the sitting of parliament for an indefinite period is known as Adjournment sine die
2. The power of adjournment sine die does not lie with president who otherwise prorogue the house
Select the incorrect one
1 only
2 only
Both
None
Not Known
Recently OECD (Organisation for economic cooperation and development) was in news. Consider the following with respect to OECD
1. OECD was formed to assist Marshall Plan for reconstruction of Europe and other countries after World War 2.
2. The head quarter of OECD is located in Paris.
3. India joined OECD in 2014
Select the correct one
1. OECD was formed to assist Marshall Plan for reconstruction of Europe and other countries after World War 2.
2. The head quarter of OECD is located in Paris.
3. India joined OECD in 2014
Select the correct one
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
3 only
2 and 3 only
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The spread of Avian Influenza in south India is in news. Consider the following statements with respect to Avian Influenza
1. It is a viral infection spread from bird to bird.
2. A particular strain of H5N1 virus is believed to cause avian influenza.
3. Human beings catch bird flu by close contact with birds or bird droppings.
Select the correct answer
1. It is a viral infection spread from bird to bird.
2. A particular strain of H5N1 virus is believed to cause avian influenza.
3. Human beings catch bird flu by close contact with birds or bird droppings.
Select the correct answer
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2, and 3
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Consider the following statement with respect Kolleru Lake
1. It is located in Tamil Nadu
2. It is the biggest fresh water lake in Asia
3. It is one of the largest breeding and feeding ground for migratory birds in India
Select the correct option
1. It is located in Tamil Nadu
2. It is the biggest fresh water lake in Asia
3. It is one of the largest breeding and feeding ground for migratory birds in India
Select the correct option
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
2 only
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Consider the following
1. Teak
2. Sal
3. Rosewood
Which of the following trees grow in Tropical moist deciduous forests in India?
1. Teak
2. Sal
3. Rosewood
Which of the following trees grow in Tropical moist deciduous forests in India?
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2, and 3
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Consider the following
1. A cloudburst is different from rain only in the amount of water that pours down on the earth.
2. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) labels rainfall over 100 mm per hour as cloudburst
Select the correct answer
1. A cloudburst is different from rain only in the amount of water that pours down on the earth.
2. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) labels rainfall over 100 mm per hour as cloudburst
Select the correct answer
1 only
2 only
Both
None
Not Known
Consider the following
1. He started a highly influential English news paper known as “The Leader”
2. He founded Banaras Hindu University
3. He is also known “Mahamana”
Who among the given freedom fighters is the correct match of above description?
1. He started a highly influential English news paper known as “The Leader”
2. He founded Banaras Hindu University
3. He is also known “Mahamana”
Who among the given freedom fighters is the correct match of above description?
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru
Pandit Madam Mohan Malviya
Ishwar Chandra Vidya Sagar
Gopal Krishna Gokhale
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Consider the following statements with respect to Conference of Parties
1. It is organised by United Nations framework convention on climate change.
2. 2015 edition of COP was held in Nairobi Kenya.
3. It is conducted annually.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1. It is organised by United Nations framework convention on climate change.
2. 2015 edition of COP was held in Nairobi Kenya.
3. It is conducted annually.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1 and 3 only
2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
Not Known
GHGs are beneficial for the human existence as without it the earth would have been cooler, and far too cold for life to exist. But few GHGs are generated only through anthropogenic activities such as
1. Methane
2. Nitrous oxide
3. Sulfur hexafluoride
4. Perfluorocarbons
Select the correct option
1. Methane
2. Nitrous oxide
3. Sulfur hexafluoride
4. Perfluorocarbons
Select the correct option
2, 3 and 4 only
1, 2 and 3 only
3 and 4 only
1 and 4 only
Not Known
Which among the following are favourable conditions for the formation and intensification of tropical cyclones?
1. Large sea surface with temperature higher than 27° C;
2. Presence of the Coriollis force;
3. Small variations in the vertical wind speed;
4. A pre-existing weak low-pressure area
Select the correct option
1. Large sea surface with temperature higher than 27° C;
2. Presence of the Coriollis force;
3. Small variations in the vertical wind speed;
4. A pre-existing weak low-pressure area
Select the correct option
1, 2 and 3 only
2, 3 and 4 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2, 3, and 4
Not Known
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