Category: Prelims Daily

Q.1) With reference to the Amicus Curiae to the court, consider the following statements:

1. He/She is someone, who is not a party to a case and may or may not have been solicited by a party.
2. It is he/she who assists a court by offering information, expertise, or insight that has a bearing on the issues in the case; and is typically presented in the form of a brief.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

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Q.2) The Integrated Coastal Zone Management Project in India is assisted by which of the following multilateral financing agency?

a) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

b) World Bank

c) BRICS Bank

d) European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

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Q.3) Investments through Participatory Notes into Indian capital markets plunged to over nine-year low this year amid stringent norms by SEBI to check misuse of these instruments.

Which of the following statements about P-Notes is/are correct?

1. P-notes are instruments for facilitating the participation of the overseas clients, who are not interested in participating directly in the Indian stock market.
2. P-Notes are instruments issued by registered foreign institutional investors (FII) to overseas investors.
3. In India, P-Notes are a mandatory to be registered with SEBI.

Select the correct codes from the following options

a) All are correct

b) 1 and 2

c) 2 and 3

d) 1 only

Inspired by: Investment in P-notes continues to decline as SEBI cracks whip on misuse, hits 9-year low at Rs 80,341 crore

Financial Express

Q.4) Consider the following statements about Camellia sinensis shrub, cultivated in India:

1. It is a variety of tea cultivated in Assam.
2. The specie is endemic to India.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 1 Only

b) 2 Only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: How chai arrived in India 170 years ago

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Q.5) Recently the central government has written to the United Nations Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO) and proposed the declaration of an upcoming year as “International Year of Millets”.

Which of the following statements about millets is/are correct?

1. Millets are variety of small seeded grass.
2. They are best suitable to dryland farming and are resilient to climate change.
3. India is celebrating 2018 as the National Year of Millets.

Select the correct codes from the following:

a) 1 and 3

b) 1 only

c) 2 and 3

d) All are correct.

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Q.1) The Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1971 seeks to legalize abortion in India with certain limitations.

Which of the following statements about MTP Act is/are correct?

1. It provides for abortion upto 20 weeks of gestation.
2. This can be extended to 24 weeks in case of a rape victim considering the social stigma associated with pregnancy.
3. Foetal abnormalities cannot be cited as legitimate reason of abortion.

a) Only 1

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3

d) All are incorrect

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Q.2) Which of the following states share the largest boundary with Caspian Sea?

a) Russia

b) Kazakhstan

c) Turkmenistan

d) Iran

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Q.3) Consider the following statements about Unified Payments Interface (UPI) 2.0:

1. It will enable overdraft facilities where account balance is debited below zero balance.
2. It is developed by National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

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Q.4) Consider the following statement about the chemical element Helium.

1. It was first detected from the coasts of Guntur, in Andhra Pradesh during a solar eclipse.
2. It is the second most abundant element found in atmosphere after hydrogen.
3. Helium-4 an isotope is formed on the sun due to nuclear fission reaction only, from Helium.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 only

d) All are correct

Inspired by: Helium turns 150 on August 18, 2018!

The Hindu

 

Q.5) India is party to the St. Petersburg Declaration, 2010.

This declaration is related to the conservation of which of the following species in Wild?

a) Elephant

b) Tiger

c) Asiatic Lion

d) Migratory Birds

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about Aerogel:

1. It is made up of plant cellulose sugar.
2. Almost 90% of its weight is gas, particularly the air.
3. It is a good conductor of heat.
4. All above properties make it a denser and heavier material than glass.

Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?

a) 2 and 3

b) 2 and 4

c) 1 and 2

d) 3 and 4

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Q.2) The Interstate River Water Disputes (IRWD) Act, 1956 enacted under Article 262 of Constitution of India provides for dispute resolution for the distribution of Inter-state River waters in the form of Tribunal created in the case.

Which of the following statements about IRWD Act is/are not correct?

1. River water use is included in State List; hence Centre has no say in the resolution of such dispute.
2. This act is confined to states of India and not applicable to union territories.
3. The award of Tribunals under this act is equal to a High Court Verdict and can be challenged in Supreme Court.

Select the correct codes from the following options:

a) 1 and 2

b) 1 and 3

c) 2 only

d) All are correct

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Q.3) Global Liveability Index is released by which of the following organizations?

1. WHO
2. UN-ECOSOC
3. The Economist Intelligence Unit
4. Amnesty International

Inspired by: India fares poor on Global Liveability

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Q.4) Maharshi Badrayan Vyas Samman is conferred to the scholars of which of the following languages?

1. Classical Tamil
2. Classical Kannada
3. Persian
4. Urdu
5. Bengali

Select the correct codes from the following options:

a) 1, 2, 3, 4,5

b) 2, 3, 4, 5

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1 and 2 only

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Q.5) The famous Dudhsagar Fall is located on which of the following rivers?

1. Mandovi
2. Krishna
3. Tungabhadra
4. Cauvery

Inspired by: Verdict of Mahadayi Water Disputes Tribunal Comes

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Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to Global Financial Inclusion (Global Findex) Database:

1. It is launched by World Bank with the help of Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
2. It measures how adults around the world – including the poor, women, and rural residents – manage their finances and plan for the future.
3. According to this, India has made rapid progress in improving access to formal financial services.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] How India should close the financial gender gap

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Q.2) Idukki Dam in Kerala was recently in news as its gates were opened for the first time due to heavy floods. This dam is built on which of the following river?

a) Bharathappuzha

b) Chalakudy

c) Periyar

d) Pamba

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Q.3) Consider the following statements about Laboratory for the Conservation of Endangered Species (LaCONES):

1. It is a dedicated laboratory of the CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), Hyderabad.
2. It is the only laboratory in India that has developed methods for collection and cryopreservation of semen and oocytes from wildlife.
3. It has successfully reproduced endangered blackbuck, spotted deer and Nicobar pigeons.

Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?

a) Only 2

b) Only 3

c) 2 and 3

d) All are correct.

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Q.4) Which of the given statements about “Ease of Living index 2018”, the data-driven approach to urban planning and management is correct?

1. The index is released by NITI Aayog.
2. It is a measure of a city’s ability to provide data on various spheres of performance in real time.
3. A low score reflects poor state of livability in those cities.
4. Pune and Mumbai sub-urban are the leading rank holders of the index.

Select the correct codes from the following options:

a) 1, 2 and 4

b) 2 and 4

c) 2, 3 and 4

d) All are Correct

Inspired by: Pune tops Ease of Living index; Patna ranked lowest of 111 cities

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Q.5) With an aim to harness India’s rich cultural, historical, religious and natural heritage in boosting tourism and job creation, Swadesh Darshan Scheme was launched in the country.

Which of the following statements is/are correct with respect to the Swadesh Darshan Scheme?

1. It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under Ministry of Tourism.
2. It aims to develop theme-based tourist circuits in the country which are unique and specific to the area including beaches, culture, heritage, wildlife etc.
3. “North East Circuit: Imphal & Khongjom” is the first project developed under the scheme.

Select the correct codes from the following options:

a) All are correct

b) 1 and 3

c) 2 and 3

d) 3 only

Inspired by: [pib] First project under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme the ‘North East Circuit to be inaugurated

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Q.1) Consider the following statement about Parker Solar Probe:

1. It is aimed to study the sun’s outer atmosphere, or corona, which is much hotter than the solar surface.

2. The Solar Probe Cup is a sensor that will extend beyond the heat shield to take samples of the Sun’s atmosphere.

3. The mission will be orbiting the sun until the end of the solar system.

Which of the given statements is/are not correct?

a) 1 and 3

b) 2 and 3

c) Only 3

d) All are incorrect

Inspired by: Parker, world’s first mission to Sun lifts off

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Q.2) Solar Orbiter or SolO, is solar mission of which of the following states?

a) Germany

b) France

c) UK

d) Australia

Inspired by: Parker, world’s first mission to Sun lifts off

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Q.3) Tropical Tasar, Multivoltine x Bivoltine and Eri are breeds of which of the following?

a) Bovines

b) Goats

c) Silkworm

d) Sheep

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Q.4) PEGylated Streptokinase, a clot buster developed by CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology (CSIR-IMTECH), Chandigarh is used for the treatment of which of the following disease?

a) Ischemic strokes

b) Brain Hemorrhage

c) Cardiac Arrest

d) Gangrene

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Q.5) Harsh Mander v. Union of India and Karnika Sawhney v. Union of India Judgments are related to which of the following issue?

a) De-criminalizing begging

b) SC/ST reservations in Promotion

c) Continuance of Reservation for SCs and STs

d) Against Mob Lynching

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about SCO Peace Mission Exercise, 2018:

1. The exercise will be held in Chengdu, China.

2. It will involve tactical level operations in an international counter-insurgency or counter-terrorism environment under SCO Charter.

3. Indian and Pak Army will participate together for the first time in missions other than UN Peacekeeping.

Which of the given statement is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) 1 and 3

c) 2 and 3

d) All are incorrect

Inspired by: [pib] Exercise SCO Peace Mission 2018

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Q.2) Consider the following statements about India Science Technology and Innovation portal:

1. It is developed by Union HRD Ministry.

2. The portal allows access to students about various fellowships, scholarships and funding and startup opportunities that India puts on their plate.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Answer: (b)

Inspired by: Centre launches portal for scientific research, funding

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Q.3) Consider the following statements about PARIVESH portal:

1. It is developed by MoEFCC and NIC.

2. It will use Geographic Information System (GIS) interface.

3. The portal automates the entire process of submitting the application and tracking the status of such proposals at each stage of processing.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: [pib] “PARIVESH” – an environmental single window hub for Environment, Forest, Wildlife and CRZ clearances launched

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The facility of Geographic Information System (GIS) interface will help them in analyzing the proposal efficiently, automatic alerts (via SMS and emails) at important stages to the concerned officers, committee members and higher authorities to check the delays if any.

Q.4) Hoplobatrachus tigerinus is a scientific name of which of the following species?

a) Royal Bengal Tiger

b) Tiger Shark

c) Bullfrog

d) Tasmanian Tiger

Inspired by: Indian bull frog: the Andamans’ new colonizers

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Q.5) Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) is located in which of the following Indian city?

a) Pune

b) Jaipur

c) Surat

d) Sriharikota

Inspired by: Indian telescope spots distant radio galaxy

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Q.1) One District One Product is an initiative of which of the following state?

a) Madhya Pradesh

b) Rajasthan

c) Uttar Pradesh

d) Kerala

Inspired by: [pib] One District One Product

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Q.2) Consider the following statements about Train Captain Service:

1. Train Captain will be the single person/leader responsible for coordinating the entire team and facilitating all services during the complete journey of the train.

2. They will provide services only on selected trains like Rajdhani/ Shatabdi/ Duronto.

3. Mostly Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) will be assigned charges of Train Captain Service.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) 1 and 2

c) 1 and 3

d) All are incorrect.

Inspired by: [pib] Train Captain Service

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Q.3) Which of the given statements is/are correct about Global Innovation Index?

1. It is released by World Economic Forum.

2. It is based on data derived from several sources, including the International Telecommunication Union, the World Bank and the World Economic Forum.

3. India’s rank on the Global Innovation Index (GII) has improved from 60 in 2017 to 57 in 2018.

Select the correct codes from the following options.

a) Only 1

b) 1 and 2

c) 2 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: [pib] NITI Aayog to join hands with CII to develop a roadmap for Global Innovation Index

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Q.4) Consider the following statement about Serious Fraud Investigation Office:

1. It is the office under Ministry of Home Affairs.

2. It is the co-ordinating agency with the Income Tax Department and the Central Bureau of Investigation.

3. It is a multi-disciplinary organization having experts from financial sector, capital market, accountancy, forensic audit, taxation, law, information technology, company law, customs and investigation.

4. It is based on the recommendation of Naresh Chandra Committee.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 1, 2 and 3

b) 2, 3 and 4

c) 1, 3 and 4

d) All are correct.

Inspired by: [pib] Serious Fraud Investigation Office

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Q.5) Global Slavery Index is released by which of the following organisation?

a) UNHCR

b) UN-ECOSOC

c) Walk Free Foundation

d) Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

Answer: (c)

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Q.1) Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve lies in which of the following state(s)?

1. Sikkim

2. Arunachal Pradesh

3. Manipur

4. Assam

Select the correct codes:

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 ,3 and 4

c) 2 only

d) 1 only

Inspired by: [pib] Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve becomes 11th Biosphere Reserve from India to be included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves

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Q.2) Consider the following statements about Niryat Mitra Mobile App:

1. It is developed by National Informatics Center.

2. It provides wide range of information required to undertake international trade right from the policy provisions for export and import, applicable GST rate, available export incentives, tariff etc.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

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Q.3) Which of the given statements about Discovered Small Fields Policy is not correct?

a) It is aimed at extracting the Oil, Natural gas from the un-monetized small oil/gas discoveries that are available in the country.

b) It provides an easy investment option for new and existing players with minimal risk.

c) ONGC is the nodal agency to see its implementation.

d) It provides for Easy bidding process; minimum requirements; transparent award; swift processing of approvals.

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Q.4) Cosider the following statements about the Open Defecation Protocols under Swachh Bharat Missions:

1. The SBM ODF+ protocol focuses on sustaining community/ public toilet usage by ensuring their functionality, cleanliness and maintenance.

2. The SBM ODF++ will focus on achieving sanitation sustainability by addressing complete sanitation value chain, including safe containment, processing and disposal of fecal sludge and septage.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

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Q.5) A gradual, continuous change in the species composition between two ecosystems or communities of organisms across an environmental gradient is called as-

a) Ecotype

b) Ecocline

c) Ecozone

d) Ecotone

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Q.1) Bhoomi Project is an initiative of which of the following state?

a) Andhra Pradesh

b) Telangana

c) Karnataka

d) Madhya Pradesh

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] The need for digitizing land records in India

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Q.2) Consider the following statements about Assistance for Prevention of Alcoholism and Substance (Drug) Abuse:

1. It is an initiative Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

2. It is Centrally Sponsored Scheme for identification, counselling, treatment and rehabilitation of addicts through voluntary and other eligible organizations.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) All are incorrect.

Inspired by: [pib] Scheme of Assistance for Prevention of Alcoholism and Substance (Drug) Abuse

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Q.3) Consider the following statements about provisions of Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2018. Which of them is/are correct?

1. It provides for death sentence for the accused in case of rape victim is below 12 years of age.

2. The act seeks to amend only POCSO Act.

3. There is no provision for anticipatory bail in every case of rape irrespective of the age of the victim.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 1 and 3

b) 1 only

c) 3 only

d) All are correct

Inspired by: Parliament clears Bill for death in rape cases

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Q.4) Which of the given statements is/are correct about Restricted Areas Permit for the Andaman and Nicobar groups of Islands?

1. It is aimed to promote tourism in 22 inhabited Island.

2. It seeks to remove all restrictions required for visiting reserved forests, wildlife sanctuaries and tribal reserves.

3. RAP is removed for all foreigners except the citizens of Afghanistan, Pakistan and China.

Select the correct codes:

a) Only 1

b) 1 and 3

c) 2 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: Access to Andaman eased

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Q.5) Consider the following statements about Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989:

1. It actually provides for no anticipatory bail, surpassing section 438 of the CrPC.

2. It however provides for arrest of Public servant if accused of atrocity.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) None of the above

d) All are correct.

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Q.1) The ‘8888’ uprising (or the eighth day of August 1988) marks the pro-democratic movement of which of the following South Asian countries?

a) Thailand

b) Myanmar

c) Laos

d) Vietnam

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Thirty years after the 8888 uprising

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Q.2) Which of the given statements about Prime Ministers Research Fellowship programme is not correct?

a) It is aimed at incentivising doctoral (PhD) programs of Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and Indian Institute of Science (IISc).

b) Students from any government engineering colleges are eligible to get this fellowship.

c) It is based on PPP Model.

d) It is an initiative of HRD Ministry.

Inspired by: [pib] Prime Minister’s Research Fellows (PMRF) Scheme covers entire country

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Q.3) Exercise Maitree is a joint military exercise between which of the following countries?

a) Nepal

b) Bhutan

c) Thailand

d) Myanmar

Inspired by: [pib] Indo – Thailand Joint Exercise Maitree 2018

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Q.4) Sharda Prasad Committee is related to which of the following issues?

a) Financing to MSMEs

b) Modifying curriculum in Higher technical institutions

c) Discontinuing No-detention Policy

d) Functioning of Skill sector

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Rebooting the system for a skills upgrade

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Q.5) Consider the following statement about RISECREEK:

1. It is the indigenously developed microprocessor under Project Shakti of IIT Madras.

2. It is indigenously manufactured in India.

3. It is capable of meeting the demands of defence and strategic equipment such as NAVIC (Indian Regional Navigation Satellite) and the Internet of Things (IoT) electronics.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3

d) All are correct.

Inspired by: IIT-Madras powers up a desi chip

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2018:

1. This is a subject of Union List; hence parliament is entitled to make laws defining powers available to the States.

2. Accordingly sections 66A and 88A of the Act will empower the Centre to form a National Transportation Policy.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Change gears: amendments to the Motor Vehicles Act

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Q.2) Consider the following statements about Jal Marg Vikas Project (JMVP):

1. It is an initiative of Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India and Inland Waterways Authority of India.

2. It is aimed for capacity augmentation of navigation on all National Waterways.

3. It includes creation of infrastructure development like multi-modal and inter-modal terminals, Roll on – Roll off (Ro-Ro) facilities, ferry services, navigation aids etc.

Which of the given statements is/are mot correct?

a) Only 3

b) 1 and 3

c) 1 and 2

d) All are correct

Inspired by: [pib] IWAI sets out on large public outreach along Ganga for Jal Marg Vikas Project

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Q.3) Which of the given statements is/are not correct about Asia-Pacific Institute of Broadcasting Development (AIBD)?

1. It was established in 1977 under the auspices of UNESCO.

2. United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN-ESCAP) is the founder agency of AIBD.

Select the correct codes from the options given below:

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: DG AIR elected AIBD President

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Q.4) Consider the following statements about Defence India Startup Challenge:

1. It is an initiative to tap startups for finding safe and futuristic Indian solutions to critical needs of the three Armed Forces.

2. It has been set up in collaboration with FICCI.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: Defence Ministry throws 11 challenges at startups

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Q.5) Consider the following statements about Lateral Entry Scheme into civil services:

1. It will continue the UPSC system for reservations of seats into the services.

2. UPSC expert panel will do the initial screening and then recommend the concerned ministry about the candidate.

Which of the given statements is/are not correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) All are correct.

Inspired by: Lateral entry of officers: Search panel decides UPSC will choose

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Q.1) Nagaraj Ruling of 2006 is related to which of the following issues?

a) Nikah Halala

b) Creamy Layer Issue

c) Reservations in Promotion

d) Prevention of Atrocity

Inspired by: Centre pushes for quota in promotion for SCs/STs

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Q.2) Consider the following statement about E-Pashudhan Haat Scheme:

1. It is a scheme under National Mission on Bovine Productivity.

2. Under this scheme , the online portal is set to provide online sale of fodder for livestocks, Milk Products etc.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) None of the above.

Inspired by: [pib] E-Pashudhan Haat Scheme

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Q.3) Which of the given statement is/are correct with respect to the E-way bill:

1. It is an electronic waybill for inter-state movement of goods.

2. When an e-way bill is generated a unique e-way bill number (EBN) is allocated and is available to the supplier, recipient, and the transporter.

Select the correct codes from the following options:

a) Only 1

b) Both 1 and 2

c) Only 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: [pib] Introduction of E-way Bill System

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Q.4) Consider the following statements about Strategic Investment Fund by NIIF:

1. This fund is established by RBI and regulated by SEBI.

2. It is aimed to invest in defence related projects.

3. The majority stakes of 51% is owned by Government of India.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 only

d) All are incorrect.

Inspired by: [pib] Strategic Investment Fund under NIIF

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Q.5) Consider the following statements about Vidya Lakshmi Portal for Scholarships:

1. It is developed by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

2. In this portal only girl students can view, apply and track the education loan applications to banks anytime, anywhere by accessing the portal.

Which of the given statement is/are incorrect?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above.

Inspired by: [pib] Vidyalakshmi Portal for Education Loan

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Q.1) The prestigious Fields Medal is awarded for commendable contributions to which of the following discipline?

a) Space Science

b) Mathematics

c) Medicine

d) Meta-Physics

Inspired by: Indian-origin mathematician gets prestigious Fields Medal

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Q.2) Consider the following statements about Ashwin AAD Missile:

1. It is an anti-ballistic missile designed to intercept incoming ballistic missiles in the endo-atmosphere at an altitude of 30 km.

2. It is the only missile fuelled by cryogenic propellants.

3. It is equipped with advanced laser guided system.

Which of the given statements is are correct?

a) Only 1

b) 1 and 3

c) Only 2

d) 2 and 3

Inspired by: Ballistic Missile Interceptor AAD Successfully Flight Tested

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Q.3) Consider the following statement about colostrums:

1. They are the first vaccine injected to the newborn, immediately after their birth.

2. It is extremely rich in nutrients and antibodies.

Which of the given statement is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Both 1 and 2

c) Only 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: India ranks 56th in early initiation of breastfeeding, say UNICEF, WHO

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Q.4) Consider the following statements about the 123rd Constitutional Amendment Bill providing for a National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC):

1. The bill provides for the grant of constitutional status to NCBC.

2. According to the bill, Governor/Lt. Governor will specify the socially and educationally backward classes in the various states and union territories.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: Statutory status for BCs panel

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Q.5) Consider the following statements about Draft e-commerce policy, 2018:

1. It provides for localization of user data.

2. FDI is to be permitted in case where Indian company is majority stakeholder and product is made in India.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Discounting logic: on e-commerce policy

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about Monetary Policy Committee of RBI:

1. The meetings of MPC are held once a year after the annual financial statement is released.

2. Union Finance Minister is the ex-officio Chairman of MPC.

3. The setting up of a committee to decide on Monetary Policy was first proposed by the Raghuram Rajan Committee.

Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?

a) 1, 2 and 3

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 2

d) Only 2

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Prudent increase: on RBI’s rate hike

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Q.2) Consider the following statements about Geographical Indications (GI):

1. It is granted as per the provisions of Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.

2. GIs have been defined under Article 22(1) of the WTO Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: GI logo, tagline launched

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Q.3) Consider the following statements about Concessional Financing Scheme (CFS):

1. Concessional Financing Scheme (CFS) is aimed to support Indian Entities bidding for strategically important infrastructure projects abroad.

2. The credit under this scheme is released by RBI.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: [pib] Concessional Financing Scheme (CFS) to support Indian Entities bidding for strategically important infrastructure projects abroad

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Q.4) State Energy Efficiency Preparedness Index is released by:

a) NITI Aayog

b) Union Power Ministry and BEE

c) EESL and NITI Aaayog

d) None of the Above

Inspired by: [pib] Nationwide ‘State Energy Efficiency Preparedness Index’ released

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Q.5) Consider the following statements about Perform Achieve and Trade (PAT) Scheme:

1. It is a part of the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) launched in 2012.

2. It seeks to save energy consumption of 8 Core Industries.

3. The assigned energy savings targets are given incentives in the form of tradable energy saving certificates (ESCert).

Select the correct codes from the given statements.

a) 1 and 2

b) 1 and 3

c) 3 only

d) All are correct

Inspired by: [pib] Nationwide ‘State Energy Efficiency Preparedness Index’ released

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-nationwide-state-energy-efficiency-preparedness-index-released/

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about the Banning of Unregulated Deposit Schemes Bill, 2018:

1. It aims to provide a comprehensive legislation to tackle illicit deposit schemes by completely prohibiting such activities.

2. All deposits taking schemes are necessarily required to be registered with SEBI only.

3. The bill is a replacement of Chit Funds (Amendment) Bill, 2018.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) 1 and 3

d) 1 and 2

Inspired by: Banning of Unregulated Deposit Schemes Bill, 2018

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Q.2) Consider the following statements about STA-1 status granted to India by US:

1. It will allow some exceptions to license for defense equipments exports from US.

2. India is the first Asian country to get this status.

Which of the given statement is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: India gets STA-1 status from U.S.

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Q.3) Which of the given statements is correct about Mission for Integrated Development Horticulture (MIDH):

1. MIDH is a centrally sponsored scheme implemented for the holistic development of horticulture sector in the country.

2. It does cover Bamboo.

3. It has outlay of 100% for all states and UTs

Select the correct codes:

a) All are correct

b) 1 and 2

c) 2 and 3

d) 1 and 2

Inspired by: [pib] Setting up of Vegetable Clusters

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Q.4) Consider the following statements about India Consensus project:

1. It is commissioned by Tata Trusts and the Copenhagen Consensus.

2. It conducts academic research to evaluate impact of policy initiatives.

Which of the given statements is are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Improving state finances by reducing power losses

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Q.5) Consider the following statements about National Biofuels Policy, 2018:

1. The policy restricts the scope of raw material for ethanol production by prohibiting the use of various grains, potatoes and sugarcanes etc. produced in surplus considering food security.

2. Rajasthan is the first state to implement this Policy.

Select the incorrect statements from the following:

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: Rajasthan first State to implement biofuel policy

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Q.1) The Johannesburg declaration is related to which of the following international/regional summit/organisation?

a) SCO

b) BRICS

c) NAFTA

d) IORA

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] The big five at 10

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Q.2) Consider the following statements about Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF):

1. The nodal ministry is Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.

2. It is a cess imposed on toll taxes.

Which of the given statement is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF)

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Q.3) The Criminal Law (Amendment) Bill, 2018, seeks to amend which of the following acts?

1. IPC

2. CPC

3. CrPC

4. Indian Evidence Act

5. POCSO Act

Select the correct alternatives from the following:

a) 1, 2, 3, 5

b) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

c) 1, 3, 4, 5

d) 1, 4, and 5

Inspired by: LS passes Bill on rape of girls

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Q.4) Consider the following statements about Deep Ocean Mission:

1. It will be initially implemented by ISRO.

2. Its focus will be on technologies for deep-sea mining, underwater vehicles, and underwater robotics and ocean climate change advisory services, among other aspects.

Which of the given statement is/are incorrect?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None are correct

Inspired by: Govt. plans ‘ISRO-like’ ocean mission

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/govt-plans-isro-like-ocean-mission/

Q.5) Which of the given statements about PRASHAD Scheme is/are correct?

1. It is an initiative of Ministry of Culture.

2. It aims to develop infrastructure at major pilgrimage centres.

Select the correct codes from the following:

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: [pib] 26 religious cities/sites in 19 States have been identified under PRASHAD Scheme

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about UN Convention Against Corruption:

1. It is one of the legally binding international anti-corruption agreements

2. It is a multilateral treaty negotiated by member states of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

1. Only 1

2. Only 2

3. Both 1 and 2

4. None of the above

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Layers of protection: on changes in anti-corruption law

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Q.2) NASAMS-II is an:

a) Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile

b) UAV Drone

c) Ballistic Missile Defence System

d) Anti-aircraft artillery gun

Inspired by: India plans to buy missile shield from U.S.

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Q.3) Consider the following statement about DigiYatra:

1. DigiYatra is an industry-led initiative coordinated by the Ministry of Tourism.

2. It is aimed to bring major pilgrimage centers with air transit under UDAN Scheme.

Which of the given statement is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: Govt to roll out DigiYatra offering for air passengers soon

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Q.4) Consider the following statements about the provisions of Mahila shakti Kendra Scheme:

1. It is an initiative of HRD Ministry.

2. It is implemented with cost sharing ratio of 90:10 for all states.

3. District Level Centre for Women (DLCW) will be set up in all districts

Which of the given statement is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3

d) All are incorrect

Inspired by: [pib] Mahila Shakti Kendra Scheme

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Q.5) Consider the following statements about Trafficking of Persons (Prevention, Protection and Rehabilitation) Bill, 2018:

1. The Bill lays down a stringent punishment of 10 years to life imprisonment for aggravated forms of trafficking.

2. The forms of trafficking, include buying or selling of persons for the purpose of bonded labour, bearing a child as well as inflicting them to deadly diseases such as HIV.

3. National Investigation Agency (NIA) will be the nodal authority for probing cases of human trafficking.

Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?

a) Only 1

b) Only 3

c) 1 and 3

d) 2 and 3

Inspired by: Lok Sabha passes Anti-Trafficking Bill

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about Dedicated freight corridors (DFC):

1. It is an initiative of Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and Ministry of Railways.

2. These are freight-only railway lines to move goods between industrial heartlands in the North and ports on the Eastern and Western coasts.

3. Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCCIL) is registered as a company under the Companies Act 1956 on 30 October 2006.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3

d) All are incorrect

Inspired by: These two freight corridors will change the way India transports goods

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Q.2) BN Srikrishna Committee recommendations are related to :

a) Cryptocurrencies

b) Data Privacy

c) Cyber Security

d) NPA Crisis

Inspired by: Srikrishna panel upholds primacy of data privacy

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Q.3) Which of the given statements is/are correct with respect to FDI Confidence Index?

1. It is released by IMF.

2. It tracks the impact of stock markets and regulatory initiatives of a particular country.

Select the correct codes:

a) 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: India drops three ranks in AT Kearney FDI Confidence Index

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Q.4) Consider the following statements about Hydrocarbons exploration in India:

1. Definition of HCs includes Coal, Petroleum, Helium also apart from Coal-bed methane and Natural Gas.

2. Their exploration is based as per the new HELP Policy.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: Centre widens petroleum’s definition to cover more hydrocarbons

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Q.5) Mission Satyanishtha is an initiative of which of the following Department/Ministry?

a) Ministry of Railways

b) Ministry of HRD

c) Ministry of Home Affairs

d) Department of Personnel and Training

Inspired by: [pib] Indian Railways Launches “Mission Satyanishtha”

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Q.1) Vishwa Lochan Madan versus Union of India and Others (2005) is related to which of the following issue?

a) Nikah Halala

b) Triple Talaq

c) FGM

d) Sharia Courts

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] A parallel injustice system

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Q.2) Consider the following statements about incidence of HIV in India as per United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS):

1. With 2.1 million cases, India bears among the largest burden countries in the world.

2. Pneumonia is the largest killer of HIV patients throughout the world.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Tackling HIV

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Q.3) Consider the following statements about Privilege Motion:

1. It can only be moved against a Minister also.

2. It can only be introduced in Lok Sabha.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: Explained: Privilege Motion

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Q.4) Invest India is :

1. the National Investment Promotion and Facilitation Agency of India and acts as the first point of reference for investors in India.

2. It is set up as a statutory body.

Which of the given statement is/are not correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: [pib] Invest India

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Q.5) Consider the following statements about National Achievement Survey (NAS):

1. It is conducted by NSSO.

2. It is a survey of class-wise and subject-wise Learning Outcomes of school students.

3. The learning outcomes of Science and Mathematics are finalised under this survey.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 1, 2

b) Only 2

c) Only 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: [pib] National Achievement Survey (NAS) to increase focus on learning outcomes in quality of elementary education

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about Banka Unnayan programme:

1. It is an interactive online and offline study method through interactive concept videos, real-time doubt-clearing, examination and digital report card generation.
2. It involves teaching to class I to class X students through smart classes and Eckovation app
3. It is a subscheme under Unnat Bharat Abhiyan in schools of about 5,000 villages across the country.

Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?

a)1 and 2

b)2 and 3

c)3 only

d)All are correct

Inspired by: Banka Unnayan among three finalists in Commonwealth awards in innovation category

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Q.2) Which of the following reforms is called as Magna Carta of the Indian Constitution:

a)Morley-Minto Reforms

b)Pitts India Act

c)Montford Reforms

d)Pitts India Act

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] India’s Magna Carta

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Q.3) According to the National Policy on Biofuels, which of the given statements is/are correct?

1. It categorizes biofuels as “Basic Biofuels” such as bio ethanol & biodiesel and “Advanced Biofuels” such as Second Generation (2G) ethanol, bio-CNG as Third Generation Biofuels.
2. It has been released by Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change.

Select the correct codes:

a)Only 1

b)Only 2

c)Both 1 and 2

d)None

Inspired by: [pib] National Policy on Bio-Fuels-2018

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Q.4)Which of the given statements Poshan Abhiyan (National Nutrition Mission) is/are correct?

1. It is an initiative of Union Health Ministry.
2. It aims to spread awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding among lactating mothers.
3. Month of July is set to be celebrated as National Nutrition Month every year from now.

Select the correct codes:

a)Only 1

b)Only 2

c)2 and 3

d)None of the above

Inspired by: [pib] POSHAN Abhiyan (National Nutrition Mission)

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Q.5) Consider the following statements about Inter-Creditor Agreement (ICA) on resolving NPA Problem:

1. It is an agreement framed under the aegis of the Indian Banks’ Association and follows the recommendations of the Sunil Mehta Committee on stressed asset resolution.
2. It is composed of all heads of public sector banks.
3. It had mandated that if the resolution plan was not finalised within 90 days, the account had to be referred for bankruptcy proceedings.

Which of the given statement is/are correct?

a)1 and 2

b)2 and 3

c)3 only

d)1 only

Inspired by: Banks agree to resolve stressed assets quickly

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