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Q.1) Consider the following statements in the context of ‘HIV/AIDS’.
1. OraQuick is HIV self-testing approved by WHO, based on HIV antibodies present in oral and blood samples.
2. The theme for 2016 AIDS day was “Hands up for #HIVprevention”.
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

Q.2) Consider the following statements about ‘Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’ (AIIB)
1. AIIB is an international financial institution that aims to support the building of infrastructure in the Asia-Pacific region.
2. India is an influential member of the AIIB as it has the largest voting share and percentage of shares.
3. AIIB’s headquarters is in Beijing.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 only
d) 1,2 and 3

Q.3) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Climate Vulnerable Forum’ (CVF)
1. CVF is an international partnership of countries highly vulnerable to a warming planet.
2. The Forum serves as a South-South cooperation platform for participating governments to act together to deal with global climate change.
3. India is a member of the Climate Vulnerable Forum.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 only
d) 1,2 and 3

Q.4) Consider the following statements about ‘Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan’ (NYKS)
1. NYSK is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, to oversee working of the Nehru Yuva Kendras.
2. Nehru Yuva Kendras were established in 1972 with the objective of providing rural youth avenues to take part in the process of nation building.
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

Q.5) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘fixed-dose combination’ (FDC)
1. FDC includes two or more active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) combined in a single dosage form, which is manufactured and distributed in fixed doses
2. Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients(APIs) is the chemically active substance, which is meant to produce the desired effect in the body.
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

Q.6) Which one of the following is the best description of ‘INS astradharini’ that was in the news recently? (CSP-2016)
A. amphibious warfare ship
B. nuclear -powered submarine
C. torpedo launch and recovery vessel
D. nuclear – powered aircraft carrier

Q.7) What is ‘Greased lightning-10 (Gl-10) recently in the news ? (CSP-2016)
A. electric plane tested by NASA
B. solar powered two seater aircraft designed by japan
C. Space observatory launched by china
D. reusable rocket designed by ISRO

Q.8) With reference to ‘initiative for nutritional security through intensive millets promotions’, which of the following statements is/are correct? (CSP-2016)
1. This initiative aims to demonstrate the improved production and post-harvest technologies, and to demonstrate value addition techniques ,in an integrated manner with cluster approach
2. Poor, small, marginal and tribal farmers have larger stake in this scheme
3. An important objective of the scheme is to encourage farmers of commercial crops to shift to millet cultivation by offering them free kits of critical inputs of nutrients and micro irrigation equipment .
Select the correct answer using the above
A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1,2 and 3

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When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Which of the following cultural heritage comes under UNESCO’s intangible list.
1. Mudiyettu, a ritual theatre of Kerala
2. Buddhist chanting of Ladakh
3. Kalbelia folk dances of Rajasthan
Select the correct answer using the code given below (CSP-2016)
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 only
d) 1,2 and 3

Q.2) The ‘Global Enabling Trade Report 2016’ is published by
a) World Economic Forum (WEF)
b) APEC
c) WTO
d) World bank

Q.3) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries’ (OPEC).
1. OPEC is a permanent, intergovernmental organization of United Nations, created at the Baghdad Conference in 1960.
2. The OPEC Secretariat is located in Saudi Arabia.
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

Q.4) Consider the following statements in the context of ‘Express Wi-fi’.
1. Express Wi-fi scheme launched by Google to bring internet access to underserved locations in India.
2. Project Loon was also launched by Google to provide Internet coverage for people in rural and remote areas, help fill in coverage gaps.
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

Q.5) Consider the following statements about ‘Budapest Water Summit 2016’.
1. It is organised by the Germany Government in cooperation with the World Water Council.
2. The theme of the Water Summit 2016 is “Sustanaible Water Use Connects Globe”.
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

Q.6) What is/are the purpose/purposes of ‘Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR)’announced by RBI
1. These guidelines help improve the transparency in the methodology followed by the banks for determining the interest rates on advances
2. These guidelines helps ensure the availability of bank credit the interest rate which are fare to the borrowers as well as the banks
Select the correct answers using the code given below (CSP-2016)
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q.7) What is/are the unique about the ‘Kharai Camel’ a breed found in India
1. It is capable of swimming up three kilometers in seawater
2. Its survives by grazing on mangroves
3. It lives in the wild and cannot be domesticated
Select the correct answers using the code given below (CSP-2016)
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q.8) Recently, our scientists have discovered a new and distinct spices of banana plant which attains a height of about 11 meters and has orange – colored form of pulp. In which part of India has been discovered? (CSP-2016)
A. Andaman Islands
B. Anaimalai Forests
C. Maikala Hills
D. Tropical rainforest of North east

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When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Waste to energy processes’.

1. Biomethanation process degrades biological or organic compounds to generate biogas and manure.

2. The Nisargruna technology developed by the Mumbai-based Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), used in biomethanation plants.

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

 

Q.2) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘World Indology Conference’.

1. The first World Indology Conference hosted by Rashtrapati Bhavan in collaboration with Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) in 2015.

2. The first ‘Distinguished Indologist’ Award was presented to Prof. Amartya Sen in india.

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

 

Q.3) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘Coral bleaching’.

1. Coral bleaching occurs when abnormal environmental conditions, such as warmer sea temperatures, cause corals to expel tiny photosynthetic algae, draining them of their colour.

2. Algae are vital to the coral, which uses the organic products of photosynthesis to help it grow.

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

 

Q.4) North-Eastern Space Applications Centre (NE-SAC) of the ISRO located in

a) Imphal

b) Itanagar

c) Kolkata

d) Shillong

 

Q.5) The Joint Military Exercise “SAMPRITI-2016” was held between

a) India and Bangladesh

b) India and Nepal

c) U.S and Seychelles

d) India and Maldives

 

Q.6) Who of the following had first deciphered the edicts of Emperor Ashoka (CSP 2016)

A. George Buhler

B. James Prinsep

C. Max Muller

D. William Jones

 

Q.7) With reference to the ‘Gram Nyayalaya Act’ which of the statements is/are correct?

1.As per the act, Gram Nyayalayas can hear only civil cases not criminal cases

2.The Act allows only social activists as mediators/reconcillators

Select the correct answers using the code given below:    (CSP 2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.8) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘The India – Africa summit’.

1. It was held in 2015 was the third such summit.

2. It was actually initiated by Jawaharlal Nehru in 1951.

Which of the statements is/are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

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When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘Nilgai or Blue bull’.

1. Nilgai is the largest Asian antelope and is endemic to the Indian subcontinent.

2. Nilgai is protected under Schedule III of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

3. The nilgai is categorised as ‘Critically endangered’ by the IUCN.

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 only

 

Q.2) With reference to ‘Radio-frequency identification (RFID) Access Control System’, consider the following statements.

1. RFID tagging is an ID system that uses small radio frequency identification devices for identification and tracking purposes.

2. Paradip Port is the first among all Major Ports to have successfully implemented the RFID Access Control System adding yet another distinction to its string of achievements.

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

 

Q.3) Recently, Akodara village was in the news. Which of the following statement correctly describes about it?

a) India’s first digital village

b) India’s first Wind power plant located in village

c) Highest solar power electricity generated by village

d) None of the above

 

Q.4) Consider the following statements about ‘World Organisation for Animal Health’ (OIE).

1. The OIE is the intergovernmental organisation located in New York, responsible for improving animal health worldwide.

2. It is recognised as a reference organisation by the World Trade Organization (WTO).

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

 

Q.5) Consider the following statements with reference to ‘Bitcoins’.

1. Bitcoin is a digital currency that is not supported by any country’s government or central bank.

2. Bitcoin is also known as crypto-currency, it can be traded for services or goods with sellers who accept bitcoins as payment.

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

 

Q.6) ‘Project Loon’ sometimes seen in the news is related to (CSP-2016)

A. Waste management technology

B. Wireless communication technology

C. Solar power production technology

D. Water conservation technology

 

Q.7) ‘Net metering’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of promoting the   (CSP-2016)

A. Production and use of solar energy by the households/consumers

B. Use of piped natural gas in the kitchens of households

C. Installation of CNG kits in motor cars

D. Installation of water meters in urban households

 

Q.8) Banjaras during the medieval period of Indian history were (CSP-2016)

A. Agriculture

B. Warriors

C. Weavers

D. Traders

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When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘United Nations Commission on International Trade Law’ (UNCITRAL).

1. UNCITRAL was founded recently, is the core legal body of the United Nations system in the field of international trade law.

2. India is one of the founding members of United Nations Commission on International Trade Law.

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

 

Q.2) In the context of Traditional and folk art styles, consider the following pairs:

1. Mata ni pachedis : Gujarat

2. Chola bronzes : Tamil Nadu

3. Phad and Pichwai paintings :  Odisha

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

a) 1 and 2

b) 3 only

c) 2 and 3

d) 1 and 3

 

Q.3) Consider the following statements about ‘Family Planning 2020 (FP2020)’

1. FP2020 is a global partnership that supports the rights of women and girls to decide freely, whether, when, and how many children they want to have.

2. FP2020 is an outcome of the 2012 Geneva Summit on Family Planning.

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

 

Q.4) with reference to ‘Atal Akshay Urja Bhawan’, consider the following statements:

1. Atal Akshay Urja Bhawan is a state-of- the art, Net-Zero-Energy Green Building designed on the concept of Solar Active Architecture.

2. The Atal Akshay Urja Bhawan will be the integrated headquarters building for the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

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

 

Q.5) Cuba shares maritime borders with

1. Bahamas

2. Colombia

3. Mexico

4. United States

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

a) 1,3 and 4 only

b) 2,3 only

c) 1, 2, 3 only

d) 3 and 4 only

 

Q.6) ‘Mission Indradhanush’ launched by the government of India pertains to         (CSP-2016)

A. Immunization of children and pregnant women

B. Construction of smart cities across the country

C. India’s own search for the Earth-like planets in outer space

D. New Educational policy

 

Q.7) Which of the following best describes/describe the aim of ‘Green India Mission’ of the Government of India?

1.Incorporating environmental benefits and costs into the Union and State Budgets there by implementing the ‘green accounting’

2.Launching the second green revolution to enhance agricultural output so as to ensure food security to one and all in the future

3.Restoring and enhancing forest cover responding to climate change by a combination of adaptation and mitigation measures

Select the correct answer using the code given below. (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

 

Q.8) With reference to pre-packaged items in India, It is mandatory to the manufacturer to put which of the following information on the main label, as per the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labeling) Regulations, 2011?  (CSP-2016)

1. List of the ingredients including addictives

2. Nutrition information

3. Recommendations, if any, made by the medical profession about the possibility of any allergic reactions

4. Vegetarian/ Non- Vegetarian

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1, 2 and 3

B. 2, 4 and 4

C. 1,2 and 4

D. 1 and 4 only

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Q.1) Consider following statements with respect to ‘flash floods’.

1. A flash flood is a rapid flooding of geomorphic low-lying areas such as rivers, dry lakes and basins.

2. A flash floods are locally known as ‘Kallakadal’ in Andhra Pradesh.

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

 

Q.2) With reference to ‘The Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013’, Consider ‘Selection committee of Appointment of members’ includes

1. Prime Minister

2. Speaker of Lok Sabha

3. Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha

4. Cabinet Minister nominated by PM

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1, 2 and 3 only

b) 2, 3 and 4 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 2 and 4 only

 

Q.3) With reference to ‘Indian Himalayan Climate Adaptation Programme’ (IHCAP). Consider following statements.

1. IHCAP aims at coordinated research into Himalayas glaciers and their potential impact downstream.

2. The programme supports India’s National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem , a mission of the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC).

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

 

Q.4) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Light-absorbing organic carbons’.

1. The light absorption capacity of brown carbon is 50 times more than black carbon.

2. Brown carbon has nearly 15 per cent potential to warm the atmosphere by absorbing light.

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

 

Q.5) Recently, Centre announced a new committee to form a strategy to expedite the process of transforming India into a cashless economy. This committee is headed by

a) Amitabh Kant

b) Bibek Debroy

c) Arvind Subramanian

d) Arvind Panagariya

 

Q.6) The Term ‘Core Banking Solutions’ is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following statements best describes/ describe this term?

1.It is networking of a bank’s branches which enable customers to operate their accounts from any branch of the bank on its network regardless of where they open their accounts.

2.It is an effort to increase RBI’s control over commercial banks through computerization.

3.It is a detailed procedure by which a bank with huge non-performing assets is taken over by another bank.

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

 

Q.7) Consider the following pairs:

Terms sometimes seen in the news – their origin

1. Annex- I Countries- Cartagena Protocol

2. Certified Emissions Reductions- Nagoya Protocol

3. Clean Development Mechanism- Kyoto Protocol

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

 

Q.8)  In the context of the development in Bioinformatics, the term ‘Transcriptome’, sometimes seen in the news , refer to

A. A range of enzymes used in genome editing

B. The full range of mRNA molecules expressed by an organism

C. The description of the mechanism of gene expression

D. A mechanism of genetic mutations taking place in cells

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘Payment Banks’.

1. Payment Banks can issue both credit cards and debit cards.

2. Payment Banks cannot undertake lending activities.

3. Airtel Payments Bank has become the first payments bank to start operations.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

a) 1 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

 

Q.2) ‘Tianlian I-04’, a data satellite was recently launched by

a) China

b) USA

c) India

d) Japan

 

Q.3) Recently, DARIN III aircraft was upgraded from DARIN I Standard Jaguar. It was indigenously developed  by

a) ISRO

b) DRDO

c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)

d) NASA

 

Q.4) Recently, India has launched the implementation of the ‘Sustainable Tourism Criteria for India (STCI)’, consider the following statements in this regard.

1. These guidelines have been evolved under the guidance of the UNEP and UNWTO

2. STCI had been developed for the accommodation, tour operators and beaches, backwaters and lakes sectors of the tourism industry.

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

 

Q.5) With reference to ‘Committee to Protect Journalists’ (CPJ), consider the following statements.

1. CPJ is an independent non-profit, governmental organization, based in Washington, D.C.

2. CPJ promotes press freedom and defends the rights of journalists.

3. The American Journalism Review has called the organization “Journalism’s Red Cross”

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

a) 1 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

 

Q.6) With reference to ‘Stand Up India Scheme’ which of the following statements is/are correct?

1.Its purpose is to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST and women entrepreneurs.

2.It provides for refinance through SIDBI.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.7) The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative?

1.To prove modern technology, training in modern farming methods and financial support to local communities of identified GIAHS so as to greatly enhance their agricultural productivity

2.To identify and safeguard ecofriendly traditional farm practices and their associated landscapes, agricultural biodiversity and knowledge systems of the local communities.

3.To provide Geographical Inclination status to all the varieties of agricultural produce in such identified GIAHS

Select the correct answer using the code given below.   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 and 3 only

B. 2 only

C. 2 and 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

 

Q.8) Which of the following is/are tributary/tributaries of Brahmaputra?

1.Dibang

2.Kameng

3.Lohit

Select the correct answer using the code given below.  (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

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1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

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3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

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Dear students,

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about ‘National Centre for Antarctic and Ocean Research (NCAOR)’

1. NCAOR is an autonomous Indian research and development institution, situated in Goa, and working under Ministry of Earth Sciences.

2. NCAOR is responsible for administering the Indian Antarctic Program and maintains the India’s Antarctic research station, Maitri.

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

 

Q.2) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Green bonds’ :

1. Green bond is an environment bond that channels debt capital for projects with environmental benefits.

2. Green bonds are issued by multilateral agencies such as the World Bank, corporations, government agencies and municipalities.

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

 

Q.3) SEBI had constituted a standing committee ‘Alternative Investment Policy Advisory Committee’ (AIPAC) under chairmanship of

a) N. R. Narayana Murthy

b) T.S.R. Subramanian

c) Vinod Rai

d) Ratan Tata

 

Q.4) Which of the following correctly describes about ‘FAME India Scheme’

a) Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid & Electric Vehicles in India.

b) Faster Adoption of Wind Energy for sustanaible environment

c) To give free LPG connections specially in rural households

d) To give free education and free meal in Naxalites schools

 

Q.5) Recently, Nalanda University gets a new governing board.

Consider following statements in this regard.

1. The new governing board of Nalanda University will be headed by George Yeo.

2. The other members of governing board are representatives from China, Australia, Laos and Thailand.

3. The Ministry of Human Resource Development is the administrative ministry of Nalanda university.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

 

Q.6) Which of the following are the key features of ‘National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA)’?

1.River basin is the unit of planning and management.

2.It spearheads the river conservation efforts at the national level.

3.One of the Chief Ministers of the States through which the Ganga flows becomes the Chairman of NGRBA on rotation basis.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

 

Q.7) Why does the Government of India promote the use of ‘Neem-coated Urea’ in agriculture?  (CSP-2016)

A. Release of Neem oil in the soil increases nitrogen fixation by the soil microorganisms.

B. Neem coating slows down the rate of distribution of urea in the soil

C. Nitrous oxide, which is a greenhouse gas, is not at all released into the atmosphere by crop fields.

D. It is a combination of a weedicide and a fertilizer for particular crops.

 

Q.8) Consider the following statements:

1.The Chief Secretary in a State is appointed by the Government of that State.

2.The Chief Secretary in a State has a fixed tenure.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

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1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for the solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Data exclusivity was frequently in the news, consider the following statements with regard to this term.

1. Data exclusivity refers to protection of clinical trial data required to be submitted to a regulatory agency to prove safety and efficacy of a new drug.

2. Data exclusivity provides a form of market exclusivity outside that provided by patent rights.

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

 

Q.2) Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) publication is issued by joint association of

a) Germanwatch and Climate Action Network Europe

b) World Bank and UNESCO

c) G20 and IUCN

d) BRICS and CITES

 

Q.3) Which of the following is/are factors responsible for Delhi’s air pollution?

1. Drops in wind speeds

2. Cooler temperatures

2. Burning of agricultural residue in neighbouring States

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 only

 

Q.4) Recently, Agni-I missile test-fired. Consider the following statements with regard to this test.

1. It is a single stage missile that is powered by solid propellants and can carry a nuclear warhead of 3000 kg.

2. Agni Missiles are designed and developed by the DRDO.

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

 

Q.5) Consider the following statements about ‘Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In)’.

1. CERT-In is the security national agency under Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.

2. CERT-In has been designated under Information Technology (Amendment) Act 2008 to serve as the national agency to perform the functions in the area of cyber security.

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

 

Q.6) With reference to ‘Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)’, consider the following statements:

1.It is an organization of European Union in working relation with NATO and WHO.

2.It monitors chemical industry to prevent new weapons from emerging.

3.It provides assistance and protection to States (Parties) against chemical weapons threats.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

 

Q.7) With reference to ‘Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana’, consider the following statements:

1.Under this scheme, farmers will have to pay a uniform premium of two percent for any crop they cultivate in any season of the year.

2.This scheme covers post-harvest losses arising out of the cyclones and unseasonal rains.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 or 2

 

Q.8) In which of the following regions of India are you most likely to come across the ‘Great Indian Hornbill’ in its nature habitat?    (CSP-2016)

A. Sand deserts of northwest India

B. Higher Himalayas of Jammu and Kashmir

C. Salt marshes of western Gujarat.

D. Western Ghats

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1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘European Organization for Nuclear Research’ (CERN).

1. CERN is the world’s largest nuclear and particle physics laboratory based in Paris on the French-Swiss border.

2. As an Associate Member of CERN, India will be a part of the huge scientific and technological endeavor.

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

 

Q.2) With reference to Prithvi-II, consider the following statements.

1. Prithvi-II is a short-range surface-to-surface missile.

2. Prithvi II is the first missile to be developed by DRDO under Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP).

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

 

Q.3) Which of the following Guided Missile Destroyers are part of ‘Project 15A’.

1. INS Kolkata

2. INS Kochi

3. INS Chennai

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 only

 

Q.4) Consider the following statements about ‘Decision Review System’ (DRS)

1. DRS is a technology-based system used in the sport of cricket for the sole purpose of reviewing controversial decisions made by the on-field umpires.

2. The system was first tested in an India vs Sri Lanka match in 2008.

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

 

Q.5) Which of the following committee appointed for major reforms on safety and restructuring related with Indian railways.

1. Dr. Anil Kakodkar committee on safety

2. Bibek Debroy committee on restructuring

3. R.M.Lodha committee on railway reforms

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 only

 

Q.6)  With reference to the cultural history of medieval India, consider the following statements:

1.Siddhas (sittars) of Tamil region were monotheistic and condemned idolatry.

2.Lingayats of Kannada region questioned the theory of rebirth and rejected the caste hierarchy.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.7) Which of the following best describes the term ‘import cover’, sometimes seen in the news?   (CSP-2016)

A. It is the ratio of value of imports to the Gross Domestic Product of a country.

B. It is the total value of imports of a country in a year.

C. It is the ratio between the value of exports and that of imports between two countries.

D. It is the number of months of imports that could be paid for by a country’s international reserves.

 

Q.8) Consider the following pair:

Community sometimes mentioned in the news – In the affairs of

1.Kurd – Bangladesh

2.Madhesi – Nepal

3.Rohingya – Myanmar

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?  (CSP-2016)

A. 1 and 2

B. 2 only

C. 2 and 3

D. 3 only

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Non-photochemical quenching’ (NPQ).

1. NPQ is a mechanism employed by plants to protect themselves from the adverse effects of high light intensity.

2. In NPQ process, plants protect themselves by making changes within the leaf that dissipate the excess energy as heat.

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

 

Q.2) Consider the following pairs.

1. Nagarhole National Park – Maharashtra

2. Bandipur National Park – Odisha

3. Bandhavgarh National Park – Madhya Pradesh

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 only

c) 2 and 3

d) 3 only

 

Q.3) Consider the following statements with regard to ‘Waterless chrome tanning technology’.

1. It is a first of its kind technology to reduce chromium pollution load and it also reduces the use of water in tanning.

2. Waterless chrome tanning technology has been developed by CSIR’s National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI).

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

 

Q.4) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘Loktak lake’.

1. Loktak Lake is the largest saltwater lake in Manipur.

2. Loktak lake is known for its circular floating swamps called phumdis in the local language.

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

 

Q.5) Which of the following correctly describes ‘IOWave16’.

a) International Wind power program by UNEP

b) Exercise by UN Peacekeeping forces

c) Tsunami mock drill exercise by UNESCO

d) None of the above

 

Q.6) Recently, which one of the following currencies has been proposed to be added to the basket of IMF’s SDR?     (CSP-2016)

A. Rouble

B. Rand

C. Indian Rupee

D. Renminbi

 

Q.7) With reference to the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), consider the following statements:

1.IMFC discusses matters of concern affecting the global economy, and advises the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on the direction of its work.

2.The World Bank participates as observer in IMFC’s meetings.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.8) ‘Rashtriya Garima Abhiyaan’ is a National campaign to   (CSP-2016)

A. Rehabilitate the homeless and destitute the persons and provide them with suitable sources of livelihood.

B. Release the sex workers from their practice and provide them with alternative sources of livelihood.

C. Eradicate the practice of manual scavenging and rehabilitate the manual scavengers

D. Release the bonded laborers from their bondage and rehabilitate them

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about ‘Press Council of India (PCI)’.

1. The Press Council of India was first constituted in 1966 as an autonomous, statutory, quasi-judicial body.

2. Chairman of PCI is selected by a Committee consisting of the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Speaker of Lok Sabha and a person elected by members of the Council from among themselves.

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

 

Q.2) Consider the following statements with reference to  Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT).

1. AMRUT is the new avatar of the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM), implemented in population of one lakh and above.

2. It adopts a project approach to ensure basic infrastructure services relating to water supply, sewerage, storm-water drains and development of green spaces.

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

 

Q.3) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child’ (UNCRC)

1. UNCRC Convention defines a child as any human being under the age of 16, unless the age of majority is attained earlier under national legislation.

2. India ratified UNCRC in 1992, agreeing in principles all articles except with certain reservations on issues relating to ‘child labour’.

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

 

Q.4) Recently, Indian Navy has inducted indigenously developed sonars that will boost underwater surveillance capability.

In the context this, consider the following pairs:

1. Abhay – Near-field Acoustic Characterisation System.

2. Humsa UG – upgrade for the Humsa sonar system.

3. AIDSS – Advanced Indigenous Distress sonar system for submarines.

4. NACS – compact hull mounted sonar for shallow water crafts.

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1 and 3 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1 and 4 only

 

Q.5) With reference to ‘National Legal Services Authority (NALSA)’, consider the following statements.

1. NALSA has been constituted under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.

2. The aim is to ensure that opportunities for securing justice are not denied to any citizen by reasons of economic or other disabilities.

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

 

Q.6) In the context of which of the following do you sometimes find the terms ‘amber box, blue box and green box’ in the news? (CSP-2016)

A. WTO affairs

B. SAARC affairs

C. UNFCCC affairs

D. India-EU negotiations on FTA

 

Q.7) Which of the following is/are included in the capital budget of the Government of India? (CSP-2016)

1.Expenditure on acquisitions of assets like roads, buildings, machinery, etc.

2.Loans received from foreign governments

3.Loans and advances granted to the States and Union Territories

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

 

Q.8) What is/are the importance/importances of the ‘United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification’? (CSP-2016)

1.It aims to promote effective action through innovative national programmes and supportive international partnerships.

2.It has a special/particular focus on South Asia and North Africa regions, and its Secretariat facilitates the allocation of major portion of financial resources to these regions.

3.It is committed to bottom-up approach, encouraging the participation of local people in combating the desertification.

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

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘International Research Conference on Brucellosis’ which was recently inaugurated in New Delhi.

1. The International Conference on Brucellosis is being organized by the Department of Biotechnology in collaboration with Indian Council for Agriculture Research.

2. Brucellosis is a dreadful disease caused by the genus of the virus known as Brucella and it is endemic in India.

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

 

Q.2) Which of the following is/are countries part of ‘BBIN initiative’ in South Asia.

1. India

2. Bangladesh

3. Indonesia

4. Nepal

Select the correct answer using the code given below

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1 and 3 only

c) 2 and 4 only

d) 1,2 and 4

 

Q.3) The “Marrakesh Action Proclamation” was sometimes in the news, which of the following correctly describes it.

a) Amendment to Montreal protocol for reducing HFC

b) Proclamation to combat climate change

c) Declaration to prevent nuclear proliferation of nuclear supply and weapons.

d) None of the above

 

Q.4) Consider the following statements about ‘National Student Startup Policy’.

1. The National Student Startup Policy formulated by All India Council for Technical Education(AICTE).

2. It aims to create 100,000 technology based student start-ups and a million employment opportunities within the next 10 years.

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

 

Q.5)  ‘Market Economy Status’ (MES) was sometimes in the news, is related to which of the following organisation?

a) ASEAN

b) World Trade Organisation (WTO)

c) G20

d) APEC

 

Q.6)  With reference to ‘IFC Masala Bonds’, sometimes seen in the news, which of the statements given below is/are correct?  (CSP-2016)

1.The International Finance Corporation, which offers these bonds, is an arm of the World Bank.

2.They are the rupee-denominated bonds and are a source of debt financing for the public and private sector

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.7) Regarding the taxation systems of Krishna Deva, the ruler of Vijayanagar, consider the following statements:   (CSP-2016)

1.The tax rate of land was fixed depending on the quality of the land.

2.Private owners of workshops paid an industry’s tax.

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

 

Q.8) Which one of the following books of ancient India has the love story of the son of the founder of Sunga dynasty?   (CSP-2016)

A. Swapnavasavadatta

B. Malavikagnimitra

C. Meghadoota

D. Ratnavati

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) With reference to “Trade Related Entrepreneurship Assistance and Development (TREAD)” scheme, consider the following statements.

1. TREAD scheme is operated by Ministry of Women and Child Development to promote women entrepreneurs.

2. The lending banks would finance loan assistance for a group of women through NGOs for undertaking non-farm activities.

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

 

Q.2) The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas has created underground rock caverns for storage of crude oil under Strategic Petroleum Reserve project at which of the following locations?

1. Vishakhapatnam

2. Mangalore

3. Padur

Select the correct answer using the code given below   (CSP-2016)

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1 and 3 only

c) 2 only

d) 1,2 and 3

 

Q.3) Consider the following pairs, with reference to popular regions for natural gas pipelines.

1. Henry Hub : Russia

2. National Balancing Point : UK

3. Alberta : Canada

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

a) 1 and 2

b) 3 only

c) 2 and 3

d) 1 and 3

 

Q.4) In 2015-16, 26 items got Geographical Indication(GI) status. Which among the following items/products got GI status.

1. Chanderi Fabric (Madhya Pradesh)

2. Thanjavur Paintings (Tamil Nadu)

3. Allahabad Surkha (Uttar Pradesh)

Select the correct answer using the code given below

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1 and 3 only

c) 2 only

d) 1,2 and 3

 

Q.5) Consider the following statements about ‘TAPAS 201 (RUSTOM – II), a Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle(UAV).

1. TAPAS 201 is being developed to carry out the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance roles for the Armed Forces.

2. TAPAS 201 has been indigenously designed and developed by ISRO and DRDO.

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

 

Q.6)  Which one of the following is a purpose of ‘UDAY’, a scheme of the Government? (CSP-2016)

A. Providing technical and financial assistance to the start-up entrepreneurs in the field of renewable sources of energy

B. Providing electricity to every household in the country of 2018

C. Replacing the coal-based power plants with natural gas, nuclear, solar, wind and tidal power plants over a period of time

D. Providing for financial turnaround and revival of power distribution companies

 

Q.7) The term ‘Intended Nationally Determined Contributions’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of    (CSP-2016)

A. Pledges made by the European countries to rehabilitate refugees from the war-affected Middle East

B. Plan of action outlined by the countries of the world to combat climate change

C. Capital contributed by the member countries in the establishment of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

D. Plan of action outlined by the countries of the world regarding Sustainable Development Goals

 

Q.8) With reference to ‘LiFi’, recently in the news which of the following statements is / are correct?

1.It uses light as the medium for high speed data transmission

2.It is a wireless technology and is several times faster than ‘WiFi’

Select the correct answer using the code given below:  (CSP 2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Recently, Asian Development Bank and India have signed a $500 million loan to build long road bridge across the Ganges River. Consider following statements in regard with this.

1. The bridge aims to improve transport connectivity between North Bihar and South Bihar.

2. This will be India’s longest river bridge and acts as a better link between the Patna and the surrounding areas.

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

 

Q.2) Recently, ‘Hand-in-Hand 2016’ joint military exercise has began between India and

a) France

b) Russia

c) Japan

d) China

 

Q.3) With reference to Geographical Indication(GI) status, consider the following statements:

1. GI status is an indication that product is identified as a good or an item manufactured or produced in a particular geographical region.

2. GI tag are also covered under the WTO’s Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) agreement.

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

 

Q.4) Which of the following correctly describes about ‘Piezoelectric materials’, which was sometimes in the news.

a) It creates electricity when subjected to a mechanical stress

b) It generates kinetic energy when subjected to shear stress

c) It can generate renewable electricity in wind power plants

d) None of the above

 

Q.5) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Medical Council of India’

1. MCI is a statutory body with the responsibility of establishing and maintaining high standards of medical education and recognition of medical qualifications.

2. The former Comptroller & Auditor General Vinod Rai Committee was appointed to oversee the functioning of the MCI.

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

 

Q.6) Which of the following is/ are the indicator/ indicators used by IFPRI to compute the Global Hunger Index Report?

1.Undernourishment

2.Child stunting

3.Child Mortality

Select the correct answer using the code given below  (CSP 2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1,2 and 3

D. 1 and 3 only

 

Q.7) There has been a persistent deficit budget year after year. Which action/actions of the following can be taken by the government to reduce the deficit?

1. Reducing Revenue Expenditure

2. Introducing new welfare scheme

3. Rationalizing subsidies

4. Reducing import duties

Select the correct answer using the code below   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1,2,3 and 4

 

Q.8) The establishment of ‘Payment Banks’ is being allowed in India to promote financial inclusion. Which of the following statements is/are correct in this context?

1. Mobile telephone companies and supermarket chains that are owned and controlled by residents are eligible to be promoters of Payment Banks.

2. Payment Banks can issue both credit cards and debit cards

3. Payment banks cannot undertake lending activities.

Select the correct answer using the code given below   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 1 and 3 only

C. 2 only

D. 1,2 and 3

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about “Hunar Haat”.

1. Hunar Haat is aimed at promoting and supporting artisans from Minority communities and providing them international market for display and sell their products.

2. Hunar haat is being organised by Ministry of Skill Development And Entrepreneurship.

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

 

Q.2) With reference to ‘India International Trade Fair – 2016’, consider the following statements.

1. The India Trade Promotion Organisation is organizing ‘India International Trade Fair 2016’ on the theme of “Make in India”.

2. Hunar Haat is being organised for the first time at India International Trade Fair in New Delhi.

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

 

Q.3) Recently, ‘Status of the Global Climate in 2016’ report published by

a) World Meteorological Organisation(WMO)

b) World bank

c) Climate Action Network (CAN)

d) World health Organisation

 

Q.4) Recently, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has formed a task force to re-calibrate all ATMs under

a) R M Lodha

b) Arundhati Bhattacharya

c) Arvind Subramanian

d) RBI Deputy governor SS Mundra

 

Q.5) Consider the following statements about harmful algal blooms (HAB).

1. Harmful algal blooms occur when colonies of algae grow out of control while producing harmful effects on fish, marine mammals, and birds.

2. Harmful algal bloom include blooms of non-toxic species that have harmful effects on marine ecosystems.

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

 

Q.6)  Consider the following statements :  

1.The sustainable development goals were first proposed in 1972 by a global think tank called the ‘Club of Rome’

2.The sustainable Development Goals have to be achieved by 2030.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  (CSP 2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.7) Consider the following statements:

1. The minimum age prescribed for any person to be a member of Panchayat is 25 years.

2. A Panchayat reconstituted after premature dissolution continues only for the remainder period

Which of the statements given above is/ are correct? (CSP 2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.8)  Which of the following statements is/ are correct?

1. A bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on its prorogation.

2. A Bill pending in the Rajya Sabha, which has not been passed by the Lok Sabha, shall not lapse on dissolution of the Lok Sabha

Select the correct answer using the code below:   (CSP 2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

NOTE: Prelims Daily compilation for October 2016 has been released for FREE – Click2Download

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Q.1) Consider the following pairs:

Tiger reserves sometimes mentioned in the news In the affairs of

1. Sathyamangalam : Karnataka

2. Mudumalai : Tamil Nadu

3. Namdapha : Arunachal Pradesh  

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 only

c) 2 and 3

d) 3 only

 

Q.2) Consider the following statements about ‘Satluj-Yamuna Link Canal project’.

1. The Satluj-Yamuna Link canal is meant to redirect some of River Satluj and its tributary Beas’ waters to the Yamuna canal.

2. The Satluj-Yamuna Link Canal project is meant to re-allocate water from Punjab to Delhi.

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

 

Q.3) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘nullification clause’ of India-Japan Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement.

1. Nullification clause sought automatic cancellation of the agreement if India resorts to nuclear testing in the future.

2. Smiling Buddha was the code name of India’s first successful nuclear bomb test on 1974.

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

 

Q.4) Consider the following pairs with reference to ports:

1. Gwadar Port : Pakistan

2. Chabahar Port: Iran

3. Port of Tucson: France

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 only

c) 2 and 3

d) 3 only

 

Q.5) Consider following statements regarding Ken and Betwa river interlinking project.

1.It will transfer surplus water from the Uttar Pradesh section of the Ken to the Betwa in Madhya Pradesh

2.The project might affect the tigers and vultures of Satpura tiger reservoir

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

 

Q.6) The Parliament of India acquires the power to legislate on any item in the State List in the national interest if a resolution to that effect is passed by the    (CSP-2016)

A. Lok Sabha by a simple majority of its total membership

B. Lok Sabha by a majority of not less than two-thirds of its total membership

C. Rajya Sabha by a Simple majority of its total membership

D. Rajya Sabha by a majority of not less than two-thirds of its member present and voting

 

Q.7)  With reference to the agreement at the UNFCCC Meeting in Paris in 2015,which of the following statements is / are correct? (CSP-2016)

1.The agreement was signed by all the member countries of the UN and it will go into effect in 2017.

2.The agreement aims to limit the greenhouse gas emissions so that the rise in average global temperature by the end of the century does not exceed 2 Celsius or even 1.5 celsius above pre-industrial levels.

3.Developed countries acknowledged their historical responsibilities in global warming and committed to donate $ 1000 billion a year from 2020 to help developing countries to cope with climatic change.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 and 3 only

B. 2 only

C. 2 and 3 only

D. 1, 2 and 3

 

Q.8) Recently which of the following states has explored the possibility of constructing an artificial inland port to be connected to sea by a long navigational channel? (CSP 2016)

A. Andhra Pradesh

B. Chhatisgarh

C. Karnataka

D. Rajasthan

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for the solution.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

NOTE: Prelims Daily compilation for October 2016 has been released for FREE – Click2Download

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Q.1) Consider the following statements with reference to ‘Consumer Protection Bill 2015’.

1.The Bill replaces the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.  

2.The Bill enforces consumer rights, and provides a mechanism for redressal of complaints regarding defect in goods and deficiency in services.

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

 

Q.2) India signed a historic civilian nuclear deal with Japan in Tokyo. Consider the following statements in this regard.

1.India is the first non-member of the non-proliferation treaty (NPT) to have signed such a deal with Japan.

2.The objective of NPT is to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and its technology, to promote cooperation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy.

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

 

Q.3) ‘Paddy stubble burning’ is a major reason for affecting air quality in Delhi during the onset of winter. Consider the following statements in this regard.

1.Stubble burning is a common practice followed by farmers in Punjab and Haryana to prepare the field for sowing of wheat.

2.Stubble burning kills soil microbes – these microbes are known to consume Nitrogen in the soil.

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

 

Q.4) Consider the following statements in regard with RBI’s monetary policy tools.

1.Open market operations are conducted by the RBI by way of sale or purchase of government securities (g-secs) to adjust money supply conditions.

2.The central bank sells g-secs to infuse liquidity into the system and buys back g-secs to decrease liquidity from the system.

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

 

Q.5) With reference to ‘Helicobacter pullorum pathogen’, consider the following statements.

1.Helicobacter pullorum is commonly found in the liver and gut of poultry birds and is believed to co-evolve with its natural host.

2.Helicobacter pullorum is considered as the source of transmission of the drug-resistant pathogen to humans and ability to cause cancer.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?  

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.6) What was the main reason for the split in the Indian National Congress at Surat in 1907? (CSP 2016)

A. Introduction of communalism into Indian politics by Lord Minto

B. Extremists’ lack of faith in the capacity of the moderates to negotiate with the British Government

C. Foundation of Muslim League

D. Aurobindo Ghosh’s inability to be elected as the president of the Indian National Congress

 

Q.7) The plan of Sir Stafford Cripps envisaged that after the Second World War (CSP 2016)

A. India should be granted complete independence

B. India should be partitioned into two before granting independence

C. India should be made a republic with the condition that she will join the Commonwealth

D. India should be given Dominion status

 

Q.8) Consider the following pairs: (CSP 2016)

Famous place – Region

1.Bodhgaya – Baghelkhand

2.Khajuraho – Bundelkhand

3.Shirdi – Vidarbha

4.Nasik – Malwa

5.Tirupati – Rayalaseema

Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

A. 1, 2 and 4

B. 2, 3, 4 and 5

C. 2 and 5 only

D. 1, 3, 4 and 5

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

NOTE: Prelims Daily compilation for October 2016 has been released for FREE – Click2Download

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Q.1) With reference to No First Use Policy(NFU), consider the following statements:

1.NFU refers to a policy by a nuclear power not to use nuclear weapons as a means of warfare unless first attacked by an adversary using nuclear weapons.

2.India articulated its policy of No first use of nuclear weapons in 2003.

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

 

Q.2) Which of the following correctly describes about ‘Operation Green Hunt’.

a) Military operation for Bodo militants in Assam

b) Air Force’s rescue operations in Uttarakhand floods

c) Anti-naxalite offensive operations

d) Army-led rescue and relief mission in quake-hit Nepal

 

Q.3) Recently, Colombo declaration was in the news. Consider the following statements in this regard.

1.The declaration states that narcotic drug trafficking in the Indian Ocean poses a threat to peace and security in the region.

2.The delegates resolved to work towards making the Indian Ocean a “Drug Free Zone”.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?  

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.4) Kishenganga is a tributary of the river

a) Jhelum

b) Ravi

c) Beas River

d) Sutlej River

 

Q.5) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘Interpol’.

1.The International Criminal Police Organization is an intergovernmental organization facilitating international police cooperation founded in 1914.

2.It functions as a network of criminal law enforcement agencies from different countries.

3.It headquartered in Lyon, France.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 only

c) 2 and 3 only

d) All of the above

 

Q.6)  With reference to the economic history of medieval India, the term ‘Araghatta’ refers to (CSP 2016)

a) Bonded labour

b) Land grants made to military officers

c) Waterwheel used in the irrigation of land

d) Wasteland converted to cultivated land

 

Q.7) With reference to the cultural history of India, the memorizing of chronicles, dynasty histories and epic tales was the profession of who of the following?

a) Sharamana

b) Parivraajaka

c) Agrahaarika

d) Maagadha

 

Q.8) In the cities of our country, which among the following atmospheric gases are normally considered in calculating the value of Air Quality Index? (CSP 2016)

1.Carbon dioxide

2.Carbon monoxide

3.Sulfur dioxide

4.Methane

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1, 2 and 3 only

b) 2, 3 and 4 only

c) 1, 4 and 5 only

d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

NOTE: Prelims Daily compilation for October 2016 has been released for FREE – Click2Download

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Q.1) Consider following statements with reference to International Competition Network (ICN).

1.ICN is an international body comprising 132 members exclusively devoted to international competition enforcement.

2.Competition Commission of India(CCI) is a member of the ICN since 2003.

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

 

Q.2) Consider following statements with respect to ‘The Cable Television Network Rules, 1994’.

1.Its provisions are not binding on all cable networks which are either downlinked to, or uplinked from, India.

2.Under its provisions, coverage of anti-terrorist operations by security forces will be restricted to periodic briefings by a designated officer.

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

 

Q.3) Consider the following statements with reference to recent demonetisation of notes.

1.Demonetization is the act of stripping a currency unit of its status as legal tender.

2.The Wanchoo committee had suggested demonetization as a measure to unearth and counter the spread of black money.

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

 

Q.4) Consider the following statements about ‘Geneva Convention’.

1.Geneva Convention forms cornerstone of International Humanitarian Law (IHL), seek to regulate armed conflict and protect civilians.

2.India and Pakistan both parties to Geneva Convention.

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

 

Q.5) Consider the following statements about ‘Swing states’, in reference to recent US elections.

1.These states are called so because they swing between the Republicans and Democrats depending upon the election season.

2.Swing states are largely determined through opinion polls and results of previous elections.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?  

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.6) In the context of the history of India, consider the following pairs: [CSP-2016]

Term description

1.Eripatti : land, revenue from which was set apart for the maintenance of the village tank.

2.Taniyurs : Villages donated to a single Brahmin or a group of Brahmins

3.Ghatikas : colleges generally attached to the temples.

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

a) 1 and 2

b) 3 only

c) 2 and 3

d) 1 and 3

 

Q.7) Which of the following is/are the advantage / advantages of practicing drip irrigation? [CSP-2016]

1.reduction of weed

2.reduction in soil salinity

3.reduction in soil erosion

Select the correct answer using the code given below:-

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) None of the above is an advantage of practicing drip irrigation

 

Q.8) Recently, linking of which of the following rivers was undertaken? [CSP-2016]

a) Cauvery and Tungabhadra

b) Godavari and Krishna

c) Mahanadi and Son

d) Narmada and Tapti

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this