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  • 9th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Beyond Fake News Project is an initiative of:

    a) Google

    b) Facebook

    c) WhatsApp

    d) BBC

    Inspired by: BBC launches fake news fight-back with global campaign

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/bbc-launches-fake-news-fight-back-with-global-campaign/

    Q.2) With reference to the Global IT Challenge for Youth with Disabilities 2018, consider the following statements:

    1. It is organised by Ministry of Human Resource Development.
    2. India is hosting the event in collaboration with Government of Korea and Rehabilitation International (RI).
    3. It propagates implementation of United Nations Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) – Article 21 relates to access to information.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) 1 and 2

    b) 2 and 3

    c) Only 2

    d) Only 3

    Inspired by: [pib] Global IT Challenge for Youth with Disabilities, 2018

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-global-it-challenge-for-youth-with-disabilities-2018/

    Q.3) The South Asian Strategy often seen in news is related to which of the following countries:

    a) Australia

    b) Russia

    c) USA

    d) European Union

    Inspired by: US exempts India from certain sanctions for development of Chabahar port in Iran

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/us-exempts-india-from-certain-sanctions-for-development-of-chabahar-port-in-iran/

    Q.4) The United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) does not denominate its Postal Stamps in which of the following Currencies?

    1. US Dollars
    2. Swiss Francs
    3. Indian Rupees
    4. Euros

    Select the correct codes:

    a) 1 and 2

    b) 1, 2 and 4

    c) 3 and 4

    d) All of the above

    Inspired by: UN postal agency issues special Diwali stamp

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/un-postal-agency-issues-special-diwali-stamp/

    Q.5) Consider the following statements in context to External Commercial Borrowings of India:

    1. ECBs are loans in India made by non-resident lenders in foreign currency to RBI.
    2. They are used widely in India to facilitate access to foreign money by Indian corporations and PSUs.
    3. Most of these loans are provided by foreign commercial banks and other institutions.
    4. It is a loan availed of from non-resident lenders with a minimum average maturity of 3 months.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) 1 and 4

    b) 2 and 3

    c) 1, 2 and 4

    d) All are correct

    Inspired by: RBI relaxes ECB norms for infra companies

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/rbi-relaxes-ecb-norms-for-infra-companies/

     

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  • 8th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Lagrange Points are:

    a) Points where critical velocity of a satellite is equal to its escape velocity from the orbit thus maintaining equilibrium in their respective orbit

    b) Points where net gravitational effect is maximum which propels satellites in their orbits

    c) Points where the pull of gravity working from two opposing celestial bodies is balanced due to the centripetal force of their orbits

    d) None of these

    Inspired by: Earth has two extra, hidden ‘moons’

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/earth-has-two-extra-hidden-moons/

    Q.2) Recently a Western Pacific nation has become the first country to ban many kinds of Sunscreens cream, in a move to protect its coral reefs from chemicals that scientists say cause significant damage. A 2017 report has found sunscreen products widespread in Jellyfish Lake, one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in the same country.

    The above explanatory is referred to which of the following Pacific countries?

    a) Papua New Guinea

    b) Palau

    c) Philippines

    d) Solomon Islands

    Inspired by: Palau becomes first country to ban sunscreen to save coral reefs

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/palau-becomes-first-country-to-ban-sunscreen-to-save-coral-reefs/

    Q.3) Which of the following ASEAN countries is/are not a member of Trans-Pacific Partnership?

    1. Laos
    2. Cambodia
    3. Vietnam
    4. Singapore

    Select the correct codes:

    a) 1 and 2

    b) 2 and 3

    c) 3 and 4

    d) Only 4

    Inspired by: ASEAN member countries of RCEP offer India concession

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/asean-member-countries-of-rcep-offer-india-concession/

    Q.4) With reference to the National River Ganga (Rejuvenation, Conservation and Management) Bill 2018, consider the following statements:

    1. It seeks to maintain Ecological flow of the River Ganga.
    2. It proposes to ban the construction of all types of jetties, ports or “permanent hydraulic structures” in the Ganga.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: National River Ganga (Rejuvenation, Conservation and Management) Bill, 2018

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/national-river-ganga-rejuvenation-conservation-and-management-bill-2018/

    Q.5) Who among the following was/were associated with the introduction of Ryotwari Settlement in India during the British rule?

    1. Lord Cornwallis
    2. Alexander Read
    3. Thomas Munro

    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    a) 1 only

    b) 1 and 3 only

    c) 2 and 3 only

    d) 1, 2 and 3

    Inspired by: CSP 2017

     

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  • 6th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) The Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) is an important parameter in employment projections and formulation of employment strategies. With reference to the LFPR, consider the following statements:

    1. LFPR is defined as the number of persons either employed or seeking jobs.
    2. It is obtained by dividing the number of persons in the labour force by total population.
    3. NSSO defines Labour force participation rate (LFPR) as the number of persons/person days in labour force per thousand persons/person days.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) 1 only

    b) 3 only

    c) 2 and 3

    d) All are correct

    Inspired by: [op-ed snap] No respite from poverty for Muslims

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-no-respite-from-poverty-for-muslims/

    Q.2) Which of the following statements with reference to the Operation Greens is/are correct?

    a) It aims to stabilize the supply of Tomato, Onion and Potato (TOP) crops along with all horticulture crops.

    b) It will ensure their availability throughout the country round the year without price volatility.

    c) FSSAI is the Nodal Agency to implement these price stabilization measures.

    d) MoFPI will provide 100% subsidy for transportation and hiring storage facilities for TOP crops.

    Inspired by: [pib] Ministry of Food Processing Industries issues guidelines for OPERATION GREENS

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-ministry-of-food-processing-industries-issues-guidelines-for-operation-greens/

    Q.3) The most earliest reference of Ayurveda is found in which of the following texts?

    a) Atharva Veda

    b) Charak Samhita

    c) Rigveda

    d) None of these

    Inspired by: [pib] Ayurveda Day celebrated throughout the Country on 5th November

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-ayurveda-day-celebrated-throughout-the-country-on-5th-november/

    Q.4) With reference to the Global Drug Survey 2019, consider the following statements:

    1. It is conducted by World Health Organisation.
    2. It releases the World Drug Report.
    3. The GDS 2019 will survey consumption trends in alcohol, cannabis and opiates in India for the first time.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 3

    c) 1 and 3

    d) All are correct

    Inspired by: Global Drug Survey set to cover Indians

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/global-drug-survey-set-to-cover-indians/

    Q.5) With reference to India’s satellite launch vehicle, consider the following statements:

    1. PSLVs launch the satellites useful for Earth resources monitoring whereas GSLVs are designed mainly to launch communication satellites.
    2. Satellites launched by PSLV appear to remain permanently fixed in the same position in the sky, as viewed from a particular location on Earth.
    3. GSLV MK III is a four-staged launch vehicle with the first and third stages using solid rocket motors; and the second and fourth stages using liquid rocket engines.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a) 1 only

    b) 2 and 3

    c) 1 and 2

    d) 3 only

    Inspired by: CSP 2018

     

     

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  • 5th November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Vesta and Ceres recently seen in news are the names of:

    a) Giant Stars

    b) Comets

    c) Bodies in Asteroid Belts

    d) Exoplanets

    Inspired by: ‘NASA’s historic Dawn mission to asteroid belt comes to end’

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/nasas-historic-dawn-mission-to-asteroid-belt-comes-to-end/

    Q.2) The Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) Initiative is sometimes seen in news is an initiative of:

    a) UNDP

    b) World Bank and IMF

    c) Paris Club and IMF

    d) None of these

    Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Exposing China’s overseas lending

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-exposing-chinas-overseas-lending/

    Q.3) The Shreya Singhal v. Union of India Judgment is related to:

    a) Online Speech

    b) Section 377 of IPC

    c) Triple Talaq

    d) None of these

    Inspired by: [op-ed snap] The ghosts of laws past: on the application of Section 66A of IT Act

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-the-ghosts-of-laws-past-on-the-application-of-section-66a-of-it-act/

    Q.4) Goldilocks Planets are:

    1. Planets which orbits in the habitable zone around a star, where temperatures like those on Earth occur, allowing for the possible existence of liquid water and of life.
    2. Earth is a Goldilocks Planet.

    Select the correct codes:

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: The legacy of Kepler, retired planet-hunter

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/the-legacy-of-kepler-retired-planet-hunter/

    Q.5) Which one of the following statements correctly describes the meaning of legal tender money?

    a) The money which is tendered in courts of law to defray the fee of legal cases

    b) The money which a creditor is under compulsion to accept in settlement of his claims

    c) The bank money in the form of cheques, drafts, bills of exchange, etc.

    d) The metallic money in circulation in a country

     

    Inspired by: CSP 2018

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  • 3rd November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Jus Soli, a term sometimes seen in news is related to which of the following issue?

    a) Citizenship

    b) Voting Rights

    c) Federal Politics

    d) Judiciary

    Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Accident of birth

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-accident-of-birth/

    Q.2) Recently Seychelles has raised 15 million dollars by offering ‘Blue Bond,’ raised from investors to finance ocean-based projects. With reference to the Blue Bonds, consider the following statements:

    1. Seychelles for first time in the world has offered blue bond .
    2. It is supported and guaranteed by World Bank and Global Environment Facility (GEF).

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: Seychelles issues world’s 1st ‘Blue Bond’

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/seychelles-issues-worlds-1st-blue-bond/

    Q.3) Recently a famous airport was re-named after Veer Surendra Sai, a well-known freedom fighter. The activities of Veer Surendra Sai belonged to which of the following states/UTs?

    a) Jharkhand

    b) Manipur

    c) Odisha

    d) Andhra Pradesh

    Inspired by: Cabinet clears renaming Jharsuguda aerodrome as Veer Surendra Sai airport

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/cabinet-clears-renaming-jharsuguda-aerodrome-as-veer-surendra-sai-airport/

     

    Q.4) With reference to the PSB 59 minute loan portal, consider the following statements:

    1. Loans from Rs.10 lakh upto Rs. 100 crores can be granted in-principle approval through this portal.
    2. There is no mandatory requirement for collateral.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: [pib] PM launches historic Support and Outreach Initiative for MSME Sector

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-pm-launches-historic-support-and-outreach-initiative-for-msme-sector/

    Q.5) Which of the following leaf modifications occur(s) in the desert areas to inhibit water loss?

    1.  Hard and waxy leaves
    2. Tiny leaves
    3. Thorns instead of leaves

    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    a) 2 and 3 only

    b) 2 only

    c) 3 only

    d) 1, 2 and 3

    Inspired by: CSP 2018

     

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  • 2nd November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) The UTSONMOBILE application is developed by:

    a) IRCTC

    b) Google

    c) National Informatics Centre

    d) Centre for Railway Information Systems

    Inspired by: [pib] Railways rolls out All-India Unreserved Mobile Ticketing facility (UTS on Mobile)

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-railways-rolls-out-all-india-unreserved-mobile-ticketing-facility-uts-on-mobile/

    Q.2) Consider the following statements with respect to the Agni –I Missile System:

    1. Agni-I is a short-range ballistic missile developed by DRDO of India under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program.
    2. It is sleek single-stage missile, powered by solid propellants.
    3. It has strike range of about 700km.

    Which of the given statement is/are correct?

    a) All are correct

    b) Only 1

    c) 1 and 3

    d) 1 and 2

    Inspired by: India conducts successful night trial of nuclear-capable Agni-I missile

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/india-conducts-successful-night-trial-of-nuclear-capable-agni-i-missile/

    Q.3) Consider the following statements:

    1. Dementia is a form of cognitive impairment that affects memory and other cognitive abilities.
    2. Alzheimer disease is a type of Dementia.

    Which of the given statement is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: [op-ed snap] A Matter of Dignity

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-a-matter-of-dignity/

    Q.4) Consider the following statements with respect to the National Programme for the Health Care of Elderly (NPHCE):

    1. It is a programme aimed to provide dedicated health care facilities to the senior citizens above 60 years of age.
    2. It is an initiative of Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: [pib] 1st Annual Senior Care Conclave

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-1st-annual-senior-care-conclave/

    Q.5) Which one of the following foreign travellers elaborately discussed about diamonds and diamond mines of India?

    a) Francois Bernier

    b) Jean Baptiste Tavernier

    c) Jean de Thevenot

    d) Abbe Barthel Carre

    Inspired by: CSP 2018

     

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  • 1st November 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) The schemes of Sammruddhi,  Unnati and Airavata which aimed for skill education of socially marginalized communities belong to which of the following states?

    a) Andhra Pradesh

    b) Odisha

    c) Maharashtra

    d) Karnataka

    Inspired by: Karnataka launches SC/ST entrepreneurship scheme

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/karnataka-launches-sc-st-entrepreneurship-scheme/

    Q.2) Consider the following statements with reference to the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC):

    1. It is a apex-level body constituted as per the recommendations of Raghuram Rajan Committee in 2008.
    2. It is statutory body and funds are separately allocated to the council for undertaking its activities.
    3. It is headed by Prime Minister of India.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) 1 and 2

    b) 1 and 3

    c) Only 1

    c) All are correct

    Inspired by: [pib] 19thMeeting of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC)

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-19thmeeting-of-the-financial-stability-and-development-council-fsdc/

    Q.3) The Doing Business Report is released by:

    a) IMF

    b) World Bank

    c) RBI

    d) None of these

    Inspired by: [pib] India at 77 Rank in World Bank’s Doing Business Report, 2018

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-india-at-77-rank-in-world-banks-doing-business-report-2018/

     

    Q.4) With reference to Section 7 of the RBI Act, 1934, consider the following statements:

    1. The Central Government may from time to time give directions to the RBI necessary in the public interest, after consultation with the Governor of the Bank.
    2. This provision of the law is applicable to not just the RBI but also regulatory bodies in other sectors.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: Explained: Section 7 of RBI Act

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/explained-section-7-of-rbi-act/

     

    Q.5) Consider the following statements with respect to the Commercial Papers:

    1. A commercial Paper (CP) is an unsecured loan raised by firms in money markets through instruments issued in the form of a promissory note.
    2. CPs can be issued for maturities between a minimum of 7 days and a maximum of up to one year from the date of issue.

    Which of the given statements is/are not correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: Why companies use commercial papers as a source of funds

    The Hindu

     

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  • 31st October 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Lokayan 18 is a:

    a) Military Exercise

    b) SPV for Swachh Bharat

    c) Naval Expedition

    d) Seabed exploration mission

    Inspired by: [pib] INS Tarangini returns after Vogage across the World

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-ins-tarangini-returns-after-vogage-across-the-world/

    Q.2) Recently India and Japan has concluded a Bilateral Swap Arrangement (BSA), a move that will help in bringing greater stability in foreign exchange and capital markets in the country. With reference to the BSA, consider the following statements:

    1. India can acquire Yen as well as US Dollars in exchange of India Rupees.
    2. The facility is entered into agreement by RBI and the Japanese central bank.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: India, Japan sign $75 billion currency swap agreement

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/india-japan-sign-75-billion-currency-swap-agreement/

    Q.3) Consider the following statements with respect to the Jal Vikas Marg Project:

    1. It is a World Bank assisted project.
    2. It aims to build and develop all major National Waterways of India.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: India’s 1st container movement on inland waterways begins

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/indias-1st-container-movement-on-inland-waterways-begins/

    Q.4) Consider the following statements with respect to Soil Biodiversity:

    1. Soil biodiversity is the total community from genes to species, and varies depending on the environment.
    2. The immense diversity in soil allows for a great variety of ecosystem services that benefit the species that inhabit it, the species that use it, and its surrounding environment.
    3. Human beings does not account to Soil Biodiversity.

    Which of the given statements is/are not correct?

    a) Only 3

    b) 1 and 2

    c) 1 and 3

    d) None are correct

    Inspired by: India among nations that face grave danger to soil biodiversity: WWF

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/india-among-nations-that-face-grave-danger-to-soil-biodiversity-wwf/

    Q.5) The Aravalli Range is a range of mountains does not pass through which of the following states?

    1. Rajasthan
    2. Madhya Pradesh
    3. Rajasthan
    4. Punjab

    Select the correct codes:

    a) 1 and 2

    b) 2 and 4

    c) 1 and 4

    d) Only 4

    Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Assault on Aravallis

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-assault-on-aravallis/

     

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  • 30th October 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to the Tesla Coil:

    1. It produces high-voltage, low-current, and high frequency alternating-current electricity.
    2. It allows wireless transfer of electricity.
    3. The same principle is used to produce sparks in E-crackers.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) 1 and 2

    c) 2 and 3

    d) All are correct

    Inspired by: [pib] CSIR develops Green Crackers and E-crackers

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-csir-develops-green-crackers-and-e-crackers/

    Q.2) With reference to the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems (CCTNS), consider the following statements:

    1. This system is nationwide online tracking system which integrates more than 15,000 police stations across the country.
    2. It is implemented by Central Bureau of Investigations.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: [pib] CCTN System

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-cctn-system/

    Q.3) Recently the Odisha government has launched the Early Warning Dissemination System (EWDS) to warn coastal communities and fisherfolk about impending cyclone and tsunami through siren towers.

     With reference to the EWDS, which of the given statements is/are correct?

    1. The EWDS is been implemented under the assistance of Asian Development Bank.
    2. It comprises technologies such as satellite-based mobile data voice terminals, digital mobile radio, mass messaging system and universal communication interface for interoperability.
    3. It is a part of the National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project and aims to inform the last man living near the sea in case of an impending cyclone.

    Select the correct codes:

    a) 1 and 2

    b) 2 and 3

    c) 1 only

    d) 2 only

    Inspired by: Odisha launches disaster alert system for its coast

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/odisha-launches-disaster-alert-system-for-its-coast/

    Q.4) The Living Planet Report 2018 is released by:

    a) UN Environment

    b) IUCN

    c) WWF

    d) Birdlife International

    Inspired by: Nature pushed to the brink by ‘runaway consumption’, says WWF

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/nature-pushed-to-the-brink-by-runaway-consumption-says-wwf/

    Q.5) The term Significant Economic Presence (SEP) is related to:

    a) Taxes laid on foreign remittances

    b) Taxing non-resident persons/firms in India

    c) Taxation of Companies in SEZs of India

    d) None of the above

    Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Tech taxes are the wrong solution to real problems

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-tech-taxes-are-the-wrong-solution-to-real-problems/

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  • 29 October 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

    Q.1) Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) is an apex governmental body to address governmental corruption in India. With reference to the CVC, consider the following statements:

    1. It has the status of an autonomous body, free of control from any executive authority, charged with monitoring all vigilance activity under the Government of India.
    2. It was set up after K. Santhanam Committee recommendations.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a) Both 1 and 2

    b) Only 1

    c) Only 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: [pib] CVC observes Vigilance Awareness Week 2018

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-cvc-observes-vigilance-awareness-week-2018/

    Q.2) With reference to the appointment of Central Vigilance Commissioner of the CVC, which of the given statements is/are correct?

    1. The Central Vigilance Commissioner and the Vigilance Commissioners are appointed by the President.
    2. The committee consists of the Prime Minister (Chairperson), the Minister of Home Affairs (Member) and the Leader of the Opposition in the House of the People.

    Select the correct codes:

    a) Only 1

    b) Only 2

    c) Both 1 and 2

    d) Neither 1 nor 2

    Inspired by: [pib] CVC observes Vigilance Awareness Week 2018

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-cvc-observes-vigilance-awareness-week-2018/

    Q.3) The United Nations regards him as a living legend. He has been described by the United Nations Environment Programme as “the Father of Economic Ecology.” Moreover he was one of three from India included in Time magazine’s 1999 list of the “20 most influential Asian people of the 20th century,” the other two being Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore.

    Which of the following eminent personality is referred in the above paragraph?

    a) Verghese Kurien

    b) Amartya Sen

    c) S. Swaminathan

    d) K. R. Varadaraja Rao

    Inspired by: [pib] Global Agriculture Leadership Summit 2018

    https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-global-agriculture-leadership-summit-2018/

    Q.4) Consider the following statements with respect to the Electoral Bonds Scheme 2018:

    1. The bonds will be available in multiples of Rs1,000, Rs10,000, Rs1 lakh, Rs10 lakh and Rs1 crore.
    2. It will remain valid for 15 days and shall not carry the donor’s name, although the payee will have to fulfill KYC.
    3. It will be available for purchase from all branches of the State Bank of India (SBI).

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a) 1 and 2

    b) 2 and 3

    c) Only 3

    d) All are correct

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    Q.5) With reference to the migratory bird Amur Falcon, consider the following statements:

    1. It breeds in south-eastern Siberia, Mongolia and Northern China and then migrates in winter to Southern Africa.
    2. Its IUCN Conservation status is “Critically Endangered”.
    3. Doyang Lake in Nagaland’s Wokha district is their stopover in India.

    Which of the given statements is/are correct?

    a) Only 1

    b) 1 and 2

    c) 1 and 3

    d) All are correct

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