Insights on India Quiz-1

1. Which of the following statements about Payment Banks are incorrect?
1. Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFCs) and super market chains can acquire the license
2. They can accept demand and term deposits
3. They must comply with the SLR (statutory liquidity ratio) and CRR (cash reserve ratio) requirements
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 and 2 Only
1 and 3 Only
2 and 3 Only
2 Only
Not Known
2. With reference to the ‘Schengen Code’, which of the following is/are correct?
1) Members party to it form the ‘Schengen Area’, and have abolished passport and any other type of border control at their common borders, also referred to as internal borders
2) Only European Union member nations have adopted this code
Choose the correct answer:
1 Only
2 Only
1 and 2 Both
None
Not Known
3. Consider the following features of administration contained in the Fifth Schedule of the Indian Constitution:
1) The President is empowered to declare an area to be a scheduled area
2) The President is empowered to direct that any particular act of the Parliament does not apply to a scheduled area
3) The Tribal Advisory Council, three-fourth of whose members are to be representatives of the Scheduled Tribes (STs) in the state assembly, advise on welfare and advancement of the STs
Which of the above statements are correct?
1 Only
1 and 2 Only
1 and 3 Only
1,2 and 3
Not Known
4. The ‘Narcotics Control Bureau’ (NCB) is affiliated to the
Ministry of Finance
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Ministry of Chemical Fertilizers
Ministry of Home Affairs
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5. Consider the following statements about “Methamphetamine”:
1) Unlike drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, and heroin, which are derived from plants, it can be manufactured using a variety of store bought chemicals
2) It is also known as “Ephedrine” or in short, “Meth”
3) Ephedrine is a vital component in cough syrups and nasal decongestants
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 and 2 Only
2 and 3 Only
1 and 3 Only
All
Not Known
6. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is chaired by the:
Defence Minister
Finance Minister
Prime Minister
Home Minister
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7. Consider the following statements about ‘Sallekhana’:
1. It is a religious practice in which a Jain stops eating with the intention of preparing for death
2. It is a religious practice in which a Jain fasts to death in order to, among others, seek redemption for sins committed
3. Such an act shall be registered as a criminal case and investigated by the police
4. It is also known as ‘Santhara’
Choose the correct answer:
4 Only
3 and 4 Only
2, 3 and 4 Only
None of the above
Not Known
8. Consider the following statements about Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT):
1) It is applicable on all companies except those in infrastructure only
2) It is dealt with in Section 115-JB of the Income Tax Act
Choose the correct answer:
1 Only
2 Only
1 and 2 Both
None
Not Known
9. Which among the following rivers are tributaries of River Krishna?
1) Mahadayi (Mandovi)
2) Malprabha
3) Ghatprabha
4) Ghod
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
2 and 3 Only
1 and 4 Only
1 and 3 Only
1,2 and 3
Not Known
10. “Atoms for Peace” is another name for an organization often seen in the news. With reference to it, consider the following statements:
1) It is within the United Nations family
2) It promotes safe, secure and peaceful Neutrino research
3) It is commonly known as the “Global Neutrino Network”
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 Only
1 and 2 Only
1 and 3 Only
2 and 3 Only
Not Known
11. Consider the following statements regarding the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC):
1) It has 21 members including India.
2) In APEC, all economies have an equal say and decision-making is reached by consensus.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1 Only
2 Only
Both
None
Not Known
Tides occur in oceans and seas due to which of the following?
1) Gravitational Force of the Sun
2) Gravitational Force of the Moon
3) Gravitational Force of the Earth
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1 and 2 Only
2 and 3 Only
1 and 3 Only
All
Not Known
13. Consider the following pairs:
Country   Currency
1) Malaysia:   Rand
2) Turkey:    Gezi
3) Thailand:    Baht
4) Brazil:    Real
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
1 and 2
2 and 3
1, 3 and 4
3 and 4
Not Known
14. With reference to the ‘Viability Gap Funding (VGF)’, which of the following is/are correct?
1) Support under this scheme is available only for infrastructure projects
2) It is administered jointly by the Ministry of Urban Development and the Ministry of Rural Development
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1 Only
2 Only
1 and 2 Both
Neither 1 nor 2
Not Known
15. Who among the following in India can grant arms license for acquisition/possession of arms?
1) District Magistrate
2) Ministry of Defense
3) Ministry of Home Affairs
4) Chief Secretary of the respective state
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1 and 3 Only
2 and 3 Only
1 and 3 Only
All
Not Known
16. Consider the following statements about Eucalyptus trees:
1) Their plantations can cause decline in ground water levels
2) Its wood is used in plywood industries
3) ‘Niligiri Neem’ trees are a relatively ecological-friendly alternative
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1 and 2 Only
2 and 3 Only
1 and 3 Only
All
Not Known
17. Which of the following statements regarding ‘Federation of Indian Export Organisations’ is/are correct?
1) It was set up jointly by the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India and private trade and industry
2) It is ISO 27001 certified, which is a Quality Management System Standard
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1 Only
2 Only
1 and 2 Both
Neither 1 nor 2
Not Known
18. Consider the following pairs:
Strait  Connecting/Separating Land/Sea
1) Strait of Hormuz:   Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman
2) Strait of Dover:   English Channel and Bay of Biscay
3) Bab el-Mandeb:   Arabia and Africa
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
1 Only
2 and 3 Only
1 and 3 Only
1,2 and 3
Not Known
19. Which of the following groups of people are present in Manipur?
1) Naga
2) Kuki
3) Pangal
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1 Only
1 and 2 Only
1, 2 and 3 Only
2 and 3 Only
Not Known
20. With reference to the ‘Inner Line Permit (ILP) System’, which of the following is/are correct?
1) In the North East Region, it is issued under the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation, 1873, by state governments
2) Access by Indians to certain parts of Leh (in Jammu & Kashmir) require ILP
3) Foreigners, apart from domestic travelers, must obtain ILP to travel within protected/restricted areas
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1 Only
2 Only
2 and 3 Only
1 and 2 Only
Not Known
21. Which is the wettest place on land on earth?
Mawsynram
Cherrapunjee
Agumbe
Sitargunj
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22. With reference to the ‘Strategic Partnership Agreement’ signed by India and Afghanistan, which of the following is/are correct?
1. India was the first country Afghanistan chose to sign a strategic partnership agreement with
2. It was signed in 2011
Choose the correct answer:
1 Only
2 Only
Both
None
Not Known
“UNSC resolution 1267” often seen in the news is
A) A sanctions regime applicable to designated individuals and entities associated with Al-Qaida, wherever located
B) A sanctions regime applicable to designated individuals and entities associated with Daesh, wherever located
C) A resolution to help the governments of India and Pakistan restore peace and order to the region and prepare for a plebiscite to decide the fate of Kashmir
D) A resolution calling on all States to cooperate urgently on preventing the international flow of terrorist fighters to and from conflict zones
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24. Some earth station antennas/dishes don’t need to move once they have been properly aimed at a target satellite in the sky. This is because the satellite is placed in
Medium-Earth-Orbit (MEO)
Low-Earth-Orbit (LEO)
Polar orbit
Geostationary Orbit
Not Known
25. ISRO’s “Satish Dhawan Space Center” manages rocket launch pads located in:
1) Karnataka
2) Andhra Pradesh
3) Tamil Nadu
4) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 and 2 Only
2 and 3 Only
2 and 4 Only
2 Only
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26. Besides poisoning by Diclofenac, what other threats do vultures in India face?
1) Cattle herders poisoning meat to kill carnivores to protect their livestock
2) Lack of food due to unavailability of carcasses owing to hygienic and scientific disposal methods
3) Hunting, because vulture-meat in China is considered to have blood-purifying properties
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 and 2 Only
2 and 3 Only
1 and 3 Both
1 Only
Not Known
27. Consider the following statements:
1) India is not a member of the G20.
2) China is the only Asian member of G20.
3) G20 is the working group of the OECD.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1 Only
2 and 3 Only
3 Only
None
Not Known
28. Consider the following statements regarding the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA):
1) The Ministry of Home Affairs is mandated to administer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010.
2) Political party or its office bearers are prohibited from accepting foreign contribution under the Act, except in some specific situations as mentioned in the Act.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1 Only
2 Only
1and 2 Both
None
Not Known
29. Consider the following statements regarding the National Human Rights Commission:
1) It is a constitutional body created after the enactment of the Indian Constitution.
2) Its recommendations are just advisory and not binding in nature.
3) It submits Annual report to the Central government and to the concerned state governments.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
2 and 3 Only
2 Only
1 and 3 Only
1 and 2 Only
Not Known
30. Consider the following statements about Organic Farming in India:
1. The National Programme for Organic Production was launched by the Ministry of Commerce
2. The state of Kerala has enacted a policy that requires all Kerala growers to farm organically by 2020
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
1 Only
2 Only
Both
None
Not Known
31. With reference to India’s external debt, which of the following is/are correct?
1) It’s maturity profile indicates the dominance of long-term borrowings
2) Non-resident Indian (NRI) deposits are regarded as short-term debt
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
1 only
2 Only
Both
None
Not Known
“Lampedusa”, which was recently in the news, is
a. An island country in the Mediterranean sea
b. Italy’s plan of action to tackle the inflow of refugees from Africa
C. An agreement signed by the European Union member countries to protect and provide for African refugees
d. The southern-most point of Italy in the Mediterranean sea
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33. Consider the following statements regarding the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India:
1) The RBI Governor is appointed by the President of India.
2) The governor holds the office during the pleasure of the President of India.
Which of the above statement/statements is/are correct?
1 Only
2 Only
Both
None
Not Known
34. With reference to the Reserve Bank of India, consider the following statements:
1) RBI was constituted under the Reserve bank of India Act 1934 based on the recommendation of Hilton Young Commission.
2) At the time of its constitution, RBI was a privately owned institution.
3) RBI was nationalized in 1955 along with the State Bank of India
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1 and 3 Only
2 and 3 Only
1 and 2 Only
All
Not Known
Consider the following statements regarding the Indradhanush Mission:
1) The mission aims to cover all those children by 2020 who are either unvaccinated, or are partially vaccinated against seven vaccine preventable diseases.
2) The state of Jammu & Kashmir is not covered under the Scheme.
3) This Mission was launched on the eve of Good Governance Day.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1 Only
1 and 3 Only
3 Only
None
Not Known
Consider the following statements regarding Ammonium Nitrate (AN):
1) It is widely used as a fertilizer in the agricultural industry.
2) It is highly hygroscopic.
3) About 90% of ammonium nitrate consumed in India is imported.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1 and 3 Only
2 and 3 Only
1 and 2 Only
All
Not Known
Consider the following statements regarding GSAT – 6 satellite:
1) It is a part of the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS).
2) It provides S-band communication services in the country.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1 Only
b) 2 Only
1 and 2 Both
Neither 1 and 2
Not Known
38. Consider the following statements about “Methamphetamine”:
1) Unlike drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, and heroin, which are derived from plants, it can be manufactured using a variety of store bought chemicals
2) It is also known as “Ephedrine” or in short, “Meth”
3) Ephedrine is a vital component in cough syrups and nasal decongestants
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A) 1 and 2 Only
B) 2 Only
C) 1 and 3 Only
D) 1 Only
Not Known
39. Under which of the following circumstances can the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) take over the investigation of a criminal case registered by the State Police?
1. The concerned State Government makes a request to the Central Government which agrees to it
2. The State Government makes a request to the CBI which in turn makes a request to the Department of Personnel and Training which agrees to it
3. High Courts orders it to take up such investigations
4. Supreme Court orders it to take up such investigations
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A) 1 and 4 only
B) 2 and 4 Only
c) 3 and 4 Only
D) 1, 3 and 4 Only
Not Known
40. The monthly compilation of the Index of Industrial Production is an activity carried out by the
a. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
B. Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance
C. National Sample Survey Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
D. Central Statistical Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
Not Known
Who among the following releases the monthly compilation of the production index of the eight core industries?
A. Office of the Economic Adviser (OEA), Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP)
b. Office of the Economic Adviser (OEA), Department of Economic Affairs
c. National Sample Survey Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
d. Central Statistical Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
Not Known
The Ebola River, also known as the ‘Legbala’, flows through
A. Liberia and Sierra Leone
B Mali
C. Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire)
D South Africa
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Consider the following statements about ‘Vachana Sahitya’ or ‘Vachana Literature’:
1) ‘Vachanakaras’ consisted of members from the upper and lower strata of society
2) Although it drew many women followers, there were no women Vachanakaras
3) The ‘Vachana movement’ flourished in the 12th century C.E.
4) It consists of brief paragraphs, often invoking Lord Shiva or offering Him Pooja
Select the correct answer using the code given below
1 and 4 Only
2 and 4 Only
1, 3 and 4Only
all
Not Known
With reference to ‘Project Mausam’, which of the following is/are correct?
1) A project for re-establishment of India’s ancient maritime routes with its traditional trade partners along the Indian Ocean
2) A geo-engineering project whose main component is cloud-seeding
3) The project will be administered by the Ministry of Tourism
4) The project will be administered by the Ministry of Earth Sciences
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A) 1 and 2 Only
B) 2 and 3 Only
C) 1 Only
D) 4 Only
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Which of the following statements about “Purchasing Managers’ Index” (PMI) are correct?
1. It is an indicator of the economic health of the manufacturing sector only
2. A reading under 50 represents a contraction
3. The PMI is a biannual release
Select the answer using the codes given below:
A) 1 Only
B) 2 Only
c) 1 and 2 Both
d) Neither 1 and 2
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Consider the following statements with regard to base rate computation by banks in India:
1) At present, banks follow different methodologies for computing their Base Rate
2) The RBI regards Base Rates calculated based on average-cost-of-funds method as most sensitive to changes in the policy rates from the extant methods being utilized
Choose the correct answer:
A) 1 only
B) 2 Only
C) 1 and 2 Both
D) Neither 1 and 2
Not Known
With reference to the Smart National Common Mobility Card (NCMC), consider the following statements:
1) It has been launched by the Ministry of Finance
2) It will be integrated with the RuPay card gradually
3) It can be used as a credit/debit card
4) It also enables seamless travel by different metros and other transport systems across the country
Which of the above are incorrect?
a. 1 and 2 Only
b. 2 and 3 Only
c. 3 and 4 Only
D. All are correct
Not Known
The Constitution, under the Sixth Schedule, contains special provisions for the administration of tribal areas in which of the following states?
1) Assam
2) Nagaland
3) Manipur
4) Mizoram
5) Tripura
6) Meghalaya
Select the answer using the codes given below:
A. 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
b. 1, 2, 3 and 6 only
c. 1, 4, 5 and 6 only
d. 1, 3, 4 and 6 only
Not Known
Consider the following statements regarding the Public Accounts Committee:
1) It is constituted by the President of India every year.
2) The Chairman of the committee is appointed by the Speaker of Lok Sabha.
3) A Minister is not eligible to be elected as a member of the Committee.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 Only
B 2 Only
c. 2 and 3 Only
D None
Not Known
The Public Liability Insurance (PLI) Act, 1991 is administered by:
A) Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change
b) Ministry of Finance
C) Ministry of Home Affairs
D) Ministry of corporate affairs
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Consider the following statements regarding the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB):
1) It is a statutory organization under the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF).
2) It is also entrusted with the powers and functions under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A) 1 Only
B) 2 Only
C) Both
D) None
Not Known
The Union Cabinet recently approved a new policy for the auction of small and marginal oilfields. Consider the following statements about the new policy:
1) Both, private as well as foreign companies can bid for these blocks
2) Unlike before, it provides for a unified license for extraction of different hydrocarbons
3) Companies selling gas will not be bound by the government’s allocation policy
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A) 1 and 2 Only
B) 2 and 3 Only
C) 1 and 3 Only
d) 1,2 and 3
Not Known
List III of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution refers to the
A) Union List
B) Concurrent List
C) State List
D) None of the above
Not Known
Part XI of the Constitution deals with
A. The Panchayat
B. The Panchayat & The Municipalities
C. The Cooperative Societies
D. Relations between the Union and the States
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With reference to ‘Law Commissions’, consider the following statements:
1) The first such Commission in British-India was established in 1834 under the Charter Act of 1833
2) Its major function is to work for legal reform
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A) 1 only
B) 2 Only
C) 1 and 2 Both
D) Neither 1 and 2
Not Known
With reference to ‘King Tides’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1) It occurs during a ‘Supermoon’
2) They are also known as ‘Perigean Spring Tides’
3) When King Tides coincide with surface gravity waves, coastal flooding and erosion usually occurs
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A. 1 and 2 Only
B. 2 and 3 Only
C. 1 and 3 Only
D. All are correct
Not Known
57. Consider the following statements regarding Dengue:
1) There are four dengue virus serotypes
2) Dengue is a mosquito-borne parasitic infection
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. 1 and 2 Both
d. Neither 1 or 2
Not Known
58. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is responsible for the development, maintenance, management and operation of:
1) National Highways
2) State Highways
3) Border Roads
4) Village Roads
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:
a. 1 and 2 Only
b 1 and 3 Only
c. 1 Only
D 1, 3 and 4 Only
Not Known
59. Consider the following statements regarding NITI Aayog:
1) Prime Minister of India acts as the chairperson of this body.
2) Vice-Chairperson of the Aayog will be appointed by the Prime Minister.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A) 1 Only
b) 2 Only
C) Both
D) None
Not Known
60. Consider the following statements regarding the Saansad Gram AdarshYojana:
1) The Project was launched on the occasion of birth anniversary of LokNayak Jai Prakash Narayan.
2) Under the Scheme, a separate fund will be created at the state level and will be attached to the consolidated fund of the State.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A) 1 Only
b) 2 Only
C) Both
D) None
Not Known
61. Consider the following statements regarding Freedom Fighter Bagha Jatin:
1. He was associated with Jugantar party.
2. He is one of the founders of the Anushilan Samiti.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a) 1 Only
B) 2 Only
C) 1 and 2 Both
D) Neither 1 and 2
Not Known
62. Consider the following statements regarding the Law Commission of India:
1) It is a statutory body.
2) It is constituted by the Government of lndia from time to time
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a) 1 Only
b) 2 Only
C) 1 and 2 Both
D) Neither 1 and 2
Not Known
63. The eight Millenium Development Goals, set by the United Nations, include:
1) Eradicate Extreme Hunger and Poverty
2) Eradicate Child Labour
3) Promote Gender Equality and Empower Women
4) Reduce Child Mortality
5) Improve Maternal Health
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:
A. 2,3 and 5 Only
b. 1,2 and 5 Only
C. 1,3,4 and 5 Only
D. All
Not Known
64. Which of the following statements regarding ‘Engineering Export Promotion Council’ (EEPC) is/are incorrect?
1) Over 50% of its members are Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
2) Apart from organizing a number of promotional activities, it also acts as an advisory body to the Government in matters of policy formulation
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A) 1 only
B) 2 Only
C) 1 and 2 Both
D) Neither 1 or 2
Not Known
65. Consider the following statements about the ‘Group of 20’ (G-20):
1) It engages with non-member countries
2) Its member nations together represent about two-thirds of the world population
3) Its permanent secretariat is located in the United Kingdom
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 Only
B. 2 and 3 Only
C. 1 and 3 Only
D. All are correct
Not Known
66. Consider the following statements with reference to an animal found in India:
1) It spends most of its time in trees
2) It is the state animal of Sikkim
3) They are most active at night as well as dawn and dusk
4) Habitat degradation due to excessive extraction of fuel wood is the biggest threat to it
The above statements are associated with which animal?
a. Phayre’s Langur
B. Hoolock Gibbon
c. Red Panda
d. Clouded Leopard
Not Known
67. Consider the following statements regarding the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT):
1. AMRUT is the new avatar of the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM).
2. Under this mission, 50% of the budget allocation will be given to states and union territories as incentive based on the achievement of reforms during the previous year.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a) 1 Only
b) 2 Only
C) 1 and 2 Both
D) Neither 1 or 2
Not Known
68. Consider the following statements:
1. Melanin is widely used by pharmaceutical companies for the treatment of skin cancer.
2. Melanin is an effective absorber of light.
3. Melanin is also used by cosmetics industry in the production of Skin Protection Factor (SPF) creams.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A) 1 Only
B) 1 and 2 Only
C) 1 and 3 Only
D) All
Not Known
69. Consider the following statements with reference to the National Green Tribunal (NGT):
 The Tribunal is not bound by the procedure laid down under the Code of Civil Procedure.
 The Chairman of the tribunal is required to be a serving or retired Chief Justice of a High Court or a judge of the Supreme Court of India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 Only
b. 2 Only
C. 1 and 2 Both
D. Neither 1 or 2
Not Known
70. The first airport in the world that would be running fully on solar power is the
A. Jorhat International Airport
B. Surat Airport
C. Cochin International Airport
D. Port Blair Airport
Not Known
71. With reference to P-Notes, which of the following statements are true?
 A Supreme Court appointed Special Investigation Team has recommended restrictions on its transfer to help curb black money
 Clamp down on transfer of P-notes could result in a fall in foreign portfolio inflows
 P-note holdings had once risen to almost 50 per cent of FIIs’ assets under custody
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a. 1 and 2 Only
b. 2 and 3 Only
c. 1 and 3 Only
d. All are correct
Not Known
72. The Koshiyari Committee – a petition committee of the Rajya Sabha – was set up to look into the issue of
a. Improper disposal of e-waste
b. One Rank One Pension
c. Inadequate contingency funds with the Reserve Bank of India
D. Possible shortfall in revenue among states with adoption of the Goods and Services Tax
Not Known
73. With reference to fertilizer subsidy in India, which of the following statements are correct?
1. Prices of subsidized urea have remained almost unchanged since 2000
2. The average ratio of NPK used in farms is 8.2:3.2:1
3. Di-ammonium Phosphate (DAP) and Potash too are subsidized
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a. 1 and 2 Only
B. 2 and 3 Only
C. 1 and 3 Only
D. 1,2 and 3
Not Known
74. Yemen shares its land border with which of the following countries?
a. Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates
B. Oman and United Arab Emirates
C. Saudi Arabia and Oman
D. Bahrain and Qatar
Not Known
75. Gulf of Aden shares its name with the port city of Aden in
A) Oman
B) Egypt
C) Yemen
D) Somalia
Not Known
76. Which among the following sections of the Indian Penal Code is also known as ‘The Sedition Law’?
A. 499 and 500
B. 420
C. 124A
D. 153A
Not Known
77. Consider the following statements:
1) It is one of the oldest living theatrical traditions
2) It represents a synthesis of Sanskrit classicism and reflects the local traditions
3) Neta abhinaya (eye expression) and hasta abhinaya (the language of gestures) are prominent
4) A single act may take days to perform and a complete performance may last up to 40 days
The above statements, with reference to a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of India, are a description of:
A. Mudiyett
b. Ramman
C. Kutiyattam
D. Kathakiyettam
Not Known
78. Consider the following statements regarding the Aerobic Rice Cultivation method:
1) Water productivity is reported to be higher in aerobic rice cultivation method than the conventional method.
2) Aerobic rice cultivation leads to increased weed growth.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a. 1 Only
b. 2 Only
c. 1 and 2 Both
D. Neither 1 or 2
Not Known
79. Consider the following statements regarding Mohiniyattam:
1) It is meant to be performed as solo recitals by women.
2) It follows the Hastha Lakshanadeepika, a textbook for Mudras.
3) The vocal music for Mohiniyattam is classical Carnatic.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 Only
B. 2 and 3 Only
C. 1 and 3 Only
D. All
Not Known
80. Consider the following statements regarding the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI):
1) It is a statutory organization headed by the union Minister of Health and family Welfare.
2) It lays down mechanisms and guidelines for accreditation of certification bodies engaged in certification of food safety management system for food businesses.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A) 1 Only
B) 2 Only
C) 1 and 2 Both
D) Neither 1 or 2
Not Known
81. Which of the following statements about Electronic Transactions in India are true?
1. The Electronic Transaction Systems Act, 2007 governs this area
2. It is the government’s policy to incentivise it and disincentivise cash transactions
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
a. 1 Only
B. 2 Only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 or 2
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82. The Balkan route which many Syrian refugees have of late used to migrate into the European Union comprises which of the following list of countries?
A. Turkey, Greece, Serbia, and Austria
b. Turkey, Hungary, Italy and Austria
c. Greece, Albania, Hungary and Slovakia
D. Greece, Romania, Slovakia and Czech Republic
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83. Which of the following statements with regard to ‘geo-fencing’ are incorrect?
1) These are virtual barriers whose geographical boundaries are defined with the help of Global Positioning Systems only
2) It can be of utility to the Public Distribution System because when a truck driver breaks from his route, automatic alerts are received by the concerned department
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A) 1 Only
B) 2 Only
C) 1 and 2 Both
D) Neither 1 or 2
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84. Consider the following statements:
1. ‘Endo-atmosphere’ refers to the Troposphere and the Stratosphere as one atmospheric block
2. ‘Exo-atmosphere’ refers to the space beyond Stratosphere as one atmospheric block
3. The above two terms are used in defining missile defence battle space boundaries
Which of the above statements are correct?
A. 1 and 3 Only
B. 2 and 3 Only
C. 1,2 and 3
D. 3 Only
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85. With reference to ‘W20’ which was recently in the news, consider the following statements:
 Also known as ‘World-20’, it is similar to the G-20 but each of the 6-inhabited continents are near-equally represented either by 3 or 4 countries
 It has been launched by the IMF
 India and China are members
Which of the above statements are correct?
a. 2 and 3 Only
b. 1,2 and 3
c. 1 and 3 Only
D. 3 Only
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86. Which of the following statements with regard to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) are incorrect?
 It will consist of a Central GST, State GST and an Integrated GST (IGST)
 Imports will be regarded as interstate good and services-supplies, hence along with customs duty the IGST will be applicable
 It is a destination-based tax concept
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 and 3 Only
b. 2 and 3 Only
c. 1 and 2 Only
D. All are correct
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87. Since 2000 global Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions have been growing in all sectors, except:
A. Agriculture, forestry, and other land use (AFOLU)
b. Electricity and Heat Production
b. Electricity and Heat Production c. Transport
D. Buildings
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88. The Inner Line Permit (ILP) system exists in which of the following list of North-East Indian states?
A. Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland
B. Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim and Nagaland
c. Sikkim, Tripura and Meghalaya
D. Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland
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89. Consider the following statements about the ‘National Payments Corporation of India’ (NCPI):
1) It is the umbrella institution for all of the country’s retail payment systems
2) It is a body promoted by the Reserve Bank of India
3) It has been incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013
Which of the above statements are correct?
a) 1 and 2 Only
B) 2 and 3 Only
C) 1 and 3 Both
D) 1,2 and 3
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90. Consider the following statements:
1) The Spices Board, India is under the aegis of the Ministry of Agriculture
2) ‘Flavourit Spice Trading Limited’ is a Spices Board enterprise
3) At present, the Spices Board has set up signature stalls only within India
Which of the above statements are correct?
A. 1 and 2 Only
b. 1 and 3 Only
C. 2 and 3 Only
D. 1,2 and 3
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91. Consider the following statements about naval ships:
1) Cruisers’ main role is to assist amphibious expeditionary forces and replenish groups and merchant convoys
2) Destroyers have traditionally been utilized in anti-submarine warfare
3) Frigates are seaborne platforms of sophisticated modern guided-missile systems
Which of the above statements are incorrect?
A. 2 and 3 Only
B. 1,2 and 3
c. 1 and 3 Only
d. 3 Only
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92. Which of the following are correctly matched?
1) Bhavai – Gujarat
2) Theyyam – Tamil Nadu
3) Kalaripayattu – Kerala
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:
a. 1 and 2 Only
B. 2 and 3 Only
C. 3 Only
D. 1 and 3 Only
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93. Consider the following statements regarding Amogha-1:
1) It is an indigenously developed anti – submarine missile.
2) It was developed by DRDO.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 Only
b. 2 Only
C. 1 and 2 Both
D. Neither 1 or 2
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94. The G4 group includes:
1. Japan
2. Germany
3. Brazil
4. India
5. China
6. South Africa
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:
a. 1,2,3 and 4 Only
b. 2,3,4 and 5 Only
c. 1,3, 4 and 5 Only
d. 1,2,4 and 6 Only
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95. Consider the following statements regarding the Man Booker Prize for fiction:
 It is awarded each year for the best original novel, written in the English language, and published in the UK.
 It is open to any citizen writing in the English language.
 It carries a cash prize.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a. 1 and 2 Only
b. 3 Only
c. 1 and 3 Only
d. All are correct
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96. With reference to ‘Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited’ (BSNL), which of the following statements are incorrect?
 It runs operations across the country except in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata
 It is one of the top loss-making Central Public Sector Enterprises along with Air India Limited
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
A. 1 Only
B. 2 Only
C. 1 and 2 Both
D. Neither 1 or 2
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97. What is the primary responsibility of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC)?
a. To promote and maintain amity between member nations of the UN General Assembly
B. To avert a third world war
c. To maintain international peace and security
D. To prevent civil wars
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98. Which of the following statements about the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) are true?
 Each of its 10 members have one vote
 Not only can it resort to imposing sanctions, it can even authorize the use of force
 It recommends to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) the admission of new Members to the United Nations
 Together with the UNGA, it elects the judges of the International Court of Justice
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A. 1, 2 and 3 Only
b. 2, 3 and 4 Only
c. 1, 3 and 4 Only
d. All
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99. The recent directive to ban the import of Ammonium Nitrate in loose form was given by the
a. Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
B. Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion
C. Ministry of Home Affairs
D. Ministry of Agriculture
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100. The World Bank’s goals are to
 End extreme poverty within a generation (by 2030)
 Boost shared prosperity
 To promote greater equity in the developing world
Which of the above statements are correct?
A. 1 and 2 Only
B. 2 and 3 Only
C. 1 and 3 Only
D. All
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