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Prelims - Paper 1 (GS)

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2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.1

What are the significances of a practical approach to sugarcane production known as 'Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative'?

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Seed cost is very low in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation.
2
Drip irrigation can be practiced very effectively in this.
3
There is no application of chemical/inorganic fertilizers at all in this.
4
The scope for intercropping is more in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation.
Agriculture
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.2
If a wetland of international importance is brought under the 'Montreux Record', what does it imply?
Environment
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.3
Which one of the following pairs of islands is separated from each other by the 'Ten Degree Channel'?
Indian Geography
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.4

Consider the following pairs: Programme/Project : Ministry

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Drought-Prone Area Programme : Ministry of Agriculture
2
Desert Development Programme : Ministry of Environment and Forests
3
National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas : Ministry of Rural Development
Governance and Policy
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.5

With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements:

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It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Environment and Forests.
2
It strives to conserve nature through action-based research, education and public awareness.
3
It organizes and conducts nature trails and camps for the general public.
Environment and Ecology
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.6
With reference to 'Global Environment Facility', which of the following statements is/are correct?
Environment and Ecology
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.7

With reference to technologies for solar power production, consider the following statements:

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'Photovoltaics' is a technology that generates electricity by direct conversion of light into electricity, while 'Solar Thermal' is a technology that utilizes the Sun's rays to generate heat which is further used in electricity generation process.
2
Photovoltaics generates Alternating Current (AC), while Solar Thermal generates Direct Current (DC).
3
India has manufacturing base for Solar Thermal technology, but not for Photovoltaics.
General Science
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.8

Consider the following languages:

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Gujarati
2
Kannada
3
Telugu
Indian Culture
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.9

Consider the following pairs:

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Dampa Tiger Reserve : Mizoram
2
Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary : Sikkim
3
Saramati Peak : Nagaland
Indian Geography
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.10

With reference to a conservation organization called 'Wetlands International', which of the following statements is/are correct?

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It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention.
2
It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies.
Environment and Ecology
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.11

With reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, consider the following statements:

1
The First Summit of BRICS was held in Rio de Janeiro in 2009.
2
South Africa was the last to join the BRICS grouping.
International Groupings
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.12

Consider the following diseases:

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Diphtheria
2
Chickenpox
3
Smallpox
General Science
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.13

Which of the following phenomena might have influenced the evolution of organisms?

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Continental drift
2
Glacial cycles
Physical Geography
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.14

Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganges River Dolphins?

1
Construction of dams and barrages on rivers
2
Increase in the population of crocodiles in rivers
3
Getting trapped in fishing nets accidentally
4
Use of synthetic fertilizers and other agricultural chemicals in crop-fields in the vicinity of rivers
Environment and Ecology
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.15
The Radcliffe Committee was appointed to
Modern History
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.16

Brominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and upholstery. Why is there some concern about their use?

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They are highly resistant to degradation in the environment.
2
They are able to accumulate in humans and animals.
Environmental Ecology
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.17

Consider the following:

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Bats
2
Bears
3
Rodents The phenomenon of hibernation can be observed in which of the above kinds of animals?
General Science
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.18
Which one of the following is the largest Committee of the Parliament?
Indian Polity
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.19

Which of the following adds/add carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on the planet Earth?

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Volcanic action
2
Respiration
3
Photosynthesis
4
Decay of organic matter
Environmental Ecology
2014•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.20

If you walk through countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside the cattle to seize the insects disturbed by their movement through grasses. Which of the following is/are such bird/birds?

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Painted Stork
2
Common Myna
3
Black-necked Crane
Environmental Ecology
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