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Instructions1. Q1 to 252. Q25 to 503. Q51 to 754. Q76 to 1005. Answerkey6.

Instructions

NCERT Test No. 2 by Venkat Sir of Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University (PDPU) UPSC Studycentre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat.100 questions from NCERT Class 7 (All subjects), Class 9 (All subjects) and Class 8 (Only Socialscience).so Test #1 and #2, collectively concludes NCERT Class 7, 8, 9 and 10 all subjects.Upcoming testsIndia Yearbook Chapter 1 to 12NCERT Class 11 only (all subjects)NCERT Class 12 only (all subjects)

Q1 to 25

1. Tripartite struggle was for what and by whom

Kanauj; Gurjara-Pratihara, Rashtrakuta and PalaA. Tanjore; Chera, Chola and PandyaB. Madurai; Chera, Chola and PandyaC. None of the aboveD.

2. Which are CORRECT?

Delhi became an important city only in the twelfth century1. Delhi first became the capital of a kingdom under the Tomara Rajputs2. Under the Tomaras and Chauhans, Delhi became an important commercial centre3.

A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 2 OnlyC. 1 & 3D. 1, 2 & 33. Assertion (A): Aurangzeb succeeded his father Shah Jahan to the throneReason (R): Mughals did believe in the rule of primogeniture and rejected custom of coparcenaryinheritanceA. A & R are correct; R is correct explanation for AB. A & R are correct; But, R is not-correct explanation for AC. A is Correct; But not RD. R is Correct; But not A4. The Khajuraho complex

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Were built during the Chandela dynasty1. King Dhangadeva constructed Kandariya Mahadeva temple2. Belong to two different religions – Hinduism and Jainism3.

Which are CORRECT?A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 1 OnlyC. 2 OnlyD. 1, 2 & 35. Match the following

Tribal Known for

I. The Ahoms a. made high quality gunpowder and cannons

II. The Gonds b. practiced shifting cultivation

III. Banjaras c. most important trader nomads

IV. Bhils d. hunter gatherers

Answer choices

Opt. I II III IV

A b a c d

B a b c d

C a b d c

D b a d c

6. Which is/are TRUE?

Nayanars (saints devoted to Shiva) and Alvars (saints devoted to Vishnu) who came from all castesincluding those considered untouchables

1.

Nayanars and Alvars were sharply critical of the Buddhists and Jainas2.

A. 1 OnlyB. 2 OnlyC. 1 & 2D. None7. Virashaivism – Which is NOT True?

Movement initiated by Basavanna and his companions like Allama Prabhu and AkkamahadeviA. Encouraged all forms of ritual and idol worshipB. Argued strongly for the equality of all human beingsC. Both A & CD.

8. Consider following statementsAssertion (A): All those who conquered Orissa, such as the Mughals, the Marathas and the English EastIndia Company, attempted to gain control over the Puri templeReason(R): In Orissa control over the Puri temple provided the legitimacy to the rulers over the localpeople

A & R are correct; R is correct explanation for AA. A & R are correct; But, R is not-correct explanation for AB.


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A is Correct; But not RC. R is Correct; But not AD.

9. Consider following statementsStatement I:Mughal Empire started facing a variety of crises towards the closing years of the seventeenthcenturyStatement II: Emperor Aurangzeb had depleted the military and financial resources of his empire byfighting a long war in the DeccanStaement III:It became increasingly difficult for the later Mughal emperors to keep a check on powerfulmansabdars

Statement I, II & III are correct; Statements II & III both are explanations for Statement IA. Statement I & Statement II are only correct and Statement III is wrong; And Statement II is correctexplanation for Statement I

B.

Statement I is Correct; But not Statement II & IIIC. Statement II & III are Correct; But not Statement ID.

10. Burhan-ul-Mulk Sa‘adat Khan founded a state which was one of the most important to emergeout of the break-up of the Mughal EmpireA. HyderabadB. AwadhC. BengalD. Jodhpur11. Digestion is a complex process involving: Which is the correct sequence

Absorptionà ingestion à digestion à assimilationàegestionA. Ingestion à digestion à assimilationà absorptionà egestionB. Ingestion à digestion à absorptionà assimilationàegestionC. Digestion à ingestion àabsorptionà assimilationàegestionD.

12. Some Indian breeds of sheep: identify which is NOT matched [Name of breed – Quality of wool– State where found]

Lohi – Good quality wool – RajasthanA. Patanwadi – Hosiery – ChattisgarhB. Nali – Carpet wool – HaryanaC. Bakharwal – Woollen shawls – Jammu and KashmirD.

13. What are the precautions to be observed while reading a clinical thermometer?

Thermometer should be washed before and after use, preferably with an antiseptic solution1. Ensure that before use the mercury level is below 35°C2. Hold the thermometer by the bulb while reading it3.

A. 1 OnlyB. 1 & 2 OnlyC. 1 & 3 OnlyD. All the above14. Match the following

I. Calcium hydroxide a. Lime water I. Calcium hydroxide

II. Ammonium hydroxide b. Soap II. Ammonium hydroxide


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III. Potassium hydroxide c. Milk of magnesia III. Potassium hydroxide

IV. Magnesium hydroxide d. Window cleaner IV. Magnesium hydroxide

Answer choices

Opt. I II III IV

A b a c d

B a b c d

C a d b c

D d c b a

15. Which of the following statements are CORRECT about the tropical rainforests?

Even in the coldest month the temperature is generally higher than about 15°C1. Days and nights are almost equal in length throughout the year2. Found in Southeast Asia, Central America and Central Africa3. Less competition between and among animals for food and shelter4.

A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 1, 2 & 3 OnlyC. 3 & 4 OnlyD. All the above16. ‘Cyclone warning’ is issued

24 hours in advanceA. 48 hours in advanceB. 3 days in advanceC. Discretion of District CollectorD.

17. Which of the following statements is NOT CORRECT about Loamy soil?

Loamy soil is a mixture of sand and clayA. Loamy soil is having humusB. Loamy soil is having right water holding capacity for the growth of plantsC. Loamy soil the best topsoil for growing plantsD.

18. Which is CORRECT?

Normal range of breathing rate per minute in an average adult person at rest is 25 times per minuteA. During heavy exercise, we get cramps in the legs due to the accumulation of lactic acid throughaerobic respiration

B.

Diaphragm moves down during exhalation in respirationC. Our muscle cells can also respire anaerobically, but only for a short time, when there is atemporary deficiency of oxygen

D.

19. Which is INCORRECT?

Veins are the vessels which carry carbon dioxide-rich blood from all parts of the body back to theheart

A.

Pulmonary vein carries carbon dioxide-rich blood from the lungs to the heartB. Dialysis, blood is filtered periodically through an artificial process, is for kidney failureC. The major excretory product in humans is ureaD.


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20. Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs (CFL)

Emit very low levels of UVA. Contain a small amount of mercuryB. A very long lifespan, compared to the a normal incandescent bulbC.

Which are TRUE?A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 2 & 3 OnlyC. 1 & 3 OnlyD. All the above21. Equality before the law – What this means?

Every person, from the President of the country to a domestic worker, has to obey the same laws1. No person can be discriminated against on the basis of their religion, race, caste, place of birth orwhether they are female or male

2.

Every person has access to all public places3. Untouchability has been abolished4.

A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 2, 3 & 4 OnlyC. 1 & 3 OnlyD. All the above22. Book titled Amar Jiban is the first known autobiography written by an Indian woman, writtenby

Rokeya Sakhawat HossainA. Rassundari DeviB. Pandita RamabaiC. None of the aboveD.


Earth’s crust forms only 0.5 per cent of the volume of the earth, 16 per cent consists of the mantleand 83 per cent makes the core

A.

Intrusive igneous rocks cool down slowly and they form large grainsB. Deccan plateau is made up of Granite rocksC. The oceanic crust mainly consists of silica and magnesium and therefore called SimaD.


Beach is not an erosional feature of sea wavesA. Flood plain is not depositional feature of a glacierB. Ox bow lakes are found in DesertsC. Meanders are found in River valleysD.

25. Third most abundant gas in the atmosphereA. Carbon dioxideB. ArgonC. OxygenD. Helium

Q25 to 50


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26. Arrange the BRICS countries according to their Geographical size [Large to Small]

Russia – China – Brazil – India – South AfricaA. Russia– China– India– Brazil– South AfricaB. Russia – Brazil – China – India – South AfricaC. China – Russia – Brazil – India – South AfricaD.

27. Consider the following statements about these peaks 1. Kanchenjunga 2. Nanga Parbat 3.Nanda Devi 4. Namcha Barwa

These Peaks are arranged according to their heights i.e. highest to lowest1. These Peaks are arranged according to location i.e. West to East2.

Which is/are CORRECT?A. 1 OnlyB. 2 OnlyC. 1 & 2D. None of the above28. Which one is NOT correct?

The folds of Great Himalayas are asymmetrical in natureA. The core of Great Himalayas is composed of graniteB. One of the most rugged mountain system is Pir Panjal range and forms the part of HimachalHimalayas

C.

Shiwaliks region is well known for its hill stations in HimalayasD.

29. Consider the following statements about the drainage patterns and find out the CORRECT?

Drainage patterns depend on the slope of the land, underlying rock structure as well as the climaticconditions of the area

1.

A trellis drainage pattern develops where hard and soft rocks exist parallel to each other2. A rectangular drainage pattern develops on a weakly jointed rocky terrain3. Combination of several patterns may be found in the same drainage basin4.

A. 2 & 3 OnlyB. 1, 2 & 4 OnlyC. 1 & 4 OnlyD. All the above30. Match the following [State/s – Poverty Reduction Method]

1. Punjab and Haryana I. Public distribution of food grains

2. Kerala II. Land reform measures

3. West Bengal III. Human resource development

4. Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu IV. Agricultural growth rates

ANSWER CHOICES

Opt 1 2 3 4

A I II III IV

B IV III I II

C IV III II I


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D I II IV III

31. Consider the following statements about the population density/growth in India. Which areCorrect?

Assam and most of the peninsular states have moderate population densities1. The Northern Plains and Kerala in the south have high to very high population densities2. Since 1981 the rate of population growth started declining gradually in India3. Meghalaya is having the highest decadal growth in the 2011 census4.

A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 1, 2 & 4 OnlyC. 1, 2 & 3 OnlyD. All the above32. Statement I: Mahatma Gandhi emphasized games such as cricket, hockey, football and tennis for allthe people of IndiaStatement II: Mahatma Gandhi believed that sport was essential for creating a balance between the bodyand the mind

Statement I & Statement II are correct; Statement II is correct explanation for Statement IA. Statement I & Statement II are correct; But, Statement II is not-correct explanation for Statement IB. Statement I is Correct; But not Statement IIC. Statement II is Correct; But not Statement ID.

33. Consider the following statements1. The riverine plains and coastal regions in India are well-irrigated2. Plateau regions such as the Deccan plateau have low levels of irrigation3. Of the total cultivated area in the country less per cent is irrigated even today and large areas aredependent on rainfallWhich is/are CORRECT?A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 2 & 3 OnlyC. 1 & 3 OnlyD. All the above34. Statement I: Punjab farmers are now forced to use more and more chemical fertilizers and otherinputs to maintain production levelStatement II: The continuous use of chemical fertilizers has led to degradation of soil healthA. Statement I & Statement II are correct; Statement II is correct explanation for Statement IB. Statement I & Statement II are correct; But, Statement II is not-correct explanation for Statement IC. Statement I is Correct; But not Statement IID. Statement II is Correct; But not Statement I35. Which is/are Correct?

Seasonal unemployment is in general a feature of rural unemployment1. Disguised unemployment is in general a feature of rural unemployment2. Disguised unemployment is in general a feature of urban unemployment3. In the secondary sector, small scale manufacturing is the most labour absorbing in India4.

A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 1& 3 OnlyC. 1, 2 & 4 OnlyD. All the above


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Poverty is still a serious problem in Orissa, Bihar, Assam and Uttar Pradesh1. Along with rural poverty urban poverty is also high in Orissa, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and UttarPradesh

2.

Poverty declined substantially in China and Southeast Asian countries as a result of rapideconomic growth and massive investments in human resource development

3.

In the countries of South Asia also there is rapid decline in the poverty4.

A. 1 OnlyB. 1& 3 OnlyC. 4 OnlyD. 2 & 4 Only37. Consider the following statements about Bose-Einstein condensate

Satyendra Bose and Albert Einstein, had predicted it in the 1920s1. Atoms in this state super unexcited and super cold2. Atoms in this state super hot and super excited3. The atoms in a Bose-Einstein condensate (BEC) are largely similar to Plasma4.

Which is/are Correct?A. 1 OnlyB. 1 & 2 OnlyC. 2, 3 & 4 OnlyD. 1, 3 & 4 Only38. The rate of evaporation depends upon

The surface area exposed to the atmosphere1. The temperature & the humidity2. Wind speed3.

A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 2 & 3 OnlyC. 1 & 3 OnlyD. All the above39. Which is INCORRECT?

Tyndall effect – can be observed when sunlight passes through the canopy of a dense forest byscattering of a beam of light

A.

Face cream – Gel type of ColloidB. Ammonium chloride – Example of a solid which is sublimeC. Chromatography – is the technique used for separation of those solutes that dissolve in the samesolvent drugs from blood

D.

40. The principle of Centrifugation used in

To separate such mixtures those contain a sublimable volatile component from a non-sublimableimpurity

1.

Diagnostic laboratories for blood and urine tests2. Dairies and home to separate butter from cream3. Washing machines to squeeze out water from wet clothes4.

Which are CORRECT?


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A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 2 & 3 OnlyC. 2, 3 & 4D. 1 & 3 Only41. According to Dalton’s atomic theory

All matter is made of very tiny particles called atoms1. Atoms are divisible particles in a chemical reaction2. Atoms of a given element are identical in mass and chemical properties3. Atoms of different elements have different masses and chemical properties4.

Which is/are INCORRECT?A. 1 OnlyB. 2 OnlyC. 1, 3 & 4D. 3 & 4 Only42. E. Goldstein in 1886 discovered the presence of new radiations in a gas discharge and calledthem canal rays. These areA. ElectronsB. ProtonsC. NeutronsD. Atoms43. Which are matched related to CELL ORGANELLES?

Lysosomes – a kind of waste disposal system of the cell1. Smooth endoplasmic reticulum – a role in detoxifying many poisons and drugs2. Golgi apparatus – complex sugars may be made from simple sugars3. Mitochondria – energy required for various chemical activities needed for life is released4.

A. 1, 2 & 3 OnlyB. 1, 2 & 4 OnlyC. 1, 3 & 4D. 1, 2, 3, & 444. Which one of the following statements is CORRECT about RO plant?

Reverse Osmosis works by using a high pressure pump to increase the pressure on the salt side ofRO plant

A.

Reverse Osmosis works by using a low pressure pump to decrease the pressure on the salt side ofRO plant

B.

Reverse Osmosis works by using a low pressure pump to increase the pressure on the pure waterside of RO plant

C.

None of the AboveD.

45. Which one of the following combinations of countries is representing mega diversity in SouthAmerica?

Ecuador, Peru, Mexico, BrazilA. Peru, Mexico, Zaire, MadagascarB. Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, PeruC. Zaire, Madagascar, Ecuador, ColombiaD.

46. Hemidactylus is a genus of the family of


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Common frogA. Sea horseB. House wall lizardC. House flyD.

47. Match the following [Principle – Device/Product]

1. Law of inertia a– Submarines

2. Archimedes’ principle b– Safety Belts

3. Electromechanical c- Miniature Circuit Breakers

4. Electromagnet d- Electric Bell

Answer

Opt. 1 2 3 4

A c d b a

B b a c d

C a b d c

D d c a b

48. The universal law of gravitation successfully explained several phenomena. Which of thefollowing phenomenon are CORRECT?

The motion of the moon around the earth1. The motion of planets around the Sun2. The tides due to the moon and the Sun3.

A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 2 & 3 OnlyC. 1 & 3 OnlyD. All the above49. The speed of Sound at the same temperature in the hydrogen and oxygen will be

High in Hydrogen and Low in OxygenA. Low in Hydrogen and High in OxygenB. Same in Hydrogen and OxygenC. RandomD.

50. Statement I: Anti-viral medicines are simple in making than anti-bacterial medicinesStatement II: Viruses have few biochemical mechanisms of their own and after they enter hosts cells, usehosts machinery for their life processes


Q51 to 75

51. Consider the following statements


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French Revolution of 1789 and popular uprising established a secure and stable democracy inFrance

1.

In the world, Democracy has expanded throughout the twentieth century2. Democracy has broaden evenly in all parts of the world in the twentieth century3. While a majority of countries are democratic today, there are still large parts of the world that arenot democratic

4.

Which are CORRECT?A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 2 & 4 OnlyC. 1 & 3 OnlyD. 1, 2, 3 & 452. Statement I: Jim Yong Kim, a well known economist and known as a good governance banker,is the President of the World BankStatement II: The President of the World Bank has always been a citizen of the US, conventionallynominated by the Treasury Secretary of the US government


53. Statement I: General Assembly can take any decision about what action should be taken in aconflict between different countriesStatement II: Every one of the member states of the UN has one vote in the UN General Assembly


54. Ten countries in the International Monetary Fund having very high say in decisions. Whichone of the following combination of countries is representing that?

China, Italy, India, CanadaA. China, Italy, Saudi Arabia, CanadaB. China, Australia, Saudi Arabia, CanadaC. China, India, Saudi Arabia, CanadaD.

55. Consider the following statements

In China, elections are regularly held after every five years for electing the country’s parliamentcalled National People’s Congress

1.

The National People’s Congress has the power to appoint the President of the country and electsthe President of the Supreme People’s Court

2.

It has nearly 3,000 members elected from all over China, including some members are elected bythe army

3.

Before contesting elections, a candidate needs the approval of the Chinese Communist Party andonly those who are members of the Chinese Communist Party or allied to it allowed contestingelections

4.

Which are CORRECT?A. 1 & 2 Only


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B. 2 & 4 OnlyC. 1 & 3 OnlyD. 1, 2, 3 & 456. Statement I: Some basic values to be included in the constitution were accepted by all leadersmuch before the Constituent Assembly met to deliberate on the ConstitutionStatement II: Motilal Nehru and others drafted constitution in the 1928 and the resolution at the Karachisession in 1931 both committed to the inclusion of universal adult franchise, right to freedom andequality and to protecting the rights of minorities in the constitution of independent India


57. Match the following leaders with their contribution

1. H.C. Mookherjee

I- Founder Chair of Central Social Welfare Board

2. Jaipal Singh II- Member, Drafting Committee of the Constitution

3. Durgabai Deshmukh III- Founder President of Adivasi Maha Sabha

4. T.T.Krishnamachari IV- Vice-Chairman of the Constituent Assembly

Answer Choices

Opt 1 2 3 4

A I II III IV

B IV III I II

C IV III II I

D I II IV III

58. Consider the following statements about Constituent Assembly of India

Elections to the Constituent Assembly were held in July 19461. Constituent Assembly have been chosen directly by all the people of India on the basis of universaladult franchise

2.

The Constituent Assembly that wrote the Indian constitution had 299 members3. Its first meeting was held in December 19464.

Which is/are INCORRECT?A. 1 & 3 OnlyB. 2 & 4 OnlyC. 2 OnlyD. 4 Only59. Which is/are CORRECT?

Constitution of India is a collection of barely statements of values and philosophy1. Taking inspiration from British model, most countries in the contemporary world have chosen apreamble to their constitutions

2.

A. 1 OnlyB. 2 Only


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C. 1 & 2D. None of the above60. Which is/are CORRECT?

Rajya Sabha does not have power of no confidence1. Only a person who enjoys the support of the majority of the members in the Lok Sabha isappointed as the Prime Minister

2.

Once the Lok Sabha passes the budget of the government or any other money related law andRajya Sabha can only delay it by 14 days or suggest changes in it

3.

The President of India is a part of the Parliament, although he/she is not a member of either House4.

A. 1, 2 & 3 OnlyB. 2, 3 & 4 OnlyC. 1 & 2D. 1, 2, 3 & 461. The political system/model followed in most of the countries of Latin America

Presidential SystemA. British modelB. Parliamentary system of government with written ConstitutionC. B & CD.

62. Currently, in the Lok Sabha, seats reserved for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes arerespectivelyA. 87 and 48B. 84 and 47C. 42 and 23D. 79 and 4163. Consider the following statements

Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura and Sikkim are the states having only one seat in Lok Sabha1. All the Union Territories are having same number of seat/s of representation in the Lok Sabhaexcept Delhi

2.

Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh have less number of seats than Maharashtra and West Bengal inLok Sabha

3.

There are states where there is no reservation of seats for Lok Sabha4.

Which is/are CORRECT?A. 1, 2 & 3 OnlyB. 2, 3 & 4 OnlyC. 1 & 2D. 1, 2, 3 & 464. Consider the following statements

In India, it is the responsibility of the government to get the names of all the eligible voters put onthe voters’ list

1.

A complete revision of the voters’ list takes place every five years in India2. It is only 18 years for being a voter in India, People’s Republic of China and in UK3.

Which is/are CORRECT?A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 2 & 3 OnlyC. 1 & 3 Only


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D. All the above65. Consider the following statements

Security deposit for Lok Sabha election for a candidate is Rs. 25,000 and a candidate belonging toScheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe is required to make a security deposit of Rs. 12,500

1.

The maximum limits of election expenditure vary from State to State for Lok Sabha elections2.

Which is/are CORRECT?A. 1 OnlyB. 2 OnlyC. 1 & 2D. None of the above66. All the political parties in our country have agreed to a Model Code of Conduct for electioncampaigns. According to this,

No party or candidate can use any place of worship for election propaganda1. No party or candidate can use government vehicles, aircrafts and officials for elections2. Ministers shall not lay foundation stones of any projects, take any big policy decisions or make anypromises of providing public facilities

3.

The contesting candidates and their campaigners must respect the home life of their rivals andshould not disturb them by holding road shows or demonstrations in front of their houses

4.

Which is/are CORRECT?A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 3 OnlyC. 2 & 3D. All the above67. There will be a disqualification to contest elections, as per Section 8 (3) of Representation ofPeople Act, 1951, if a person is convicted of any offence and sentenced to an imprisonment ofA. 2 years or moreB. 3 years or moreC. 4 years or moreD. 5 years or more68. Many people were secretly picked up by the US forces from all over the world and put in aprison in Guantanamo Bay, an area controlled by American Navy. This Guantanamo Bay is inA. AustraliaB. Diego GarciaC. CubaD. Okinawa (Japan)69. Identify the A, B, C and D


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A. Bulgaria, Montenegro, Macedonia and SerbiaB. Serbia, Kosovo, Montenegro and MacedoniaC. Serbia, Kosovo, Macedonia and MontenegroD. Bulgaria, Kosovo, Macedonia and Montenegro70. Which is/are CORRECT matched?1. Right to vote in elections – Not a Fundamental Right but it is a constitutional right2. Right to property – Not a Fundamental Right but it is a constitutional right3. Right to social security and insurance – Part of International Covenant on Economic, Social andCultural Rights4. Right to information – Right under the Fundamental Right to freedom of thought and expressionA. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 2 & 3 OnlyC. 3 & 4 OnlyD. All the above71. ‘A History of British India’ a book which divided Indian history into three periods – Hindu,Muslim and British, published in 1817 byA. James MillB. Robert CaldwellC. Edward Green BalfourD. Sir Alexander Cunningham72. Assertion (A): In 1600, the East India Company acquired a charter from the ruler of England,Queen Elizabeth IReason (R): The Company did not have to fear competition from other English trading companies with


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the charterA. A & R are correct; R is correct explanation for AB. A & R are correct; But, R is not-correct explanation for AC. A is Correct; But not RD. R is Correct; But not A73. Consider the following statements about the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries ADStatement I: There were intense conflicts among EuropeansStatement II: European trading posts were fortifiedStatement III: European trading companies were interested in buying the same things

Statement I, Statement II and Statement III are not correctA. Statement I, Statement II and Statement III are correct and no relationship between themB. Statement I, Statement II and Statement III are correct and Statement III correct explanation forStatement I

C.

Statement II only correct and Statement I and Statement III are not correctD.

74. British had changed their policies as a result of the rebellion of 1857. Which is/are CORRECT?

Policies were made to protect landlords and zamindars and give them security of rights over theirlands

1.

All ruling chiefs of the country were assured that their territory would never be annexed in future2. The British decided to respect the customary religious and social practices of the people in India3. It was decided that the proportion of Indian soldiers in the army would be reduced and the numberof European soldiers would be increased

4.

A. 1 & 2 OnlyB. 1, 2 & 3 OnlyC. 2, 3 & 4 OnlyD. All the above75. Which of the following cities were de-urbanized during the nineteenth century?A. MachlipatnamB. Surat and SeringapatamC. A& BD. None of the above

Q76 to 100

76. Consider the following statements about the Indian Cities during Colonial rule

Delhi developed only after 1911 when it became the capital of British India1. In Bombay and Calcutta, the living spaces of Indians and the British were sharply separated2. In Madras, especially in the first half of the nineteenth century, the British lived along with thewealthier Indians in the Walled City

3.

Which is/are CORRECT?A. 1 OnlyB. 1 & 2 OnlyC. 2 & 3 OnlyD. All the above77. A public meeting was held on 13 April 1919 at Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar. This was for

To protest the purchase of foreign articlesA. To protest the arrests of Dr Satyapal and Dr Saifuddin KitchlewB.


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To become self-governing within the British EmpireC. To protest the use of foreigners as employeesD.

78. Rosa Parks had contributed to

Women’s and workers rightsA. Marxist thoughtsB. African-American Civil RightsC. LiteratureD.

79. What is particular to Indian Secularism?

The most prevalent definition of secularism is not wholly applicable to Indian State1. State maintains a separation as well as intervenes in religion2. Any interference in religion by the State has to be based on the ideals laid out in the Constitution3. Avoidance of inter-religious domination and intra-religious domination are two main reasons whythe separation between religion and state in India

4.

A. 1 OnlyB. 1 & 2 OnlyC. 2 & 3 OnlyD. All the above80. Consider the following statements

According to Article 22 of the Constitution, every person has a Fundamental Right to be defendedby a lawyer

1.

Article 39A of the Constitution places a duty upon the State to provide a lawyer to any citizen whois unable to engage one due to poverty or other disability

2.

Which is/are CORRECT?A. 1 OnlyB. 2 OnlyC. 1 & 2D. None of the above81. D.K. Basu Guidelines of Supreme Court

Sexual harassment at workplaceA. In cases of encounterB. Procedures to follow for the arrestC. On school buses safetyD.

82. Assertion (A): In 2003, Supreme Court observed that the number of manual scavengers inIndia had decreasedReason (R): In 1993, the government passed the Employment of Manual Scavengers and Construction ofDry Latrines (Prohibition) ActA. A & R are correct; R is correct explanation for AB. A & R are correct; But, R is not-correct explanation for AC. A is Correct; But not RD. R is Correct; But not A83: The supply of water per person in an urban area in India should be aboutA. 135 litres per dayB. 700 litres per dayC. 600 litres per day


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D. 40 litres per day84. Nagercoil in Tamil Nadu is known forA. Solar PowerB. WindmillsC. Petroleum and Natural GasD. Coal85. Match the following: (Region/Location – Soil Conservation)a. Coastal and dry regions -1. Mulchingb. Hill slopes -2. Contour Ploughingc. Steep slopes -3. Terrace farmingd. Bare ground – 4. Shelter belts1 2 3 4A c d b aB c d a bC d b c aD d b a c86. Match the following: (Region/Country – Minerals)

1. North Sweden a- Nickel

2. Ontario b– Iron-ore

3. South Africa c– Phosphate

4. Algeria d– Chromites

Answer choices

Opt. 1 2 3 4

A d b a c

B b a d c

C d b c a

D b a c d

87. Which is/are CORRECT?

Brazil is the largest producer of high grade iron-ore in the world1. Western Cordilleras of North America have vast deposits of coal2. Nigeria, Libya and Angola produce a large portion of the world’s gold3. Kalgoorlie and Coolgardie areas of Western Australia have the largest deposits of bauxite4.

A. 1 OnlyB. 2 & 3 OnlyC. 3 & 4 OnlyD. All the above88. What the regions 1 and 2 denote


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Least Populated regions of USA and ChinaA. Mediterranean Climate of USA and ChinaB. Coniferous Forests of USA and ChinaC. Arable Land of USA and ChinaD.

89. Rivers mentioned as 1 and 2 are


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Subarnarekha and Kharkai respectivelyA. Kharkai and Subarnarekha respectivelyB. Subarnarekha and Damodar respectivelyC. Damodar and Subarnarekha respectivelyD.

90. Locational advantages of Silicon plateau – Bangalore

Bangalore has the largest number of educational institutions and IT colleges1. The city was considered dust free with low rents and cost of living2. The state government of Karnataka was the first to announce an IT Policy in 19923. The city has the largest and widest availability of skilled managers with work experience4.

Which are CORRECT?A. 1, 2 & 4 OnlyB. 2, 3 & 4 OnlyC. 1, 3 & 4 OnlyD. All the above91. Assertion (A): Japan and Bangladesh have similarity in the shape of their population pyramidsReason (R): Japan and Bangladesh both are very densely populated countries of the world

A & R are correct; R is correct explanation for AA. A & R are correct; But, R is not-correct explanation for AB. A is Correct; But not RC. R is Correct; But not AD.

92. Which is NOT true?

World Water Day – 22 AprilA. International Decade for action on “Water for life” – 2005–2015B. Disinfectant for water – Chlorine and ozoneC. Clarification – the removal of suspended matter in raw waterD.


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93. Concave mirrors are used for many purposes. Which are CORRECT?

Doctors for examining eyes, ears, nose and throat1. Side view mirror to help the drivers2. Reflectors of torches and headlights of cars and scooters3.

A. 1 OnlyB. 1 & 3 OnlyC. 2 & 3 OnlyD. All the above94. Assertion (A): In India there has been more than four times increase in the production of foodgrainsReason (R): In India increase in production has been achieved by proportionate increase in the cultivableland area

A & R are correct; R is correct explanation for AA. A & R are correct; But, R is not-correct explanation for AB. A is Correct; But not RC. R is Correct; But not AD.

95. Plants require nutrients for growth. Consider the following statements

Nutrients are supplied to plants solely by water and soil1. There are sixteen nutrients which are essential for plants2. Oxygen and hydrogen comes from water, and soil supplies the rest of the nutrients to plants3. Iron is one of the important macronutrients to plants4.

Which is/are TRUE?A. 1, 3 & 4 OnlyB. 2 OnlyC. 4 OnlyD. 1, 2 & 396. Consider the following statements

Green manure helps in enriching the soil in Nitrogen and Phosphorus1. Organic farming is a farming system which involves mixed cropping and crop rotation2. Inter-cropping ensures maximum utilisation of the nutrients supplied and also prevents pests anddiseases from spreading

3.

Avoidance of summer ploughing is recommended for weed and pests control4.

Which is/are INCORRECT?A. 1, 2 & 3 OnlyB. 1 OnlyC. 4 OnlyD. 2, 3 & 4 Only97. Consider the following statements

Other than a few forms of bacteria, life-forms are not able to convert the comparatively inertnitrogen molecule into forms like nitrates and nitrites

1.

A different type of bacteria converts the nitrates and nitrites in the soil into elemental nitrogen andthis process is called ‘nitrogen-fixing’

2.

Which is/are CORRECT?


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A. 1 OnlyB. 2 OnlyC. 1 & 2D. None of the above98. Consider the following statements about Ozone

Found in the upper reaches of the atmosphere1. It is poisonous2. It is stable nearer to the earth’s surface3. Reduction of the ozone layer have discovered above the Antarctica4.

Which is/are INCORRECT?A. 1 & 4 OnlyB. 2 OnlyC. 3 OnlyD. None of the above99. The energy used during a month in households, industries and commercial establishments areusually expressed in terms of ‘units’. 1 ‘unit’ meansA. 1 kilowatt hourB. 10 kilowatt hourC. 100 kilowatt hourD. 1000 kilowatt hour100. Consider the following

Aristotle classified animals according to whether they lived on land, in water or in the air1. Charles Darwin first described this idea of evolution in 1859 in his book The Origin of Species2. Living organisms Classification – hierarchy: Kingdom – Phylum (for animals) / Division (forplants) – Class – Order – Family – Genus – Species

3.

All living organisms are divided into four kingdoms namely Monera, Protista, Plantae andAnimalia

4.

Which is/are INCORRECT?A. 1 & 3 OnlyB. 2 OnlyC. 4 OnlyD. None of the above

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Hint for Selected Questions

3. Did not believe in the rule of primogeniture7. against all forms of ritual and idol worship12. Patanwadi – Hosiery – Gujarat13. Don’t hold the thermometer by the bulb while reading it15. Intense competition between and among animals for food and shelter17. Sand clay and silt18. Normal range of breathing rate per minute: 15 to 18 Accumulation of lactic acid through anaerobicrespiration Diaphragm moves back19. Pulmonary vein carries Oxygen-rich blood23. Deccan plateau is made up of Basalt rocks24. Ox bow lakes are found in River valleys28. Middle Himalayas well known for its hill stations29. Rectangular drainage pattern develops on a strongly jointed rocky36. South Asia NO rapid decline37. Opposite to Plasma39. Face cream – emulsion


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40. 1. Sublimation50. Anti-viral medicines are difficult51. 1. Not established democracy, 3. Not evenly52. Jim Yong Kim – Physician & anthropologist53. General Assembly not able to take crucial decisions, that is by Security Council58. NOT on the basisof universal adult franchise59. 1. Institutions also 2. American Model 63. Tripura 264. UK in Anyone aged 16 or over (but cannot vote until you are 18)76. 3. Delhi79. 4. 8th STD: Understanding Secularism : p.20.82. Increased87. 2. Copper, lead, zinc, gold and silver 3. Oil 4. Gold91. A: Not similar92. 22 March93. 2. Convex94. R: NO proportionate increase in the cultivable land area95. 1& 3. By Air also; 4. Iron – Micro96. 4. Summer ploughing – recommended97. 2. De-nitrification98. 3. Not stable100. 4. Five Kingdoms, Fungi

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