Author: Root

All aspirants who are giving tomorrow’s test should discuss all there doubts/queries about any question on this thread and not in the comments section of the test

Around 20 questions of the test can be solved using Tikdam method

Tikdams explanations in those selected questions are given in the explanation column itself

By closely observing those questions after every test you will gradually learn the art of Tikdams which will assist you in clearing the UPSC prelims

Highlights of tomorrow’s test:

Q.1) Consider the following statements regarding Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY)

1. It incentives states to enhance investments in Agriculture and Allied sectors to achieve 4% growth rate.

2. Various Sub-schemes include Bringing Green Revolution to Eastern India (BGREI), Saffrom Mission, Bee Keeping etc.

Which of the above statement/s is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 & 2

d) None of the above

Q.2)  Consider the following statements regarding Deen Dayal Antyodaya Yojana- NRLM

1. It aims at creating efficient and effective institutional platforms of the rural poor, enabling them to increase household income through sustainable livelihood enhancements and improved access to financial services

2. The Scheme is assisted by funds from World Bank.

Which of the above statements are correct?

a) Only 1

b) only 2

c) Both 1 & 2

d) None of the above

Q.3)  Consider the following statements regarding Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Gramin

1. It replaces Indira Awas Yojana (IAY)

2. Beneficiaries of the rural houses would be chosen according to data taken from the Socio Economic Caste Census of 2011

3. PMAY-G aims at providing a pucca house, with basic amenities, to all houseless householder and those households living in kutcha and dilapidated house, by 2020

Which of the above statements are correct?

a) Only 1 and 2

b) Only 2 and 3

c) Only 1 and 3

d) All of the above

Q.4)  DIKSHA, an initiative by the government, aims to

a) assist below poverty line (BPL) households in forming functional Self Help Groups (SHGs)

b) assist teachers by equipping them with advanced digital infrastructure.

c) assist exporters by providing a single window clearance facility for product certification.

d) assist non-governmental organisations by allowing them access to government infrastructure

Best of luck!

All aspirants who are giving tomorrow’s test should discuss all there doubts/queries about any question on this thread and not in the comments section of the test

Around 20 questions of the test can be solved using Tikdam method

Tikdams explanations in those selected questions are given in the explanation column itself

By closely observing those questions after every test you will gradually learn the art of Tikdams which will assist you in clearing the UPSC prelims

Highlights of tomorrow’s test:

Q.1) Consider the following provisions of the constitution

1. Election of the President and its manner.

2. Power of Parliament to amend the Constitution and its procedure (Article 368 itself).

3. Directive Principles of State Policy

4. Fundamental Rights

Which of the above provisions can be amended by the special majority and consent of the states?

a) 1 and 3 only

b) 3 and 4 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 1,2 and 4 only

 

Q.2) Consider the statements about Systemically Important Financial Institutions (SIFIs)

1. The idea of SIFI has emerged from the Pittsburgh summit of world bank.

2. Systemically Important Financial Institutions (SIFIs) are perceived as institutions that are Too Big to Fail (TBTF).

3. when an institution is identified as SIFI, necessarily, it becomes an obligation for it to maintain an addition Tier 1 capital.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 2 and 3 only

Q.3) Which of the following states shares boundaries with the maximum number of other states of India?

a) Uttar Pradesh

b) M.P

c) Assam

d) Telangana

Q.4) The sixth century BCE which is regarded as a major turning point in Indian history is associated with which of the following?

1. Use of silver for the first time

2. Development of coins

3. Practice of “gana” oligarchies in mahajanpadas

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

a) 2 only

b) 1 and 3 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 2 and 3 only

Best of luck!