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UPSC Prelims Mock Test 16 – GS Paper 1
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1.“It is a technology demonstration to test powered, controlled flight on another world for the first time.” Identify the equipment related to this experiment:
(a) Tianwen-1
(b) Beagle 2
(c) Insight
(d) Ingenuity
2. Which of the following are threats faced by the fishing cat?
1. Increase in human settlement
2. Pollution
3. Alpine forest destruction
4. Unsustainable fishing practices
5. Poaching
Select the correct answer using the code given below
(a) 1,2 and 4 only
(b) 1,2,4 and 5 only
(c) 2,3 and 4 only (d) 1,2,3,4 and 5
3. With reference to the Slave dynasty consider the following statements:
1. Qutbuddin Aibak founded the Slave dynasty and made Lahore his capital
2. The hereditary succession to Delhi Sultanate was initiated by Qutbuddin Aibak.
3. Muslim writers called Qutbuddin Aibak, Lakh Baksh or giver of lakhs because he gave liberal donations to them
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
4.Which one of the following books of Ancient India has the record of a conversation between an Indo-Greek King and a Buddhist monk?
(a) Mahavibhasa
(b) Nitisara
(c) Milinda Panho
(d) Mrichchhakatika
5. With reference to the reign of Jahangir, which of the following statements are not correct?
1. White marble became the chief building material, replacing red sandstone during this period
2. The tomb of Itmad-uddaulah was the first Mughal work made completely of white marble
3. Shalimar Bagh in Lahore was constructed by Jahangir.
4. The tomb of Jahangir is located at Sikandra.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 3 only
(c) 3 and 4
(d) 2, 3 and 4
6.With reference to the history of medieval India, the word takkavi refers to
(a) Agricultural Loan
(b) Land revenue
(c) Police outlet
(d) Token currency
7. Consider the following regarding paleolithic paintings
1. Paleolithic paintings were predominantly petroglyphs.
2. The themes were generally concerned about their lifestyles and activities.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 or 2
8.With reference to the Indo-Greek and Kushana rule in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1.The Indo-Greeks were the first rulers in India to issue coins which can be definitely attributed to the Kings.
2.Kushanas issued gold coins widely in large numbers in India.
3.The Indo-Greeks introduced the features of the Hellenistic Art in India.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
9. With reference to Delhi Sultanate consider the following statements:
1. Iqta land was allotted to administrators as payment for their services.
2. Land under the direct control of the Sultan was known as khalisa land.
3. Land assigned or granted to religious leaders or religious institutions was known as inam land
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
10.Match the following:
| Author | Work |
| 1. Tenali Ramakrishna | A. Uttaraharivamsam |
| 2. Nachana Somanatha | B. Rajashekharacha ritra |
| 3. Madayyaga ri Mallana | C.Panduranga Mahatmayam |
| 4. Bhattumurti | D. Narasabhupaliya m |
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
(a) 1-C, 2-D, 3-A, 4-B
(b) 1-C, 2-A, 3-B, 4-D
(c) 1-D, 2-A, 3-C, 4-B
(d) 1-C, 2-A, 3-D, 4-B
11.With reference to Hydrogen, consider the following statements:
1.Blue hydrogen is hydrogen produced when natural gas is split into hydrogen and CO2 but the CO2 is captured and then stored.
2.Green hydrogen is hydrogen produced by splitting water by electrolysis.
3.Grey hydrogen is hydrogen produced when Ethane is split into hydrogen and CO2 but the CO2 is released into the atmosphere.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3
12.With reference to Indian history, which among the following is a term used to refer to Greeks?
(a)Yavana
(b)Dramma
(c)Surkhi
(d)Strategos
13.Consider the following statements regarding Indus valley civilisation
1.The Indus valley civilization was a classless society.
2.People of Indus valley civilization were not aware of Cotton.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 or 2
14. Prem Vatika,the poem on life of Krishna was composed by
(a) Bihari
(b) Surdas
(c) Rakshan
(d) Kabirr
15. Arrange the following in a chronological order:
1.Battle of Bilgram
2.Battle of Chausa
3.Battle of Khanwa
4.Battle of Khatoli
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
(a) 1-3-2-4
(b) 2-1-4-3
(c) 4-3-2-1
(d) 4-2-3-1
16. With reference to the Saka rule, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The first ever long inscription in chaste Sanskrit was issued during this period.
2. Saka King Rudradaman is credited with the building of Sudarshana lake in the Kathiawar region for irrigation purposes.
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
17. Consider the following regarding the role of women in the Bhakti movement?
1. In all cases the women saints rejected traditional women’s role and societal norm by leaving husband and homes altogether.
2. All the women who participated in the Bhakti movement were Upper caste.
Choose the correct answers from the codes given below
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 or 2
18. Among the following, which one is the incorrect statement with regard to Amir Khusrau ?
(a) He introduced many new ragas such as ghora and sanam.
(b) He evolved a new style of light music known as qwalis
(c) He wrote the book Tabaqat-i-Nasari
(d) He created a new style of Persian poetry called Sabaq- i-Hind
19.Consider the following statements regarding Digambaras:
1.Digambara stresses the practice of nudity as an absolute prerequisite to the mendicant’s path and to attain salvation.
2.Digambaras acknowledge the possibility of woman attaining Jina-hood and maintain that women are capable in present lifetime of the same spiritual accomplishment as men
3.Digambara believes that Mahavira married princess yashoda at a fairly young age and had a daughter named Priyadarshana
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3
20.Which of the following statements about the Rashtrakuta period are correct?
1.The terms Kalanju and Akkam during the Rashtrakuta period are associated with grains
2.Samangad inscription is associated with Amoghavarsha
3.Jinasena who lived during this period wrote Adipurana about the life stories of Buddha.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3 only
21.Consider the following statement regarding Balban
1.He expanded his kingdom without paying any attention to law and order.
2.He shared power with nobles, called the corps of forty.
3. He introduced the Persian festival of Nauroz
4.He established a separate military department – diwan-i-arz – and reorganized the army.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)1 and 4 only
(c)2 and 4 only
(d)3 and 4 only
22.In ancient Indian Buddhist monasteries a ceremony called Pavarana used to be held: it was the:
(a) Occasion to elect the sanghparinayakaand two speakers-one on Dhamma and the other on vinaya
(b) Confession by the monk of their offence committed during their stay in the monasteries during the rainy season
(c) Ceremony of initiation of new person into Buddhist Sangha in which the head is shaved and yellow robes are offered
(d) Gathering of Buddhist monks on the next day to the full moon day of Ashadha when they take up a fixed abode for the next four month of the rainy season.
23.Who among the following was known as spiritual guide of sivaji.
(a)Ramdas
(b)Tukaram
(c)Saint eknath
(d)Vallabhacharya
24. Which of the following can be attributed to the Sunga period in Ancient Indian History?
1.Introduction of the Satrap system
2.Compilation of the Hindu law book Manusmriti
3.Construction of the Medhi and Pradakshina Patha of Sanchi Stupa
4.Completion of the play Malavikagnimitram by Kalidasa
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a)1, 2 and 3
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1, 3 and 4
(d)3 and 4 only
25.Consider the following statements:
1.Under Vijayanagara empire, a unique form of script called Grantha script developed
2.The royal custom of using descriptive honorific titles called Birudas was common in Pallava period
3.In the Battle of Narmada, Harsha defeated Devagupta of Malwa
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below?
(a)1 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)2 only
(d)1, 2 and 3
26.Which among the following are common to both Buddhism and Jainism
1.Starving to death as a religious practice.
2.Indifference to the authority of vedas
3.Denial of efficacy of rituals
4.Non injury to animal life
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below
(a) 1,2,3 and 4
(b)2,3 and 4 only
(c) 1,3 and 4 only
(d)1 and 2 only
27.With reference to reforms of Alauddin Khalji consider the following statements:
1. He introduced the system of branding of horses and prepared huliya, a descriptive list of soldiers.
2. He established four separate markets in Delhi, one for grain; another for cloth, sugar, dried fruits, butter and oil; a third for horses, slaves and cattle; and a fourth for miscellaneous acommodities
3.He appointed secret agents called munhiyans, who sent reports to the Sultan regarding the functioning of markets.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3
28.With reference to the Satavahanas, which one of the following statements is not correct?
(a)They were the first rulers to make land grants to the Brahmanas.
(b)They were the first dynasty to follow matriarchy in India.
(c)They retained some of the administrative units and officials found in Mauryan times.
(d)Many rock cut chaityas and viharas were built during their reign in the Deccan region.
29.Consider the following statement regarding Bhakti movement
1.Bhakti movement provided for the impetus for development of regional languages
2.Bhakti movement placed women to a position of greater importance
3.Bhakti movement helped foster the unity among Hindus and Muslim.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below.
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3
30.Regarding Mughal nobility, the term tainat-i-rakab refers to
(a)Court rituals to be followed by nobles in the presence of the emperor.
(b)Rules for hereditary succession among the nobles.
(c)Nobles stationed at the court
(d)Title granted to nobles who had excelled in war
31.Consider the following regarding Indus valley civilisation
1.Harrappens hardly explored riverine and marine resources.
2.The Harappans domesticated horses on a large scale.
3.There was a trading relation between Harappa and Mesopotamia.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below.
(a)2 and 3 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)3 only
(d)1,2 and 3
32. With reference to Kulawan (near Taxila) Copper-plate inscription, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1.The inscription translates to installation of Buddha’s relics by a lay worshipper.
2.The script used is Brahmi written from right to left.
3.The language used is predominantly Sanskrit.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)1, 2 and 3
33.With reference to Qutub Minar, consider the following statements:
1.More than two rulers were involved in the construction of Qutub Minar and structures near to it.
2.Qutub Minar was dedicated to the Sufi saint Qutbuddin Bakthiyar Kaki.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2
34.The Dharma and rita depicts a central idea of ancient vedic civilisation in India,In this context consider the following statement:
1.Dharma was a conception of obligation and of the discharge of one’s duties to oneself and to others.
2.Rita was the fundamental moral law governing the functioning of the universe and all it contained.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 or 2
35.With reference to the foreign travelers who have visited Vijayanagara empire, which of the following statements are correct?
1.Abu Abdullah who wrote Rihla visited the kingdom during the reign of Harihara I
2.Athanasius Nikitin from Russia visited the empire during the reign of Virupaksha Raya II
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2
36.With reference to social developments in India during the Gupta period, which one of the following statements is not correct?
(a)The brahmanas accumulated wealth on account of numerous land grants.
(b)The castes proliferated into numerous castes due to assimilation of foreigners and absorption of tribes.
(c)The position of shudras improved as they were permitted to listen to the epics and the Puranas.
(d)The number of untouchables decreased in the society.
37. Consider the following statements regarding the Mesolithic age.
1.One of the significant aspects of the Mesolithic age was the reduction in size of well established tool types.
2.There is no evidence of pottery in Mesolithic sites.
3.Bogor provided the earliest evidence of domestication of animals.
Choose the correct answer from the cdes given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3
38. Which among the following archeological sites have paleolithic,Mesolithic and Neolithic remains in sequence?
(a)Belan valley
(b)Bhimbetka
(c)Nevasa
(d)Pushkar
39. Who among the following rulers suffered a defeat at the hands of the Rashtrakutas in the famous battle of Takkolam?
(a)Vijayalaya
(b)Parantaka I
(c)Rajaraja I
(d)Rajendra I
40. With regards to Mughal administration, identify the incorrect statement?
(a)The state had four main departments and the four main officers were diwan Mir bakhshi Mir saman and sadr
(b)Each cultivator got a title for land holding called qubuliyat and a deed of agreement called patta by which he pays state revenue
(c)Waqai Navis and Waqai Nigars supplied direct reports to the King and Sawanih Nigars were the confidential report providers
(d)Mir Bakshi handled the military pay and accounts and related duties
41.The famous physician Jivaka was in the court of?
(a)Bimbisara
(b)Asoka
(c)Chandragupta Maurya
(d)Harsha
42.Which of the following were the titles conferred upon Rajaraja I ?
1.Mudikondan
2.Jayankonda
3.Gangaikondan
4.Mummidi Chola
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43.Consider the following Statement.
1.River Ganga and Yamuna is the most mentioned river in Rig veda.`not
2.In the early vedic period women were not allowed to go for educational discourse.
3.In the early vedic period both male and female were allowed to choose their spouse.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below
(a)3 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)1,2 and 3 only
44.Consider the following statements:
1.Most of the specimens of Buddhist art in Ajanta Paintings belong to the Gupta period.
2.Gupta kings were the patrons of Ajanta Paintings.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2
45.Consider the following statements and choose the incorrect statements:
1.Aihole, a small village on the banks of the Malaprabha river, was the cradle of ancient Hindu temple architecture
2.Badami was the original capital of the Chalukya empire founded
4.In 1985, the UNESCO included Pattadakal in its list of World Heritage sites
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)1, 2 and 3 only
(c)2, 3 and 4 only
(d)1 and 3 only
46.Consider the following statements regarding Ajivika sect.
1.Ajivika sect was founded by Makkhali Gosala.
2.They believed in karma.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2 only
(d)Neither 1 or 2
47.Dctrine of syadvada in jainism depicts.
(a)Doctrine of manifold nature of reality.
(b)The theory of conditioned prediction
(c)Theory of partial standpoints,
(d)Doctrine of non violence
48.With reference to the period of the Satavahana dynasty in ancient India, the terms kataka and skandhavaras, found in their inscriptions, were
(a)officials who handled affairs of district administration
(b)titles given to nobles for their exceptional military service
(c)places of exquisite stone art and architecture
(d)military camps and settlements served as administrative centres.
49.The concept of eight old path form the theme of:
(a)Dipavamsa
(b)Divyavadana
(c)Mahaparinibbana sutta
(d)Dharmachakra pravartanna sutta
50.With respect to Vijayanagara empire, select the correct statements?
1.Vijayanagar kingdom was established by two brothers
Harihara and Bukka in 1336 who served in the army of Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq
2.Harihara and Bukka were helped and inspired by contemporary scholar and a saint Vidyaranya for the establishment of their kingdom
3.Rayavachakam by Vishvanatha Sthanapati is a major literary source of this empire
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)All of the above
51.With respect to the Provincial Administration of Imperial Cholas, consider the following pairs:
| Province | Administrator/ Body of
administration |
| 1. Mandalam s | Royal princes |
| 2. Valanadu | Periyanattar |
| 3. Nadu | Nattar |
| 4. Nagaram | Nagarattar |
Which of the pairs given is/ are correctly matched?
(a)1,2 and 3 only
(b)1,3 and 4 only
(c)2,3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4
52.Consider the following statements:
1.Rashtrakuta rulers were tolerant in their religious views and patronised Vaishnavism, Saivism as well as Jainism.
2.The Pala rulers were great patrons of Buddhist learning and religion.
3.The Pratihara rulers were stauch Saivites.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(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 regarding vajrayana Buddhism
1.The two truth doctrine is associated with vajrayan Buddhism.
2.Vajrayan text uses highly symbolic language ‘Samdhya Bhasha.’
3.It’s literal meaning is vehicle of Thunderbolt.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below
(a)1 and 3 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)1,2 and 3.
54.Consider the following statements :
1.The Dravidian style of art and architecture reached its perfection under the Imperial Cholas.
2.The chief feature of the Chola temple is the mahamandapa.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2
55.Consider the following statements:
1.Gingee which is controlled by the Nayakas was the third most important city of Vijayanagara empire after Hampi and Madurai was located in Karnataka.
2.Gingee fort was deemed impregnable by European travelers who called it Troy of the East
3.Veerabhadra temple of Gingee is famed for the engineering wonder of the mysterious Hanging pillar
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3
56.With reference to Maratha administration under Shivaji, which one of the following statements is not correct?
(a)The administration of justice was rudimentary in nature as there were no regular courts and regular procedures.
(b)The practice of granting jagirs was abandoned and all officers were paid in cash.
(c)Chauth and Sardeshmukhi were taxes collected within the territory of Marathas to augment state revenues.
(d)The lands were carefully surveyed and assessed and the government advanced money and grain to the cultivators in times of famine.
57.Consider the following statements:
1.While Gandhara art was a blend of Indian and Graeco-Roman elements, Mathura school of art developed on indigenous lines.
2.Moulding the human body in a realistic manner with minute attention to physical features like muscles, moustache and curly hair, is a feature of Gandhara School.
3.The Buddha images exhibit the spiritual feeling in his face in Gandhara School as well as Mathura school.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3
58.Who among the following is the author of Buddhacharita?
(a)Asvaghosha
(b)Nagarjuna
(c)Dinnanga
(d)Buddhagosa.
59.Which one of the following edict mention the personal name of Asoka
(a)Kalsi
(b)Kalinga
(c)Rummindei
(d)Maski
60.Arrange the in their chronological order of reign:
1.Pulakesin II
2.Rajasimha
3.Amoghavarsha
4.Ganapati Deva
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below
(a) 3-2-1-4
(b) 1-4-3-2
(c) 1-2-3-4
(d) 4-1-2-3
61.Which among the following can be attributed to Asokan legacy
1.Political unification of the country
2.Spread of tolerance and respect
3.Promotion of cultural contacts
4.Policy of peace and non aggression
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below.
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and3 only
(c)1,2 and4 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4
62.Consider the following statements
1.Brhmagiri rock edict of ASoka described Varna system.
2.As far as the judicial administration is concerned the king was the supreme authority.
3.During the Mauryan period slavery did not exist.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below.
(a)1 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)2 only
(d)1 and 3 only
63.“A Buddhist Council was held at a monastery near Srinagar in Kashmir under the presidency of Vasumitra to discuss matters relating to Buddhist theology and doctrine. About 500 monks attended the Council. The Council prepared an authoritative commentary on the Tripitakas and the Mahayana doctrine was given final shape.” Above mentioned Buddhist Council was convened by
(a)Ajatasatru
(b)Ashoka
(c)Kanishka
(d)Kalasoka
64.With reference to the powerful empires that arose in India between AD 8thC and AD 10th Century, consider the following pairs:
Empire
Region Dominated
1.Pala :
Eastern
India
2.Rashtrakuta : Upper Gangetic
Valley
3.Pratihara :
The Deccan Which of the pairs given is/ are correctly matched?
(a)1,2 and 3
(b)1 only
(c)2 only
(d)None of the above
65.With reference to the Pallavas, consider the following statements and identify the correct statements:
1.Narasimhavarman I, also called Mamallan was the son and successor of Mahendravarman
2.He defeated and killed Pulakesin II and took control of Vatapi, the Chalukya capital and assumed the title ‘Vatapikondan’
3.He wrote “Mattavilasa Prahasanam” in the honour of his father Mahendravarman
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below?
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 only
(d)All of the above
66.With reference to the history of ancient India, Ettutogai, Pattuppattu and Pathinenkilkanakku are,
(a)Tamil poets
(b)Sangam literature
(c)Temple layouts
(d)Tribal art
67.Which one of the following ancient Indian records is the earliest royal order to preserve food grains to be utilized during the crisis of the country.
(a)Sohguara copper plate inscription
(b)Rummindei Pillar edict of Asoka
(c)Prayag prasasti
(d)Mehlur pillar inscription of Chandra
68.Which of the following reasons can be attributed to the shift of power from Patliputra to Kannauj by the seventh century AD?
1.Decline of trade and commerce and scarcity of money
2.Strategic position of Kannauj on an elevated area in the middle of a doab
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
69.With reference to Sangam Age consider the following statements:
1.There existed three Sangams in ancient Tamil Nadu popularly called Muchchangam.
2.These Sangams flourished under the royal patronage of the Cholas.
3.The first Sangam, held at then Madurai, was attended by legendary sages but all the literary works had perished except Tolkappiyam.
4.The second Sangam was held at Kapadapuram but no literary work of this Sangam was available
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
(a)1,2 and 3 only
(b)1 and 4 only
(c)2,3 and 4 only
(d)2 and 4 only
70.English traveller Ralph Fitch who visited India in 1585 in the life-time of Akbar, writes this about a town: “The city is very great and populous, built with stone, having fair and large streets with a fair river running by it. It is much greater than London, and very populous.” Identify the city?
(a)Agra
(b)Delhi
(c)Lahore
(d)Daulatabad
71South Par / North Dome field recently in news is located in
(a)South China Se
(b)East China Sea
(c)Persian Gulf
(d)Bering sea
72. With reference to the reign of Harshavardhana, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1.The administration became more feudal and decentralised.
2.There were severe punishments for crimes like robbery.
3.The shudras practiced agriculture and untouchability was not practiced.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)1 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 2 only
(d)1, 2 and 3
73With reference to South Asian Association For Regional Cooperation (SAARC), consider the following statements
1.SAARC comprises of nine Member States: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka.
2.Even with the presence of five of the world’s 20 megacities, it is the least urbanized region in the world with an urban population of just about 27%.
3.Decisions at all levels are to be taken on the basis of unanimity; and bilateral and contentious issues are excluded from the deliberations of the Association.
4.It is also one of the poorest regions of the world, ranking just second to the Sub Saharan region in Africa.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)1 and 4 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 ,3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2, 3 and 4
74.Consider the following statements regarding the Pardoning power mentioned in the Indian constitution
1.The Governor of a State shall have the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remissions of punishment or to suspend, remit or commute the sentence of any person convicted of any offence against any law relating to a matter to which the executive power of the State extends.
2.The President shall have the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remissions of punishment or to suspend, remit or commute the sentence of any person convicted of any offence in all cases where the punishment or sentence is for an offence against any law relating to a matter to which the executive power of the Union extends.
3.The Governor shall have the power to reprieves, respites or remissions of punishment or to suspend, remit or commute the sentence of any person convicted of any offence in all cases where the sentence is a sentence of death.
4.The President shall have the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites or remissions of punishment or to suspend, remit or commute the sentence of any person convicted of any offence in all cases where the punishment or sentence is by a Court Martial.
Which of the statement given above are correct
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b)1 and 4 only
(c) 1,2 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4
75. It “was a bureau of records and translation established by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in Fatehpur Sikri around 1574. Emperor Akbar commissioned his most talented scribes and secretaries to translate the major texts of India from Sanskrit into Persian and to illustrate the manuscripts in the royal workshops. Of these texts included the Mahabharata into the Razmnāma,the Ramayana, and the Rajatarangini. Various Arabic encyclopedias and histories were also translated, as well as the entirety of the Baburnama, the memoirs of Akbar’s grandfather and founder of the Mughal dynasty, Babur. With this bureau, Akbar aspired to “form a basis for a united search for truth” and “enable the people to understand the true spirit of their religion.” Identify the name of this building?
(a)Tasvir Khana
(b)Maktab Khana
(c)Ibadat Khana
(d)Naqqar Khana
76. The Blue Economy is sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihood and jobs, and ocean ecosystem health. Which of the following activities are encompassed in Blue Economy
1.Renewable Energy
2.Fisheries
3.Maritime Transport
4.Tourism
5.Climate Change
6.Waste Management Choose the correct options
(a)1,2,3 and 6 only
(b)1,3,4 and 5 only
(c)2,3,5 and 6 only (d) 1,2,3,4,5 and 6
77. With reference to Election Registration Officer Network (ERO NET) consider the following statements
1. It is a centralized software for Electoral Roll Management and Form Processing.
2. It provides the right amount of electoral information to the right set of people at the right time, for effective management and timely Voter Services
3.Its application is available across India except for Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir
4. Citizens can fill up various online forms on the National Voters’ Service Portal or by using voter helpline mobile application, which are processed in ERONET.
Which of the following statements given above are correct
(a)1, 2 and 3 only
(b)1,2 and 4 only
(c)3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2 ,3 and 4
78.Consider the following statements about the Sangam Age :
1.Hereditary monarchy was the form of government during the Sangam period.
2.Agriculture tax was the chief source of state’s income
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
79 Consider the following pairs
1. Regular bail – is like a temporary bail which may be granted till the time application for anticipatory bail is pending before the court.
2. Interim bail-is applied for by a person after his/her arrest since the person has already been arrested and in police custody.
3. Anticipatory bail-is granted after the registration of FIR but before a person is arrested by police.
Which of the pairs given above is / are correctly matched
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 2
(c)3 only
(d)2 and 3
80.With reference to Aurangazeb, consider the following statements & identify the correct statement
1.He was known as “Zinda Pir” due to his simple living and high thinking
2.He banished singing from his court but not playing musical instruments
3.Largest number of books on classical music were translated into Persian during his reign
4.He was a good player of veena among Mughal emperors
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below?
(a)1, 2 and 3 only
(b)1, 2 and 4 only
(c)1, 3 and 4
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
81. Consider the following pairs:
| Land | Feature |
| 1. Kurinji | Hilly tracks |
| 2. Mullai | Pastoral |
| 3. Marudam | Desert |
| 4. Neydal | Coast |
| 5. Palai | Agricultural |
Which of the pairs given is/ are correctly matched?
(a)1,2 and 3 only
(b)1,2 and 4 only
(c) 1,2,3 and 4 (d) 1,2,3,4 and 5
82.Consider the following statements
professionals and citizens of India
2.MCA21 V3 Project is a technology-driven
forward-looking project, envisioned to strengthen enforcement, promote Ease of Doing Business, enhance user experience, facilitate seamless integration and data exchange among Regulators
3.MCA21 V3 will have a cognitive chat bot enabled helpdesk, mobile apps, interactive user dashboards, enhanced user experience using UI/UX
1.An Asset Reconstruction Company (ARC) or bad bank is a special type of financial institution (FI) that buys the debts of the bank at a mutually agreed value and attempts to recover the debts or associated securities by itself
2.ARCs are incorporated as company under the RBI Act 1949
3.The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016, allows ARCs to acquire equity through conversion of debt into equity.
Which of the pairs given above is / are correctly matched
(a)1 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 only
(d)2 and 3 only
83 Consider the following statements
1.MCA21 is an e-Governance initiative of Ministry of Corporate
technologies, and seamless data dissemination through APIs.
Which of the statements given above is
/ are incorrect
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)Nove of the above
84.Consider the following pairs:
| 1. Monism | Madhava |
| 2. Visishtadv aita | Ramanuja |
| 3. Dualism | Sankara |
Which of the pairs given is/ are correctly matched?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)3 only
(d)1,2 and 3
85.Stanley Lane Poole, the English
Affairs (MCA), Government of
historian writes:”
_______ the Emperor
India that enables an easy and secure access of the MCA services to the corporate entities,
tumbled through life, and he tumbled out of it.” This statement refers to:
(a)Aurangzeb
(b)Humayun
(c)Babur
(d)Shahjehan
86.Consider the following statements regarding Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
1.A management concept whereby companies integrate social and environmental concerns in their business operations and interactions with their stakeholder
2.The National Corporate Social Responsibility Data Portal is an initiative by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India to establish a platform to disseminate Corporate Social Responsibility related data and information filed by the companies registered with it.
3.CSR initiative will push the nation onwards achievement of sustainable development goals and public-private partnership in transforming India
4.With the introduction of Section 135 in the Companies Act 2013, India became the second country after the European Union to have statutorily mandated CSR for specified companies.
Which of the statements given above is
/are correct
(a)1 and 4 only
(b)1,2 and 3 only
(c)2,3 and 4 only
(d) 1,2,3 and 4
87.Identify the school of philosophy from the below mentioned statements:
1.This school focuses on the analysis of the texts of Samhita and Brahmana that are portions of the Vedas
2.
They argue that Vedas contain the eternal truth and they are the repositories of all knowledge.
3.According to this school, if one has to attain religious merit, acquire heaven and salvation, they would have to fulfil all the duties which are prescribed by the Vedas.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
(a)Vedanta
(b)Nyaya
(c)Vaisheshika
(d)Mimamsa
88.Which among the following was factors for Magadha becoming the most powerful Mahajanapada.
1.Magadha was strategically located.
2.Magadha was affluent with large number of river channel which in turn facilitated trade and commerce.
3.Magadha was heavily forested which in turn provided good quality timber.
Choose the correct answer from the codes given below.
(a)1 and 2 only
(b)2 and 3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1,2 and 3 only
89.With reference to Open Sky Treaty consider the following statements
1.The Treaty on Open Skies authorizes the militaries of States Parties to conduct unarmed reconnaissance flights
over other State Parties’ territories.
2.The Treaty is designed to enhance mutual understanding and confidence.
3.India is a member State of the Open Sky Treaty.
4.To conduct an observation flight, an observing State Party must provide at least 72-hour notice to the State Party it wishes to observe
Which of the statements given above is
/are correct
(a)1, 2 and 3 only
(b)2 and 4 only
(c)1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
90.Who among the following was not a painter at Akbar’s Court?
(a)Daswant
(b)Abdus Samad
(c)Kalyan Das
(d)Basawan
91.Which of the following are the benefits of using fuel cells for energy production?
1.Higher efficiency
2.Lower emissions
3.Lower pollution
4.Lower operational costs
5.Greater reliability
Select the correct answer using the code given below
(a)1,2 and 3 only
(b)2,3 and 4 only
(c)1,2,3 and 4 only (d) 1,2,3,4 and 5
92.Consider the following statements about the Gaganyaan Programme:
1.The Gaganyaan Programme envisages undertaking the demonstration of human spaceflight to Geosynchronous orbit in the short-term.
2.There are only manned missions as part of this programme.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2
93.According to patanjali If you want to practice self-control through Yoga, which among the following means you will choose?
(a)Yama
(b)Niyama
(c)Pratyahara
(d)Dharna
94.The term DMH 11 is talked about in the context o
(a)Agriculture
(b)Work Visa
(c)Ballistic missile
(d)Genetic Disorders
95.Borobudur is the site of:
(a)a huge temple of Vishnu and Shiva in Java, built in the 12th Century AD
(b)an enormous Stupa in Java, built in the 8th Century AD
(c)a magnificent palace of a Chola King in Tamil Nadu
(d)a Jain Monastery in Gujarat
96.Puga Village, sometimes mentioned in news is associated with:
(a)Hydrothermal Power Plant
(b)Nuclear Power Plant
(c)Wind Park
(d)Geothermal Power Project
97.Consider the following statements about the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation:
1.It is a large system of ocean currents that carry warm water from the tropics northwards into the North Atlantic.
2.It is mainly driven by differences in temperature and salt content.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2
98.Which among the following activities can be done using a Kisan Credit Card?
1.Seed purchase
2.Warehouse rent
3.Packaging material purchase
4.Repairing of tractor
5.Building a chicken nest
Select the correct answer using the code given below
(a)1, 2 and 5 only
(b)1,2,4 and 5 only
(c)1,3,4 and 5 only (d) 1,2,3,4 and 5
99. Consider the following statements about the Venus flytraps :
1.These plants are Carnivorous.
2.They generate a magnetic field.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a)1 only
(b)2 only
(c)Both 1 and 2
(d)Neither 1 nor 2
100.Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists:
| List-I (Author) | List-II (Work) |
| A. Pampa | 1.Dasakumarach arita |
| B. Dandin. | 2. Vïkramarjuna Vijaya |
| C. Bharavi | 3.Chaurapanchas ika |
| D. Bilhana | 4. Kiratarjuniya |
Choose the correct answer using the code given below:
(a)A B C D 2 1 4 3
(b)A B C D 3 4 1 2
(c)A B C D 2 4 1 3
(d)A B C D 3 1 4 2
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