UPSC Civil Services Prelims (GS Paper 1) - Mock 4

Consider the following statements regarding Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP): 1. They aim at establishing social and economic democracy. 2. They are borrowed from the Irish Constitution. 3. They are contained in Part IV of the Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding President of India: 1. He can be impeached for violation of the Constitution. 2. He is elected directly by the people of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Parliament: 1. A joint sitting is presided over by the President. 2. Money Bills can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha. 3. The Rajya Sabha is subject to dissolution every five years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Supreme Court: 1. It has advisory jurisdiction under Article 143. 2. The retirement age for a Supreme Court judge is 62 years. 3. Original jurisdiction includes disputes between two or more States. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Panchayati Raj: 1. One-third of total seats are reserved for women. 2. It was constitutionalized by the 73rd Amendment Act. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Indus Valley Civilization: 1. Iron was widely used for weapons. 2. Lothal was a prominent dockyard city. 3. It was a Bronze Age civilization. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Buddhism: 1. The Fourth Buddhist Council was held under Ashoka. 2. It rejected the authority of the Vedas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Mughal Empire: 1. Aurangzeb completely banned the playing of music at his court. 2. The Taj Mahal was built by Jahangir. 3. Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi in the First Battle of Panipat. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Indian National Congress: 1. The first session was held in Calcutta. 2. Annie Besant was the first woman President of INC. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Non-Cooperation Movement: 1. It demanded complete independence (Purna Swaraj) from the beginning. 2. Gandhi called it off due to the Chauri Chaura incident. 3. It was launched in response to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Himalayas: 1. The Zaskar range is part of the Trans-Himalayas. 2. They are an example of young fold mountains. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Monsoon: 1. The Southwest monsoon brings rainfall to most parts of India. 2. El Nino positively impacts the Indian monsoon. 3. Retreating monsoons cause rainfall in Coromandel coast. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Oceanography: 1. Ocean currents in the Northern Hemisphere deflect to the right. 2. The Mariana Trench is located in the Atlantic Ocean. 3. The Gulf Stream is a cold ocean current. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Soils of India: 1. Black soil is highly suitable for cotton cultivation. 2. Laterite soil is rich in nitrogen and organic matter. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Inflation: 1. WPI primarily measures changes in the prices of services. 2. Deflation is a general decline in prices for goods and services. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Reserve Bank of India (RBI): 1. It directly deals with individual citizens for opening savings accounts. 2. It manages the foreign exchange reserves of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Taxes in India: 1. Corporate tax is levied by State Governments. 2. Income Tax is a progressive direct tax. 3. GST is an indirect tax destination-based tax. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Biodiversity: 1. In-situ conservation includes botanical gardens. 2. IUCN publishes the Red List of Threatened Species. 3. Endemic species are those found strictly in a specific geographical area. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Climate Change Agreements: 1. The Kyoto Protocol focuses on greenhouse gas emission reduction. 2. The Montreal Protocol deals with the protection of the ozone layer. 3. India is not a signatory to the Paris Agreement. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Rights: 1. Article 32 provides the right to constitutional remedies. 2. They are enshrined in Part III of the Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP): 1. They are borrowed from the Irish Constitution. 2. They are contained in Part IV of the Constitution. 3. They aim at establishing social and economic democracy. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding President of India: 1. He can be impeached for violation of the Constitution. 2. He is elected directly by the people of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Parliament: 1. A joint sitting is presided over by the President. 2. The Rajya Sabha is subject to dissolution every five years. 3. The Vice-President is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Supreme Court: 1. The judges are appointed by the President. 2. It has advisory jurisdiction under Article 143. 3. Original jurisdiction includes disputes between two or more States. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Panchayati Raj: 1. It provides for a three-tier system in all states regardless of population. 2. It was constitutionalized by the 73rd Amendment Act. 3. State Election Commission conducts elections to panchayats. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Indus Valley Civilization: 1. Lothal was a prominent dockyard city. 2. Iron was widely used for weapons. 3. It was a Bronze Age civilization. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Buddhism: 1. The Fourth Buddhist Council was held under Ashoka. 2. Mahayana Buddhism believes in idol worship of Buddha. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Mughal Empire: 1. Aurangzeb completely banned the playing of music at his court. 2. Akbar introduced the Mansabdari system. 3. The Taj Mahal was built by Jahangir. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Indian National Congress: 1. The Surat Split occurred in 1907. 2. It was founded in 1885 by A.O. Hume. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Non-Cooperation Movement: 1. It was launched in response to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. 2. Gandhi called it off due to the Chauri Chaura incident. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Himalayas: 1. Mount Everest is located in the Greater Himalayas. 2. The Zaskar range is part of the Trans-Himalayas. 3. The Himadri is the southernmost range of the Himalayas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Monsoon: 1. The Southwest monsoon brings rainfall to most parts of India. 2. Retreating monsoons cause rainfall in Coromandel coast. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Oceanography: 1. Ocean currents in the Northern Hemisphere deflect to the right. 2. The Mariana Trench is located in the Atlantic Ocean. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Soils of India: 1. Red soil develops a reddish colour due to diffusion of iron. 2. Alluvial soil is the most widespread soil in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Inflation: 1. Stagflation refers to high inflation combined with high unemployment. 2. WPI primarily measures changes in the prices of services. 3. Deflation is a general decline in prices for goods and services. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Reserve Bank of India (RBI): 1. The Monetary Policy Committee has 6 members. 2. It directly deals with individual citizens for opening savings accounts. 3. It was established based on the Hilton Young Commission. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Taxes in India: 1. Corporate tax is levied by State Governments. 2. GST is an indirect tax destination-based tax. 3. Customs duty is levied on export and import of goods. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Biodiversity: 1. Endemic species are those found strictly in a specific geographical area. 2. The Western Ghats is a recognized biodiversity hotspot. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Climate Change Agreements: 1. The Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C. 2. India is not a signatory to the Paris Agreement. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Rights: 1. Article 32 provides the right to constitutional remedies. 2. They are justiciable in nature. 3. They are absolute and not subject to any restrictions. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP): 1. They are legally enforceable by the courts. 2. They aim at establishing social and economic democracy. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding President of India: 1. He can be impeached for violation of the Constitution. 2. The electoral college consists of elected members of both Houses of Parliament. 3. He holds office for a term of six years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Parliament: 1. The Rajya Sabha is subject to dissolution every five years. 2. Money Bills can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha. 3. A joint sitting is presided over by the President. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Supreme Court: 1. Original jurisdiction includes disputes between two or more States. 2. It has advisory jurisdiction under Article 143. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Panchayati Raj: 1. One-third of total seats are reserved for women. 2. It was constitutionalized by the 73rd Amendment Act. 3. State Election Commission conducts elections to panchayats. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Indus Valley Civilization: 1. Iron was widely used for weapons. 2. It was a Bronze Age civilization. 3. Lothal was a prominent dockyard city. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Buddhism: 1. It rejected the authority of the Vedas. 2. The Fourth Buddhist Council was held under Ashoka. 3. Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon at Sarnath. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Mughal Empire: 1. The Taj Mahal was built by Jahangir. 2. Akbar introduced the Mansabdari system. 3. Aurangzeb completely banned the playing of music at his court. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Indian National Congress: 1. Annie Besant was the first woman President of INC. 2. It was founded in 1885 by A.O. Hume. 3. The first session was held in Calcutta. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Non-Cooperation Movement: 1. It demanded complete independence (Purna Swaraj) from the beginning. 2. Gandhi called it off due to the Chauri Chaura incident. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Himalayas: 1. They are an example of young fold mountains. 2. The Zaskar range is part of the Trans-Himalayas. 3. Mount Everest is located in the Greater Himalayas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Monsoon: 1. Retreating monsoons cause rainfall in Coromandel coast. 2. The Southwest monsoon brings rainfall to most parts of India. 3. El Nino positively impacts the Indian monsoon. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Oceanography: 1. Ocean currents in the Northern Hemisphere deflect to the right. 2. The Mariana Trench is located in the Atlantic Ocean. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Soils of India: 1. Black soil is highly suitable for cotton cultivation. 2. Red soil develops a reddish colour due to diffusion of iron. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Inflation: 1. Deflation is a general decline in prices for goods and services. 2. Stagflation refers to high inflation combined with high unemployment. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Reserve Bank of India (RBI): 1. It manages the foreign exchange reserves of India. 2. It was established based on the Hilton Young Commission. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Taxes in India: 1. Customs duty is levied on export and import of goods. 2. Income Tax is a progressive direct tax. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Biodiversity: 1. The Western Ghats is a recognized biodiversity hotspot. 2. In-situ conservation includes botanical gardens. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Climate Change Agreements: 1. The Montreal Protocol deals with the protection of the ozone layer. 2. The Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C. 3. The Kyoto Protocol focuses on greenhouse gas emission reduction. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Rights: 1. They are justiciable in nature. 2. They are enshrined in Part III of the Constitution. 3. They are absolute and not subject to any restrictions. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP): 1. They are borrowed from the Irish Constitution. 2. They aim at establishing social and economic democracy. 3. They are contained in Part IV of the Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding President of India: 1. He can be impeached for violation of the Constitution. 2. He holds office for a term of six years. 3. He is elected directly by the people of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Parliament: 1. The Rajya Sabha is subject to dissolution every five years. 2. The Vice-President is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. 3. A joint sitting is presided over by the President. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Supreme Court: 1. The retirement age for a Supreme Court judge is 62 years. 2. Original jurisdiction includes disputes between two or more States. 3. It has advisory jurisdiction under Article 143. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Panchayati Raj: 1. State Election Commission conducts elections to panchayats. 2. It provides for a three-tier system in all states regardless of population. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Indus Valley Civilization: 1. It was a Bronze Age civilization. 2. Iron was widely used for weapons. 3. Lothal was a prominent dockyard city. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Buddhism: 1. Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon at Sarnath. 2. The Fourth Buddhist Council was held under Ashoka. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Mughal Empire: 1. Akbar introduced the Mansabdari system. 2. Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi in the First Battle of Panipat. 3. The Taj Mahal was built by Jahangir. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Indian National Congress: 1. The first session was held in Calcutta. 2. The Surat Split occurred in 1907. 3. Annie Besant was the first woman President of INC. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Non-Cooperation Movement: 1. Gandhi called it off due to the Chauri Chaura incident. 2. It demanded complete independence (Purna Swaraj) from the beginning. 3. It was launched in response to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Himalayas: 1. The Himadri is the southernmost range of the Himalayas. 2. Mount Everest is located in the Greater Himalayas. 3. They are an example of young fold mountains. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Monsoon: 1. The Tamil Nadu coast remains mostly dry during the Southwest monsoon. 2. The Southwest monsoon brings rainfall to most parts of India. 3. Retreating monsoons cause rainfall in Coromandel coast. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Oceanography: 1. Spring tides occur during full moon and new moon. 2. Ocean currents in the Northern Hemisphere deflect to the right. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Soils of India: 1. Black soil is highly suitable for cotton cultivation. 2. Alluvial soil is the most widespread soil in India. 3. Laterite soil is rich in nitrogen and organic matter. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Inflation: 1. Headline inflation includes volatile food and energy prices. 2. Deflation is a general decline in prices for goods and services. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Reserve Bank of India (RBI): 1. It was established based on the Hilton Young Commission. 2. It directly deals with individual citizens for opening savings accounts. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Taxes in India: 1. GST is an indirect tax destination-based tax. 2. Customs duty is levied on export and import of goods. 3. Corporate tax is levied by State Governments. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Biodiversity: 1. The Western Ghats is a recognized biodiversity hotspot. 2. Endemic species are those found strictly in a specific geographical area. 3. IUCN publishes the Red List of Threatened Species. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Climate Change Agreements: 1. The Kyoto Protocol focuses on greenhouse gas emission reduction. 2. The Montreal Protocol deals with the protection of the ozone layer. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Rights: 1. They cannot be suspended during a National Emergency. 2. They are justiciable in nature. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP): 1. They are contained in Part IV of the Constitution. 2. They are legally enforceable by the courts. 3. They are borrowed from the Irish Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding President of India: 1. He is elected directly by the people of India. 2. He holds office for a term of six years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Parliament: 1. The Rajya Sabha is subject to dissolution every five years. 2. The Vice-President is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. 3. Money Bills can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Supreme Court: 1. The retirement age for a Supreme Court judge is 62 years. 2. Original jurisdiction includes disputes between two or more States. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Panchayati Raj: 1. It provides for a three-tier system in all states regardless of population. 2. One-third of total seats are reserved for women. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Indus Valley Civilization: 1. The script has been completely deciphered. 2. It was a Bronze Age civilization. 3. Iron was widely used for weapons. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Buddhism: 1. Gautama Buddha delivered his first sermon at Sarnath. 2. Mahayana Buddhism believes in idol worship of Buddha. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Mughal Empire: 1. Aurangzeb completely banned the playing of music at his court. 2. Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi in the First Battle of Panipat. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Indian National Congress: 1. The Surat Split occurred in 1907. 2. It was founded in 1885 by A.O. Hume. 3. Annie Besant was the first woman President of INC. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Non-Cooperation Movement: 1. The Khilafat Movement was merged with it. 2. It demanded complete independence (Purna Swaraj) from the beginning. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Himalayas: 1. The Zaskar range is part of the Trans-Himalayas. 2. The Himadri is the southernmost range of the Himalayas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Monsoon: 1. El Nino positively impacts the Indian monsoon. 2. The Tamil Nadu coast remains mostly dry during the Southwest monsoon. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Oceanography: 1. The Mariana Trench is located in the Atlantic Ocean. 2. The Gulf Stream is a cold ocean current. 3. Spring tides occur during full moon and new moon. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Soils of India: 1. Laterite soil is rich in nitrogen and organic matter. 2. Black soil is highly suitable for cotton cultivation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Inflation: 1. Deflation is a general decline in prices for goods and services. 2. Headline inflation includes volatile food and energy prices. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Reserve Bank of India (RBI): 1. The Monetary Policy Committee has 6 members. 2. It directly deals with individual citizens for opening savings accounts. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Taxes in India: 1. Customs duty is levied on export and import of goods. 2. Income Tax is a progressive direct tax. 3. Corporate tax is levied by State Governments. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Biodiversity: 1. IUCN publishes the Red List of Threatened Species. 2. Endemic species are those found strictly in a specific geographical area. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Climate Change Agreements: 1. The Kyoto Protocol focuses on greenhouse gas emission reduction. 2. India is not a signatory to the Paris Agreement. 3. The Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Rights: 1. Article 32 provides the right to constitutional remedies. 2. They are justiciable in nature. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?