Dear student, 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: Elimination Tikdams: Extrapolate your basic knowledge to eliminate options which appear out of context. Zero down on 2 choices and then mark the question… Continue reading 1 Dec 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & [Tikdams]

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… Continue reading 30 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

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… Continue reading 28 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

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… Continue reading 27 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

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… Continue reading 24 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

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)… Continue reading 23 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

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… Continue reading 22 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Q.1) With reference to the ‘Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989’, consider the following statements: 1. It sets up courts for fast completion of cases. 2. Some crimes under the IPC are given increased punishments under this act. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 2… Continue reading 21 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Q.1) With refrence to the ‘Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS)’, often seen in news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The scheme also includes Defence airports other than civilian. 2. It is funded by both Central and State Goverments. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a) 1 only b) 2 only… Continue reading 17 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Q.1) With reference to the UDAN scheme, often seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a key component of the National Civil Aviation Policy (NCAP). 2. It will be jointly funded by the center government and state governments. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a)… Continue reading 16 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Q.1) With reference to the ‘AstroSat’, consider the following statements: 1. It is a space telescope. 2. Its working is related to Gamma Rays Polarisation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 only b) Neither 1 nor 2 c) 2 only d) Both 1 and 2 Q.2) What are ‘Pulsars’, sometimes seen… Continue reading 15 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Q.1) With reference to the ‘Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988’, consider the following statements: 1. Applies also to all citizens of India outside India. 2. It doesn’t apply to the State of Jammu and Kashmir. Which of the following statements givenn above is/are correct? a) Both 1 and 2 b) Neither 1 nor 2 c)… Continue reading 14 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Q.1) Recently, The Union Cabinet on Friday approved the creation of an National Testing Agency (NTA). Consider the following statements regarding it: 1. Its chairman will be appointed by the Ministry of Human Resource Development. 2. it will be a self-sustaining agency. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 2… Continue reading 13 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Q.1) Boundaries of the Saudi Arabia touches with which of the following countries? 1. Syria 2. Iraq 3. Jordan Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a) 1 and 3 only b) 1, 2 and 3 c) 1 and 2 only d) 2 and 3 only Q.2) What is ‘Olive Ridleys,’ recently seen… Continue reading 11 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams

Q.1) The shoreline of the ‘Lake Victoria’ is divinded among which of the following countries? 1. Kenya 2. Tanzania 3. Uganda 4. Ethiopia Select the correct answer using the codes given below. a) 2 and 4 only b) 1, 2, 3 and 4 c) 1, 3 and 4 only d) 1, 2 and 3 only… Continue reading 10 Nov 2017 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & Tikdams