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KSP KSRP PSI 2017 — Paper 2 - General Studies (GS)

All 100 questions from this paper with the correct answer and a detailed explanation for each. Covers Applied Science & Technology, Geography of India, Indian Polity, Physics, General Mental Ability, Ancient & Medieval History (India), Indian Culture, Physical Geography (World), Modern History (India), Economy, Karnataka Geography, Biology, International Relations, Current Affairs, Schemes & Social Justice, Environment, Chemistry, Karnataka History, Awards & Honours.

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Q1Applied Science & Technology › Space Technology › Miscellaneous

The biggest planet in the solar system is

  1. A.

    Jupiter

    Correct
  2. B.

    Saturn

  3. C.

    Uranus

  4. D.

    Venus

Explanation

Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system.

Q2Geography of India › Physiography, Climate & Drainage › Physiographic Divisions of India

Which one is land-locked State ?

  1. A.

    Gujarat

  2. B.

    Andhra Pradesh

  3. C.

    West Bengal

  4. D.

    Bihar

    Correct

Explanation

Bihar is a land-locked Indian state, without a coastline.

Q3Indian Polity › Union Executive › Prime Minister & Council of Ministers

Who presides over the meeting of the Council of Ministers ?

  1. A.

    The Prime Minister

    Correct
  2. B.

    The President

  3. C.

    Different Ministers by rotation

  4. D.

    The Cabinet Secretary

Explanation

The Prime Minister presides over meetings of the Council of Ministers.

Q4Indian Polity › Fundamental Rights, DPSP & Duties › Fundamental Rights and Landmark Caselaws

A person in illegal custody can obtain relief through

  1. A.

    Writ of Mandamus before the High Court

  2. B.

    Writ of Habeas Corpus before the High Court or Supreme Court

    Correct
  3. C.

    Writ of Quo Warranto before District Court and High Court

  4. D.

    Writ of Habeas Corpus before High Court only

Explanation

A person illegally detained can seek relief via the writ of Habeas Corpus before the High Court or Supreme Court.

Q5Physics › Energy Resources & Technology › Non-Conventional/Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, Tidal, Geothermal)

Under the "Solar Cities" Programme, which of the following cities are being developed as Model Solar Cities ?

  1. Nagpur
  2. Chandigarh
  3. Mysuru
  4. Gandhinagar

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

  1. A.

    1, 2, 3 and 4

    Correct
  2. B.

    1 and 2 only

  3. C.

    1, 3 and 4

  4. D.

    4 only

Explanation

Nagpur, Chandigarh, Mysuru and Gandhinagar were all selected as Model Solar Cities under the Ministry's Solar Cities Programme.

Q6General Mental Ability › Basic Numeracy › Miscellaneous

Instructions for question no. 6 to 12. The advertisement is given for the appointment of training officers for an organization according to the following conditions mentioned below: a. As on 1-2-2009, candidate should not exceed 28 years and should not be below 21 years. b. Candidate should have minimum 55% in any degree. c. In the CET exam that is being conducted for the selection, candidates should secure minimum of 50% of marks. d. Candidate should secure atleast 45% of marks in interview. e. Candidate must be prepared to work in any parts of the country. Those who have the above said eligibility criteria and fulfil the above conditions, will be appointed directly. In case the candidate has the following alternative two conditions.

  1. In connection with condition b, if candidate is a postgraduate, then the applicant is brought to the kind notice of the Executive Director.
  2. In connection with condition a, If the candidate has one year working experience, he will be brought to the kind notice of the Vice President. Be clear about the information mentioned above. Read the questions carefully and answer according to the information above and do not make assumptions. Consider the information as on 1-2-2009.

Jagadeesh got a bachelor degree in commerce in 2007 at the age of 22. He has secured 58% of marks in his degree. He is ready to serve anywhere in India. He has secured 48% marks in CET and 52% of marks in the interview.

  1. A.

    Candidate gets selected

  2. B.

    Candidate will not be selected

    Correct
  3. C.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Executive Director

  4. D.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Vice President

Explanation

This question applies an eligibility/selection-criteria rule set (age, marks, category thresholds) to a candidate's profile to determine an outcome.

Q7General Mental Ability › Basic Numeracy › Miscellaneous

Instructions for question no. 6 to 12. The advertisement is given for the appointment of training officers for an organization according to the following conditions mentioned below: a. As on 1-2-2009, candidate should not exceed 28 years and should not be below 21 years. b. Candidate should have minimum 55% in any degree. c. In the CET exam that is being conducted for the selection, candidates should secure minimum of 50% of marks. d. Candidate should secure atleast 45% of marks in interview. e. Candidate must be prepared to work in any parts of the country. Those who have the above said eligibility criteria and fulfil the above conditions, will be appointed directly. In case the candidate has the following alternative two conditions.

  1. In connection with condition b, if candidate is a postgraduate, then the applicant is brought to the kind notice of the Executive Director.
  2. In connection with condition a, If the candidate has one year working experience, he will be brought to the kind notice of the Vice President. Be clear about the information mentioned above. Read the questions carefully and answer according to the information above and do not make assumptions. Consider the information as on 1-2-2009.

Umesh has secured 45% of marks in bachelor degree and 52% of marks in post graduation. His date of birth is 17-06-1982. He is ready to serve anywhere in India. He has secured 56% of marks in Interview and 63% of marks in CET.

  1. A.

    Candidate gets selected

  2. B.

    Candidate will not be selected

  3. C.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Executive Director

    Correct
  4. D.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Vice President

Explanation

This question applies an eligibility/selection-criteria rule set (age, marks, category thresholds) to a candidate's profile to determine an outcome.

Q8General Mental Ability › Basic Numeracy › Miscellaneous

Instructions for question no. 6 to 12. The advertisement is given for the appointment of training officers for an organization according to the following conditions mentioned below: a. As on 1-2-2009, candidate should not exceed 28 years and should not be below 21 years. b. Candidate should have minimum 55% in any degree. c. In the CET exam that is being conducted for the selection, candidates should secure minimum of 50% of marks. d. Candidate should secure atleast 45% of marks in interview. e. Candidate must be prepared to work in any parts of the country. Those who have the above said eligibility criteria and fulfil the above conditions, will be appointed directly. In case the candidate has the following alternative two conditions.

  1. In connection with condition b, if candidate is a postgraduate, then the applicant is brought to the kind notice of the Executive Director.
  2. In connection with condition a, If the candidate has one year working experience, he will be brought to the kind notice of the Vice President. Be clear about the information mentioned above. Read the questions carefully and answer according to the information above and do not make assumptions. Consider the information as on 1-2-2009.

Ramappa is a 23 years old science graduate. He has finished his science degree in August 2008 with 52% of marks. He is ready to serve anywhere in India. He has secured 66% of marks in CET and 56% of marks in Interview.

  1. A.

    Candidate gets selected

  2. B.

    Candidate will not be selected

    Correct
  3. C.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Executive Director

  4. D.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Vice President

Explanation

This question applies an eligibility/selection-criteria rule set (age, marks, category thresholds) to a candidate's profile to determine an outcome.

Q9General Mental Ability › Basic Numeracy › Miscellaneous

Instructions for question no. 6 to 12. The advertisement is given for the appointment of training officers for an organization according to the following conditions mentioned below: a. As on 1-2-2009, candidate should not exceed 28 years and should not be below 21 years. b. Candidate should have minimum 55% in any degree. c. In the CET exam that is being conducted for the selection, candidates should secure minimum of 50% of marks. d. Candidate should secure atleast 45% of marks in interview. e. Candidate must be prepared to work in any parts of the country. Those who have the above said eligibility criteria and fulfil the above conditions, will be appointed directly. In case the candidate has the following alternative two conditions.

  1. In connection with condition b, if candidate is a postgraduate, then the applicant is brought to the kind notice of the Executive Director.
  2. In connection with condition a, If the candidate has one year working experience, he will be brought to the kind notice of the Vice President. Be clear about the information mentioned above. Read the questions carefully and answer according to the information above and do not make assumptions. Consider the information as on 1-2-2009.

Balu got his Post Graduation degree in chemistry. He has been working in a chemical company since last one year. He has secured 53% of marks in degree and 58% of marks in CET and 52% of marks in the Interview. Presently 26 years old Balu is ready to serve anywhere in India. (a) Candidate gets selected

  1. A.

    Candidate gets selected

  2. B.

    Candidate will not be selected

  3. C.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Executive Director

    Correct
  4. D.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Vice President

Explanation

This question applies an eligibility/selection-criteria rule set (age, marks, category thresholds) to a candidate's profile to determine an outcome.

Q10General Mental Ability › Basic Numeracy › Miscellaneous

Instructions for question no. 6 to 12. The advertisement is given for the appointment of training officers for an organization according to the following conditions mentioned below: a. As on 1-2-2009, candidate should not exceed 28 years and should not be below 21 years. b. Candidate should have minimum 55% in any degree. c. In the CET exam that is being conducted for the selection, candidates should secure minimum of 50% of marks. d. Candidate should secure atleast 45% of marks in interview. e. Candidate must be prepared to work in any parts of the country. Those who have the above said eligibility criteria and fulfil the above conditions, will be appointed directly. In case the candidate has the following alternative two conditions.

  1. In connection with condition b, if candidate is a postgraduate, then the applicant is brought to the kind notice of the Executive Director.
  2. In connection with condition a, If the candidate has one year working experience, he will be brought to the kind notice of the Vice President. Be clear about the information mentioned above. Read the questions carefully and answer according to the information above and do not make assumptions. Consider the information as on 1-2-2009.

Mahesh is a science graduate with 63% of marks. He has secured 53% and 51% of marks in CET and Interview respectively. He is ready to serve anywhere in India. He has also been working in a private organization in marketing division since July 2007. His date of birth is 11-06-1980.

  1. A.

    Candidate gets selected

  2. B.

    Candidate will not be selected

  3. C.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Executive Director

  4. D.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Vice President

    Correct

Explanation

This question applies an eligibility/selection-criteria rule set (age, marks, category thresholds) to a candidate's profile to determine an outcome.

Q11General Mental Ability › Basic Numeracy › Miscellaneous

Instructions for question no. 6 to 12. The advertisement is given for the appointment of training officers for an organization according to the following conditions mentioned below: a. As on 1-2-2009, candidate should not exceed 28 years and should not be below 21 years. b. Candidate should have minimum 55% in any degree. c. In the CET exam that is being conducted for the selection, candidates should secure minimum of 50% of marks. d. Candidate should secure atleast 45% of marks in interview. e. Candidate must be prepared to work in any parts of the country. Those who have the above said eligibility criteria and fulfil the above conditions, will be appointed directly. In case the candidate has the following alternative two conditions.

  1. In connection with condition b, if candidate is a postgraduate, then the applicant is brought to the kind notice of the Executive Director.
  2. In connection with condition a, If the candidate has one year working experience, he will be brought to the kind notice of the Vice President. Be clear about the information mentioned above. Read the questions carefully and answer according to the information above and do not make assumptions. Consider the information as on 1-2-2009.

Millanhatti has secured 72% of marks in Bachelor of Science degree. His date of birth is 13-10-1978. He is working as a clerk since last 2 years. He has scored 58% of marks in CET and interview and he is also ready to serve anywhere in India.

  1. A.

    Candidate gets selected

  2. B.

    Candidate will not be selected

  3. C.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Executive Director

  4. D.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Vice President

    Correct

Explanation

This question applies an eligibility/selection-criteria rule set (age, marks, category thresholds) to a candidate's profile to determine an outcome.

Q12General Mental Ability › Basic Numeracy › Miscellaneous

Instructions for question no. 6 to 12. The advertisement is given for the appointment of training officers for an organization according to the following conditions mentioned below: a. As on 1-2-2009, candidate should not exceed 28 years and should not be below 21 years. b. Candidate should have minimum 55% in any degree. c. In the CET exam that is being conducted for the selection, candidates should secure minimum of 50% of marks. d. Candidate should secure atleast 45% of marks in interview. e. Candidate must be prepared to work in any parts of the country. Those who have the above said eligibility criteria and fulfil the above conditions, will be appointed directly. In case the candidate has the following alternative two conditions.

  1. In connection with condition b, if candidate is a postgraduate, then the applicant is brought to the kind notice of the Executive Director.
  2. In connection with condition a, If the candidate has one year working experience, he will be brought to the kind notice of the Vice President. Be clear about the information mentioned above. Read the questions carefully and answer according to the information above and do not make assumptions. Consider the information as on 1-2-2009.

Srinivasalu is a B.Com. graduate securing 57% of marks. He completed his degree in July 2008. He has scored 48% of marks in Interview and 58% marks in CET. He is ready to work anywhere in India. He has completed 25 years of age as on November 2008.

  1. A.

    Candidate gets selected

    Correct
  2. B.

    Candidate will not be selected

  3. C.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Executive Director

  4. D.

    Will be brought to the notice of the Vice President

Explanation

This question applies an eligibility/selection-criteria rule set (age, marks, category thresholds) to a candidate's profile to determine an outcome.

Q13Ancient & Medieval History (India) › Mauryan, Gupta & Post-Gupta India › Gupta Empire (Golden Age) & Harshavardhana

In which period Vishnu Sharma wrote "Panchatantra"?

  1. A.

    Mauryas

  2. B.

    Guptas

    Correct
  3. C.

    Kushanas

  4. D.

    Pallavas

Explanation

Vishnu Sharma's 'Panchatantra' is generally dated to the Gupta period.

Q14Indian Culture › Religions & Philosophy of India › Sikhism, Islam, Christianity & Other Religions in India

Which is the birth place of Gurunanak?

  1. A.

    Thalavandi

    Correct
  2. B.

    Nasik

  3. C.

    Amritsar

  4. D.

    Jodhpur

Explanation

Guru Nanak, founder of Sikhism, was born at Talwandi (now Nankana Sahib, Pakistan).

Q15Ancient & Medieval History (India) › Vedic Age & Early Society › Vedic Literature, Society and Polity

Which of the following is a Gayathri Chant?

  1. A.

    Bhagwathgeetha

  2. B.

    Upanishat

  3. C.

    Samaveda

  4. D.

    Rigveda

    Correct

Explanation

The Gayatri Mantra is found in the Rig Veda.

Q16Physical Geography (World) › Geomorphology & Landforms › Miscellaneous

The perpendicular distance above from the ocean level is called as what?

  1. A.

    Latitude

  2. B.

    Longitude

  3. C.

    Altitude

    Correct
  4. D.

    None of the above

Explanation

The vertical/perpendicular height of a point above mean sea level is called its altitude.

Q17Geography of India › Physiography, Climate & Drainage › Miscellaneous

Pak Strait separates which two countries?

  1. A.

    Pakistan and China

  2. B.

    India and Sri Lanka

    Correct
  3. C.

    India and Pakistan

  4. D.

    India and China

Explanation

The Palk Strait separates India and Sri Lanka.

Q18Indian Culture › Architecture & Sculpture › Ancient & Medieval Temple Architecture

Khajuraho is in which State?

  1. A.

    Orissa

  2. B.

    Madhya Pradesh

    Correct
  3. C.

    Uttar Pradesh

  4. D.

    Tamil Nadu

Explanation

The Khajuraho temples are located in Madhya Pradesh.

Q19Modern History (India) › Indian National Movement › Early Nationalism, Swadeshi & Home Rule

The Congress which was split in 1907 as Moderates and Extremists united in which session?

  1. A.

    Mumbai Session of 1915

  2. B.

    Lucknow Session of 1916

    Correct
  3. C.

    Delhi Session of 1918

  4. D.

    Amritsar Session of 1919

Explanation

The Congress, split into Moderates and Extremists at Surat in 1907, reunited at the Lucknow Session of 1916.

Q20Economy › Money & Monetary Policy › RBI & Open Market Operations

Which is called as Banker's Bank?

  1. A.

    State Bank of India

  2. B.

    Appex Bank

  3. C.

    Reserve Bank of India

    Correct
  4. D.

    NABARD

Explanation

The Reserve Bank of India, as banker to other banks, is known as the 'Banker's Bank'.

Q21Geography of India › Physiography, Climate & Drainage › Miscellaneous

Where is Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (Dum Dum) located?

  1. A.

    New Delhi

  2. B.

    Kolkata

    Correct
  3. C.

    Amritsar

  4. D.

    Panaji

Explanation

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (Dum Dum) is located in Kolkata.

Q22Modern History (India) › Revolt of 1857 › Causes, Course and Consequences of the Revolt

Whom did the revolutionaries declare "Emperor of India" during 1857 First War of Independence?

  1. A.

    Shah Alam II

  2. B.

    Bahaddur Shah II

    Correct
  3. C.

    Shah Alam I

  4. D.

    None of the above

Explanation

During the 1857 Revolt, the rebels proclaimed the aged Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah II as Emperor of India.

Q23Modern History (India) › Indian National Movement › Early Nationalism, Swadeshi & Home Rule

Whom did Gandhiji accept as the political mentor?

  1. A.

    Gopalkrishna Gokhale

    Correct
  2. B.

    Lala Lajpat Roy

  3. C.

    Madan Mohan Malvia

  4. D.

    None of the abve

Explanation

Gandhi regarded Gopal Krishna Gokhale as his political mentor/guru.

Q24Modern History (India) › Indian National Movement › Constitutional Developments (Simon Commission, Round Table, GoI Act 1935)

When was Simon Commission appointed?

  1. A.

    1926

  2. B.

    1927

    Correct
  3. C.

    1928

  4. D.

    1929

Explanation

The Simon Commission was appointed in 1927 to review the working of constitutional reforms in India.

Q25Modern History (India) › Indian National Movement › Miscellaneous

Match the following:

A. Moplah Revolt1. Kerala
B. Pabna Revolt2. Bihar
C. Eka Revolt3. Bengal
D. Birsa Munda Revolt4. Awadh
  1. A.

    1 3 4 2

    Correct
  2. B.

    2 3 4 1

  3. C.

    1 2 3 4

  4. D.

    3 4 1 2

Explanation

The Moplah Revolt occurred in Kerala, the Pabna Revolt in Bengal, the Eka Movement in Awadh, and the Birsa Munda Revolt in Bihar (A-1, B-3, C-4, D-2).

Q26Applied Science & Technology › Space Technology › Indian Space Programme

Which one of the following is known as "Work Horse" of ISRO?

  1. A.

    GSLV

  2. B.

    PSLV

    Correct
  3. C.

    ESLV

  4. D.

    SLV

Explanation

The Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) is known as the 'Workhorse of ISRO' for its reliability across many missions.

Q27Karnataka Geography › Rivers & Waterfalls › Famous Waterfalls

Sathodi water falls is situated in which district of Karnataka?

  1. A.

    Shivmogga

  2. B.

    Belagavi

  3. C.

    Uttara Kannada

    Correct
  4. D.

    Udupi

Explanation

Sathodi Falls is located in Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka.

Q28Biology › Animal Biology › Classification of Animals (incl. Endangered/Extinct e.g. Dodo, Cassowary)

Insect belongs to

  1. A.

    Annelids

  2. B.

    Arthropods

    Correct
  3. C.

    Crustaceans

  4. D.

    Coelenterates

Explanation

Insects belong to the phylum Arthropoda.

Q29Karnataka Geography › Rivers & Waterfalls › Karnataka River Systems

Karanja Dam is located at

  1. A.

    Bidar

    Correct
  2. B.

    Vijayapura

  3. C.

    Belagavi

  4. D.

    Kalburgi

Explanation

The Karanja Dam is located in Bidar district, Karnataka.

Q30Economy › Banking › Banking Reforms

'Basel III Accord' or simply 'Basel III', often seen in the news, seeks to

  1. A.

    Develop national strategies for the conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity

  2. B.

    Improve banking sector's ability to deal with financial and economic stress and improve risk management

    Correct
  3. C.

    Reduce the greenhouse gas emissions but places a heavier burden on developed countries

  4. D.

    Transfer technology from developed countries to poor countries to enable them to replace the use of chlorofluorocarbons in refrigeration with harmless chemicals

Explanation

Basel III seeks to strengthen banks' capital adequacy and risk management to improve resilience against financial and economic stress.

Q31Indian Polity › Fundamental Rights, DPSP & Duties › Directive Principles of State Policy & Fundamental Duties

Which of the following Amendments has added the Fundamental Duties in the Form of Article 51A to the Constitution of India ?

  1. A.

    36th

  2. B.

    42nd

    Correct
  3. C.

    44th

  4. D.

    52nd

Explanation

The 42nd Constitutional Amendment (1976) added Fundamental Duties as Article 51A.

Q32International Relations › Bilateral Relations › Relations with Neighbours (Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, China, Myanmar, Afghanistan)

Gwadar Port is in frequent news. In which country is it located ?

  1. A.

    Pakistan

    Correct
  2. B.

    Iran

  3. C.

    China

  4. D.

    Bangladesh

Explanation

Gwadar Port, developed with Chinese investment as part of CPEC, is located in Pakistan.

Q33Indian Polity › Constitution: Features, Preamble & Citizenship › Preamble, Citizenship & Constitutional Philosophy

Which of the following words does appear in the original Preamble at the time of adoption of Constitution ?

1.Republic
2.Socialist
3.Secular
4.Sovereign
5.Democratic

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

  1. A.

    2 and 3 only

  2. B.

    2, 3 and 4 only

  3. C.

    1, 4 and 5 only

    Correct
  4. D.

    1, 3 and 4 only

Explanation

The original 1950 Preamble included 'Sovereign', 'Democratic' and 'Republic'; 'Socialist' and 'Secular' were added later by the 42nd Amendment (1976).

Q34International Relations › Bilateral Relations › Relations with Neighbours (Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, China, Myanmar, Afghanistan)

Which one of the following countries is in news due to Rohingya Crisis?

  1. A.

    Thailand

  2. B.

    Myanmar

    Correct
  3. C.

    Pakistan

  4. D.

    Greece

Explanation

Myanmar has been in the news over the Rohingya refugee crisis.

Q35Current Affairs › Days & Observances › International & National Observance Days

Which one of the following is the theme of "World Health Day 2017"?

  1. A.

    Depression: let's talk

    Correct
  2. B.

    Go vegetarian

  3. C.

    Preventing diabetes

  4. D.

    Food safety

Explanation

'Depression: Let's Talk' was the theme of World Health Day 2017.

Q36Modern History (India) › Indian National Movement › Gandhian Era: Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience, Quit India

"Champaran Satyagraha" has recently completed 100 years. With reference to Champaran Satyagraha, which of the following statements is /are correct?

  1. It is the first movement led by Mahatma Gandhi in India.
  2. 'Satyagraha' is used for the first time in India by Gandhiji during this movement.
  3. Gandhi was accompanied by Rajendra Prasad, Mahadev Desai and J.B. Kripalani among others. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
  1. A.

    1 only

  2. B.

    1 and 2 only

  3. C.

    2 and 3 only

  4. D.

    1, 2 and 3

    Correct

Explanation

The 1917 Champaran Satyagraha was Gandhi's first movement in India, the first use of the term 'Satyagraha' domestically, and he was joined there by Rajendra Prasad, Mahadev Desai, and J.B. Kripalani, among others.

Q37Indian Polity › Constitutional Amendments › Amendment Bills

Recently Constitution 123rd Amendment Bill, 2017 has been passed. Which of the following statements regarding it is not correct?

  1. A.

    It seeks to give Constitutional Status to National Commission for Backward Classes

  2. B.

    It seeks to insert a new Article 338B in the Constitution which provides for National Commission for Socially and Educationally Backward Classes, its composition, mandate, functions and various officers

  3. C.

    Insert a new Article 342A which empowers the Parliament to notify the list of Socially and Educationally Backward Classes of that state/union territory

    Correct
  4. D.

    None of the above

Explanation

The 123rd (102nd as enacted) Constitutional Amendment Act, 2017 inserted Article 338B (creating the National Commission for Backward Classes), not Article 342A as incorrectly described in the flagged statement — Article 342A instead deals with notifying Socially and Educationally Backward Classes.

Q38Economy › Fiscal Policy & Taxation › GST

Under the New Central GST Bill, 2017, the mechanism to monitor and ensure that any reduction in tax rate should result in a commensurate reduction in price of goods or services is known as

  1. A.

    Anti-evasion measure

  2. B.

    Price reduction measure

  3. C.

    Anti-profiteering measure

    Correct
  4. D.

    Price neutralization measure

Explanation

The 'anti-profiteering' mechanism under GST ensures that any reduction in tax rate is passed on to consumers as a commensurate price reduction.

Q39Current Affairs › Events in News › Miscellaneous

Ashok Lavasa Committee has been recently in news. It is related to

  1. A.

    Digital payments

  2. B.

    7th pay commission

    Correct
  3. C.

    Railway safety

  4. D.

    Assessing the after effects of Demonetization

Explanation

The Ashok Lavasa Committee was related to implementation aspects of the 7th Pay Commission's recommendations.

Q40Indian Polity › Constitutional & Statutory Bodies › Constitutional Bodies (Election Commission, CAG, UPSC, Finance Commission)

In which election in India was VVPAT used for the first time on experimental basis ?

  1. A.

    By Poll in Nagaland, 2013

    Correct
  2. B.

    Lok Sabha Elections, 2014

  3. C.

    Assembly Elections Goa, 2017

  4. D.

    By poll in Madhya Pradesh, 2017

Explanation

VVPAT was first used on an experimental basis in the 2013 by-poll in Nagaland.

Q41Indian Polity › Judiciary › Supreme Court, High Courts & Judicial Review

The famous 'Prakash Singh' case, or the 'Prakash Singh Vs Union of India' case, is well-known for its judgement on

  1. A.

    Guidelines to fight against sexual harassment at the workplace

  2. B.

    Police reforms

    Correct
  3. C.

    Right to religious freedom

  4. D.

    Investigation of armed forces for excesses committed in the course of discharge of their duty

Explanation

Prakash Singh v. Union of India (2006) is the landmark Supreme Court judgment mandating police reforms across states.

Q42Schemes & Social Justice › Service Delivery Schemes › Miscellaneous

Consider the following statements in relation to 'Digital Gender Atlas'.

  1. It is the work of 'Ministry of Women and Child Development'.
  2. Its motive is to ensure equal education for differently abled and insecure girls. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
  1. A.

    1 only

  2. B.

    2 only

    Correct
  3. C.

    Both 1 and 2

  4. D.

    Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

The Digital Gender Atlas aims to help identify low-performing areas for girls' education, particularly for insecure/vulnerable girls, though it is a Ministry of Human Resource Development initiative rather than the Ministry of Women and Child Development.

Q43Applied Science & Technology › Defence Technology › Defence & Missile Technology

To which country does the Sukhoi-30 fighter aircrafts belong?

  1. A.

    USA

  2. B.

    Vietnam

  3. C.

    China

  4. D.

    Russia

    Correct

Explanation

The Sukhoi-30 (Su-30) fighter aircraft is of Russian origin.

Q44Physics › Units, Measurements & Instruments › SI Units of Physical Quantities

One nautical mile is equal to

  1. A.

    1.852 km

    Correct
  2. B.

    18.52 km

  3. C.

    185.2 mts.

  4. D.

    18.52 mts.

Explanation

One nautical mile equals approximately 1.852 kilometres.

Q45General Mental Ability › Logical Reasoning › Coding-Decoding

If in a certain language CAR = 22, BIG = 88 and HEN = 27, then how in that language CAN = ?

  1. A.

    16

  2. B.

    18

    Correct
  3. C.

    23

  4. D.

    25

Explanation

Each word is coded as the sum of the alphabetical positions of its letters (e.g. C+A+R = 3+1+18 = 22); applying the same rule, C+A+N = 3+1+14 = 18.

Q46Environment › Pollution › Air Pollution & Control

Which among the following elements (metals) pollutes the air of a city having a large number of automobiles?

  1. A.

    Cadmium

  2. B.

    Lead

    Correct
  3. C.

    Chromium

  4. D.

    Nickel

Explanation

Lead, released from vehicle exhaust (historically via leaded petrol), is a major air pollutant in cities with heavy automobile traffic.

Q47International Relations › Regional & Global Groupings › Miscellaneous

The term 'Bratislava Declaration', which recently appeared in the news, is in context of affairs of which group of countries?

  1. A.

    G-20

  2. B.

    European Union-1

    Correct
  3. C.

    ASEAN

  4. D.

    BRICS

Explanation

The 'Bratislava Declaration' relates to the affairs and future direction of the European Union.

Q48Environment › International Environmental Efforts › Miscellaneous

In which one of the following does the concept of carbon credits have its origin?

  1. A.

    Montreal Protocol

  2. B.

    Rio Earth Summit

  3. C.

    Kyoto Protocol

    Correct
  4. D.

    Paris Agreement

Explanation

The concept of carbon credits originated from the Kyoto Protocol's emissions trading mechanism.

Q49Economy › Fiscal Policy & Taxation › GST

Which of the following are the positive impacts of the Goods and Service Tax on Indian Economy?

  1. Common Indian Market
  2. Increase in tax compliance
  3. Increase in investment Choose the correct option.
  1. A.

    1 only

  2. B.

    2 and 3 only

  3. C.

    1 and 3 only

  4. D.

    1, 2 and 3

    Correct

Explanation

GST is expected to create a common Indian market, increase tax compliance, and boost investment — all positive impacts.

Q50General Mental Ability › Basic Numeracy › Ratio & Proportion

Three partners A, B, C invest Rs. 24,000, Rs. 40,000 and Rs. 48,000 respectively in a business. Out of the total profit of Rs. 11,200, the share of A is

  1. A.

    Rs. 2,400

    Correct
  2. B.

    Rs. 2,600

  3. C.

    Rs. 2,200

  4. D.

    Rs. 2,100

Explanation

Profit is shared in the ratio of investments (24,000:40,000:48,000 = 3:5:6); A's share = 3/14 x 11,200 = Rs. 2,400.

Q51Applied Science & Technology › Information & Communication Technology › Miscellaneous

A new malware campaign has breached the security of more than one million Google accounts, exposing messages, documents, photos and other sensitive data. It is

  1. A.

    Ransomware

  2. B.

    Phishing

  3. C.

    Gooligan

    Correct
  4. D.

    Adware

Explanation

'Gooligan' was a malware campaign that compromised over a million Google accounts by exploiting Android vulnerabilities.

Q52Indian Culture › Languages & Literature › Classical Languages and Literature (Sanskrit, Pali, Prakrit, Regional)

Rajtarangini, authored by Kalhan, describes the history of

  1. A.

    Gujarat

  2. B.

    Bengal

  3. C.

    Kashmir

    Correct
  4. D.

    Punjab

Explanation

Kalhana's 'Rajatarangini' is a historical chronicle of the kings of Kashmir.

Q53Modern History (India) › Indian National Movement › Early Nationalism, Swadeshi & Home Rule

Who among the following was the first Muslim President of Indian National Congress?

  1. A.

    Badruddin Taiyabji

    Correct
  2. B.

    Sir Sayyid Ahmad Khan

  3. C.

    Abdul Kalam Azad

  4. D.

    Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan

Explanation

Badruddin Tyabji was the first Muslim President of the Indian National Congress (1887 session).

Q54Indian Culture › Painting, Music, Dance & Performing Arts › Schools of Indian Painting

"What happens to human life after death" is a theme used in ?

  1. A.

    Warli paintings

  2. B.

    Paitkar paintings

    Correct
  3. C.

    Madhubani paintings

  4. D.

    Thangka paintings

Explanation

Paitkar paintings, a tribal art form from Jharkhand, traditionally depict themes of what happens to human life after death.

Q55Indian Culture › Miscellaneous Culture › Fairs, Festivals, Calendars & Cultural Institutions

Match the following :

List - I (Festival)List - II (State)
A. Ugadi1. West Bengal
B. Banabarsha2. Gujarat
C. Bhadra Purnima3. Maharastra
D. Gudi Padwa4. Andhra Pradesh

Codes :

  1. A.

    a) A-4 B-1 C-2 D-3

    Correct
  2. B.

    b) A-4 B-2 C-1 D-3

  3. C.

    c) A-3 B-2 C-1 D-4

  4. D.

    d) A-3 B-1 C-2 D-4

Explanation

Ugadi is celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, Banabarsha in West Bengal, Bhadra Purnima in Gujarat, and Gudi Padwa in Maharashtra (A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3).

Q56Indian Culture › Languages & Literature › Classical Languages and Literature (Sanskrit, Pali, Prakrit, Regional)

Consider the following languages :

  1. Sanskrit
  2. Odia
  3. Pali
  4. Tamil
  5. Gurmukhi

Which of the above has/have been declared as 'Classical Language/Languages' by the Government ?

  1. A.

    a) 1, 2, 3 and 4

  2. B.

    b) 1, 3 and 5

  3. C.

    c) 1, 2 and 5

  4. D.

    d) 1, 2 and 4

    Correct

Explanation

Sanskrit, Odia and Tamil have been declared Classical Languages by the Government of India; Pali and Gurmukhi have not received that designation.

Q57Indian Polity › Union Executive › President, Vice-President & Governor

Who is the final authority to give an approval for a hike in the salary of President of India?

  1. A.

    Union Cabinet

  2. B.

    Parliament

    Correct
  3. C.

    Ministry of Home Affairs

  4. D.

    Speaker of Lok Sabha

Explanation

Any increase in the President's salary/emoluments requires approval by Parliament through legislation.

Q58Schemes & Social Justice › Health Schemes › Miscellaneous

Atal Pension Yojana (APY) funds are managed by which one of the following?

  1. A.

    National Pension System Trust

  2. B.

    Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority

    Correct
  3. C.

    Public Account of India

  4. D.

    Reserve Bank of India

Explanation

Funds under the Atal Pension Yojana are managed by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA).

Q59Geography of India › Physiography, Climate & Drainage › Miscellaneous

Where is the National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organisation (NATMO) located?

  1. A.

    Kolkata

    Correct
  2. B.

    Pune

  3. C.

    Delhi

  4. D.

    Dehradun

Explanation

The National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organisation (NATMO) is located in Kolkata.

Q60General Mental Ability › Basic Numeracy › Percentage

A person travelled a distance of 30 km out of 50 km. What percentage of the total distance he is yet to travel?

  1. A.

    40%

    Correct
  2. B.

    30%

  3. C.

    35%

  4. D.

    45%

Explanation

Distance remaining = 50-30 = 20 km, which is 20/50 x 100 = 40% of the total distance.

Q61Current Affairs › Days & Observances › International & National Observance Days

"Light It Up Blue" campaign, often seen in news relates to

  1. A.

    Awareness regarding depleting and degrading oceans mainly due to pollution

  2. B.

    Increasing Global warming

  3. C.

    Awareness regarding Autism

    Correct
  4. D.

    Awareness regarding Leprosy

Explanation

'Light It Up Blue' is a global campaign raising awareness about Autism, typically around World Autism Awareness Day.

Q62Modern History (India) › Revolt of 1857 › Causes, Course and Consequences of the Revolt

Who was the Governor General of India during the Sepoy Mutiny?

  1. A.

    Lord Canning

    Correct
  2. B.

    Lord Dalhousie

  3. C.

    Lord Hardings

  4. D.

    Lord Lytton

Explanation

Lord Canning was the Governor-General of India during the 1857 Revolt (Sepoy Mutiny).

Q63Biology › Blood, Immunity & Vaccines › Blood Composition & Blood Groups

Universal donor has the following blood group

  1. A.

    O group

    Correct
  2. B.

    AB group

  3. C.

    A group

  4. D.

    B group

Explanation

Blood group O (specifically O-negative) is the universal donor group.

Q64Modern History (India) › Partition › Partition of India and Communal Politics

'Radcliffe Line' separates which two Countries?

  1. A.

    Pakistan and China

  2. B.

    India and China

  3. C.

    India and Pakistan

    Correct
  4. D.

    India and Bhutan

Explanation

The Radcliffe Line demarcates the border between India and Pakistan.

Q65Physical Geography (World) › Geomorphology & Landforms › Miscellaneous

In simple terms, how is the International date line defined?

  1. A.

    180 degree longitude

    Correct
  2. B.

    Equatorial circle

  3. C.

    Zero degree longitude

  4. D.

    90 degree East longitude

Explanation

The International Date Line broadly follows the 180-degree meridian of longitude.

Q66Chemistry › Metals, Alloys & Materials › Common Alloys

The basic item used in electrical Iron box for heating purpose is made from which metal?

  1. A.

    Chromium

  2. B.

    Nichrome

  3. C.

    Tungstun

  4. D.

    Nickel

    Correct

Explanation

The heating element in an electric iron box is typically made from a nickel-based alloy (nichrome).

Q67Biology › Human Physiology & Systems › Excretory System

When the body gets dehydrated, which content is lost from the body?

  1. A.

    Sodium Chloride

    Correct
  2. B.

    Potassium Chloride

  3. C.

    Sugar

  4. D.

    Calcium Chloride

Explanation

Dehydration causes loss of water along with electrolytes such as sodium chloride.

Q68Physics › Optics & Sound › Miscellaneous

What is the name of the science given to the study of sound and sound waves?

  1. A.

    Aerology

  2. B.

    Acoustics

    Correct
  3. C.

    Astrophysics

  4. D.

    Aerodynamics

Explanation

Acoustics is the branch of physics dealing with the study of sound and sound waves.

Q69Modern History (India) › Advent of Europeans & British Conquest › Portuguese, Dutch, French & British Trading Companies

Which was the Capital of Portuguese in India?

  1. A.

    Pondicherry

  2. B.

    Goa

    Correct
  3. C.

    Pulicat

  4. D.

    Machalipattanam

Explanation

Goa served as the capital of Portuguese India.

Q70Modern History (India) › Social & Religious Reform Movements › Reform Movements and Reformers (19th–20th Century)

Who is the founder of 'Arya Samaj'?

  1. A.

    Dadabai Navaroji

  2. B.

    Dayanand Saraswathi

    Correct
  3. C.

    Gopal Krishna Gokhale

  4. D.

    Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Explanation

Swami Dayananda Saraswati founded the Arya Samaj in 1875.

Q71Indian Culture › Languages & Literature › Modern Indian Literature

"Anand Mutt" is written by whom?

  1. A.

    Ravindranath Tagore

  2. B.

    Lala Lajpat Roy

  3. C.

    Bipin Chandrapal

  4. D.

    Bankhim Chandra Chatterji

    Correct

Explanation

'Anandamath', containing the song Vande Mataram, was written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay.

Q72Karnataka History › Ancient & Medieval Karnataka Dynasties › Kadambas, Gangas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Hoysalas

Who is responsible for constructing Gommateshwara Statue of "Shravanabelagola"?

  1. A.

    Chavundaraya

    Correct
  2. B.

    Dhurvineetha

  3. C.

    Avaneetha

  4. D.

    Shreepurusha

Explanation

The Gommateshwara (Bahubali) statue at Shravanabelagola was commissioned by Chavundaraya, a Ganga-era minister/general.

Q73Indian Culture › Languages & Literature › Classical Languages and Literature (Sanskrit, Pali, Prakrit, Regional)

"Kavi Chakravarthi" is the title given to which historical poet?

  1. A.

    Pampa

  2. B.

    Ranna

  3. C.

    Ponna

  4. D.

    Janna

    Correct

Explanation

The title 'Kavi Chakravarthi' (Emperor among Poets) was given to the medieval Kannada poet Janna.

Q74Karnataka Geography › Rivers & Waterfalls › Karnataka River Systems

Hemavathi reservoir built at Gorur is in which district?

  1. A.

    Kodagu

  2. B.

    Hassan

    Correct
  3. C.

    Chikmagalur

  4. D.

    Mysuru

Explanation

The Hemavathi reservoir at Gorur is located in Hassan district, Karnataka.

Q75Indian Polity › Constitutional & Statutory Bodies › Non-Constitutional & Statutory Bodies (NITI Aayog, NHRC, CVC, Lokpal)

Of the following given below, setting up of which is not being mentioned in the Indian Constitution?

  1. A.

    Finance Commission

  2. B.

    Election Commission

  3. C.

    Planning Commission

    Correct
  4. D.

    Union Public Service Commission

Explanation

The Planning Commission (now replaced by NITI Aayog) was never a body established by the Constitution — it was created by an executive resolution, unlike constitutional bodies such as UPSC or the Finance Commission.

Q76Indian Polity › Union Executive › President, Vice-President & Governor

Which authority among the following has the power to Pardon Capital Punishment?

  1. A.

    President

    Correct
  2. B.

    Parliament

  3. C.

    Central Law Minister

  4. D.

    Attorney General

Explanation

The President has the power under Article 72 to grant pardon, including in cases of capital punishment/death sentence.

Q77General Mental Ability › Logical Reasoning › Miscellaneous

How many triangles are there in the diagram given below?

Question image 1
  1. A.

    12

  2. B.

    14

  3. C.

    15

  4. D.

    16

    Correct

Explanation

Counting all triangles formed by the lines in the figure, including overlapping/composite ones, gives a total of 16.

Q78General Mental Ability › Logical Reasoning › Miscellaneous

Which of the following completes the series?

Question image 1
  1. A.

    (a)

  2. B.

    (b)

    Correct
  3. C.

    (c)

  4. D.

    (d)

Explanation

The correct completion of the visual series follows the pattern established by the preceding figures in the sequence.

Q79Physics › Energy Resources & Technology › Conventional Energy Sources (Coal, Oil, Gas)

Vijay Kelkar Panel Report seen in the news, is related to

  1. A.

    Constitutional reforms

  2. B.

    Oil sector reforms

    Correct
  3. C.

    Banking sector reforms

  4. D.

    Linking of rivers

Explanation

The Vijay Kelkar Committee report relates to reforms in the oil and gas (upstream sector) exploration and production policy.

Q80Schemes & Social Justice › Rural Development Schemes › Miscellaneous

'PAHAL', an initiative of the Government of India, aims at

  1. A.

    Promoting the self help groups in rural areas

  2. B.

    Providing free gas connections to the BPL women

  3. C.

    Promoting the education and health of adolescent girls

  4. D.

    Aadhar linkage of LPG subsidies

    Correct

Explanation

'PAHAL' (DBTL) links Aadhaar to bank accounts to directly transfer LPG cylinder subsidies to beneficiaries.

Q81Applied Science & Technology › Information & Communication Technology › Miscellaneous

According to the recent 'Top 500 List', which is the world's fastest super computer?

  1. A.

    Tianhe-2, China

  2. B.

    Cray Titan, US

  3. C.

    Sunway Taihu Light, China

    Correct
  4. D.

    IBM Sequoia, US

Explanation

Sunway TaihuLight, based in China, was ranked the world's fastest supercomputer on the TOP500 list at the time.

Q82Karnataka Geography › Rivers & Waterfalls › Karnataka River Systems

Consider the following rivers.

1.Arkavathy
2.Kabini
3.Pranahita
4.Shimsha

Which of the above are tributaries of Cauvery?

  1. A.

    1, 2 and 3

  2. B.

    2, 3 and 4

  3. C.

    1, 2 and 4

    Correct
  4. D.

    2 and 3 only

Explanation

Arkavathy, Kabini and Shimsha are tributaries of the Cauvery; Pranahita is instead a tributary of the Godavari.

Q83Awards & Honours › National Awards › Gallantry Awards

Which one of the following is the highest peacetime gallantry award in India?

  1. A.

    Kirti Chakra

  2. B.

    Param Vir Chakra

  3. C.

    Shaurya Chakra

  4. D.

    Ashoka Chakra

    Correct

Explanation

The Ashoka Chakra is India's highest peacetime gallantry award.

Q84Economy › National Income & Measures › Price Indices (CPI, WPI, PPI, GDP Deflator)

Which of the following brings out the "Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial Workers"?

  1. A.

    The Reserve Bank of India

  2. B.

    The Department of Economic Affairs

  3. C.

    The Labour Bureau

    Correct
  4. D.

    The Department of Personnel and Training

Explanation

The Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW) is compiled and released by the Labour Bureau.

Q85Indian Culture › Religions & Philosophy of India › Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and their Philosophy

Rakshasa type of marriage is

  1. A.

    Marriage by purchase

  2. B.

    Marriage by capture

    Correct
  3. C.

    Marriage by giving dowry

  4. D.

    Marriage by seduction

Explanation

'Rakshasa vivaha', one of the eight traditional forms of Hindu marriage, refers to marriage by abduction/capture.

Q86Modern History (India) › Freedom Struggle Personalities › Key Freedom Fighters, Viceroys & Governors General

Who of the following is known as the "Iron Man of India"?

  1. A.

    Vallabhbhai Patel

    Correct
  2. B.

    Bipin Chandrapal

  3. C.

    Gopal Krishna Gokhale

  4. D.

    Bal Gangadhar Tilak

Explanation

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is known as the 'Iron Man of India' for his role in integrating the princely states.

Q87Applied Science & Technology › Emerging Technology › Miscellaneous

"Stereolithography" has been recently in news. It is related to

  1. A.

    3-D Printing

    Correct
  2. B.

    Nuclear Technology

  3. C.

    Space Technology

  4. D.

    Medical Science

Explanation

Stereolithography is an early 3D printing technique that uses a laser to cure liquid resin layer by layer.

Q88Indian Polity › Centre-State Relations & Federalism › Union-State Legislative, Administrative & Financial Relations

The Inter State Council was established on the recommendations of

  1. A.

    Venkatachaliah Commission

  2. B.

    Sarkaria Commission

    Correct
  3. C.

    M. M. Punchhi Commission

  4. D.

    Rajamannar Commission

Explanation

The Inter-State Council was established in 1990 following the recommendations of the Sarkaria Commission.

Q89Applied Science & Technology › Information & Communication Technology › Miscellaneous

The mission of the Government of India for electronic delivery of all Government services is known as

  1. A.

    e-Biz

  2. B.

    e-Cloud

  3. C.

    e-Kranti

    Correct
  4. D.

    e-Jagriti

Explanation

'e-Kranti' is the Government of India's mission for delivering all government services electronically.

Q90International Relations › Bilateral Relations › Relations with Neighbours (Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, China, Myanmar, Afghanistan)

"Sagaramatha Friendship 2017" is

  1. A.

    First ever combined military exercise between India and maritime neighbors of India

  2. B.

    Joint military exercise between India and Thailand

  3. C.

    Joint military exercise between Nepal and China

    Correct
  4. D.

    Joint military exercise between Pakistan and China

Explanation

'Sagarmatha Friendship 2017' was a joint military exercise between Nepal and China.

Q91Biology › Diseases › Communicable & Vector-borne Diseases (Malaria, Dengue, Chikungunya, etc.)

Which of the following diseases is not due to contamination of water?

  1. A.

    Typhoid

  2. B.

    Cholera

  3. C.

    Hepatitis A

  4. D.

    Hepatitis B

    Correct

Explanation

Hepatitis B is transmitted through blood and bodily fluids, not through contaminated water, unlike diseases such as cholera or typhoid.

Q92General Mental Ability › Logical Reasoning › Coding-Decoding

If in a certain language DOCUMENT is written as EPDVNFOU, then how will you write WEAPONS in that language?

  1. A.

    XFAQPOT

    Correct
  2. B.

    XFBQPOT

  3. C.

    SNOPAEW

  4. D.

    PONSWEA

Explanation

Each letter of DOCUMENT is shifted one place forward in the alphabet to form EPDVNFOU; applying the same rule to WEAPONS gives XFBQPOT.

Q93Economy › National Income & Measures › Miscellaneous

Which one of the following brings the "Nutrition at a Glance Report"?

  1. A.

    WTO

  2. B.

    WHO

  3. C.

    World Bank

    Correct
  4. D.

    FAO

Explanation

The 'Nutrition at a Glance' report is published by the World Bank.

Q94Biology › Diseases › Communicable & Vector-borne Diseases (Malaria, Dengue, Chikungunya, etc.)

Consider the following statements. AIDS - is transmitted

  1. By sexual intercourse
  2. By blood transfusion
  3. By mosquitoes and other blood sucking insects
  4. Across the placenta

Correct code among them (a) 1, 2 and 3 are correct (b) 1, 2 and 4 are correct (c) 1, 3 and 4 are correct (d) 1 and 3 are correct

  1. A.

    1, 2 and 3 are correct

  2. B.

    1, 2 and 4 are correct

    Correct
  3. C.

    1, 3 and 4 are correct

  4. D.

    1 and 3 are correct

Explanation

HIV/AIDS spreads through sexual contact, blood transfusion, and mother-to-child transmission across the placenta; it is not transmitted by mosquitoes or other blood-sucking insects.

Q95Indian Polity › Union Executive › Miscellaneous

Who heads the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA)?

  1. A.

    Chief Minister

    Correct
  2. B.

    Governor

  3. C.

    Chief Secretary

  4. D.

    Prime Minister

Explanation

The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) is headed by the Chief Minister of the state.

Q96General Mental Ability › Basic Numeracy › Miscellaneous

The average age of four members of a family is 20 years. If the age of grandmother be included, the average age increases by 10. Find out the age of the grandmother.

  1. A.

    70 years

    Correct
  2. B.

    80 years

  3. C.

    75 years

  4. D.

    85 years

Explanation

Total age of 4 members = 4x20 = 80; with grandmother, average becomes 30 over 5 members, total = 150; grandmother's age = 150-80 = 70 years.

Q97Economy › Money & Monetary Policy › RBI & Open Market Operations

Which one of the following brings in 'The Financial Stability Report'?

  1. A.

    Ministry of Finance

  2. B.

    NITI Aayog

  3. C.

    Reserve Bank of India

    Correct
  4. D.

    Securities and Exchange Board of India

Explanation

The Reserve Bank of India releases the Financial Stability Report.

Q98General Mental Ability › Basic Numeracy › Ratio & Proportion

Pencils, pens and exercise books in a shop are in the ratio of 10 : 2 : 3. If there are 120 pencils, the number of exercise books in the shop is

  1. A.

    35

  2. B.

    36

    Correct
  3. C.

    37

  4. D.

    38

Explanation

With pencils:pens:books = 10:2:3 and 120 pencils (i.e. 1 unit = 12), the number of exercise books = 3 x 12 = 36.

Q99International Relations › Bilateral Relations › Miscellaneous

In 2011, a series of uprisings of people referred to as 'Arab Spring' originally started from

  1. A.

    Egypt

  2. B.

    Lebanon

  3. C.

    Syria

  4. D.

    Tunisia

    Correct

Explanation

The 2011 'Arab Spring' uprisings originally began in Tunisia.

Q100Current Affairs › Person in News › Sports Personalities

Pankaj Advani is a famous sports personality related to

  1. A.

    Chess

  2. B.

    Billiards

    Correct
  3. C.

    Kabaddi

  4. D.

    Hockey

Explanation

Pankaj Advani is a renowned Indian cueist, celebrated for his achievements in Billiards and Snooker.

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