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ENIGMA PT-6 Questions
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Consider the statements regarding 2019 Indian general elections.
A. It will be held in 9 phases.
B. It is being held to constitute the 16th LokSabha.
Choose the correct statements.
a) A only
b) Both
c) None
d) B only
2
Astronomers recently unveiled the first photo of a black hole, one of the star-devouring monsters
scattered throughout the Universe and obscured by impenetrable shields of gravity. Consider the
following statements.
A. The black hole that was imaged belong to the constellation Virgo.
B. Messier 87 was the active supermassive black hole that was imaged.
Choose the correct statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None
3
A new scheme for spiritual tourism was announced recently. PunyadhamYatra scheme under which
at least 3000 senior citizens will be able to travel to various religious places in India and that too free
of cost. It was launched by ?
a) Gujarat
b) Uttarakhand
c) Uttar Pradesh
d) Assam
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The 'Iron law of prohibition' in relation to law & order was recently in the news. It cam be best
described as ?
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a) when agencies carry out strict enforcement the potency of banned
drugs available to consumers in the illegal underground market tends to
decrease.
b) when agencies do not carry out strict enforcement the potency of
banned drugs available to consumers in the illegal underground market
tends to decrease.
c) when agencies carry out strict enforcement the potency of banned
drugs available to consumers in the illegal underground market tends to
increase.
d) when agencies do not carry out strict enforcement the potency of
banned drugs available to consumers in the illegal underground market
tends to increase.
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The NH 766 was prominently mentioned in the news recently. It passes through ?
A. Telangana
B. Kerala
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Karnataka
a) A and D
b) B , C and D
c) C and D
d) B and D
6
'Tinbergen rule' has been recently in the news. It is related to ?
a) Environment
b) Economics
c) Astronomy
d) Psychology
7
The Article 110 of the Indian constituion grants to the LokSabha Speaker the authority to certify a
draft law as a money bill so long as such legislation deals only with all or any of the matters
specifically listed in the provision. These include ?
A. the imposition, abolition, remission, alteration or regulation of any tax.
B. the imposition of fines or other pecuniary penalties.
C. the regulation of the borrowing of money or the giving of any guarantee by the Government of
India.
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D. the imposition, abolition, remission, alteration or regulation of any tax by any local authority or
body for local purposes.
a) A and C
b) All
c) A, C and D
d) A, B and C
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The term 'RISECREEK' was prominently mentioned in the news recently. It is related to ?
a) Malware
b) Anti- Satellite Weapon
c) Microprocessor
d) Transgenic rice variety
9
Recently scientists have discovered that Epithelial cells, which cover the surfaces of many organs,
adopt a previously undescribed geometric shape so that the tissue can curve. Consider the following
statements.
A. The shape is known as 'geoid'.
B. It looks like twisted spheres.
Choose the correct statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None
10
An Android App called 'Roshni' was recently in the news. Consider the following statements.
A. It assist visually impaired people to easily determine denomination of currency notes.
B. It was developed by National Payment Corporation of India(NPCI).
Choose the correct statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None
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Consider the statements regarding 'The Eat Right Movement'.
A. It aim to cut down salt/sugar and oil consumption by 30% in three years.
B. It was launched by Food and Agriculture Organization.
Choose the incorrect statements.
a) None
b) B only
c) Both
d) A only
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Two vastly different NASA spacecraft missions are about to run out of fuel as per recent news
reports. Which of the following are they ?
A. Kepler Spacecraft
B. New Horizons Spacecraft
C. Dawn Spacecraft
D. Voyager-1 Spacecraft
a) A and B
b) B and C
c) A and C
d) C and D
13
The Korku are an Adivasi ethnic group predominantly found in ?
a) Madhya Pradesh
b) Gujarat
c) Rajasthan
d) All
14
The 150-year-old building, in the uninhabited island of Hukitola with stony, many-arched structure,
with an odd triangular facade , has recently drawn the curiosity of heritage conservationists. The
British, who chanced upon the island while looking for a place to post a harbour-master for the area,
built the structure in 1865 as a warehouse to store grain. It played a critical role in supplying rice
during the great 1866 famine. The above mentioned structure is locate off the coast of which state?
a) West Bengal
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b) Odisha
c) Andhra Pradesh
d) Tamil Nadu
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The Indian Prime Minister recently presented 200 cows to poor villagers to support the ambitious
initiative for poverty reduction and tackling childhood malnutrition. The Girinka” programme started in
2006 to provide one cow to every poor family for their nutritional and financial security. It is launched
by which country ?
a) Congo
b) Kenya
c) Sudan
d) Rwanda
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Consider the following statements regarding Charter Act of 1813 and choose the correct one:
1. It is also known as East India Company Act .
2.The act divorced revenue administration from the judiciary.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements about Cantonment Boards, and choose the incorrect one:
1. The Cantonment Boards work under the administrative control of the Defence Ministry of India.
2. The Cantonment Board consists of nominated members only.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding the administration of the "Union Territory of Delhi",
which was re-designated as the "National Capital Territory of Delhi" and choose the correct one:
1. The strength of the Council of Ministers in Delhi assembly is fixed at 15% of the total strength of
the assembly.
2. The ministers hold office during the pleasure of the Lt.Governor of Delhi.
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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding administrative tribunals and choose the correct one:
1. Article 323 A empowers the Parliament to provide for the establishment of administrative tribunals.
2. Appeals against the orders of the Central Administrative Tribunal could be made in the Supreme
court alone.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding Parliament and choose the correct one:
1. The maximum strength of Rajya Sabha is fixed at 250.
2. The allocation of reserved seats is based on the 1971 census figures.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Read the following statements and choose the correct one:
1. The Doctrine of Eclipse says that any law inconsistent with Fundamental Rights is not invalid.
2. The Doctrine of Colourable Legislation refers to the competency of the legislature to enact a
particular law.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding High courts and choose the correct one:
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1. Apellate jurisdiction of a high court is wider than it's original jurisdiction.
2. The Supervisory jurisdiction of High courts covers even the military courts and tribunals.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
23
Consider the following statements concerning the administration of tribal areas on the basis of
features under the Sixth schedule of Indian constitution, and choose the correct one:
1. In each tribal area designated as "Autonomous districts" in the states of Assam, Meghalaya,
Tripura and Assam, each has a district council consisting of 30 members.
2. All the members hold office for a term of 5 years.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
24
Consider the following statements regarding the Rights and Liabilities of the Government and
choose the correct one:
1. During the East India Company rule, the company was suable for it's functions as a trader but not
as a sovereign.
2. However, post independence, the Government in India can be sued for civil wrongs committed by
it's officials in the exercise of it's sovereign and non sovereign functions.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements with regards to Article 312 and choose the incorrect one:
1. The Parliament can create new all India services if Rajya Sabha passes a resolution to that effect
by a simple majority.
2. A law providing for the creation of All India Judicial Service should not be deemed an amendment
of the constitution under Article 368.
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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:
1. Under the Rules of LokSabha, the "Leader of House" means the Prime Minister.
2. The Offices of the leader of the House and the leader of the Opposition are mentioned in the
Constitution.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:
1. Article 365 of Indian constitution mandates that ground for President's rule arises when a state
fails to give effect to or comply with any direction from the central government.
2. Every resolution of Parliament approving the proclamation of President's rule or it's continuance
must be passed by a special majority.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding the veto powers of the President of India and choose
the correct one:
1. Article 111 grants the power to veto the bills passed by the legislature to the President of India.
2. Indian President is vested with Absolute veto, Qualified veto, Suspensive veto and Pocket veto.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements on Parliamentary committee on Absence of members and choose
the incorrect one:
1. The committee considers all applications from members for leave of absence from the sittings of
the House.
2. In both LokSabha and Rajya Sabha, the committee consists of 15 members.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
30
Consider the following statements about State Public Service commissions and choose the correct
one:
1. The State Public Service Commissions presents to the President of India , annually, a report on
it's functioning.
2. While making reservations of appointments or posts in favour of any backward class of citizens,
the State Public Service Commisions are consulted.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
31
Arrange the following chronologically;
1. Battle of Saragarhi.
2. Treaty of Yandabo.
3. Battle of Koregaon
a) 1-2-3
b) 3-2-1
c) 1-3-2
d) 3-1-2
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Consider the following statements regarding Wardha Scheme of basic Education, and choose the
correct one:
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1. The main principle of the scheme was learning through activity.
2. According to the scheme, teaching was to be in Hindi from Class 2 to 7.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding "Bombay Plan", and choose the correct one:
1. It was a set of proposals by a group of influential business leaders in Bombay for the development
of post colonial India.
2. It envisaged minimal interference by the government in the economy.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding "GopalHariDeshmukh" and choose the correct one:
1. He wrote articles in the weekly 'Prabhakar' under the pen name "Lokhitawadi".
2. He took a leadership role in founding Gyan Prakash periodical.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
35
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:
1. W.C Bannerji was the first president of Indian National Congress.
2. Sarojini Naidu was the first women to be the president of Indian National Congress.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements about "Swadeshi movement" and choose the correct one:
1. Swadeshi movement was not just a political movement, but an economic movement as well.
2. 'Amar SonaBangla' ,the national anthem of Bangladesh, was written by RabindraNath Tagore
during this time.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Which of the following are correctly matched:
1. Anand Math - Bankim Chandra Chatterji
2. Bharat Durdasha - M.G.Ranade
3. AndherNagari - BharatenduHarishchandra
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 3
c) 1,2,3
d) 3 only
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Consider the following statements regarding "Second carnatic war" and choose the correct one:
1. The war ended with the Treaty of Pondicherry.
2. As a result of the war , Charles Godeheu replaced Dupleix, as the Governor general of French
territories in India.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
39
Read the following statements regarding certain political developments during India's freedom
struggle and choose the correct one:
1. There emerged a socialist wing in the Indian National Congress under the tutelage of leaders like
Jawaharlal Nehru and Subashchandra Bose.
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2. All India Forward Bloc was a left wing nationalist political party in India which emerged as a faction
within the India Congress , which was founded by M.N Roy
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
40
Consider the following statements with regard to rise of extremist trend in Indian National Movement
and choose the correct ones:
1. The failure of moderates to bring about any substantial change or victory was one reason behind
the rise of extremism.
2. The victory of Japan in the Russo-japanese war encouraged extremists.
3. The colour discrimination faced by Indian's in South Africa
a) 1 and 2
b) 1,2,3
c) 1 and 3
d) 3 only
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Read the following statements regarding "Rani kiVav" and choose the correct one:
1. It was built as a memorial to Queen Udayamati by the Chalukyan King BhimDev Solanki.
2. It was added to the list of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites in 2014.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding 'ChaitanyaMahaprabhu" and choose the correct one:
1. He expounded the Shaiva school of Bhakti Yoga.
2. Chaitanya is sometimes referred to by the name "Nimai".
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
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d) None
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Consider the following statements about 'Stupa" architecture and choose the correct one:
1. Medhi's were elevated circular path around the stupa used for pradakshina.
2. Toranas formed the heart of the structure in which the relics were kept.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
44
Which of the following are correctly matched?
Handi craft - State
1.Dalgate pottery - Himachal Pradesh
2.Bidri jewellery - Karnataka
3.Marodi metal crafts - Rajasthan
a) 1 and 2
b) 1 and 3
c) 2 and 3
d) 1,2,3
45
Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:
1. Sanskrit is the oldest language in India
2. Lalitavistara , the Hinayana text, is written in Sanskrit.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
46
Consider the following statements with regards to certain ecological concepts, and choose the
correct one:
1. Carbon footprint is the total emissions caused by an individual, event, organization, or product.
2. Earth Overshoot Day is the estimated day in which humanity consumes it's quota of resources for
that year .
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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding "The United Nations Convention to Combat
Desertification(UNCCD)", and choose the correct one:
1. The permanent Secretariat of the UNCCD is located in Bonn, Germany.
2. Canada is not a member of UNCCD.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding "Asiatic Cheetah" and choose the correct one:
1. The only remaining wild population of Asiatic cheetah is in Iran.
2. Nauradehi wildlife sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh is one of the identified locations for India's
Cheetah reintroduction project.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements with regards to "Environmental Performance Index", and choose
the correct one:
1. It is published by the UNEP.
2. India improved it's ranking in the Environmental Performance Index 2018 compared to it's position
in previous years.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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The Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR) has sounded the alarm over the discovery of
"Fall Army worm" in a state in India.
In which of the following state was it discovered?
a) Maharashtra
b) Karnataka
c) Odisha
d) Chattisgarh
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Consider the following statements and choose the correct option with regards to the question:
1.This religion is also known as Mazdayasna.
2. It is a monotheistic faith.
3. It exalts a deity of wisdom, Ahura Mazda, as its Supreme Being .
Which religion is being referred to here?
a) Bahaism
b) Zoroastrianism
c) Paganism
d) Confucianism
52
Consider the following statements with regards to Indian society's past and choose the correct one:
1. In Medieval Indian society, the term "Araghatta" referred to the water wheel used in agriculture.
2. Parivraaj were class of people whose profession was to memorize chronicles about dynasties and
about epics.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:
1. The National motto of India, "SatyamevaJayate" was taken from Keno Upanishad.
2. Brahmavadini are those women who composed any hymns of the Vedas .
a) 1 only
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b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding Ellora Caves and choose the correct one:
1. It hosts the famous rock cut Kailasha temple.
2. A grand image of Buddha's Mahaparinirvana along with numerous celestial beings can be seen in
Ellora caves.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding Jainism and choose the correct one:
1. They espoused the concept of "Anuvrata".
2. Jain monastic organization which was part of jain society or Sangh, has a four fold order.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements about Gupta's and choose the correct one:
1. Dinara was a silver coin issued by the Gupta's.
2. The Sushrutasamhita is dated to the Gupta times.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements about Maratha administration and choose the correct one:
1. Sivaji replaced jagirdari system with ryotwari system.
2. The revenue system was patterned after the kathi system of Malik Amber
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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding Akbar's administration and choose the correct one:
1.The head of military department in Akbar's administrative machinery was an officer termed
"Bakshi".
2. The "Dahsala" system of taxation was brought during the time of Akbar.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statement about "Surdas" and choose the correct one:
1. Surdas is reknown for his lyrical works about Lord Krishna.
2. The "PremVatika" , poems on the life of Krishna , was written by him.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding Aurangzeb and choose the correct one:
1. The famous "Badshahi Masjid" in Lahore was built during his reign.
2. The English built their first factory in india with his permission.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding the interior of earth and choose the correct one:
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1. The lithosphere is composed of the Crust alone.
2. The upper portion of the mantle is called "Asthenosphere".
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:
1. Those geomorphic processes which derives it's energy from with in the earth are termed as
'Endogenic" processes.
2. Diastrophism is an example for endogenic geomorphic process.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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From the following choose those conditions which are favourable for the formation of tropical
cyclones:
1. Large sea surface with temperature higher than 27 degree celsius.
2. Presence of Coriolis force.
3. Variations in the vertical wind speeds.
4. Pre existing weak low pressure area.
5. Upper divergence above the sea level system.
a) 1 and 2
b) 1,2,3
c) 2,3,4
d) 1,2,3,4 and 5
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Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:
1. The tropical hot deserts are mostly located in the eastern margins of continents.
2. The presence of ocean currents plays a major role in determining the location of tropical hot
deserts.
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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements and choose the correct one:
1. Doldrums are low-pressure area around the equator where the prevailing winds are calm.
2. The "Horse latitudes" is a product of global air circulation cell known as 'Hadley cell'.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding India's mangrove forests and choose the correct one:
1. India has the largest mangrove cover in the world.
2. Among Indian states, Gujarat has the maximum area under mangrove cover.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding Indian Monsoon and choose the correct one:
1. Monsoonal rainfall is largely governed by relief or topography.
2. The monsoon rainfall has a declining trend with increasing distance from the sea.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements regarding Dipher pass and choose the correct one:
1. It is located in the tri junction between India, China and Bhutan.
2. It is located in the state of Sikkim.
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a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Consider the following statements about Lakshadweep islands and choose the correct one:
1. The entire Lakshadweep islands group is made up of coral deposits.
2. The 8 Degree Channel separates islands of Minicoy and Maldives.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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Among the following rivers , choose the one/ones which does not flow in to the Arabian sea.
1. Mandovi
2. Juari
3. Vamsadhara
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 3 only
d) 2 and 3
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Consider the statements regarding Bond-i.
A. It is world„s first public bond created and managed using only blockchain.
B. It is launched by the International Monetary Fund.
Choose the correct statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None
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The Union Cabinet recently approved change in the basis of classifying Micro, Small and Medium
enterprises from „investment in plant & machinery/equipment‟ to „annual turnover‟. Consider the
following statements.
A. A micro enterprise will be defined as a unit where the annual turnover does not exceed 1 crore
rupees.
B. A medium enterprise will be defined as a unit where the annual turnover is more than 75 crore
rupees but does not exceed Rs 250 crore.
C. A small enterprise will be defined as a unit where the annual turnover is more than 1 crore rupees
but does not exceed Rs 75 crore.
Choose the incorrect statements.
a) A and B
b) B and C
c) All
d) A and C
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The Inclusive Wealth Report (IWR) is created to evaluate the capacities and performance of the
nations around the world to measure sustainability of economy and well being of their people. It is
published by ?
a) World Economic Forum
b) United Nations Development Programme
c) World Bank
d) United Nations Environment
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Consider the statements regarding Jan DhanDarshak App.
A. Ministry of Finance and National Informatics Centre (NIC) has jointly developed it.
B. The aim is to provide a citizen centric platform for locating financial service touch points across all
providers such as banks, post office, CSC, etc.
Choose the correct statements.
a) Both
b) None
c) B only
d) A only
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Consider the statements regarding the Global Skills Park.
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A. It is funded by Asian Development Bank (ADB).
B. It is going to be established in the state of Maharashtra.
C. It will be the first multi-skills park in India.
Choose the correct statements.
a) A and B
b) A and C
c) B and C
d) C and D
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Consider the statements regarding CPSE ETF and Bharat-22 .
A. Bharat-22 will comprise stocks of 22 blue-chip public sector units.
B. CPSE ETF has only state-run companies as its constituents.
Choose the incorrect statements.
a) None
b) Both
c) A only
d) B only
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Consider the statements regarding Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC).
A. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of RBI.
B. Each of the depositor is insured up to a maximum of Rs 2 lakh for both principal and interest.
Choose the correct statements
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None
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Consider the statements regarding e-Samiksha portal.
A. It is developed by Cabinet Secretariat.
B. It is a real time, on-line system for monitoring of follow-up action on the decisions taken earlier.
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Choose the correct statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None
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Consider the statements regarding SAATHI initiative.
A. It aims to develop energy efficient textile technologies in powerloom sector.
B. It is jointly developed by Ministry of New & Renewable Energy and Ministry of Textiles.
Choose the correct statements.
a) A only
b) None
c) B only
d) Both
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Consider the statements regarding Pradhan MantriMatruVandana Yojana.
A. It is related to Indira Gandhi MatritvaSahyoj Yojana.
B. All pregnant women and lactating mothers will receive a cash benefit of Rs. 5000 in 3
installments.
Choose the incorrect statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None
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Consider the statements regarding the ASPIRE Scheme.
A. It is launched by the Ministry of Human Resource Development.
B. It encourages students to develop innovative technologies for solving India's problems.
Choose the correct statements.
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a) None
b) B only
c) Both
d) A only
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Consider the statements regarding Jal Mani Programme.
A. It involves installation of standalone purification systems in rural schools.
B. It is implemented by MInistry of Drinking Water and Sanitation.
Choose the incorrect statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None
83
“MAA- Mother‟s Absolute Affection” a nationwide programme to promote breastfeeding is launched
by ?
a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
b) Ministry of Social Justice
c) Ministry of Women and Child Development
d) World Health Organization
84
Project CHAMAN is launched for development of ?
a) Livestock
b) FIsheries
c) Sericulture
d) Horticulture
85
Consider the statements regarding the "Fall Armyworm” (Spodopterafrugiperda).
A. It is an invasive agricultural pest that feeds on around 100 different crops.
B. It was reported for the first time in Asia, in Karnataka.
Choose the incorrect statements.
a) A only
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b) B only
c) Both
d) None
86
Legislative Assembly elections in which of the following states is NOT being held together with 2019
Loksabhaelections ?
a) Arunachal Pradesh
b) Nagaland
c) Odisha
d) Sikkim
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Desert Eagle is the military exercise between India and which country ?
a) Oman
b) Saudi Arabia
c) UAE
d) Iran
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The world's first e-waste micro factory was recently started in ?
a) Telangana
b) Gujarat
c) Maharashtra
d) None
89
Consider the following statements regarding "BudhaMayoori".
A. It has been proposed as the "state butterfly of Kerala".
B. It is endemic to Western Ghats and seen in Kerala, karnataka and Goa.
Choose the correct statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None
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Consider the statements regarding the Pare Hydroelectric project.
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A. It is across Dikrongriver.
B. It is located in Sikkim.
Choose the incorrect statements.
a) B only
b) None
c) Both
d) A only
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Among the following South americancountries , which is the land locked one:
1. Uruguay.
2. Paraguay
3. Ecuador.
4. Bolivia.
a) 1 and 2
b) 2 and 3
c) 1 and 4
d) 2 and 4
92
The 18th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit 2019 is being held in ?
a) India
b) Cuba
c) Azerbaijan
d) Indonesia
93
A "New Vision for Ocean (NVO)" was in the news recently in relation to ?
a) European Union
b) Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services
c) International Oceanographic Commission
d) World Economic Forum
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Consider the following statements.
A. The Republic of Seychelles has recently launched the world„s first sovereign blue bond.
B. Blue Bond is a financial instrument designed to support activities preventing air pollution.
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Choose the incorrect statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) None
d) Both
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Consider the statements regarding Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements (ARIIA)
and National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).
A. ARIIA focuses on research while NIRF focuses on innovation.
B. ARIIA is launched by NITI Aayog whereas NIRF is by MInistry of Human Resource Development.
Choose the correct statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None
96
Consider the following statements about "Dead Zones" and choose the correct one:
1. Dead Zones or Hypoxic zones or Oxygen minimum zones (OMZ) are areas in the ocean of such
low oxygen concentration that animal life suffocates and dies.
2. This is seen in Atlantic ocean alone, near the Gulf of Mexico.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2
d) None
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From the following , choose the one which is not an example for commensalism:
1. Herons and cattle.
2. Emperor shrimp and sea cucumber.
3. Aphids and plants.
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 3
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c) 1 and 2
d) 1,2 ,3
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Consider the statements regarding Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and it's protocols
A. Global Biodiversity Outlook (GBO) is the flagship publication of the CBD.
B. Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety is related to use of living modified organisms (LMOs).
C. Nagoya Protocol is related to Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits Arising from Genetic
Resources.
Choose the correct statements.
a) All
b) A and B
c) B and C
d) A and C
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Consider the statements regarding the Talanoa Dialogue.
A. It is a process designed to help countries negotiate eco-friendly trade deals.
B. It was launched at COP 23 under the Presidency of the Republic of Fiji.
Choose the correct statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) Both
d) None
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Consider the statements regarding the Golden Langur Conservation Breeding Program.
A. It has been launched by the state of Kerala.
B. Golden Langur is currently marked endangered in the IUCN list.
Choose the incorrect statements.
a) A only
b) B only
c) C only
d) All
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