Q.1) Consider the following statements: In marketplace model multiple vendors come together under an IT based platform. In inventory model, inventory of goods and services is owned by e-commerce entity and is sold to the consumers directly. Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Only 1 b) Only 2 c) Both 1 and 2… Continue reading 26th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Why is the tree Terminalia Arjuna sometimes finds mention in the news? a) It is invasive specie b) It is used as cosmetic c) Smuggled for timber d) It has medicinal uses Inspired by: Arjuna Tree Arjuna Tree Q.2) Consider the following statements: The RUCO (Repurpose Used Cooking Oil) initiative aims for collection and… Continue reading 25th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

  Q.1) With reference to the Forest Rights Act (FRA) 2006, which of the given statements is/are correct? Eligibility to get rights under the Act is confined to those who “primarily reside in forests” and who depend on forests and forest land for a livelihood. The claimant must be a member of the Scheduled Tribes… Continue reading 23rd February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Which of the given statements with reference to the Women Livelihood Bond is/are correct? It is launched by SIDBI with the support of World Bank and UN Women. The bond will be issued for a period of 5 years. Select the correct alternative: a) Both 1 and 2 b) Only 1 c) Only 2… Continue reading 22nd February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Which of the following spiritual personality finds mention in the Adi Granth of Sikh Religion? Tulisdas Kabir Ravidas Surdas Select the correct alternative: a) 1 and 4 b) 2 and 3 c) 1, 2 and 3 d) Only 3 Inspired by: [pib] Guru Ravidas [pib] Guru Ravidas   Q.2) Which of the following is… Continue reading 21st February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1)  Which of the given statements is/are correct? The International Solar Alliance (ISA) is a group of 121 solar resource-rich countries with headquarters in Gurugram, India. It was launched in 2015 at India Africa Summit. The agreement was opened for signature during the COP21 at Paris on November 15, 2016. The organisation aims to deploy… Continue reading 20th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

 Q.1) The World Sustainable Development Summit recently held in New Delhi was organized by: a) World Economic Forum b) UN Development Programme c) The Energy and Resources Institute d) World Meteorological Organization Inspired by: The Hindu    Q.2) With reference to the Rainfed Agriculture in India, consider the following statements: The percentage of Rainfed farms… Continue reading 19th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) With respect to the District Cooling in India, consider the following statements: District cooling involves the centralized production and distribution of cooling energy. Andhra Pradesh is set to have India’s biggest district cooling system in Amaravati. India’s first District cooling was set up in India at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT). Which of the… Continue reading 18th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Consider the following statements: The Central Information Commission (CIC) is set up under the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act. It is a quasi judicial body, established in 2005. CIC and members are appointed by the Prime Minister. Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Only 1 b) 1 and 2 c) 2 and… Continue reading 16th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan (PM-SYM): It is a Central Sector Scheme administered by the Ministry of Labour and Employment. EPFO will be the Pension Fund Manager and responsible for Pension pay out. An eligible person for this scheme should not be an income tax payer.… Continue reading 15th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Which of the following is not the feature of the proposed National Policy on Domestic Workers? a) Right to form their own associations/unions b) Domestic Workers to have access to courts, tribunals for grievance redressal c) Establishment of a mechanism for regulation of private placement agencies d) Right to guaranteed employment Inspired by: [pib]… Continue reading 14th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Consider the following statements: A circular economy is an economic system aimed at minimising waste and making the most of resources. In a circular system resource input and waste, emission, and energy leakage are minimized by slowing, closing, and narrowing energy and material loops. Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Only 1… Continue reading 13th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) The Nirbhaya Fund is administered under the: a) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment b) Ministry of WCD c) Ministry of Finance d) Ministry of Home Affairs Inspired by: Diversion of Nirbhaya Fund Diversion of Nirbhaya Fund Q.2) The Indian Council of Historical Research, which conducts research on multifarious topics of historical importance, is… Continue reading 12th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) The Sela Pass recently seen in news is located in the state of: a) Himachal Pradesh b) Sikkim c) Arunachal Pradesh d) Uttarakhand Inspired by: Sela Pass Tunnel Project Sela Pass Tunnel Project Q.2) Consider the following statements: 13th Conference of Parties (COP) of the UN Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS)… Continue reading 11th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) The naval exercise Cutlass Express 2019 recently seen in news is an initiative of: a) USA b) NATO c) UK d) France Inspired by: [pib] Exercise Cutlass Express 2019 [pib] Exercise Cutlass Express 2019 Q.2) With respect to the commercial fishing of the Hilsa Fish in India, consider the following statements: It is a… Continue reading 9th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Recently Delhi state govt has launched the ‘Zero Fatality Corridor’ (ZFC). The ZFC is aimed to reduce fatalities due to: a) Air Pollution b) Zika and other vector borne diseases c) Railway Accidents d) Road Accidents Inspired by: Delhi government launches Zero Fatality Corridor Delhi government launches Zero Fatality Corridor Q.2) Consider the following… Continue reading 8th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Consider the following statements: India is the largest importer of LPG in the world. Only kerosene and LPG are subsidized in India. Under the PM Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) has so far free LPG connections have been provided to over 6.31 crore households. Which of the given statements is/are incorrect? a) Only 1 b) 1… Continue reading 7th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN): Farmers who wish to avail themselves of benefits under PM-KISAN must have Aadhaar identification to get full benefits. The income support will be transferred directly into the bank accounts of beneficiary farmers, in three equal installments of Rs. 2,000 each.… Continue reading 6th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

 Q.1) The Shekatkar Committee recommendations are related to: a) Defence Expenditure b) Banks Recapitalization c) Municipal Bonds d) Electoral Reforms Inspired by: [pib] Shekatkar Committee Recommendations [pib] Shekatkar Committee Recommendations Q.2) Consider the following statements: The ‘angel tax’ is a tax on the excess capital raised by an unlisted company through the issue of shares… Continue reading 5th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions

Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to the Bharat Rang Mahotsav: It is an international theatre festival of India. It is organized by National School of Drama (NSD). It is the largest theatre festival of Asia. Which of the given statements is/are correct? a) Only 1 b) 1 and 2 c) 1 and 3… Continue reading 4th February 2019 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions