Prelims 2019

UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I: 100 questions.

2019 · Question 51 · Society · Tribal Welfare
Consider the following statements about Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India : 1. PVTGs reside in 18 States and one Union Territory. 2. A stagnant or declining population is one of the criteria for determining PVTG status. 3. There are 95 PVTGs officially notified in the country so far. 4. Irular and Konda Reddi tribes are included in the list of PVTGs. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1, 2 and 3(b)2, 3 and 4(c)1, 2 and 4(d)1, 3 and 4
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 52 · Polity · Judiciary
With reference to the Constitution of India, prohibitions or limitations or provisions contained in ordinary laws cannot act as prohibitions or limitations on the constitutional powers under Article 142. It could mean which one of the following?
Choose your answer(a)The decisions taken by the Election Commission of India while discharging its duties cannot be challenged in any court of law.(b)The Supreme Court of India is not constrained in the exercise of its powers by laws made by the Parliament.(c)In the event of grave financial crisis in the country, the President of India can declare Financial Emergency without the counsel from the Cabinet.(d)State Legislatures cannot make laws on certain matters without the concurrence of Union Legislature.
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 53 · Polity · Parliament
With reference to the Legislative Assembly of a State in India, consider the following statements : 1. The Governor makes a customary address to Members of the House at the commencement of the first session of the year. 2. When a State Legislature does not have a rule on a particular matter, it follows the Lok Sabha rule on that matter. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 only(c)Both 1 and 2(d)Neither 1 nor 2
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 54 · International relations · International Organisations
Consider the following statements : 1. The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) has a ‘Protocol against the Smuggling of Migrants by Land, Sea and Air’. 2. The UNCAC is the ever-first legally binding global anti-corruption instrument. 3. A highlight of the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC) is the inclusion of a specific chapter aimed at returning assets to their rightful owners from whom they had been taken illicitly. 4. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is mandated by its member States to assist in the implementation of both UNCAC and UNTOC. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 and 3 only(b)2, 3 and 4 only(c)2 and 4 only(d)1, 2, 3 and 4
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 55 · Environment · Environmental Laws
Consider the following statements : 1. As per recent amendment to the Indian Forest Act, 1927, forest dwellers have the right to fell the bamboos grown on forest areas. 2. As per the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, bamboo is a minor forest produce. 3. The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006 allows ownership of minor forest produce to forest dwellers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 and 2 only(b)2 and 3 only(c)3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 56 · Polity · Fundamental Rights
Which Article of the Constitution of India safeguards one’s right to marry the person of one’s choice?
Choose your answer(a)Article 19(b)Article 21(c)Article 25(d)Article 29
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 57 · Economy · Intellectual Property
Consider the following statements : 1. According to the Indian Patents Act, a biological process to create a seed can be patented in India. 2. In India, there is no Intellectual Property Appellate Board. 3. Plant varieties are not eligible to be patented in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 and 3 only(b)2 and 3 only(c)3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 58 · Environment · Environmental Laws
Consider the following statements : The Environment Protection Act, 1986 empowers the Government of India to 1. state the requirement of public participation in the process of environmental protection, and the procedure and manner in which it is sought 2. lay down the standards for emission or discharge of environmental pollutants from various sources Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 only(c)Both 1 and 2(d)Neither 1 nor 2
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 59 · Environment · Waste Management
As per the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 in India, which one of the following statements is correct?
Choose your answer(a)Waste generator has to segregate waste into five categories.(b)The Rules are applicable to notified urban local bodies, notified towns and all industrial townships only.(c)The Rules provide for exact and elaborate criteria for the identification of sites for landfills and waste processing facilities.(d)It is mandatory on the part of waste generator that the waste generated in one district cannot be moved to another district.
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 60 · Economy · Labour and Employment
Consider the following statements : As per the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Central (Amendment) Rules, 2018 1. if rules for fixed-term employment are implemented, it becomes easier for the firms/companies to lay off workers 2. no notice of termination of employment shall be necessary in the case of temporary workman Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 only(c)Both 1 and 2(d)Neither 1 nor 2
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 61 · Economy · Banking
The Service Area Approach was implemented under the purview of
Choose your answer(a)Integrated Rural Development Programme(b)Lead Bank Scheme(c)Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme(d)National Skill Development Mission
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 62 · Economy · Industrial Policy
With reference to the management of minor minerals in India, consider the following statements : 1. Sand is a ‘minor mineral’ according to the prevailing law in the country. 2. State Governments have the power to grant mining leases of minor minerals, but the powers regarding the formation of rules related to the grant of minor minerals lie with the Central Government. 3. State Governments have the power to frame rules to prevent illegal mining of minor minerals. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 and 3 only(b)2 and 3 only(c)3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 63 · Economy · External Sector
Consider the following statements : 1. Most of India’s external debt is owed by governmental entities. 2. All of India’s external debt is denominated in US dollars. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 only(c)Both 1 and 2(d)Neither 1 nor 2
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 64 · Economy · Banking
Which of the following is not included in the assets of a commercial bank in India?
Choose your answer(a)Advances(b)Deposits(c)Investments(d)Money at call and short notice
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 65 · Economy · External Sector
In the context of India, which of the following factors is/are contributor/contributors to reducing the risk of a currency crisis? 1. The foreign currency earnings of India’s IT sector 2. Increasing the government expenditure 3. Remittances from Indians abroad Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)1 and 3 only(c)2 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 66 · Polity · Centre-State Relations
Which one of the following suggested that the Governor should be an eminent person from outside the State and should be a detached figure without intense political links or should not have taken part in politics in the recent past?
Choose your answer(a)First Administrative Reforms Commission (1966)(b)Rajamannar Committee (1969)(c)Sarkaria Commission (1983)(d)National Commission to Review the Working of the Constitution (2000)
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 67 · Economy · Financial Markets
Which of the following is issued by registered foreign portfolio investors to overseas investors who want to be part of the Indian stock market without registering themselves directly?
Choose your answer(a)Certificate of Deposit(b)Commercial Paper(c)Promissory Note(d)Participatory Note
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 68 · Environment · Environmental Laws
Consider the following statements : 1. As per law, the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority exists at both National and State levels. 2. People’s participation is mandatory in the compensatory afforestation programmes carried out under the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act, 2016. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 only(c)Both 1 and 2(d)Neither 1 nor 2
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 69 · Polity · Governance
In India, which of the following review the independent regulators in sectors like telecommunications, insurance, electricity, etc.? 1. Ad Hoc Committees set up by the Parliament 2. Parliamentary Department Related Standing Committees 3. Finance Commission 4. Financial Sector Legislative Reforms Commission 5. NITI Aayog Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Choose your answer(a)1 and 2(b)1, 3 and 4(c)3, 4 and 5(d)2 and 5
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 70 · Economy · Economic Planning
With reference to India’s Five-Year Plans, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. From the Second Five-Year Plan, there was a determined thrust towards substitution of basic and capital good industries. 2. The Fourth Five-Year Plan adopted the objective of correcting the earlier trend of increased concentration of wealth and economic power. 3. In the Fifth Five-Year Plan, for the first time, the financial sector was included as an integral part of the Plan. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Choose your answer(a)1 and 2 only(b)2 only(c)3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 71 · International relations · International Organisations
With reference to Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), consider the following statements : 1. AIIB has more than 80 member nations. 2. India is the largest shareholder in AIIB. 3. AIIB does not have any members from outside Asia. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 and 3 only(c)1 and 3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 72 · Economy · Banking
What was the purpose of Inter-Creditor Agreement signed by Indian banks and financial institutions recently?
Choose your answer(a)To lessen the Government of India’s perennial burden of fiscal deficit and current account deficit(b)To support the infrastructure projects of Central and State Governments(c)To act as independent regulator in case of applications for loans of ₹50 crore or more(d)To aim at faster resolution of stressed assets of ₹50 crore or more which are under consortium lending
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 73 · Economy · Banking
The Chairmen of public sector banks are selected by the
Choose your answer(a)Banks Board Bureau(b)Reserve Bank of India(c)Union Ministry of Finance(d)Management of concerned bank
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 74 · Economy · Infrastructure
Consider the following statements : 1. Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) is the first regulatory body set up by the Government of India. 2. One of the tasks of PNGRB is to ensure competitive markets for gas. 3. Appeals against the decisions of PNGRB go before the Appellate Tribunals for Electricity. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 and 2 only(b)2 and 3 only(c)1 and 3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 75 · Science & Tech · Information Technology
With reference to communication technologies, what is/are the difference/differences between LTE (Long-Term Evolution) and VoLTE (Voice over Long-Term Evolution)? 1. LTE is commonly marketed as 3G and VoLTE is commonly marketed as advanced 3G. 2. LTE is data-only technology and VoLTE is voice-only technology. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 only(c)Both 1 and 2(d)Neither 1 nor 2
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 76 · Society · Women Issues
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017? 1. Pregnant women are entitled for three months pre-delivery and three months post-delivery paid leave. 2. Enterprises with crèches must allow the mother minimum six crèche visits daily. 3. Women with two children get reduced entitlements. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Choose your answer(a)1 and 2 only(b)2 only(c)3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 77 · International relations · Global Reports
Which one of the following is not a sub-index of the World Bank’s ‘Ease of Doing Business Index’?
Choose your answer(a)Maintenance of law and order(b)Paying taxes(c)Registering property(d)Dealing with construction permits
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 78 · Environment · Waste Management
In India, ‘extended producer responsibility’ was introduced as an important feature in which of the following?
Choose your answer(a)The Bio-medical Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 1998(b)The Recycled Plastic (Manufacturing and Usage) Rules, 1999(c)The e-Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2011(d)The Food Safety and Standard Regulations, 2011
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 79 · Economy · Agriculture Economy
The economic cost of food grains to the Food Corporation of India is Minimum Support Price and bonus (if any) paid to the farmers plus
Choose your answer(a)transportation cost only(b)interest cost only(c)procurement incidentals and distribution cost(d)procurement incidentals and charges for godowns
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 80 · Society · Social Issues
In the context of any country, which one of the following would be considered as part of its social capital?
Choose your answer(a)The proportion of literates in the population(b)The stock of its buildings, other infrastructure and machines(c)The size of population in the working age group(d)The level of mutual trust and harmony in the society
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 81 · Polity · Judiciary
With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following statements : 1. No High Court shall have the jurisdiction to declare any central law to be constitutionally invalid. 2. An amendment to the Constitution cannot be called into question by the Supreme Court of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 only(c)Both 1 and 2(d)Neither 1 nor 2
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 82 · Economy · National Income
Consider the following statements : 1. Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) exchange rates are calculated by comparing the prices of the same basket of goods and services in different countries. 2. In terms of PPP dollars, India is the sixth largest economy in the world. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 only(c)Both 1 and 2(d)Neither 1 nor 2
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 83 · Geography · Agriculture
With reference to the cultivation of Kharif crops in India in the last five years, consider the following statements : 1. Area under rice cultivation is the highest. 2. Area under the cultivation of jowar is more than that of oilseeds. 3. Area of cotton cultivation is more than that of sugarcane. 4. Area under sugarcane cultivation has steadily decreased. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 and 3 only(b)2, 3 and 4 only(c)2 and 4 only(d)1, 2, 3 and 4
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 84 · Economy · Agriculture Economy
Among the agricultural commodities imported by India, which one of the following accounts for the highest imports in terms of value in the last five years?
Choose your answer(a)Spices(b)Fresh fruits(c)Pulses(d)Vegetable oils
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 85 · Polity · Political Concepts
In the context of polity, which one of the following would you accept as the most appropriate definition of liberty?
Choose your answer(a)Protection against the tyranny of political rulers(b)Absence of restraint(c)Opportunity to do whatever one likes(d)Opportunity to develop oneself fully
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 86 · Economy · External Sector
Which one of the following is not the most likely measure the Government/RBI takes to stop the slide of Indian rupee?
Choose your answer(a)Curbing imports of non-essential goods and promoting exports(b)Encouraging Indian borrowers to issue rupee denominated Masala Bonds(c)Easing conditions relating to external commercial borrowing(d)Following an expansionary monetary policy
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 87 · Economy · Banking
Consider the following statements : The Reserve Bank of India’s recent directives relating to ‘Storage of Payment System Data’, popularly known as data diktat, command the payment system providers that 1. they shall ensure that entire data relating to payment systems operated by them are stored in a system only in India 2. they shall ensure that the systems are owned and operated by public sector enterprises 3. they shall submit the consolidated system audit report to the Comptroller and Auditor General of India by the end of the calendar year Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)1 and 2 only(c)3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 88 · Science & Tech · Information Technology
Which of the following adopted a law on data protection and privacy for its citizens known as ‘General Data Protection Regulation’ in April 2016 and started implementation of it from 25th May, 2018?
Choose your answer(a)Australia(b)Canada(c)The European Union(d)The United States of America
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 89 · International relations · Bilateral Relations
Recently, India signed a deal known as ‘Action Plan for Prioritization and Implementation of Cooperation Areas in the Nuclear Field’ with which of the following countries?
Choose your answer(a)Japan(b)Russia(c)The United Kingdom(d)The United States of America
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 90 · Economy · Monetary Policy
The money multiplier in an economy increases with which one of the following?
Choose your answer(a)Increase in the cash reserve ratio(b)Increase in the banking habit of the population(c)Increase in the statutory liquidity ratio(d)Increase in the population of the country
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 91 · Science & Tech · Information Technology
In the context of digital technologies for entertainment, consider the following statements : 1. In Augmented Reality (AR), a simulated environment is created and the physical world is completely shut out. 2. In Virtual Reality (VR), images generated from a computer are projected onto real-life objects or surroundings. 3. AR allows individuals to be present in the world and improves the experience using the camera of smart-phone or PC. 4. VR closes the world, and transposes an individual, providing complete immersion experience. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 and 2 only(b)3 and 4(c)1, 2 and 3(d)4 only
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 92 · Science & Tech · Biology
The word ‘Denisovan’ is sometimes mentioned in media in reference to
Choose your answer(a)fossils of a kind of dinosaurs(b)an early human species(c)a cave system found in North-East India(d)a geological period in the history of Indian subcontinent
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 93 · Science & Tech · Biotechnology
With reference to the recent developments in science, which one of the following statements is not correct?
Choose your answer(a)Functional chromosomes can be created by joining segments of DNA taken from cells of different species.(b)Pieces of artificial functional DNA can be created in laboratories.(c)A piece of DNA taken out from an animal cell can be made to replicate outside a living cell in a laboratory.(d)Cells taken out from plants and animals can be made to undergo cell division in laboratory petri dishes.
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 94 · Science & Tech · Information Technology
Consider the following statements : A digital signature is 1. an electronic record that identifies the certifying authority issuing it 2. used to serve as a proof of identity of an individual to access information or server on Internet 3. an electronic method of signing an electronic document and ensuring that the original content is unchanged Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 and 3 only(c)3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 95 · Science & Tech · Information Technology
In the context of wearable technology, which of the following tasks is/are accomplished by wearable devices? 1. Location identification of a person 2. Sleep monitoring of a person 3. Assisting the hearing impaired person Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Choose your answer(a)1 only(b)2 and 3 only(c)3 only(d)1, 2 and 3
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 96 · Science & Tech · Biotechnology
‘RNA interference (RNAi)’ technology has gained popularity in the last few years. Why? 1. It is used in developing gene silencing therapies. 2. It can be used in developing therapies for the treatment of cancer. 3. It can be used to develop hormone replacement therapies. 4. It can be used to produce crop plants that are resistant to viral pathogens. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Choose your answer(a)1, 2 and 4(b)2 and 3(c)1 and 3(d)1 and 4 only
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 97 · Science & Tech · Physics
Recently, scientists observed the merger of giant ‘blackholes’ billions of light-years away from the Earth. What is the significance of this observation?
Choose your answer(a)‘Higgs boson particles’ were detected.(b)‘Gravitational waves’ were detected.(c)Possibility of inter-galactic space travel through ‘wormhole’ was confirmed.(d)It enabled the scientists to understand ‘singularity’.
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 98 · Science & Tech · Health and Diseases
Which of the following are the reasons for the occurrence of multi-drug resistance in microbial pathogens in India? 1. Genetic predisposition of some people 2. Taking incorrect doses of antibiotics to cure diseases 3. Using antibiotics in livestock farming 4. Multiple chronic diseases in some people Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Choose your answer(a)1 and 2(b)2 and 3 only(c)1, 3 and 4(d)2, 3 and 4
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 99 · Science & Tech · Biotechnology
What is Cas9 protein that is often mentioned in news?
Choose your answer(a)A molecular scissors used in targeted gene editing(b)A biosensor used in the accurate detection of pathogens in patients(c)A gene that makes plants pest-resistant(d)A herbicidal substance synthesized in genetically modified crops
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
2019 · Question 100 · Science & Tech · Health and Diseases
Which one of the following statements is not correct?
Choose your answer(a)Hepatitis B virus is transmitted much like HIV.(b)Hepatitis B, unlike Hepatitis C, does not have a vaccine.(c)Globally, the number of people infected with Hepatitis B and C viruses are several times more than those infected with HIV.(d)Some of those infected with Hepatitis B and C viruses do not show the symptoms for many years.
Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)

With reference to the Constitution of India, prohibitions or limitations or provisions contained in ordinary laws cannot act as prohibitions or limitations on the constitutional powers under Article 142. It could mean which one of the following?

Which Article of the Constitution of India safeguards one’s right to marry the person of one’s choice?

As per the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 in India, which one of the following statements is correct?

The Service Area Approach was implemented under the purview of

Consider the following statements : 1. Most of India’s external debt is owed by governmental entities. 2. All of India’s external debt is denominated in US dollars. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following is not included in the assets of a commercial bank in India?

Which one of the following suggested that the Governor should be an eminent person from outside the State and should be a detached figure without intense political links or should not have taken part in politics in the recent past?

Which of the following is issued by registered foreign portfolio investors to overseas investors who want to be part of the Indian stock market without registering themselves directly?

With reference to Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), consider the following statements : 1. AIIB has more than 80 member nations. 2. India is the largest shareholder in AIIB. 3. AIIB does not have any members from outside Asia. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

What was the purpose of Inter-Creditor Agreement signed by Indian banks and financial institutions recently?

The Chairmen of public sector banks are selected by the

Which one of the following is not a sub-index of the World Bank’s ‘Ease of Doing Business Index’?

In India, ‘extended producer responsibility’ was introduced as an important feature in which of the following?

The economic cost of food grains to the Food Corporation of India is Minimum Support Price and bonus (if any) paid to the farmers plus

In the context of any country, which one of the following would be considered as part of its social capital?

Among the agricultural commodities imported by India, which one of the following accounts for the highest imports in terms of value in the last five years?

In the context of polity, which one of the following would you accept as the most appropriate definition of liberty?

Which one of the following is not the most likely measure the Government/RBI takes to stop the slide of Indian rupee?

Which of the following adopted a law on data protection and privacy for its citizens known as ‘General Data Protection Regulation’ in April 2016 and started implementation of it from 25th May, 2018?

Recently, India signed a deal known as ‘Action Plan for Prioritization and Implementation of Cooperation Areas in the Nuclear Field’ with which of the following countries?

The money multiplier in an economy increases with which one of the following?

The word ‘Denisovan’ is sometimes mentioned in media in reference to

With reference to the recent developments in science, which one of the following statements is not correct?

In the context of wearable technology, which of the following tasks is/are accomplished by wearable devices? 1. Location identification of a person 2. Sleep monitoring of a person 3. Assisting the hearing impaired person Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Recently, scientists observed the merger of giant ‘blackholes’ billions of light-years away from the Earth. What is the significance of this observation?

What is Cas9 protein that is often mentioned in news?

Which one of the following statements is not correct?