Prelims Refresher Programme Test - 1

Question 1

With reference to ‘Citizenship in India’, consider the following statements:

1. In India, citizenship can be acquired both on the basis of birth and naturalisation.
2. The Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2015 merged the Person of Indian Origin (PIO) category with Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) category.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 2

The Preamble of the Constitution of India ensures?

1. Economic liberty
2. Equality of opportunity
3. Liberty of faith

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 3

Consider the following statements:

1. The territorial integrity of the states in India is guaranteed by the Constitution.
2. Indian territory can be ceded to a foreign state only by Constitutional amendment.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 4

With reference to the concept of Universal Adult Franchise, consider the following statements:

1. It is based on the principle of equality.
2. People express their sovereign will through the right to vote.
3. It allows all adult citizens to be involved in the governance of the state.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 5

Consider the following statements about ‘the Charter Act of 1833’:

1. It provided for the establishment of a law commission.
2. It ended the administrative functions of the East India Company.
3. It lifted all the restrictions on European immigration.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 6

Consider the following statements:

‘Sovereignty’ mentioned in the Preamble to the Constitution of India signifies

1. The complete political freedom and the supreme authority as a nation.
2. The constitutional authorities and organs of government derive their power only from the people.
3. Sovereignty rests with the Parliament of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 7

With reference to the idea of fraternity in Preamble, consider the following statements:

1. It ensures the dignity of individuals.
2. It assures the unity and integrity of the nation.
3. The word integrity was inserted through the 44^th Constitutional Amendment to the Constitution.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the concept of Social justice?

Question 9

Consider the following statements:

1. An area with extensive mechanised cultivation of wheat.
2. Pastures affected by the local wind called Chinook.
3. An area with little maritime influence.
4. Rainfall between 25 cm to 75 cm.

The geographical features given above are associated with which of the following?

Question 10

Consider the following pairs:

	Desert	Ocean Current
1.	Sonoran	Gulfstream
2.	Atacama	Peruvian Current
3.	Namib	Agulhas Current

 Which of the pairs given above is/are not correctly matched?

Question 11

“It is a transitional type of climate found between the equatorial rainforests and hot deserts. Floods and droughts are common. Extreme diurnal range temperature is a characteristic feature. Prevailing winds of the region are the Trade Winds, which bring rain to the coastal regions. On-shore winds in summer bring rain. Off-shore winds in winter keep the climate dry and rainfall decreases from East to West. There is no distinct rainy season”

Which of the following regions is described in the above passage?

Question 12

With reference to Lake Urmia, consider the following statements:

1. It is situated in Iraq.
2. It is a freshwater lake.
3. The lake is a UNESCO biosphere reserve.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 13

With reference to the ‘Reservations for Economically Weaker Sections’, consider the following statements:

1. 103^rd Constitutional Amendment Act introduces 10% reservation in employment for economically weaker sections.
2. Article 15 permits the Government to reserve seats in services for the economically weaker sections.
3. The identification of beneficiaries is done on the basis of Socio-Economic and Caste Census.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 14

Consider the following statements:

1. Ultima Thule is a natural satellite of Mars.
2. NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft has found evidence of water on Ultima Thule.
3. The Kuiper belt is an asteroid belt lying between Mars and Jupiter.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 15

The term ‘Insider Trading’ recently seen in the news refers to?

Question 16

Recently “Paris Call” was in the news, it relates to which of the following:

Question 17

Which of the following are regarded as the main features of the “Rule of Law”?

1. Limitation of powers
2. Equality before law
3. People’s responsibility to the Government
4. Liberty and civil rights

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Question 18

With reference to river Teesta, consider the following statements:

1. The source of river Teesta is the same as that of Brahmaputra but it flows through Sikkim.
2. River Rangeet originates in Sikkim and it is a tributary of river Teesta.
3. River Teesta flows into the Bay of Bengal on the border of India and Bangladesh.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 19

Which one of the following reflects the most appropriate relationship between law and liberty?

Question 20

What are the benefits of implementing the ‘Integrated Watershed Development Programme’?

1. Prevention of soil runoff
2. Linking the country’s perennial rivers with seasonal rivers
3. Rainwater harvesting and recharge of groundwater table
4. Regeneration of natural vegetation

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Question 21

Which one of the following is not a feature of Indian federalism?

Question 22

In the context of India, which one of the following is the correct relationship between Rights and Duties?

Question 23

Which of the following statements is not correct regarding the amendability of the Indian Constitution?

Question 24

Which one of the following provisions of the Indian Constitution can be amended by a special majority of the Parliament and the ratification by half of the states.

Question 25

Which of the following right(s) is/are recognised as a Fundamental Right under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution?

1. Right to Privacy
2. Right to Work
3. Right to Health

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Question 26

Consider the following:

1. The Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987
2. The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980
3. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
4. Ancient and Historical Monument and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1951

Which of the above-mentioned legislation was enacted by the Parliament to enforce the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)?

Question 27

Which of the following is/are correct regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy?

1. They resemble the ‘Instrument of Instructions’ enumerated in the Government of India Act of 1919.
2. They are non-justiciable in nature.
3. They can be examined in determining the constitutional validity of law by the court.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 28

With reference to Fundamental Duties, consider the following statements:

1. Fundamental duties extend to both citizens and foreigners.
2. They are enforceable only by Parliament.
3. It helps the court in determining the constitutional validity of a law.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 29

Regarding the basic structure of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:

1. It restricts the Parliament power to amend the Constitution under Article 368.
2. Concept of a welfare state forms part of the basic structure.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 30

Consider the following statements:

1. Freedom of the press is stated under Article 19 of the Constitution.
2. Freedom of speech and expression can be restricted on the grounds of the integrity of India and the security of the state.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 31

Arrange the soil type which will be found along the Ganga river basin while moving from North to South throughout the course:

1. Terai
2. Bhabhar
3. Khadar
4. Bhangar

Which of the following is the correct sequence in order?

Question 32

With reference to Peninsular plateau, consider the following statements:

1. It was the result of the tectonic shifts of the Gondwana Land.
2. The eastern extension of plateaus is drained by Damodar river.
3. Karbi-Anglong Plateau is a part of the Deccan Plateau.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 33

‘Thwaites Glacier’ recently seen in news is located in:

Question 34

Which of the following share(s) borders with both the Caspian Sea and the Persian Gulf?

1. Iraq
2. Iran
3. Turkmenistan

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Question 35

The ‘Sangrai dance’ which was recently seen in news is performed by the local tribals of:

Question 36

With reference to ‘blaNDM-1’, consider the following statements:

1. It is an Antibiotic-Resistant Gene.
2. It is found only in India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 37

With reference to Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN), consider the following statements:

1. Land Degradation Neutrality aims to enhance food security.
2. SDG-16 aims to achieve land degradation neutrality.
3. Bonn Challenge aims to restore degraded land and ecological integrity.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 38

Which of the following countries will be covered under the Farm to Port Project?

1. United Arab Emirates
2. Saudi Arabia
3. Qatar

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Question 39

Right to Privacy is protected as an intrinsic part of Right to Life and Personal Liberty.

Which of the following in the Constitution of India correctly and appropriately implies the above statement?

Question 40

Which principle among the following was added to the Directive Principles of State Policy by the 42^nd Amendment to the Constitution?

Question 41

With reference to the Parliamentary system in India, consider the following statements:

1. The Prime Minister is de jure executive while the President is the de facto executive.
2. The advice tendered by the Council of Ministers is binding on the President.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 42

Which of the following is/are the features of the Presidential system of government?

1. Dual executive
2. Separation of powers
3. Spoils system
4. Non-responsibility

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Question 43

With reference to the Inter-State Council, consider the following statements:

1. It can be formed under Article 263 of the Constitution.
2. It is a recommendatory body.
3. It was first recommended by the Punchhi Commission.

Which of the following statements given above is/are correct?

Question 44

Cyber laws fall under the purview of:

Question 45

The distinguishing feature of a federal government is:

Question 46

Regarding the statutory grants, consider the following statements:

1. Statutory grants are provided to all states every year.
2. They are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
3. They are made on the recommendations of NITI Aayog.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 47

With reference to ‘Proclamation of Emergency’, consider the following statements:

1. It can be proclaimed on the ground of failure of constitutional machinery.
2. It violates the federal ethos of Indian Constitution.
3. This type of emergency has been declared thrice in our country.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 48

Consider the following statements:

1. River Boards Act 1956 mandated for the regulation and development of inter-state rivers and river valleys.
2. Water is listed under the Concurrent List of the Indian constitution.
3. Parliament can restrain the courts from adjudicating the inter-state water disputes.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 49

Which of the following factors positively affect the Indian monsoon?

1. Differential heating and cooling of land and water
2. Shift of the ITCZ over Gangetic plain
3. High-pressure area in the Indian Ocean
4. El Nino Southern Oscillations

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Question 50

Consider the following statements:

1. The cold weather season over the north Indian plains is due to cyclonic disturbances.
2. The low-pressure systems originate over the Mediterranean Sea and western Asia move to India.
3. The western cyclonic disturbance is important for Kharif cultivation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 51

Identify the location mentioned in the paragraph given below?

It is a national park and also a wildlife sanctuary. It is included in the UNESCO Natural World Heritage site list. It is categorized as a Project Tiger reserve, an elephant reserve and a biosphere reserve. It is located in the Himalayan foothills in Assam, it is contiguous with the border of Bhutan.

Question 52

The ‘Kawtchhuah Ropui heritage site’ which was recently seen in the news is located in?

Question 53

Recently seen in the news, INSTEX is:

Question 54

Which of the following is/are correct regarding the concept of circular economy?

1. A circular economy enhances natural capital by encouraging flows of nutrients within the system.
2. It is based on the concept of renewability of resources in the economy.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 55

Recently in news, Vision Zero Conference is related to:

Question 56

Bagru block printing is the traditional art of?

Question 57

Which of the following are not necessarily the consequences of the proclamation of the President’s rule in a State?

1. Dissolution of the State Legislative Assembly
2. Removal of the Council of Ministers in the State
3. Dissolution of the local bodies

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Question 58

The Parliament of India acquires the power to legislate on any item in the State List in the national interest if a resolution to that effect is passed by the

Question 59

Consider the following statements:

1. In India, the Himalayas are spread over five States only.
2. Western Ghats are spread over five States only.
3. Pulicat Lake is spread over two States only.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 60

Which of the following statements regarding laterite soils of India are correct?

1. They are generally red in colour.
2. They are rich in nitrogen and potash.
3. They are well-developed in Rajasthan and UP.
4. Tapioca and cashew nuts grow well on these soils.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Question 61

Which one of the following best describes the commutation power of the President of India?

Question 62

With reference to Vice-President of India, consider the following statements:

1. He is an ex-officio Chairman of the Council of States.
2. He is not a part of Parliament.
3. The 11^th Constitutional Amendment Act deleted the provision of the joint sitting of both the houses of Parliament for the election of Vice-President.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 63

Which of the following is correct with reference to the office of Governor of State in India?

Question 64

Consider the following statements:

1. The Prime Minister holds office during the pleasure of the President.
2. The resignation of the incumbent Prime Minister automatically dissolves the Council of Ministers.
3. The Prime Minister recommends the dissolution of the Parliament to the President.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 65

With reference to the ‘cabinet system’, consider the following statement:

1. The term cabinet is mentioned in Article 75 of the Constitution.
2. It forms the part of the Council of Ministers.
3. The term Union cabinet was added in 1978 by the 44^th Constitutional Amendment Act.

Which of the statement (s) given above is/are correct?

Question 66

Consider the following statements :

1. Cabinet Committees are not mentioned in the Constitution.
2. The government recently constituted the Cabinet Committee on employment and skill development.
3. All the Cabinet Committees are headed by the Prime Minister of India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 67

With reference to the ‘Council of Ministers’, consider the following statements:

1. They are appointed by the Prime Minister.
2. They are collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha.
3. The Council of Ministers shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are not correct?

Question 68

Consider the following statements, with reference to Sundarbans mangrove forest:

1. It lies on the delta of the Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna rivers.
2. The area is spread across India and Bangladesh.
3. It is home to many rare and globally threatened wildlife species such as Royal Bengal Tiger, Gangetic dolphin, and Olive ridley turtles.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 69

With reference to ‘millets’, consider the following statements:

1. It grows well in dry zones/rain-fed areas.
2. It is rich in gluten content.
3. It is good for individuals suffering from celiac disease.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 70

Identify the place where Agasthyakoodam peak is located?

Question 71

Abohar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in:

Question 72

Regarding the National Mineral Policy 2019, consider the following statements:

1. It introduces the Right of First Refusal.
2. It introduces the concept of Inter-Generational Equity.
3. The policy focuses on the use of coastal waterways.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

Question 73

‘UNNATI’ programme which was recently seen in the news is related to?

Question 74

With reference to the Programme for International Students Assessment (PISA), consider the following statements:

1. It is an international survey conducted by UNESCO.
2. It is designed to assess reading, mathematics, and science literacy of 15-year-old students.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 75

With reference to the Periodic Labour Force Survey 2017-18, consider the following statements:

1. It was launched by the Central Statistics Office (CSO).
2. It measures quarterly changes of various labour market statistical indicators for urban areas only.
3. More than two-thirds of rural females are engaged in the agriculture sector.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 76

Which of the following is/are the function/ functions of the Cabinet Secretariat?

1. Preparation of agenda for Cabinet Meetings
2. Secretarial assistance to Cabinet Committees
3. Allocation of Financial resources to the Ministries

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Question 77

Who among the following have held the office of the Vice-President of India?

1. Mohammad Hidayatullah
2. Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed
3. Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
4. Shankar Dayal Sharma

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Question 78

Consider the following statements:

1. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted against the Governor of a State in any court during his term of office.
2. The emoluments and allowances of the Governor of a State shall not be diminished during his term of office.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 79

Which one of the following statements is correct?

Question 80

With reference to the State Legislative Council, consider the following statements:

1. The strength of the legislative council is fixed by the Parliament.
2. One-twelfth of members are nominated by the Governor.
3. The members are elected through the system of proportional representation by means of a single transferable vote by secret ballot.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 81

Regarding the passage of a bill in the state legislature, consider the following statements:

1. The legislative assembly cannot override the legislative council.
2. In case of a bicameral legislature in the States, the Constitution provides for a joint sitting of the two houses for resolving the deadlock.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 82

Which of the following motions can be introduced only in Lok Sabha?

1. No-Confidence Motion
2. Privilege Motion
3. Adjournment Motion
4. Censure Motion

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Question 83

Consider the following statements regarding the leader of opposition in Parliament:

1. The leader of opposition in Parliament is a statutory office.
2. The office of leader of opposition is mentioned in the constitution.
3. They enjoy the status of a cabinet minister.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 84

Regarding the powers of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, consider the following statements:

1. Any ordinary law needs to be passed by both the Houses of Parliament.
2. Lok Sabha exercises more powers in case of money bills.
3. The ‘no confidence’ motion can be introduced in Rajya Sabha.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 85

Which of the following is/are the function(s) of Indian Parliament?

1. Judicial functions
2. Financial functions
3. Representation functions
4. Constituent Function

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Question 86

With reference to the Rajya Sabha, consider the following statements:

1. The term of office of members of the Rajya Sabha is fixed by the Constitution.
2. The election is held in accordance with the system of proportional representation by means of the single transferable vote.
3. The election of the member from each state is fixed by the fourth schedule of the Constitution.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 87

Consider the following statements:

1. Delimitation aims to provide equal representation to equal segments of a population.
2. Article 82 empowers the Parliament to enact a Delimitation Act after every Census.
3. The 84^th Amendment Act froze the allocation of seats in the Lok Sabha up to the year 2026 based on the 2001 census.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 88

Consider the following statements:

1. Demographic dividend indicates that more people have the potential to be productive and contribute to the growth of the economy.
2. The strong social infrastructure is key to reap the benefits of demographic dividend.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 89

The term ‘capability deprivation’ is often used in which of the following context?

Question 90

Consider the following pairs:

Goals	Purpose
1. SDG Goal 1	No Poverty
2. SDG Goal 4	Zero Hunger
3. SDG Goal 5	Quality Education
4. SDG Goal 6	Cleaner Water and Sanitation

which of the pairs given above are matched correctly?

Question 91

Consider the following statements:

1. A statutory town is a place where at least 75% of the male working population is engaged in the non-agricultural sector.
2. Conversion of Census towns into Statutory town entitles them to Central assistance as per the guidelines of the 14^th Finance Commission.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 92

Consider the following statements:

1. Formalin is used to increase the shelf-life of fresh or chilled fish.
2. Formalin is non-carcinogenic in nature.
3. Formaldehyde exists in many animal and plant species as a product of their normal metabolism.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 93

Consider the following statements:

1. Trans fat lowers the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and raises the high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels.
2. Trans fat is used to enhance the flavour, texture and shelf life of processed foods.
3. FSSAI permits 30% of trans fatty acid in food products.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 94

With reference to ‘Strategic Petroleum Reserves’ in India, consider the following statements:

1. It is an emergency fuel storage maintained for military use only.
2. It is managed by a Special Purpose Vehicle under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas.
3. India has the third largest Strategic Petroleum Reserve in the world.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 95

Regarding the Principle of Non-refoulement, consider the following statements:

1. It guarantees that no one should be returned to a country where they would face torture, cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment.
2. India’s refugee policy recognizes the principle of non-refoulement.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 96

Consider the following statements:

1. The Legislative Council of a State in India can be larger in size than half of the Legislative Assembly of that particular State.
2. The Governor of a State nominates the Chairman of the Legislative Council of that particular State.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 97

What is the difference between “vote-on-account” and “Interim Budget”?

1. The provision of a “vote-on-account” is used by a regular Government while an “interim budget” is a provision used by a caretaker Government.
2. A “vote-on-account” only deals with the expenditure in Government’s budget, while an “interim budget” includes both expenditure and receipts.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 98

Which of the following special powers have been conferred on the Rajya Sabha by the Constitution of India?

Question 99

What will follow if a Money Bill is substantially amended by the Rajya Sabha?

Question 100

With reference to President of India, consider the following statements:

1. The executive power of the Union is vested in the President.
2. The President has no discretionary powers.
3. The President is a part of the Parliament.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?