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Dear student,

One of these questions would have application of Tikdams. Tikdams are smart hacks which help you arrive at the right answer with basic knowledge. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types:

1. 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
2. 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.

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Q.1) With reference to the ‘International Trade Centre’, consider the following statements:
1. It enjoys a joint mandate with the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the United Nations (UN) .
2. It has country-based project offices.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 1 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) 2 only
Inspired by: India’s steel exports rise in 2017 as China’s plunge

Q.2) The National Action Plan Vision 2022, recently seen in news, is a plan undertaken by the
a) Department of Science and Technology
b) Department of Personnel and Training
c) Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries
d) None of the above
Inspired by: Click2read

Q.3) With reference to the ‘Clean Seas Campaign’ which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is a Campaign lauched under the aegis of the UNEP.
2. The campaign contributes to the goals of the ‘Global Partnership on Marine Litter’.
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) 1 only
b) Both 1 and 2
c) 2 only
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Inspired by: Bali declares ‘garbage emergency’ amid sea of waste

Q.4) With reference to the ‘Advanced Air Defence (AAD)’ interceptor missile, sometimes seen in news, consider the following statements:
1. It is for exo-atmosphere or lower altitudes.
2. It is being developed as part the Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) system.
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: Click2read

Q.5) Consider the following animals:
1. Sea cow
2. Sea horse
3. Sea lion
Which of the above is/are mammal/mammals?
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.6) Consider the following statements
1. An amendment to the Constitution of India can be initiated by an introduction of a bill in the Lok Sabha only.
2. If such an amendment seeks to make changes in the federal character of the Constitution, the amendment also requires to be ratified by the legislature of all the States of 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.7) Consider the following statements:
Attorney General of India can
1. take part in the proceedings of the Lok Sabha
2. be a member of a committee of the Lok Sabha
3. speak in the Lok Sabha
4. vote in the Lok Sabha
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 4
c) 1, 2 and 3
d) 1 and 3 only

Q.8) With reference to the usefulness of the by­products of sugar industry, which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. Bagasse can be used as biomass fuel for the generation of energy.
2. Molasses can be used as one of the feedstocks for the production of synthetic chemical fertilizers.
3. Molasses can be used for the production of ethanol.
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 3

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Dear student,

One of these questions would have application of Tikdams. Tikdams are smart hacks which help you arrive at the right answer with basic knowledge. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types:

1. 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
2. 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.

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Q.1) With reference to the ‘Treasury bills’, consider the following statements:
1. Treasury bills are issued when the government need money for a shorter period 
2. T-bills are issued on behalf of the government by the SEBI
3. Treasury bills are presently issued in three maturities, namely, 91 day, 182 day and 364 day. 
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) All of the above
b) 1 and 2
c) 1 and 3
d) 2 and 3
Inspired by: Govt. to borrow more; fiscal deficit may widen

Tikdam:

This question is factual in nature since the third statement is little tricky. It is tough to remember exact number + days of maturity period of T-bills. However, using bit of logic, you can easily solve this question. Now as we know that Monetary policy in India is entirely controlled by RBI. Treasury bill is part of Monetary policy as Buying/selling of T-bills decreases and increases Money supply in India. Therefore no way statement 3 can be correct. Once we eliminate statement 3 we will automatically get the answer.

Q.2) With reference to the ‘Gulf of Aden’ which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is located in the Arabian Sea.
2. It touches the famous Horn of Africa.
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] Out at sea: on the Indian Ocean Region

Q.3) What is ‘Ekuverin’, recently seen in news?
a) Antimicrobial resistance drug against TB
b) Lightest material developed by the ISRO
c) India-Maldives joint military exercise
d) None of the above
Inspired by: Click2read

Q.4) Which of the following are responsible for Photo-chemical smog?
1. Nitrogen oxides
2. organic compounds
3.Sun-light
4.Ozone
Select the correct code:
a)1,2 and 3
b) All of the above
c)2,3 and 4
d)1,2 and 4

Q.5) If government is borrowing funds through ‘Government Bonds’, then what will be its effect on Fiscal Deficit?
a) It will increase
b) It will decrease
c) No affect
d) First increase and then decrease

Q.6) Consider the following
1. Star tortoise
2. Monitor lizard
3. Pygmy hog
4. Spider monkey
Which of the above found in India?
a) 1, 2 and 3 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 4 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q.7) Which of the following can be found as pollutants in the drinking water in some parts of India?
1. Arsenic
2. Sorbitol
3. Fluoride
4. Formaldehyde
5. Uranium
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1 and 3 only
b) 2, 4 and 5 only
c) 1, 3 and 5 only
d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Q.8) With reference to Indian History, the Members of the Constituent Assembly from the Provinces were
a) directly elected by the people of those Provinces
b) nominated by the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League
c) elected by the Provincial Legislative Assemblies
d) selected by the Government for their expertise in constitutional matters

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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

4. Click here for Solutions.

Hello everyone,

We have been hammering on importance of logical thinking and art of tikdam along with sound preparation as essential ingredients of recipe to clear prelims examination for quite some time now. The flagship prelims test series is based on the same principles so is our prelims daily initiative.

We started high five with tikdam to reinforce the importance of logical thinking and to get you into the habit of applying your mind while solving questions. In the first installment, there were five tough questions from 2016 paper which could be solved by tikdam.Individually none of you could get all five right but collectively you got all five right using tikdam.  In the 2nd installment, questions were easy to moderate and many more of you got answers right.

Inference is very simple – USE HAVE TO PRACTICE TO GET BETTER AT DERIVING ANSWERS FROM THE QUESTION USING YOUR AVAILABLE KNOWLEDGE.

How to practice – join the test series for more practice (600 tikdams) and one on one interaction with mentors (most important to take your thought process in right direction). It will help you get better in answering prelims questions and scoring 120 plus marks in CSE Prelims 2018.

Further, we will be posting five questions (apart from prelims daily) from previous years papers on every Tuesday   9 a.m  (Testing Tuesday) and Thursday 9 p.m.(Testing Thursday)  to make you practice questions asked in exam so that you can yourself the judge of efficacy of tikdam.

Here are high five questions from prelims 2014 which you can solve with your knowledge, logical thinking and tikdam.

Please write your thought process/ method you applied to solve the question with the answers. We will get back to you as to how you can further refine your answer deriving capabilities. Note that this initiative will help you only if you apply your mind and write your thought process. Merely reading and learning the answers will not help.

1. What are the significances of a practical approach to sugarcane production known as ‘Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative’?

1. Seed cost is very low in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation.

2. Drip irrigation can be practiced very effectively in this.

3. There is no application of chemical/inorganic fertilizers at all in this.

4. The scope for intercropping is more in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

a) 1 and 3 only

b) 1, 2 and 4 only

c) 2, 3 and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

 

2. With reference to technology for solar power production, consider the following statements:

1. ‘Photovoltaics’ is a technology that generates electricity by direct conversion of light into electricity, while ‘Solar Thermal’ is a technology that utilizes the Sun’s rays to generate heat which is further used in electricity generation process.

2. Photovoltaics-generates Alternating Current (AC), while Solar Thermal generates Direct Current (DC). 3. India has manufacturing base for Solar Thermal technology, but not for photovoltaics.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1, 2 and 3 only

d) None of the above

 

3. Consider the following diseases:

1. Diphtheria

2. Chickenpox

3. Smallpox

Which of the above diseases has/have been eradicated in India?

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 3 only

c) 1, 2 and 3 only

d) None of the above

 

4. “Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganga River Dolphins?

1. Construction of dams and barrages on rivers.

2. Increase in the population of crocodiles in rivers.

3. Getting trapped in fishing nets accidentally.

4. Use of synthetic fertilizers and other agricultural chemicals in crop-fields in the vicinity of rivers.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1, 3 and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only ”

 

5. Which of the following are some important pollutants released by steel industry in India?

1. Oxides of sulphur

2. Oxide of nitrogen

3. Carbon monoxide

4. Carbon dioxide

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 1, 3 and 4 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 4 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 only

 

Dr. Vipin Garg is a medical doctor by training, economist by passion and an IAS (rank 20)officer by profession. He is one of the founding members of Civilsdaily and pioneered the concept of Tikdams (Smart Hacks) for IAS Prelims which form the bedrock of Civilsdaily’s Flagship Prelims Test Series.

 

MPORTANT 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

Dear student,

One of these questions would have application of Tikdams. Tikdams are smart hacks which help you arrive at the right answer with basic knowledge. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types:

1. 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
2. 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.

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Q.1) In nitrogen cycle the nitrogen is converted into multiple chemical forms as it circulates among which of the following ecosystems?
1. Atmosphere
2. Terrestrial
3. Marine 
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 1, 2 and 3
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1 and 2 only
Inspired by: Mobile phone radiation harmful for a cockroach’s health: Study

Q.2) With reference to the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Act creates a non-justiciable right to mental healthcare.
2. The Act provides persons with mental illness protection from cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment.
3. The Act has decriminalized suicide attempts by ‘reading down’ the power of section 309 of the Indian Penal Code.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
a) 2 and 3 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 1, 2 and 3
d) 1 and 2 only
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Mental Healthcare Act: A paradigm shift

Q.3) Which of the following organisation has recently released the ‘World Development Indicators’?
a) IMF
b) OECD
c) World Bank
d) United Nations
Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Countering growing inequality

Q.4) With reference to the ‘Compensatory and Afforestation Fund (CAF) Bill’ which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Bill came into existence after an SC’s order.
2. The Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA), establised under the bill, is a temporary body.
Select the correct option using the codes given below.
a) Neither 1 nor 2
b) 1 only
c) 2 only
d) Both 1 and 2
Inspired by: ₹40,000-cr. forest fund in limbo

Q.5) 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 2

Q.6) With reference to the history of Indian rock­cut architecture, consider the following statements:
1. The caves at Badami are the oldest surviving rock­cut caves in India.
2. The Barabar rock­cut caves were originally made for Ajivikas by Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
3. At Ellora, caves were made for different faiths.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.7) Recombinant DNA technology (Genetic Engineering) allows genes to be transferred
1. across different species of plants
2. from animals to plants
3. from microorganisms to higher organisms
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 3

Q.8) The Chinese traveller Yuan Chwang (Hiuen Tsang) who visited India recorded the general conditions and culture of India at that time. In this context, which of the following
statements is/are correct?
1. The roads and river­routes were completely immune from robbery.
2. As regards punishment for offences, ordeals by fire, water and poison were the instruments for determining the innocence or guilt of a person.
3. The tradesmen had to pay duties at ferries and barrier stations.
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 3

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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

4. Click here for Solutions.

Dear student,

One of these questions would have application of Tikdams. Tikdams are smart hacks which help you arrive at the right answer with basic knowledge. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types:

1. 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
2. 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.

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Q.1) The Universal Immunization Programme(UIP) consists of vaccination for which of the following diseases?

1. Tuberculosis

2. Diphtheria

3. Hepatitis B

4. Malaria

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

a) 1, 2, 3 and 4

b) 1, 2 and 3 only

c) 2, 3 and 4 only

d) 1 and 4 only

Inspired by: Govt to assess impact of Hepatitis B immunization drive

Tikdam:

Remembering the name of all 12 diseases is a tough task. However, using a bit of logic, you can easily solve this question. Only recently The World Health Organisation (WHO) has developed a new anti-malaria vaccine which could potentially help countries such as India and those in Sub-Saharan Africa reduce deaths from the vector-borne disease. It has not yet been launched in India. Therefore, no way UIP would also cover vaccine for Malaria. Once we eliminate statement 4 we will automatically get the answer.

Q.2) Which of the following expenditures comes under the category of Revenue expenditure

1. salaries of government employees

2. interest payment on loans taken by the government

3. subsidies

4. The defense expenditures which are needed for smooth operation of the standing armed forces

Select the correct code:

a)    1,2 and 3

b)    All of the above

c)    2,3 and 4

d)    1,3 and 4

Q.3) With reference to the Central Reserve Police Force(CRPF), consider the following statements:

1. Rapid Action Force(RAF) is a child agency of the CRPF.

2. Its jurisdiction comes under the Ministry of Defence.

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

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Tackling Maoism

Q.4) With reference to the Condonation of Delay Scheme, recently seen in news, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It would be rolled out by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.

2. The scheme is related to defaulting companies.

Select the correct ansswer using the codes given below.

a) Neither 1 nor 2

b) 1 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) 2 only

Inspired by: ‘Condonation of delay scheme only for bona fide directors’

Q.5) With reference to the electronic-Human Resource Management System (e-HRMS), consider the following statements:

1. The system has been launched for central government employees to access their service-related information.

2. It is a platform built under the ‘Consolidated Model Conduct, Discipline and Appeal Rules’

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) 1 only

c) Neither 1 nor 2

d) 2 only

Inspired by: Online platform for employees to access all service details

Q.6) What will follow if a Money Bill is substantially amended by the Rajya Sabha?

a) The Lok Sabha may still proceed with the Bill, accepting or not accepting the recommendations of the Rajya Sabha

b) The Lok Sabha cannot consider the Bill further

c) The Lok Sabha may send the Bill to the Rajya Sabha for reconsideration

d) The President may call a joint sitting for passing the Bill

Q.7) Which one of the following statements is correct?

a) In India, the same person cannot be appointed as Governor for two or more States at the same time

b) The Judges of the High Court of the States in India are appointed by the Governor of the State just as the Judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the President

c) No procedure has been laid down in the Constitution of India for the removal of a Governor from his/her post

d) In the case of a Union Territory having a legislative setup, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Lt. Governor on the basis of majority support

Q.8) Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched?

Geographical Feature : Region

a) Abyssinian Plateau : Arabia

b) Atlas Mountains : North­Western Africa

c) Guiana Highlands : South­Western Africa

d) Okavango Basin : Patagonia

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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

4. Click here for Solutions.