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4392 Previous Year Questions • 2016–2026 • Prelims, Mains, Essay, Optionals

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2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.9
Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports a rich biodiversity?
Environment
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.10

Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding National Innovation Foundation-India (NIF)?

1
NIF is an autonomous body of the Department of Science and Technology under the Central Government.
2
NIF is an initiative to strengthen the highly advanced scientific research in India's premier scientific institutions in collaboration with highly advanced foreign scientific institutions.
Science and Technology
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.11

What can be the impact of excessive/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in agriculture?

1
Proliferation of nitrogen-fixing microorganisms in soil can occur.
2
Increase in the acidity of soil can take place.
3
Leaching of nitrate to the groundwater can occur.
Environment and Agriculture
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.12

With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which of the following statements is/are correct?

1
IUCN is an organ of the United Nations and CITES is an international agreement between governments.
2
IUCN runs thousands of field projects around the world to better manage natural environments.
3
CITES is legally binding on the States that have joined it, but this Convention does not take the place of national laws.
International Institutions and Environment
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.13
The Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane is approved by the
Agriculture and Farm Subsidies
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.14
What explains the eastward flow of the equatorial counter-current?
Physical Geography - Ocean Currents
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.15

Consider the following pairs: Place of Pilgrimage : Location

1
Srisailam : Nallamala Hills
2
Omkareshwar : Satmala Hills
3
Pushkar : Mahadeo Hills
Geography
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.16

With reference to Rowlatt Satyagraha, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1
The Rowlatt Act was based on the recommendations of the 'Sedition Committee'.
2
In Rowlatt Satyagraha, Gandhiji tried to utilize the Home Rule League.
3
Demonstrations against the arrival of Simon Commission coincided with Rowlatt Satyagraha.
History
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.17
Among the following, which were frequently mentioned in the news for the outbreak of Ebola virus recently?
Current Events
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.18

With reference to 'fly ash' produced by the power plants using coal as fuel, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1
Fly ash can be used in the production of bricks for building construction.
2
Fly ash can be used as a replacement for some of the Portland cement contents of concrete.
3
Fly ash is made up of silicon dioxide and calcium oxide only, and does not contain any toxic elements.
Environment
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.19

With reference to 'dugong', a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1
It is a herbivorous marine animal.
2
It is found along the entire coast of India.
3
It is given legal protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
Environment
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.20

Who of the following was/were economic critic/critics of colonialism in India?

1
Dadabhai Naoroji
2
G. Subramania Iyer
3
R. C. Dutt
Modern Indian History - Economic Critique of Colonialism
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.21
Which one of the following issues the 'Global Economic Prospects' report periodically?
Economic and Social Development - Global Economic Reports
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.22
When the Reserve Bank of India reduces the Statutory Liquidity Ratio by 50 basis points, which of the following is likely to happen?
Economics
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.23

With reference to the use of nanotechnology in health sector, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1
Targeted drug delivery is made possible by nanotechnology.
2
Nanotechnology can largely contribute to gene therapy.
General Science
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.24
In India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the
Economics
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.25
Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?
Environment and Ecology
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.26

With reference to Congress Socialist Party, consider the following statements:

1
It advocated the boycott of British goods and evasion of taxes.
2
It wanted to establish the dictatorship of proletariat.
3
It advocated separate electorate for minorities and oppressed classes.
Modern History
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.27

Consider the following statements:

1
The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or to amend a Money Bill.
2
The Rajya Sabha cannot vote on the Demands for Grants.
3
The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement.
Polity
2015•Prelims•Paper 1 (GS)•Q.28
The Government of India Act of 1919 clearly defined
Polity
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