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Flagship Prelims 2018 Batch 1 & 2 | TS 18 Geography discussion
All aspirants who are giving tomorrow’s test should discuss all there doubts/queries about any question on this thread and not in the comments section of the test
Around 20 questions of the test can be solved using Tikdam method
Tikdams explanations in those selected questions are given in the explanation column itself
By closely observing those questions after every test you will gradually learn the art of Tikdams which will assist you in clearing the UPSC prelims
Highlights of tomorrow’s test:
Q.1) IAEA has recently opened a uranium bank at Oskamen city. Oskamen city is situated in which of the following countries?
a) Kazakhstan
b) Germany
c) Latvia
d) Syria
Q.2) Consider the following given countries:
1. India
2. Bangladesh
3. Myanmar
4. Nepal
Naf river makes border between which of the above given countries?
a) 1, 2 and 3 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 2 only
d) None of the above
Q.3) Consider the following statements about the weathering process:
1. Exfoliation is a process of Flaking off of more or less curved sheets of shells from over rocks or bedrock results in smooth and rounded surfaces.
2. Weathering helps the process of enrichment.
3.Biological activities produce humic, carbonic and other acids which reduce the decay and solubility.
Which of the statements above given is/are correct?
a) 1, 2 and 3
b) 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1 and 3 only
Q.4) Consider the following statements:
1. This port situated at the head of Vembanad Kayal
2. It is a natural harbour.
3. This port has an advantageous location being close to the Suez-Colombo route.
The statements given above characterise which of the following port
a) Chennai port.
b) Kochchi port
c) New Manglore port
d) Kulachil port
Best of luck!!
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10 Feb 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & [Tikdams]
Dear student,
Tikdams are smart hacks which help you arrive at the right answer with basic knowledge. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types:
- Elimination Tikdams: Extrapolate your basic knowledge to eliminate options which appear out of context. Zero down on 2 choices and then mark the question as per your risk appetite
- Estimation Tikdams: Read the question well and work out the answer from within the options – Most of the times UPSC plays with words or embeds clues within the question. A smart aspirant figures them out!
With strong basics and regular practice, you will be able to arrive at a very robust Tikdam framework of your own. To know more, read about this technique here, IAS 2016 by Dr. V & Tikdams
Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.
Q.1) With reference to the Menstrual Hygiene Scheme (MHS) which of the statements given below is/are correct?
1. The scheme was launched by the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
2. It was aimed to reach girls aged 10 to 19.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) 2 only
Inspired by: Use of sanitary pads sparse despite govt schemes: studiesQ.2) With reference to the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (Amendment) Bill of 2017, consider the following statements:
1. The amendments primarily seek to transfer the RBI’s balance equity in NABARD to the Central government.
2. It seeks to decrease private sector share in the NABARD.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 2 only
b) 1 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Inspired by: [oped snap] A boost to rural entrepreneurshipQ.3) The international Intellectual Property (IP) index is relased by
a) National Company of Industrial Property Attorneys (CNCPI)
b) European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO)
c) Global Innovation Policy Center (GIPC)
d) Centre for International Industrial Property Studies (CEIPI)
Inspired by: India ranks 44 out of 50 nations in global IP indexQ.4) Quasars are amazingly bright due to:
1. Tectonic waves present in their periphery.
2. Supermassive black holes found at their centres.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Both 1 and 2
b) Neither 1 nor 2
c) 1 only
d) 2 onlyQ.5) The Operation Cactus, recently seen in news, was conducted by Indian Army in which of the following countries?
a) Sri Lanka
b) Bangladesh
c) Maldives
d) Myanmar
Inspired by: Click2readQ.6) Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was
a) the mosque for the use of Royal Family
b) Akbar’s private chamber prayer
c) the hall in which Akbar held discussions with scholars of various religions.
d) the room in which the nobles belonging to different religions gathered to discuss religious affairsQ.7) In the context of food and nutritional security of India, enhancing the ‘Seed Replacement Rates’ of various crops helps in achieving the food production targets of the future. But what is/are the constraint/ constraints in its wider / greater implementation?
1. There is no National Seeds Policy in place.
2. There is no participation of private sector seed companies in the supply of quality seeds of vegetables and planting materials of horticultural crops.
3. There is a demand supply gap regarding quality seeds in case of low value and high volume crops.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
a) 1 and 2
b) 3 only
c) 2 and 3
d) NoneQ.8) With reference to ‘Eco Sensitive Zones’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Eco Sensitive Zones are the areas that are declared under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 .
2. The purpose of the declaration of Eco Sensitive Zones is to prohibit all kinds of human activities, in those zones except agriculture.
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
IMPORTANT STUFF:
1. Daily newscards have been enriched with back2basics and note2students – Make notes daily
2. Liked Tikdams? Join our Flagship TS which helps you perfect this approach – Flagship Prelims for IAS 2018
3. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here
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9 Feb 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & [Tikdams]
Dear student,
Tikdams are smart hacks which help you arrive at the right answer with basic knowledge. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types:
- Elimination Tikdams: Extrapolate your basic knowledge to eliminate options which appear out of context. Zero down on 2 choices and then mark the question as per your risk appetite
- Estimation Tikdams: Read the question well and work out the answer from within the options – Most of the times UPSC plays with words or embeds clues within the question. A smart aspirant figures them out!
With strong basics and regular practice, you will be able to arrive at a very robust Tikdam framework of your own. To know more, read about this technique here, IAS 2016 by Dr. V & Tikdams
Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.
Q.1) With reference to ‘Biologics’ which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. They are produced from living organisms.
2. Biologics also include vaccines.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) 2 only
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Biologics, patents and drug pricesQ.2) With reference to the Base Rate, often seen in news related to the RBI, consider the following statements:
1. Base rate is the minimum rate set by the Reserve Bank of India below which banks are not allowed to lend to its customers.
2. Base rate is decided in order to enhance transparency in the credit market and ensure that banks pass on the lower cost of fund to their customers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Both 1 and 2
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Inspired by: RBI to link base rate with MCLR from 1 AprilQ.3) Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Special Purpose Vehicle’:
1. It used to isolate financial risk.
2. It is a special type of Parent Company that makes its obligations secure even if the subsidiary company goes bankrupt.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 2 only
c) 1 only
d) Both are correctQ.4) Consider the following:
1. Iran
2. Iraq
3. Kuwait
Which of the above is/are founding members of OPEC?
a) 1, 2 and 3
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1 and 2 onlyQ.5) With reference to the Prithvi-II missile which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It has a strike range of 350 km.
2. It was developed by the DRDO under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP).
3. It is a surface-to-air missile
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1, 2 and 3
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 1 and 2 only
d) 2 and 3 only
Inspired by: Click2readQ.6) Consider the followingstatements:
1. ‘Bijak’ is a composition of the teachings of Saint Dadu Dayal.
2. The Philosophy of Pushti Marg was propounded by Madhvacharya.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2Q.7) A community of people called Manganiyars is wellknown for their
a) martial arts in NorthEast India
b) musical tradition in NorthWest India
c) classical vocal music in South India
d) pietra dura tradition in Central IndiaQ.8) What was/were the object/objects of Queen Victoria’s Proclamation (1858)?
1. To disclaim any intention to annex Indian States
2. To place the Indian administration under the British Crown
3. To regulate East India Company’s trade with India
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
IMPORTANT STUFF:
1. Daily newscards have been enriched with back2basics and note2students – Make notes daily
2. Liked Tikdams? Join our Flagship TS which helps you perfect this approach – Flagship Prelims for IAS 2018
3. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here
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8 Feb 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & [Tikdams]
Dear student,
Tikdams are smart hacks which help you arrive at the right answer with basic knowledge. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types:
- Elimination Tikdams: Extrapolate your basic knowledge to eliminate options which appear out of context. Zero down on 2 choices and then mark the question as per your risk appetite
- Estimation Tikdams: Read the question well and work out the answer from within the options – Most of the times UPSC plays with words or embeds clues within the question. A smart aspirant figures them out!
With strong basics and regular practice, you will be able to arrive at a very robust Tikdam framework of your own. To know more, read about this technique here, IAS 2016 by Dr. V & Tikdams
Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.
Q.1) With reference to the Economic survey of India which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Department of Revenue(Finance Ministry) presents the survey.
2. It is prepared under the guidance of the Chief Economic Adviser, Finance Ministry.
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) 2 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) 1 only
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] The manufacturing muddleQ.2) Which of the following statements regarding the ‘inverted duty structure (IDS)’ is correct?
a) Inverted duty structure is a situation where import duty on finished goods is low compared to the import duty on raw materials that are used in the production of such finished goods.
b) Inverted duty structure is a situation where Export duty on finished goods is low compared to the Export duty on raw materials that are used in the production of such finished goods
c) Inverted duty structure is a situation where Export duty on finished goods is high compared to the import duty on raw materials that are used in the production of such finished goods
d) None of the above
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] The manufacturing muddleQ.3) With reference to the National Council of Educational Research and Training, consider the following statements:
1. The NCERT and Microsoft have recently signed a pact to integrate a course on ‘digital citizenship and safety’.
2. The National Council for Teacher Education comes under the NCERT.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) Both 1 and 2
Inspired by: Google, NCERT partner for internet safety training in schoolsQ.4) Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) handles its cases using which of the following Tribunals
1. NCLT(National company law tribunal)
2. Debt recovery tribunal.
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) 1 only
b) Neither 1 nor 2
c) 2 only
d) Both 1 and 2Q.5) With reference to the World Government Summit which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is headquartered in the UAE.
2. It is a Triannual summit.
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) 1 only
b) Neither 1 nor 2
c) 2 only
d) Both 1 and 2
Inspired by: India, UAE to ink 12 pacts during Modi’s visitQ.6) With reference to India’s culture and tradition, what is ‘Kalaripayattu’?
a) It is an ancient Bhakti cult of Shaivism still prevalent in some parts of South India
b) It is an ancient style bronze and brasswork still found in southern part of Coromandel area
c) It is an ancient form of dancedrama and a living tradition in the northern part of Malabar
d) It is an ancient martial art and a living tradition in some parts of South IndiaQ.7) Consider the following pairs :
1. Garba : Gujarat
2. Mohiniattam : Odisha
3. Yakshagana : Karnataka
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3Q.8) With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India,
consider the following pairs :
Famous shrine Location
1. Tabo monastery and temple complex : Spiti Valley
2. Lhotsava Lhakhang temple, Nako : Zanskar Valley
3. Alchi temple complex : Ladakh
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
IMPORTANT STUFF:
1. Daily newscards have been enriched with back2basics and note2students – Make notes daily
2. Liked Tikdams? Join our Flagship TS which helps you perfect this approach – Flagship Prelims for IAS 2018
3. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here
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7 Feb 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & [Tikdams]
Dear student,
Tikdams are smart hacks which help you arrive at the right answer with basic knowledge. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types:
- Elimination Tikdams: Extrapolate your basic knowledge to eliminate options which appear out of context. Zero down on 2 choices and then mark the question as per your risk appetite
- Estimation Tikdams: Read the question well and work out the answer from within the options – Most of the times UPSC plays with words or embeds clues within the question. A smart aspirant figures them out!
With strong basics and regular practice, you will be able to arrive at a very robust Tikdam framework of your own. To know more, read about this technique here, IAS 2016 by Dr. V & Tikdams
Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.
Q.1) With reference to to the Corporate tax which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is a direct tax.
2. In India, it is imposed at the National Level.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 2 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) 1 only
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Corporate income tax: a slippery slope, Budget 2018Q.2) Which of the following are the functions of the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA)?
1. To implement and enforce the provisions of the Drugs (Prices Control) Order in accordance with the powers delegated to it.
2. To monitor the availability of drugs and identify shortages.
Select the correct answer using the codes gien below.
a) Both 1 and 2
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Inspired by: Demand for sub-category of stentQ.3) Which of the following factors are responsible for coral bleaching?
1. Increased or reduced water temperature
2. Over fishing
3. Changes in salinity
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) 1, 2 and 3Q.4) Consider the following statements about land revenue settlements during British India:
1. In permanent settlement, land revenue was fixed.
2. In Mahalwari settlement, land revenue was revised periodically.
3. In ryotwari settlement, land revenue was neither fixed nor revised periodically.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 1 and 2 only
d) 1, 2 and 3Q.5) With reference to the National Health Protection Scheme, recently announced, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The scheme will provide health coverage cost of up to Rs. 1 lakh annually(to a poor family).
2. Under the scheme, hospitalisation is allowed in any private hospital.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Both 1 and 2
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Making health insurance workQ.6) Chaitra 1 of the national calendar based on the Saka Era corresponds to which one of the following dates of the Gregorian calendar in a normal year of 365 days?
a) 22 March (or 21st March)
b) 15th May (or 16th May)
c) 31st March (or 30th March)
d) 21st April (or 20th AprilQ.7) With reference to the Indian history of art and culture, consider the following pairs:
Famous work of sculpture Site
1. A grand image of Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana with numerous celestial musicians above and the sorrowful figures of his followers below : Ajanta
2. A huge image of Varaha Avatar (boar incarnation) of Vishnu, as he rescues Goddess Earth from the deep and chaotic waters, sculpted on rock : Mount Abu
3. “Arjuna’s Penance” /”Descent of Ganga” sculpted on the surface of huge boulders : Mamallapuram
Which of the pairs given above is/ are correctly matched?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 3 only,
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3Q.8) The Ghadr (Ghadar) was a
a) revolutionary association of Indians with headquarters at San Francisco.
b) nationalist organization operating from Singapore
c) militant organization with headquarters at Berlin
d) communist movement for India’s freedom with headquarters at Tashkent
IMPORTANT STUFF:
1. Daily newscards have been enriched with back2basics and note2students – Make notes daily
2. Liked Tikdams? Join our Flagship TS which helps you perfect this approach – Flagship Prelims for IAS 2018
3. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here
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6 Feb 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & [Tikdams]
Dear student,
Tikdams are smart hacks which help you arrive at the right answer with basic knowledge. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types:
- Elimination Tikdams: Extrapolate your basic knowledge to eliminate options which appear out of context. Zero down on 2 choices and then mark the question as per your risk appetite
- Estimation Tikdams: Read the question well and work out the answer from within the options – Most of the times UPSC plays with words or embeds clues within the question. A smart aspirant figures them out!
With strong basics and regular practice, you will be able to arrive at a very robust Tikdam framework of your own. To know more, read about this technique here, IAS 2016 by Dr. V & Tikdams
Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.
Q.1) With reference to the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is an institute under the Ministry of Finance.
2. Chairman of the NITI Aayaog is an ex-officio chairman of the institute.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) Both 1 and 2
b) 2 only
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) 1 only
Inspired by: ‘Mega health plan may cost Rs. 1 lakh cr. a year’Q.2) The aim of the Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY) is to provide social security to
a) Women
b) Senior Citizens
c) SCs and STs
d) BPL card holders
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Limited succour: Budget 2018, Senior CitizensQ.3) Consider the following statements regarding different deficit numbers:
1. The revenue deficit broadly measures the extent of borrowings used for revenue expenditure
2. Fiscal deficit measures the overall borrowing to finance both revenue account deficit as well as capital account deficit
3. Effective revenue deficit measures the revenue deficit minus grants to states for the creation of capital assets
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1, 2 and 3
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1 and 2 only
Inspired by: Plan on revenue deficit seen as shift towards consumption spendingQ.4) The term ‘Anti-profiteering’ sometimes seen in news, is related to:
a) WTO subsidies
b) Defence procurements
c) Goods and service tax
d) New hydrocarbon policyQ.5) The REITs/InvITs, related to the Real Estate Sector(often seen in news), are regulated by the
a) RBI
b) India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd.
c) None is correct
d) SEBI
Inspired by: SEBI gets teeth to act against exchanges, new market outfitsQ.6) The Partition of Bengal made by Lord Curzon in 1905 lasted until
a) the First World War when Indian troops were needed by the British and the partition was ended.
b) King George V abrogated Curzon’s Act at the Royal Darbar in Delhi in 1911
c) Gandhiji launched his Civil Disobedience Movement
d) the Partition of India, in 1947 when East Bengal became East PakistanQ.7) The 1929 Session of Indian, National Congress is of significance in the history of the Freedom Movement because the
a) attainmentof SelfGovernment was declared as the objective of the Congress
b) attainment of Poorna Swaraj Was adopted as the goal of the Congress
c) NonCooperation Movement was launched
d) decision to participate in the Round Table Conference in London was takenQ.8) With reference to the famous Sattriya dance, consider the following statements :
1. Sattriya is a combination of music, dance and drama.
2. It is a centuriesold living tradition of Vaishnavites of Assam.
3. It is based on classical Ragas and Talas of devotional songs composed by Tulsidas, Kabir and Mirabai.
Which of the statements given above is /are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
IMPORTANT STUFF:
1. Daily newscards have been enriched with back2basics and note2students – Make notes daily
2. Liked Tikdams? Join our Flagship TS which helps you perfect this approach – Flagship Prelims for IAS 2018
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Writing IAS Prelims on 3rd June? Here’s what you need to clear it
Prelims 2018 notification is out.
It seems this is going to be a real tough Prelims this time. 782 vacancies as against 980 last time. If you are not yet serious about prelims – now would be a good time to start
We have reoriented our programs accordingly and here are all the details regarding same
Flagship Prelims TS + Samachar Manthan
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- 14 Static Tests (from NCERTs, Reference books)
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Samachar Manthan
- Video explainers and detailed notes on important news of the week
- Clear demarcation between Prelims specific and Mains specific news
- Weekly Test to keep you motivated and prepared in real time
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Starting April, we will be focusing completely on upcoming prelims 2018
We will be providing over 30 hours of lectures on various subjects, schemes, environmental issues
Along with lectures we will also provide you with detailed prelims specific current affairs notes
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- Would cover important topics from last 2-3 years economic survey for a precise understanding of this year’s survey
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5 Feb 2018 | Prelims Daily with Previous Year Questions & [Tikdams]
Dear student,
Tikdams are smart hacks which help you arrive at the right answer with basic knowledge. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types:
- Elimination Tikdams: Extrapolate your basic knowledge to eliminate options which appear out of context. Zero down on 2 choices and then mark the question as per your risk appetite
- Estimation Tikdams: Read the question well and work out the answer from within the options – Most of the times UPSC plays with words or embeds clues within the question. A smart aspirant figures them out!
With strong basics and regular practice, you will be able to arrive at a very robust Tikdam framework of your own. To know more, read about this technique here, IAS 2016 by Dr. V & Tikdams
Note: Please comment your responses to questions in the comment section. It will help you in assessing yourself.
Q.1) With reference to the KUSUM scheme, consider the following statements:
1. It is a scheme for promoting solar power production.
2. The time period of the scheme is 10 years.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) Neither 1 nor 2
d) 2 only
Inspired by: Click2readQ.2) With reference to the Ayushman Bharat Programme which of the statements given below is/are correct?
1. One of the component of the programme is to distribute essential drugs to the remote health centres in the country.
2. The National Health Protection Scheme (NHPS) is a part of the programme.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) 1 only
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Get cracking: Ayushman Bharat programmeQ.3) Keshav Chandra Sen
1. founded the Brahmo Samaj.
2. started Bamabodhini Patrika.
Select the correct statement/statements using the code given below.
a) Both 1 and 2
b) 2 only
c) 1 only
d) Neither 1 nor 2Q.4) Fixed-dose combination (FDC) Drugs can’t be used against Virus/Bacteria of
1. AIDS
2. Tuberculosis
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Both 1 and 2Q.5) With reference to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), consider the following statements:
1. The standards are set by the Ministry of Science and Technology.
2. The measurement of air quality, under the NAAQs, is based on eight pollutants.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 2 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) 1 only
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Inspired by: Dust mitigation plan must for firmsQ.6) Mycorrhizal biotechnology has been used in rehabilitating degraded sites because mycorrhiza enables the plants to
1. resist drought and increase absorptive area
2. tolerate extremes of PH
3. Resist disease infestation
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3Q.7) Who among the following constitute the National Development Council?
1. The Prime Minister
2. The Chairman, Finance Commission
3. Ministers of the Union Cabinet
4. Chief Ministers of the States
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1, 2 and 3 only
b) 1, 3 and 4 only
c) 2 and 4 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4Q.8) The national income of a country for a given period is equal to the
a) total value of goods and services produced by the nationals
b) sum of total consumption and investement expenditure
c) sum of personal income of all individuals
d) money value of final goods and services produced
IMPORTANT STUFF:
1. Daily newscards have been enriched with back2basics and note2students – Make notes daily
2. Liked Tikdams? Join our Flagship TS which helps you perfect this approach – Flagship Prelims for IAS 2018
3. For attempting previous Prelims Daily Questions – Click here
