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4392 Previous Year Questions • 2016–2026 • Prelims, Mains, Essay, Optionals
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Prelims - Paper 1 (GS)
20 shown2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.3
'Recognition of Prior Learning Scheme' is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to
Economics
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.4
From the ecological point of view, which one of the following assumes importance in being a good link between the Eastern Ghats and the Western Ghats?
Geography
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.5
One of the implications of equality in society is the absence of
Polity
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.6
Consider the following statements in respect of Trade Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce (TRAFFIC):
1
TRAFFIC is a bureau under United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
2
The mission of TRAFFIC is to ensure that trade in wild plants and animals is not a threat to the conservation of nature.
General issues on Environmental ecology, Bio-diversity and Climate Change
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.7
Which principle among the following was added to the Directive Principles of State Policy by the 42nd Amendment to the Constitution?
Indian Polity and Governance-Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.8
Which one of the following statements is correct?
Indian Polity and Governance-Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.9
Which of the following gives 'Global Gender Gap Index' ranking to the countries of the world?
Economic and Social Development
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.10
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Smart India Hackathon 2017?
1
It is a centrally sponsored scheme for developing every city of our country into Smart Cities in a decade.
2
It is an initiative to identify new digital technology innovations for solving the many problems faced by our country.
3
It is a programme aimed at making all the financial transactions in our country completely digital in a decade.
Science and Technology
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.11
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)?
1
It decides the RBI's benchmark interest rates.
2
It is a 12-member body including the Governor of RBI and is reconstituted every year.
3
It functions under the chairmanship of the Union Finance Minister.
Indian Economy
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.12
With reference to Manipuri Sankirtana, consider the following statements:
1
It is a song and dance performance.
2
Cymbals are the only musical instruments used in the performance.
3
It is performed to narrate the life and deeds of Lord Krishna.
Indian Culture
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.13
Who among the following was/were associated with the introduction of Ryotwari Settlement in India during the British rule?
1
Lord Cornwallis
2
Alexander Read
3
Thomas Munro
Modern History
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.14
In the context of solving pollution problems, what is/are the advantage/advantages of bioremediation technique?
1
It is a technique for cleaning up pollution by enhancing the same biodegradation process that occurs in nature.
2
Any contaminant with heavy metals such as cadmium and lead can be readily and completely treated by bioremediation using microorganisms.
3
Genetic engineering can be used to create microorganisms specifically designed for bioremediation.
Environment
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.15
The Trade Disputes Act of 1929 provided for
Modern History
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.16
Local self-government can be best explained as an exercise in
Polity
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.17
Consider the following statements:
With reference to the Constitution of India, the Directive Principles of State Policy constitute limitations upon
1. legislative function.
2. executive function.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Polity
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.18
The term 'Digital Single Market Strategy' seen in the news refers to
Current Affairs
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.19
At one of the places in India, if you stand on the seashore and watch the sea, you will find that the sea water recedes from the shore line a few kilometres and comes back to the shore, twice a day, and you can actually walk on the sea floor when the water recedes. This unique phenomenon is seen at
Geography
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.20
With reference to the 'Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988 (PBPT Act)', consider the following statements:
1
A property transaction is not treated as a benami transaction if the owner of the property is not aware of the transaction.
2
Properties held benami are liable for confiscation by the Government.
3
The Act provides for three authorities for investigations but does not provide for any appellate mechanism.
Polity
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.21
Due to some reasons, if there is a huge fall in the population of species of butterflies, what could be its likely consequence/consequences?
1
Pollination of some plants could be adversely affected.
2
There could be a drastic increase in the fungal infections of some cultivated plants.
3
It could lead to a fall in the population of some species of wasps, spiders and birds.
Environment
2017•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.22
It is possible to produce algae based biofuels, but what is/are the likely limitation(s) of developing countries in promoting this industry?
1
Production of algae based biofuels is possible in seas only and not on continents.
2
Setting up and engineering the algae based biofuel production requires high level of expertise/technology until the construction is completed.
3
Economically viable production necessitates the setting up of large scale facilities which may raise ecological and social concerns.
Science and Technology