June-2023

1. Which one of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution gives powers to the President to set up an Inter-state Council?

a) Article 262
b) Article 263
c) Article 280
d) Article 340
Answer: b

2. Consider the following statements:
1. An upward slope is obtained if the yields for different tenures of bonds are mapped.
2. When yields for longer duration bonds are higher than the yields on shorter duration bonds, yield inversion occurs.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

3. With reference to CAG (Comptroller and Auditor General of India), consider the following statements:
1. CAG is a statutory body mentioned in the Article 148 of the Indian constitution.
2. S/he holds office till the pleasure of the President.
3. S/he is not eligible for further office, either under the Government of India or of any state, after S/he ceases to hold her/his office.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 3 only
Answer: d

4. Consider the following statements regarding Atal Bihari Vajpayee:
1. He entered in national politics during the Quit India Movement.
2. He was conferred with the Bharat Ratna and Padma Vibhushan.
3. His birthday is observed as Good Governance Day.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: d

5. Which of the following is the correct option for the location and President of the first session of the Indian National Congress?

a) Calcutta, Pherozshah Mehta
b) Bombay, WC Bannerjee
c) Madras, WC Bannerjee
d) Calcutta, Dadabhai Naoroji
Answer: b

6. Consider the following statements regarding E-Sports:
1. It is a competitive sport where gamers use their physical and mental abilities to compete in various games in a virtual, electronic environment.
2. It is under the MEITY (Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology).
3. South Africa and China recognize it as a sport.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 3 only
b) 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: a

7. With reference to the Parliament of India, which of the following Parliamentary Committees aid and assist the Legislature in discharging its duties and regulating its functions effectively, expeditiously and efficiently?

a) Financial Committee
b) Departmental Standing Committees
c) Committees to Enquire
d) Committee on Defence
Answer: b

8. Naegleria fowleri, recently in news, is related to which of the following:

a) Cancer therapy
b) Brain-eating Amoeba
c) Quantum Robot
d) Parasitic plant
Answer: b

9. With reference to Trademarks, consider the following statements:
1. It is a sign capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one enterprise from those of other enterprises.
2. Trade marks expires if not renewed within 10 years of expiration.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

10. Which of the following is not one of the six main organs of the United Nations?

a) General Assembly
b) Security Council
c) International Court of Justice
d) World Bank
Answer: d

11. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. “Zero-click” attacks are associated with spear-phishing.
2. Spear phishing is a method to gather personal information using deceptive e-mails and websites.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

12. Consider the following statements regarding ‘cultivation of shrimp’:
1. Sustainable Aquaculture In Mangrove Ecosystem (SAIME) associated with the restoration of mangroves by the cultivation of shrimp
The aquaculture cultivation/farming practice of shrimp can be performed in freshwater environments only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

13. Which of the following is not a potential use case for blockchain technology?

a) Supply chain management
b) Cryptocurrency transactions
c) Voting systems
d) Centralized data storage
Answer: d

14. Which of the following articles of the Indian Constitution does not relate to constitutional protection for women?

a) Article 15(3)
b) Article 15(1)
c) Article 51 (A)
d) Article 50
Answer: d

15. Consider the following statements regarding properties of ‘Millets’:
1. They are photo-insensitive and resistant to climate change.
2. They are rich in calcium and magnesium.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

16. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI)’:
1. PMI is a composite economic indicator that is used to measure the performance of the manufacturing sector only.
2. A PMI reading above 50 indicates that the manufacturing sector is expanding and the economy is doing well.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

17. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Embryonic stem cells are derived from early-stage embryos and have the ability to develop into any type of cell in the body.
2. Stem cells can produce and deliver cancer-fighting drugs directly to tumors.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

18. Consider the following pairs:Sarees    State
1. Kasavu     Assam
2. Muga     Maharashtra
3. Kalamkari     Gujarat
How many pairs given above are correctly matched?

a) Only 1 pair
b) Only 2 pairs
c) All three pairs
d) None of the pairs
Answer: d

19. Which one of the following best defines ChatGPT:

a) It is a messaging app developed by Google.
b) It is a newly developed operating system.
c) It is chatbot that use artificial intelligence to answer queries just like a human.
d) It is a search engine developed by Russia due to western sanctions.
Answer: c

20. Consider the following statements regarding Delimitation Commission:
1. Delimitation Commissions have been set up three
times — 1952, 1962 and 1972.
2. The Constitution mandates that the Commission’sorders are final and cannot be questioned beforeany court.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

21. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. An increase in GDP can be a result of an increase in demand for goods and services, which can contribute to demand-pull inflation.
2. A decline in aggregate demand can lead to stagflation by reducing economic growth.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

22. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Motor Vehicles Amendment Act, 2019’:
1. This act mandates a national-level online database for driving licenses and vehicle registration.
2. Introduced "good Samaritan" provision to encourage witnesses to assist road accident victims without fear of legal liability.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

23. The term Virovore is sometimes mentioned in News. Which of the following correctly define the given term:

a) An organism that eats viruses.
b) A carcinogenic pesticide banned by UN FPO
c) A neurogenic disorder that affecting Russian and Ukrainian soldiers.
d) None of the above
Answer: a

24. Consider the following statements:
1. The cave paintings at Ajanta and Ellora are one of
2. The evidence of employment of painters to paint
murals can be found in the Buddhist text of Vinaya Pitaka.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

25. Consider the following statements regarding Jyotirao Phule:
1. He authored Tritiya Ratna and Gulamgiri.
2. His social awareness campaigns inspired B.R Ambedkar.
3. He founded Satyashodak Samaj.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: d

26. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The World Bank launched the world’s first Wildlife Conservation Bond (WCB).
2. The Wildlife Conservation Bond (WCB) is also known as “Rhino Bond,” which is a five yearly sustainable development bond.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

27. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Corporation tax’:
1. It is an indirect tax imposed on the annual turnover that enterprises make from their businesses.
2. It is imposed on both public and private companies whether registered or not under the Companies Act, 1956.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

28. Consider the following statements regarding Jainism:
1. ‘Jaina’ comes from the term ‘Jina’ which means ford maker i.e., someone who can cross beyond the perpetual flow of earthly life.
2. Brahmacharya, one of the 5 great Vows of Jainism, was added by Rishabhnatha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

29. Consider the following statements regarding UN Convention on the Rights of PwD (UNCRPD):
1. The convention has been ratified by India.
2. Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 has been enacted by the Parliament of India to fulfill the obligations under UNCRPD.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

30. With reference to Indian Science Congress, consider the following statements:
1. It brings together scientists and researchers only from the premier institutions.
2. It is organized by the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
3. The first session of the Indian Science Congress was held in 1914.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Answer: c

31. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Green hydrogen is produced by means of electrolysis in which water splits into hydrogen and oxygen.
2. Electrolysis requires a device which has two electrodes of the same charges.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

32. Consider the following statements:
1. Alumina is produced from Bauxite through the Bayer process.
2. In India, Odisha not only has the largest reserves of Bauxite but is the largest producer of the same.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

33. According to the IUCN Red List, Asian elephants are classified as?

a) Endangered
b) Critically Endangered
c) Extinct in the Wild
d) Vulnerable
Answer: a

34. Phytorid technology, recently in the news, is related to which of the following?

a) Wastewater treatment
b) Machine Learning
c) DNA fingerprinting
d) Stubble burning
Answer: a

35. Consider the following statements regarding Global Positioning System:
1. It is a US owned utility for navigation and positioning.
2. It is a network of 20 satellites that orbit the Earth.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

36. Which of the following is not a member of the G-20?

a) India
b) China
c) United States
d) Sweden
Answer: d

37. Regarding the Pradhan Mantri Gati Shakti Programme, consider the following statements:
1. It aims to improve the transportation and logistics sector of the country.
2. It could lead to increasing the turnaround time at ports.
3. It will include only new planned initiatives of ministries.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Answer: b

38. Consider the following statements regarding International Hockey Federation:
1. It is recognised by the International Olympic Committee.
2. It is the sole governing body for Hockey throughout the world.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

39. Under which law is the right to strike regulated in India?

a) The Industrial Disputes Act, 1947
b) The Trade Unions Act, 1926
c) The Right to Work Act, 1975
d) The Right to Work Act, 1975
Answer: a

40. Which of the following statements about the Paris Climate Agreement is not true?

a) It is a legally binding treaty that requires countries to take specific actions to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions
b) It aims to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.
c) It requires developed countries to provide financial assistance to developing countries to help them transition to low-carbon economies.
d) It allows countries to set their own targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Answer: a

41. Jallikattu is a traditional sport in which:

a) Players ride horses and try to catch a flag.
b) Players try to catch a flag while running through an obstacle course
c) Bulls are released into a crowd and participants try to grab a cloth tied to the bull's horns.
d) Players try to knock each other off a raised platform using padded sticks.
Answer: c

42. Consider the following statements regarding K9-Vajra:
1. It is developed under the ‘Buy Global’ programme of Defence Procurement Procedure.
2. It is a self-propelled howitzer.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

43. With reference to Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe), consider the following statements:
1. It aims to provide a level playing field for private companies to use Indian space infrastructure.
2. Its main objective is to conduct deep space explorations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

44. Consider the following statements regarding Pralay Missile:
1. It is India's first conventional quasi-ballistic missile.
2. It is a deriavtive of the Prahaar missile programme.
3. It is the longest-range surface-to-surface missile in Indian Army’s inventory.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: d

45. Consider the following statements regarding Microplastics:
1. They are defined as plastics less than five millimeters in diameter.
2. Microbeads are found in personal care products.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

46. Consider the following statements regarding ‘National Medical Commission (NMC)’:
1. It replaced the earstwhile Medical Council of India (MCI).
2. It has been constituted as per the provisions of the National Medical Commission Act, 2019.
Which of the above statements is/are not correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

47. Consider the following statements:
1. The total stock of money is different from total supply of money.
2. M1 and M2 are known as narrow money.
3. The interbank deposits are not to be regarded as part of money supply.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: d

48. With reference to the causation of Heat Dome, consider the following question:
1. A heat Dome occurs when heat waves begin that is when low pressure in the atmosphere moves in and pushes warm air toward the ground.
2. Climate change has increased the occurrence of heat domes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

49. Consider the following statements:
1. All the five species of rhinos are found in Asia.
2. The IUCN status of black rhinos is critically endangered.
3. The Great One-Horned Rhino is also known as Indian Rhino.
Which of the statements above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: c

50. With reference to Article 19 of the Indian constitution, consider the following question:
1. A fundamental right freedom of speech under Article 19 can be enforced against the State only.
2. It provides the right to form associations or unions or cooperative societies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

51. Consider the following statements:
1. At the Union level, the Ministry of Rural Development implements the Aspirational District Programme (ADP).
2. A major loophole in the ranking of Aspirational Districts is that it does not include Financial Inclusion & Skill Development as one of the key parameters.
3. The Aspirational Blocks Programme announced in Union Budget 2022-23 is a sub-scheme of the ADP.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1, 2 and 3
c) 1 and 3 only
d) None of the above
Answer: d

52. With reference to Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas (PBD), consider the following statements:
1. It is celebrated to resonate the return of Mahatma Gandhi from South Africa.
2. It is celebrated annually since 2003.
3. The theme for the year 2023 is "Diaspora: Reliable partners for India’s progress in Amrit Kaal”.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 4 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Answer: c

53. The Performance Grading Index for Districts (PGI-D) released by which of the following institutions?

a) NITI Aaayog
b) World Bag
c) Ministry of statistics, program and implementation
d) Ministry of Education
Answer: d

54. iVOFm Technology, recently in the news, is related to which of the following?

a) Genetic Modification
b) Cancer Treatment
c) Quantum Mechanics
d) Decontamination of Water
Answer: d

55. Which of the following is/are the objectives of ‘Make in India’ initiative?
1. To attract foreign direct investment
2. To increase the share of manufacturing sector in GDP
3. To promote export-led growth.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: d

56. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary’:
1. It shares its borders with the other protected areas of Mudumalai Tiger Reserve in the North-East side.
2. Kabini river which is a tributary of Cauvery River flows through the sanctuary.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

57. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. DNA methylation refers to the addition of a methyl (CH3) group to the DNA strand itself.
2. Epigenetic Clock Technique is based on DNA methylation which is used to estimate the chronological age of the subject.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

58. With reference to Kala-azar disease, consider the following statements:
1. It is also known as Dumdum fever.
2. It is a parasitic disease caused by the protozoa parasite Leishmania.
3. In India, the disease is most common in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
4. The symptoms of the disease include enlargement of the liver and spleen.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 4 only
c) 2, 3 and 4 only
d) 1, 2 and 4 only
Answer: d

59. Consider the following statements regarding Special Drawing Rights (SDR):
1. It is an international reserve asset.
2. It is a potential claim on the freely usable currencies of International Monetary Fund (IMF) members.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

60. Consider the following statements related to Young Professionals Scheme between India and United Kingdom:
1. It is a part of India-U.K. Migration and Mobility Memorandum of Understanding signed in 2021.
2. It permits their students to live and work in each other’s countries for a period of 3 years.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

61. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Photochemical smog is formed by the reaction of nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the absence of sunlight.
2. Ground level ozone is the primary constituent of the smog.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

62. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Nickel Alloy Coating’:
1. Electroless nickel plating is a process in which a nickel alloy coating is deposited on a substrate by the use of an electrical current.
2. Inconel is a nickel-chromium alloy that exhibits exceptional resistance to high temperatures and corrosion.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

63. Consider the following statements:
1. Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol aims to stop the production of substances causing ozone-depletion.
2. India is a signatory to the Gothenburg Protocol (1999) which aims to reduce ground level Ozone.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

64. What are the key strategies proposed in Indian Football's Vision document?
1. Increasing the number of grassroots and youth development programs.
2. The vision is aimed to be achieved by 2047.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

65. With reference to Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), consider the following statements:
1. It includes only in vitro fertilization (IVF).
2. Any person weather married or unmarried can claim ART.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

66. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the Eastern Ghats of India.
2. The sanctuary is also a part of the proposed Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

67. Consider the following statements regarding “Temperature Inversion”:
1. Inversion in temperature refers to a meteorological phenomenon in which a layer of cool air is above a layer of warm air.
2. Advection fog can be formed as a result of a temperature inversion.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

68. With reference to the Prithvi Missiles, consider the following statements:
1. These missiles are India’s first indigenous ballistic missile.
2. Prahar missiles are replacing the Prithvi I missiles.
3. Prithvi II was the first missile developed under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

69. Which of the following statements regarding Indian Skimmers is/are correct?
1. They are also known as Indian scissors bill.
2. They are more widespread in summer.
3. They are found mainly in eastern and western India.
4. Their IUCN status is vulnerable.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 4 only
d) 1 and 3 only
Answer: d

70. With reference to Swami Vivekananda, consider the following statements:
1. His Birth Anniversary is observed on January 12 and is celebrated as National Youth Day in India.
2. He established the Ram Krishna Paramhans organization to promote value-based education, culture, health, and women's empowerment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

71. Consider the following statements regarding ‘National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR)’:
1. It Inquires into complaints but cannot take suo motu notice of matters relating to deprivation and violation of child rights.
2. The Commission shall inquire into matters which are pending before a State Commission.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

72. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Zojila tunnel will allow travel between Srinagar and Ladakh.
2. The Zojila tunnel will be the world's longest bi-directional tunnel.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

73. Which of the following is not a ground for an individual to be designated as a terrorist under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), 1967?

a) Committing or participating in any act of terrorism
b) Promoting enmity between different groups
c) Committing or participating in any act of bribery
d) Committing or participating in any act that threatens the sovereignty and integrity of India
Answer: c

74. With reference to Ganga Vilas Cruise, consider the following statements:
1. It is the world’s longest river cruise.
2. The cruise will be managed by government operators.
3. It is planned to visit tourist spots like World Heritage Sites, National Parks in India only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Answer: b

75. Which of the following is not a function of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) as per the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006?

a) To establish scientific and technical committees for the purpose of advising it on any matter
b) To register or license food business operators
c) To provide for accreditation of laboratories and inspection agencies
d) To collect taxes from food business operators
Answer: d

76. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. A white dwarf is a rejuvenated star full of nuclear fuel in its core.
2. A white dwarf star from a binary system that underwent a thermonuclear explosion cause a supernova.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

77. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Asian Waterbird Census’:
1. It is a citizen-science programme supporting the conservation and management of wetlands.
2. In India, AWC is coordinated by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

78. With reference to Bharat Net Project, consider the following statements:
1. It is the world’s largest urban broadband connectivity programme using Optical fiber.
2. It is being implemented by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

79. Consider the following statements regarding the Doctrine of Separation of Powers in India as established in the Constitution?
1. The Judiciary has the power of judicial review to check the constitutionality of laws passed by the Legislative branch.
2. The Executive branch has the power to veto laws passed by the Legislative branch.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

80. Soul of Steel’ challenge, recently in the news, is related to expeditions in which of the following national parks?

a) Bandhavgarh National Park
b) Kaziranga National Park
c) Nagarhole National Park
d) Nanda Devi National Park
Answer: d

81. Which of the following is not considered as part of the "Basic Structure" of the Indian Constitution?

a) The right to property
b) The principle of federalism
c) The power of judicial review
d) The separation of powers
Answer: a

82. Consider the following statements:
1. Under the 6th Schedule, the Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) are given some legislative and administrative autonomy within a state but not judicial.
2. In case of applicability (or unapplicability) of certain laws in the 6th schedule states, the power of direction lies with both the Governor and the President.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

83. Which of the following is not a function of the National Statistical Office (NSO)?

a) Conducting large-scale economic censuses and surveys
b) Collecting, compiling, and disseminating statistical data on the Indian economy
c) Formulating and implementing monetary policy
d) Providing technical assistance to other government agencies in the collection and analysis of statistical data
Answer: c

84. Consider the following statements regarding the National Food Security Act (NFSA) 2013:
1. The beneficiaries include the Priority Households covered under Targeted PDS (according to guidelines by the State govt.).
2. It provides for 5 kgs of foodgrains per household per month at Rs. 3/2/1 per Kg for coarse grains/rice/wheat.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

85. With reference to Deepor Beel Wetland , consider the following statements:
1. It is one of the largest Saltwater lakes in Assam.
2. It has been designated as Ramsar Site.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

86. Mount Kilauea, which is recently seen in news is located in which of the following islands?

a) Hawaii
b) New Guinea
c) Sumatra
d) Java
Answer: a

87. Consider the following statements regarding Blackbucks:
1. It has been declared as the State Animal of Rajasthan.
2. The IUCN status of blackbuck is “least concern”.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

88. With reference to the Supreme Court of India, consider the following statements:
1. The judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the committee consisting of President, Prime minister and Leader of the Opposition only.
2. The constitution provisions related supreme court of India are vested under part V of the constitution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

89. With reference to NOTAM, consider the following statements:

a) Its a malware that attcked the security systems in AIIMS.
b) Its a latest artificial intelligence system that mimics human behaviour.
c) Its an indian government campaign to promote voting in rural areas.
d) It is a notice issued by an aviation authority to provide information to alert aircraft pilots of potential hazards.
Answer: d

90. Which one of the following missiles is not developed under the IGMDP (Integrated Guided Missile Development Program):

a) Prithvi
b) Agni
c) Trishul
d) Pralay
Answer: d

91. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Dredging’:
1. Dredging is the process of accumulation of sediments in the bottom of the water bodies.
2. The dredging process is subject to the provisions of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Notification, 1994.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

92. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is mandatory for the developmental projects under the Environmental Protection Act 1986.
2. Public Hearing is a mandatory process before conducting EIA at site of the developmental projects.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

93. Consider the following statements:
1. Army Day is celebrated to commemorate the day when General K.M. Cariappa took over as the first Indian commander-in-chief of the Indian Army in 1949.
2. The Indian army originated from the forces of the East India Company.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

94. With reference to the Governance model of New Delhi,consider the following statements:
1. Article 239AA specifies that Delhi is a 'National Capital Territory'.
2. Under the 69th amendment, the Union Territory of Delhi is to be administered by a Lieutenant Governor.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

95. What is the primary objective of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)?
1. To frame a national framework for air quality management with a time-bound reduction target.
2. To achieve a 20-30% reduction in only PM 2.5 concentrations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

96. Consider the following statements regarding ‘PARAKH’:
1. NCERT has notified India's first national assessment regulator, PARAKH, which aims to set up assessment guidelines for all educational boards in the country
2. It has been launched as part of the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP)-2020.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

97. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Income inequality or the "wealth gap” has declined in the last 10 years as per Oxfam’s Report.
2. Windfall Tax is expected to increase the problem of unfair distribution of the resources in the economy.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

98. With reference to Rare Earth Materials, consider the following statements:
1. They consist of 14 metallic and non-elements.
2. They are useful in consumer electronics.
3. India doesn't have any deposits of rare earth materials.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 2 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Answer: c

99. Consider the following statements:
1. Venus is the second brightest natural object in the night sky.
2. Venus is the hottest planet in the solar system.
3. Venus has 90 times the atmospheric pressure of Earth.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: d

100. Bilateral naval exercise ‘VARUNA’ is conducted between which of the following countries?

a) US and Japan
b) India and France
c) Australia and India
d) India and Singapore
Answer: b

101. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Fourth Industrial Revolution is a fusion of technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain technology and Internet of Things (IoT).
2. Blockchain technology is a decentralized, digital ledger that records transactions across a network of computers.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

102. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act 2003’:
1. The FRBM Act establishes targets for debt-to-GDP ratios as one of its main objectives.
2. The act was amended in 2018, providing more flexibility to the government to achieve the fiscal deficit targets in the event of a natural disaster.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

103. With reference to ‘Sugar’, consider the following statements:
1. India is the largest exporter of sugar.
2. It requires hot humid conditions with temperatures around 21-27°C.
3. Maharashtra is among the top sugar-producing states.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3 only
Answer: c

104. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Solitary Waves’:
1. They are the distinct magnetic field fluctuations that follow constant amplitude-phase relations.
2. Their shape and size are less affected during their propagation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

105. The right to vote in India is a?

a) Constitutional Right
b) Natural Right
c) Fundamental Right
d) Legal Right
Answer: a

106. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve (NSTR) is situated on the Pachamalai Hills.
2. The Krishna River passes through Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

107. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Parathormone (PTH)’:
1. Parathormone (PTH) is a hormone produced by the parathyroid gland that helps regulate the levels of protein in the blood.
2. Parathormone (PTH) is made up of amino acids and is a Peptide hormone.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

108. With reference to Endocrine Disruptors, consider the following statements:
1. They are chemicals that can mimic or interfere with the body's natural hormones, leading to a wide range of health effects.
2. These chemicals can be found in a variety of products, including pesticides, plastics, and personal care products.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

109. With reference to International North South Transport Corridor (INSTC), consider the following statements:
1. It is a multi-modal transportation established by Japan and US to promote sea transportation between US and its allies.
2. This corridor connects Indian ocean to the Pacific Ocean via strait of Malacca.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: d

110. With reference to the BrahMos missile, consider the following statements:
1. BrahMos is named on the rivers Brahmaputra and Moskva.
2. It is a Ballistic missile.
3. It operates on the "Fire and Forget" principle.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: c

111. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR)’:
1. SAGAR is a foreign policy initiative of the Government of India, which aims to promote maritime security and cooperation in the Indian Pacific region.
2. Its objective is to combat maritime concerns like piracy, terrorism, and newly emerging non-state entities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

112. Consider the following statements regarding the Western Ghats:
1. These ghats are also known as the Sahyadri Hills.
2. It is one of four global biodiversity hotspots in India.
3. The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve forms the largest contiguous protected area in the Western Ghats.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 3 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 2 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: d

113. With reference to the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER), consider the following statements:
1. It is released by the Ministry of Education.
2. It is a citizen-led household survey.
3. As of 2022, there has been a decline in the basic reading and arithmetic skills of children of Class 3 and Class 5.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: b

114. Which countries are members of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS)?

a) India, Pakistan, China, and Australia
b) India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Maldives
c) India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Maldives
d) India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Maldives, and Seychelles
Answer: d

115. Which of the following is the primary mandate of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in India?

a) Search and rescue operations in flood-affected areas
b) Providing medical assistance during natural disasters
c) Coordinating relief and rehabilitation efforts with state governments
d) All of the above
Answer: d

116. Consider the following statements:
1. Generative AI models can be used to improve performance of Neural Machine Translation (NMT) models.
2. Neural Machine Translation (NMT) is a type of machine learning technique that uses deep neural networks to translate text from one language to another.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

117. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. A pan-transcriptome is a combination of a transcriptome and a pan-genome.
2. The Pan-transcriptome does not regulate gene expression.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

118. What is the primary purpose of the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA)?

a) To provide financial assistance for the development of renewable energy projects in India
b) To promote energy conservation and efficiency measures in India
c) To conduct research and development on renewable energy technologies in India
d) To regulate the renewable energy sector in India
Answer: a

119. Consider the following statements about Indian Star Tortoise:
1. They are found in only in India and Sri-Lanka.
2. The IUCN status of the tortoise is Vulnerable.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

120. Consider the following statements:
1. The subject of a census falls in the Concurrent list.
2. The caste census is under the administrative control of the Registrar General of India (RGI).
3. Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC) was first held in 2011.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: b

121. Which of the following is not a key dimension for ‘Global Gender Gap Index’?

a) Economic Participation and Opportunity
b) Health and Survival
c) Political Empowerment
d) Hygiene and Cleanliness
Answer: d

122. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gig workers?

a) They work on a project-by-project basis
b) They are typically self-employed.
c) They are not eligible for benefits or job security.
d) They are typically salaried employees
Answer: d

123. With reference to the BharOS software, consider the following statements:
1. It has features like Native Over the Air and No Default Apps.
2. It is based on Apple Open-Source Project (AOSP).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

124. Which of the following countries share their border with the Red Sea?

a) Egypt and Iran
b) Egypt and Eritrea
c) Eritrea and Syria
d) All of the above
Answer: b

125. With reference to Norovirus, consider the following statements:
1. It is a group of viruses that leads to gastrointestinal illness.
2. It is resistant to many disinfectants and can heat up to 60°C.
3. The virus does not spreads through the faecal-oral route.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: a

126. With reference to Neuromorphic Computing, consider the following statements:
1. It is type of computing that mimics the behavior of the human brain.
2. It works on the principles of Spiking (or ArtIficial) Neural Networks (SNN).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c

127. Which of the statements is correct with regard to the eligibility of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme:
1. Farmers from both the urban and rural areas
2. Small and marginal farmers families
3. Institutional landholders
Select the correct answer using the code given above:

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: a

128. Consider the following statements about Water Hyacinth:
1. It is a fast-growing aquatic plant that can quickly take over bodies of water.
2. It is native to Australia and has naturalised itself in many other parts of the world.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a

129. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Brahmaputra River originates from the greater Himalayan Range.
2. Majuli Island is the largest river island in the world, located in the Brahmaputra River.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

130. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012:
1. The POCSO Act, 2012 defines a child as any person under the age of 16 years.
2. The act provides for the establishment of the State Commission for the Protection of Child Rights.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

131. Consider the following statements:
1. A chargesheet is defined under the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
2. A chargesheet must be filed against the accused within a prescribed period of 60-90 days.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b

132. Which of the following countries does the Palk Strait separate?

a) India and Maldives
b) India and Sri Lanka
c) India and Banglades
d) India and Myanmar
Answer: b