UPSC Prelims Mock Test 9 – GS Paper 1

UPSC Prelims Mock Test 9 – GS Paper 1

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1. The international grouping New Agenda for Coalition is established to:
(a) Organise climate change mitigation plans.
(b) Push for agenda of nuclear disarmament.
(c) Counter the cybersecurity threats from non state actors.
(d) Promote Free Trade Agreements

2. Consider the following statements regarding the National Register of Citizens:
The NRC exercise in Assam aims to give effect to the Assam Accord
NRC in Assam is a list of all the legal citizens residing in the state.
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

3. Consider the following statements regarding India :
India has 29 states and 8 union territories.
No state in India currently have separate constitution.
No states in India have a recognised state flag.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 and 2
2 and 3
2 only
3 only

4.Consider the following statements.
It is a leading non-governmental organisation working globally on trade in wild animals and plants in the context of both biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.
It was founded in 1976 as a strategic alliance of the World Wide Fund for Nature and the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
The above given descriptions best describes which of the following institution?

(a) Animal Protection and Rescue League
(b) People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
(c)TRAFFIC
(d)People for Animals

5. Shillong declaration, recently seen in the news is related to
(a) E-governance
(b) HIV AIDS rehabilitation
(c) Climate change
(d) Counter insurgency in North East

6. Which among the following releases the Inclusive Development Index?
(a) European Union
(b) World Bank
(c) Amnesty International
(d) World Economic Forum

7.Consider the following statements:
National Disaster Management Authority comes directly under the Prime Minister’s office.
It is headed by the Prime Minister and the State Disaster Management Authorities are headed by respective Chief Ministers.
It gives final approval to the National Disaster Management Plan.
Choose the answer using the codes given below
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 only
(d) All the above

8. Recently, the 10th Mekong-Ganga Cooperation Ministerial Meeting was held in Bangkok. Who among the following is/are the members of the cooperation?
1.India
2.Laos
3.Indonesia
4. Vietnam
Choose the correct answer from the following options
(a) 2,3 and 4 only
(b) 1,3 and 4 only
(c) 1,2 and 4 only
(d) 1,2 and 3 only

9.Consider the following statements regarding Himalayan region in India.
1. Some large , extensive and fertile valleys can be seen in Himalayan region of India.
2. Jelep La and Nathu La are two major passes on the Indo-Myanmar trade route.
3. Hill ranges are not present along Indo-bangladesh Border
4. Which among the above given statements is/are true?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
( d) 3 only

10. Which of the following is not a member of OPEC countries?
(a) Algeria
(b) Brazil
(c) Ecuador
(d) Nigeria

11.Consider the following statements regarding International Fund for Agricultural Development:
1.It is a specialized agency of the United Nations.
2.India is a founding member of IFAD.
3.IFAD is dedicated to eradicating poverty and hunger in rural areas of developing countries.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

12.Based on which of the following committee’s recommendation did RBI recently decided to transfer a surplus of Rs 1.76 lakh crore to the Government of India exchequer?
(a)YH Malegam committee
(b)Bimal Jalan committee
(c)Usha Thorat committee
(d)Raghuram Rajan committee

13.Which among the following national Symbols of India is/are officially adopted on or before 26th January 1950?
1.National Flag
2.National Emblem
3.National Song
4.National Calendar
5.National Anthem
Choose the answer using the codes given below
(a)3 and 5 only
(b)1 and 5 only
(c)1, 3and 5 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 5

14.Consider the following statements:
1.While International Court of Justice is the principal judicial organ of United Nations, the International Criminal Court is the judicial arm of European Union.
2.Appeals to the verdict passed by both the courts lie with the Permanent Court of Arbitration.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

15. In which among the following purposes the Saka Calendar can be used officially?
1.Gazette of India.
2.News broadcast by the All India Radio.
3.Calendars issued by the Government of India.
4.Government communications addressed to the public.
5.International Communications of Government of India.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
(a)1,2 and 3 only
(b)1,2,3 and 4 only
(c)1,2 and 4 only
(d)All the above

16.Finance minister recently announced setting up a development bank as a slew of measures to boost the economy and financial market sentiments. Consider the following statements regarding the same:
1.Development banks are financial institutions that provide long-term credit for capital-intensive investments spread over a long period
2.Considering the social benefits of such investments and uncertainties associated with them, development banks are often supported by governments or international institutions
Choose the statements which are not correct
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

17.Consider the following statements.
1.It is considered as the ‘soft loan window’ of its parent organisation.
2.It aims to reduce poverty by providing loans (called “credits”) and grants for programs that boost economic growth, reduce inequalities, and improve people’s living conditions.
The above given descriptions best describes which of the following institution?
(a)Indian Development Forum
(b)International Monetary Fund
(c)International Development Agency
(d)International Finance Corporation

18.Which of the following countries comprises the South Asia Growth Quadrangle (SAGQ)?
(a)Srilanka- India- Bhutan- Maldives
(b)Bangladesh- Bhutan- India- Nepal
(c)India- Srilanka- Bangladesh- Maldives
(d)Bangladesh- Bhutan- Nepal- Maldives.

19.Consider the following statements regarding the mid day meal scheme in India?
1.The Mid-Day Meal Scheme covers children of classes I-VIII
2.Students studying in government schools are the only beneficiaries of this programme.
3.The expense of the programme is shared between the centre and the states governments on a 50:50 ratio.
Which among the given statements is/are true?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d) All are Correct

20. Consider the following statements regarding SAARC:
1.India and Pakistan are founding members of SAARC
2.Afghanistan and Bhutan got SAARC membership only after the initiation of democratic process in those countries.
3.All the SAARC members are members of Asian Development Bank
4.China and USA have observer status in SAARC
Which among the given statements is/are true?
(a) 1,2,and 4 only
(b) 1,3 and 4 only
(c) 2,3,and 4 only
(d) All are correct

21.Consider the following statements
1.China is the largest producer of sugar including traditional cane sugar and sweeteners.
2.The sugar industry is instrumental in generating the sizable employment in the rural sector.
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

22. Consider the following statements regarding International Labour Organisation:
1.It was established in 1919 by the Treaty of Versailles as an affiliated agency of the League of Nations.
2.It became the first affiliated specialized agency of the United Nations in 1946.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

23. Bali Fintech Agenda is sometimes seen in the news in context of:
(a)World Trade Organisation and International Monetary Fund
(b)World Bank and World Trade Organisation
(c)International Monetary Fund and World Bank
(d)UNCBD and UNEP

24.Consider the following statements.
1.Incheon declaration is related to strategies for the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity.
2.Incheon declaration was made in a summit organised by UNESCO, together with UNICEF, World Bank, UNFPA, UNDP, UN Women and UNHCR.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

25.Consider the following about the recently passed Consumer Protection Act,2019:
1.The new Act replaces the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.
2.Central Consumer Protection Authority will be set up to promote, protect and enforce consumer rights.
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

26. Consider the following statements regarding ASEAN:
1.Only one ASEAN country has a land boundary with India.
2.Bhutan is the only landlocked ASEAN country.
3.All ASEAN countries have high Human Development Index.
Which among the above given statements is/are correct? 
(a)1 only
(b)3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)1 and 3 only

27.The Special report on Climate Change and Land(SRCCL) was released recently by:
(a)IPCC
(b)UNCCD
(c)UNDP
(d)GreenPeace International

28.Consider the following statements.
1.The fifth edition of Eastern Economic Forum was held in New Delhi in 2019.
2.India announced a Line of Credit worth $1 billion for the development of the Far East region of Russia in the meeting.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

29.Consider the following statements with reference to Shanghai Cooperation Organisation:
1.It is a political, economical, and military organisation founded by the Shanghai Five nations.
2.‘Peace Mission’- a military exercise was conducted by SCO to enhance cooperation between the member states in 2018.
3.Qingdao declaration is associated with SCO.

Which of the statements given above is/ are true?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2, and 3

30.Which of the following is/are technologies used for extracting Ocean energy?
1.Tidal energy
2.Wave energy
3.Current energy
4.Ocean thermal energy
Choose the correct answer from the options given below
(a)1,2 and 3 only
(b)2,3 and 4 only
(c)1,3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4

31.Consider the following statements
1.India is the second largest fish producing and aquaculture nation in the world.
2.More than half of India’s inland fisheries comes from aquaculture.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

32.Consider the following statements regarding the Composite Water Management Index:
1.The Composite Water Management Index is prepared by NITI Ayog to assess and improve the performance in efficient management of water resources.
2.A majority of Indian states have shown improvement in their water management scores over the last three years.
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

33.Consider the following statements about Right to Information in India:
1.Information regarding private bodies cannot be sought under the RTI
2.Request for RTI can be sent either by Post or submitted by person and can also be sent through email.
3.According to RTI a citizen have right to inspection of work, documents, records and to take certified samples of material held by the public authority.
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)All are correct

34.With reference to the African Development Bank, consider the following statements:
1. It is a multilateral financial institution consisting of members only from African continent.
2.Annual General meetings are held in Addis Ababa every year.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

35.Consider the following statements of Bank of International Settlement:
1.It is an organisation of the Central Banks of different countries.
2.It aims to serve the central banks in their pursuit of monetary and financial stability.
3.The Reserve Bank of India is not a member of the Bank of International Settlement.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

36.Consider the following statements on United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements (UNISA):
1.United Nations Convention on International Settlement Agreements (UNISA) is also known as Singapore Convention on Mediation.
2.It was adopted by the UN General Assembly in 1946, soon after the second world war.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

37.Consider the following statements regarding Official languages in India
1.According to Official Languages Act 1963, both Hindi and English shall compulsorily be used for certain specified purposes.
2.Department of Official Language was set up in 1975 to promote the use of two official languages of India- Hindi and English.
Select the correct statements using the codes given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

38.The Nuclear Suppliers Group has granted India a nuclear waiver agreement in 2008. What does it imply?
1.India will gain membership automatically to the NSG after 20 years.
2.India has to gradually eliminate its nuclear weapon programme.
3.India was allowed to engage in nuclear trade with the rest of the world.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)3 only
(d)1 only

39.With reference to the Agenda 2030, consider the following statements:
1.It was adopted as an outcome of the World Sustainable Development Summit.
2.Membership of the countries into the agenda creates binding obligations.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

40. With reference to the Conference on Disarmament, consider the following statements:
1.It established the Treaty on Non Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons.
2.The Secretary of the Conference is appointed by the Secretary General.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

41. NISHTHA scheme is being implemented by which of the following Ministries?
(a)Ministry of HRD
(b)Ministry of Women and Child Development
(c)Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
(d)None of the above

42. Consider the following statements regarding INTERPOL:
1.It is the world’s second largest international police organization after CIA.
2.It is the second-largest international organization after the United Nations in terms of international representation.
3.India is a member country to this global police co-operation.
Which of the given statements is/are not correct?
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1 and 3 only

43. African Rainforests can commonly be seen in which of the following group of nations?
(a) Congo, Algeria and Morocco
(b) Mali, Libya and Egypt
(c) South Africa, Congo and Namibia
(d) Gabon, Cameroon and Central African Republic

44. Leveraging Urbanisation in South Asia’ is a report published by which of the following organisation?
(a)SAARC
(b)World Bank
(c)WEF
(d) ASEAN

45.Which among the following institutions is/are funded by the Ministry of Culture?
1.Council of Architecture
2.Sangeet Natak Akademi
3.Sahitya Akademi
4.Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR)
5.Archaeological Survey of India Choose the answer using the codes given below
(a)1,2 and 3
(b)2,3 and 4
(c)2,3 and 5
(d) 2, 3,4 and 5

46.Consider the following statements regarding National Archives of India:
1.The National Archives of India is the custodian of all the non-current records of the Government of India
2.Records in the Archives are accessible to both government and the public.
3.It comes directly under the Documentation and Dissemination division of the department of Administrative reforms and Public Grievances
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)All the above

47.Which of the following is/are flagship reports released by UNCTAD?
1.Trade and Development Report
2.World Trade Report
3.Least Developed Countries Report
4.World Investment Report
Select the correct answer from the codes given below.
(a)2 and 4 only
(b)1, 2 and 3 only
(c)1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4

48.The term ‘Agreement on Reciprocal Logistics Agreement’ is seen recently in news in the context of India and:
(a)European Union
(b)France
(c)USA
(d)Russia

49. Consider the following statements.
1.The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations.
2.It is an intergovernmental organization with a membership of all world countries except Scandinavian countries.
3.The secretariat is in Geneva in Switzerland
Which of the above given statements is/are true?
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

50.Consider the following statements regarding Environmental and Social Management Framework released by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
1.It is part of a World Bank-funded project named ENCORE which aims to strengthen integrated coastal zone management in all coastal States and Union Territories of India
2.It includes various steps like screening, environment and social review, implementation of environmental and social measures.
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

51.Who among the following can adopt a heritage site under ‘Adopt a Heritage’ Programme
1.Public sector companies
2.Private sector firms
3.Individuals
4.International Organizations Select the correct answer using the Codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)1,2 and 3 only
(d)All the above

52.Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Kisan
Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM KUSUM) Scheme
1.The scheme aims to provide energy security along with financial and water security to farmers.
2.It targets to add decentralised solar power capacity of 25,750 megawatt by 2022.
3.It would encourage farmers to generate solar power in their farms and use the clean energy to replace their diesel water pumps.
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

53.Consider the following statements.
1.International Civil Aviation Organisation is a specialised agency of the United Nations.
2.It meets every two years at its headquarters in
Montreal,Canada.
Which of the statements given above is/are true?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

54.India and Pakistan are common members to which of the following regional organisations?
1.Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
2.The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation
3.Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
4.East Asia Summit
Select the correct answers using the codes given below.
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)1, 2 and 3 only
(c)2, 3 and 4 only
(d)All of the above

55.Consider the following statements regarding Tele Density:
1.Tele-density, which denotes the number of telephones per 100 population is an important indicator of telecom penetration
2.Tele Density in India is more than 90 per cent
3.Kerala has the highest Tele Density among Indian States
Which among the given statements is/are true?
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)All are correct

56. Global Future Councils are interdisciplinary:
(a)knowledge network dedicated to shape a sustainable future for all by innovative thinking.
(b)network of businessmen and entrepreneurs who engage themselves in future trade.
(c)business models which seek to adopt latest technologies in industries.
(d)new age mass mobility programmes to suit the demands of the future.

57.Consider the following statements regarding ‘community reserves’ in India:
1.It is a category of protected areas introduced under the Wildlife (Protection) Amendment Act of 2002.
2.Such areas are designated as conservation areas if they are uninhabited and completely owned by the Government of India but used for subsistence by communities
3.Recently, Gogabeel has been declared as Bihar’s first ‘Community Reserve’
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

58.Consider the following statements
1.India was elected as member of International Telecommunications Union Council for a term of four years from 2019 to 2022.
2.It is the first time that India got selected to ITU Council
Which of the statements given above is/are not true?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

59.Which of the following State Assembly recently passed the ‘anti-mob lynching’ bill?
(a)Rajasthan
(b)Haryana
(c)Uttar Pradesh
(d)Madhya Pradesh

60.Consider the following statements about ‘United Nations Commission on International Trade Laws’:
1.UNCITRAL is the core legal body of the United Nations system in the field of international trade law.
2.The Commission comprises member States elected by the United Nations General Assembly for a term of six years.
3.The World Trade Organization provides secretariat services to UNCITRAL.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

61.Consider the following statements regarding Common Service Centres:
1.CSCs are the access points for delivery of various electronic services to villages in India.
2.They promote rural entrepreneurship and builds rural capacities and livelihoods.
3.It is an initiative of the Ministry of Rural Development
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

62.Reporters Without Borders is a:
(a)Intergovernmental organisation which uphold the freedom of press.
(b)Consortium of world’s leading news agencies and news industry vendors.
(c)International non governmental organisation which engages in the defense and promotion of freedom of information.
(d)Global think tank that analyses the welfare of journalists around the world.

63.Consider the following statements:
1.100 resilient cities was created by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction after the adoption of Sendai Framework on Disaster Management.
2.Global Smart Cities Alliance on Technology Governance was established by UN-HABITAT.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

64.Consider the following statements regarding AIIB:
1.The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank is headquartered at Manila in Philippines.
2.India is the second largest borrower of AIIB after China.
Which of the statements given above is/are true?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

65.Global Financial Stability Report is published by:
(a)World Bank
(b)World Economic Forum
(c)International Monetary Fund
(d)UNCTAD

66.The phenomenon which occurs when a huge amount of matter such as a massive galaxy or cluster of galaxies creates a gravitational field that distorts and magnifies the light from objects behind it is known as
(a)Gravitational magnification
(b)Gravitational lensing
(c)Gravitational distortion
(d)None of the above

67.One billion rising is a global campaign to:
(a)Raise awareness against violence towards women.
(b)Increase forest cover across the world.
(c)Mobilise youth to adopt latest technologies to solve everyday problems.
(d)Encourage awareness about the harmful effects of microplastics.

68.Pothamala hills, seen in the news recently is situated in
(a)Tamil Nadu
(b)Karnataka
(c)Andhra Pradesh
(d)Kerala

69.Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action is sometimes seen in the news in the context of which of the following nation?
(a)Yemen
(b)Saudi Arabia
(c)Iran
(d)Syria

70.Consider the following statements regarding Menhirs, which have been in the news recently
1.Menhirs are monolithic slabs that are erected above the ground and may be small or gigantic in height.
2.Menhirs are endemic to certain regions only and are a feature of megalithic culture.
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

71.Consider the following statements:
1. The World Trade Organization is the global international organization dealing with the rules of trade between nations.
2.The General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade traces its origins to the 1944 Bretton Woods Conference.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

72.Consider the following statements regarding Project SU.RE
1.Project SU.RE is Indian apparel industry’s largest commitment to move towards sustainable fashion.
2.It was launched by the Union Textile Minister, along with Clothing Manufacturers Association of India , UN-India, and IMG Reliance
Choose the statements which are not correct
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

73.Consider the following statements regarding Annual Survey of Industries:
1.The Annual Survey of Industries is the principal source of industrial statistics in India.
2.The ASI has a wider sample base compared to Index of Industrial production.
3.The ASI extends to the entire country.
Choose the correct answer using the codes given below
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)All are correct

74.Which of the following is/are functions of International Maritime Organisation?
1.Adopt a regulatory framework to ensure safety and security of shipping worldwide.
2.Establish the outer limit of continental shelf for coastal countries.
3.Administer the resources of ocean floor and subsoil extending beyond the limit of national jurisdictions.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

75.Which of the following accurately describes the term Currency Manipulation in international trade?
(a)A private firm trying to insider trading to control the exchange rate
(b)When governments try to artificially tweak the exchange rate to gain an unfair advantage in trade
(c)When a country try to inject fake currency into enemy countries.
(d)When a country tries to illegally export goods and services to other countries

76.Consider the following statements regarding the MEGHADOOT app launched recently
1.It will provide location, crop and livestock-specific weather-based agro advisories to farmers in local languages.
2.The app would provide information in the form of images, maps and pictures.
3.It has been launched by the Ministry of Science and Technology
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below:
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2, and 3

77.With reference to the Western Ghats Draft Notification, consider the following statements:
1.It proposes a complete ban on mining, quarrying and sand mining in ecologically sensitive areas.
2.State governments have the responsibility for monitoring and enforcement of provisions of this notification.
3.State of Karnataka has the highest absolute area of ecologically sensitive zone.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

78.Which of the following countries is/are not a member of G-20 ?
1.Pakistan
2.South Africa
3.Russia
4.Srilanka
5.Turkey
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
(a)1,2,4 and 5 only
(b)1 and 4 only
(c)2 and 5 only
(d)2, 4 and 5 only

79.Consider the following statements:
1.Matters relating to the levy and collection of GST are looked after by the Central Board of Direct Taxes.
2.Some of the goods or services under the GST of same products attract multiple tax rates.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

80.Which among the following is/are the services offered by India Post Savings Banks?
1.Savings Bank accounts
2.Recurring deposit (RD)
3.Time deposit (TD)
4.Micro Finance
5.Public Provident Fund
Select the answer using the codes given below
(a)1,2 and 4 only
(b)1,2,4 and 5 only
(c)1,2,3 and 5 only
(d)All the above

81.Consider the following statements:
1.Nuclear Energy Agency is an organ within The International Atomic Energy Agency.
2.India is not a member in the International Energy Agency since it has not signed Nuclear Non Proliferation Treaty.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

82.Consider the following statements regarding SAMARTH scheme:
1.One of the major objectives is to promote skilling and skill upgradation in the traditional sectors of handlooms, handicrafts, sericulture and jute
2.It is implemented by the Ministry of Textiles in association with State government and other stakeholders
Choose the correct statements using the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

83.Swiss formula is related to:
(a)Scale of assessment of a country’s capacity to pay UN.
(b)EU’s source of income from each member countries with reference to their national GDP rate.
(c)Formula based on which funding is made by the UN to the war victims among the member countries.
(d)A mathematical Formula designed to cut and harmonized tariff rates in international trade by WTO

84.Angikaar campaign is being implemented by which Union Ministry?
(a)Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
(b)Ministry of Tribal Affairs
(c)Ministry of Petroleum
(d)Ministry of Housing and Urban affairs

85.Almaty and Astana declaration, recently in the news is related to:
(a)Improvement in global primary health care.
(b)Inclusion of disabled people in public sphere
(c)Improvement in road safety standards
(d) Adoption of rules regarding rights of refugees.

86.Consider the following statements about Child well-being index
1.It is released by Ministry of Women and Child Development to track state’s progress in enhancing children’s well-being in a comprehensive manner.
2.Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Himachal Pradesh and Puducherry are the top performers of this year’s index ranking.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

Military Exercise	Nation
1. Al Nagah	UAE
2. Surya Kiran	Nepal
3. Nomadic Elephant	Srilanka
4. Yudh Abhyas	USA

Which among the following is not correctly matched?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only

(d)3 and 4 only

88.With reference to the International Coalition of Inclusive and Sustainable Cities, consider the following statements:
1. It is launched by UNESCO to establish a network of cities which take measures to fight against social problems.
2.Regional coalitions and a lead city are created under the coalition to fight against the social problems.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

89.Consider the following statements:
1.UN Capital Development Fund was established with the purpose to assist developing countries.
2.The executive board of the fund falls under the authority of the Economic and Social Council.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

90.Consider the following statements regarding BRICS:
1.The Chairmanship of the forum is rotated annually among the members.
2.
The latest summit of BRICS was held in Johannesburg in South Africa.
3.The BRICS leaders summit is held biennially.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

91.Special Data Dissemination Standards is an initiative of:
(a)International Monetary Fund
(b)World Bank
(c)World Economic Forum
(d)United Nations Development Programme

92.With reference to the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor(ITER), consider the following statements:
1.It is a scientific project which aims to use nuclear fusion technology to produce energy.
2.India is the only Asian nation which is a party to the ITER Agreement.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

93.Consider the statements regarding India Enterprise Architecture(IndEA):

1.IndEA is a framework for developing a holistic architecture treating the Government as a single enterprise which are functionally interrelated.
2.With IndEA, there will be one personalised account for each individual and he or she can avail all government services from that account
Which of the above statements is/are not true?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

 

94.Consider the following statements:
1.The post of UN Secretary General is reserved for each continent in the world on a rotation basis.
2.The President of the World Bank Group is conventionally nominated by the largest shareholder of the group.
Select the correct code given below:
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

95.Which of the following country has been declared by UN to have the most number of living indigenous languages in the world?
(a)India
(b)Indonesia
(c)Papua New Guinea
(d)Australia

96.Global Climate Report is published by:
(a)UN Environment programme
(b)National Climatic Data Centre
(c)World Meteorological Organization
(d)Global Footprint Network

97. Consider the following pairs:

Dams/ Barrage	River
1. Almatty	Krishna
2. Kadra	Kalinadi
3. Babhali	Godavari

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3

98. Consider the following statements:
1.All of the underwater cultural heritages around the world are protected under the 1972 World Heritage Convention.
2.The UNCLOS convention focuses on the heritage protection in the high seas.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

99.Consider the following statements:
1.India has never hosted an annual G-20 Summit till now.
2.Despite not being a member, India has hosted G-7 Summit once.
3.G-4 summits has never been hosted by India till now.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 and 3 only
(b)3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)1 only

100.With reference to the UN Convention Against Torture, consider the following statements:
1.Parties to the Convention are mandated to submit the measures undertaken under this Convention.
2.India is yet to ratify the treaty. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2

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