Prelims Analysis
Questions asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2024 From Drishti Sources
- 25 Jun 2024
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Set-D
Prelims Q.1: How many Delimitation Commissions have been constituted by the Government of India till December 2023?
(a) One
(b) Two
(c) Three
(d) Four
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Prelims Q.2: The Constitution (71st Amendment) Act, 1992 amends the Eighth Schedule to the Constitution to include which of the following languages?
- Konkani
- Manipuri
- Nepali
- Maithili
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1, 2 and 4
(c) 1, 3 and 4
(d) 2, 3 and 4
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Prelims Q.4: Which of the following statements are correct about the Constitution of India?
- Powers of the Municipalities are given in Part IX A of the Constitution.
- Emergency provisions are given Part XVIII of the Constitution.
- Provisions related to the amendment of the Constitution are given in Part XX the Constitution.
Select the answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Prelims Q.7: What are the duties of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) as Head of the Department of Military Affairs?
- Permanent Chairman of Chiefs of Staff Committee
- Exercise military command over the three Service Chiefs
- Principal Military Advisor to Defence Minister on all tri-service matters
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
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Prelims Q.8: Operations undertaken by the Army towards upliftment of the local population in remote areas to include addressing of their basic needs is called:
(a) Operation Sankalp
(b) Operation Maitri
(c) Operation Sadbhavana
(d) Operation Madad
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Prelims Q.10: Which of the following statements about the Ethics Committee in the Lok Sabha are correct?
- Initially it was an ad-hoc Committee
- Only a Member of the Lok Sabha can make a complaint relating to unethical conduct of a member of the Lok Sabha.
- This Committee (cannot) take up any matter which is sub-judice.
Select the answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Prelims Q.11: Who was the Provisional President of the constituent Assembly before Dr. Rajendra Prasad took over?
(a) C. Rajagopalachari
(b) Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
(c) T.T. Krishnamachari
(d) Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha
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Prelims Q.12: With reference to the Government of India Act. 1935, consider the following statements:
- It provided for the establishment of an All India Federation based on the union of the British Indian Provinces and Princely States.
- Defence and Foreign Affairs were kept under the control of the federal legislature.
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
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Prelims Q.14: Sanghabhuti, an Indian Bhuddhist monk, who traveled to China at the end of the fourth century AD, was the author of a commentary on:
(a) Prajnaparamita Sutra
(b) Visuddhimagga
(c) Sarvastivada Vinaya
(d) Lalitavistara
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Prelims Q.15: Consider the following properties included in the World Heritage List released by UNESCO:
- Shantiniketan.
- Rani-ki-Vav
- 3.Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas
- Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodhgaya How many of the above properties were included in 2023?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
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Prelims Q.16: As per Article 368 of the Constitution of India, the Parliament may amend any provision of the Constitution by way of:
- Addition
- Variation
- Repeal
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Prelims Q.18: Which of the following statements are correct in respect of a Money Bill in the Parliament?
- Article 109 mentions special procedure in respect of Money Bills.
- A Money Bill shall not be introduced in the Council of States.
- The Rajya Sabha can either approve the Bill or suggest changes but cannot reject it.
- Amendment to a Money Bill suggested by the Rajya Sabha have to be accepted by the Lok Sabha.
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) 1, 3 and 4
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Prelims Q.21: Consider the following statements regarding ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam’ :
- Provisions will come into effect from the 18th Lok Sabha.
- This will be in force for 15 years after becoming an Act.
- There are provisions for the reservation of seats for Scheduled Casters Women within the quota reserved for the Scheduled Castes.
Which of the statements given above are correct ?
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
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Prelims Q.22: Which of the following statements about ‘Exercise Mitra Shakti-2023’ are correct?
- This was a joint military exercise between India and Bangladesh.
- It commenced in Aundh (Pune).
- Joint response during counter-terrorism operations was a goal of this operation.
- Indian Air Force was a part of this exercise.
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 1, 2 and 4
(c) 1, 3 and 4
(d) 2, 3 and 4
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Prelims Q.23: A Writ of Prohibition is an order issued by the Supreme Court or High Courts to :
(a) a government officer prohibiting him from taking a particular action.
(b) the Parliament/Legislative Assembly to pass a law on Prohibition.
(c) the lower court prohibiting continuation of proceedings in a case.
(d) the Government prohibiting it from following an unconstitutional policy.
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Prelims Q.27: Consider the following pairs:
| Country | Reason for being in the news | |
| 1. | Argentina | Worst economic crisis |
| 2. | Sudan | War between the country’s regular army and paramilitary forces |
| 3. | Turkey | Rescinded its membership of NATO |
How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
(a) Only one pair
(b) Only two pairs
(c) All three pair
(d) None of the pairs
Prelims Q.28: Consider the following statements :
Statement-I : Sumed pipeline is a strategic route for Persian Gulf oil and natural gas shipments to Europe.
Statement-II : Sumed pipeline connects the Red Sea with the Mediterranean Sea.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain StatementI
(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Prelims Q.30: According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which one of the following is the largest source of sulphur dioxide emissions ?
(a) Locomotives using fossil fuels
(b) Ships using fossil fuels
(c) Extraction of metals from ores
(d) Power plants using fossil fuels
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Prelims Q.32: Consider the following statements :
Statement-I : Syndicated lending spreads the risk of borrower default across multiple lenders.
Statement-II :The syndicated loan can be a fixed amount/lump sum of funds, but cannot be a credit line.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain StatementI
(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Prelims Q.33: Consider the following statements in respect of the digital rupee:
- It is a sovereign currency issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in alignment with its monetary policy.
- It appears as a liability on the RBI’s balance sheet.
- It is insured against inflation by its very design.
- It is freely convertible against commercial bank money and cash.
Which of the statements given above are correct ?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2 and 4
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Prelims Q.36: Who of the following rulers of medieval India gave permission to the Portuguese to build a fort at Bhatkal?
(a) Krishnadevaraya
(b) Narasimha Saluva
(c) Muhammad Shah III
(d) Yusuf Adil Shah
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PT Sprint - GS Sectional Test 1
Sambhav - 30/12/2023
Prelims Q.37: With reference to revenue collection by Cornwallis, consider the following statements :
- Under the Ryotwari Settlement of revenue collection, the peasants were exempted from revenue payment in case of bad harvests or natural calamities.
- Under the Permanent Settlement in Bengal, if the Zamindar failed to pay his revenues to the state, on or before the fixed date, he would be removed from his Zamindari.
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
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Prelims Q.40: Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO ?
(a) Chhau dance
(b) Durga Puja
(c) Garba dance
(d) Kumbh mela
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Prelims Q.43: With reference to the Speaker of the Lok Sabha, consider the following statements :
While any resolution for the removal of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is under consideration
- He/She shall not preside.
- He/She shall not have the right to speak
- He/She shall not be entitled to vote on the resolution in the first instance.
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
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Prelims Q.44: With reference to the Indian Parliament, consider the following statements :
- A bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on its dissolution.
- A bill passed by the Lok Sabha and pending in the Rajya Sabha lapses on the dissolution of the Lok Sabha.
- A bill in regard to which the President of India notified his/her intention to summon the Houses to a joint sitting lapses on the dissolution of the Lok Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2
(c) 2 and 3
(d) 3 only
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Prelims Q.45: With reference to the Parliament of India, consider the following statements :
- Prorogation of a House by the President of India does not require the advice of the Council of Ministers.
- Prorogation of a House is generally done after the House is adjourned sine die but there is no bar to the President of India prorogating the House which is in session.
- Dissolution of the Lok Sabha is done by the President of India who, save in exceptional circumstances, does so on the advice of the Council of Ministers.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2
(c) 2 and 3
(d) 3 only
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Prelims Q.48: With reference to the Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme, consider the following statements :
- To implement the scheme, the Central Government provides 100% funding.
- Under the Scheme, Cadastral Maps are digitized.
- An initiative has been undertaken to transliterate the Records of Rights from local language to any of the languages recognized by the Constitution of India.
Which of the statements given above are correct ?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Prelims Q.49: With reference to the ‘Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan’, consider the following statements :
- This scheme guarantees a minimum package of antenatal care services to women in their second and third trimesters of pregnancy and six months post-delivery health care service in any government health facility.
- Under this scheme, private sector health care providers of certain specialities can volunteer to provide services at nearby government health facilities.
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
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Prelims Q.50: With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) Yojana, consider the following statements :
- The entry age group for enrolment in the scheme is 21 to 40 years.
- Age specific contribution shall be made by the beneficiary.
- Each subscriber under the scheme shall receive a minimum pension of Rs. 3000 per month after attaining the age of 60 years.
- Family pension is applicable to the spouse and unmarried daughters.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
(a) 1, 3 and 4
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 1, 2 and 4
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Prelims Q.51: Consider the following statements :
Statement-I : The atmosphere is heated more by incoming solar radiation than by terrestrial radiation.
Statement-II : Carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are good absorbers of long wave radiation.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain StatementI
(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Prelims Q.52: Consider the following statements :
Statement-I: Thickness of the troposphere at the equator is much greater as compared to poles.
Statement-II : At the equator, heat is transported to great heights by strong convectional currents.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain StatementI
(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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SAMBHAV - 25/01/2024
Prelims Q.53: Consider the following :
- Pyroclastic debris
- Ash and dust
- Nitrogen compounds
- Sulphur compounds
How many of the above are products of volcanic eruptions ?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
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Prelims Q.56: With reference to the Himalayan rivers Joining the Ganga downstream of Prayagraj from West to East, which one of the following sequences is correct ?
(a) Ghaghara - Gomati - Gandak - Kosi
(b) Gomati - Ghaghara - Gandak - Kosi
(c) Ghaghara - Gomati - Kosi – Gandak
(d) Gomati - Ghaghara - Kosi - Gandak
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Prelims Q.57: Consider the following statements :
Statement-I: Rainfall is one of the reasons for weathering of rocks.
Statement II: Rain water contains carbon dioxide in solution.
Statement-III: Rain water contains atmospheric oxygen.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?
(a) Both Statement-II and Statement-III are correct and both of them explain Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-II and Statement-III are correct, but only one of them explains StatementI
(c) Only one of the Statements II and III is correct and that explains Statement-I
(d) Neither Statement-II nor Statement-Ill is correct
Prelims Q.58: Consider the following countries :
- Finland
- Germany
- Norway
- Russia
How many of the above countries have a border with the North Sea?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
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Prelims Q.61: The organisms "Cicada, Froghopper and Pond skater" are :
(a) Birds
(b) Fish
(c) Insects
(d) Reptiles
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Prelims Q.70: Consider the following :
- Cashew
- Papaya
- Red sanders
How many of the above trees are actually native to India ?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
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Prelims Q.72: With reference to "water vapour", which of the following statements is/are correct ?
- It is a gas, the amount of which decreases with altitude.
- Its percentage is maximum at the poles.
Select the answer using the code given below :
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Prelims Q.73: Consider the following description :
- Annual and daily range of temperatures is low.
- Precipitation occurs throughout the year.
- Precipitation varies between 50 cm – 250 cm.
What is this type of climate ?
(a) Equatorial climate
(b) China type climate
(c) Humid subtropical climate
(d) Marine West coast climate
Prelims Q.74: With reference to "Coriolis force", which of the following statements is/are correct ?
- It increases with increase in wind velocity.
- It is maximum at the poles and is absent at the equator.
Select the answer using the code given below :
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
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Prelims Q.75: On June 21 every year, which of the following latitude(s) experience(s) a sunlight of more than 12 hours ?
- Equator
- Tropic of Cancer
- Tropic of Capricorn
- Arctic Circle
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 3 and 4
(d) 2 and 4
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Prelims Q.77: With reference to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) thal are used in making many consumer product, consider the following statements :
- PFAS are found to be widespread in drinking water, food and food packaging material.
- PFAS are not easily degraded in the environment.
- Persistent exposure to PFAS can lead to bioaccumulation in animal bodies.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Prelims Q.80: Consider the following statements
Statement-I: The Indian Flying Fox is placed under the “vermin” category in the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.
Statement-II: The Indian Flying Fox feeds on the blood of other animals.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?
(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain StatementI.
(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
(d) Statement-l is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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Prelims Q.81: The total fertility rate in a economy is defined as :
(a) the number of children born per 1000 people in the population in a year.
(b) the number of children born to couple in their lifetime in a given population.
(c) the birth rate minus death rate.
(d) the average number of live births a woman would have by the end of her child-bearing age
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SAMBHAV - 2024: 08/02/2024
Prelims Q.85: With reference to the sectors of the Indian economy, consider the following pairs:
Economic activity Sector
- Storage of agricultural produce Secondary
- Dairy farm Primary
- Mineral exploration Tertiary
- Weaving cloth Secondary
How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four
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Sambhav - 2024: 06/02/2024
Prelims Q.86: Consider the following materials:
- Agricultural residues
- Corn grain
- Wastewater treatment sludge
- Wood mill waste
Which of the above can be used as feedstock for producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
(d) 1, 3 and 4 only
Prelims Q.88: Which one of the following words/phrases is most appropriately used to denote "an interoperable network of 3D virtual worlds that can be accessed simultaneously by millions of users, who can exert property rights over virtual items"?
(a) Big data analytics
(b) Cryptography
(c) Metaverse
(d) Virtual matrix
Prelims Q.90: With reference to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) rules in India, consider the following statements:
- CSR rules specify that expenditures that benefit the company directly or its employees will not be considered as CSR activities.
- CSR rules do not specify minimum spending on CSR activities.
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
Prelims Q.91: With reference to radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTGs), consider the following statements:
- RTGs are miniature fission reactors.
- RTGs are used for powering the onboard systems of spacecrafts.
- RTGs can use Plutonium-238, which is a by-product of weapons development.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Prelims Q.95: Consider the following aircraft:
- Rafael
- MiG-29
- Tejas MK-1
How many of the above are considered fifth generation fighter aircraft?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
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