UPSC IAS 2020 MCQ’s Test Series UPSC IAS Mock Test /50 Quiz is starting Time's UP UPSC IAS UPSC IAS Pre Test GK-1 UPSC 2022 Pre Test GK-1 50 Questions Test your knowledge before you test it Live. 1 / 50 Which of the following is not associated with Lord Dalhousie? Doctrine of Lapse Widow remarriage Act Establishment of universities at Bombay, Calcutta and Madras Development of Railways 2 / 50 Consider the statements regarding India’s state of trade affairs in 18th century There was a sharp decline in ‘Internal trade’ of India due to regular looting and foreign invasion. India remained a land of extensive manufactures and became one of them main centres of world trade and industries at the dawn of 18th Choose the correct code/s Only 1 Both Only 2 None 3 / 50 With reference to Mahalwari System, consider the following statements. 1. Local Zamindar was responsible, on behalf of all peasants, for the payment of land revenue. 2. The peasant was free to sell or mortgage their land. 3. The system was implemented in western part of United Provinces, Punjab, and some part of central Provinces. 1 and 3 all 1 and 2 2 and 3 4 / 50 ‘Operation Safed Sagar’ is associated with None of the above Djibouti Maldives Mozambique 5 / 50 ‘Gahirmatha rookery’ and ‘Mouth of rivers Rushikulya & Devi’ is often seen in news, in the context of Great Indian Bustard Sangai Deer Kharai Camel Olive Ridley Turtles 6 / 50 In British India, what is ‘Dastak’ known for? Fee charged by Indian rulers from European Traders when they trade into their territory Fee charged by British government for the regulation of domestic trade. A permit regulating internal trade, mostly for Indian traders. A permit exempting European traders, mostly of the British East India Company, from paying customs or transit duties on their private trade 7 / 50 Consider the following statements. Lord Dalhousie’s Government was responsible for passing two important acts related to social reform- Women Disability Act & Widow Remarriage Act (1856). Hindu Women was not permitted to remarry as per the Veda, Shastras and Smritis. Choose the correct options. Only 2 Only 1 Both None 8 / 50 Consider the following statements with respect to administration of Maratha and Mughal Empires The revenue system of Marathas was progressive unlike Mughals who were mainly interested in raising revenues from the helpless peasantry. Maratha failed to give sound administration to the people outside Maharashtra while Mughal’s were more successful in effective administration. Select the correct statement/s Both Only 2 None Only 1 9 / 50 In British India, what is ‘Dastak’ known for? Fee charged by British government for the regulation of domestic trade. Fee charged by Indian rulers from European Traders when they trade into their territory A permit exempting European traders, mostly of the BritishEast India Company, from paying customs or transit duties on their private trade. A permit regulating internal trade, mostly for Indian traders 10 / 50 Which of the following statements is/are correct with respect to ‘Tropical Cyclones’? 1. It helps to maintain equilibrium in the Earth’s troposphere 2. It helps maintain a relatively stable and warm temperature worldwide 3. It helps relieve drought conditions Select the correct statements 1 and 3 2 and 3 1 and 2 All of the above 11 / 50 Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Nord Stream’ 1. It is a river interlinking project to tackle global warming 2. It is an initiative of all the Scandinavian countries Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 only Neither 1 nor 2 Both 1 and 2 12 / 50 Consider the following statements: Assertion (A) : Article 1 describes India, as a ‘Union of States’ rather than ‘Federation of States’ Reason (R) : Indian Federation is not the result of an agreement among the States Select the correct answer using the code given below: A is False and R is True Both A and R are True but R is not the correct explanation of A A is True and R is False Both A and R are True and R is the correct explanation of A 13 / 50 In India, the Citizenship Act of 1955 prescribes which of the following ways to acquire citizenship? By naturalisation By descent By incorporation of territory By registration Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 and 4 1,2 and 3 All of the above 1, 2 and 4 14 / 50 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Ministry of Home Affairs implements the Scheme of “Development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)” exclusively for them. 2. PVTGs reside in all the states and Union Territories of India Select the correct statements 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 1 Only 15 / 50 ‘Global Wage Report’ is published by International Labour Organisation World Economic Forum World Bank International Monetary Fund 16 / 50 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Although cyclones affect the entire coast of India the East Coast is more prone compared to the West Coast. 2. Over 90 % of the cyclones that develop over the Arabian Sea approach the West Coast of India. Select the correct statements Both 1 and 2 2 only Neither 1 nor 2 1 Only 17 / 50 Kuka revolt was a Politico-religious movement Revolt of the Zamindars Tribal uprising Movement by the deposed rulers against British 18 / 50 The social and cultural life of 18th century India can be best depicted by Non uniformity of cultural and social patterns all over the country. Friendly relations between the Hindus and the Muslims were a very healthy feature of life in 18th century India. The Indian mind of 18th century was tied to tradition and superstitions. Select the correct code/s 2 and 3 1 and 2 1, 2 and 3 1 and 3 19 / 50 Consider the following statements about ideals of Brahmo Samaj established by Raja Ram Mohan Roy. The Samaj was open for all caste and creeds. Brahma is the supreme immortal soul from whom all humans are originated, so only Brahma’s idol or image can be used for his worship. The worship was performed through prayers and mediation and readings from Upanishads. Choose the correct options. All are correct 1 & 2 2 & 3 1 & 3 20 / 50 ‘Objective Resolution’ presented by Jawaharlal Nehru in December, 1946 is an historic event in the making of the Constitution. What did this resolution contain? the composition of the Constituent Assembly the fundamentals and philosophy of the constitutional structure ratified India’s membership of the Common wealth abolition of communal electorate 21 / 50 By signing the famous ‘Subsidiary Alliance’, Indian state virtually lost control over most of their rights. Which among the following can best represent the status of Indian states under ‘Subsidiary Alliance’? Lost control over sovereignty in external and internal matters Limited rights in defence and foreign relations The Indian rulers became insolvent as a result of exploitation and heavy maintenance of British army. Indian ruler (ally) had a provision to station one European for maintaining diplomatic ties with their neighbouring state on his discretion. Select the correct code/s None 1, 2 and 3 1, 2, 3 and 4 2, 3 and 4 22 / 50 ‘Protocol on Establishment of Joint Ocean Observation Station’ is seen in news in the context of Seychelles Socotra Maldives Comoros 23 / 50 5*40 100 300 200 24 / 50 ‘Kunming Initiative’ is also referred to BIMSTEC ASEAN BBIN Initiative BCIM Forum 25 / 50 Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Lead Bank’ Scheme 1. It was introduced during the 1991 reforms 2. It was started for providing adequate banking and credit in rural areas through an ‘area approach’, with one bank assigned for one area Select the correct statements Neither 1 nor 2 2 only Both 1 and 2 1 Only 26 / 50 Which of the following states can be referred to as the ‘Molasses Basin’? Mizoram Goa Arunachal Pradesh Tamil Nadu 27 / 50 Which of the following countries do not open into the ‘Yellow Sea’? China Mongolia South Korea North Korea 28 / 50 In Indian context, the concept of ‘due process of law’ was introduced in which of the following cases/law? 44th Amendment Act Kesavananda Bharati case Menaka Gandhi Case Minerva Mills Case 29 / 50 ‘Operation Sunrise’ was carried out on which of the following borders? Indo-Myanmar Sudan and South Sudan North & South Korea Israel-Palestine 30 / 50 The term ‘Additive Manufacturing (AM)’ is associated with Fruit based processed food Defence Industrial Corridors Generic Drugs 3D Printing 31 / 50 Which of the following is/are the principal feature(s) of Government of India Act, 1919? Introduced dyarchy at the Centre Separated for the first time, provincial budget from the Central budget. Introduced separate representation for the Muslim community and sowed the seeds of separatism. Introduced provincial autonomy Select the correct answer using the code given below: 4 only 1 and 3 2 and 4 2 only 32 / 50 Which of the following countries are party to the ‘Shanghai Pact’? 1. India 2. Pakistan 3. Russia 4. Nepal Select the correct code 1,2 and 3 2 and 4 2 and 3 1 and 3 33 / 50 ‘Hormozgan’ was in news recently. Where is it located? Afghanistan Syria Iran Yemen 34 / 50 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Nigeria is India’s largest trading partner in Africa. 2. Nigeria is world’s sixth largest oil exporter. Select the correct statements Neither 1 nor 2 1 Only 2 only Both 1 and 2 35 / 50 At the time of British rule in India, the direct elections were for the first time incorporated under which Law/Act? Government of India Act, 1935 Government of India Act, 1919 Indian Councils Act, 1909 Indian Councils Act, 1892 36 / 50 Consider the following statements with respect to administration of Maratha and Mughal Empires 1. The revenue system of Marathas was progressive unlike Mughals who were mainly interested in raising revenues from the helpless peasantry. 2. Maratha failed to give sound administration to the people outside Maharashtra while Mughal’s were more successful in effective administration. only 1 Both None Only 2 37 / 50 With reference to Mahalwari System, consider the following statements. Local Zamindar was responsible, on behalf of all peasants, for the payment of land revenue. The peasant was free to sell or mortgage their land. The system was implemented in western part of United Provinces, Punjab, and some part of central Provinces. Choose the correct options. All 1 and 2 1 and 3 2 and 3 38 / 50 Consider the following statements with respect to ‘No Frills accounts’ 1. The No Frills account is aimed to offer the most basic banking service to those from the low-income backgrounds. 2. Banks cannot offer cheque book facility to the no-frills account holders. Select the correct statements Both 1 and 2 1 Only 2 only Neither 1 nor 2 39 / 50 Which of the following species can be generally found in the Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary, Assam? Forest Owlet Hangul Golden Langur Olive Ridley Turtle 40 / 50 A democratic polity is based on the doctrine of popular sovereignty. With regard to this principle, consider the following Plebiscite Referendum Recall Initiative Which of the above is/are used in direct democracy? 2,3 and 4 1,2 and 3 All of the above 1 and 2 41 / 50 With reference to Zamindari System, consider the following statements. The Zamindars were made the owner of the land as long as they were paying the revenue to the Company. Zamindars were allowed to sell or purchase the land and evict the peasants, in case of non-payment of rent. Zamindars had invested in the improvement of the land and crop pattern so that they can maximise their profit in future. Choose the correct options. 1 and 2 1 and 3 1, 2 & 3 None 42 / 50 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. NITI Aayog was formed via a resolution of the Union Cabinet as a premier policy ‘Think Tank’ of the Government of India to provide directional and policy inputs. 2. Team India Hub is NITI Aayog’s creation which leads the engagement of states with the Central government. Select the correct statements 1 only 2 only Neither 1 nor 2 Both 1 and 2 43 / 50 Which of the following statements is correct with regard to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution? The Preamble is a source of power to the legislature Preamble is a part of the Constitution Preamble cannot be amended It is non-justiciable, or it is not enforceable in courts of law. Select the correct answer using the code given below: 2 and 4 2 only 1, 3 and 4 1, 2 and 4 44 / 50 ‘Abujh Marias’ primarily inhabit the state of Manipur Kerala Nagaland Chhattisgarh 45 / 50 The first schedule of the Indian Constitution pertains to Names of States Names of Union territories Citizenship Forms of Oaths and Affirmation Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 only 1 and 3 1 and 2 4 only 46 / 50 ‘VG Kannan Committee’ was in news recently. It is associated with Inter-creditor Agreement ATM interchange fee Country-by-Country Report New Education Policy 47 / 50 The federation as prescribed by Government of India Act, 1935 never came into being because The administration of State subjects like agriculture, law and order was under Governor-General. The Muslim League did not support federalism, rather they wanted a strong Centre to safeguard their interest. It was optional for the Indian States to join the federation None of the above 48 / 50 According to the Constitution of India, Article 3 authorises the Parliament to reorganise the States. With this authority, the Parliament can alter the name of any state diminish the area of any state alter the boundaries of any state increase the area of any state Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 and 3 1, 3 and 4 2, 3 and 4 All of the above 49 / 50 With reference to Ryotwari System, consider the following statements. The pioneer of Ryotwari Settlement was Thomas Munro. Land revenue was collected directly from the peasant or ryot. The other name of this system is ‘Permanent Settlement’. As the Ryots had direct link with the Governments the role of money lenders was minimal. Choose the correct options. 1 & 2 All 1, 3 & 4 1 ,2 & 3 50 / 50 Which of the following statements with respect to ‘RBI’s Prudential Framework for Resolution of Stressed Assets’ is/are correct? 1. It is applicable to Scheduled Commercial Banks Only. 2. Banks have a review period of 2 days after a borrower defaults to decide on the resolution strategy. Select the correct statements 2 only 1 Only Neither 1 nor 2 Both 1 and 2 Your score isThe average score is 40% LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte 0% Restart quiz /30 30 questions in 30 min Time Out UPSC IAS UPSC IAS GK Quiz GK Quiz for IAS Pre 2022 1 / 30 Consider the statements regarding India’s state of trade affairs in 18th century There was a sharp decline in ‘Internal trade’ of India due to regular looting and foreign invasion. India remained a land of extensive manufactures and became one of them main centres of world trade and industries at the dawn of 18th Choose the correct code/s Only 2 Both Only 1 None 2 / 30 Which of the following species can be generally found in the Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary, Assam? Golden Langur Hangul Forest Owlet Olive Ridley Turtle 3 / 30 With reference to Ryotwari System, consider the following statements. The pioneer of Ryotwari Settlement was Thomas Munro. Land revenue was collected directly from the peasant or ryot. The other name of this system is ‘Permanent Settlement’. As the Ryots had direct link with the Governments the role of money lenders was minimal. Choose the correct options. 1, 3 & 4 1 ,2 & 3 All 1 & 2 4 / 30 Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Nord Stream’ 1. It is a river interlinking project to tackle global warming 2. It is an initiative of all the Scandinavian countries Select the correct statements 2 only Neither 1 nor 2 1 Only Both 1 and 2 5 / 30 With reference to Zamindari System, consider the following statements. The Zamindars were made the owner of the land as long as they were paying the revenue to the Company. Zamindars were allowed to sell or purchase the land and evict the peasants, in case of non-payment of rent. Zamindars had invested in the improvement of the land and crop pattern so that they can maximise their profit in future. Choose the correct options. None 1, 2 & 3 1 and 3 1 and 2 6 / 30 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Although cyclones affect the entire coast of India the East Coast is more prone compared to the West Coast. 2. Over 90 % of the cyclones that develop over the Arabian Sea approach the West Coast of India. Select the correct statements Both 1 and 2 1 Only Neither 1 nor 2 2 only 7 / 30 The term ‘Additive Manufacturing (AM)’ is associated with Fruit based processed food 3D Printing Generic Drugs Defence Industrial Corridors 8 / 30 Consider the following statements. Lord Dalhousie’s Government was responsible for passing two important acts related to social reform- Women Disability Act & Widow Remarriage Act (1856). Hindu Women was not permitted to remarry as per the Veda, Shastras and Smritis. Choose the correct options. Only 2 Only 1 None Both 9 / 30 Consider the following statements about ideals of Brahmo Samaj established by Raja Ram Mohan Roy. The Samaj was open for all caste and creeds. Brahma is the supreme immortal soul from whom all humans are originated, so only Brahma’s idol or image can be used for his worship. The worship was performed through prayers and mediation and readings from Upanishads. Choose the correct options. All are correct 2 & 3 1 & 3 1 & 2 10 / 30 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. NITI Aayog was formed via a resolution of the Union Cabinet as a premier policy ‘Think Tank’ of the Government of India to provide directional and policy inputs. 2. Team India Hub is NITI Aayog’s creation which leads the engagement of states with the Central government. Select the correct statements Both 1 and 2 1 only Neither 1 nor 2 2 only 11 / 30 ‘Gahirmatha rookery’ and ‘Mouth of rivers Rushikulya & Devi’ is often seen in news, in the context of Olive Ridley Turtles Sangai Deer Kharai Camel Great Indian Bustard 12 / 30 Which of the following statements is/are correct with respect to ‘Tropical Cyclones’? 1. It helps to maintain equilibrium in the Earth’s troposphere 2. It helps maintain a relatively stable and warm temperature worldwide 3. It helps relieve drought conditions Select the correct statements 2 and 3 1 and 2 1 and 3 All of the above 13 / 30 The social and cultural life of 18th century India can be best depicted by Non uniformity of cultural and social patterns all over the country. Friendly relations between the Hindus and the Muslims were a very healthy feature of life in 18th century India. The Indian mind of 18th century was tied to tradition and superstitions. Select the correct code/s 1 and 2 1, 2 and 3 1 and 3 2 and 3 14 / 30 ‘Hormozgan’ was in news recently. Where is it located? Syria Iran Yemen Afghanistan 15 / 30 Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Lead Bank’ Scheme 1. It was introduced during the 1991 reforms 2. It was started for providing adequate banking and credit in rural areas through an ‘area approach’, with one bank assigned for one area Select the correct statements 2 only 1 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 16 / 30 By signing the famous ‘Subsidiary Alliance’, Indian state virtually lost control over most of their rights. Which among the following can best represent the status of Indian states under ‘Subsidiary Alliance’? Lost control over sovereignty in external and internal matters Limited rights in defence and foreign relations The Indian rulers became insolvent as a result of exploitation and heavy maintenance of British army. Indian ruler (ally) had a provision to station one European for maintaining diplomatic ties with their neighbouring state on his discretion. Select the correct code/s 1, 2 and 3 1, 2, 3 and 4 None 2, 3 and 4 17 / 30 Which of the following countries are party to the ‘Shanghai Pact’? 1. India 2. Pakistan 3. Russia 4. Nepal Select the correct code 1,2 and 3 2 and 3 2 and 4 1 and 3 18 / 30 ‘Abujh Marias’ primarily inhabit the state of Chhattisgarh Kerala Nagaland Manipur 19 / 30 Which of the following states can be referred to as the ‘Molasses Basin’? Goa Arunachal Pradesh Mizoram Tamil Nadu 20 / 30 Which of the following countries do not open into the ‘Yellow Sea’? South Korea North Korea China Mongolia 21 / 30 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Nigeria is India’s largest trading partner in Africa. 2. Nigeria is world’s sixth largest oil exporter. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 22 / 30 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Ministry of Home Affairs implements the Scheme of “Development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)” exclusively for them. 2. PVTGs reside in all the states and Union Territories of India Select the correct statements Neither 1 nor 2 2 only 1 Only Both 1 and 2 23 / 30 ‘Operation Sunrise’ was carried out on which of the following borders? Sudan and South Sudan Israel-Palestine Indo-Myanmar North & South Korea 24 / 30 ‘VG Kannan Committee’ was in news recently. It is associated with New Education Policy ATM interchange fee Inter-creditor Agreement Country-by-Country Report 25 / 30 ‘Global Wage Report’ is published by International Labour Organisation International Monetary Fund World Economic Forum World Bank 26 / 30 Which of the following statements with respect to ‘RBI’s Prudential Framework for Resolution of Stressed Assets’ is/are correct? 1. It is applicable to Scheduled Commercial Banks Only. 2. Banks have a review period of 2 days after a borrower defaults to decide on the resolution strategy. Select the correct statements 2 only 1 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 27 / 30 ‘Protocol on Establishment of Joint Ocean Observation Station’ is seen in news in the context of Comoros Socotra Seychelles Maldives 28 / 30 ‘Operation Safed Sagar’ is associated with Maldives Djibouti Mozambique None of the above 29 / 30 ‘Kunming Initiative’ is also referred to BCIM Forum BBIN Initiative BIMSTEC ASEAN 30 / 30 Consider the following statements with respect to ‘No Frills accounts’ 1. The No Frills account is aimed to offer the most basic banking service to those from the low-income backgrounds. 2. Banks cannot offer cheque book facility to the no-frills account holders. Select the correct statements Neither 1 nor 2 Both 1 and 2 2 only 1 Only Your score isThe average score is 37% LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte 0% Restart quiz Time for the quiz is 10 min i.e 600 sec Thanks for testing your skills UPSC IAS UPSC Daily Prelims Test Modern History of INDIA test your knowledge 1 / 10 With reference to Ryotwari System, consider the following statements. The pioneer of Ryotwari Settlement was Thomas Munro. Land revenue was collected directly from the peasant or ryot. The other name of this system is ‘Permanent Settlement’. As the Ryots had direct link with the Governments the role of money lenders was minimal. Choose the correct options. All 1, 3 & 4 1 & 2 1 ,2 & 3 2 / 10 Consider the following statements. Lord Dalhousie’s Government was responsible for passing two important acts related to social reform- Women Disability Act & Widow Remarriage Act (1856). Hindu Women was not permitted to remarry as per the Veda, Shastras and Smritis. Choose the correct options. Only 1 Only 2 None Both 3 / 10 Consider the following statements about ideals of Brahmo Samaj established by Raja Ram Mohan Roy. The Samaj was open for all caste and creeds. Brahma is the supreme immortal soul from whom all humans are originated, so only Brahma’s idol or image can be used for his worship. The worship was performed through prayers and mediation and readings from Upanishads. Choose the correct options. 2 & 3 1 & 2 All are correct 1 & 3 4 / 10 With reference to Zamindari System, consider the following statements. The Zamindars were made the owner of the land as long as they were paying the revenue to the Company. Zamindars were allowed to sell or purchase the land and evict the peasants, in case of non-payment of rent. Zamindars had invested in the improvement of the land and crop pattern so that they can maximise their profit in future. Choose the correct options. 1 and 3 None 1 and 2 1, 2 & 3 5 / 10 By signing the famous ‘Subsidiary Alliance’, Indian state virtually lost control over most of their rights. Which among the following can best represent the status of Indian states under ‘Subsidiary Alliance’? Lost control over sovereignty in external and internal matters Limited rights in defence and foreign relations The Indian rulers became insolvent as a result of exploitation and heavy maintenance of British army. Indian ruler (ally) had a provision to station one European for maintaining diplomatic ties with their neighbouring state on his discretion. Select the correct code/s None 2, 3 and 4 1, 2, 3 and 4 1, 2 and 3 6 / 10 The social and cultural life of 18th century India can be best depicted by Non uniformity of cultural and social patterns all over the country. Friendly relations between the Hindus and the Muslims were a very healthy feature of life in 18th century India. The Indian mind of 18th century was tied to tradition and superstitions. Select the correct code/s 1, 2 and 3 1 and 3 2 and 3 1 and 2 7 / 10 Consider the statements regarding India’s state of trade affairs in 18th century There was a sharp decline in ‘Internal trade’ of India due to regular looting and foreign invasion. India remained a land of extensive manufactures and became one of them main centres of world trade and industries at the dawn of 18th Choose the correct code/s Both Only 2 Only 1 None 8 / 10 With reference to Mahalwari System, consider the following statements. Local Zamindar was responsible, on behalf of all peasants, for the payment of land revenue. The peasant was free to sell or mortgage their land. The system was implemented in western part of United Provinces, Punjab, and some part of central Provinces. Choose the correct options. 1 and 2 1 and 3 2 and 3 All 9 / 10 Consider the following statements with respect to administration of Maratha and Mughal Empires The revenue system of Marathas was progressive unlike Mughals who were mainly interested in raising revenues from the helpless peasantry. Maratha failed to give sound administration to the people outside Maharashtra while Mughal’s were more successful in effective administration. Select the correct statement/s None Only 2 Only 1 Both 10 / 10 In British India, what is ‘Dastak’ known for? A permit exempting European traders, mostly of the BritishEast India Company, from paying customs or transit duties on their private trade. A permit regulating internal trade, mostly for Indian traders Fee charged by British government for the regulation of domestic trade. Fee charged by Indian rulers from European Traders when they trade into their territory Your score isThe average score is 30% LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte 0% Restart quiz Quiz is Starting Time's UP UPSC IAS UPSC IAS Polity Quiz UPSC IAS Quiz for Polity 1 / 11 The first schedule of the Indian Constitution pertains to Names of States Names of Union territories Citizenship Forms of Oaths and Affirmation Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 and 2 4 only 1 and 3 1 only 2 / 11 Which of the following statements is correct with regard to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution? The Preamble is a source of power to the legislature Preamble is a part of the Constitution Preamble cannot be amended It is non-justiciable, or it is not enforceable in courts of law. Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1, 2 and 4 2 and 4 1, 3 and 4 2 only 3 / 11 A democratic polity is based on the doctrine of popular sovereignty. With regard to this principle, consider the following Plebiscite Referendum Recall Initiative Which of the above is/are used in direct democracy? 1,2 and 3 1 and 2 All of the above 2,3 and 4 4 / 11 ‘Objective Resolution’ presented by Jawaharlal Nehru in December, 1946 is an historic event in the making of the Constitution. What did this resolution contain? the fundamentals and philosophy of the constitutional structure the composition of the Constituent Assembly abolition of communal electorate ratified India’s membership of the Common wealth 5 / 11 Which of the following is/are the principal feature(s) of Government of India Act, 1919? Introduced dyarchy at the Centre Separated for the first time, provincial budget from the Central budget. Introduced separate representation for the Muslim community and sowed the seeds of separatism. Introduced provincial autonomy Select the correct answer using the code given below: 2 and 4 4 only 2 only 1 and 3 6 / 11 In Indian context, the concept of ‘due process of law’ was introduced in which of the following cases/law? 44th Amendment Act Kesavananda Bharati case Menaka Gandhi Case Minerva Mills Case 7 / 11 According to the Constitution of India, Article 3 authorises the Parliament to reorganise the States. With this authority, the Parliament can alter the name of any state diminish the area of any state alter the boundaries of any state increase the area of any state Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 and 3 All of the above 1, 3 and 4 2, 3 and 4 8 / 11 Consider the following statements: Assertion (A) : Article 1 describes India, as a ‘Union of States’ rather than ‘Federation of States’ Reason (R) : Indian Federation is not the result of an agreement among the States Select the correct answer using the code given below: A is True and R is False Both A and R are True and R is the correct explanation of A Both A and R are True but R is not the correct explanation of A A is False and R is True 9 / 11 In India, the Citizenship Act of 1955 prescribes which of the following ways to acquire citizenship? By naturalisation By descent By incorporation of territory By registration Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 and 4 All of the above 1,2 and 3 1, 2 and 4 10 / 11 At the time of British rule in India, the direct elections were for the first time incorporated under which Law/Act? Government of India Act, 1935 Government of India Act, 1919 Indian Councils Act, 1909 Indian Councils Act, 1892 11 / 11 The federation as prescribed by Government of India Act, 1935 never came into being because The Muslim League did not support federalism, rather they wanted a strong Centre to safeguard their interest. None of the above It was optional for the Indian States to join the federation The administration of State subjects like agriculture, law and order was under Governor-General. Your score isThe average score is 27% LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte 0% Restart quiz /50 Quiz is starting Time's UP UPSC IAS UPSC IAS Pre Test GK-1 UPSC 2022 Pre Test GK-1 50 Questions Test your knowledge before you test it Live. 1 / 50 With reference to Zamindari System, consider the following statements. The Zamindars were made the owner of the land as long as they were paying the revenue to the Company. Zamindars were allowed to sell or purchase the land and evict the peasants, in case of non-payment of rent. Zamindars had invested in the improvement of the land and crop pattern so that they can maximise their profit in future. Choose the correct options. 1 and 2 1 and 3 1, 2 & 3 None 2 / 50 Consider the following statements about ideals of Brahmo Samaj established by Raja Ram Mohan Roy. The Samaj was open for all caste and creeds. Brahma is the supreme immortal soul from whom all humans are originated, so only Brahma’s idol or image can be used for his worship. The worship was performed through prayers and mediation and readings from Upanishads. Choose the correct options. All are correct 1 & 3 1 & 2 2 & 3 3 / 50 With reference to Mahalwari System, consider the following statements. Local Zamindar was responsible, on behalf of all peasants, for the payment of land revenue. The peasant was free to sell or mortgage their land. The system was implemented in western part of United Provinces, Punjab, and some part of central Provinces. Choose the correct options. 2 and 3 1 and 2 1 and 3 All 4 / 50 The social and cultural life of 18th century India can be best depicted by Non uniformity of cultural and social patterns all over the country. Friendly relations between the Hindus and the Muslims were a very healthy feature of life in 18th century India. The Indian mind of 18th century was tied to tradition and superstitions. Select the correct code/s 1 and 3 1 and 2 1, 2 and 3 2 and 3 5 / 50 In India, the Citizenship Act of 1955 prescribes which of the following ways to acquire citizenship? By naturalisation By descent By incorporation of territory By registration Select the correct answer using the code given below: All of the above 1, 2 and 4 1 and 4 1,2 and 3 6 / 50 ‘VG Kannan Committee’ was in news recently. It is associated with ATM interchange fee New Education Policy Country-by-Country Report Inter-creditor Agreement 7 / 50 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Ministry of Home Affairs implements the Scheme of “Development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs)” exclusively for them. 2. PVTGs reside in all the states and Union Territories of India Select the correct statements Both 1 and 2 1 Only 2 only Neither 1 nor 2 8 / 50 The term ‘Additive Manufacturing (AM)’ is associated with Fruit based processed food Defence Industrial Corridors 3D Printing Generic Drugs 9 / 50 ‘Global Wage Report’ is published by World Bank International Monetary Fund International Labour Organisation World Economic Forum 10 / 50 Consider the statements regarding India’s state of trade affairs in 18th century There was a sharp decline in ‘Internal trade’ of India due to regular looting and foreign invasion. India remained a land of extensive manufactures and became one of them main centres of world trade and industries at the dawn of 18th Choose the correct code/s Only 1 None Both Only 2 11 / 50 Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Lead Bank’ Scheme 1. It was introduced during the 1991 reforms 2. It was started for providing adequate banking and credit in rural areas through an ‘area approach’, with one bank assigned for one area Select the correct statements 1 Only Both 1 and 2 2 only Neither 1 nor 2 12 / 50 Which of the following countries do not open into the ‘Yellow Sea’? North Korea South Korea Mongolia China 13 / 50 ‘Objective Resolution’ presented by Jawaharlal Nehru in December, 1946 is an historic event in the making of the Constitution. What did this resolution contain? abolition of communal electorate the composition of the Constituent Assembly ratified India’s membership of the Common wealth the fundamentals and philosophy of the constitutional structure 14 / 50 The federation as prescribed by Government of India Act, 1935 never came into being because The administration of State subjects like agriculture, law and order was under Governor-General. The Muslim League did not support federalism, rather they wanted a strong Centre to safeguard their interest. It was optional for the Indian States to join the federation None of the above 15 / 50 Kuka revolt was a Movement by the deposed rulers against British Politico-religious movement Tribal uprising Revolt of the Zamindars 16 / 50 Consider the following statements with respect to administration of Maratha and Mughal Empires 1. The revenue system of Marathas was progressive unlike Mughals who were mainly interested in raising revenues from the helpless peasantry. 2. Maratha failed to give sound administration to the people outside Maharashtra while Mughal’s were more successful in effective administration. only 1 None Only 2 Both 17 / 50 ‘Operation Safed Sagar’ is associated with None of the above Djibouti Mozambique Maldives 18 / 50 In Indian context, the concept of ‘due process of law’ was introduced in which of the following cases/law? Menaka Gandhi Case Minerva Mills Case 44th Amendment Act Kesavananda Bharati case 19 / 50 Which of the following species can be generally found in the Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary, Assam? Golden Langur Hangul Forest Owlet Olive Ridley Turtle 20 / 50 Consider the following statements with respect to administration of Maratha and Mughal Empires The revenue system of Marathas was progressive unlike Mughals who were mainly interested in raising revenues from the helpless peasantry. Maratha failed to give sound administration to the people outside Maharashtra while Mughal’s were more successful in effective administration. Select the correct statement/s Only 1 Both None Only 2 21 / 50 ‘Kunming Initiative’ is also referred to BIMSTEC BCIM Forum ASEAN BBIN Initiative 22 / 50 Which of the following countries are party to the ‘Shanghai Pact’? 1. India 2. Pakistan 3. Russia 4. Nepal Select the correct code 1,2 and 3 2 and 4 1 and 3 2 and 3 23 / 50 By signing the famous ‘Subsidiary Alliance’, Indian state virtually lost control over most of their rights. Which among the following can best represent the status of Indian states under ‘Subsidiary Alliance’? Lost control over sovereignty in external and internal matters Limited rights in defence and foreign relations The Indian rulers became insolvent as a result of exploitation and heavy maintenance of British army. Indian ruler (ally) had a provision to station one European for maintaining diplomatic ties with their neighbouring state on his discretion. Select the correct code/s 1, 2, 3 and 4 1, 2 and 3 2, 3 and 4 None 24 / 50 According to the Constitution of India, Article 3 authorises the Parliament to reorganise the States. With this authority, the Parliament can alter the name of any state diminish the area of any state alter the boundaries of any state increase the area of any state Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 and 3 2, 3 and 4 All of the above 1, 3 and 4 25 / 50 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. NITI Aayog was formed via a resolution of the Union Cabinet as a premier policy ‘Think Tank’ of the Government of India to provide directional and policy inputs. 2. Team India Hub is NITI Aayog’s creation which leads the engagement of states with the Central government. Select the correct statements Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 1 only 2 only 26 / 50 In British India, what is ‘Dastak’ known for? A permit exempting European traders, mostly of the BritishEast India Company, from paying customs or transit duties on their private trade. Fee charged by Indian rulers from European Traders when they trade into their territory Fee charged by British government for the regulation of domestic trade. A permit regulating internal trade, mostly for Indian traders 27 / 50 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Although cyclones affect the entire coast of India the East Coast is more prone compared to the West Coast. 2. Over 90 % of the cyclones that develop over the Arabian Sea approach the West Coast of India. Select the correct statements Neither 1 nor 2 1 Only Both 1 and 2 2 only 28 / 50 With reference to Mahalwari System, consider the following statements. 1. Local Zamindar was responsible, on behalf of all peasants, for the payment of land revenue. 2. The peasant was free to sell or mortgage their land. 3. The system was implemented in western part of United Provinces, Punjab, and some part of central Provinces. all 2 and 3 1 and 2 1 and 3 29 / 50 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Nigeria is India’s largest trading partner in Africa. 2. Nigeria is world’s sixth largest oil exporter. Select the correct statements Both 1 and 2 1 Only Neither 1 nor 2 2 only 30 / 50 Which of the following statements is/are correct with respect to ‘Tropical Cyclones’? 1. It helps to maintain equilibrium in the Earth’s troposphere 2. It helps maintain a relatively stable and warm temperature worldwide 3. It helps relieve drought conditions Select the correct statements 2 and 3 All of the above 1 and 2 1 and 3 31 / 50 ‘Hormozgan’ was in news recently. Where is it located? Iran Syria Afghanistan Yemen 32 / 50 In British India, what is ‘Dastak’ known for? Fee charged by Indian rulers from European Traders when they trade into their territory Fee charged by British government for the regulation of domestic trade. A permit exempting European traders, mostly of the British East India Company, from paying customs or transit duties on their private trade A permit regulating internal trade, mostly for Indian traders. 33 / 50 The first schedule of the Indian Constitution pertains to Names of States Names of Union territories Citizenship Forms of Oaths and Affirmation Select the correct answer using the code given below: 4 only 1 only 1 and 2 1 and 3 34 / 50 Which of the following statements is correct with regard to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution? The Preamble is a source of power to the legislature Preamble is a part of the Constitution Preamble cannot be amended It is non-justiciable, or it is not enforceable in courts of law. Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1, 2 and 4 2 only 1, 3 and 4 2 and 4 35 / 50 Consider the following statements with respect to ‘No Frills accounts’ 1. The No Frills account is aimed to offer the most basic banking service to those from the low-income backgrounds. 2. Banks cannot offer cheque book facility to the no-frills account holders. Select the correct statements Neither 1 nor 2 Both 1 and 2 1 Only 2 only 36 / 50 ‘Abujh Marias’ primarily inhabit the state of Kerala Chhattisgarh Nagaland Manipur 37 / 50 Which of the following statements with respect to ‘RBI’s Prudential Framework for Resolution of Stressed Assets’ is/are correct? 1. It is applicable to Scheduled Commercial Banks Only. 2. Banks have a review period of 2 days after a borrower defaults to decide on the resolution strategy. Select the correct statements 2 only Both 1 and 2 1 Only Neither 1 nor 2 38 / 50 Consider the following statements. Lord Dalhousie’s Government was responsible for passing two important acts related to social reform- Women Disability Act & Widow Remarriage Act (1856). Hindu Women was not permitted to remarry as per the Veda, Shastras and Smritis. Choose the correct options. Only 2 Both None Only 1 39 / 50 Which of the following states can be referred to as the ‘Molasses Basin’? Goa Arunachal Pradesh Tamil Nadu Mizoram 40 / 50 Consider the following statements: Assertion (A) : Article 1 describes India, as a ‘Union of States’ rather than ‘Federation of States’ Reason (R) : Indian Federation is not the result of an agreement among the States Select the correct answer using the code given below: A is False and R is True A is True and R is False Both A and R are True but R is not the correct explanation of A Both A and R are True and R is the correct explanation of A 41 / 50 Which of the following is/are the principal feature(s) of Government of India Act, 1919? Introduced dyarchy at the Centre Separated for the first time, provincial budget from the Central budget. Introduced separate representation for the Muslim community and sowed the seeds of separatism. Introduced provincial autonomy Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 and 3 4 only 2 only 2 and 4 42 / 50 ‘Operation Sunrise’ was carried out on which of the following borders? Indo-Myanmar North & South Korea Israel-Palestine Sudan and South Sudan 43 / 50 At the time of British rule in India, the direct elections were for the first time incorporated under which Law/Act? Government of India Act, 1919 Government of India Act, 1935 Indian Councils Act, 1909 Indian Councils Act, 1892 44 / 50 Which of the following is not associated with Lord Dalhousie? Doctrine of Lapse Establishment of universities at Bombay, Calcutta and Madras Development of Railways Widow remarriage Act 45 / 50 5*40 300 200 100 46 / 50 ‘Protocol on Establishment of Joint Ocean Observation Station’ is seen in news in the context of Seychelles Maldives Comoros Socotra 47 / 50 Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Nord Stream’ 1. It is a river interlinking project to tackle global warming 2. It is an initiative of all the Scandinavian countries Select the correct statements Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 2 only 1 Only 48 / 50 ‘Gahirmatha rookery’ and ‘Mouth of rivers Rushikulya & Devi’ is often seen in news, in the context of Sangai Deer Great Indian Bustard Olive Ridley Turtles Kharai Camel 49 / 50 With reference to Ryotwari System, consider the following statements. The pioneer of Ryotwari Settlement was Thomas Munro. Land revenue was collected directly from the peasant or ryot. The other name of this system is ‘Permanent Settlement’. As the Ryots had direct link with the Governments the role of money lenders was minimal. Choose the correct options. 1 & 2 1, 3 & 4 All 1 ,2 & 3 50 / 50 A democratic polity is based on the doctrine of popular sovereignty. With regard to this principle, consider the following Plebiscite Referendum Recall Initiative Which of the above is/are used in direct democracy? 1,2 and 3 All of the above 2,3 and 4 1 and 2 Your score isThe average score is 40% LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte 0% Restart quiz UPSC UPSC IAS Crash Courses