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Exam Year: 2017

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    The term ‘Digital Single Market Strategy’ seen in the news refers to

    (a)

    ASEAN

    (b)

    BRICS

    (c)

    EU

    (d)

    G20

    Correct Answer:

    (c)

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    Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)?
    1. It decides the RBI’s benchmark interest rates.
    2. It is a 12-member body including the Governor of RBI and is reconstituted every year.
    3. It functions under the chairmanship of the Union Finance Minister.
    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    (a)

    1 only

    (b)

    1 and 2 only

    (c)

    3 only

    (d)

    2 and 3 only

    Correct Answer:

    (a)

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    Who among the following can join the National Pension System (NPS)?

    (a)

    Resident Indian citizens only

    (b)

    Persons of age from 21 to 55 only

    (c)

    All State Government employees joining the services after the date of notification by the respective State Governments

    (d)

    All Central Governments Employees including those of Armed Forces joining the services on or after 1st April, 2004

    Correct Answer:

    (c)

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    The mind of the makers of the Constitution of India is reflected in which of the following?

    (a)

    The Preamble

    (b)

    The Fundamental Rights

    (c)

    The Directive Principles of State Policy

    (d)

    The Fundamental Duties

    Correct Answer:

    (a)

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    What is/are the advantage/advantages of implementing the `National Agriculture Market’ scheme?

    1. It is a pan-India electronic trading portal for agricultural commodities.
    2. It provides the farmers access to nationwide market, with prices commensurate with the quality of their produce.

    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    (a)

    1 only

    (b)

    2 only

    (c)

    Both 1 and 2

    (d)

    Neither 1 nor 2

    Correct Answer:

    (c)

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    It is possible to produce algae based biofuels, but what is/are the likely
    limitation(s) of developing countries in promoting this industry?
    1. Production of algae based biofuels is possible in seas only and not on continents.
    2. Setting up and engineering the algae based biofuel production requires high level of
    expertise/technology until the construction is completed.
    3. Economically viable production necessitates the setting up of large scale facilities which
    may raise ecological and social concerns.
    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    (a)

    1 and 2 only

    (b)

    2 and 3 only

    (c)

    3 only

    (d)

    1, 2 and 3

    Correct Answer:

    (b)

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    The Trade Disputes Act of 1929 provided for

    (a)

    the participation of workers in the management of industries.

    (b)

    arbitrary powers to the management to quell industrial disputes.

    (c)

    an intervention by the British Court in the event of a trade dispute.

    (d)

    a system of tribunals and a ban on strikes.

    Correct Answer:

    (a)

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    One of the implications of equality in society is the absence of

    (a)

    Privileges

    (b)

    Restraints

    (c)

    Competition

    (d)

    Ideology

    Correct Answer:

    (a)

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    Who among the following was/were associated with the introduction of
    Ryotwari Settlement in India during the British rule?
    1. Lord Cornwallis
    2. Alexander Read
    3. Thomas Munro
    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    (a)

    1 only

    (b)

    1 and 3 only

    (c)

    2 and 3 only

    (d)

    1, 2 and 3

    Correct Answer:

    (c)

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    What is the purpose of Vidyanjali Yojana’?
    1. To enable the famous foreign campuses in India.
    2. To increase the quality of education provided in government schools by taking help from the private sector and the community.
    3. To encourage voluntary monetary contributions from private individuals and organizations so as to improve the infrastructure facilities for primary and secondary schools.

    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

    (a)

    2 only

    (b)

    3 only

    (c)

    1 and 2 only

    (d)

    2 and 3 only

    Correct Answer:

    (a)