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4392 Previous Year Questions • 2016–2026 • Prelims, Mains, Essay, Optionals
Prelims - Paper 1 (GS)
20 shown2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.81
Which of the following is/are the possible consequence/s of heavy sand mining in riverbeds?
1
Decreased salinity in the river
2
Pollution of groundwater
3
Lowering of the water-table
General issues on Environmental ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change - that do not require subject specialization
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.82
With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements :
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A high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water holding capacity.
2
Soil does not play any role in the sulphur cycle.
3
Irrigation over a period of time can contribute to the salinization of some agricultural lands.
Indian and World Geography-Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.83
The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), a UN mechanism to assist countries transition towards greener and more inclusive economies, emerged at
Economic and Social Development-Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.84
"3D printing" has applications in which of the following ?
1
Preparation of confectionery items
2
Manufacture of bionic ears
3
Automotive industry
4
Reconstructive surgeries
5
Data processing technologies
General Science
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.85
Consider the following statements :
1
The Barren Island volcano is an active volcano located in the Indian territory.
2
Barren Island lies about 140 km east of Great Nicobar.
3
The last time the Barren Island volcano erupted was in 1991 and it has remained inactive since then.
Important Geophysical phenomena such as earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic activity, cyclone etc., geographical features and their location-changes in critical geographical features (including water-bodies and ice-caps) and in flora and fauna and the effects of such changes
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.86
Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in news ?
Environment and Ecology
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.87
Consider the following statements:
1
Most of the world's coral reefs are in tropical waters.
2
More than one-third of the world's coral reefs are located in the territories of Australia, Indonesia and Philippines.
3
Coral reefs host far more number of animal phyla than those hosted by tropical rainforests.
Environment and Ecology
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.88
"Momentum for Change : Climate Neutral Now" is an initiative launched by
Environment and Ecology
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.89
With reference to educational institutions during colonial rule in India, consider the following pairs : Institution - Founder
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Sanskrit College at Benaras - William Jones
2
Calcutta Madarsa - Warren Hastings
3
Fort William College - Arthur Wellesley
History of India and Indian National Movement
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.90
Consider the following pairs: Regions sometimes mentioned in news - Country
1
Catalonia - Spain
2
Crimea - Hungary
3
Mindanao - Philippines
4
Oromia - Nigeria
Geography
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.91
Consider the following events:
1
The first democratically elected communist party government formed in a State in India.
2
India's then largest bank, 'Imperial Bank of India', was renamed 'State Bank of India'.
3
Air India was nationalised and became the national carrier.
4
Goa became a part of independent India.
Modern History
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.92
Right to Privacy is protected as an intrinsic part of Right to Life and Personal Liberty. Which of the following in the Constitution of India correctly and appropriately imply the above statement?
Polity
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.93
Consider the following :
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Areca nut
2
Barley
3
Coffee
4
Finger millet
5
Groundnut
6
Sesamum
7
Turmeric
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has announced the Minimum Support Price for which of the above ?
Economics
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.94
In which one of the following States is Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary located ?
Environment
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.95
With reference to India's satellite launch vehicles, consider the following statements:
1
PSLVs launch the satellites useful for Earth resources monitoring whereas GSLVs are designed mainly to launch communication satellites.
2
Satellites launched by PSLV appear to remain permanently fixed in the same position in the sky, as viewed from a particular location on Earth.
3
GSLV Mk III is a four-staged launch vehicle with the first and third stages using solid rocket motors; and the second and fourth stages using liquid rocket engines.
Science and Technology
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.96
With reference to the governance of public sector banking in India, consider the following statements :
1
Capital infusion into public sector banks by the Government of India has steadily increased in the last decade.
2
To put the public sector banks in order, the merger of associate banks with the parent State Bank of India has been affected.
String (e.g. Modern History, CSAT, Polity)
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.97
Consider the following items :
1
Cereal grains hulled
2
Chicken eggs cooked
3
Fish processed and canned
4
Newspapers containing advertising material
Economy and Taxation
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.98
Consider the following statements :
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The definition of "Critical Wildlife Habitat" is incorporated in the Forest Rights Act, 2006.
2
For the first time in India, Baigas have been given Habitat Rights.
3
Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change officially decides and declares Habitat Rights for Primitive and Vulnerable Tribal Groups in any part of India.
Environment and Ecology
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.99
Consider the following :
1
Birds
2
Dust blowing
3
Rain
4
Wind blowing
General Science (Biology/Agriculture)
2018•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.100
With reference to organic farming in India, consider the following statements :
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'The National Programme for Organic Production' (NPOP) is operated under the guidelines and directions of the Union Ministry of Rural Development.
2
'The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority' (APEDA) functions as the Secretariat for the implementation of NPOP.
3
Sikkim has become India's first fully organic State.
Agriculture and Sustainable Development