UPSC Prelims GS

2012

• Which of the following is the chief characteristic of 'mixed farming'?Geography
• Which one of the following is the characteristic climate of the Tropical Savannah Region?Geography
• Which one of the following sets of elements was primarily responsible for the origin of life on the Earth?Geography
• With reference to the wetlands of India, consider the following statements: 1. The country's total geographical area under the category of wetlands is recorded more in Gujarat as…Geography
• Consider the following specific stages of demographic transition associated with economic development: 1. Low birthrate with low death rate 2. High birthrate with high death rate…Indian Economy
• Consider the following statements: The price of any currency in international market is decided by the 1. World Bank 2. Demand for good/services provided by the country concerned…Indian Economy
• Consider the following: 1. Hotels and restaurants 2. Motor transport undertakings 3. Newspaper establishments 4. Private medical institutions The employees of which of the above…Indian Economy
• Despite having large reserves of coal, why does India import millions of tones of coal? 1. It is the policy of India to save its own coal reserves for future, and import it from…Indian Economy
• How do District Rural Development Agencies (DRDAs) help in the reduction of rural poverty in India? 1. DRDAs act as Panchayati Raj Institutions in certain specified backward…Indian Economy
• How does the National Rural Livelihood Mission seek to improve livelihood options of rural poor? 1. By setting up a large number of new manufacturing industries and agribusiness…Indian Economy
• If National Water Mission is properly and completely implement, how will it impact the country? 1. Part of the water needs of urban areas will be met through recycling of…Indian Economy
• In India, in the overall index of Industrial Production, the Indices of Eight Core Industries have a combined weight of 37.90%. Which of the following are among those Eight Core…Indian Economy
• The basic aid of Lead Bank Scheme is thatIndian Economy
• The endeavour of 'Janani Suraksha Yojana' Programme is 1. To promote institutional deliveries 2. To provide monetary assistance to the mother to meet the cost of delivery 3. To…Indian Economy
• The Multi-dimensional Poverty Index developed by 'Oxford Poverty and Human Development initiative with UNDP support covers which of the following? 1. Deprivation of education,…Indian Economy
• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) acts as a bankers' bank. This would imply which of the following? 1. Other banks retain their deposits with the RBI 2. The RBI lends funds to the…Indian Economy
• Under which of the following circumstances may 'capital gains' arise? 1. Under which of the following circumstances may 'capital gains' arise? 2. When there is a natural increase…Indian Economy
• What is/are the recent policy initiative(s) of Government of India to promote the growth manufacturing sector? 1. Setting up of National Investment and Manufacturing Zones 2.…Indian Economy
• Which of the following can be said to be essentially the parts of 'Inclusive Governance'? 1. Permitting the Non-Banking Financial Companies to do banking 2. Establishing effective…Indian Economy
• Which of the following measures would result in an increase in the money supply in the economy? 1. Purchase of government securities from the public by the Central Bank 2. Deposit…Indian Economy
• Which of the following would include Foreign Direct Investment in India? 1. Subsidiaries of foreign companies in India 2. Majority foreign equity holding in Indian companies 3.…Indian Economy
• With reference to consumers' rights/privileges under the provisions of law in India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Consumers are empowered to take samples…Indian Economy
• With reference to National Rural Health Mission, which of the following are the jobs of 'ASHA', a trained community health worker? 1. Accompanying women to the health facility for…Indian Economy
• A deadlock between the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha calls for a joint sitting of the Parliament during the passage of 1. Ordinary Legislation 2. Money Bill 3. Constitution…Indian Polity
• According to the Constitution of India, it is the duty of the President of India to cause to be laid before the Parliament which of the following? 1. The Recommendation of the…Indian Polity
• Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India: 1. Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code…Indian Polity
• Consider the following statements; 1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha 2. It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the…Indian Polity
• In India, other than ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and for intended purpose, what is the importance of the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)? 1.…Indian Polity
• In the areas covered under the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, what is the role/power of Gram Sabha? 1. Gram Sabha has the power to prevent alienation of…Indian Polity
• In the Parliament of India, the purpose of an adjournment motion isIndian Polity
• Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements: 1. He/She holds the office during the pleasure of the President 2. He/She need not be a member of…Indian Polity
• The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided in theIndian Polity
• The Prime Minister of India, at the time of his/her appointment:Indian Polity
• What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India? 1. While appointment the Supreme Court Judges, the President of India has to consult the Chief…Indian Polity
• Which of the following are included in the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court? 1. A dispute between the Government of India and one or more States 2. A dispute regarding…Indian Polity
• Which of the following are the methods of Parliamentary control over public finance in India? 1. Placing Annual Financial Statement before the Parliament 2. Withdrawal of moneys…Indian Polity
• Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian Constitution? 1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture 2. To protect…Indian Polity
• Which of the following is/are among the noticeable features of the recommendations of the Thirteenth Finance Commission? 1. A design for the Goods and Services Tax, and a…Indian Polity
• Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India have a bearing on Education? 1. Directive Principles of State Policy 2. Rural and Urban Local Bodies 3. Fifth…Indian Polity
• Which of the following special powers have been conferred on the Rajya Sabha by the Constitution of India?Indian Polity
• Which reference to the Delimitation Commission, consider the following statements: 1. The orders of the Delimitation Commission cannot be challenged in a Court of Law 2. When the…Indian Polity
• Consider the following statements: The most effective contribution made by Dadabhai Naoroji to the cause of Indian National Movement was that he 1. Exposed the economic…Modern Indian History
• Consider the following: 1. Assessment of land revenue on the basis of nature of the soil and the quality of crops 2. Use of mobile cannons in warfare 3. Cultivation of tobacco and…Modern Indian History
• During Indian freedom struggle, the National Social Conference was formed. What was the reason for its formation?Modern Indian History
• Mahatma Gandhi underlook fast unto death in 1932, mainly becauseModern Indian History
• The Congress ministries resigned in the seven provinces in 1939, because:Modern Indian History
• The Lahore Session of the Indian National Congress (1929) is very important in history, because 1. The Congress passed a resolution demanding complete independence 2. The rift…Modern Indian History
• The Rowlatt Act aimed atModern Indian History
• Which of the following is/are the principal feature(s) of the Government of India Act, 1919? 1. Introduction of diarchy in the executive government of the provinces 2. Introduction…Modern Indian History
• Which of the following parties were established by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar? 1. The Peasants and Workers Party of India 2. All India Scheduled Castes Federation 3. The Independent Labour…Modern Indian History