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Daily Study Plan with Answer Writing Challenge || STREAK FREE INITIATIVE FOR UPSC IAS – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on Polity – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Consider the following statements with respective to Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Rules 2020

1. Under the Rules, an application to declare gender is to be made to the District Magistrate. 
2. Under the rules transgender persons needs to go through a medical examination for declaring their desired sex. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q2) Consider the following statements with respective to Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council 

1. The members of the council are elected and have executive powers over the allotment, use and occupation of land vested in them by the Centre. 
2. The AHDCs have the powers to collect some local taxes, such as parking fees, taxes on shops etc. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q3) Consider the following statements 

1. Appointments and promotions of district judges in any State shall be made by the Governor of the State in consultation with the High Court.
2. Parliament is empowered to make laws for the creation of one or more All-India Services, including an All India Judicial Service (AIJS). 
3. All India Judicial Service (AIJS) shall not include any post inferior to that of a district judge. 

Which of the statements given above are correct? 

a. 1 and 2 only 

b. 1 and 3 only 

c. 2 and 3 only 

d. 1, 2 and 3

Q4) In India, the Ministries/Departments of the Government are created by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister under which of the following? 

a. Article 75 of Indian Constitution 

b. The Representation of Peoples Act, 1951 

c. Government of India (Allocation of Business) Rules, 1961 

d. Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Lok Sabha

Q5) Consider the following statements with respective to Tele-Law programme 

1. It was launched by the Ministry of Law and Justice in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). 
2. It aims to address cases at the pre– litigation stage and free for those who are eligible for free legal Aid. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Polity – by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Consider the following statements 

1. The conditions of service and tenure of office of the election commissioners and the regional commissioners shall be determined by the president. 
2. They hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier. 
3. The Constitution has debarred the retiring election commissioners from any further appointment by the government.

 Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

a. 1 and 2 

b. 2 and 3

c. 1 and 3 

d. All of them 

Q2) Consider the following statements 

1. The President can remove the chairman or any other member of UPSC on grounds of misbehavior after referring the matter to the Supreme Court. 
2. The term misbehavior, however, has not been defined in the Constitution and has been left to the discretion of the President. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. None of them

Q3) Consider the following statements about Finance Commission 

1. It is a permanent quasi judicial body constituted by the president of India
2. The members of the Finance Commission are not eligible for reappointment. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both  1 AND 2 

d. None of them

Q4)  Which of the following statements regarding CAG of India is/are correct? 

1. The CAG is appointed by the president of India by a warrant under his hand and seal. 
2. He holds office for a period of six years or upto the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. 
3. He holds office during the pleasure of the president as he is appointed by him. 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 AND 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

Q5) Consider the following statements 

1. The Attorney General (AG) is appointed by the president and he must be a person who is qualified to be appointed a judge of the Supreme Court. 
2. The term of office of the AG is 5 years. 
3. He holds office during the pleasure of the president. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

Daily Dose: Complete Snapshots of Everyday News – by Shweta Mishra

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

UPSC Daily Study Plan For 2021 and 2022 || STREAK – by Ravi Ranjan

CSAT for UPSC Prelims || Free CSAT Sessions by Civilsdaily – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on Polity – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Consider the following statements with respect to Model Panchayat Citizens Charter 

1. Panchayats are responsible for delivery of basic services as enshrined under article 243G of the Constitution of India. 
2. The Charter would ensure transparent and effective delivery of public services and accountable Local Self Governments. 
3. The charter was prepared by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj in collaboration with National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR). 

Which of the statements given above are correct? 

a. 1 and 2 only 

b. 1 and 3 only 

c. 2 and 3 only 

d. 1, 2 and 3

Q2) With respect to Election Commissioners, consider the following statements: 

1. The Chief Election Commissioner and the Election Commissioners have equal powers and receive equal salary, which are similar to those of a judge of the Supreme Court. 
2. In case of difference of opinion amongst the Chief election commissioner and the other election commissioners, the matter is decided by the Commission by majority. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to PENCIL Portal 

1. It is an electronic platform developed for the enforcement of legislative provisions of National Child Labour Policy (NCLP).
2. It works under the control of the Ministry of Labour & Employment. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Consider the following statements with respective to Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) 

1. Under UAPA, the period of probe and detention of the accused can be extended up to 180 days. 
2. Investigation of cases under UAPA, may be conducted by officers of the rank of Deputy Superintendent or Assistant Commissioner of Police or above. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q5) Consider the following statements with respective to Inland Vessels Bill, 2021 

1. It will approve separate rules framed by the States for registration of inland vessels. 
2. It will provide for a central database for recording the details of vessel, vessel registration, crew on an electronic portal. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Environment and Ecology – by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Consider the following statements regarding Project MIKE (Monitoring the Illegal Killing of Elephants) : 

1. It has been established by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). 
2. It is a site-based system designed to monitor trends in the illegal killing of elephants to help range States make appropriate management and enforcement decisions. 
3. The largest number of MIKE-sites are in India. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 and 2

b. 2 and 3

c.  1 and 3

d. all of them 

Q2) Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Biosphere Reserves (BRs)? 

1. BRs are admitted into the Man and Biosphere (MAB) Programme by the United Nations Environment Programme. 
2. BRs under MAB programme remain under the sovereign jurisdiction of the State where they are situated. 
3. There are 28 Biosphere reserves in India under MAB programme. 

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to SAVE programme: 

1. The objective of the programme is to save Asian vultures from extinction. 
2. It is an initiative of International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. 1 and 2 only

d. None of them

Q4) Consider the following statements regarding Global Footprint Network: 

1. It was established by the World Summit on Sustainable Development in 2002. 
2. It is responsible for hosting and calculating Earth Overshoot Day. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. None of them

Q5) Consider the following statements regarding ‘Biosafety Clearing House’: 

1. It has been established to facilitate the exchange of information on Living Modified Organisms to protect biological diversity. 
2. It is a mechanism set up by the  Nagoya Protocol. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. None of them

Daily Dose: Complete Snapshots of Everyday News – by Shweta Mishra

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on Polity – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Consider the following statements with respect to Consolidated Sinking Fund? 

1. The fund should be maintained outside the consolidated fund of the States and the public account. 

2. It should not be used for any other purpose, except for redemption of loans. 

3. It is administered by the Department of economic affairs and respective State treasuries. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 1 & 2 only 

c. 1 & 3 only 

d. 2 & 3 only

Q2) Consider the following statements with respect to Appointment of Chief Minister 

1. The Constitution does not require that a person must prove his majority in the legislative assembly before he is appointed as the Chief Minister. 

2. The term of the Chief Minister is not fixed and he holds office during the pleasure of the governor. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q3) Identify from the following the languages that were initially included in the Constitution.

1. Gujarati

2. Kashmiri

3. Konkani

4. Malayalam

5. Manipuri

6. Marathi

The correct option is:

a. 1, 3, 4 and 5 only

b. 1, 2, 4 and 6 only

c. 2, 3, 5 and 6 only

d. All

Q4) Consider the following statements with respective to Article 311 

1. It puts certain restrictions on the absolute power of the President or Governor for dismissal, removal or reduction in rank of an officer. 

2. The protective safeguards given under Article 311 are applicable to both civil servants and defence personnel. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q5) Consider the following statements with respective to Creation of New District 

1. The power to create new districts or alter or abolish existing districts rests only with the State governments. 

2. A state can create a district only by passing a law in the state assembly. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Daily Dose: Complete Snapshots of Everyday News – by Shweta Mishra

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2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on Polity – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Consider the following statements with respect to E-Courts Project 

1. It is a pan-India Project, monitored and funded by the Department of Justice. 
2. It is one of the National e-Governance projects being implemented in District and Subordinate Courts of the Country. 
3. The project has been implemented by the eCommittee, Supreme Court of India along with Department of Justice and National Information Centre. 

Which of the statements given above are correct? 

a. 1 and 2 only 

b. 1 and 3 only 

c. 2 and 3 only 

d. 1, 2 and 3

Q2) Consider the following statements with respect to Star Campaigners 

1. The expenditure incurred on campaigning by „stars‟ is exempt from being added to the election expenditure of a candidate. 

2. In India there is no law governing who can or cannot be made a star campaigner. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q3) Which of the following statements are incorrect with respect to Provisions under Tribunal Reforms Ordinance 2021 

1. Under this Chairperson and Members of the Tribunals will be appointed by the central government on the recommendation of a Search-cum Selection Committee. 

2. It amended the Cinematograph Act, 1952 by which abolished the Film Certification Appellate Tribunal (FCAT). 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 

a. 1 only

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Consider the following statements with respect to National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) 

1. It is a constitutional body established under Article 338 of Indian Constitution. 

2. The members of the commission are appointed by the President by warrant under his/her hand and seal. 

3. The conditions of service and tenure of office of members of NCSC are determined by the President. 

Which of the statements given above are correct? 

a. 1 and 2 only 

b. 1 and 3 only 

c. 2 and 3 only 

d. 1, 2 and 3

Q5) Which of the following statements are correct with respect to Right to Freedom of Movement

1. It is protected against only state action and not private individuals. 

2. It is guaranteed under Article 19 of the Indian Constitution. 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Daily Dose: Complete Snapshots of Everyday News – by Shweta Mishra

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

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2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

UPSC Daily Study Plan For 2021 and 2022 || STREAK – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on Polity – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Consider the following statements with respect to State Election Commission 

1. The functions of delimitation, reservation and rotation of local body election seats should be vested with the State Election Commission. 

2. It should submit its annual or special reports to the Election Commission of India and to the Governor. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q2) With respect to Schedules of Indian Constitution, consider the following statements: 

1. Fifth Schedule asks for annual reports from the Governors of each State having Scheduled Areas to the President. 

2. Sixth Schedule contains recommendations relating to the ability of the autonomous regions to frame land-use policies and policies related to reserved forests. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q3) Development and Welfare Board for Denotified, Nomadic and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DWBDNCs) works under the aegis of? 

a. Ministry of Home Affairs 

b. Ministry of Tribal Affairs 

c. Ministry of Rural Development 

d. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

Q4) With respect to One Nation One Ration Card Scheme, consider the following statements: 

a. The scheme is being implemented for nationwide portability of ration cards under National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013 

b. This system allows all NFSA beneficiaries, particularly migrant beneficiaries, to claim either full or part foodgrains from any Fair Price Shop (FPS) in the country 

c. The system also allows their family members back home, if any, to claim the balance foodgrains on same the ration card 

d. None of the above

Q5) With respect to the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2021, consider the following statements: 

1. Bill provides that the term government referred to in any law made by the Legislative Assembly will imply Lieutenant Governor. 

2. The Bill prohibits the Legislative Assembly from making any rule to enable itself to consider the matters of day-to-day administration of the NCT of Delhi.

3. The bill states that the Lieutenant Governor‟s opinion must be obtained on every matter, before taking any executive action on the decisions of the Minister/ Council of Ministers. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

3 only 

1 and 2 only 

2 and 3 only 

1, 2 and 3

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Environment and Ecology – by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Consider the following statements regarding Global-Warming potential (GWP) 

1. It’s a relative measure of how much heat a greenhouse gas traps in the atmosphere. 
2. It is expressed as a factor of carbon dioxide. 
3. A high GWP correlates with a low infrared absorption and a long atmospheric lifetime. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 AND 2 

b. 2 AND 3 

c. 1 AND 3 

d. ALL OF THEM

Q2) Consider the following statements

1. While Clean  Development Mechanism(CDM) works under Kyoto Protocol, Sustainable development mechanism(SDM) is a mechanism to ensure implementation of SDGs targets. 
2. While Kyoto protocol ensure binding targets only for developed countries, Paris accord makes no such distinction. 

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

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. None of them

Q3) Consider the following statements regarding United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD): 

1. It was formed on the recommendations of the World Commission on Environment and Development. 
2. It is the sole legally binding international agreement linking environment and development to sustainable land management. 
3. It has established the Global Mechanism (GM) to assist countries for mobilization of financial resources to address land degradation and drought. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 and 3 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 2 only

d. All of them

Q4) Consider the following statements regarding GHG Platform India: 

1. 1. It is a joint initiative of NITI Aayog and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. 
2. It will provide an estimation and analysis of India‘s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across key sectors. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 and 2

b. 1 only

c. 2 only

d. None of them

Q5) With reference to the Project Predator, consider the following statements: 

1. It is an initiative led by the United Nations Environment Programme. 
2. It aims to enhance governance and law enforcement capacity for the conservation of Asian big cats and other wildlife species. 
3. The project has its focus on the tiger range countries, including India. 

Which of the statements given above are correct?

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them 

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on Polity || by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Consider following statements with respect Collegium System in Judicial Appointments

1. A Supreme Court collegium is led by its Chief Justice and four other senior most judges of that court.
2. Names recommended for appointment by a High Court collegium reaches the government only after approval by the CJI and the Supreme Court collegium.
3. Government cannot raise any objections and seek no clarifications regarding the Collegium’s choices.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 1 and 3 only

C. 2 and 3 only

D. 1, 2 and 3

Q2) Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct with respect to Rohini Commission

1. It was established to work out the mechanism in a scientific approach for sub-categorisation within OBCs.
2. It recommended 33% reservation in jobs and education under the central and state government for OBCs.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to DNA Technology Bill

1. Under the Bill, DNA testing is allowed only in respect of matters listed in the Schedule to the Bill.
2. The Bill provides for the establishment of a National DNA Data Bank and Regional DNA Data Banks, for every state, or two or more states.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Which of the following statements are incorrect with respect to Registered Unrecognised Political Parties

1. These are political parties which have contested at least in one Assembly or General Elections since being registered.
2. These Parties do not enjoy all the benefits extended to the recognised parties.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q5) Consider the following statements with respect to Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT)

1. It exercises original jurisdiction in relation to recruitment and all service matters of all-India services, the Central civil services, civil posts under the Centre and members of the defence forces.
2. The appeals against the orders of the CAT could be made only in the Supreme Court and not in high courts.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Environment and Ecology || by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Which of the following are related to Ozone depletion?

1. Montreal Protocol
2. Kyoto Protocol
3. Vienna Convention
4. Kigali agreement

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1, 2 and 3 only

B. 2, 3 and 4

C. 1, 3 and 4 only

D. All of them

Q2)  How does the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting Indian agriculture? 

1. NBA checks the biopiracy and protects the indigenous and traditional genetic resources. 

2. NBA directly monitors and supervises the scientific research on genetic modification of crop plants. 

3. Application for intellectual Property Rights related to genetic resources cannot be made without the approval of NBA.

4.  NBA was set up under obligation for Convention on biological diversity 

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1,3 and 4

D. all of them 

Q3) Which of the following is related to protection of biodiversity?

1. Convention of biological diversity

2. Nagoya protocol

3. Aichi targets

4. Minamata convention

5. UNESCO world heritage convention

Which of the above statements are true? 

A. 1, 2 and 3 only

B. 2, 3 and 4 ony

C All of them

D. 1, 2, 3 and 5

Q4)  Consider the following regarding outcomes of Rio earth summit, 1992

1. Agenda 21
2. Convention on biological diversity
3. UNFCCC
4. Foundation of IPCC
5. Global Environment Facility (GEF)

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1, 2 and 3 

B. 2, 3 and 4 only

C. 1, 2, 3 and 5 only

D. All of them

Q5)  Which of the following  are true about the aims of the Basel Convention? 

1. The reduction of all hazardous waste generation 

2. The restriction of trans-boundary movements of hazardous wastes including radioactive waste. 

3. Creating a Regulatory system for trans boundary movement 

4.  Promote information sharing through prior informed consent

Which of the above statements are true?

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 ,2 and 4 only

D. 1, 3 and 4 only

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) By their percentage contribution to the greenhouse effect on Earth:

a) water vapour>co2>ch4>o3

b) co2>water vapour>ch4>o3

c) co2>ch4> o3>water vapour

d) water vapour>co2>o3>ch4

Q2) Which of the following is a disadvantage of renewable energy?

a) High pollution

b) Available only in few places

c) High running cost

d) Unreliable supply

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to International Nitrogen Initiative (INI) 

1. It was set up in 2003 under UNESCO’s International Geosphere Biosphere Program (IGBP). 

2. INI conferences will be held every three years on different continents. 

3. INI 2021 is being hosted by India’s Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a) 2 only 

b) 1 and 3 only 

c) 2 and 3 only 

d) 1, 2 and 3

Q4) Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in which of the following states? 

a) Telangana 

b) Andhra Pradesh 

c) Maharashtra 

d) Jharkhand

Consider the following statements: 

1. It is surrounded by the Phipsoo Wildlife Sanctuary to its north, the Buxa Tiger Reserve to its west and the Manas National Park to its east.

2. The National Park, which has 11 different forest types and subtypes, is home to the golden langur, elephant, tiger, clouded leopard and Indian gaur. 

Q5) Identify the National Park using the description given above: 

a) Rajbari National Park 

b) Mouling National Park 

c) Raimona National Park 

d) Saddle Peak National Park

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Environment & Ecology for UPSC Prelims 2021 – by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Consider the following statements in context to Indian pangolin. 

1. They are critically endangered. 

2. The Indian pangolin is found in India and Pakistan only. 

3. They are protected under Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). 

Select the correct code from the codes given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 3 only

d) All of them

Q2) Select the correct statement/s in context to Fresh water crocodiles

1. India has two species of freshwater crocodiles 

2. It prefers fast moving water. 

3. Now it is only found in Chambal river sanctuary

Which of the above statements are true?

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 only

d) All of them

Q3) With reference to sea cows. i. e., ‘dugong’, a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It is a herbivore feeding on seagrass

2. These mammals are found only in warm

coastal waters of the Indian Ocean.

3. It is listed as endangered  in the IUCN

Red List.

Select the correct answer using the code

given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1 and 3 only

c) 1 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

Q4) Identify the correct statement/s in context to Hoolock Gibbons. 

1. Hoolock Gibbons are the only species of apes found in India. 

2. They can live in high temperature conditions. 

3. It is found in the Southern part of India.

Which of the above statements are true?

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 only

d) All of them 

Q5) Which of the following species is/are now

extinct in the wild in India?

1. Indian Cheetah

2. Pink-headed duck

3. Dodo bird

4. Siberian crane

Select the correct answer using the code

given below.

a) 1 and 3 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 2, 3  and 4 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

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UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Which of the following can cause DNA damage and mutations in humans?

a. Absorption of UV – A and UV – B

b. Absorption of UV – B

c. Absorption of UV – A

d. Absorption of UV – A and UV – C

Q2) Consider the following statements:

1. The objective of the Minamata Convention is to protect human health and the environment from anthropogenic emissions and releases of mercury and mercury compounds.
2. The treaty also addresses the direct mining of mercury, its export and import, its safe storage and its disposal once as waste.
3. Dental fillings which use amalgam are also regulated under the convention.

Select the correct option:

a. 1 only

b. 1 and 2

c. 1 and 3

d. 1, 2 and 3

Q3) Consider the following statements about ozone hole over Arctic 

1. It has reached a maximum extension of around 1 million sq km. 
2. Recently, the German Aerospace Centre observed the closure of ozone holes mainly because of the reduced pollution levels due to covid-19 lockdown. 

Which of the above statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Consider the following statements with respect to Deepor Beel Lake 

1. It is a permanent freshwater lake, in a former channel of the Brahmaputra River. 
2. It is the only wetland in Assam designated as a site of importance under Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q5) Consider the following statements with respect to Galathea National Park 

1. It is located on the island of Great Nicobar in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
2. It is an iconic nesting site in India of the enigmatic Giant Leatherback, the world’s largest marine turtle. 
3. The park is home to the indigenous Shompen community. 

Which of the statements given above are correct? 

a. 1 and 2 only 

b. 1 and 3 only 

c. 2 and 3 only 

d. 1, 2 and 3

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Environment & Ecology – by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Which of the following are regarded as ‘Ecosystem services’?

1. Soil formation
2. Nutrient cycling
3. Habitat for wildlife
4. Climate regulation
5. Tourism 

Select the correct answer using the code

given below.

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 3, 4 and 5only

c. 1, 2 and 3 only

d. All of them

Q2) Which of the following is/are the causes of coral bleaching in India?

1. Excessive sedimentation in the reef
2. ecosystem
3. Excess nutrients like ammonia and
4. nitrates entering the reef system
5. Increased exposure to Ultraviolet (UV)
6. Radiation
7. Repeated EL- Nino and La- Nina

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 and 3 only

b. 1, 2 and 3 only

c. 2 and 4 only

d. All of them 

Q3) Which of the following contribute in the Cultural eutrophication?

1. Excessive use of fertilisers
2. Untreated sewage
3. Detergents containing phosphorus
4. Discharge of industrial waste
5. Acid rain 

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 2, 3 and 4 only

b. 1, 2 and 4 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them 

Q4) Which of the following is/are the reasons for ozone depletion by polar stratospheric clouds?

1. They convert free radicals of halogens to oxide which then reacts with ozone causing its depletion. 
2. They remove gaseous nitric acid which reacts with oxides of halogens. 

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. 1 and 2 

d. None of them

Q5) Consider the following statements

1. The acidified ocean water leads to reduction of sulphur which may lead to decreased cloud formation and raising global temperatures. 
2. Ocean acidification occurs through the uptake of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere only

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. 1 and 2 

d. None of them

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