DAILY PRELIMS COMPILED(March 15th- 31st,2020)
DAILY PRELIMS COMPILED
(MARCH 15th - 31st, 2020)
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Qn.1) Mani app, a mobile app for visually challenged to identify currency notes, is an initiative of which among the following?
A. Reserve Bank of India
B. Smile Foundation
C. Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disability
D. State Bank of India
Ans: (A) Reserve Bank of India
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Qn.2) Senna Spectabilis, recently seen in the news is related to:
A. A variety of mangrove tree.
B. A deciduous tree native to tropical areas of America.
C. Drought resistant wheat variety.
D. A pesticide.
Ans: (B) A deciduous tree native to tropical areas of America.
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Qn.3) Which among the following statements is/are true regarding Savitribai Phule?
1. She worked against discrimination based on caste-based identity.
2. She was associated with Satyashodhak Samaj.
3. She established the University of Pune.
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
Ans: (A) 1 and 2 only
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Qn.4) Which among the following statements is/are true regarding North East Monsoon?
1. It travels from South West to North East.
2. It brings rain to Tamil Nadu (which includes Puducherry), Kerala and Coastal Andhra Pradesh.
3. It contributes to 75% of India’s annual rainfall.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 3 only
Ans: (b) 2 only
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Qn.5) Which among the following are privileges allowed for Parliament or Parliamentarians?
1. Freedom from Arrest
2. Exemption from attendance as witnesses
3. Right to exclude strangers
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
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
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Qn.6) The Kalapani border issue, often seen in the news is between India and Which among the following?
A. Nepal
B.Bhutan
C. Myanmar
D. Bangladesh
Ans: (A) Nepal
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Qn.7) With reference to Indian Science Congress, consider the following statements
1. It is held annually at a suitable place in India.
2. The Indian Science Congress Association was started in the year 1914 in Kolkata.
Which of the statements above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
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Qn.8) The Quds Force, often seen in the news belongs to, Which among the following?
A. Iran
B. Syria
C. Turkey
D. Yemen
Ans: (A) Iran
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Qn.9) With reference to UNESCO creative cities network (UCCN), consider the following statements
1. It is to promote cooperation with and among cities that have identified on their cleanliness.
2. No cities from India have been made into the list yet.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
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Qn.10) With reference to FAME-II Scheme, consider the following statements
1. FAME is to encourage electric vehicles by providing subsidies.
2. Under FAME II the government will offer incentives for electric buses, three-wheelers and four-wheelers to be used for commercial purposes.
3. The centre will invest in setting up charging stations, with the active participation of public sector units and private players.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
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Qn.11) The New and Emerging Strategic Technologies (NEST) initiative recently seen in the news is introduced by which among the following?
A. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
B. Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises
C. NITI Aayog
D. Ministry of External Affairs
Ans: (D) Ministry of External Affairs
=========================
Qn.12) Which among the following species has/have Extraocular Vision?
1. Red Brittle Star
2. Sea Urchin
3. Crabs
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
Ans: (A) 1 and 2 only
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Qn.13) With regard to Drosophila, consider the following statements
1. It is a genus of flies.
2. It is regarded as a destructive agricultural pest.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
=========================
Qn.14) With reference to UJALA scheme, consider the following statements
1. It is to promote efficient lighting, enhance awareness on using efficient equipment which reduces electricity bills and helps preserve the environment.
2. The scheme is being implemented by Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
=========================
Qn.15) The rehabilitation centre for freshwater turtles, recently seen in the news is opened in which among the following?
A. Odisha
B. Bihar
C. Kerala
D. Andhra Pradesh
Ans: (B) Bihar
=========================
Qn.16) With reference to Project NETRA, consider the following statements
1. It is an early warning system in space to detect debris and other hazards to Indian satellites.
2. It is initiated by DRDO.
3. Its eventual goal is to capture the GEO, or geostationary orbit.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (C) 1 and 3 only
=========================
Qn.17) Miyawaki method, sometimes seen in news is related to:
A. Project Management in Public administration
B. Planting of Saplings
C. Public Distribution System delivery
D. Aadhar verification
Ans: (B) Planting of saplings
=========================
Qn.18) With reference to Smog tower, often seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. They are structures designed to work as large-scale air purifiers.
2. The filters installed in the tower will use carbon nanofibres as a major component.
3. First smog tower in the country is installed in Varanasi.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (C) 1 and 2 only
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Qn.19) Which among the following is/are benefits for a language if it is included in the 8th schedule of the constitution?
1. It would get recognition from the Sahitya Akademi.
2. Books written in that language would be translated into other recognised Indian languages.
3. Members of Parliament and MLAs could speak in that language in Parliament and State Assemblies.
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
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
=========================
Qn.20) NetSCoFAN, recently seen in the news, related to:
A. Solar Powered FAN
B. A network of institutions working in the area of food & nutrition.
C. Free Internet Service by Facebook
D. A malware
Ans: (B) Network of institutions working in the area of food & nutrition.
=========================
Qn.21) With reference to Indian Data Relay Satellite System, consider the following statements
1. It is planned to track and be constantly in touch with all satellites in the space both Indian and Foreign.
2. It will be a set of satellites that will track, send and receive information from other Satellites.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (B) 2 only
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Qn.22) ‘Zo Kutpui’ festival, an event to unify tribes recently seen in the news, is being organized in which among the following State?
A. Nagaland
B. Assam
C. Tamil nadu
D. Mizoram
Ans: (D) Mizoram
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Qn.23) With reference to Pradhan Mantri Laghu Vyapari Maan-dhan Yojana, consider the following statements
1. It is a voluntary and contribution-based central sector scheme.
2. It assures a monthly pension of ₹3,000 for the entry age group of 18-40 years after attaining the age of 60 years.
3. Under the scheme, the government makes matching contributions in the subscribers’ account.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
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Qn.24) ‘The instrument of Protecting Powers’ often seen in the news, is related to which among the following?
A. Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations
B. Kyoto Protocol of UNFCCC
C. United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea
D. Energy Charter Treaty
Ans: (A) Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations
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Qn.25) Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) is mandated with the responsibility of export promotion and development of the following scheduled products?
1. Meat and Meat Products
2. Dairy Products
3. Honey, Jaggery and Sugar Products
4. Groundundnuts, Peanuts and Walnuts
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A. 2, 3 and 4 only
B. 1, 3 and 4 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Ans: (D) 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Qn.26) With reference to Small Finance Banks, consider the following statements
1. Small finance banks do not accepts deposits
2. It lends 75% of their total adjusted net bank credit to the priority sector.
3. It can lend to big corporates and groups.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (A) 2 only
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Qn.27) With regard to draft Scientific Social Responsibility (SSR) Policy, consider the following statements
1. It proposed to give credit to knowledge workers/scientists for individual SSR activities.
2. It will be implemented by the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (A) 1 only
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Qn.28) With reference to Northeast gas pipeline grid project, consider the following statements
1. The project is implemented under the Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga project.
2. The pipeline will enable the supply of piped cooking gas to households and CNG to automobiles, besides fuel to industry.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
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Qn.29) With reference to Lithium sulphur battery, recently seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It has five times the capacity of a traditional lithium-ion battery.
2. Li-S batteries are many times cheaper than lithium-ion batteries.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
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Qn.30) With reference to ‘Black Box’ of an aeroplane, consider the following statements
1. The cockpit voice recorder and a flight data recorder together are called Black Box.
2. It is not retrievable in the aftermath of a plane crash that occurs at sea.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans; (A) 1 only
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Qn.31) With regard to Government Owned Contractor Operated model (GOCO), often seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. Under this, the assets owned by the government will be operated by the private industries.
2. The missions are set by the government and private sector together and the private sectors are given full independence in implementing the missions.
3. The private companies need not make investments on land, machinery and other support systems.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (C) 1 and 3 only
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Qn.32) With reference to habitable zone or “Goldilocks zone” often seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It is the range of orbital distances from a star at which human life can exist on the surface of a planet.
2. This range of distances changes depending on the size and temperature of the star.
3. Earth is in the habitable zone of the sun
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (A) 2 and 3 only
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Qn.33) With regard to the Curative Petition, Consider the following statements
1. Review Petitions can be filed if the curative petition is rejected.
2. The court could impose the penalty to the petitioner if his curative petition plea lacks merit.
3. The petition usually is to be sent to the three senior-most judges and judges of the bench who passed the judgement affecting the petition.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (B) 2 and 3 only
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Qn.34) With reference to Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2020, consider the following statements
1. It is celebrated on 9th January every year.
2. It is celebrated to commemorate the Khilafat Movement.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (A) 1 only
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Qn.35) With reference to the Endangered Languages Project (ELP), often seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It is an initiative of the UNESCO.
2. It aims to foster the exchange of information related to at-risk languages and accelerate endangered language research and documentation.
3. 2019, was the International Year of Indigenous Languages, mandated by the United Nations (UN).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (B) 2 and 3 only
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Qn.36) With reference to ‘Green Credit Scheme’, consider the following statements
1. It allows “forests” to be traded as a commodity.
2. It allows private companies, village forest communities — to identify land and begin growing plantations.
3. This is the first time such a scheme is formulated in India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (A) 1 and 2 only
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Qn.37) With regard to Zero Budget Natural Farming, consider the following statements
1. It is a method of farming where the cost of growing and harvesting plants is zero.
2. Under this farmers need not purchase fertilizers and pesticides in order to ensure the healthy growth of crops.
3. It protects the soil from degradation.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
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Qn.38) With reference to Operation Sankalp, recently seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It is a maritime security operation launched by India to promptly respond to the emergency situations for Indian sea vessels in the Middle East region.
2. It has been launched in order to ensure the safe passage of Indian Flag Vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
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Qn.39) ‘Top Risks 2020’, a report recently seen in the news, is released by which among the following?
A. World Bank
B. World Economic Forum
C. The Eurasia group
D. IMF
Ans: (C) The Eurasia Group
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Qn.40) With reference to State Energy Efficiency Index 2019, consider the following statements
1. It has developed by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE).
2. It ranks the states only on the solar power capacity installed.
3. Karnataka, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and Puducherry were the best performers in this year.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 3 only
Ans: (B) 1 and 3 only
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Qn.41) With reference to Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), consider the following statements
1. It will be set up under the Ministry of Defence.
2. It will assist in centralising cybersecurity investigations.
3. It suggests amendments in cyber laws to keep pace with fast-changing technologies.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (C) 2 and 3 only
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Qn.42) With reference to National Youth Day, consider the following statements
1. It is celebrated on January 12th every year.
2. It is started to celebrate in India before independence.
3. It is celebrated to commemorate Swami Vivekananda’s Chicago speech.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (A) 1 only
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Qn.43) H9N2, recently seen in the news, is related with which among the following?
A. Nipah Virus
B. CoronaVirus
C. Bird Flu
D. Swine Flu
Ans: (C) Bird Flu
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Qn.44) Artemis lunar exploration program, recently seen in the news, is an initiative of which among the following?
A. Roscosmos
B. NASA
C. JAXA
D. SpaceX
Ans: (B) NASA
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Qn.45) With reference to Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification 2018, consider the following statements
1. It is based on the recommendations of Shailesh Nayak committee.
2. CRZ-I includes ecologically sensitive areas, where no construction is allowed except activities for atomic power plants, defence.
3. In all Rules, the regulation zone has been defined as the area up to 500 m from the high-tide line.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
=========================
Qn.46) With reference to Mission Purvodaya, recently seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It aims to develop all over India into an integrated steel hub.
2. It is an initiative of the Ministry of Steel.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (B) 2 only
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Qn.47) Consider the following pairs
1. Makar Sankranti - Karnataka
2. Maghi - Punjab
3. Uttarayan - Uttar Pradesh
4. Kicheri - Gujarat
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 and 4 only
C. 1, 2 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Ans: (A) 1 and 2 only
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Qn.48) Which Indian cities have been listed as the top 10 world’s fastest-growing urban areas, a survey by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)?
1. Indore
2. Malappuram
3. Chennai
4. Kozhikode
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 4 only
C. 1 and 4 only
D. 2 and 3 only
Ans: (B) 2 and 4 only
=========================
Qn.49) With reference to the Integrated Road Accident Database (IRAD), consider the following statements
1. It is developed by the National Informatics Centre.
2. It is supported by the World Bank.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (B) 2 only
=========================
Qn.50) With reference to Hormuz peace initiative, consider the following statements
1. The Strait of Hormuz is the waterway separating Iran and Oman, linking the Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.
2. It is an initiative to bring peace and stability in Afghanistan.
3. India is not a participant to it.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (C) 1 only
=========================
Qn.51) With reference to ‘Raisina Dialogue’, often seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It is an event organized by the Ministry of External Affairs and Observer Research Foundation (ORF).
2. The participants of Raisina Dialogue are Foreign ministers of G20 countries.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (A) 1 only
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(MARCH 15th - 31st, 2020)
=========================
Qn.1) Mani app, a mobile app for visually challenged to identify currency notes, is an initiative of which among the following?
A. Reserve Bank of India
B. Smile Foundation
C. Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disability
D. State Bank of India
Ans: (A) Reserve Bank of India
========================
Qn.2) Senna Spectabilis, recently seen in the news is related to:
A. A variety of mangrove tree.
B. A deciduous tree native to tropical areas of America.
C. Drought resistant wheat variety.
D. A pesticide.
Ans: (B) A deciduous tree native to tropical areas of America.
========================
Qn.3) Which among the following statements is/are true regarding Savitribai Phule?
1. She worked against discrimination based on caste-based identity.
2. She was associated with Satyashodhak Samaj.
3. She established the University of Pune.
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
Ans: (A) 1 and 2 only
=========================
Qn.4) Which among the following statements is/are true regarding North East Monsoon?
1. It travels from South West to North East.
2. It brings rain to Tamil Nadu (which includes Puducherry), Kerala and Coastal Andhra Pradesh.
3. It contributes to 75% of India’s annual rainfall.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 3 only
Ans: (b) 2 only
============================
Qn.5) Which among the following are privileges allowed for Parliament or Parliamentarians?
1. Freedom from Arrest
2. Exemption from attendance as witnesses
3. Right to exclude strangers
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
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
=========================
Qn.6) The Kalapani border issue, often seen in the news is between India and Which among the following?
A. Nepal
B.Bhutan
C. Myanmar
D. Bangladesh
Ans: (A) Nepal
=========================
Qn.7) With reference to Indian Science Congress, consider the following statements
1. It is held annually at a suitable place in India.
2. The Indian Science Congress Association was started in the year 1914 in Kolkata.
Which of the statements above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
=========================
Qn.8) The Quds Force, often seen in the news belongs to, Which among the following?
A. Iran
B. Syria
C. Turkey
D. Yemen
Ans: (A) Iran
=========================
Qn.9) With reference to UNESCO creative cities network (UCCN), consider the following statements
1. It is to promote cooperation with and among cities that have identified on their cleanliness.
2. No cities from India have been made into the list yet.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
=========================
Qn.10) With reference to FAME-II Scheme, consider the following statements
1. FAME is to encourage electric vehicles by providing subsidies.
2. Under FAME II the government will offer incentives for electric buses, three-wheelers and four-wheelers to be used for commercial purposes.
3. The centre will invest in setting up charging stations, with the active participation of public sector units and private players.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
=========================
Qn.11) The New and Emerging Strategic Technologies (NEST) initiative recently seen in the news is introduced by which among the following?
A. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
B. Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises
C. NITI Aayog
D. Ministry of External Affairs
Ans: (D) Ministry of External Affairs
=========================
Qn.12) Which among the following species has/have Extraocular Vision?
1. Red Brittle Star
2. Sea Urchin
3. Crabs
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
Ans: (A) 1 and 2 only
=========================
Qn.13) With regard to Drosophila, consider the following statements
1. It is a genus of flies.
2. It is regarded as a destructive agricultural pest.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
=========================
Qn.14) With reference to UJALA scheme, consider the following statements
1. It is to promote efficient lighting, enhance awareness on using efficient equipment which reduces electricity bills and helps preserve the environment.
2. The scheme is being implemented by Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
=========================
Qn.15) The rehabilitation centre for freshwater turtles, recently seen in the news is opened in which among the following?
A. Odisha
B. Bihar
C. Kerala
D. Andhra Pradesh
Ans: (B) Bihar
=========================
Qn.16) With reference to Project NETRA, consider the following statements
1. It is an early warning system in space to detect debris and other hazards to Indian satellites.
2. It is initiated by DRDO.
3. Its eventual goal is to capture the GEO, or geostationary orbit.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (C) 1 and 3 only
=========================
Qn.17) Miyawaki method, sometimes seen in news is related to:
A. Project Management in Public administration
B. Planting of Saplings
C. Public Distribution System delivery
D. Aadhar verification
Ans: (B) Planting of saplings
=========================
Qn.18) With reference to Smog tower, often seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. They are structures designed to work as large-scale air purifiers.
2. The filters installed in the tower will use carbon nanofibres as a major component.
3. First smog tower in the country is installed in Varanasi.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (C) 1 and 2 only
=========================
Qn.19) Which among the following is/are benefits for a language if it is included in the 8th schedule of the constitution?
1. It would get recognition from the Sahitya Akademi.
2. Books written in that language would be translated into other recognised Indian languages.
3. Members of Parliament and MLAs could speak in that language in Parliament and State Assemblies.
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
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
=========================
Qn.20) NetSCoFAN, recently seen in the news, related to:
A. Solar Powered FAN
B. A network of institutions working in the area of food & nutrition.
C. Free Internet Service by Facebook
D. A malware
Ans: (B) Network of institutions working in the area of food & nutrition.
=========================
Qn.21) With reference to Indian Data Relay Satellite System, consider the following statements
1. It is planned to track and be constantly in touch with all satellites in the space both Indian and Foreign.
2. It will be a set of satellites that will track, send and receive information from other Satellites.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (B) 2 only
=========================
Qn.22) ‘Zo Kutpui’ festival, an event to unify tribes recently seen in the news, is being organized in which among the following State?
A. Nagaland
B. Assam
C. Tamil nadu
D. Mizoram
Ans: (D) Mizoram
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Qn.23) With reference to Pradhan Mantri Laghu Vyapari Maan-dhan Yojana, consider the following statements
1. It is a voluntary and contribution-based central sector scheme.
2. It assures a monthly pension of ₹3,000 for the entry age group of 18-40 years after attaining the age of 60 years.
3. Under the scheme, the government makes matching contributions in the subscribers’ account.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
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Qn.24) ‘The instrument of Protecting Powers’ often seen in the news, is related to which among the following?
A. Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations
B. Kyoto Protocol of UNFCCC
C. United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea
D. Energy Charter Treaty
Ans: (A) Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations
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Qn.25) Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) is mandated with the responsibility of export promotion and development of the following scheduled products?
1. Meat and Meat Products
2. Dairy Products
3. Honey, Jaggery and Sugar Products
4. Groundundnuts, Peanuts and Walnuts
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A. 2, 3 and 4 only
B. 1, 3 and 4 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Ans: (D) 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Qn.26) With reference to Small Finance Banks, consider the following statements
1. Small finance banks do not accepts deposits
2. It lends 75% of their total adjusted net bank credit to the priority sector.
3. It can lend to big corporates and groups.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (A) 2 only
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Qn.27) With regard to draft Scientific Social Responsibility (SSR) Policy, consider the following statements
1. It proposed to give credit to knowledge workers/scientists for individual SSR activities.
2. It will be implemented by the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (A) 1 only
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Qn.28) With reference to Northeast gas pipeline grid project, consider the following statements
1. The project is implemented under the Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga project.
2. The pipeline will enable the supply of piped cooking gas to households and CNG to automobiles, besides fuel to industry.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
=========================
Qn.29) With reference to Lithium sulphur battery, recently seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It has five times the capacity of a traditional lithium-ion battery.
2. Li-S batteries are many times cheaper than lithium-ion batteries.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
=========================
Qn.30) With reference to ‘Black Box’ of an aeroplane, consider the following statements
1. The cockpit voice recorder and a flight data recorder together are called Black Box.
2. It is not retrievable in the aftermath of a plane crash that occurs at sea.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans; (A) 1 only
=========================
Qn.31) With regard to Government Owned Contractor Operated model (GOCO), often seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. Under this, the assets owned by the government will be operated by the private industries.
2. The missions are set by the government and private sector together and the private sectors are given full independence in implementing the missions.
3. The private companies need not make investments on land, machinery and other support systems.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (C) 1 and 3 only
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Qn.32) With reference to habitable zone or “Goldilocks zone” often seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It is the range of orbital distances from a star at which human life can exist on the surface of a planet.
2. This range of distances changes depending on the size and temperature of the star.
3. Earth is in the habitable zone of the sun
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (A) 2 and 3 only
=========================
Qn.33) With regard to the Curative Petition, Consider the following statements
1. Review Petitions can be filed if the curative petition is rejected.
2. The court could impose the penalty to the petitioner if his curative petition plea lacks merit.
3. The petition usually is to be sent to the three senior-most judges and judges of the bench who passed the judgement affecting the petition.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (B) 2 and 3 only
=========================
Qn.34) With reference to Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2020, consider the following statements
1. It is celebrated on 9th January every year.
2. It is celebrated to commemorate the Khilafat Movement.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (A) 1 only
=========================
Qn.35) With reference to the Endangered Languages Project (ELP), often seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It is an initiative of the UNESCO.
2. It aims to foster the exchange of information related to at-risk languages and accelerate endangered language research and documentation.
3. 2019, was the International Year of Indigenous Languages, mandated by the United Nations (UN).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (B) 2 and 3 only
=========================
Qn.36) With reference to ‘Green Credit Scheme’, consider the following statements
1. It allows “forests” to be traded as a commodity.
2. It allows private companies, village forest communities — to identify land and begin growing plantations.
3. This is the first time such a scheme is formulated in India.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (A) 1 and 2 only
=========================
Qn.37) With regard to Zero Budget Natural Farming, consider the following statements
1. It is a method of farming where the cost of growing and harvesting plants is zero.
2. Under this farmers need not purchase fertilizers and pesticides in order to ensure the healthy growth of crops.
3. It protects the soil from degradation.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
=========================
Qn.38) With reference to Operation Sankalp, recently seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It is a maritime security operation launched by India to promptly respond to the emergency situations for Indian sea vessels in the Middle East region.
2. It has been launched in order to ensure the safe passage of Indian Flag Vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (C) Both 1 and 2
=========================
Qn.39) ‘Top Risks 2020’, a report recently seen in the news, is released by which among the following?
A. World Bank
B. World Economic Forum
C. The Eurasia group
D. IMF
Ans: (C) The Eurasia Group
=========================
Qn.40) With reference to State Energy Efficiency Index 2019, consider the following statements
1. It has developed by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE).
2. It ranks the states only on the solar power capacity installed.
3. Karnataka, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and Puducherry were the best performers in this year.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 3 only
Ans: (B) 1 and 3 only
=========================
Qn.41) With reference to Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), consider the following statements
1. It will be set up under the Ministry of Defence.
2. It will assist in centralising cybersecurity investigations.
3. It suggests amendments in cyber laws to keep pace with fast-changing technologies.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (C) 2 and 3 only
=========================
Qn.42) With reference to National Youth Day, consider the following statements
1. It is celebrated on January 12th every year.
2. It is started to celebrate in India before independence.
3. It is celebrated to commemorate Swami Vivekananda’s Chicago speech.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (A) 1 only
=========================
Qn.43) H9N2, recently seen in the news, is related with which among the following?
A. Nipah Virus
B. CoronaVirus
C. Bird Flu
D. Swine Flu
Ans: (C) Bird Flu
=========================
Qn.44) Artemis lunar exploration program, recently seen in the news, is an initiative of which among the following?
A. Roscosmos
B. NASA
C. JAXA
D. SpaceX
Ans: (B) NASA
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Qn.45) With reference to Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification 2018, consider the following statements
1. It is based on the recommendations of Shailesh Nayak committee.
2. CRZ-I includes ecologically sensitive areas, where no construction is allowed except activities for atomic power plants, defence.
3. In all Rules, the regulation zone has been defined as the area up to 500 m from the high-tide line.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (D) 1, 2 and 3
=========================
Qn.46) With reference to Mission Purvodaya, recently seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It aims to develop all over India into an integrated steel hub.
2. It is an initiative of the Ministry of Steel.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (B) 2 only
=========================
Qn.47) Consider the following pairs
1. Makar Sankranti - Karnataka
2. Maghi - Punjab
3. Uttarayan - Uttar Pradesh
4. Kicheri - Gujarat
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 and 4 only
C. 1, 2 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Ans: (A) 1 and 2 only
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Qn.48) Which Indian cities have been listed as the top 10 world’s fastest-growing urban areas, a survey by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)?
1. Indore
2. Malappuram
3. Chennai
4. Kozhikode
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 4 only
C. 1 and 4 only
D. 2 and 3 only
Ans: (B) 2 and 4 only
=========================
Qn.49) With reference to the Integrated Road Accident Database (IRAD), consider the following statements
1. It is developed by the National Informatics Centre.
2. It is supported by the World Bank.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (B) 2 only
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Qn.50) With reference to Hormuz peace initiative, consider the following statements
1. The Strait of Hormuz is the waterway separating Iran and Oman, linking the Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.
2. It is an initiative to bring peace and stability in Afghanistan.
3. India is not a participant to it.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (C) 1 only
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Qn.51) With reference to ‘Raisina Dialogue’, often seen in the news, consider the following statements
1. It is an event organized by the Ministry of External Affairs and Observer Research Foundation (ORF).
2. The participants of Raisina Dialogue are Foreign ministers of G20 countries.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (A) 1 only
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