Category: Prelims Daily

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Q.1) With reference to the Financial Action Task Force on Money Laundering, recently seen in news, consider the following statements:
1. It also works against terrorism financing, other than money laundering.
2. It has no official language.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) 1 only
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] New dynamic in the north west

Q.2) With reference to the National Legal Services Authority which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Chief Justice of India is patron-in-chief of NALSA.
2. One of its purpose is to organize Lok Adalats for speedy resolution of cases.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Both 1 and 2
Inspired by: SC seeks details on over-crowded prisons

Q.3) Which of the following constitutes the ‘Big three’ Credit Rating Agencies?
1. Standard & Poor’s
2. Kroll Bond Rating Agency
3. Moody’s
4. European Rating Agency
5. Fitch Group
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) 2, 4 and 5 only
b) 1, 3 and 5 only
c) 1, 2 and 3 only
d) 3, 4 and 5 only

Q.4) Which of the following statement regarding the RUSTOM-2 is incorrect?
a) It was recently inducted in the Indian Air Force.
b) It is a Medium Altitude Long Endurance drone (MALE).
c) Its previous variant was RUSTOM-H.
d) All of the above are correct
Inspired by: Click2read

Q.5) Which of the ministries are involved in the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY)?
1. Ministry of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation
2. Ministry of Rural Development
3. Ministry of Agriculture
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 2 and 3 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 1, 2 and 3
d) 1 and 3 only
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Stemming the tide of agrarian distress

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Q.1) With reference to the MILAN Exercise, consider the following statements:
1. It is a Naval exercise.
2. It is an annual exercise.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 1 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) 2 only
Inspired by: India to host mega naval exercise amid China’s manoeuvring in high seas

Q.2) With reference to the letter of undertaking (LoU), recently seen in news, consider the following statements:
1. It is a Financial instrument.
2. It is a creation of the RBI.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) 1 only
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Can banking recover?

Q.3) With reference to the KUSUM scheme for farmers which of the following statementsis are correct?
1. It aims to encourage the use of barren land for setting up solar power plants.
2. The scheme is introduced exclusively for Indian farmers.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Both 1 and 2
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Grid stability is key

Q.4) Consider the following regarding Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayi Yojana (PMKSY)
1. The major objective of PMKSY is to enhance the adoption of precision-irrigation and other water saving technologies.
2. The scheme will be implemented by Ministry of Rural Development alone.
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.5) The “Every Child Alive” report is recenly published by which of the following organisation?
a) IMF
b) World Bank
c) UNICEF
d) NITI Aayog
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Saving lives 

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Q.1) With reference to the Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahaabhiyan (KUSUM), consider the following statements:
1. Central Government will provide 100% subsidy for the scheme.
2. Under the scheme, farmers can sell surplus electricity to discoms.
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
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Grid stability is key

Q.2) With reference to the proposed Pesticides Management Bill, 2017 which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It seeks to replace the Insecticides Act of 1968.
2. It provides compensation under the provisions of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) Both 1 and 2
b) Neither 1 nor 2
c) 2 only
d) 1 only
Inspired by: Stricter penalties, more power for states in draft pesticide bill

Q.3) Which of the following personalities were associated with the Non-Cooperation Movement of 1920?
1. Subhash Chandra Bose
2. Mahatma Gandhi
3. C.R. Das
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) 1,2 and 3

Q.4) With reference to the National Disaster Response Force, consider the following statements:
1. Its parent department is Ministry of Defence.
2. The President of India is the Chairman of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Both are correct

Q.5) With reference to the Bharatmala project, sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements:
1. The project will subsume the National Highways Development Project.
2. It is a centrally-sponsored project.
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
Inspired by: NHAI plan for taxable bonds to fund Bharatmala scheme worries govt

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Dear student,

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 

Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.

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Q.1) With reference to the SARAS, recently seen in news, consider the following statements:
1. It was recently inducted in the Indian Air Force.
2. It was designed by the National Aerospace Laboratories.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) Both 1 and 2
c) 1 only
d) 2 only
Inspired by: Click2read

Q.2) With reference to the Indian Ocean which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It doesn’t touch the Australian Continent.
2. It is the deepest ocean of the world.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) Both 1 and 2
b) 1 only
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) 2 only
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] The game of chicken in the Arabian Sea

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

Q.4) Which of the following statements regarding the National Savings Certificates is incorrect?
a) They can be used as collaterals while taking loans from banks.
b) There is no limit on the purchase of NSCs.
c) No interest is paid under the NSC scheme.
d) All of the above are correct
Inspired by: Government proposes amendments in small savings schemes

Q.5) With reference to the Clinical Establishments Act, 2010, consider the following statements:
1. It has been enacted by the Central Government to provide for registration and regulation of all clinical establishments in the country.
2. It also applies to Clinical Establishments run by the Armed forcess.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) 2 only
Inspired by: Complaints over medical bills: Centre seeks states’ response

Q,6) In medieval India, the designations ‘Mahattara’ and ‘Pattakila’ were used for
a)military officers
b)village headmen
c)specialists in Vedic rituals
d)chiefs of craft guilds

Q.7) Lichens, which are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, are actually a symbiotic association of
a)algae and bacteria
b)algae and fungi
c)bacteria and fungi
d)fungi and mosses

Q.8) If you travel through the Himalayas, you are likely to see which of the following plants naturally growing there?
1. Oak
2. Rhododendron
3. Sandalwood
Select the correct answer using the code given below
a)1 and 2 only
b)3 only
c)1 and 3 only
d)1, 2 and 3

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Dear student,

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 

Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.

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Q.1) With reference to the Electoral Bond, sometimes seen in news, consider the following statements:
1. These bonds can be purchased by paying cash.
2. These bonds are issued in the nature of promissory note .
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
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] For cleaner, fairer elections

Q.2) The members of the G-7 group is/are from which of the following continent/continents?
1. Asia
2. Africa
3. North America
4. Europe
5. South America
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1, 3 and 4 only
b) 1, 2, 3 and 5
c) 1. 3 and 4 only
d) 4 only
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Canadian bathos: Justin Trudeau’s vote-banks

Q.3) In which of the following sessions of the Congress, its goal changed to attainment of Swaraj through peaceful and legitimate means?
a) Nagpur Session 1920
b) Banaras Session 1905
c) Kanpur Session 1925
d) Ahmedabad Session 1921

Q.4) Consider the following statements regarding Purchasing managers Index(PMI):
1.PMI is created for manufacturing sector only.
2.PMI uses same indexes which are used for calculating Index of industrial production (IIP)
3.It is compiled and published monthly by the Central Statistical Organisation (CSO)
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) None of the above

Q.5) With reference to the Agni-II Missile which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM).
2. It has a three stage engine.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) Both 1 and 2
Inspired by: India test fires medium range nuclear capable Agni-II missile

Q.6) Which of the following are associated with ‘Planning’ in India?
1. The Finance Commission
2. The National Development Council
3. The Union Ministry of Rural Development
4. The Union Ministry of Urban Development
5. The Parliament
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
a) 1, 2 and 5 only
b) 1, 3 and 4 only
c) 2 and 5 only
d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Q.7) Which of the following is / are the function/functions of the Cabinet Secretariat?
1. Preparation of agenda for Cabinet Meetings
2. Secretarial assistance to Cabinet Committees
3. Allocation of financial resources to the Ministries
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 2 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.8) Consider the following statements : A Constitutional Government is one which
1. places effective restrictions on individual liberty in the interest of State Authority
2. places effective restrictions on the Authority of the State in the interest of individual liberty
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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1. Daily newscards have been enriched with back2basics and note2students – Make notes daily

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Dear student,

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 

Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.

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Q.1) With reference to the the National Compensatory Afforestation Fund established under the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act (CAF Act), 2016, consider the following statements:

1. The bill also establishes a State Compensatory Afforestation Fund under the Public Account of each state, along with the National Compensatory Afforestation Fund.

2. The fund will also work for wildlife protection.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) 1 only

c) 2 only

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] The right way to save India’s forests

Q.2) The PJ Nayak committee was related to which of the following sector of the Indian Economy?

a) Coal Sector

b) Power Sector

c) Banking Sector

d) Information Technology Sector

Inspired by: Click2read

Q.3) Which of the following struggles lead by Mahatma Gandhi are correctly matched?

Struggle

1. Champaran Satyagraha             Civil Disobedience

2. Ahmedabad Mill Strike            Hunger Strike

3. Kheda Satyagraha                       Non-Cooperation

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1, 2 and 3

c) 2 and 3 only

d) 1 and 3 only

Q.4) Consider the following statements regarding the  Monetary Policy Committee (MPC):

1. All the Deputy Governors of the RBI are members of the MPC.

2. Finance Minister is the ex-officio Chairman of the MPC.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) Both are correct

b) 2 only

c) Neither 1 nor 2

d) 1 only

Q.5) Consider the following:

1. Infant mortality rate:                                Probability of dying between birth and exactly 1 year of age

2. Neonatal mortality rate:                         Probability of dying during the first 28 days of life

Which of the definitions given above are correctly matched?

a) Neither 1 nor 2

b) 1 only

c) 2 only

d) Both 1 and 2

Inspired by: Despite having maximum newborn deaths, India reduces under-five mortality rate by 66%

Q.6) The national motto of India, ‘Satyameva Jayate’ inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from

a) Katha Upanishad

b) Chandogya Upanishad

c) Aitareya Upanishad

d) Mundaka Upanishad

Q.7) In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in the

a) Preamble to the Constitution

b) Directive Principles of State Policy

c) Fundamental Duties

d) Ninth Schedule

Q.8) What are the benefits of implementing the ‘Integrated Watershed Development Programme’?

1. Prevention of soil runoff

2. Linking the country’s perennial rivers with seasonal rivers

3. Rainwater harvesting and recharge of groundwater table

4. Regeneration of natural vegetation

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2, 3 and 4 only

c) 1, 3 and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

 

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. Daily newscards have been enriched with back2basics and note2students – Make notes daily

2. Liked Tikdams? Join our Flagship TS which helps you perfect this approach – Flagship Prelims for IAS 2018

3. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

4. Click here for Solutions.

Dear student,

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 

Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.

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Q.1) The phenomenon of Northern Lights takes place in which of the following region of Earth’s atmosphere?

a) Troposphere

b) Stratosphere

c) Mesosphere

d) Magnetosphere

Inspired by: Electrons behind colourful auroras observed for the first time

Q.2) With reference to the FAME India scheme, consider the following statements:

1. The scheme was launched as part of the National Mission for Electric Mobility.

2. The scheme has no provision for two-wheelers.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) Neither 1 nor 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) 2 only

Inspired by: Govt drops the idea of an India EV policy

Q.3) Consider the following statements regarding the ‘P5+1’ countries:

1. Germany is a member of the ‘P5+1’.

2. All the five permanent members of  UN Security Council are not members of ‘P5+1’

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both are correct

d) None is correct

Q.4) Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Initial public offering (IPO):’

1. It is the very first sale of stock issued by a company to the public.

2. Prior to an IPO the company is considered private.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Neither 1 nor 2

c) 1 only

d) 2 only

Q.5) The Helsinki Rules of 1966 led to the creation of which of the following convention of the United Nations?

a) Convention against Corruption

b) Convention on the Rights of the Child

c) Convention on the Law of the Sea

d) Convention on the Law of Non-Navigational Uses of International Watercourses

Inspired by: Click2read

Q.6) Turkey is located between

a) Black Sea and Caspian Sea

b) Black Sea and Mediterranean Sea

c) Gulf of Suez and Mediterranean Sea

d) Gulf of Aqaba and Dead Sea

Q.7) What is the correct sequence of occurrence of the following cities in South­East Asia as one proceeds from south to north?

1. Bangkok

2. Hanoi

3. Jakarta

4. Singapore

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a) 4­2­1­3

b) 3­2­4­1

c) 3­4­1­2

d) 4­3­2­1

 

Q.8) The scientific view is that the increase in global temperature should not exceed 2 °C above pre­ industrial level. If the global temperature increases beyond 3 °C above the pre­industrial level, what can be its possible impact/impacts on the world?

1. Terrestrial biosphere tends toward a net carbon source

2. Widespread coral mortality will occur.

3. All the global wetlands will permanently disappear.

4.Cultivation of cereals will not be possible anywhere in the world.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2 only

c) 2, 3 and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

 

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1. Daily newscards have been enriched with back2basics and note2students – Make notes daily

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4. Click here for Solutions.

Dear student,

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 

Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.

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Q.1) Which of the following committees are related to Education Reforms?
1. Kothari commission
2. JS Verma commission
3. Athreya Committee
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 1, 2 and 3
d) 2 and 3 only
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] A deepening crisis

Q.2) Which of the following statements regarding the Prasar Bharti is incorrect?
a) Its chairman is appointed by the President.
b) The Prasar Bharti Act grants autonomy to All India Radio and Doordarshan.
c) It is a statutory autonomous body.
d) None of the above
Inspired by: ‘We are autonomous,’ Prasar Bharati rejects Ministry’s directives’

Q.3) ) A low Debt-to-GDP ratio primarily indicates
a) an economy which is sufficient to pay back debts without incurring further debt
b) an economy which is not sufficient to pay back debts without incurring further debt
c) an economy with low per capita income
d) an economy with high per capita income

Q.4) Which of the following Schedule of the Indian Constitution is related to the North-Eastern States of India?
a) Sixth
b) Seventh
c) Eighth
d) Ninth

Q.5) With reference to the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric scheme, consider the following statements:
1. It is aimed at incentivising all 4 wheelers vehicles only.
2. It is being administered by the Heavy Industries Ministry.
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
Inspired by: Govt drops the idea of an India EV policy

Q.6) Consider the following pairs :
Hills : Region
1. Cardamom Hills : Coromandel Coast
2. Kaimur Hills : Konkan Coast
3. Mahadeo Hills : Central India
4. Mikir Hills : North-East India
Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?
a) 1 and 2
b) 2 and 3
c) 3 and 4
d) 2 and 4

Q.7) Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisions regarding anti­ defection?
a) Second Schedule
b) Fifth Schedule
c) Eighth Schedule
d) Tenth Schedule

Q.8) The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional human life is the establishment of
a) biosphere reserves
b) botanical gardens
c) national parks
d) wildlife sanctuaries

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. Daily newscards have been enriched with back2basics and note2students – Make notes daily

2. Liked Tikdams? Join our Flagship TS which helps you perfect this approach – Flagship Prelims for IAS 2018

3. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

4. Click here for Solutions.

Dear student,

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 

Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.

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Q.1) Which of the following are the official Aichi Biodiversity Targets?
1. Address the underlying causes of biodiversity loss by mainstreaming biodiversity across government and society
2. Enhance the benefits to all from biodiversity and ecosystem services.
3. To improve the status of biodiversity by safeguarding ecosystems, species and genetic diversity.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1, 2 and 3
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 2 only
d) 1 and 3 only
Inspired by: Government weighs doubling of protected areas over next few years

Q.2) With reference to the Fixed-dose combination (FDC) drugs, consider the following statements:
1. FDC drugs are banned in India.
2. Antiretroviral therapy against AIDS uses FDCs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 2 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) 1 only
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Inspired: Expert committee set up to review 344 banned FDC drugs

Q.3) The ‘Pay as you use’ facility was recently launched by the
a) National Commission on Agriculture
b) National Dairy Development Board
c) Indian Fertilizers Limited
d) National Authority of India
Inspired by: [pib]Click2read

Q.4) In national accounts GVA is:
a) exports minus imports
b) revenue expenditure minus revenue earnings
c) output minus intermediate consumption
d) None of the above

Q.5) In the receny financial budget, a merger of some general insurers was proposed. Which of the following are those general insurers?
1. National Insurance Co. Ltd.
2. United India Insurance
3. Oriental Insurance Company Ltd
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Inspired by: ‘PSU insurers’ merger may be completed by March 2019’

Q.6) Consider the following rivers:
1. Barak
2. Lohit
3. Subansiri
Which of the above flows / flow through Arunachal Pradesh?
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.7) Consider the following pairs :
Wetlands Confluence of rivers
1. Harike Wetlands : Confluence of Beas and Satluj/Sutlej
2. Keoladeo Ghana National Park :Confluence of Banas and Chambal
3. Kolleru Lake :Confluence of Musi and Krishna
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.8) Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of Indian Philosophy?
a) Mimamsa and Vedanta
b) Nyaya and Vaisheshika
c) Lokayata and Kapalika
d) Sankhya and Yoga

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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 

Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.

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Q.1) Which of the following statements regarding the different generations of biofuels is incorrect?
a) First-generation biofuels are made from food crops grown on arable land.
b) Fourth-generation biofuels are carbon neutral.
c) Biomass for Second-generation biofules can also include animal materials.
d) None of the above.
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Adapting better to climate change

Q.2) With reference to the ‘ Port of Duqm’, recently seen in news, consider the following statements:
1. It is a port situated in Oman.
2. China has recently secured access to the port for military use.
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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Q.3) With reference to the India State of Forest Report which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is published in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme.
2. It is published on an annual basis.
Select the correct option using the codes given bllow.
a) 2 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) 1 only
Inspired by: India posts marginal increase in forest cover, says report

Q.4) Which of the following mainly prohibits the formation of tropical cyclone near the Equator?
1. Lack of Coriolis force
2. High variation of rainfall
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) Both 1 and 2

Q.5) The Corporate social responsibility (CSR) was brought into effect by the
a) The Finance Act. 2014
b) Securities Laws (Amendment) Act. 1996
c) Corporate Governance Act
d) Companies Act, 2013
Inspired by: CBI can probe FCRA violations over Rs. 5 cr.

Q.6) In India, the problem of soil erosion is associated with which of the following?
1.Terrace cultivation
2. Deforestation
3. Tropical climate
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
a) I and 2 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.7) The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of
a) Equatorial climate
b) Mediterranean climate
c) Monsoon climate
d) All of the above climates

Q.8) With reference to the cultural history of India, the term ‘Panchayatan’ refers to
a) an assembly of village elders
b) a religious sect
c) a style of temple construction
d) an administrative functionary

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