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1 Consider the following about the recently constituted Banks Board Bureau (BBB).

It will be a subsidiary of the RBI, consisting of eminent professionals and officials1.

for public sector banks (PSBs).

It will replace the Appointments Board of Government.2.

It will approve mergers and acquisition of commercial banks in India.3.

It will restructure the bad loans of distressed banks.4.

Select the correct answer using the codes below.

1, 2 and 4 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

1, 2, 3 and 4D.

User Answer :Correct Answer : B

Answer Justification :

Justification:Statement 1 & 2: BBB will be a super authority (Autonomous Body)

of eminent professionals and officials for public sector banks (PSBs). It will replace

the Appointments Board of Government.

Statement 3 & 4: It will guide banks on mergers and consolidations and also ways to

address the bad loans problem among other issues. It will not regulate mergers and

restructure bad loans.

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Source:http://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/centres-nod-for-bank-board-bur

eau/article8293334.ece

2 The Amending Act (1781) to the Regulating Act of 1773 had which of the following

provisions?

Increase in the jurisdiction of Supreme Court established by the Regulating Act1.

1773

Recognition of the appellate jurisdiction of the Governor-General-in-Council2.

Enactment of a temporary Uniform Civil Code3.Select the correct answer using the codes below.

1 onlyA.

2 and 3 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

2 onlyD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D
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Justification:Statement 1: It was actually the opposite. The act significantly reduced

the powers of the Supreme Court at Calcutta. The actions of the servants of the

Company in their official capacity were exempted from the jurisdiction of the

Supreme Court.

It also separated the Governor-General-in-Council and revenue matters from the

Court's jurisdiction.

Statement 2: The Act recognized the appellate jurisdiction of the Governor-General-

in-Council.

It empowered the Governor-General and Council to convene as a Court of Record to

hear appeals from the Provincial Courts on civil cases. It meant that appeal could be

taken from the provincial courts to the Governor General & Council and that was to

be the final court of appeal.

Statement 3: The Act asserted that Mohammedan cases should be determined by

Mohammedan law and Hindu law applied in Hindu cases. So, 3 is clearly wrong.

Q Source:Improvisation: Chapter 1: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth

3 The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the investment arm of the World Bank has

launched its first Uridashi Masala Bonds. Why corporate prefer Masala Bonds over

External Commercial Borrowings (ECBs)?

Masala bonds do not face currency fluctuation risks.A.

There is no limit to borrowing under Masala bonds unlike ECBs.B.

Masala Bonds are subsidized by the government.C.

Masala bonds are not bought and sold under market mechanism unlike ECBs.D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Justification:Option (b) can be easily eliminated as India has quantitative

restrictions over capital account (like foreign currency borrowing and lending).

Option (c) is wrong. Option (d) is also wrong, as Masala bonds are also market

related instruments issued by the IFC.

Option (a): They are issued to foreign investors and settled in US dollars. Hence the
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currency risk lies with the investor and not the issuer, unlike external commercial

borrowings (ECBs), where Indian companies raise money in foreign currency loans.

While ECBs help companies take advantage of the lower interest rates in

international markets, the cost of hedging the currency risk can be significant.

You can read all about Masala bonds in the Q Source.

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4 Which of the following phenomenon is observed due to Doppler Effect?Increase in sound of Car Siren when it is approaching1.

Redshift2.

Neutron bombing in Nuclear Reactors3.


1 and 2 onlyA.

3 onlyB.

2 and 3 onlyC.

1, 2 and 3 onlyD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Justification:The Doppler Effect (or Doppler shift) is the change in frequency of a

wave (or other periodic event) for an observer moving relative to its source.

For e.g. it causes a car engine or siren to sound higher in pitch when it is

approaching than when it is receding.

The Doppler Effect for electromagnetic waves such as light is of great use in

astronomy and results in either a so-called redshift or blueshift. It has been used to

measure the speed at which stars and galaxies are approaching or receding from us;that is, their radial velocities.

Q Source:East coast of India to get sixth Doppler Radar for weather forecasting:

Current Affairs

5 Consider the following statements about the Act of 1909 which is also known as Morley-

Minto Reforms.
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It introduced a system of communal representation.1.

It provided for the association of Indians with the executive Councils of the Viceroy2.

and Governors.

It curtailed the deliberative functions of the legislative councils at the provincial3.

level but increased the same at Central level.

It relaxed the central control over the provinces by separating the central and4.

provincial subjects.


1 and 2 onlyA.

3 and 4 onlyB.

1, 2 and 4 onlyC.

1, 2, 3 and 4D.User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Justification:Statement 1: It introduced a system of communal representation for

Muslims by accepting the concept of 'separate electorate'. Under this, the Muslim

members were to be elected only by Muslim voters. Thus, the Act 'legalised

communalism' and Lord Minto came to be known as the Father of Communal

Electorate.

Statement 2: Satyendra Prasad Sinha became the first Indian to join the Viceroy'sExecutive Council. He was appointed as the law member.

Statement 3: It enlarged the deliberative functions of the legislative councils at both

the levels. For example, members were allowed to ask supplementary questions,

move resolutions on the budget, and so on.

Statement 4: This was done in the Act of 1919.

Q Source:Chapter 1: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth

6 The protected area which hosts Mangroves as well as the Giant Salt Water Crocodiles is

Hemis National ParkA.

Bhitarkanika National ParkB.

Khirganga National ParkC.

Papikonda Wildlife SanctuaryD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : B



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Learning:Mangroves, saltwater crocodile, white crocodile, Indian python, black

ibis, wild pigs, rhesus monkeys, chital are the major attractions in the Bhitarkanika

park.

Both Hemis and Khirganga are in Himachal Pradesh and thus cannot host

mangroves and salt water crocodile. Option (a) can be eliminated.

Papikonda does not host mangroves. So, (d) is also eliminated.

Q Source:Test 14 Syllabus

7 A geostationary orbit is a particular type of geosynchronous orbit where a satellite ingeosynchronous orbit returns to the same point in the sky at the same time each day. This is

made possible as

The satellite orbits directly above the poles.1.

The satellite follows the direction of the Earth's rotation.2.

Which of the above is/are correct?

1 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

Both 1 and 2C.

NoneD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : B


Justification:It is a circular orbit nearly 36,000 kilometres above the Earth's equator

following the direction of the Earth's rotation.

An object in such an orbit has an orbital period equal to the Earth's rotational period

(one sidereal day), and thus appears motionless, at a fixed position in the sky, to

ground observers.

Communications satellites and weather satellites are often placed in geostationary

orbits, so that the satellite antennas (located on earth) which communicate with them

do not have to rotate to track them, but can be pointed permanently at the position in

the sky where the satellites are located

Q Source:Revision previous Tests: SET A: Q67: CDS 2011

8 The raga which is sung late in night is


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Raga DarbariA.

Raga TodiB.

Raga BhopaliC.

Raga BhimpalasiD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Justification:Todi should be performed in the late morning.

Raga Bhopali should be sung after sunset.

Bhimpalasi should be sung in late Afternoon.

Raga Darbari is a raga in the Kanada family, which is thought to have originated in

Carnatic music and brought into North Indian music by Miyan Tansen, the 16th-

century composer in emperor Akbar's court.

Q Source: CSP 2000

9 Which of the following statements is INCORRECT with regard to Polar Vortex?

It is a large-scale cyclone.A.

Coriolis force is needed for a Polar vortex to be sustained.B.It strengthens in the winter and weakens in the summer.C.

It reduces depletion of ozone.D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification:Option (a): There are two polar vortices in the atmosphere of planet

Earth, one around the North Pole, and one around the South Pole. Each polar vortex

is a persistent, large-scale cyclone, circling the planet's geographical poles.

The bases of the two polar vortices are located in the middle and upper troposphere

and extend into the stratosphere.

Option (b): As with other cyclones, their rotation is caused by the Coriolis effect.

Option (c): These cold-core low-pressure areas strengthen in the winter and weaken

in the summer due to their dependence upon the temperature differential between

the equator and the poles.


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When the polar vortex is strong, the Westerlies increase in strength. When the polar

cyclone is weak, the general flow pattern across mid-latitudes buckles and

significant cold outbreaks occur, for e.g. in 2013 North America.

Option (d): Ozone depletion occurs within the polar vortices - particularly over the

Southern Hemisphere - reaching a maximum depletion in the spring. So, (d) is

wrong.

Q Source:Improvisation: CSP 2000

10 As per the Indian Independence Act of 1947, the Governor-general of India was to be

Elected by the first Constituent Assembly or Central Legislative Assembly ofA.India

Appointed by the Viceroy on the advice of the executive councilB.

Appointed by the British Monarch on the advice of the dominion cabinetC.

Nominated by the dominion cabinet based on the recommendation of theD.

Viceroy

User Answer :

Correct Answer : C


Learning:The Act abolished the office of viceroy and provided, for each dominion,

a governor-general, who was to be appointed by the British King on the advice of

the dominion cabinet.

His Majesty's Government in Britain was to have no responsibility with respect to

the Government of India or Pakistan.

It also abolished the office of the secretary of state for India and transferred his

functions to the secretary of state for Commonwealth Affairs.


11 Consider the following about United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

UN Economic and Social Council is its parent organization.1.

The status of UNDP is that of an executive board within the United Nations General2.

Assembly.

UNDP is funded entirely by voluntary contributions from member nations.3.


1 and 2 onlyA.


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2 and 3 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

1, 2 and 3D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Learning:Statement 1: UNDP activities are coordinated trough the machinery of the

Economic and Social Council. It is the United Nations' global development network,

(headquartered in New York City).

Statement 2: The UNDP Administrator is the third highest-ranking official of theUnited Nations after the United Nations Secretary-General and Deputy Secretary-

General.

Statement 3: UNDP works with nations on their own solutions to global and national

development challenges. As they develop local capacity, they draw on the people of

UNDP and its wide range of partners.

Q Source:Test 14 Syllabus and Chapter 2: Indian Economy 5th Edition by Ramesh

Singh

12 A 'Trickle-down' approach to economic policy making will rely on which of the

following?

High tax rates for corporations and wealthy individuals1.

Complete nationalization of the means of production2.

Improving economic growth rates3.


1 and 2 onlyA.

3 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

1, 2 and 3D.

User Answer :Correct Answer : B


Justification:

It is argued by trickle down economists that cutting income tax for the rich

will not just benefit high-earners, but also everyone as it generates additional

demand and employment in the economy.


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Also, increased profits for firms may be reinvested into expanding output.

This again leads to higher growth, wages and incomes for all.

Lower income taxes increase the incentive to for people to work leading to

higher productivity and economic growth.

So, clearly statement 1 is wrong, and 3 is correct as per the Trickle down

economic approach.

Q Source:Often in news

13 The Constituent Assembly was constituted in 1946 under the scheme formulated by the

Cabinet Mission Plan. As per the Plan

Each province and princely state was to be allotted seats in proportion to their1.

respective population.

Princely states could veto the resolutions passed in the Constituent assembly.2.

The representatives of princely states were to be nominated by the heads of the3.

princely states.

Community based representation was to be abolished in the constituent assembly.4.


1 and 3 onlyA.

1, 2 and 4 onlyB.

3 onlyC.

1, 3 and 4 onlyD.User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Justification:Statement 1: Roughly, one seat was to be allotted for every million

population.

Statement 2: There was no such provision. In fact, the 93 seats allotted to the

princely states were not filled as they decided to stay away from the Constituent

Assembly.

Statement 3: The representatives of each community were to be elected by members

of that community in the provincial legislative assembly and voting was to be by the

method of proportional representation by means of single transferable vote.

Statement 4: Seats allocated to each British province were to be decided among the

three principal communitiesMuslims, Sikhs and general (all except Muslims and

Sikhs), in proportion to their population.


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14 Consider the following statements about the external sector.

Assertion (A): Current Account deficit as a percentage of GDP has steadily1.

increased during the last decade.

Reason (R): India has recently abolished controls over the current account2.

convertibility.

In the context of the above, which of these is correct?

A is correct, and R is an appropriate explanation of A.A.

A is correct, but R is not an appropriate explanation of A.B.

A is correct, but R is incorrect.C.

Both A and R are incorrect.D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification:CAD had increased and then steadily decreased during the last decade,

and more so in the last 5 years to now nearly 1.5% of GDP. So, A is incorrect.

India had long abolished controls on the current account. It is the capital account

which is not fully convertible. So, R is also incorrect.

Q Source:Annual Budget 2016-17

15 Which of the following was/were committees associated with the Constituent Assembly

of India?

Welfare State Ideals committee1.

A States Committee for Negotiating with the States2.

A provincial Constitution Committee3.


1 and 2 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

2 and 3 onlyD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Learning:The Constituent Assembly appointed a number of committees to deal

with different tasks of constitution-making. Out of these, eight were major


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committees and the others were minor committees. The names of these committees

and their chairmen are given below:

Major Committees:

Union Powers Committee - Jawaharlal Nehru

Union Constitution Committee - Jawaharlal Nehru

Provincial Constitution Committee - Sardar Patel

Drafting Committee - Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

Advisory Committee on Fundamental Rights, Minorities and Tribal and

Excluded Areas - Sardar Patel.

Rules of Procedure Committee - Dr. Rajendra Prasad

States Committee (Committee for Negotiating with States) - Jawaharlal

Nehru

Steering Committee - Dr. Rajendra Prasad


16 Effective Revenue Deficit is

Revenue deficit minus grants for creation of capital AssetsA.

Revenue receipts adjusted for expenditure on interest paymentsB.

Fiscal deficit minus revenue expenditureC.

Revenue deficit minus plan allocation to States and UTsD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Learning:Broadly, the expenditure which does not result in creation of assets for

the Government of India, is treated as revenue expenditure.

All grants given to the State Governments/Union Territories and other parties are

also treated as revenue expenditure even though some of the grants may be used for

creation of capital assets.

Revenue expenditure which results in the creation of capital assets is reduced from

revenue deficit to arrive at the effective revenue deficit (ERD).

Q Source:http://indiabudget.nic.in/ub2016-17/keybud/keybud2016.pdf

17 Which of the following erstwhile provinces had the largest membership in the
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Constituent Assembly of India?

United ProvincesA.

MadrasB.

West BengalC.

BombayD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Learning:Both the Indian provinces and Princely states were the members of

constituent assembly of India.

Former taken together were greater in number than the princely states.

United Provinces had 55 members, Madras had 49, West Bengal 19 and Bombay 21.

Out of all princely states, Travancore had the highest membership of 6. Other

princely states had 1-4 members in the constituent assembly of India.

Q Source:Table 2.1: Chapter 2: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth

18 In ancient Indian Buddhist monasteries, a ceremony called Pavarana used to be held. It

was theOccasion to elect the Sanghaparinayaka and two speakers one on DhammaA.

and the other on Vinaya

Confession by monks of their offences committed during their stay in theB.

monasteries during the rainy season

Ceremony of initiation of new person into the Buddhist Sangha in which theC.

head is shaved an when yellow robes are offered

Gathering of Buddhist monks on the next day to the full moon day ofD.

Ashadha when they take up affixed abode for the next four months or rainy

season

User Answer :

Correct Answer : B


Learning:Pavarana is a Buddhist holy day celebrated on Aashvin full moon of the

lunar month.

It marks the end of the 3 lunar months of Vassa, sometimes called "Buddhist Lent."


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This day marks the end of the rainy season in some Asian countries like Thailand,

where Theravada Buddhism is practiced.

On this day, each monk must come before the community of monks (Sangha) and

atone for an offense he may have committed during the Vassa.

Most Mahayana Buddhists do not observe Vassa, though many Son/Thien monks in

Korea and Vietnam do observe an equivalent retreat of three months of intensive

practice in one location.

Q Source:Direct from CSP 2001

19 Consider the following about the federal structure of India.

The Indian federal structure is the result of an agreement between the states.1.

All states have a legitimate right to secede from the federation by legislative means.2.


1 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

Both 1 and 2C.

NoneD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification:The term 'Federation' has nowhere been used in the Constitution.

Article 1 describes India as a 'Union of States'.

This implies two things: one, Indian Federation is not the result of an agreement by

the states; and two, no state has the right to secede from the federation. So, a

secessionist movement by say the state of Nagaland is not legitimate and

constitutional.

Both statements 1 and 2 are wrong.

Hence, the Indian Constitution has been variously described as 'federal in form but

unitary in spirit'.


20 The Constitution establishes the parliamentary system not only at the Centre but also in


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the states. Which of the following is/are the major features of parliamentary government in

India?

Sovereignty of the Indian Parliament1.

Collective responsibility of the executive to the legislature and Judiciary2.

Membership of the ministers in the legislature3.

Presence of nominal and real executives4.

Resolution of all Parliamentary disputes by the Judiciary5.


1, 2 and 4 onlyA.

2, 3 and 4 onlyB.

3 and 5 onlyC.

1, 2, 3, 4 and 5D.User Answer :

Correct Answer : B


Justification:Statement 1: The Indian Parliament is not a sovereign body even

though it is based on British Parliamentary model where the Parliament is sovereign.

Statement 2: The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and

co-ordination between the legislative and executive organs and the collective

responsibility of the latter to the former. It is not accountable to the Judiciary.

Judiciary only reviews the actions of the executive when challenged.

Statement 3: Ministers are mostly chosen from the legislature. They act as the

members of the particular house.

Statement 4: President and Governor are nominal executives, whereas the PM and

CMs are real executives wielding de facto powers.

Statement 5: The Chairman of the house resolves all major disputes within the

Parliament including the charges of political defection under anti-defection law.

However, in some cases like investigation of scams and election related disputes,

Judiciary resolves the disputes.


21 Cutch Rebellion in 1819 occured because

The British government destroyed the communication facilities in and outside of1.

Cutch.

The British took control the salt produced at the coasts.2.


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1 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

Both 1 and 2C.

NoneD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Learning:The British interfered in the internal feuds of the Cutch and, in 1819,

defeated and deposed the Cutch ruler Rao Bharamal in favour of his infant.

A British resident governed the areas as the de facto ruler with the help of a regency

council.

The administrative innovations made by the regency council coupled with excessive

land assessment caused deep resentment.

Q Source:Improvisation: Chapter 2: Bipin Chandra: India's Struggle for

Independence

22 What do you understand by the statement, "The Directive principles of State Policy

(DPSP) in the constitution are non-justiciable in nature"?

The courts cannot recognize the DPSP in their judgments.A.

DPSP cannot be enforced by law.B.

They are not enforceable by the courts for their violation.C.

All of (a), (b) and (c)D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : C


Justification:Option (a): They do recognize. For e.g. certain laws that violate

Article 14 of the constitution can be declared legitimate if they fulfil DPSP underparts of Article 39.

In the Minerva Mills case (1980), the Supreme Court held that 'the Indian

Constitution is founded on the bedrock of the balance between the Fundamental

Rights and the Directive Principles'.

Option (b): DPSP like organizing village panchayats, cheap legal remedies for the

poor have already been implemented by law.


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Option (c): For e.g. if adequate steps are not taken to stop circulation of intoxicants

like liquors (a DPSP), the courts cannot dictate the government to do so.


23 The value of secularism can be found in which of the following parts of the

constitution?

Preamble1.

Directive Principles of State Policy2.

Fundamental Duties3.

Fundamental Rights4.


1 and 2 onlyA.

3 and 4 onlyB.

1, 3 and 4 onlyC.

1, 2, 3 and 4D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification:Statement 1: The Preamble secures to all citizens of India liberty of

belief, faith and worship.

Statement 2: The State shall endeavour to secure for all the citizens a Uniform Civil

Code (Article 44 of DPSP).

Statement 3: Article 51A mentions this as one of the fundamental duties: "to

promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of

India transcending religious, linguistic and regional or sectional diversities and to

renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women."

Statement 4: The State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or equal

protection of the laws (Article 14). The State shall not discriminate against any

citizen on the ground of religion (Article 15). All persons are equally entitled to

freedom of conscience and the right to freely profess, practice and propagate any

religion (Article 25).


24 AEW&CS project of India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)


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is related to

Improving surveillance capabilities of the Indian Air ForceA.

Increasing the cyber security of the armed forcesB.

Improving the strike range of ballistic missilesC.

Establishing dedicated satellite channel for military communicationD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Learning:It is called Airborne Early Warning and Control System (AEWACS).

The DRDO AEWACS programme aims to deliver three radar-equipped surveillanceaircraft to the Indian Air Force. It will be mounted on an aircraft.

The Radar will have an extended range mode against fighter aircraft.

Q Source:Set A: Q49: CDS 2011

25 Which of the following matters is/are dealt by the Third Schedule of the Constitution?

Allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha to the states and the union territories1.

Provisions for elections to the Parliament and state legislatures2.

Provisions relating to the privileges of dignitaries3.

Forms of Oaths or Affirmations for constitutional functionaries4.

Provisions relating to disqualification of the members of Parliament and State5.

Legislatures


1 and 5 onlyA.

3 and 4 onlyB.

4 onlyC.

2 and 5 onlyD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : C


Justification:Statement 1: It falls under the fourth schedule.

Statement 2: These are covered by the Representation of People of India Act.

Statement 3: These are matters of the second schedule. It also covers emoluments,

allowances etc.


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Statement 5: The Anti-defection part is covered under the tenth schedule.

Q Source:Table 3.3: Chapter 3: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth

26 The victor of this Battle took Bihar province in the end of 12th Century, eradicating

Buddhism in that area, and later in early 13th Century, his army completed the occupation

of the province of Bengal. The battle was

Battle of TarainA.

Battle of chausaB.

Battle of ChausaC.

Battle of PanipatD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Learning:The battles were fought in 1191 and 1192 near the town of Tarain

(Taraori), near Thanesar in present-day Haryana, between a Ghurid force led by

Mu'izz al-Din and a Chauhan Rajput army led by Prithviraj Chauhan.

In the Second Battle of Tarian, Prithviraj Chauhan was defeated by Mohammed

Ghori.

The Second Battle of Tarain 1192 A.D. destroyed the imperial power of the

Chauhan Dynasty.

The subsequent attempts of the Hindu kings to resist the Muslim tide proved futile.

Muslim power was strongly founded in Northern India after the battle. Thus the

Second battle of Tarain 1192 A.D. may be regarded as a turning point in Indias

history.

Q Source:Revision Previous Tests: Set A: Q14: CDS 2011

27 Consider the following statements.Assertion (A): Preamble of the Constitution cannot be amended by the Parliament.1.

Reason (R): Preamble is not considered as a part of the constitution.2.

In the context of the above, which of these is correct?

A is correct, and R is an appropriate explanation of A.A.

A is correct, but R is not an appropriate explanation of A.B.

A is correct, but R is incorrect.C.

Both A and R are incorrect.D.


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User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification:The Supreme Court has held that the Preamble is a part of the

Constitution.

As per the SC, the Preamble can be amended under A368, subject to the condition

that no amendment is done to the 'basic features'.

The Preamble has been amended only once so far, in 1976, by the 42nd

Constitutional Amendment Act, which has added three new words-Socialist, Secular

and Integrity-to the Preamble. This amendment was held to be valid.


28 Consider the following about the Parliament's power to reorganise the States?

A State reorganization bill can be introduced in the Parliament only with the prior1.

recommendation of the President.

The Home Minister must send the bill to the Governor concerned for his ratification.2.

If a state legislature unanimously opposes reorganization of the state concerned, the3.

bill is sent to the Supreme Court for a review.


1 onlyA.

1 and 2 onlyB.

2 and 3 onlyC.

None of the aboveD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Justification: Statement 1: It is mentioned as a condition in Article 3 of the

constitution.

Statement 2: Before recommending the bill, the President has to refer the same to

the state legislature concerned for expressing its views within a specified period.

Statement 3: There is no such provision. The division of Andhra Pradesh took place

despite the opposition of the state legislature.



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29 Which of the following species are NOT State animals of the states of India?

Wild buffalo1.

Snow leopard2.

Giant squirrel3.

Nilgiri tahr4.


1, 2 and 4 onlyA.

4 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

All are State animals.D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : DAnswer Justification :

Learning:This is a comprehensive list of State Animals, Birds, Trees and Flowers

of India.

You should ideally research a bit on some important species mentioned here

http://www.frienvis.nic.in/KidsCentre/State-Animals-Birds-Trees-Flowers-of-India_

1500.aspx

Questions on most of these species have been covered in the previous tests and willbe covered in upcoming tests.

Q Source:Test 14 Syllabus

30 Which of the following fundamental rights are conferred to Indian citizens but not

foreign citizens living in India?

Right against discrimination on grounds of religion1.

Right to conserve one's culture2.

Right to Life and Liberty3.

Right to freedom of speech and expression4.


2 onlyA.

1, 2 and 4 onlyB.

1 and 2 onlyC.

3 and 4 onlyD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : B

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Learning:Other rights unavailable to foreign citizens are:

Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment (Article 16).

Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions

(Article 30)

Protection of six rights regarding freedom of : (i) speech and expression, (ii)

assembly, (iii) association, (iv) movement, (v) residence, and (vi) profession

(Article 19).It is notable that foreign citizens even enjoy the Right to

elementary education (Article 21A).


31 Consider the following about fundamental rights.

They are not available against the action of private individuals.1.

They can be available only to citizens and not to legal or commercial entities.2.


1 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

Both 1 and 2C.

NoneD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification:Statement 1: They are available against the actions of private

individuals, for e.g. right against untouchability. So, 1 is clearly wrong.

Statement 2: It is wrong. For e.g. media enjoys the right against government

censorship as a part of Article 19 - Freedom of Speech and Expression.


32 A Minimum Support Price (MSP) is announced for certain crops by the UnionGovernment prior to the sowing season. Which of the following approves a hike in the

MSP?

Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP)A.

Cabinet Committee on Economic AffairsB.

Food Corporation of India (FCI)C.

Ministry of Agriculture and Public DistributionD.

User Answer :


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Correct Answer : B


Learning:The prices are decided or hiked by CCEA on the basis of the

recommendations of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP).

The MSP of raw Jute was recently hiked by CCEA based on the proposal forwarded

by Union Agriculture Ministry had in order increase the raw jute cultivation which

has been declining in recent years.

MSP and related issues have been covered in previous tests and will be covered in

later tests also.

Q

Source:http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/agriculture/governmen

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33 Equal Protection of Laws' granted under Article 14 of the Constitution may imply

No person is above the law.A.

Equal treatment of equals under the law.B.

Absence of arbitrary power with the state.C.

The society operates on laws.D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : B


Justification:Article 14 has two parts: equality before law and equal protection of

laws.

The first concept basically means law is for everyone whoever it might be.

The second concept means law will apply equally to equally situated people. For

e.g. if an adult receives a punishment of 3 years imprisonment, another adult for the

same crime and same circumstances should also get 3 years of imprisonment.


34 The Supreme Court held that the freedom of speech and expression includes

Right against tapping of telephonic conversation1.

Right against strike called by a political party or organisation2.
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Freedom of commercial advertisements3.


1 and 2 onlyA.

2 and 3 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

1, 2 and 3D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Learning: It includes:

Right to propagate one's views as well as views of others.

Freedom of the press.

Freedom of commercial advertisements.

Right against tapping of telephonic conversation.

Right to telecast, that is, government has no monopoly on electronic media.

Right against bundh called by a political party or organisation.

Right to know about government activities.

Freedom of silence.

Right against imposition of pre-censorship on a newspaper.

Right to demonstration or picketing but not right to strike.

The State can impose reasonable restrictions on the exercise of the freedom of

speech and expression on the grounds of sovereignty and integrity of India, security

of the state, friendly relations with foreign states, public order, decency or morality,

contempt of court, defamation, and incitement to an offence.

Q Source: Chapter 7: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth

35 Consider the following items in the Annual budget - Expenditure section.

Plan Assistance to State & UT Governments1.

Subsidies2.States' share of taxes & duties3.

Arrange these items in increasing order of their share in the budget.

2


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Correct Answer : C


Learning: This is the summary of the expenditures of the Union government.

If you are unable to access the image, check page 5 of

http://indiabudget.nic.in/ub2016-17/bag/bag11.pdf

Q Source: http://indiabudget.nic.in/ub2016-17/bag/bag11.pdf

36 Which of the following is the central difference between the economic philosophies of

Socialism and Communism?

State v/s non-state ownership of factors of productionA.

Right of labourB.

Central v/s decentralized planningC.

Role of market in delivering social servicesD.

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Correct Answer : A


Justification: Socialistic economy emphasises the collective ownership of the

means of production (property and assets). It also ascribes a large role to the state in

running the economy.

Communist economy on the other hand advocates state ownership of all properties

including even labour and absolute power to state in running the economy.

So, the most appropriate option is (a).

Q Source: Chapter 1: Indian Economy 5th Edition by Ramesh Singh

37 Consider the following about the writ of Mandamus.

It is used to prevent usurpation of public offices by ineligible individuals.1.

It cannot be issued against public executive authorities.2.

It cannot be issued by the lower courts.3.

Select the correct answer using the codes below

1 and 2 onlyA.

3 onlyB.

2 and 3 onlyC.

1 onlyD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : B


Justification: Statement 1 & 2: That is the writ of Quo Warranto, not Mandamus.

Mandamus is a command issued by the court to a public official asking him to

perform his official duties that he has failed or refused to perform.

Statement 3: It can also be issued against any public body, a corporation, an inferior

court, a tribunal or government for the same purpose.


38 The 1857 revolt did NOT spread to which of the following parts of the country?

Lucknow1.

Allahabad2.

Kashmir3.


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Travancore4.


3 and 4 onlyA.

2, 3 and 4 onlyB.

1 and 2 onlyC.

4 onlyD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Learning: In some regions of Company-controlled India, such as Bengal, the

Bombay Presidency, and the Madras Presidency, remained largely calm.

In Punjab, the Sikh princes backed the Company by providing soldiers and support.

The large princely states of Hyderabad, Mysore, Travancore, and Kashmir, as well

as the smaller ones of Rajputana, did not join the rebellion.

In some regions, such as Oudh, the rebellion took on the attributes of a patriotic

revolt against European presence.

Q Source: Chapter 1: Bipin Chandra: India's Struggle for Independence

39 If a person's "Right to Vote" is infringed, what remedy does she he have?

Move the Supreme Court citing violation of fundamental rightsA.

File a non-judicial petition with the Election Commission of IndiaB.

File a case against the Chief Electoral Officer of the StateC.

Move the High court for infringement of a constitutional rightD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification: Right to Vote is a constitutional right, not a fundamental right. So, SC

cannot be approached for issuing a writ petition.

High court enforces legal rights, and should be approached in case of its

infringement.

ECI only conducts elections and maintains the database of voters. It does not have

the authority to enforce the Right to Vote. Same is true for the Chief Electoral

Officer.


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Q Source: Rights Outside Part III: Chapter 7: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth

40 The Regulating Act of 1773 is said to be of great constitutional importance in India.

Which of the following can be the reason(s) for it?

It created a federal architecture to govern India decentralizing the administrative1.

system

It transferred control of India from commercial companies to a British government2.

representative in India.


1 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

Both 1 and 2C.

NoneD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification: It was the first step taken by the British Government to control and

regulate the affairs of the East India Company in India, and it recognised, for the

first time, the political and administrative functions of the Company. So, 2 is clearly

wrong. The transfer of control happened late in 1858.

Also, the act laid the foundations of central administration in India. There was

neither a provision to decentralize the administration nor creating a federation of

autonomous states. So, 1 is wrong too.

You can read the exact provisions from the Q Source.


41 In economics, the term 'invisible hand' is often used in the context of

Indirect effects of government policy on employment and outputA.

Self-correcting quality of the marketB.

Welfare orientation of the StateC.

Role of regulatory mechanisms in preventing market failuresD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : B


Learning: According to the invisible hand theory, each of us, acting in our own


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self-interests, generates a demand for goods and services that compels others to

deliver those goods and services in the most efficient manner so that they may be

able to receive compensation from others and make a profit in doing so.

In this process, resources are allocated in the most efficient manner, in contrast to a

process that relies on a centrally planned system.


42 How is the writ jurisdiction of the Supreme Court (SC) different from that of a High

Court (HC)?

SC can issue writs for any purpose, whereas HCs can only issue them for the1.enforcement of fundamental rights.

SC can issue writ against the government, whereas HCs cannot.2.


1 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

Both 1 and 2C.

NoneD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification: Statement 1: The Supreme Court can issue writs only for the

enforcement of fundamental rights whereas a high court can issue writs not only for

the enforcement of Fundamental Rights but also for any other purpose.

Statement 2: The Supreme Court can issue writs aga-inst a person or government

throughout the territory of India whereas a high court can issue writs against a

person residing or against a government or authority located within its territorial

jurisdiction only or outside its territorial jurisdiction only if the cause of action arises

within its territorial jurisdiction.


43 'Economic efficiency' as used by economists and policymakers is related to which of the

following?

Optimal allocation of goods and services1.

Resource efficient production2.

Reaching equal income levels for all economic agents3.


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1 and 2 onlyA.

2 and 3 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

1, 2 and 3D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Justification: Statement 1: It is when goods and services are distributed according

to consumer preferences and needs of corporations.

Statement 2: It is when the maximum number of goods and services are produced

with a given amount of inputs.

Statement 3: All agents may not equal incomes, and yet the economic system can be

most efficient. So, 3 is wrong.

For a better understanding of the term please refer to

http://www.economicshelp.org/microessays/costs/efficiency/


44 If a ship moves from seawater to freshwater, it will

Sink down a little bitA.

Rise above the water a little bitB.

Remain unaffectedC.

Stop floating on water surfaceD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Justification: The ship is floated by the buoyant force of the water upwards.

It is proportional to the density of water. Higher the density, like seawater, greater is

the upward force on the ship (cancelling its weight downwards), and higher it its

level.

Freshwater has lower density, hence the ship will sink down a little bit.
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Q Source: Revision previous Tests: Science NCERT

45 Annual Survey of Industries is published by

Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public EnterprisesA.

Ministry of Statistics and Programme ImplementationB.

Ministry of CommerceC.

Department of Industrial Policy and PromotionD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : B


Learning: The Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) is the principal source of

industrial statistics in India.

The Survey is conducted annually under the statutory provisions of the Collection of

Statistics Act 2008.

The ASI extends to the entire country except the States of Arunachal Pradesh and

Mizoram and Union territory of Lakshadweep. It covers all factories registered

under the sections 2(m) (i) and 2(m) (ii) of the Factories Act 1948 i.e. those factories

employing 10 or more workers using power; and those employing 20 or more

workers without using power.

Q Source: Improvisation: Chapter 1: Indian Economy 5th Edition by Ramesh Singh

46 Consider the following about the Interim Government (1946) of India, whose members

were the members of the Viceroy's Executive Council.

The defence portfolio was held by the President of the Council.1.

There was no Health portfolio in the interim government.2.

External Affairs portfolio was managed by the Home Minister.3.


1 onlyA.2 and 3 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

None of the aboveD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D



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Justification: The Viceroy's Executive Council became the executive branch of the

interim government.

Originally headed by the Viceroy of India, it was transformed into a council of

ministers, with the powers of a prime minister bestowed on the vice-president of the

Council, a position held by Jawaharlal Nehru.

Statement 1: Defense portfolio was held by Sardar Baldev Singh who was only a

member of the council.

Statement 2: Health portfolio existed and was held by Ghaznafar Ali Khan.

Statement 3: External Affairs & Commonwealth Relations was held by Pandit

Nehru, who was the Vice-President of the Council. Home, Information &

Broadcasting portfolio was held by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

Q Source: Table 1.1: Chapter 1: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth

47 Consider the following about the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

It is funded entirely by the Global Environment Facility (GEF).1.

It is a member of United Nations Development Group.2.

It published the report "Global Environment Outlook".3.

Select the correct answer using the codes below.1 and 2 onlyA.

2 and 3 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

1, 2 and 3D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : B


Justification: Statement 1: It is not funded by the GEF, but member nations

contribute substantially to it. It is in fact one of the several implementing agencies

for the GEF.

UNEP's main activities are related to:

Climate change, including the Territorial Approach to Climate Change

(TACC);

Disasters and conflicts;

Ecosystem management;


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Environmental governance;

Harmful substances; and

Resource efficiency.

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Q Source: Test 14 Syllabus

48 The Doha Development Round is associated with which of the following organizations?

World BankA.

United Nations Development ProgrammeB.

World Trade OrganizationC.

United Nations Economic and Social CouncilD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : C


Learning: It is the current trade-negotiation round of the World Trade Organization

(WTO) which commenced in 2001.

Its objective is to lower trade barriers around the world, and thus facilitate increased

global trade.

Progress in negotiations stalled after the breakdown of the 2008 negotiations over

disagreements concerning agriculture, industrial tariffs and non-tariff barriers,

services, and trade remedies between some developed and developing nations.

Q Source: Often in news due to trade related issues

49 Which of the following are parts of the eight core industries in India?

Electricity1.

Fertilizer2.

Telecommunications3.

Steel4.Textiles5.


1, 2 and 4 onlyA.

1, 2, 4 and 5 onlyB.

3 and 5 onlyC.

1, 2, 3, 4 and 5D.

User Answer :
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Correct Answer : A


Justification: There are eight Core Industries in India (with the Base:

2004-05=100), six existing'basic/infrastructure industries' with two new additions

i.e. Natural Gas and Fertilizer.

Core Industries together have a combined weight of 37.90 per cent in the Index of

Industrial Production (IIP).

Individual percentages of them are - Coal (weight: 4.38%); Crude Oil (weight:

5.22%); Natural Gas (weight: 1.71%); Petroleum refinery (weight: 5.94%); Fertiliser

(weight: 1.25%); Steel (weight: 6.68%); Cement (weight: 2.41%); and Electricity

(weight: 10.32%).


50 'August Offer' of 1940 of the British government relates to

Appointment of a representative Constitution Making Body after the SecondA.

World War

Partition of India based on a referendumB.

Setting up provisional governments in the Princely statesC.

Abolition of the system of communal electorates if India participated in theD.

Second World War

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Learning: After the Congress ministries (in the Provinces) resigned in 1939, the

British asked again for the support of the Congress in WW-II.

Later in 1940, INC passed a resolution offering the British Government support in

war, if a provisional National Government is setup at Centre.

This was responded by Lord Linlithgow in the sort of a proposal which is called

August Offer.

The august Offer turned down the demand of the Congress to set up a national

Government at the centre but proposed the following:

A representative "Constitution Making Body" shall be appointed immediately


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after the war.

The number of the Indians in the Viceroy's Executive council will be

increased.

A war advisory Council would be set up.

The Congress did not approve the August Offer.

Q Source: Table 1.1: Chapter 1: Indian Polity: M Laxmikanth

51 Exercise Force Eighteen, one of the largest multi-national military exercises, is being

conducted by India as part of its Look (Act) East policy. Which of these nations is/are NOT

its participant(s)?

Pakistan1.

USA2.

China3.

Russia4.


2 and 4 onlyA.

3 and 4 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

1 onlyD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : DAnswer Justification :

Learning: Participating nations are: ASEAN countries along with ASEAN Plus

nations viz. India, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, China, South Korea, Russia and

US .

10 ASEAN countries from South East Asia are Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia,

Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.

It is the largest multinational ground forces exercise to be conducted on

Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) and Peace Keeping Operations (PKO).

The multinational military exercise is an outcome of 2015 ADMM Plus (ASEAN

Defence Ministers' Meeting).

Q Source:

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52 Consider the following statements.

It made the Governor-General of Bengal as the Governor-General of India and1.

vested all civil and military powers in him.

The Governor-General of India was given exclusive legislative powers for the entire2.

British India.

The provisions above were made in which of the following Acts?

Charter Act of 1833A.

Charter Act of 1853B.

Government of India Act of 1858C.

Pitt's India Act of 1784D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : AAnswer Justification :

Learning: Statement 1: The act created, for the first time, a Government of India

having authority over the entire territorial area possessed by the British in India.

Lord William Bentick was the first governor-general of India.

Statement 2: It deprived the governor of Bombay and Madras of their legislative

powers. The Governor-General of India was given exclusive legislative powers for

the entire British India. The laws made under the previous acts were called as

Regulations while laws made under this act were called as Acts.

Others: It ended the activities of the East India Company as a commercial body,

which became a purely administrative body. It provided that the company's

territories in India were held by it'in trust for His Majesty, His heirs and successors'.


53 Which of the following is the single largest source of annual receipts for the

government?

Interest receiptsA.

Union Excise DutiesB.External GrantsC.

Corporation TaxD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Learning: Please go through major items of receipts here


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Please go through major items of receipts here

Major items of expenditure are here of which interest payments account for the

most.

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Q Source: 2016-17 Annual Budget

54 The Supreme Court has declared which of the following rights as part of Article 21:

Right to Life and Liberty?

Right to free legal aid1.Right against delayed execution2.

Right to shelter3.

Right to decent environment4.

Right to livelihood5.


2, 3 and 4 onlyA.

1, 3 and 5 onlyB.

2 and 4 onlyC.

1, 2, 3, 4 and 5D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Learning: Some other important rights under interpretation of Article 21 are:

Right to health.

Right to free education up to 14 years of age.

Right to free legal aid

Right against solitary confinement.

Right to speedy trial.

Right against handcuffing.

Right against inhuman treatment.


55 January 26 was specifically chosen as the 'date of commencement' of the Constitution

because

It was on this day in 1930 that Purna Swaraj day was celebrated.A.
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The members of the Constituent assembly appended their signatures to theB.

Constitution of India on this date.

The Government of India Act 1935 was enacted on this date, which becameC.

the bedrock of the Indian constitution

The transfer of power from the British Crown to native Indian governmentD.

took place on this date.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Learning: It was chosen because of its historical importance.

It was on this day in 1930 that Purna Swaraj day was celebrated, following the

resolution of the Lahore Session (December 1929) of the INC.

With the commencement of the Constitution, the Indian Independence Act of 1947

and the Government of India Act of 1935, with all enactments amending or

supplementing the latter Act, were repealed.

Option (b) is wrong as it happened on 24th January 1950


56 An "Outcome Budget" is presented by each Ministry/Department in respect of all

Demands/Appropriations controlled by them. Apart from financial outlays, the outcome

budget covers which of the following under the Ministry/Department?

Scheme-wise analysis of physical performance1.

Review of performance of statutory and autonomous bodies under its administrative2.

control

Reform measures within the Ministry/Department3.


1 onlyA.

2 and 3 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

1, 2 and 3D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Learning: Outcome Budget contains a brief introductory note on the organization

and functions of the Ministry/Department, list of major programmes/schemes


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implemented by the Ministry/Department, its mandate, goal and policy framework,

budget estimates, scheme-wise analysis of physical performance and linkage

between financial outlays and outcome, review covering overall trends in

expenditure vis-a-vis budget estimates in recent years, review of performance of

statutory and autonomous bodies under the administrative control of the

Ministry/Department, reform measures, targets and achievements and plans for

future refinements.

Q Source: http://indiabudget.nic.in/ub2016-17/keybud/keybud2016.pdf

57 Which of the Acts passed by the British Parliament introduced an open competition

system of selection and recruitment of civil servants in India before independence?

Charter Act of 1853A.

Indian Councils Act of 1861B.

Indian Councils Act of 1892C.

Charter Act of 1833D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Learning: It introduced an open competition system of selection and recruitment of

civil servants.

The covenanted civil service was thus thrown open to the Indians also.

Accordingly, the Macaulay Committee (the Committee on the Indian Civil Service)

was appointed in 1854.

Before this the Charter Act of 1833 attempted to introduce a system of open

competition for selection of civil servants, and stated that the Indians should not be

debarred from holding any place, office and employment under the Company.

However, this provision was negated after opposition from the Court of Directors.


58 The right to property is a legal right and not a fundamental right. This has which of the

following implications?

There is no guaranteed right to compensation in case of acquisition of a private1.

property by the state.

It can be regulated without a constitutional amendment by an ordinary law of the2.
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Parliament.


1 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

Both 1 and 2C.

NoneD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : C


Justification: Statement 1: For e.g. the earlier Land Acquisition Act did not provide

for resettlement and rehabilitation after the acquisition of private land by the state.

Statement 2: Since it is a legal right, it can be curtailed by the Parliament through an

ordinary law.

Other implications are:

It protects private property against executive action but not against legislative

action.

In case of violation, the aggrieved person cannot directly move the Supreme

Court under Article 32 (right to constitutional remedies including writs) for

its enforcement. He can move the High Court under Article 226.

Q Source: Present Position of Right to Property: Chapter 7: Indian Polity: M

Laxmikanth

59 Consider the following about Atal Innovation Mission (AIM).

It is being setup under NITI Aayog.1.

It will fund start-ups.2.

It will provide free grants to all research institutions and organizations for any kind3.

of research being done in India.


1 and 2 onlyA.

2 and 3 onlyB.

1 and 3 onlyC.

1, 2 and 3D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A



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Learning: It will provide funds to a network of institutions to conduct research on

innovations that can improve economic growth and job creation. It will not fund all

research institutions in India. So, 3 is wrong.

The mission will also provide inputs to all central ministries on innovation and

suggest a funding mechanism for result-oriented researchv

Q Source: Union Cabinet approves establishment of Atal Innovation Mission and

SETU in NITI Aayog: PIB

60 Cultural and educational rights given under Articles 29 and 30 of the Indian constitution

implyMinorities have the right to conserve their language and script.1.

Minorities have a fundamental right to receive financial support from the2.

government to preserve their traditions.


1 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

Both 1 and 2C.

NoneD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Justification: Statement 1: In the recent case of Niyamgiri Hills in Odisha, the SC

ordered the MoEF to reconsider its decision to grant bauxite mining license to a

mining company as it was affecting the local tribe's religious and cultural heritage.

So, 1 is correct.

Statement 2: Generally the government does support minorities. For e.g. Jains being

a minority now receive land concessions from the government. However, obtaining

such support is not their fundamental right. So, 2 is wrong.


61 Consider the following statements.

It is the largest protected area in the Eastern Himalaya biodiversity hotspot.1.

The park harbours the northernmost lowland evergreen rainforests in the world.2.

The habitat changes with increasing altitude from tropical moist forests to Alpine3.

meadows and perennial snow.


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The park has extensive bamboo forests.4.

The above refer to?

Namdapha National ParkA.

Balpakram National ParkB.

Nongkhyllem Wildlife SanctuaryC.

Nokrek National ParkD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : A


Learning: It is located in Arunachal Pradesh in Northeast India. It is also the third

largest national park in India in terms of area. It is located in the Eastern Himalayansub-region and is recognized as one of the richest areas in biodiversity in India

The park is located between the Dapha bum range of the Mishmi Hills and the

Patkai range.

The habitat changes with increasing altitude from tropical moist forests to Montane

forests, temperate forests and at the higher elevations, to Alpine meadows and

perennial snow. The park has extensive bamboo forests and secondary forests in

addition to the primary forests.

Q Source: Test 14 Syllabus

62 Which of the following were introduced or provided for by the Government of India Act

of 1919?

Bicameralism1.

Direct Elections2.

Central Public Service Commission3.

Autonomy to provincial legislatures to enact their budgets4.


1 and 2 onlyA.

1, 2 and 3 onlyB.3 and 4 onlyC.

1, 2, 3 and 4 onlyD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification: Statement 1 & 2: It introduced, for the first time, bicameralism and

direct elections in the country. Thus, the Indian Legislative Council was replaced by


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a bicameral legislature consisting of an Upper House (Council of State) and a Lower

House (Legislative Assembly). The majority of members of both the Houses were

chosen by direct election.

Statement 3: It provided for the establishment of a public service commission.

Hence, a Central Public Service Commission was set up in 1926 for recruiting civil

servants.

Statement 4: It separated, for the first time, provincial budgets from the Central

budget and authorised the provincial legislatures to enact their budgets.


63 Which of the following is the competent authority to change the name of any State of

India?

Concerned State LegislatureA.

Governor concernedB.

ParliamentC.

Union Home MinisterD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : C


Learning: The Constitution authorizes the Parliament to form new states or alter the

areas, boundaries or names of the existing states without their consent.

The United Provinces was the first state to have a new name. It was renamed'Uttar

Pradesh' in 1950. In 1969, Madras was renamed'Tamil Nadu'.


64 Which of the following statements about Down's syndrome is INCORRECT?

It affects the intelligence of a person.A.It is a genetic disorder.B.

It may cause death earlier than normal.C.

It causes neo-natal paralysis of body.D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D



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Learning: It is a genetic disorder caused by the presence of all or part of a third

copy of chromosome 21.

It is typically associated with physical growth delays, characteristic facial features,

and mild to moderate intellectual disability.

For e.g. the average IQ of a young adult with Down syndrome can be 50, equivalent

to the mental age of an 8- or 9-year-old child.

The parents of the affected individual are typically genetically normal. The extra

chromosome occurs by random chance.

Q Source: Revision Previous Tests: Set A: Q11: CDS 2011

65 The Preamble to the Indian Constitution is based on the

Preamble of the Nehru Report produced in 1928A.

Prelude of the Government of India Act, 1935B.

'Objectives Resolution' adopted by the Constituent Assembly in 1946C.

'Outcome Paper' of the Lahore Session of the Indian National Congress,D.

1930.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : C


Learning: 'Preamble' refers to the introduction or preface to the Constitution. It

contains the summary or essence of the Constitution.

The Preamble to the Indian Constitution is based on the'Objectives Resolution',

drafted and moved by Pandit Nehru, and adopted by the Constituent Assembly. It

has been amended by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act (1976), which added

three new wordssocialist, secular and integrity.


66 Some of the developed countries have started to boycott goods manufactured in

developing countries using 'sweat labour' in addition to banning those manufactured by

child labour. 'Sweat labour' implies goods produced by

Labourers trafficked from other nationsA.

Labourers working in inhuman or unhealthy working conditionsB.

Labour working in the unorganized sector which is not regulated by the stateC.


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Children of more than 14 years of age but less than 18 yearsD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : B


Learning: Sweat labour means those who are employed for long hours, at low pay

and in poor working conditions. This can be common for workers in many poor

countries.

It is also an ethical issue where arguments are forwarded from both sides justifying

sweat labour or not.

You can read about it here

http://www.globalethicsnetwork.org/profiles/blogs/two-faces-of-economic-develop

ment-the-ethical-controversy

Q Source: Revision Previous Tests: Set A: Q39: CDS 2011

67 The higher the concentration of the mineral in rocks, the more economical it is to mine

it. Which of the following processes help in the concentration of minerals on earth?

Hydrothermal deposits1.

Weathering2.Water erosion3.


1 and 2 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

2 and 3 onlyC.

1, 2 and 3D.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification:Statement 1: Hydrothermal deposits are produced when groundwater

circulates to depth and heats up either by coming near a hot igneous body at depth or

by circulating to great depth along the geothermal gradient.

Such hot water can dissolve valuable substances throughout a large volume of rock.

As the hot water moves into cooler areas of the crust, the dissolved substances are

precipitated from the hot water solution.
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Statement 2: During chemical weathering and original body of rock is greatly

reduced in volume by the process of leaching, which removes ions from the original

rock. Elements that are not leached form the rock thus occur in higher concentration

in the residual rock.

Statement 3: The velocity of flowing water determines whether minerals are carried

in suspension or deposited. For e.g. when the velocity of the water slows, large

minerals or minerals with a higher density are deposited.

Q Source: Improvisation: Set A: Q40: CDS 2011

68 The Indian Constitution establishes certain independent bodies like ElectionCommission of India, Union Service Public Commission, Comptroller and Auditor General

of India. How does it secure their independence from the government?

The Government has no right to appoint or remove the chairman of these bodies.1.

These bodies are not financed from the Consolidated Fund of India.2.

These bodies are not legal entities like the government.3.

The government cannot take any action against these bodies or their office holders.4.


3 and 4 onlyA.

1, 2 and 4 onlyB.

2 and 3 onlyC.

None of the aboveD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : D


Justification:Statement 1: The President appoints the CAG, CEC of India and

Chairman of UPSC. So, 1 is wrong.

Statement 2: The expenses of these bodies and their office holders e.g. CAG of

India, are charged on the consolidated fund of India. So, 2 is wrong.

Statement 3: They are legal entities and can be sued just as the government can be

sued.

Statement 4: The government can initiate disciplinary action against the office

holders for malpractices, corruption etc. So, 4 is also wrong.

The Constitution ensures the independence of these bodies through various

provisions like security of tenure, fixed service conditions, expenses being charged


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on the Consolidated Fund of India, and so on.


69 A cloudburst is an extreme amount of precipitation. It can be caused due to

Collision of heavy clouds with mountains1.

Mixing of warm air parcel with cooler air resulting in sudden condensation2.


1 onlyA.

2 onlyB.

Both 1 and 2C.

NoneD.

User Answer :

Correct Answer : C


Learning:Apart from the conditions mentioned in the question:

Cloud burst is actually a situation when the inter-molecular forces between the H2O

molecules get very high due to the rapid decrease in the temperature or excess of

electrostatic induction in the clouds causing the lighting to remain inside the cloud

only, which causes hyperactive energy inside the cloud.

The water molecules get denser and denser and get condensed but do not leave the

cloud due to excess of electroforces

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