1. In the Union Budget 2011-12, a full exemption from the basic customs duty was extended to the bio-based asphalt (bioasphalt) What is the importance of this material

1. Unlike traditional asphalt, bioasphalt
is not based on fossil fuels.
2. Bioasphalt can be made from non-renewable
resources.
3. Bioasphalt can be made from organic waste materials.
4. It is eco-friendly to use bioasphalt
for surfacing of the roads.

Which of the statements given above are correct
2 and 3 only
3 and 4 only
2 and 4 only
3 and 4

2. Consider the following:

1. Carbon dioxide
2. Oxides of Nitrogen
3. Oxides of Sulphur
Which of the above is/are the emission/ emissions from coal combustion at thermal power plants?
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3

3. Satellites used for telecommunication relay are kept in a geostationary orbit. A satellite is said to be the such an orbhit
when:
1. The orbit is geosyncronous.
2. The orbit is circular.
3. The orbit lies in the plane of the Earth's equator.
4. The orbit is at an altitude of 22,236 km.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
2 and 3 only
3 and 4 only
2 and 4 only
3 and 4

4. lndia has experienced persistent and high food inflation in the recent past.
What could be the reasons?

1. Due to a gradual switchover to the cultivation of commercial crops. the area under the cultivation of food grains has steadily decreased in the last five years by about 30
2. As a consequence of increasing incomes, the consumption patterns of the people have undergone
a significant change.
3. The food supply chain has structural constraints.

Which of the statements given above are correct?
l and 2 only
2 and 3 only
l and 3 only
1 2 and 3

5. At present, scientists can determine the
arrangement or relative positions of genes or DNA sequences on a chromosome. How does this knowledge benefit us?

l. It is possible to know the pedigree of livestok.
2. It is possible to understand the causes of all human diseases.
3. It is possible to develop disease-resistant
animal breeds.

Which ot the statements given above
is are correct
1 and 2 only
2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3

6. In terms of economy, the visit by foreign nationals to witness the XIX Common Wealth Games in lndia amounted to

Export
Import
Production
Consumption

7. Microbial fuel cells are considered a source of sustainable energy. Why?

1. They Use living organisms as catalysts to generate electricity from certain substrates.
2. They use a variety of inorganic materials as substrates.
3. They can be installed in waste water treatment plants to cleanse water and produce electricity.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1,2and 3

8. Which one of the following statements appropriately describes the "fiscal stimulus"?

It is a massive investment by the Government in manufacturing sector to ensure the supply of goods to meet the demand surge caused by rapid economic growth
It is an intense affirmative action of the Government to boost economic activity in the country
It is Government's intensive action on financial institutions to ensure disbursement of loans to agriculture and allied sectors to promote
greater food production and contain food inflation
It is an extreme affirmative action by the Government to pursue its policy of financial inclusion

9. The formation of ozone hole in the Antarctic region has been a cause of concern. What could be the reason for the formation of this hole?

Presence of prominent tropospheric turbulence; and inflow of chlorofluorocarbons
Presence of prominent polar front and stratospheric clouds; and inflow of chlorofluorocarbons
Absence of polar front and stratospheric clouds; and inflow of methane and chlorofluorocarbons
Increased temperature at polar region due to global warming

10. Consider the following actions which the Government can take

1. Devaluing the domestic currency.
2. Reduction in the export subsidy.
1. Adopting suitable policies which attract greater FDI and more funds from FIIs.

Which of the above action/actions can help in reducing the curret account deficit?
1 and 2
1 and 3
1 only
I and 3

11. The Constitution (Seventy-Third Amendment)
Act. 1992. which aims at promoting the Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country, provides for which of the following?

1. Constitution of District Planning Committees.
2. State Election Commissions to conduct all panchayat elections.
3. Establishment of State Finance Commissions.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
2 and 3

12. Two important rivers one with its source in Jharkhand (and known by a different name in Odisha), and another, with its source in Odisha merge at a place only a short distance from the
coast of Bay of Bengal before flowing into the sea. This is an important site of wildlife and biodiversity and a protected area.

Which one of the following could be this?
Bhitarkanika
Chandipur-on-sea
Gopalpur-on-sea
Simlipal

13. A rapid increase in the rate of inflation
is sometimes attributed to the "base eftect". What is "base effect"

It is the impact of drastic deficiency in supply due to failure of crops
It is the impact of the surge in demand due to rapid economic growth
It is the impact of the price levels of previous year on the calculation of inflation rate
None of [he statements and given above is correct in this context

14. India is regarded as a country with "Demographic Dividend". This is due to

Its high population in the age group below 15 years
Its high population in the age group of 15· 64 years
Its high population in the age group
above 65 years
Its high total population

15. Regarding "carbon credits", which one
of the following statements is not
correct?

The carbon credit system was ratified in conjunction with the Kyoto Protocol
Carbon credits are awarded to countries or groups that have reduced greenhouse gases below
their emission quota
The goal of thl: carbon credit system is to limit the increase of carbon dioxide emission
Carbon credits are traded at a price fixed from time to time by the United Nations Environment Programme

16. Which one of the following is not a feature of "Value Added Tax"

It is a multi·point destination-based system of taxation
It is a tax levied on value addition at each stage of transacion in the production distribution chain
It is a tax on the final consumption of goods or services and must ultimately be borne by the consumer
It is basically it subject of the Central
Government and the State Governments are only a facilitator for its successful Implementation

17. A "closed economy" is an economy in
which

the money supply is fully controlled
deficit financing takes place
only exports take place
neither exports nor imports take
place

18. When the bark of a tree is removed in a circular fashion all around near its base, it gradually dries up and dies because

Water from soil cannot rise to aerial parts
Roots are starved of energy
Tree is infected by soil microbes
Roots do not receive oxygen for respiration

19.The "New START' treaty was in the news.
What is this treaty?

It is a bilateral strategic nuclear arms reduction treaty between the USA and the RussIan Federation
It is a multilateral energy security cooperation treaty among the members of the East Asia Summit
It is a treaty between the Russian Federation and the European Union for the energy security cooperation
It is a multilateral cooperation treaty among the BRICS countries for the promotion of trade

20. Three of the following criteria have
contributed to the recognition of Western Ghats Sri Lanka and lndo-Burma regions as hotspots of biodiversity
1.Species richness
2. Vegetation density
3. Endemism
4. Ethno-botanical importance
5. Threat perception
6. Adaptallon of flora and fauna to
warm and humid conditions

Which three of the above are correct criteria in this comext?
2 and 6
4 and 6
3 and 5
4 and 6

21. Human activities in the recent past have caused the increased concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. but a lot of it does not remain in the lower atmosphere because of

1. its escape into the outer stratosphere.
2. the photosynthesis by phytoplankton in the oceans.
3. the trapping of air in the polar ice caps.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct
1 and 2
2 only
2 and 3
3 only

22. In the context of ecosystem productivity,
marine upwelling zones are important as they increase the marine productivity by bringing the

1. decomposer microorganisms to the surface.
2. nutrients to lhe surface.
3. bottom-dwelling organisms to the surface.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 and 2
2 only
2 and 3
3 only

23. If a tropical rain forest is removed, it does not regenerate quickly as compared to a tropical deciduous forest.This is because

the soil of rain forest is deficient in nutrients
propaagates of the trees in a rain forest have poor viability
the rain forest species are slow-growing
exotic species invade the fertile soil of rain forest

24. The Himalayan Range is very rich in species diversity. Which one among the following is the most appropriate reason for this phenomenon?

It has a high rainfall that supports luxuriant vegetative growth
It is a confluence of different bio· geographical zones
Exotic and invasive species have not been introduced in this region
It has less human interference

25. With reference to India, consider the following Central Acts.

1. Import and Export (Control) Act, 1947
2. Mining and Mineral Development (Regulation) Act, 1957
3 Customs Act, 1962
4. Indin Forest Act, 1927

Which of the above Acts have relevance
to/bearing on the biodiversity conservation
in the country?
1 and 3 only
3 and 4 only
1. 3 and 4
None of the above Acts

26. Karl Marx explained the process of class struggle with the help of which one of the following theories?

Empirical liberalism
Existentialism
Darwin's theory of evolution
Dialectical materialism

27. A layer in the Earth's atmosphere called
Ionosphere facilitates radio conununication.
Why?

1. The presence of ozone causes the reflection of radio waves to Earth.
2. Radio waves have a very long wavelength.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

28. Both foreign Direct Investment and Foreign Institutional lnvestOI are related to investment in a country. Which one of the following statements best represents an important difference between the two?

FII helps bring better management skills and technology, while FDI only brings in capital
PH helps in increasing capital availability in general, while FII only targets specific sectors
FDI flows only into the secondary market while FII targets primary market
FII is considered to be more stable than FDI

29. A genetically engineered form of brinjal,
known as the Bt-brinjal, has been developed. The objective of this is

To make it pest-resistant
To improve its taste and nutritive qualities
To make it drought-resistant
To make its shelf-life longer

30. With reference to "Aam Admi Bima Yojana". consider the following statements:

1. The member insured under the scheme must be the head of the family or an earning member of the
family in a rural landless household.
2. The member insured must be in the age group of 30 to 65 years.
3. There is a provision for free scholarship for up to two children of the insured who are studying
between classes 9 and 12.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3

31. In the context of global oil prices, "Brent
crude oil" is frequently referrcd to in the news. What does this term imply?

1. It is a major classification of crude oil.
2. It is sourced from North Sea.
3. It does not contain sulphur.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2 only
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3

32. The function of heavy water in a nuclear
reactor is to

Slow down the speed of neutrons
Increase the speed of neutrons
Cool down the reactor
Stop the nuclear reaction

33. In India, If a religious sect/community is
given the status of a national minority.
what special advantages it is entitled to?

1. It can establish and administer exclusive educational institutions.
2. The President of India automatically nominates a representative of the coummunity to Lok Sabha.
3. It can derive benefits from the Prime minister's 15-Point Programme.

Which of the statements gIven above
is/are correct

1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3

34. India is home to lakhs of persons with disabilities. What are the benefits available
to them under the law?

1. free schooling till the age of 18 years in government-run schools.
2. Preferential allotment of land for setting up business.
3. Ramps in public buildings.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3

35. With what purpose is the Government of India promoting the concept of "Mega Food Parks"

1. To provide good infrastructure facilities for the food processing industry.
2. To increase the processing of perishable items and reduce wastage.
3. To provide emerging and ecofriendly food processing technologies to entrepreneurs.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below
1 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
2 and 3

36. The authorization for the withdrawal of funds from the consolidated Fund of India must come from

The President of India
The Parliament of lndia
The Prime Minister of India
The Union Finance Minister

37. All revenues received by the Union Government by way of taxes and other receipts for the conduct of Govermment business are credited to the

Contingency Fund of India
Public Account
Consolidated Fund of India
Deposits and Advances Fund

38. Microfinance is the provision of financial services to people of low-income groups. This includes both the consumers and the self-employed. The service/services rendered under microfinance
is/are

1. credit facilities
2. Savings facilities
3. Insurance facilities
4. Fund Transfer facilities

Select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:

1 only
1 and 4 only
2 and 3 only
l 3 and 4

39. Southeast Asia has captivated the attention of global community over space and time as a geostrategically significant region. Which among the
following is the most convincing explanation for this global perspective

It was the hot theatre during the Second World War
Its location between the Asian powers of China and India
It was the arena of superpower confrontation during the Cold War period

Its location between the Pacific and Indian oceans and its pre-eminent maritime character

40. A company marketing food products advertises that its items do not contain trans-fats. What does this campaign signify to the customers?

1. The food products are not made out of hydrogenated oils.
2. The food products are not made out of animal fats/oils.
3. The oils used are not likely to damage the cardiovaacular health of the consumers.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3

41. Among the following who are eligible to benefit from the "Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act"

Adult members of only the scheduled caste and scheduled tribe households
Adult members of below poverty line households
Adult members of households of all backward communities
Adult members of any household

42. With reference to "Look East Policy" of India. consider the following statements'

1. India wants to establish itself as an important regional player in the East Asian affairs.
2. India wants to plug the vacuum created by the termination of Cold War.
3. India wants to restore the historical and cultural ties with its neighbours in Southeast and East Asia.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
1 and 3 only
3 only
2 and 3

43. When the annual Union Budget is not passed by the Lok Sabha,

the Budget is modified and presented again
the Budget is referred to the Rajya Sabha for suggestions
the Union Finance Minister is asked to resign
the Prime Minister submits the resignation of Council of Ministers

44. Under the Constitution of India, which one of the following is not a fundamental duty

To vote in public elections
To develop the scientific temper
To safeguard public property
To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals

45. With reference to the Finance Commission of India, which of the following statements is correct

It encourages the inflow of foreign capital for infrastructure development
It facilitates the proper distribution of finances among the Public Sector Undertakings
It ensures transparency in financial administration
None of the statements and given above is correct in this context

46. Consider the following

1. Right to education.
2. Right to equal access to public service.
3. Right to food.

Which of the above is/are Human Right/Human Rights under "Universal Declaration of Human Rights"

1 only
1 and 2 only
3 only
2 and 3



47. There is a concern over the increase in harmful algal blooms in the seawaters of lndia. What could be the causative factors for this phenomenon

1. Discharge of nutrients from the estuaries.
2. Run-off from the land during the monsoon.
3. Upwelling in the seas.

Select the correct answer codes given below
only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
2 and 3

48. Consider the following:

1. Photosynthesis
2. Respiration
3. Decay of organic matter
4 Volcanic action

Which of the above add carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on Earth
1 and 4 only
2 and 3 only
3 and 4 only
3 and 4

49. Recently, the USA decided to support India's membership in multi-lateral export control regimes called the "Australia Group" and the "Wassenaar
Arrangement". What is the difference between them

1. The Australia Group is an informal arrangement which aims to allow exporting countries to minimize the risk of assisting chemical and biological weapons. proliferation, whereas the Wassenaar Arrangement is a fonnal group under the
OECD holding identical objectives.
2. The Australia Group comprises predominantly of Asian, African and North American countries, whereas the member countries of Wassenaar Arrangement are predominantly from the European
Union and American continents.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2



50. The surface of a lake is frozen in severe winter, but the water at its bottom is still liquid. What is the reason?

Ice is a bad conductor of heat
Since the surface of the lake is at the same temperature as the air, no heat is lost
The density of water is maximum at 4°C
None of the statements and given above is correct

51. A sandy and saline area is the natural habitat of an Indian animal species. The animal has no predators in that area but its existence is threatened due to the destruction of its habitat.

Which one of the following could be that animal
Indian wild buffalo
Indian wild ass
Indian wild boar
Indian gazelle

52. La Nina is suspected to have caused recent floods in Australia. How is La Nina different from El Nino?

1. La Nina is characterised by unusually cold ocean temperature in equatorial Indian Ocean whereas El Nino is characterised by unusually
warm Ocean temperature in the equatorial Pacific Ocean.
2. El Nino has adverse effect on sourh-west monsoon of India, but La Nina has no effect on monsoon climate.

Which of the statements given above is/ are correct

1 only
2 on1y
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

53. The tendency for increased litigation was visible after the introduction of the land settlement system of Lord Cornwalls in 1793. The reason for this is normally traced to which of the
following provisions?

Making Zamindar's position stronger visuavis the ryot
Making East India Company an overlord of Zamindars
Making judicial system more efficient
None of the and above

54. Which one of the following observations is not true about the Quit India Movement of 1942

It was a non-violent movement
It was led by Mahatma Gandhi
It was a spontaneous movement
It did not attract the labor class in general

55. Which amongst the following provided a common factor for tribal insurrection in India in the 19th century

Introduction of a new system of land revenue and taxation of tribal products
Influence of foreign religious missionaries in tribal areas
Rise of a large number of money lenders. traders and revenue farmers as middlemen in tribal
areas
The complete disruption of the old agrarian order of the tribal communities

56. India maintained its early cultural Contracts and trade links with Southeast Asia across the Bay of Bengal For this pre-eminence of early maritime
history of Bay of Bengal. which of the following
could be the most convincing explanation/explanations?

As compared to other countries, India had a better ship-building technology in ancient and medieval times
The rulers of southern India ,always patronized traders, brahmin priests and buddhist monks in this context
Monsoon winds across the Bay of Bengal facilitated sea voyages
Both and are convincing explanations in this context

57. What is the difterence between Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices

Bluetooth uses 2-4 GHz radio frequency band. whereas Wt-Fi can use 2-4 GHz, or 5 GHz frequency
band
Bluetooth 1S used for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) only. whereas Wi-Fi is used for
Wireless Wide Area Networks (WWAN) only
When information is transmitted between two devices using Bluetooth technology, the devices have
to be in the line of sight of each other, but when Wi-Fi technology is used the devices need not be in the line of ,sight of each other
the statements and given above are correct in this context

58. With reference to micro-lmgation. which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. Fertilizer/nutrient loss can be reduced.
2. It is the only means of irrigation in dry land farming.
3. In some areas of farming, receding of ground water table can be checked.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3

59. With reference to the period of colonial rule in India, "Home Charges" formed an important part of drain of wealth from India. Which of the following funds constituted "Home Charges"

1. Funds used to support the India Office in London.
2. Funds used to pay salaries and pensions of British personnel engaged in India.
3. Funds used for waging wars outside India by the British.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
2 and 3

60. What was the reason for Mahatma Gandhi to organize a satyagraha on behalf of the peasants of Kheda?

1. The Administration did not suspend the land revenue collection in spite of a drought.
2. The Administration proposed to introduce Permanent Settlement in Gujarat.

Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

61. Biodiversity forms the basis for human
existence in the following ways

1. Soil formation
2 Prevention of soil erosion
3. Recycling of waste
4. Pollination of crops

Select the correct answer using the codes given below,
2 and 3 only
and 4 only
l and 4 only
3 and 4

62. Aspartame is an artificial sweetener sold in the market. It consists of amino acids and provides calories like other amino acids. Yet, it is used as a low-calorie sweetening agent in food items. What is the basis of this use

Aspartame is as sweet as table sugar, but unlike table sugar, it is not readily oxidized in human body due to lack of requisite enzymes
When aspartame is used in food processing, the sweet taste remains, but it becomes resistant to oxidation
Aspartame is as sweet as sugar, but after ingestion into the body. it is converted into metabolites that yield no calories
Aspartame is several times sweeter than table sugar, hence food items made with small quantities of aspartame yield fewer calories on oxidation

63. What was the purpose with which Sir William Wedderburn and W. S. Caine had set up the Indian Parliamentary Committee in 1893?

To agitate for Indian political reforms in the House of Commons
To campaign for the entry of Indians into the Imperial Judiciary
To facilitate a discussion on India's Independence in the Br1tish Parliament
To agitate for the entry of eminent Indians into the British Parliament


67. Mahatma Gandhi said that some of his deepest convictions were reflected in a book titled, "Unto this Last" and the book transformed his life. What was the message from the book that transformed
Mahatma Gandhi

Uplifting the oppressed and poor is the moral responsibility of an educated man
The good of individual is contained in the good of all
The life of celibacy and spiritual pursuit are essential for a noble life
All the statements and are correct in this context

68. With reference to Indian freedom struggle. Usha Mehta is well-known for

Running the secret Congress Radio in the wake of Quit India Move-ment
Participating in the Second Round Table Conference
Leading a contingent of lndian National Army
Assisting in the formation of Interim Government under Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru

69. A new optical disc format known as the
Blu-ray Disc is becoming popular. In what way is it different from the traditional DVD?

1. DVD supports Standard Definition video while BD suppons High Definition video.
2. Compared to a DVD. the BD format has several times more storage capacity.
3. Thickness of BD is 2·4 mm while that of DVD is 1.2 mm.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
2 and 3

70. With reference to the period of Indian freedom struggle. which of the following was/were recommended by the Nehru report?

1. Complete Independence for India.
2. Joint electorates for reservation of seats for minorities.
3. Provision of fundamental rights for the people of India in the Constitution.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3

71. Among the following States, which one has the most suitable climatic conditions for the cultivation of d large variety of orchids with minimum cost of producton, and can develop an export oriented industry in this field?

Andhra Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh

72. Which one of the following is not a site for in-situ method of conservation of flora?

Biosphere Reserve
Botanical Garden
National Park
Wildlife Sanctuary


73. Consider the following statements
In India, a Metropolitan Planning Committee

1. is constituted under the provisions of the Constitution of India.
2. prepares the draft development plans for metropolitan area.
3. has the sole responsibility for implementing Government sponsored schemes in the metropolitan
area.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 and 2 only
2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3

74. What is the difference between "vote-on-account and "interim budget"

1. The provision of a "vote"on-account" is used by a regular Govermment while an "interim budget" is a provision used by a caretaker Government

2. A "vote-on-account" only deals with the expenditure in Government's budget while an "interim
budget" includtes both expenditure and receipts.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

75. Regarding the International Monetary Fund, which one of the following statements is correct?

It can grant loans to any country
It can grant loans to only developed countries
It grants loans to only member countries
It can grant loans to the central bank of a country

76. The 2004 Tsunami made people realize that mangroves can serve as a reliable safety hedge against coastal calamities. How do mangroves function as a safety hedge?

The mangrove swamps separate the human settlements from the sea by a wide zone in which people neither live nor venture out
The mangroves provide both food and medicines which people are in need of after any natural disaster
The mangrove trees are tall with dense canopies and serve as an excellent shelter during a cyclone or tsunami
The mangrove trees do not get uprooted by storms and tides because of their extensive roots

77. The Jain philosophy holds that the world is created and maintained by

Universal Law
Universal Truth
Universal Faith
Universal Soul

78. Salinization occurs when the irrigation water accumulated in the soil evaporates, leaving behind salts and minerals. What are the effects of salinization on the irrigation land?

It greatly increases the crop production
It makes some soils impermeable
It raises the water table
Cd) It fills the air spaces in the soil with
water

79. The "Red Data Books" published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources(UCN) contain lists off

1. Endemic plant and animal species present in the biodiversity hotspots.
2. Threatened plant and animal species.
3. Protected sites tor conservation of nature and natural resources in various countries.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 and 3
2 only
2 and 3
3 only

80. Why is the offering of "teaser loans" by
commercial banks a Cause of economic concern?

1. The teaser loans are considered to be an aspect of sub-prime lending and banks may be exposed to the
risk of defaulters in future.
2. In India, the teaser loans are mostly given to inexperienced entrepreneurs to set up manufacturing or export units.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

81. An artificial satellite orbiting around the
Earth does not fall down. This is so because the attraction of Earth

does not exist at such distance
is neutralized by the attraction of the moon
provides the necessary speed for its steady motion
provides the necessary acceleration
for its motion

82. In the context of Indian economy. consider the following statements:

1. The growth rate of GDP has steadily increased in the last five years.
2. The growth rate in per capital income has steadily increased in the last five years.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

83. In India, which of the following have the highest share in the disbursement of credit to agriculture and allied activities?

Commercial Banks
Cooperative Banks
Regional Rural Banks
Microfinance Institutions

84. Which of the following can aid in furthering the Government's objective of inclusive growth?

Promoting Self-Help Groups
Promoting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
3. Implementing the Right to Education Act

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
1 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
2 and 3

85. Why is the Government of India disinvesting its equity in the Central Public Sector Enterprises

1. The Government intends to use the revenue earned from the disinvestment mainly to pay back the
external debt.
2. The Government no longer intends to retain the management control of the CPSEs.

Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

86. What is the difference between asteroids and comets?

1. Asteroids are small rocky planetoids. while comets are formed of frozen gases held together by rocky and metallic material.
2. Asteroids are found mostly between the orbits of Jupiter and Mars, while comets are found mostly
between Venus and Mercury.
3. Comets show a perceptible glowing tail, while asteroids do not.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
3 only
2 and 3

87. Economic growth is usually coupled with

Deflation
Inflation
Stagflation
Hyperinflation

88. The lowering of Bank Rate by the Reserve Bank of India leads to

More liquidity in the market
Less liquidity in the market
No change in the liquidity in the market
Mobilization of more deposits by commercial banks

89. Westerlies in southern hemisphere are
stronger and persistent than in northern
hemisphere. Why?

1. Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere.
2. Coriolis force is higher in southern hemisphere as compared to northern hemisphere

Which of the statements given above is are correct
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

90. Between India and East Asia, the navigation-
time and distance can be greatly reduced by which of the following?

1. Deepening the Malacca straits between Malaysia and Indonesia.
2. Opening a new canal across the Kraisthmus between the Gulf of Siam and Andaman Sea.

which of the statements given above is/are correct?
l only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2


91. Regular intake of fresh fruits and vegetables is recommended in the diet since they are a good source of antioxidants. How do antioxidants help
a person maintain health and promote longevity?

They activate the enzymes necessary for vitamin synthesis in the body and help prevent vitamin deficiency
They prevent excessive oxidation of carbohydrates, fats and proteins in the body and help avoid unnecessary wastage of energy
They neutralize the free radicals produced in the body during metabolism
They activate certain genes in the cells of the body and hdp delay the ageing process

92. Regarding the Indus Valley Civilization, consider the following statements

1. It was predominantly a secular civilization and the religious element, though present, did not
dominate the scene.
2. During this period. cotton was used for manufacturing textiles in India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

93. The lower Gangetic plain is characterised by humid climate wah high temperature througout the year, Which one among the following parts of crops is most suitable for this region?

Paddy and cotton
Wheat and Jute
Paddy and Jute
Wheat and cotton

94. What could be the main reason/reasons for the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt?

1. It is located in the sub-tropical high pressure cells
2. It is under the influence of warm ocean currents.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

95. The Jet aircrafts fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratospere What could he the appropriate explanation?

1. There are no clouds or water vapour in the lower stratospere
2. There are no vertical winds in the lower stratospere

Which of the statements given above is/are correct in this context?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

96. Consider the folloing statements;

1. Biodiversity is normally greater in the tower latitudes as compared to the higher latitudes,
2. Along the mountain gradients, biodiversity is normally greater in the lower altitudes as compared to the higher altitudes.

Which of the statements given above
is/are correct
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2

97. The Brahmaputra, Irrawady and Mekong river'S originate in Tihet and flow throuh narrow and parallel mountain ranges in their upper reaches. Of these rivers, Brahmaputra makes a "U" turm in
its course to flow into lndia. This "U" turn is due to

Uplift of folded Himalayan series
Syntaxtal bending of geologically young Himalayas
geo-cectome dissturbance in the tertiary folded mountain chains
Both and above

98. A state in India has the following characterstics:

1.Its northern part is and sem
Its part is arid and semid;
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1. Its part produces cotton.
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users can access a shared pool of
computing resources through a
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and given above is Ii correct
description of Virtual
Network

100. The "dharma" and "rita" depict a central idea of ancient Vedic civilization of India. In this context, consider the following statements

1. Dharma was a conception of obligations and of the discharge of one's duties to oneself and to
others.
2. Rita was the fundamental moral law governing the functioning of the universe and all it contained.

Which of the statements given above
is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2