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What was it that initially made Great Britain bleed but subsequently helped it to secure a smashing victory in the second world war? Enigma it was. Alan Turing built the “Turing Machine” that helped decrypt the seemingly unbreakable German Code. Then something very astonishing followed. Great Britain exploited the loopholes of the Enigma itself and the Germans lost without having the slightest hint of Enigma being compromised.

For a UPSC Aspirant, isn’t the “unpredictable” paper setting pattern of UPSC a modern-day Enigma? But what if there was a “Turing Machine” that could break into this “Unbreakable” code of UPSC? For your amusement, there is one.

Talking about UPSC Civil Services Prelims, mock test series has become a Categorical Imperative. But which one truly breaks the “UPSC Enigma”? How about one made by Frontline Warriors themselves (Veteran Aspirants) who have successfully cleared prelims five or six times consecutively? Isn’t the collective wisdom of these “Alan Turings” the closest version of a “UPSC Turing Machine”?

Now, let us speak about the test in question. It’s the eighth test of the newly launched Prelims Test Series for 2021 by CivilsDaily. It’s a Basic Economics Test covering dynamic topics like Agriculture, Industries, Infrastructure, International Trade and related International Bodies.. Let’s see how it is the first step towards breaking the “UPSC Enigma”:

1. CD Special Questions:

These questions are special due to their;

• Mind-Twisting Nature (Deceptive questions that fool you exactly as UPSC does in the real exam)
• Exclusiveness (These Perspectives / Themes are only available in CD tests). 

Have a look –

Q. Consider the following regarding Logistic Performance Index (LPI):

1. It is released by Word bank bi-annually.

2. LPI ranking of India has increased over the last few years.

3. The logistic sector has been given infrastructure status.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 1 and 3 only

c. 2 and 3 only

d. All of them

Try guessing the right answer to this seemingly simple yet tricky question.

2. Tikdams:

These are Logical Solving Techniques that help you attempt questions despite having little or no idea about the question. It’s almost like getting a master key to the prelims paper. Have a look –

Q. With reference to the Zero based budgeting, consider the following statements:

1. It is a method of budgeting in which all expenses must be justified for each new period.

2. It is a faster process than traditional cost-based budgeting.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Noth of them

d. Neither of them

The test explains this basic question by using a Technique we call “Extreme Exaggeration” (assuming you don’t know the correct answer).

3. Evidence-Based Question Framing:

To keep close to the real demand of the exam. Have a look –

Q. With reference to the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP), consider the following statements:

1. It is aimed at generating self-employment opportunities in the farm sector.

2. Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) is the nodal agency at the national level.

3. It is being implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

Now, UPSC has asked multiple questions on the basic economic functioning and schemes of the economy. You can’t afford to err on a probable question that may be asked on similar lines.

4. Is the test really BASIC?

Framing random questions irrespective of the difficulty level of the tests is like serving the same wine in different bottles. Have a look –

Q. Which of the following are included under Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)

1. Hedge Fund

2. Angel Fund

3. Debt Fund

4. Mutual Fund

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a. 1, 2 and 3 only

b. 2, 3 and 4 only

c. 1, 3 and 4 only

d. 1, 2 and 4 only

The motive to incorporate such questions in the basic test is to garner a general idea of the topics before you as an aspirant are mentally ready to face the advanced tests.

5. Conceptual vs Factual Categorisation:

It lets you realise your comparative strength in different types of questions. Have a look –

Q. “Partial Credit Enhancement”, sometimes mentioned in the news, refers to:

a. Increasing the Credit uptake from Banks for Infrastructure companies.

b. Enhancing the credit rating of the bonds and enabling the issuer to access funds on better terms.

c. Restructuring the non-performing assets accounts to make them financially viable.

d. None of the above

This is a basic Conceptual question. If you get this wrong, you need to rework the concepts of Monetary Dynamics and Bond Market which are an important aspects of Economy Syllabus.

So come be a part of our “UPSC Enigma” Breaking Endeavour. Like Great Britain, we shall emerge VICTORIOUS.

Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS 2021

Click here to enroll for the Prime Prelims TS 2021

What was it that initially made Great Britain bleed but subsequently helped it to secure a smashing victory in the second world war? Enigma it was. Alan Turing built the “Turing Machine” that helped decrypt the seemingly unbreakable German Code. Then something very astonishing followed. Great Britain exploited the loopholes of the Enigma itself and the Germans lost without having the slightest hint of Enigma being compromised.

For a UPSC Aspirant, isn’t the “unpredictable” paper setting pattern of UPSC a modern-day Enigma? But what if there was a “Turing Machine” that could break into this “Unbreakable” code of UPSC? For your amusement, there is one.

Talking about UPSC Civil Services Prelims, mock test series has become a Categorical Imperative. But which one truly breaks the “UPSC Enigma”? How about one made by Frontline Warriors themselves (Veteran Aspirants) who have successfully cleared prelims five or six times consecutively? Isn’t the collective wisdom of these “Alan Turings” the closest version of a “UPSC Turing Machine”?

Now, let us speak about the test in question. It’s the sixth test of the newly launched Prelims Test Series for 2021 by CivilsDaily. It’s a Basic Economics Test. Let’s see how it is the first step towards breaking the “UPSC Enigma”:

1. CD Special Questions:

These questions are special due to their;

• Mind-Twisting Nature (Deceptive questions that fool you exactly as UPSC does in the real exam)
• Exclusiveness (These Perspectives / Themes are only available in CD tests). 

Have a look –

Q1)With reference to Tax Buoyancy, consider the following statements:

1.It is a measure of the responsiveness of the tax receipts with respect to GDP.

2.A tax is said to be buoyant if the tax revenues decreases more than proportionately in response to a rise in national income or output.

3.Tax Buoyancy is also known as bracket creep.

Which of the statements mentioned above is/are correct?

• 1 only

• 2 and 3 only

• 1 and 3 only

• 1, 2 and 3

Try guessing the right answer to this seemingly simple yet tricky question.

2. Tikdams:

These are Logical Solving Techniques that help you attempt questions despite having little or no idea about the question. It’s almost like getting a master key to the prelims paper. Have a look –

Q2) With reference to Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT), consider the following statements:

1. It was effectively introduced in India by the Finance Act of 1987

2. It’s aim is to bring Zero Tax Companies into tax realm.

3. It only applies to private companies and not to public companies.

Which of the statements mentioned above is/are correct?

• 1 and 2 only

• 2 and 3 only

• 1 and 3 only

• 1, 2 and 3

The test explains this basic question by using a Technique we call “Extreme Exaggeration” (assuming you don’t know the correct answer).

3. Evidence-Based Question Framing:

To keep close to the real demand of the exam. Have a look –

3)With reference to WTO, consider the following statements regarding Trade Related Intellectual Property Rights(TRIPS):

1.TRIPS was concluded during Uruguay Round.of WTO negotiations.

2. Prior to the TRIPS, IPR concerning the trade were governed by the Paris Convention of 1863.

Which of the statements mentioned above is/are correct?

• 1 only

• 2 only

• Both 1 and 2

• Neither 1 nor 2

4) Consider the following statements regarding the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Gross Value Added (GVA):

1.GDP represents the sum total of Gross Value added in all sectors without adjusting for taxes and subsidies by the government.

2. While the GDP is estimated by the Central Statistical Office (CSO), GVA is estimated by the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI).

3. GVA data helps in tracking the growth of a particular sector in the economy.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• 1 and 2 only

• 1 only

• 3 only

• 1 and 3 only

Now, UPSC has asked multiple questions on the basic economic functioning of the economy. You can’t afford to err on a probable question that may be asked on similar lines.

4. Is the test really BASIC?

Framing random questions irrespective of the difficulty level of the tests is like serving the same wine in different bottles. Have a look –

4) Which of the following can be considered as an intermediate goods?

1. Sugar used for making sweets in sweets shop.

2. Refrigerator and milk used by ice cream shop owner.

3. Steel used in production of cars.

Select the correct statements using the code given below:

• 1 only

• 2 and 3 only

• 1 and 3 only

• 1, 2 and 3

The motive to incorporate such questions in the basic test is to garner a general idea of the topics before you as an aspirant are mentally ready to face the advanced tests.

5. Conceptual vs Factual Categorisation:

It lets you realise your comparative strength in different types of questions. Have a look –

Q3. Which of the following statements is NOT correct with reference to Floating Exchange Rate?

• The exchange rate is determined by the forces of demand and supply.

• The government never intervenes and allows the market to function and determine the true value of exchange rate.

• The exchange rate reflects the true value of the domestic currency

• The foreign investors avoid investing in such countries

This is a basic Conceptual question. If you get this wrong, you need to rework the concepts of Monetary Dynamics which is an important aspect of Economy Syllabus.

So come be a part of our “UPSC Enigma” Breaking Endeavour. Like Great Britain, we shall emerge VICTORIOUS.

Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS 2021

Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS

The importance of Current Affairs in CSE examinations is immense. This is the most critical part of CSE Prelims as well as CSE Mains Exam. Aspirants should study in-depth to understand the significance of current affairs for UPSC. In fact, around 1/3rd questions in CSE exams are drafted around current affairs.

Sometimes, UPSC usually does not ask direct and static questions from current affairs in Prelims Examination. Questions are focused on combining current affairs with conventional knowledge. One interesting reason behind this type of strategy is to check the ability of correlation a candidate has.

Success in UPSC Prelims and UPSC Mains Exam is mainly subjected to how well an aspirant is aware of the important current affairs. Preparation of current affairs for UPSC is the key to unlock the exam. It requires practice and revision in a well-connected manner. Team Civilsdaily helps you conquer this frontier with its Prime Test Series.

There are certain ways for current affairs preparation in order to become the master of this field. Here are some of the important tips described for reference.

• Read the newspaper – This is the most effective and traditional way to prepare current affairs for UPSC Civil Services Examinations. Aspirants need to be updated with the trending topics happening across the globe. Reading a newspaper on a daily basis fills your mind with facts and viewpoints and this will improve your skills to write essay papers in exams. But if you are a working aspirant or staying in a place where availability of the hard copy of reading resources is not available, then also do not worry. You should refer to CIVILSDAILY WEBSITE for daily current affairs which are curated keeping active learning, resourceful preparation and the demand of UPSC Civil Services Preparation, in mind.
• Check Time Allocation: You must read only the relevant news articles thoroughly. However, while doing so, make sure you are not spending more than an hour reading newspapers. You should finish reading daily current affairs within 90 minutes. Freshers may take a bit longer in the beginning. However, make sure you limit the time to one and a half hour per day during the weekdays. During the weekend, make sure you revise your notes at least once! And then, at the end of the month, go through the monthly compilation of Civilsdaily for a quick revision.

• Organize your preparation – From the first day of current affairs preparation, start making short notes and divide the notes topic-wise in small modules. One can prepare either handwritten notes or opt for the digital format. These notes will help you to channelize your study on different topics. The curation of daily news at CIVILSDAILY is done keeping these sub-topics in mind and we have more than 200 stories to link the current affairs with demands of UPSC. You can check one example here.
• Join Prime Test Series – The best part with current affairs questions asked in UPSC exams is that they can be solved without wasting time. One can score maximum marks in less time in this section of the exam. Current affairs preparation for UPSC Civil Services Examination keeps the aspirant updated and helps in having a balanced view about different issues.

Our Prime Prelims Test Series which shall enrich you to acquaint yourself with the pattern of CSE-2021, assess your abilities, rectify your mistakes and make you confident to appear on the examination day.

Our Prime Prelims Test Series follows the same approach as that adopted by UPSC. Our team of experts is quite enriched with the UPSC pattern and focal point of the questions and hence creates more chances for the aspirants to crack civil service examination by appearing our Test Series.

This is the time where many of you must have started UPSC CSP preparation with all the josh. Thus, what better exercise would you need than the Current Affair Mock Test. This is the 1st among the many current affairs Tests covering the whole month and we have curated it as per the trend of previous 5 years of UPSC CSP.  You see, since 2015, this has been the general weightage of various subjects in UPSC CSP:

Subjects	Question Distribution in the year 2019	Question Distribution in the year 2018	Question Distribution in the year 2017	Question Distribution in the year 2016	Question Distribution in the year 2015
Current Affair (Including IR)	22	28	34	27	29
Economics	14	16	8	8	13
History, Modern India, Indian National Movements, Art and Culture	17	15	14	15	14
Geography	14	8	7	7	14
Polity	15	13	22	7	13
Science & Technology	7	7	4	8	7
Environment	11	13	11	18	10

Hence, almost 33% of the questions in Civil Services Prelims were related to Current Affairs section.

The key philosophy of our prelims TS is Evidence-based question making: The 3600 questions you face in our mocks have their relevance established in UPSC’s trend analysis. We focus on themes that are important as per UPSC so that we maximize your chances of questions overlap with the actual UPSC Prelims.

Noone but only you can assess how it will help you in being the top percentile of aspirants. You have to practice ruthlessly and civils Daily provides you with a platform to hone your skills.

Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS

Click here to enroll for the Prime Prelims TS 2021

What was it that initially made Great Britain bleed but subsequently helped it to secure a smashing victory in the second world war? Enigma it was. Alan Turing built the “Turing Machine” that helped decrypt the seemingly unbreakable German Code. Then something very astonishing followed. Great Britain exploited the loopholes of the Enigma itself and the Germans lost without having the slightest hint of Enigma being compromised.

For a UPSC Aspirant, isn’t the “unpredictable” paper setting pattern of UPSC a modern-day Enigma? But what if there was a “Turing Machine” that could break into this “Unbreakable” code of UPSC? For your amusement, there is one.

Talking about UPSC Civil Services Prelims, mock test series has become a Categorical Imperative. But which one truly breaks the “UPSC Enigma”? How about one made by Frontline Warriors themselves (Veteran Aspirants) who have successfully cleared prelims five or six times consecutively? Isn’t the collective wisdom of these “Alan Turings” the closest version of a “UPSC Turing Machine”?

Now, let us speak about the test in question. It’s the third test of the newly launched Prelims Test Series for 2021 by CivilsDaily. It’s a Basic History Test. Let’s see how it is the first step towards breaking the “UPSC Enigma”:

1. CD Special Questions:

These questions are special due to their;

• Mind-Twisting Nature (Deceptive questions that fool you exactly as UPSC does in the real exam)
• Exclusiveness (These Perspectives / Themes are only available in CD tests). 

Have a look –

Q.1) Which among the following acts gave the power to the Governor-General to override his Council?

• Pitts India Act 1784
• Amending Act of 1786
• Charter Act of 1793
• Charter Act of 1813

Try guessing the right answer to this seemingly simple yet tricky question.

2. Tikdams:

These are Logical Solving Techniques that help you attempt questions despite having little or no idea about the question. It’s almost like getting a master key to the prelims paper. Have a look –

Q.2) With reference to Subsidiary Alliance consider the following statements:

1. Subsidiary Alliance System was a Treaty between the company and the Indian native rulers

2. The subsidiary alliance system was originally the idea of Lord Wellesley.

3. Under this system, the Indian ruler would accept British Forces in his territory and also pay their cost of maintenance.

Which of the statements mentioned above is/are correct?

a. 2 Only

b. 2 and 3 Only

c. 1 and 3 Only

d. All of them

The test explains this basic question by using a Technique we call “Master Shifu” (assuming you don’t know the correct answer).

3. Evidence-Based Question Framing:

To keep close to the real demand of the exam. Have a look –

Q.3) Consider the following statements about Charter acts:

1. Charter Act of 1853 was the last charter act passed for the East India Company.

2. The Charter act of 1833 provided that Haileybury College of London should make quota to admit the future civil servants

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both of them

d. Neither of them

Now, UPSC has asked multiple questions on the nature of various Charters issued by the British Government. You can’t afford to err on a probable question that may be asked on similar lines.

4. Is the test really BASIC?

Framing random questions irrespective of the difficulty level of the tests is like serving the same wine in different bottles. Have a look –

Q.4) Which among the following is the best description of the term “Dikus”?

a. Tax collectors in zamindari areas

b. Law Enforcement officers appointed by the British in Sindh.

c. A term used to refer to outsiders by Tribal people such as the British people and Moneylenders etc.

d. A dance form emerged in Awadh area in the late 18th century.

The motive to incorporate such questions in the basic test is to garner a general idea of the topics before you as an aspirant are mentally ready to face the advanced tests.

5. Conceptual vs Factual Categorisation:

It lets you realize your comparative strength in different types of questions. Have a look –

Q.5) Consider the following statements about the Indian Trade Union Movement:

1. Sasipada Banerjee founded the first labour organization ‘Working Men’s Club’ in 1870

2. N.M. Lokhanday could be regarded as the first leader of the Indian workers

3. Under the Indian Trade Union Act, 1926, Legal status was given to trade unions and rights of the registered union were recognized.

Which of the statements mentioned above is/are correct?

a. 2 Only

b. 2 and 3 Only

c. 1 and 3 Only

d. All of them

this is a basic Conceptual question. If you get this wrong, you need to rework the concepts of Working Class Movement which is an important aspect of History Syllabus.

Now, look at this question –

Q.6) Consider the following statements about Prarthana samaj:

1. It was founded by M.G Ranade.

2. It focussed only on social reforms. 

Which of the statements mentioned above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Now, this is a plain factual question. If you get this wrong, you need to memorize Social Reform Movements and its leaders even more meticulously.

So come be a part of our “UPSC Enigma” Breaking Endeavour. Like Great Britain, we shall emerge VICTORIOUS.

Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS 2021

Click here to enroll for the Prime Prelims TS 2021

What was it that initially made Great Britain bleed but subsequently helped it to secure a smashing victory in the second world war? Enigma it was. Alan Turing built the “Turing Machine” that helped decrypt the seemingly unbreakable German Code. Then something very astonishing followed. Great Britain exploited the loopholes of the Enigma itself and the Germans lost without having the slightest hint of Enigma being compromised.

For a UPSC Aspirant, isn’t the “unpredictable” paper setting pattern of UPSC a modern-day Enigma? But what if there was a “Turing Machine” that could break into this “Unbreakable” code of UPSC? For your amusement, there is one.

Talking about UPSC Civil Services Prelims, mock test series has become a Categorical Imperative. But which one truly breaks the “UPSC Enigma”? How about one made by Frontline Warriors themselves (Veteran Aspirants) who have successfully cleared prelims five or six times consecutively? Isn’t the collective wisdom of these “Alan Turings” the closest version of a “UPSC Turing Machine”?

Now, Let me speak about the test in question. It’s the first test of the newly launched Prelims Test Series for 2021 by CivilsDaily. It’s a Basic Polity Test. Let’s see how it is the first step towards breaking the “UPSC Enigma”:

1. CD Special Questions:

These questions are special due to their;

• Mind-Twisting Nature (Deceptive questions that fool you exactly as UPSC does in the real exam)
• Exclusiveness (These Perspectives / Themes are only available in CD tests). 

Have a look –

Q.1) Consider the following statements with reference to Political parties:

1. The Constitution of India explicitly recognizes political parties as power-wielding institutions.
2. The Constitution of India provides criteria to determine National Party Status.

Which of the statements mentioned above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Try guessing the right answer to this seemingly simple question.

2. Tikdams:

These are Logical Solving Techniques that help you attempt questions despite having little or no idea about the question. It’s almost like getting a master key to the prelims paper. Have a look –

Q.2) Consider the following statements regarding a joint sitting of Parliament:

1. The provision of joint sitting is not applicable to a Constitutional Amendment Bill.
2. In the absence of the Speaker of Lok Sabha, the Chairman of Rajya Sabha presides over the Joint Sitting.

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

The test explains this basic question by using a Technique we call “Master Shifu” (assuming you don’t know the correct answer).

3. Evidence-Based Question Framing:

To keep close to the real demand of the exam. Have a look –

Q.3) Which of the following is/are not the Directive Principles of State Policy based on Socialist principles?

1. Free legal aid to the poor.
2. Participation of workers in the management of industries.
3. Protection and improvement of the environment.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 only

c. 2 and 3 only

d. 3 only

Now, UPSC has asked multiple questions on the orientation of DPSPs. You can’t afford to err on a probable question that may be asked on similar lines.

4. Is the test really BASIC?

Framing random questions irrespective of the difficulty level of the tests is like serving the same wine in different bottles. Have a look –

Q.4) Consider the following articles of the Indian Constitution:

1. Article 16
2. Article 29
3. Article 14

Which of the above articles reveal the Secular character of the Indian state?

a. 1 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. 1, 2 and 3

The motive to incorporate such questions in the basic test is to garner a general idea of the topics before you as an aspirant are mentally ready to face the advanced tests.

5. Conceptual vs Factual Categorisation:

It lets you realize your comparative strength in different types of questions. Have a look –

Q.5) Consider the following statements with reference to Directive Principles of State Policy:

1. The basic aim of DPSPs is to set up political democracy.
2. They put positive obligations on the state.

Which of the statements mentioned above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Now, this is a basic Conceptual question. If you get this wrong, you need to rework the concepts of DPSPs.

Now, look at this question –

Q.6) Which of the following statements with reference to the Emergency Powers of the President is/are correct?

1. He can declare National Emergency even before the onset of war.
2. He must be communicated in writing for declaration of National Emergency by the Union Cabinet.
3. He can suspend Fundamental Rights during the National Emergency.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

a. 1 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. 1, 2 and 3

This is a plain factual question. If you get this wrong, you need to memorize Emergency Provisions even more meticulously.

So come be a part of our “UPSC Enigma” Breaking Endeavour. Like Great Britain, we shall emerge VICTORIOUS.

Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS 2021

Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS

Dear students,

31st May 2020 is the D-day for all civil service aspirants.

“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.”

This quote by Abraham Lincoln sums up how one should prepare for that day. So before entering the battlefield alone should have enough practice. Our Prime Prelims Test series which shall enrich you to acquaint yourself with the pattern of CSE-2020, assess your abilities, rectify your mistakes and make you confident to appear on the examination day.

Our Prime Prelims Test Series follows the same approach as that adopted by UPSC. Our team of experts is quite enriched with the UPSC pattern and focal point of the questions and hence creates more chances for the aspirants to crack civil service examination by appearing our Test Series.

This is the time where you must have done most of your revision and are ready to face the UPSC CSP with all the josh. Thus, what better exercise would you need than the full syllabus Mock Test. This is the 1st among the four Full-Length Tests covering the whole syllabus and we have curated it as per the trend of previous 5 years of UPSC CSP.  You see, since 2015, this has been the general weightage of various subjects in UPSC CSP:

 

Subjects	Question Distribution in the year 2019	Question Distribution in the year 2018	Question Distribution in the year 2017	Question Distribution in the year 2016	Question Distribution in the year 2015
Economy	14	16	8	8	13
Current Affair (including IR)	22	28	34	27	29
History, Modern India, Indian National Movements, Art and Culture	17	15	14	15	14
Geography	14	8	7	7	14
Polity	15	13	22	7	13
Science & Technology	7	7	4	8	7
Environment	11	13	11	18	10

This is reflected in our mock test as well.

History, Art & Culture: 15

Polity and Governance: 15

Economics: 15

Geography: 15

Environment: 15

Science and Tech: 10

International Organizations, Maps and Current Affairs: 15

The key philosophy of our prelims TS is Evidence-based question making: The 3600 questions you face in our mocks have their relevance established in UPSC’s trend analysis. We focus on themes that are important as per UPSC so that we maximize your chances of questions overlap with the actual UPSC Prelims.

Nothing speaks more than the facts itself rather than a mere jargon. Here is a list of 5 sample questions from the upcoming test which will help you in identifying the standards and approach we follow. (you can skip this if you want to attempt these directly in the test). 

Noone but only you can assess how it will help you in being the top percentile of aspirants. You have to practice ruthlessly and civils Daily provides you with a platform to hone your skills.

Q1. With reference to the impacts of forest fires, which of the following statements are correct?

1. Glacier melting due to black carbon and global temperature rise.

2. Increased rainwater runoff.

3. Increased infiltration of water.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

 

Q2. With reference to the Anti-microbial resistance, consider the following statements:

1. Antimicrobial resistance, which is also referred to as drug resistance, results in the formation of Superbugs.

2. It happens when microorganisms change when they are exposed to antimicrobial drugs used to treat the infections they cause.

Which of these statements given above are correct?

a. 1 Only

b. 2 Only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither of them

 

Q3. The practice of ‘Muraqaba’ in Sufism is synonymous to:

a. Meditation in Hinduism

b. Pilgrimage in Hinduism

c. Chanting of holy texts in Christianity

d. Baptism in Christianity

 

Q4. Consider the following statements:

1. Fa-Hien was the first Chinese pilgrim to visit India.

2. Hiuen-Tsang left an account on Indian society during the reign of Harshavardhana.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither of them

 

Q5. With reference to Dryland Farming, consider the following statements.

1. The main crops grown in the land areas are Rice and Wheat.

2. Both Intercropping and double cropping is practised in dryland farming.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 Only

b. 2 Only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither of them

Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS

Dear students,

31st May 2020 is the D-day for all civil service aspirants.

“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.”

This quote by Abraham Lincoln sums up how one should prepare for that day. So before entering the battlefield alone should have enough practice. Our Prime Prelims Test series which shall enrich you to acquaint yourself with the pattern of CSE-2020, assess your abilities, rectify your mistakes and make you confident to appear on the examination day.

Our Prime Prelims Test Series follows the same approach as that adopted by UPSC. Our team of experts is quite enriched with the UPSC pattern and focal point of the questions and hence creates more chances for the aspirants to crack civil service examination by appearing our Test Series.

This is the time where you must have done most of your revision and are ready to face the UPSC CSP with all the josh. Thus, what better exercise would you need than the full syllabus Mock Test. This is the 1st among the four Full-Length Tests covering the whole syllabus and we have curated it as per the trend of previous 5 years of UPSC CSP.  You see, since 2015, this has been the general weightage of various subjects in UPSC CSP:

 

Subjects	Question Distribution in the year 2019	Question Distribution in the year 2018	Question Distribution in the year 2017	Question Distribution in the year 2016	Question Distribution in the year 2015
Economy	14	16	8	8	13
Current Affair (including IR)	22	28	34	27	29
History, Modern India, Indian National Movements, Art and Culture	17	15	14	15	14
Geography	14	8	7	7	14
Polity	15	13	22	7	13
Science & Technology	7	7	4	8	7
Environment	11	13	11	18	10

This is reflected in our mock test as well.

History, Art & Culture: 16

Polity and Governance: 15

Economics: 12

Geography: 15

Environment: 14

Science and Tech: 10

International Organizations, Maps and Current Affairs: 18

The key philosophy of our prelims TS is Evidence-based question making: The 3600 questions you face in our mocks have their relevance established in UPSC’s trend analysis. We focus on themes that are important as per UPSC so that we maximize your chances of questions overlap with the actual UPSC Prelims.

Nothing speaks more than the facts itself rather than a mere jargon. Here is a list of 5 sample questions from the upcoming test which will help you in identifying the standards and approach we follow. (you can skip this if you want to attempt these directly in the test). 

Noone but only you can assess how it will help you in being the top percentile of aspirants. You have to practice ruthlessly and civils Daily provides you with a platform to hone your skills.

Q1. With regard to the Charter Act of 1833, consider the following statements:

1. After the Charter Act of 1833, the East India Company ceased to be a commercial agency in India.

2. The Charter Act of 1833 debarred those Indians from entering the public services who had not been educated in England.

Chose the correct statements from the codes given below:

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both of them

d. Neither of them

 

Q2. Which of the following rivers does have their origin in the Aravallis?

1. Banas

2. Sakhi

3. Mahi

4. Luni

Which of the following statements are correct?

a. 1, 2 and 3 only

b. 1, 2 and 4 only

c. 3 and 4 only

d. 1 and 3 only

 

Q3. Consider the following statements about Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

1. It is an Earth-centered orbit with an altitude of 2,000 km or less.

2. The International Space Station conducts operations in LEO.

3. A major disadvantage of low Earth orbit is that it requires a high amount of energy for satellite placement.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

 

Q4. Which of the following provisions are enshrined the constitution of India for protection of the rights of linguistic minorities?

1. A person can submit a representation for redressal of grievances to any authority of the state in any language used in the state.

2. Any citizen having a distinct language or script has the right to conserve it.

3. Instruction in the mother tongue at the primary stage of education.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

 

Q5. With reference to Statutory Grants under Article 275 of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:

1. It empowers the Parliament to make grants to each and every state of India.

2. It is given to states on the recommendation of Finance Commission.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither of them

Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS

Dear students,

31st May 2020 is the D-day for all civil service aspirants.

“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.”

This quote by Abraham Lincoln sums up how one should prepare for that day. So before entering the battlefield alone should have enough practice. Our Prime Prelims Test series which shall enrich you to acquaint yourself with the pattern of CSE-2020, assess your abilities, rectify your mistakes and make you confident to appear on the examination day.

Our Prime Prelims Test Series follows the same approach as that adopted by UPSC. Our team of experts is quite enriched with the UPSC pattern and focal point of the questions and hence creates more chances for the aspirants to crack civil service examination by appearing our Test Series.

This is the time where you must have done most of your revision and are ready to face the UPSC CSP with all the josh. Thus, what better exercise would you need than the full syllabus Mock Test. This is the 1st among the four Full-Length Tests covering the whole syllabus and we have curated it as per the trend of previous 5 years of UPSC CSP.  You see, since 2015, this has been the general weightage of various subjects in UPSC CSP:

 

Subjects	Question Distribution in the year 2019	Question Distribution in the year 2018	Question Distribution in the year 2017	Question Distribution in the year 2016	Question Distribution in the year 2015
Economy	14	16	8	8	13
Current Affair (including IR)	22	28	34	27	29
History, Modern India, Indian National Movements, Art and Culture	17	15	14	15	14
Geography	14	8	7	7	14
Polity	15	13	22	7	13
Science & Technology	7	7	4	8	7
Environment	11	13	11	18	10

This is reflected in our mock test as well. (Current affairs has been amalgamated in the various subject list)

History, Art & Culture: 20

Polity and Governance: 19

Economics: 16

Geography: 18

Environment: 17

Science and Tech: 10

The key philosophy of our prelims TS is Evidence-based question making: The 3600 questions you face in our mocks have their relevance established in UPSC’s trend analysis. We focus on themes that are important as per UPSC so that we maximize your chances of questions overlap with the actual UPSC Prelims.

Nothing speaks more than the facts itself rather than a mere jargon. Here is a list of 5 sample questions from the upcoming test which will help you in identifying the standards and approach we follow. (you can skip this if you want to attempt these directly in the test). 

Noone but only you can assess how it will help you in being the top percentile of aspirants. You have to practice ruthlessly and civils Daily provides you with a platform to hone your skills.

Q1. In India, which of the following review the independent regulators in sectors like telecommunications, insurance, electricity, etc.?

1. Ad Hoc Committees set up by the Parliament

2. Parliamentary Department Related Standing Committees

3. Finance Commission

4. Financial Sector Legislative Reforms Commission

5. NITI Aayog

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 1,3 and 5 only

c. 2, 4 and 5 only

d. 3, 4 and 5 only

 

Q2. Consider the following factors:

1. Differences in Density

2. The Earth’s Rotation

3. The Planetary Winds

The origin and the nature of ocean currents depend on which of the above?

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

 

Q3. Which of the following statements are correct regarding the Phylum Porifera?

1. Members of this phylum are commonly known as sponges.

2. They are generally marine and symmetrical in nature.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both of them

d. Neither of them

 

Q4. Consider the following statements regarding the Minars built during medieval India:

1. The primary use of Minars was for Azaan, but its great height symbolised the might and power of the ruler.

2. The Chand Minar was built at Delhi and is one of the most striking Minars of the medieval times.

Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both of them

d. Neither of them

 

Q5. Consider the following statements:

1. W.C. Bonnerjea was the first Indian to become a member of the British Parliament.

2. Satyendra Prasad Sinha was the first Indian to become a member of Viceroy’s Council.

3. G.V. Mavalankar was the first Speaker of the Central Legislative Assembly.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS

Dear students,

31st May 2020 is the D-day for all civil service aspirants.

“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.”

This quote by Abraham Lincoln sums up how one should prepare for that day. So before entering the battlefield alone should have enough practice. Our Prime Prelims Test series which shall enrich you to acquaint yourself with the pattern of CSE-2020, assess your abilities, rectify your mistakes and make you confident to appear on the examination day.

Our Prime Prelims Test Series follows the same approach as that adopted by UPSC. Our team of experts is quite enriched with the UPSC pattern and focal point of the questions and hence creates more chances for the aspirants to crack civil service examination by appearing our Test Series.

Every year various ministries of the Government of India launches and reviews various schemes for the welfare of the society. UPSC Civil Services candidate is expected to know about all such schemes which are being launched and implemented by the Government. Hence, UPSC includes many questions from the Government schemes and yojanas in the Prelims exam. This second part of the scheme test focuses on this aspect and helps you in building a strong base which will help you cover a good ground in the revision.

The key philosophy of our prelims TS is Evidence-based question making: The 3600 questions you face in our mocks have their relevance established in UPSC’s trend analysis. We focus on themes that are important as per UPSC so that we maximize your chances of questions overlap with the actual UPSC Prelims.

Nothing speaks more than the facts itself rather than a mere jargon. Here is a list of 5 sample questions from the upcoming test which will help you in identifying the standards and approach we follow. (you can skip this if you want to attempt these directly in the test). 

Noone but only you can assess how it will help you in being the top percentile of aspirants. You have to practice ruthlessly and civils Daily provides you with a platform to hone your skills.

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding Pradhan Mantri Gramin Awaas Yojana:

1. The houses are allotted in the name of the senior-most person in the house. 2. State Governments are responsible for the construction of the houses.

Which of the statements mentioned above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both of them

d. Neither of them

 

Q2. Angikaar campaign, which was recently seen in the news has been launched for:

a. Awareness campaign to keep the Ganga river pollution-free.

b. It is a nationwide campaign to shun single-use plastic in all over India in three phases.

c. A mass movement for collective action to build mass awareness and promote innovative solutions for controlling the mosquito.

d. Social behaviour change of beneficiaries of completed houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban).

 

Q3. Which of the following statements regarding the Saakshar Bharat programme is/are correct?

1. It goes beyond reading, writing & arithmetic and seeks to create awareness on social disparities and general wellbeing.

2. It provides for coverage of only rural areas in the eligible districts.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both of them

d. Neither of them

 

Q4. Which of the following statements with reference to ‘Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana’, is/are correct?

1. ‘Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana’ is a centrally sponsored scheme launched by the Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.

2. It is a scheme for providing physical aids and Assisted Living Devices for Senior Citizens belonging to BPL category.

3. Beneficiaries of the scheme have to be aged more than 80 years to avail the benefits.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

 

Q5. Identify the correct statement(s) about the ‘Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM)’:

1. It is a programme for restoring all the minor irrigation tanks and lakes.

2. Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation is the concerned authority.

Choose the correct option from the codes given below:

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both of them

d. Neither of them

Click here to enrol for the Prime Prelims TS

Dear students,

31st May 2020 is the D-day for all civil service aspirants.

“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.”

This quote by Abraham Lincoln clearly sums up how one should prepare for that day. So before entering the battlefield alone should have enough practice. Our Prime Prelims Test series which shall enrich you to acquaint yourself with the pattern of CSE-2020, assess your abilities, rectify your mistakes and make you confident to appear on the examination day.

Our Prime Prelims Test Series follows the same approach as that adopted by UPSC. Our team of experts is quite enriched with the UPSC pattern and focal point of the questions and hence creates more chances for the aspirants to crack civil service examination by appearing our Test Series.

The key philosophy of our prelims TS is Evidence-based question making: The 3600 questions you face in our mocks have their relevance established in UPSC’s trend analysis. We focus on themes that are important as per UPSC so that we maximize your chances of questions overlap with the actual UPSC Prelims.

Nothing speaks more than the facts itself rather than a mere jargon. Here is a list of 5 sample questions from the upcoming test which will help you in identifying the standards and approach we follow. (you can skip this if you want to attempt these directly in the test). 

Noone but only you can assess how it will help you in being the top percentile of aspirants. You have to practice ruthlessly and civils Daily provides you with a platform to hone your skills.

 

Q.1) Which of the following are the components of VANBANDHU KALYAN YOJANA?

1. Improving the quality of education
2. Protection of tribal culture and heritage
3. Skill upgradation and capacity building

Select the correct option from the codes given below:

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

 

Q.2) Which of the following are core focus areas of Inclusive India Initiative?

1. Inclusive Education
2. Inclusive Employment
3. Inclusive Community Life

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

 

Q.3) Which of the following are the components of Sagarmala Programme?

1. Coastal Employment Zone
2. Coastal Community Development
3. Port Connectivity Enhancement

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

 

Q.4) The ‘National Quality Renaissance Initiative (NQRI)’ aims to:

a. measure and improve pollution level of major capital cities of India

b. improve quality control and accreditation of higher education institutions which is central to enhancing the quality

c. bring together the famous scholars and litterateurs and create a national database of their works

d. monitor the new government buildings and structures being created with climate-resilient technologies

 

Q.5) Which of the following is the most likely consequence of implementing the ‘Unified Payments Interface (UPI)’?

a. Mobile wallets will not be necessary for online payments.

b. Digital currency will totally replace the physical currency in about two decades.

c. FDI inflows will drastically increase.

d. Direct transfer of subsides to poor people will become very effective.