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Q.1) Consider the following statements in the context of ‘HIV/AIDS’.
1. OraQuick is HIV self-testing approved by WHO, based on HIV antibodies present in oral and blood samples.
2. The theme for 2016 AIDS day was “Hands up for #HIVprevention”.
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.2) Consider the following statements about ‘Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’ (AIIB)
1. AIIB is an international financial institution that aims to support the building of infrastructure in the Asia-Pacific region.
2. India is an influential member of the AIIB as it has the largest voting share and percentage of shares.
3. AIIB’s headquarters is in Beijing.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 only
d) 1,2 and 3

Q.3) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Climate Vulnerable Forum’ (CVF)
1. CVF is an international partnership of countries highly vulnerable to a warming planet.
2. The Forum serves as a South-South cooperation platform for participating governments to act together to deal with global climate change.
3. India is a member of the Climate Vulnerable Forum.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 only
d) 1,2 and 3

Q.4) Consider the following statements about ‘Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan’ (NYKS)
1. NYSK is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, to oversee working of the Nehru Yuva Kendras.
2. Nehru Yuva Kendras were established in 1972 with the objective of providing rural youth avenues to take part in the process of nation building.
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) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘fixed-dose combination’ (FDC)
1. FDC includes two or more active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) combined in a single dosage form, which is manufactured and distributed in fixed doses
2. Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients(APIs) is the chemically active substance, which is meant to produce the desired effect in the body.
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.6) Which one of the following is the best description of ‘INS astradharini’ that was in the news recently? (CSP-2016)
A. amphibious warfare ship
B. nuclear -powered submarine
C. torpedo launch and recovery vessel
D. nuclear – powered aircraft carrier

Q.7) What is ‘Greased lightning-10 (Gl-10) recently in the news ? (CSP-2016)
A. electric plane tested by NASA
B. solar powered two seater aircraft designed by japan
C. Space observatory launched by china
D. reusable rocket designed by ISRO

Q.8) With reference to ‘initiative for nutritional security through intensive millets promotions’, which of the following statements is/are correct? (CSP-2016)
1. This initiative aims to demonstrate the improved production and post-harvest technologies, and to demonstrate value addition techniques ,in an integrated manner with cluster approach
2. Poor, small, marginal and tribal farmers have larger stake in this scheme
3. An important objective of the scheme is to encourage farmers of commercial crops to shift to millet cultivation by offering them free kits of critical inputs of nutrients and micro irrigation equipment .
Select the correct answer using the above
A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1,2 and 3

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When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Which of the following cultural heritage comes under UNESCO’s intangible list.
1. Mudiyettu, a ritual theatre of Kerala
2. Buddhist chanting of Ladakh
3. Kalbelia folk dances of Rajasthan
Select the correct answer using the code given below (CSP-2016)
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 only
d) 1,2 and 3

Q.2) The ‘Global Enabling Trade Report 2016’ is published by
a) World Economic Forum (WEF)
b) APEC
c) WTO
d) World bank

Q.3) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries’ (OPEC).
1. OPEC is a permanent, intergovernmental organization of United Nations, created at the Baghdad Conference in 1960.
2. The OPEC Secretariat is located in Saudi Arabia.
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.4) Consider the following statements in the context of ‘Express Wi-fi’.
1. Express Wi-fi scheme launched by Google to bring internet access to underserved locations in India.
2. Project Loon was also launched by Google to provide Internet coverage for people in rural and remote areas, help fill in coverage gaps.
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) Consider the following statements about ‘Budapest Water Summit 2016’.
1. It is organised by the Germany Government in cooperation with the World Water Council.
2. The theme of the Water Summit 2016 is “Sustanaible Water Use Connects Globe”.
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.6) What is/are the purpose/purposes of ‘Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR)’announced by RBI
1. These guidelines help improve the transparency in the methodology followed by the banks for determining the interest rates on advances
2. These guidelines helps ensure the availability of bank credit the interest rate which are fare to the borrowers as well as the banks
Select the correct answers using the code given below (CSP-2016)
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q.7) What is/are the unique about the ‘Kharai Camel’ a breed found in India
1. It is capable of swimming up three kilometers in seawater
2. Its survives by grazing on mangroves
3. It lives in the wild and cannot be domesticated
Select the correct answers using the code given below (CSP-2016)
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Q.8) Recently, our scientists have discovered a new and distinct spices of banana plant which attains a height of about 11 meters and has orange – colored form of pulp. In which part of India has been discovered? (CSP-2016)
A. Andaman Islands
B. Anaimalai Forests
C. Maikala Hills
D. Tropical rainforest of North east

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When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Waste to energy processes’.

1. Biomethanation process degrades biological or organic compounds to generate biogas and manure.

2. The Nisargruna technology developed by the Mumbai-based Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), used in biomethanation plants.

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.2) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘World Indology Conference’.

1. The first World Indology Conference hosted by Rashtrapati Bhavan in collaboration with Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) in 2015.

2. The first ‘Distinguished Indologist’ Award was presented to Prof. Amartya Sen in india.

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.3) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘Coral bleaching’.

1. Coral bleaching occurs when abnormal environmental conditions, such as warmer sea temperatures, cause corals to expel tiny photosynthetic algae, draining them of their colour.

2. Algae are vital to the coral, which uses the organic products of photosynthesis to help it grow.

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.4) North-Eastern Space Applications Centre (NE-SAC) of the ISRO located in

a) Imphal

b) Itanagar

c) Kolkata

d) Shillong

 

Q.5) The Joint Military Exercise “SAMPRITI-2016” was held between

a) India and Bangladesh

b) India and Nepal

c) U.S and Seychelles

d) India and Maldives

 

Q.6) Who of the following had first deciphered the edicts of Emperor Ashoka (CSP 2016)

A. George Buhler

B. James Prinsep

C. Max Muller

D. William Jones

 

Q.7) With reference to the ‘Gram Nyayalaya Act’ which of the statements is/are correct?

1.As per the act, Gram Nyayalayas can hear only civil cases not criminal cases

2.The Act allows only social activists as mediators/reconcillators

Select the correct answers using the code given below:    (CSP 2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.8) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘The India – Africa summit’.

1. It was held in 2015 was the third such summit.

2. It was actually initiated by Jawaharlal Nehru in 1951.

Which of the statements is/are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

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When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘Nilgai or Blue bull’.

1. Nilgai is the largest Asian antelope and is endemic to the Indian subcontinent.

2. Nilgai is protected under Schedule III of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

3. The nilgai is categorised as ‘Critically endangered’ by the IUCN.

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 only

 

Q.2) With reference to ‘Radio-frequency identification (RFID) Access Control System’, consider the following statements.

1. RFID tagging is an ID system that uses small radio frequency identification devices for identification and tracking purposes.

2. Paradip Port is the first among all Major Ports to have successfully implemented the RFID Access Control System adding yet another distinction to its string of achievements.

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.3) Recently, Akodara village was in the news. Which of the following statement correctly describes about it?

a) India’s first digital village

b) India’s first Wind power plant located in village

c) Highest solar power electricity generated by village

d) None of the above

 

Q.4) Consider the following statements about ‘World Organisation for Animal Health’ (OIE).

1. The OIE is the intergovernmental organisation located in New York, responsible for improving animal health worldwide.

2. It is recognised as a reference organisation by the World Trade Organization (WTO).

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) Consider the following statements with reference to ‘Bitcoins’.

1. Bitcoin is a digital currency that is not supported by any country’s government or central bank.

2. Bitcoin is also known as crypto-currency, it can be traded for services or goods with sellers who accept bitcoins as payment.

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.6) ‘Project Loon’ sometimes seen in the news is related to (CSP-2016)

A. Waste management technology

B. Wireless communication technology

C. Solar power production technology

D. Water conservation technology

 

Q.7) ‘Net metering’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of promoting the   (CSP-2016)

A. Production and use of solar energy by the households/consumers

B. Use of piped natural gas in the kitchens of households

C. Installation of CNG kits in motor cars

D. Installation of water meters in urban households

 

Q.8) Banjaras during the medieval period of Indian history were (CSP-2016)

A. Agriculture

B. Warriors

C. Weavers

D. Traders

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When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘United Nations Commission on International Trade Law’ (UNCITRAL).

1. UNCITRAL was founded recently, is the core legal body of the United Nations system in the field of international trade law.

2. India is one of the founding members of United Nations Commission on International Trade Law.

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.2) In the context of Traditional and folk art styles, consider the following pairs:

1. Mata ni pachedis : Gujarat

2. Chola bronzes : Tamil Nadu

3. Phad and Pichwai paintings :  Odisha

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

a) 1 and 2

b) 3 only

c) 2 and 3

d) 1 and 3

 

Q.3) Consider the following statements about ‘Family Planning 2020 (FP2020)’

1. FP2020 is a global partnership that supports the rights of women and girls to decide freely, whether, when, and how many children they want to have.

2. FP2020 is an outcome of the 2012 Geneva Summit on Family Planning.

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.4) with reference to ‘Atal Akshay Urja Bhawan’, consider the following statements:

1. Atal Akshay Urja Bhawan is a state-of- the art, Net-Zero-Energy Green Building designed on the concept of Solar Active Architecture.

2. The Atal Akshay Urja Bhawan will be the integrated headquarters building for the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

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) Cuba shares maritime borders with

1. Bahamas

2. Colombia

3. Mexico

4. United States

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

a) 1,3 and 4 only

b) 2,3 only

c) 1, 2, 3 only

d) 3 and 4 only

 

Q.6) ‘Mission Indradhanush’ launched by the government of India pertains to         (CSP-2016)

A. Immunization of children and pregnant women

B. Construction of smart cities across the country

C. India’s own search for the Earth-like planets in outer space

D. New Educational policy

 

Q.7) Which of the following best describes/describe the aim of ‘Green India Mission’ of the Government of India?

1.Incorporating environmental benefits and costs into the Union and State Budgets there by implementing the ‘green accounting’

2.Launching the second green revolution to enhance agricultural output so as to ensure food security to one and all in the future

3.Restoring and enhancing forest cover responding to climate change by a combination of adaptation and mitigation measures

Select the correct answer using the code given below. (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

 

Q.8) With reference to pre-packaged items in India, It is mandatory to the manufacturer to put which of the following information on the main label, as per the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labeling) Regulations, 2011?  (CSP-2016)

1. List of the ingredients including addictives

2. Nutrition information

3. Recommendations, if any, made by the medical profession about the possibility of any allergic reactions

4. Vegetarian/ Non- Vegetarian

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1, 2 and 3

B. 2, 4 and 4

C. 1,2 and 4

D. 1 and 4 only

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Q.1) Consider following statements with respect to ‘flash floods’.

1. A flash flood is a rapid flooding of geomorphic low-lying areas such as rivers, dry lakes and basins.

2. A flash floods are locally known as ‘Kallakadal’ in Andhra Pradesh.

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.2) With reference to ‘The Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013’, Consider ‘Selection committee of Appointment of members’ includes

1. Prime Minister

2. Speaker of Lok Sabha

3. Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha

4. Cabinet Minister nominated by PM

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1, 2 and 3 only

b) 2, 3 and 4 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 2 and 4 only

 

Q.3) With reference to ‘Indian Himalayan Climate Adaptation Programme’ (IHCAP). Consider following statements.

1. IHCAP aims at coordinated research into Himalayas glaciers and their potential impact downstream.

2. The programme supports India’s National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem , a mission of the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC).

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.4) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Light-absorbing organic carbons’.

1. The light absorption capacity of brown carbon is 50 times more than black carbon.

2. Brown carbon has nearly 15 per cent potential to warm the atmosphere by absorbing light.

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) Recently, Centre announced a new committee to form a strategy to expedite the process of transforming India into a cashless economy. This committee is headed by

a) Amitabh Kant

b) Bibek Debroy

c) Arvind Subramanian

d) Arvind Panagariya

 

Q.6) The Term ‘Core Banking Solutions’ is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following statements best describes/ describe this term?

1.It is networking of a bank’s branches which enable customers to operate their accounts from any branch of the bank on its network regardless of where they open their accounts.

2.It is an effort to increase RBI’s control over commercial banks through computerization.

3.It is a detailed procedure by which a bank with huge non-performing assets is taken over by another bank.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

 

Q.7) Consider the following pairs:

Terms sometimes seen in the news – their origin

1. Annex- I Countries- Cartagena Protocol

2. Certified Emissions Reductions- Nagoya Protocol

3. Clean Development Mechanism- Kyoto Protocol

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

 

Q.8)  In the context of the development in Bioinformatics, the term ‘Transcriptome’, sometimes seen in the news , refer to

A. A range of enzymes used in genome editing

B. The full range of mRNA molecules expressed by an organism

C. The description of the mechanism of gene expression

D. A mechanism of genetic mutations taking place in cells

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘Payment Banks’.

1. Payment Banks can issue both credit cards and debit cards.

2. Payment Banks cannot undertake lending activities.

3. Airtel Payments Bank has become the first payments bank to start operations.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

a) 1 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

 

Q.2) ‘Tianlian I-04’, a data satellite was recently launched by

a) China

b) USA

c) India

d) Japan

 

Q.3) Recently, DARIN III aircraft was upgraded from DARIN I Standard Jaguar. It was indigenously developed  by

a) ISRO

b) DRDO

c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)

d) NASA

 

Q.4) Recently, India has launched the implementation of the ‘Sustainable Tourism Criteria for India (STCI)’, consider the following statements in this regard.

1. These guidelines have been evolved under the guidance of the UNEP and UNWTO

2. STCI had been developed for the accommodation, tour operators and beaches, backwaters and lakes sectors of the tourism industry.

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) With reference to ‘Committee to Protect Journalists’ (CPJ), consider the following statements.

1. CPJ is an independent non-profit, governmental organization, based in Washington, D.C.

2. CPJ promotes press freedom and defends the rights of journalists.

3. The American Journalism Review has called the organization “Journalism’s Red Cross”

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  

a) 1 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

 

Q.6) With reference to ‘Stand Up India Scheme’ which of the following statements is/are correct?

1.Its purpose is to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST and women entrepreneurs.

2.It provides for refinance through SIDBI.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.7) The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative?

1.To prove modern technology, training in modern farming methods and financial support to local communities of identified GIAHS so as to greatly enhance their agricultural productivity

2.To identify and safeguard ecofriendly traditional farm practices and their associated landscapes, agricultural biodiversity and knowledge systems of the local communities.

3.To provide Geographical Inclination status to all the varieties of agricultural produce in such identified GIAHS

Select the correct answer using the code given below.   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 and 3 only

B. 2 only

C. 2 and 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

 

Q.8) Which of the following is/are tributary/tributaries of Brahmaputra?

1.Dibang

2.Kameng

3.Lohit

Select the correct answer using the code given below.  (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

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1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

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3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

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Dear students,

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Q.1) Consider the following statements about ‘National Centre for Antarctic and Ocean Research (NCAOR)’

1. NCAOR is an autonomous Indian research and development institution, situated in Goa, and working under Ministry of Earth Sciences.

2. NCAOR is responsible for administering the Indian Antarctic Program and maintains the India’s Antarctic research station, Maitri.

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.2) Consider the following statements in regard with ‘Green bonds’ :

1. Green bond is an environment bond that channels debt capital for projects with environmental benefits.

2. Green bonds are issued by multilateral agencies such as the World Bank, corporations, government agencies and municipalities.

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.3) SEBI had constituted a standing committee ‘Alternative Investment Policy Advisory Committee’ (AIPAC) under chairmanship of

a) N. R. Narayana Murthy

b) T.S.R. Subramanian

c) Vinod Rai

d) Ratan Tata

 

Q.4) Which of the following correctly describes about ‘FAME India Scheme’

a) Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid & Electric Vehicles in India.

b) Faster Adoption of Wind Energy for sustanaible environment

c) To give free LPG connections specially in rural households

d) To give free education and free meal in Naxalites schools

 

Q.5) Recently, Nalanda University gets a new governing board.

Consider following statements in this regard.

1. The new governing board of Nalanda University will be headed by George Yeo.

2. The other members of governing board are representatives from China, Australia, Laos and Thailand.

3. The Ministry of Human Resource Development is the administrative ministry of Nalanda university.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

 

Q.6) Which of the following are the key features of ‘National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA)’?

1.River basin is the unit of planning and management.

2.It spearheads the river conservation efforts at the national level.

3.One of the Chief Ministers of the States through which the Ganga flows becomes the Chairman of NGRBA on rotation basis.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

 

Q.7) Why does the Government of India promote the use of ‘Neem-coated Urea’ in agriculture?  (CSP-2016)

A. Release of Neem oil in the soil increases nitrogen fixation by the soil microorganisms.

B. Neem coating slows down the rate of distribution of urea in the soil

C. Nitrous oxide, which is a greenhouse gas, is not at all released into the atmosphere by crop fields.

D. It is a combination of a weedicide and a fertilizer for particular crops.

 

Q.8) Consider the following statements:

1.The Chief Secretary in a State is appointed by the Government of that State.

2.The Chief Secretary in a State has a fixed tenure.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

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1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for the solutions.

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5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

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Q.1) Data exclusivity was frequently in the news, consider the following statements with regard to this term.

1. Data exclusivity refers to protection of clinical trial data required to be submitted to a regulatory agency to prove safety and efficacy of a new drug.

2. Data exclusivity provides a form of market exclusivity outside that provided by patent rights.

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.2) Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) publication is issued by joint association of

a) Germanwatch and Climate Action Network Europe

b) World Bank and UNESCO

c) G20 and IUCN

d) BRICS and CITES

 

Q.3) Which of the following is/are factors responsible for Delhi’s air pollution?

1. Drops in wind speeds

2. Cooler temperatures

2. Burning of agricultural residue in neighbouring States

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 only

 

Q.4) Recently, Agni-I missile test-fired. Consider the following statements with regard to this test.

1. It is a single stage missile that is powered by solid propellants and can carry a nuclear warhead of 3000 kg.

2. Agni Missiles are designed and developed by the DRDO.

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) Consider the following statements about ‘Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In)’.

1. CERT-In is the security national agency under Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.

2. CERT-In has been designated under Information Technology (Amendment) Act 2008 to serve as the national agency to perform the functions in the area of cyber security.

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.6) With reference to ‘Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)’, consider the following statements:

1.It is an organization of European Union in working relation with NATO and WHO.

2.It monitors chemical industry to prevent new weapons from emerging.

3.It provides assistance and protection to States (Parties) against chemical weapons threats.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?  (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

 

Q.7) With reference to ‘Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana’, consider the following statements:

1.Under this scheme, farmers will have to pay a uniform premium of two percent for any crop they cultivate in any season of the year.

2.This scheme covers post-harvest losses arising out of the cyclones and unseasonal rains.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?   (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 or 2

 

Q.8) In which of the following regions of India are you most likely to come across the ‘Great Indian Hornbill’ in its nature habitat?    (CSP-2016)

A. Sand deserts of northwest India

B. Higher Himalayas of Jammu and Kashmir

C. Salt marshes of western Gujarat.

D. Western Ghats

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this

Dear students,

When you submit your answer, if possible, give some reasoning & more info. along with the ABACAA format. Elaborate on what you know. This is going to help you retain & remember better.

NOTE: Prelims Daily compilation for October 2016 has been released for FREE – Click2Download

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Q.1) Consider the following statements in regard to ‘European Organization for Nuclear Research’ (CERN).

1. CERN is the world’s largest nuclear and particle physics laboratory based in Paris on the French-Swiss border.

2. As an Associate Member of CERN, India will be a part of the huge scientific and technological endeavor.

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.2) With reference to Prithvi-II, consider the following statements.

1. Prithvi-II is a short-range surface-to-surface missile.

2. Prithvi II is the first missile to be developed by DRDO under Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP).

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.3) Which of the following Guided Missile Destroyers are part of ‘Project 15A’.

1. INS Kolkata

2. INS Kochi

3. INS Chennai

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a) 1 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3 only

 

Q.4) Consider the following statements about ‘Decision Review System’ (DRS)

1. DRS is a technology-based system used in the sport of cricket for the sole purpose of reviewing controversial decisions made by the on-field umpires.

2. The system was first tested in an India vs Sri Lanka match in 2008.

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) Which of the following committee appointed for major reforms on safety and restructuring related with Indian railways.

1. Dr. Anil Kakodkar committee on safety

2. Bibek Debroy committee on restructuring

3. R.M.Lodha committee on railway reforms

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 only

 

Q.6)  With reference to the cultural history of medieval India, consider the following statements:

1.Siddhas (sittars) of Tamil region were monotheistic and condemned idolatry.

2.Lingayats of Kannada region questioned the theory of rebirth and rejected the caste hierarchy.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (CSP-2016)

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

 

Q.7) Which of the following best describes the term ‘import cover’, sometimes seen in the news?   (CSP-2016)

A. It is the ratio of value of imports to the Gross Domestic Product of a country.

B. It is the total value of imports of a country in a year.

C. It is the ratio between the value of exports and that of imports between two countries.

D. It is the number of months of imports that could be paid for by a country’s international reserves.

 

Q.8) Consider the following pair:

Community sometimes mentioned in the news – In the affairs of

1.Kurd – Bangladesh

2.Madhesi – Nepal

3.Rohingya – Myanmar

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?  (CSP-2016)

A. 1 and 2

B. 2 only

C. 2 and 3

D. 3 only

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IMPORTANT STUFF: 

1. These questions are mostly derived from our daily newscards. Reading daily news from Civilsdaily’s App (click here) or website + solving these questions will help you reinforce the basics.

2. For a comprehensive preparation of IAS Prelims 2017 – consider joining one of the three Prelims Modules by CD – prelims.civilsdaily.com

3. Solutions will be uploaded at 8 p.m. Click here for solutions.

4. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here

5. How to apply Tikdams? Read this, this and this