UPPSC 2020 Prelims Question Paper with Answers

Every question of the UPPSC 2020 Prelims General Studies Paper-I — solved with the official answer key, a detailed explanation, key facts, concept diagrams and linked UPSC previous-year questions. The question text has been verified against the official question paper.

1. Q1National Clean Air Programme has been launched by the Central Government in the yearAnswer: D — 2019
2. Q2The rulers of which of the following dynasty have been called as 'Shriparvatiya' in Puranas ?Answer: B — Ikshvakus
3. Q3Which of the following Committees recommended a poverty line based on nutritional requirements exclusively ?Answer: A — Alagh Committee
4. Q4The official 'Agronomai' during Mauryan age was related with which of the following field ?Answer: C — Construction of roads
5. Q5Which of the following indicators is NOT used to calculate Human Development Index (HDI) ?Answer: D — Social Inequality
6. Q6Match List – I (Mahajanpadas) with List – II (Capitals) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List – I: A. Matsya, B. Kuru, C. Sursena, D. Asmak List – II: 1. Mathura, 2. Potan, 3. Virat Nagar, 4. IndraprasthaAnswer: C — A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
7. Q7The idea of 'Cultural Poverty' was given byAnswer: A — Oscar Lewis
8. Q8Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : We have much more information about Cholas than their predecessors. Reason (R) : The Chola rulers adopted the practice of having inscriptions written on the walls of temples giving a historical narrative of their victories. Select the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: A — Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
9. Q9During the mid 80's decade of twentieth century, the negative aspects of development were discussed at large. Which one among the following was NOT such important ?Answer: C — Politics and Development
10. Q10Which of the following Indian Archaeologists first visited 'Bhimbetka Caves' and discovered prehistoric significance of its rock paintings ?Answer: C — V.S. Wakankar
11. Q11No. of cities in U.P. which are covered under the 'Smart City' SchemeAnswer: A — 10
12. Q12Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List – I (Harappan Site): A. Balu, B. Manda, C. Padri, D. Hulas List – II (UT/State of India): 1. Uttar Pradesh, 2. Jammu and Kashmir, 3. Haryana, 4. GujaratAnswer: D — A-3, B-2, C-4, D-1
13. Q13The discussion on 'Sustainable Development' was started after submitting a report on environment to the United Nation in 1987. That report wasAnswer: B — Our Common Future
14. Q14Consider the following statements and select the correct answer using the codes given below : 1. The Sun temple of Multan is mentioned by Hiuen Tsang, Abuzaiyid, Al-Masudi and Alberuni. 2. The pilgrimage to Sambapur was associated with Sun worship.Answer: C — Both 1 and 2 are correct
15. Q15The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) is a flagship initiative set up byAnswer: B — NITI Aayog
16. Q16Who of the following was sent as representative of labourers by Indian Government in the Washington Summit of I.L.O. in the year 1919 ?Answer: A — V.P. Wadia
17. Q17The book 'Silent Spring' published in 1962 which set the tone for an environmental movement in the world, was written byAnswer: C — Rachel Carson
18. Q18With reference to the Treaty of "Aix-la-Chapelle" – 1748, which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. The I Carnatic War was ended. 2. The English got back Madras. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.Answer: C — Both 1 and 2
19. Q19Which one among the following is NOT covered under Integrated Child Development Programme ?Answer: D — Family Planning
20. Q20Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List – I: A. Indian Arm Act, B. Royal Title Act, C. Indian High Court Act, D. Indian Divorce Act List – II: 1. 1876, 2. 1878, 3. 1869, 4. 1861Answer: D — A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3
21. Q21Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List – I: A. Indus Valley Civilization, B. Later Vedic Society, C. Rigvedic Society, D. Medieval Period List – II: 1. Pastoral, 2. Land Lordism, 3. Agrarian, 4. UrbanAnswer: D — A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2
22. Q22Who had merged Sikkim in India ?Answer: C — Lord Dalhousie
23. Q23Kanpur and Lucknow cities of U.P. became million cities as per the census of India in the yearAnswer: C — 1971 and 1981 respectively
24. Q24Who among the following leaders did NOT participated in the Second Round Table Conference ?Answer: D — Dr. Rajendra Prasad
25. Q25Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List – I: A. Jajmani, B. Bara Balute, C. Mirasi, D. Adade List – II: 1. North India, 2. Karnataka, 3. Maharashtra, 4. Tamil NaduAnswer: B — A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
26. Q26Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List – I (Book): A. The Story of My Deportation, B. Gita Rahasya, C. A Nation in Making, D. India Wins Freedom List – II (Writer): 1. Surendranath Banerjee, 2. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, 3. Lala Lajpat Rai, 4. Bal Gangadhar TilakAnswer: A — A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
27. Q27The concept of 'Marginal Man' was propounded byAnswer: A — Robert E. Park
28. Q28Who among the following established a modern armoury in Dindigal Mysore in 1755 ?Answer: B — Haider Ali
29. Q29Which one of the following is NOT a major cause of Wildlife Extinction ?Answer: D — Fast pace of population growth
30. Q30Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : The British Government introduced different land revenue system in different part of India. Reason (R) : It led to create different classes in Indian peasantry. Select the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: A — Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
31. Q31In August, 2020 Railway Museum in India was dedicated to the nation at which of the following places ?Answer: A — Hubballi
32. Q32Consider the following text and arrange them in chronological order : 1. Fatawa-i-Jahandari 2. Prithviraja-Raso 3. Kitab-ul-Hind 4. Tabaqat-i-Nasiri Select the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: D — 3, 2, 4, 1
33. Q33Which among the following became the first Arab Nation to launch the Mars Mission in July, 2020 ?Answer: C — United Arab Emirates
34. Q34Who was the ruler of Golkonda when Aurangzeb seized the fort of Golkonda in 1687 ?Answer: A — Abul Hasan Qutb Shah
35. Q35Which of the following neighbouring countries of India has banned free internet for social media in July, 2020 ?Answer: D — Bangladesh
36. Q36Which of the following statement/s is/are correct ? 1. Akbar tried to fix the age of marriage for boys and girls. 2. Akbar gave freedom to girls to marry at their own will and not under parental pressure. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.Answer: C — Both 1 and 2
37. Q37Which of the following statement/s about 'India Ideas Summit, 2020' is/are correct ? 1. It was organised by US – India Business Council virtually on 22nd July, 2020. 2. The theme of the Summit was 'Empowering India'. Select the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: A — 1 only
38. Q38Match List – I (Officer) with List – II (Assigned Duty) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List – I: A. Diwan-i-Tan, B. Mustaufi, C. Mushrif, D. Vakianvis (Waqia-navis) List – II: 1. Look after the office, 2. Maintained a proper list of main events and firmans, 3. Look after the Jagir and Salaries, 4. Examine the income-expenditure of StateAnswer: B — A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
39. Q39The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved on 29th July, 2020 to establish a National Law University at which of the following cities ?Answer: D — Prayagraj
40. Q40Which of the following is NOT correctly matched (Sufi saint – place) ?Answer: D — Shaikh Nizamuddin Auliya – Multan
41. Q41Indian Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports announced on 25th July, 2020 that in 2021 fourth 'Khelo India Youth Games' will be hosted byAnswer: A — Haryana
42. Q42Which of the following Mughal period canals, was constructed by restoring the Rajabwah of Firuz Shah ?Answer: B — Shahab Nahr
43. Q43Which of the following Indian Football Club became country's first ever football club to feature on NASDAQ billboards in New York's Time Square on 29th July, 2020 ?Answer: C — Mohan Bagan
44. Q44Who among the following was the author of the book 'Kitab-i-Nauras' ?Answer: A — Ibrahim Adil Shah II
45. Q45The first 'Kisan Rail' of India started its journey on 8th August, 2020 between which of the following two stations ?Answer: B — Devlali (Maharashtra) and Danapur (Bihar)
46. Q46In which of the following districts of U.P. a major solar power plant was established in collaboration with France in 2018 ?Answer: D — Mirzapur
47. Q47Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Summit) (Place)Answer: A — East Asia Summit, 2020 – Singapore
48. Q48How many more 'Ramsar Sites' were added to Uttar Pradesh in January, 2020 ?Answer: B — 6
49. Q49In which of the following States of India the first-ever E-Lok Adalat was started during the COVID-19 period ?Answer: C — Chhattisgarh
50. Q50Which of the following tribes is NOT the native to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands of India ?Answer: B — Rengma
51. Q51With reference to the detailed report of Tiger Census 2018 released by Government of India in July 2020, which of the following Statement(s) is/are correct ? 1. India has 70% of total global tiger's population. 2. Nearly 30% of India's tigers live outside tiger reserve. Select the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: C — 1 and 2 both
52. Q52Which of the following rivers is a Trans-Himalayan river ?Answer: B — Sutlej
53. Q53Which among the following hosted 'Global Vaccine Summit' on 4th June, 2020 ?Answer: A — United Kingdom
54. Q54Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Tribes) (Location)Answer: C — Khas – Arunachal Pradesh
55. Q55'Sarthak' launched in August 2020 by Ministry of Defence, Government of India relates to which of the following ?Answer: C — Offshore Patrol Vessel
56. Q56Match List – I (Lake) with List – II (Location) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: List – I (Lake): A. Sala Lake, B. Badkhal Lake, C. Loktak Lake, D. Kaliveli Lake List – II (Location): 1. Arunachal Pradesh, 2. Haryana, 3. Manipur, 4. Tamil NaduAnswer: A — A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
57. Q57Which of the following State Governments has started the 'Pashu-Kisan Credit Card' Scheme in the year 2020?Answer: B — Haryana
58. Q58Assertion (A): Ahmedabad is the largest centre of cotton textile industry in India. Reason (R): Ahmedabad is located in a major cotton growing region of India, so it has no problem of raw materials. Select the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: D — (A) is false but (R) is true
59. Q59On 27th July, 2020 the Prime Minister of India virtually inaugurated three new Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) high-end testing laboratories for COVID-19 at which of the following places?Answer: B — Kolkata, Noida, Mumbai
60. Q60Which one of the following is the youngest mountain range of India?Answer: A — Himadri Range
61. Q61Which of the following Airports in Uttar Pradesh has been granted International Status on 24th June, 2020 by Union Cabinet of India ?Answer: D — Kushinagar Airport
62. Q62Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List – I (National Parks) A. Indravati B. Mollem C. Kalesar D. Betva List – II (States) 1. Jharkhand 2. Haryana 3. Goa 4. Chhattisgarh Codes :Answer: A — A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1
63. Q63Which of the following countries was NOT elected in June 2020 as a non-permanent member of United Nations Security Council for the year 2021-22 ?Answer: D — Canada
64. Q64Which of the following are NOT correctly matched ? (Mineral) — (Mining City) 1. Copper – Chitradurga 2. Iron ore – Ballari 3. Manganese – Bhilwara 4. Bauxite – Katni Select the correct answer from the codes given below. Codes :Answer: C — 1 and 3
65. Q65Consider the following statements about New National Education Policy approved by Union Cabinet of India on 29th July, 2020 : 1. It was drafted by a Committee headed by Dr. K. Kasturirangan. 2. It will replace the previous Education Policy which has been followed since last 38 years. Select the correct statement(s) from the codes given below. Codes :Answer: A — 1 only
66. Q66Valley of Kashmir is situated betweenAnswer: B — Pir-Panjal and Himadri ranges
67. Q67Which of the following Indian States/Union Territories launched Electric Vehicle Policy on 7th August, 2020 ?Answer: C — Delhi
68. Q68Consider the following tributaries of River Yamuna and arrange them from West to East : 1. Betwa 2. Ken 3. Sindh 4. Chambal Select the correct answer from the codes given below. Codes :Answer: A — 4, 3, 1 and 2
69. Q69Which of the following Indian Foundations has received the Food Vision 2050 prize in August 2020 ?Answer: B — Naandi Foundation
70. Q70Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Country) — (Iron-Ore Producing Area)Answer: C — Germany — Normendy
71. Q71First ever containership from Kolkata Port to Agartala was sent through which one of the following Ports of Bangladesh in July 2020 ?Answer: D — Chattogram (Chittagong)
72. Q72In which of the following regions of the world, the production of citrus fruits is well developed ?Answer: C — Mediterranean regions
73. Q73Who among the following has been awarded with the 'Life Time Excellence' Award in Earth System Science in July 2020 by Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India ?Answer: D — Ashok Sahni
74. Q74Match List – I (Tropical cyclones) with List – II (Country) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List – I: A. Baguios, B. Hurricanes, C. Typhoons, D. Willy-Willies List – II: 1. Australia, 2. China, 3. Philippines, 4. United States of AmericaAnswer: B — A-3 B-4 C-2 D-1
75. Q75With reference to Eutrophication, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct ? 1. It decreases dissolved oxygen of water. 2. It is a phenomenon of nutrient enrichment of a water body. Select the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: C — Both 1 and 2
76. Q76Darling range is situated along which of the following coasts of Australia ?Answer: D — South-Western Coast
77. Q77Arrange the following events in chronological order of their commencement : I. Project Tiger II. Project Elephant III. Wildlife Protect Act IV. Biological Diversity Act Select the correct answer using the codes given below.Answer: C — III, I, II, IV
78. Q78Which of the following ocean currents is associated with Indian Ocean ?Answer: C — Agulhas current
79. Q79The movement of nutrient elements through the various components of an ecosystem is calledAnswer: A — Bio-geo-chemical cycle
80. Q80Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List – I (Ethnic Group) A. Jews B. Teda C. Beja D. Lur List – II (Country) 1. Egypt 2. Iran 3. Libya 4. Israel Codes :Answer: D — A-4 B-3 C-1 D-2
81. Q81Where was the Mitti Bachao (Save the Soil) Movement started in India ?Answer: C — Darbhanga, Bihar
82. Q82Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Country) — (Capital)Answer: D — Cape Verde — Bamako
83. Q83Without green house effect, the average temperature of earth surface would beAnswer: B — – 18°C
84. Q84Postmasburg and its adjacent areas of South Africa is major producer of which of the following minerals ?Answer: C — Manganese
85. Q85The entire sequence of communities that successively change in a particular area are calledAnswer: B — Sere
86. Q86Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List – I (Mountain): A. Atlas, B. Kalimanjaro, C. Chimbrozo, D. Pyrenees List – II (Country): 1. France/Spain, 2. Ecuador, 3. Tanzania, 4. MoroccoAnswer: A — A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1
87. Q87Which of the following natural substances contains iron (Fe) ?Answer: D — Myoglobin
88. Q88In Malaysia, the 'Kinta Valley' is famous forAnswer: C — Tin Production
89. Q89Change in the base sequence within a gene is calledAnswer: A — Mutation
90. Q90The equator does NOT pass through which of the following Countries ? 1. Gabon 2. Somalia 3. Equatorial Guinea 4. Rawanda Select the correct answer using the codes given below.Answer: D — 3 and 4
91. Q91Which of the following is used in fire alarm ?Answer: A — Photo cell
92. Q92Which Part of the Constitution has the provisions for Panchayati Raj System ?Answer: A — IX
93. Q93Which of the following polymer is NOT a thermoplastic ?Answer: B — Neoprene
94. Q94When was the third tier added to Indian Federal System ?Answer: C — 1992
95. Q95In human body, the digestion of protein begins in which of the following organs ?Answer: D — Stomach
96. Q96Which of the following is NOT possible by a law of Parliament under Article 3 of the Constitution ?Answer: D — Admission of new States
97. Q97Use of polished rice in human diet causes following diseasesAnswer: D — Beriberi
98. Q98In the removal of which of the following officials does the Parliament NOT play any role ? 1. Judges of the High Court 2. Judges of the Supreme Court 3. Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission 4. Comptroller and Auditor General of India Choose the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: D — 3 only
99. Q99Which of the following vitamins is mainly responsible for blood coagulation in human being ?Answer: A — Vitamin K
100. Q100The superintendence, direction and control of all elections to the Panchayats are vested inAnswer: D — The State Election Commission
101. Q101Consider the following statements about human brain : 1. The brain is responsible for regulating the heart beat. 2. It is responsible for balancing the body. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. Codes :Answer: C — 1 and 2 both are correct
102. Q102Which one of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched ?Answer: C — Administrative Tribunal — Article 323A
103. Q103Which of the following substances is obtained from a tree ?Answer: A — Asafoetida
104. Q104Which Article of the Indian Constitution describe the Central Vigilance Commission ?Answer: D — None of the above
105. Q105Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Invert sugar is more sweeter than sucrose. Reason (R) : Invert sugar is obtained by the hydrolysis of sucrose. Select the correct answer from the codes given below. Codes :Answer: B — Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
106. Q106Consider the following Chairpersons of the National Women Commission : 1. Jayanti Patnaik 2. Mamta Sharma 3. Dr. Girija Vyas 4. Dr. Poornima Advani Select the correct chronological order of their appointment from the codes given below. Codes :Answer: D — 1, 4, 3 and 2
107. Q107Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists: List-I (Metal) A. Sodium B. Mercury C. Silver D. Lead List-II (Property) 1. Good conductor of electricity 2. Liquid at room temperature 3. Poor conductor of heat 4. Can be easily cut with knifeAnswer: C — A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3
108. Q108Which region of the country was conferred special status under Article 371-J of the Constitution of India?Answer: B — Hyderabad and Karnataka
109. Q109Which one of the following substances is NOT synthetic?Answer: A — Fibroin
110. Q110Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched?Answer: C — Attorney General of India — Part XIII
111. Q111Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists: List-I (Substance) A. Blue Vitriol B. Eosin C. Silver iodide D. Zinc phosphide List-II (Use) 1. Artificial rain 2. Fungicide 3. Red ink 4. RodenticideAnswer: C — A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4
112. Q112Which is the largest Committee of the Indian Parliament?Answer: B — Estimates Committee
113. Q113According to the Report released by NITI Aayog in December 2019 on 'Sustainable Development Goals India Index 2019-20', the Uttar Pradesh is grouped under which of the following categories?Answer: B — Performer
114. Q114Which Articles of Indian Constitution are related to citizenship?Answer: C — Article 5 to 11
115. Q115Which of the following cities of Uttar Pradesh is/are covered under the 'Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana (HRIDAY)'? 1. Varanasi 2. Mathura 3. Prayagraj 4. Ayodhya Select the correct answer from the codes given below. Codes:Answer: C — 1 and 2
116. Q116Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): The nature of Indian Political System embodies the elements of 'continuity and change'. Reason (R): The Indian Political System contains the elements of the following political system such as the modern style, the traditional style and saint style. Select the correct answer from the codes given below. Codes:Answer: A — Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
117. Q117What should be Total Fertility Rate (TFR) of a population in order to reach at the replacement level of fertility?Answer: C — 2.1
118. Q118What can be the minimum strength of Council of Ministers including Chief Minister in the States?Answer: B — 12
119. Q119Which of the following methods has/have been used to estimate poverty in India? 1. Head Count Ratio 2. Calorie intake 3. Household Consumption Expenditure 4. Per Capita Income Select the correct answer from the codes given below. Codes:Answer: B — 1, 2 and 3
120. Q120The Supreme Court of India enunciated the doctrine of "Basic Structure of the Constitution" inAnswer: B — The Keshavanand Bharati Case in 1973
121. Q121With reference to 'Ayushman Bharat Yojana' which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? 1. This Yojana provides free health insurance of Rs. five lakh per person. 2. The expenses incurred in this Scheme (Yojana) is shared between the Centre and State in 60 : 40 ratio. Select the correct answer from the codes given below. Codes:Answer: B — 2 only
122. Q122Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched?Answer: D — Article 48 — Separation of Judiciary from Executive
123. Q123The main objective of sustainable tourism isAnswer: C — To manage tourism and environment while maintaining cultural integrity and ecological processes
124. Q124Consider the following statements in the context of Attorney General of India: 1. The President shall appoint a person who is qualified as to be appointed a Judge of Supreme Court. 2. The Attorney General shall receive such remuneration as the Parliament may determine. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. Codes:Answer: A — Only 1 is correct
125. Q125With reference to the 'HAUSLA - 2018' which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? 1. 'HAUSLA - 2018' was organised by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India in New Delhi. 2. It was National Festival for Children of Child Care Institution. Select the correct answer from the codes given below. Codes:Answer: C — Both 1 and 2
126. Q126Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): Indian federalism is called 'Quasi-federal'. Reason (R): India has an independent judiciary with power of Judicial Review. Select the correct answer from the codes given below. Codes:Answer: B — Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
127. Q127India aims to achieve the 5 trillion dollar economy byAnswer: B — 2024
128. Q128Joint sitting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha can take place to resolve deadlock overAnswer: A — Ordinary Legislation
129. Q129Human Development Report 1997 introduced the concept of Human Poverty Index (HPI) but Human Development Report replaced it with Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) in the yearAnswer: C — 2010
130. Q130Which of the following gave legal basis to extra-ordinary powers exercised by the Government of India during Lockdown? 1. Mental Health Care Act, 2017 2. Disaster Management Act, 2005 3. Enemy Property Act, 1968 4. Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 Select the correct answer from the codes given below. Codes:Answer: C — 2 and 4
131. Q131Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Government has launched the 'National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP)' for period of 2020-30. Reason (R) : The objective of NIP is to provide equitable access to infrastructure for all. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.Answer: D — (A) is false but (R) is true
132. Q132Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List - I (Article) A. Article 61 B. Article 67(b) C. Article 94 D. Article 90 List - II (Provision) 1. Removal of Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha 2. Impeachment of President 3. Removal of Vice-President 4. Removal of Speaker Codes :Answer: C — A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1
133. Q133With reference to the World Bank's Ease of Doing Business Report, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? 1. In Ease of Doing Business Report 2020, India's rank is 63. 2. India ranking for Ease of Doing Business in the year 2019 was 77. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.Answer: B — 2 only
134. Q134On which of the following dates, Constituent Assembly of India adopted the National Flag?Answer: C — 22 July, 1947
135. Q135Limit of investment for outstanding corporate bond for Foreign Portfolio Investment in Union Budget 2020-21 has been extended uptoAnswer: D — 15%
136. Q136In which of the following places the Bio-technology Park is located in Uttar Pradesh?Answer: D — Lucknow
137. Q137Match List – I (Scheme) with List – II (Launching Year) and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists : List – I: A. P.M. Jan Arogya Abhiyan, B. P.M. Vaya Vandan Yojana, C. P.M. Rojgar Protsahan Yojana, D. Swachh Bharat Abhiyan List – II: 1. 2015, 2. 2018, 3. 2017, 4. 2014Answer: A — A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4
138. Q138The Development, Monitoring and Evaluation Office, which monitors the progress of long-term policies, is an attached office underAnswer: D — NITI Aayog
139. Q139Which one of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas found naturally in the atmosphere?Answer: A — Nitrogen oxide
140. Q140Which of the following statements is NOT correct for the National Pension Scheme for Retail Traders/Shopkeepers and Self-employed persons?Answer: C — National Pension Scheme's members are also eligible.
141. Q141With reference to the programme "NIDHI", which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? 1. The programme of "NIDHI" was started for students to begin start-ups. 2. Its aim is to financially support 20 students for start-up in each year. Select the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: C — Both 1 and 2
142. Q142Generally, environment can be classified as following categories. Which among the following is NOT a part of such category?Answer: A — Operational Environment
143. Q143Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): The Union Budget 2020-21 has focused on Rural Development with the aim of doubling farmer income. Reason (R): The 16 Action Points announced in the budget are centred around agriculture, irrigation and rural development. Select the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: A — Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
144. Q144The concept of 'Ecological Transition' was first used byAnswer: B — Bennett
145. Q145The Travel and Tourism Competitive Index (TTCI) is released byAnswer: C — World Economic Forum
146. Q146Which of the following are the impacts of Global Warming? 1. Rise in sea level 2. Melting of glaciers 3. Spread of diseases 4. Bleaching of Coral reefs Select the correct answer using the codes given below.Answer: D — 1, 2, 3 and 4
147. Q147Consider the following events and arrange them in chronological order: 1. Establishment of NABARD 2. Self Help Group Bank Linkage Programme 3. Kisan Credit Card Plan 4. Establishment of Regional Rural Bank Select the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: A — 4, 1, 2, 3
148. Q148Arrange the following events in chronological order and select the correct answer from the codes given below: I. Rio Earth Summit II. Publication of Brundtland Commission Report III. Enforcement of Montreal Protocol IV. Publication of 'The Limits to Growth' ReportAnswer: B — IV, II, III, I
149. Q149With reference to the Skill India Campaign, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? 1. Prime Minister had launched the Skill India Campaign in July 2015. 2. The main objective of this Campaign was to train India's Youths in information technology. Select the correct answer from the codes given below.Answer: A — 1 only
150. Q150The National Chambal Sanctuary does NOT fall in which of the following States?Answer: C — Haryana