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One of these questions would have application of Tikdams. Tikdams are smart hacks which help you arrive at the right answer with basic knowledge. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types:

1. Elimination Tikdams: Extrapolate your basic knowledge to eliminate options which appear out of context. Zero down on 2 choices and then mark the question as per your risk appetite
2. Estimation Tikdams: Read the question well and work out the answer from within the options – Most of the times UPSC plays with words or embeds clues within the question. A smart aspirant figures them out!

With strong basics and regular practice, you will be able to arrive at a very robust Tikdam framework of your own. To know more, read about this technique here, IAS 2016 by Dr. V & Tikdams 

Q.1) Consider the following statement with respect to Malaria: (With TIKDAM)
1. Malaria is a mosquito-borne infectious disease affecting humans and other animals caused by Virus belonging to the Plasmodium type.
2. The disease is most commonly transmitted by an infected female Anopheles mosquito.
3. Five species of Plasmodium can infect and be spread by humans.
Which of the following statement is/are correct?
a) All of the above
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3
d) 1 and 2

Q.2) With reference to the ‘Electoral Bonds’ which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. They cannot be purchased by Cheque
2. It is an instrument for making donations to political parties.
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) Both 1 and 2
b) 1 only
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) 2 only

Q.3) The ‘Peace Clause’, recenly seen in news, is related to which of the following organisation?
a) International Court of Justice
b) World Trade Organisation
c) SAARC
d) Organisation of Islamic Cooperation

Q.4) The famous case of National Legal Services Authority(NALSA) Vs. Union of India was related to
a) Fundamental Rights of Physically Disabled persons
b) Minorities
c) Minorities other than Muslims
d) Fundamental Rights of Transgenders

Q.5) Consider the following statement regarding the ‘UNAIDS’:
1. It is a member of the United Nations Development Group.
2. It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Both are correct
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q.6) The increasing amount of carbon dioxide in the air is slowly raising the temperature of the atmosphere, because it absorbs
a) the water vapour of the air and retains its heat
b) the UV part of the solar radiation
c) all the solar radiations
d) the infrared part of the solar radiation

Q.7) Which one of the following sets of elements was primarily responsible for the origin of life on the Earth?
a) Hydrogen, Oxygen, Sodium
b) Carbon, Hydrogen, Nitrogen
c) Oxygen, Calcium, Phosphorous
d) Carbon, Hydrogen, Potassium

Q.8) What are the reasons for the people’s resistance to the introduction of BT brinjal in India?
1. BT brinjal has been created by inserting a gene from a soil fungus into its genome.
2. the seeds of BT brinjal are terminator seeds and therefore, the farmers have to buy the seeds before every season from the seed companies.
3. there is an apprehension that the consumption of BT brinjal may have adverse impact on health.
4. there is some concern that the introduction of BT brinjal may have adverse effect on the biodiversity.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1, 2 and 3 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 3 and 4 only
d) 1,2,3 and 4

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Q.1) With reference to the ‘Minamata Convention’ which of the statements is/are correct?
1. The convention is related to Mercury related Pollution
2. India is not its signatory.
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) 2 only
b) 1 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q.2) Consider the following statements regarding the ‘United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)’:
1. It is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya.
2. It also work for the issue of Environment Governance.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 2 only
c) 1 only
d) Both 1 and 2

Q.3) The ‘MAHSR’ project, sometimes seen in news, is related to
a) Railways
b) Roads
c) Airlines
d) Ports

Q.4) Consider the following regarding Cellulose:
1. Cellulose is the most abundant organic polymer on Earth
2. Cellulose fibers can be obtained from the bark, wood or leaves of plants
Which of the above is/are correct?
a) Both 1 and 2
b) Neither 1 nor 2
c) 2 only
d) 1 only

Q.5) Consider the following:
1. Shampoos
2. Photographic film
3. Capsules
Which of the above contain Gelatin?
a) 2 and 3 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 1, 2 and 3
d) 1 and 2 only

Q.6) Which of the following is/ are among the fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian Constitution?
1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture
2. To protect the weaker sections from social injustice
3. To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry
4. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 only
c) 1, 3 and 4 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q.7) What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the supreme court of India?
1. While appointing the Supreme Court judges, the president of India has to consult the CJI.
2 the SC judges can be removed by the CJI only
3 the salaries of judges are charged on the consolidated fund of India to which the legislature does not have to vote.
4. All appointments of officers and staffs of the SC are made by the govt only after CJI correct
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1 and 3 only
b) 3 and 4 only
c) 4 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q.8) To meet its rapidly growing energy demand, some opine that India should pursue research and development on thorium as the future fuel of nuclear energy. In this context what advantage does thorium hold over uranium?
1. Thorium is far more abundant in nature than uranium.
2. On the basis per unit mass of mined mineral, thorium can generate more energy compared to natural uranium.
3. Thorium produces less harmful waste compared to uranium.
Which of the above statements are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

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Q.1) Which of the following are Fighter Jets of the Indian Air Force?
1. Sukhoi Su-35
2. Jaguar
3. Mirage
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) 1 and 3 only
b) 1, 2 and 3 only
c) 1 only
d) 2 and 3 only

Q.2) With reference to the ‘Private Members Bill’ which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Leader of Opposition is not a Private Member.
2. A private member cannot introduce a Bill without consulting Council of Ministers.
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) 2 only
b) 1 only
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) Both 1 and 2

Q.3) With reference to the World Health Organisation which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is headquartered in the New York.
2. It is a member of the United Nations Development Group.
Select the correct opiton using the codes given below.
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 2 only
c) 1 only
d) Both 1 and 2

Q.4) Consider the following:
1. Nyaya
2. Veisesika
3. Samkhya
Which of the above are orthodox schools of hindu philosophy?
a) 1, 2 and 3
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1and 2 only

Q.5) Consider the following regarding Foreign Contribution (regulation) Act:
1. It can prohibit acceptance and utilisation of foreign contribution
2. It applies to individuals or associations but not to companies
Which of the above is/are correct?
a) 2 only
b) 1 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q.6) In India other than ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and for intended purpose what is the importance of the office of the CAG?
1. CAG exercises exchequer control on behalf of the parliament when the president of India declares national emergency/ financial emergency
2. CAG reports on the execution of projects or programmes by the ministries are discussed by the PAC/
3. Information form CAG reports can be used by investigating agencies to press charges against those who have violated the law while managing public finances.
4. While dealing with audit and accounting of govt. companies. CAG has certain judicial powers for prosecuting those who violate the law.
Which of the above are correct?
a) 1, 3 and 4 only
b) 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q.7) With reference to the Delimitation Commission, consider the following statements:
1. The orders of the Delimitation Commission cannot be challenged in a Court of Law.
2. When the orders of the Delimitation Commission are laid before the Lok Sabha or State Legislative Assembly, they cannot effect any modifications in the orders.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q.8) The Prime Minister of India, at the time of his/ her appointment
a) need not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament but must become a member of one of the Houses within six months
b) need not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament but must become a member of the Lok Sabha within six months
c) must be a member of one of the Houses of the parliament
d) must be a member of the Lok Sabha

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Q.1) What are the main objectives of the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, 2003?
1. to introduce transparent fiscal management systems in the country
2. to introduce a more equitable and manageable distribution of the country’s debts over the years
3. to aim for fiscal stability for India in the long run
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.2) Consider the following statements regarding the ‘TRIPS-Plus’, which is often seen in news:
1. It is related to the WTO.
2. It is enacted under the Patent laws by some countries.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both are correct
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q.3) Consider the following statements regarding the ‘VoLTE Technology’, which is often seen in the news:
1. It is related to Telecom Regulatory.
2. ‘T’ in VoLTE stands for ‘Term’
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) Both are correct

Q.4) Which of the following Dry Cells are Primary Dry Cells?
1. Alkaline cell
2. Lithium cell
3. Mercury cell
4. silver oxide cell
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) 1, 2 and 3 only
b) 2, 3 and 4 only
c) 1 and 2 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

Q.5) Build, use, maintain and treat (BUMT), which was recently seen in the news, is related to which of the following?
a) Swachh Bharat Mission
b) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
c) Pradhan Mantri Shehri Sadak Yojana
d) Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana

Q.6) With reference to look east policy of India , consider the following statements ?
1. India wants to establish itself as an important regional player in the east Asian regional player in the east Asian affairs.
2. India wants to plug the vacuum created by the termination of cold war.
3. India wants to restore the historical and cultural ties with its neighbors in southeast and east Asia.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
a) 1 only.
b) 1 and 3 only.
c) 3 only.
d) 1,2 and 3.

Q.7) When the annual budget is not passed by the lok sabha ?
a) The budget is modified and presented again.
b) The budget is referred to the rajya sabha for suggestions.
c) The union finance minister is asked to resign.
d) The prime minister submits the resignation of council of ministers.

Q.8) Under the constitution of India, which one of the following is not a fundamental duty ?
a) To vote in public elections.
b) To develop the scientific temper.
c) To safeguard public property.
d) To abide by the constitution and respect its ideals.

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Q.1) With reference to the Tenure and Election of Judges of the International Court of Justice(ICJ), consider the following statements:
1. The Judges of the ICJ are elected for a fixed term.
2. Election is done by the by the UN General Assembly and the UN Security Council.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Both 1 and 2

Q.2) Besides Europe, Member countries of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) are from which of the following continents?
1. North America
2. Africa
3. Asia
4. Australia
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 2 and 4 only
b) 1, 3 and 4 only
c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
d) 1, 2 and 3 only

Q.3) With reference to the ‘Chilika Lake’, Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is the largest coastal lagoon in India.
2. It is a brackish water lagoon.
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) Both 1 and 2
c) 1 only
d) 2 only

Q.4) The Kotak Committee, sometimes seen in news, is related to the
a) Corporate Governance
b) Cooperative federalism
c) Non-Performing Assets
d) Both (a) and (c)

Q.5) With reference to Balance of Payments, which of the following constitutes/constitute the Current Account?
1. Balance of trade
2. Foreign assets
3. Balance of invisibles
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1 and 2 only

Q.6) India is home to lakhs of person with disabilities, what are the benefits available to them under the law ?
1. Free schooling till the age of 18 years in government­ run schools.
2. Preferential allotment of land for setting up business.
3. Ramps in public buildings.Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
a) 1 only.
b) 2 and 3 only.
c) 1 and 3 only.
d) 1,2 and 3.

Q.7) With what purpose is the government of India promoting the concept of “Mega food parks” ?
1. To provide good infrastructure facilities for the food processing industry.
2. To increase the processing of perishable items and reduce wastage.
3. To provide emerging and eco­friendly food processing technologies to entrepreneurs.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below :
a) 1 only.
b) 1 and 2 only.
c) 2 and 3 only.
d) 1,2 and 3.

Q.8) The authorization for the withdrawal of funds from the consolidated fund of India must come from ?
a) The president of India.
b) The parliament of India
c) The prime minister of India.
d) The union finance minister.

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Q.1) With reference to the ‘Fitch Ratings’, often seen in news, consider the following statements:
1. In Fitch. long-term credit ratings are assigned on an alphabetic scale from ‘AAA’ to ‘D’.
2. It is dual-headquartered.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) 2 only
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q.2) Which of the following organisation/institution releases Global Wealth Report?
a) The World Bank
b) The IMF
c) The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
d) The Credit Suisse Research Institute

Q.3) Recently, India hosted the World Congress of the International Committee of Military Medicine. Consider the following statements regarding it:
1. It is an organisation under the aegis of the WHO.
2. India has hosted the congress for the first time.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) 2 only
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q.4) The N.K. Singh Committee, recently seen in news, is related to
a) Foreign Exchange Management Act
b) Foreign Exchange Regulation Act
c) Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act
d) None of the above

Q.5) Consider the following:
1. China
2. France
3. United Kingdom
4. Germany
Which of the above are included in P5+1 ?
a) 1, 2, 3 and 4
b) 1, 3 and 5 only
c) 1, 2 and 3 only
d) 2 and 4 only

Q.6) In the context of global oil prices, “Brent crude oil” is frequently referred to in the news. What does this term imply ?
1. It is a major classification of crude oil.
2. It is sourced from north sea.
3. It does not contain sulphur.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
a) 2 only.
b) 1 and 2 only.
c) 1 and 3 only.
d) 1,2, and 3.

Q.7) The function of heavy water in a nuclear reactor is to ?
a) Slow down the speed of neutrons.
b) Increase the speed of neutrons.
c) Cool down the reactor.
d) Stop the nuclear reaction.

Q.8) In India, if a religious sect/community is given the status of a national minority , what special advantages it is entitled to ?
1. It can establish and administer exclusive educational institutions.
2. The president of India automatically nominates a representative of the community to Lok Sabha.
3. It can derive benefits from the prime minister’s 15­point programme.
Which of the statements give above is/are correct ?
a) 1 only.
b) 2 and 3 only.
c) 1 and 3 only.
d) 1,2 and 3.

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Q.1) With reference to the ‘International Court of Justice (ICJ)’, consider the following statements:
1. It is one of the principal organs of the United Nations (UN).
2. The ICJ consists of 15 judges.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Both 1 and 2

Q.2) With reference to the ‘Asia–Europe Meeting’ which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. India is not its member.
2. It was established under the aegis of the UN.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1 only
b) Neither 1 nor 2
c) 2 only
d) Both 1 and 2

Q.3) Consider the following statements regarding the Law Commission of India:
1. It has a fixed tenure.
2. It is a executive body.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Both 1 and 2

Q.4) M-STrIPES monitoring system , which was recently in news for its relevance in Animal Conservation. It is a system built for
a) Silent valley Macaques
b) Gharials
c) Elephants
d) Tigers

Q.5) Consider the following:
1. Iran
2. Iraq
3. Kuwait
Which of the above is/are founding members of OPEC?
a) 1, 2 and 3
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1 and 2 only

Q.6) The Brahmaputra, Irrawaddy and Mekong rivers originate in Tibet narrow and parallel mountain ranges in their upper reaches. Of these rivers, Brahmaputra makes a “U” turn in its course to flow into India. This “U” turn is due to ?
a) Uplift of folded Himalayan series.’
b) Syntaxial bending of geologically young Himalayas.
c) Geo­tectonic disturbance in the tertiary folded mountain chains.
d) Both a) and b) above.

Q.7) A state in India has the following characteristics :
1. Its northern part is arid and semi­arid.
2. Its central part produces cotton.
3. Cultivation of cash crops is predominant over food crops.
Which one of the following states has all of the above characteristics?
a) Andhra Pradesh.
b) Gujarat.
c) Karnataka.
d) Tamil Nadu.

Q.8) The “dharma” and “Rita” depict a central Idea of ancient vedic civilization of India. In this context, consider the following statements :
1. Dharma was a conception of obligations and of the discharge of one’s duties to oneself and to others.
2. Rita was the fundamental moral law governing the functioning of the universe and all it contained.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
a) 1 only.
b) 2 only.
c) Both 1 and 2.
d) Neither 1 nor 2.

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