UPSC Prelims 2013 · GS Paper I

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1. Prelims 2013Q1Polity · Parliament

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

   aThe Lok Sabha may still proceed with the Bill, accepting or not accepting the recommendations of the Rajya SabhabThe Lok Sabha cannot consider the Bill furthercThe Lok Sabha may send the Bill to the Rajya Sabha for reconsiderationdThe President may call a joint sitting for passing the Bill
2. Prelims 2013Q2Polity · State Government

   Which one of the following statements is correct?

   aIn India, the same person cannot be appointed as Governor for two or more States at the same timebThe Judges of the High Court of the States in India are appointed by the Governor of the State just as the Judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the PresidentcNo procedure has been laid down in the Constitution of India for the removal of a Governor from his/her postdIn the case of a Union Territory having a legislative setup, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Lt. Governor on the basis of majority support
3. Prelims 2013Q3Geography · World Physical Geography

   Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched?

   Geographical Feature : Region

   aAbyssinian Plateau : ArabiabAtlas Mountains : North-Western AfricacGuiana Highlands : South-Western AfricadOkavango Basin : Patagonia
4. Prelims 2013Q4Art & Culture · Architecture

   With reference to the history of Indian rock-cut architecture, consider the following statements:

   1.The caves at Badami are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India.

   2.The Barabar rock-cut caves were originally made for Ajivikas by Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.

   3.At Ellora, caves were made for different faiths.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
5. Prelims 2013Q5Science & Tech · Biotechnology

   Recombinant DNA technology (Genetic Engineering) allows genes to be transferred

   1.Across different species of plants

   2.From animals to plants

   3.From microorganisms to higher organisms

   Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

   a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
6. Prelims 2013Q6Ancient History · Inscriptions, Coins & Foreign Travellers

   The Chinese traveller Yuan Chwang (Hiuen Tsang) who visited India recorded the general conditions and culture of India at that time. In this context, which of the following statements is/are correct?

   1.The roads and river-routes were completely immune from robbery.

   2.As regards punishment for offences, ordeals by fire, water and poison were the instruments for determining the innocence or guilt of a person.

   3.The tradesmen had to pay duties at ferries and barrier stations.

   Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

   a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
7. Prelims 2013Q7Environment · Biodiversity & Species

   Consider the following:

   1.Star tortoise

   2.Monitor lizard

   3.Pygmy hog

   4.Spider monkey

   Which of the above are naturally found in India?

   a1, 2 and 3 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 4 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
8. Prelims 2013Q8Environment · Environmental Pollution

   Which of the following can be found as pollutants in the drinking water in some parts of India?

   1.Arsenic

   2.Sorbitol

   3.Fluoride

   4.Formaldehyde

   5.Uranium

   Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

   a1 and 3 onlyb2, 4 and 5 onlyc1, 3 and 5 onlyd1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
9. Prelims 2013Q9Polity · Historical Background & Making of the Constitution

   With reference to Indian History, the Members of the Constituent Assembly from the Provinces were

   adirectly elected by the people of those Provincesbnominated by the Indian National Congress and the Muslim Leaguecelected by the Provincial Legislative Assembliesdselected by the Government for their expertise in constitutional matters
10. Prelims 2013Q10Science & Tech · Biology & Human Body

    Consider the following animals:

    1.Sea cow

    2.Sea horse

    3.Sea lion

    Which of the above is/are mammal/mammals?

    a1 onlyb1 and 3 onlyc2 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
11. Prelims 2013Q11Polity · Amendment & Basic Structure

    Consider the following statements:

    1.An amendment to the Constitution of India can be initiated by an introduction of a Bill in the Lok Sabha only.

    2.If such an amendment seeks to make changes in the federal character of the Constitution, the amendment also requires to be ratified by the legislature of all the States of India.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
12. Prelims 2013Q12Polity · Union Executive

    Consider the following statements. The Attorney-General of India can:

    1.Take part in the proceedings of the Lok Sabha

    2.Be a member of a committee of the Lok Sabha

    3.Speak in the Lok Sabha

    4.Vote in the Lok Sabha

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 and 4c1, 2 and 3d1 and 3 only
13. Prelims 2013Q13Geography · Minerals, Energy & Industries

    With reference to the usefulness of the by-products of the sugar industry, which of the following statements is/are correct?

    1.Bagasse can be used as biomass fuel for the generation of energy.

    2.Molasses can be used as one of the feedstocks for the production of synthetic chemical fertilizers.

    3.Molasses can be used for the production of ethanol.

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
14. Prelims 2013Q14Geography · Universe & Solar System

    Variations in the length of daytime and night-time from season to season are due to

    athe earth's rotation on its axisbthe earth's revolution round the sun in an elliptical mannerclatitudinal position of the placedrevolution of the earth on a tilted axis
15. Prelims 2013Q15Geography · Indian Drainage & Water Resources

    The Narmada river flows to the west, while most other large peninsular rivers flow to the east. Why?

    1.It occupies a linear rift valley.

    2.It flows between the Vindhyas and the Satpuras.

    3.The land slopes to the west from Central India.

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlydNone
16. Prelims 2013Q16Geography · Oceanography

    On the planet Earth, most of the freshwater exists as ice caps and glaciers. Out of the remaining freshwater, the largest proportion

    ais found in the atmosphere as moisture and cloudsbis found in freshwater lakes and riverscexists as groundwaterdexists as soil moisture
17. Prelims 2013Q17Environment · Protected Areas & Conservation

    Consider the following pairs:

    1.Nokrek Biosphere Reserve : Garo Hills

    2.Loktak Lake : Barail Range

    3.Namdapha National Park : Dafla Hills

    Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1, 2 and 3dNone
18. Prelims 2013Q18Geography · Geomorphology

    Consider the following:

    1.Electromagnetic radiation

    2.Geothermal energy

    3.Gravitational force

    4.Plate movements

    5.Rotation of the earth

    6.Revolution of the earth

    Which of the above are responsible for bringing dynamic changes on the surface of the earth?

    a1, 2, 3 and 4 onlyb1, 3, 5 and 6 onlyc2, 4, 5 and 6 onlyd1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
19. Prelims 2013Q19Polity · Statutory & Non-Constitutional Bodies

    Which of the following bodies does not/do not find mention in the Constitution?

    1.National Development Council

    2.Planning Commission

    3.Zonal Councils

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

    a1 and 2 onlyb2 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
20. Prelims 2013Q20Modern History · Peasant, Tribal & Working Class Movements

    The demand for the Tebhaga Peasant Movement in Bengal was for

    athe reduction of the share of the landlords from one-half of the crop to one-thirdbthe grant of ownership of land to peasants as they were the actual cultivators of the landcthe uprooting of Zamindari system and the end of serfdomdwriting off all peasant debts
21. Prelims 2013Q21Polity · Centre-State Relations & Emergency

    The Parliament can make any law for whole or any part of India for implementing international treaties

    awith the consent of all the Statesbwith the consent of the majority of Statescwith the consent of the States concerneddwithout the consent of any State
22. Prelims 2013Q22Environment · Ecology & Ecosystems

    In the grasslands, trees do not replace the grasses as a part of an ecological succession because of

    ainsects and fungiblimited sunlight and paucity of nutrientscwater limits and firedNone of the above
23. Prelims 2013Q23Environment · Ecology & Ecosystems

    Which one of the following is the correct sequence of ecosystems in the order of decreasing productivity?

    aOceans, lakes, grasslands, mangrovesbMangroves, oceans, grasslands, lakescMangroves, grasslands, lakes, oceansdOceans, mangroves, lakes, grasslands
24. Prelims 2013Q24Geography · Soils & Natural Vegetation

    Contour bunding is a method of soil conservation used in

    adesert margins, liable to strong wind actionblow flat plains, close to stream courses, liable to floodingcscrublands, liable to spread of weed growthdNone of the above
25. Prelims 2013Q25Polity · Panchayati Raj & Municipalities

    The Government enacted the Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act in 1996.

    Which one of the following is NOT identified as its objective?

    aTo provide self-governancebTo recognize traditional rightscTo create autonomous regions in tribal areasdTo free tribal people from exploitation
26. Prelims 2013Q26Polity · Governance, Rights & Welfare Laws

    Under the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, who shall be the authority to initiate the process for determining the nature and extent of individual or community forest rights or both?

    aState Forest DepartmentbDistrict Collector/Deputy CommissionercTahsildar/Block Development Officer/Mandal Revenue OfficerdGram Sabha
27. Prelims 2013Q27Science & Tech · Health & Diseases

    Improper handling and storage of cereal grains and oilseeds result in the production of toxins known as aflatoxins which are not generally destroyed by normal cooking process. Aflatoxins are produced by

    abacteriabprotozoacmouldsdviruses
28. Prelims 2013Q28Polity · Preamble, Salient Features & Citizenship

    'Economic Justice' as one of the objectives of the Indian Constitution has been provided in

    athe Preamble and the Fundamental Rightsbthe Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policycthe Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State PolicydNone of the above
29. Prelims 2013Q29Environment · Environmental Pollution

    Due to improper/indiscriminate disposal of old and used computers or their parts, which of the following are released into the environment as e-waste?

    1.Beryllium

    2.Cadmium

    3.Chromium

    4.Heptachlor

    5.Mercury

    6.Lead

    7.Plutonium

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

    a1, 3, 4, 6 and 7 onlyb1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 onlyc2, 4, 5 and 7 onlyd1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7
30. Prelims 2013Q30Environment · Environmental Pollution

    Acid rain is caused by the pollution of environment by

    acarbon dioxide and nitrogenbcarbon monoxide and carbon dioxidecozone and carbon dioxidednitrous oxide and sulphur dioxide
31. Prelims 2013Q31Environment · Ecology & Ecosystems

    With reference to food chains in ecosystems, consider the following statements:

    1.A food chain illustrates the order in which a chain of organisms feed upon each other.

    2.Food chains are found within the populations of a species.

    3.A food chain illustrates the numbers of each organism which are eaten by others.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb1 and 2 onlyc1, 2 and 3dNone
32. Prelims 2013Q32Environment · Protected Areas & Conservation

    Consider the following pairs:

    National Park : River flowing through the Park

    1.Corbett National Park : Ganga

    2.Kaziranga National Park : Manas

    3.Silent Valley National Park : Kaveri

    Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?

    a1 and 2b3 onlyc1 and 3dNone
33. Prelims 2013Q33Environment · Sustainable Agriculture & Development

    Consider the following organisms:

    1.Agaricus

    2.Nostoc

    3.Spirogyra

    Which of the above is/are used as biofertilizer/biofertilizers?

    a1 and 2b2 onlyc2 and 3d3 only
34. Prelims 2013Q34Environment · Ecology & EcosystemsAnswer disputed

    Which of the following adds/add nitrogen to the soil?

    1.Excretion of urea by animals

    2.Burning of coal by man

    3.Death of vegetation

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
35. Prelims 2013Q35Environment · Biodiversity & Species

    In which of the following States is lion-tailed macaque found in its natural habitat?

    1.Tamil Nadu

    2.Kerala

    3.Karnataka

    4.Andhra Pradesh

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1, 2 and 3 onlyb2 onlyc1, 3 and 4 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
36. Prelims 2013Q36Art & Culture · Architecture

    Some Buddhist rock-cut caves are called Chaityas, while the others are called Viharas. What is the difference between the two?

    aVihara is a place of worship, while Chaitya is the dwelling place of the monksbChaitya is a place of worship, while Vihara is the dwelling place of the monkscChaitya is the stupa at the far end of the cave, while Vihara is the hall axial to itdThere is no material difference between the two
37. Prelims 2013Q37Art & Culture · Religion & Philosophy

    Which one of the following describes best the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism?

    aThe extinction of the flame of desirebThe complete annihilation of selfcA state of bliss and restdA mental stage beyond all comprehension
38. Prelims 2013Q38Polity · DPSP & Fundamental Duties

    According to the Constitution of India, which of the following are fundamental for the governance of the country?

    aFundamental RightsbFundamental DutiescDirective Principles of State PolicydFundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties
39. Prelims 2013Q39Modern History · Gandhian Era (1915-1942)

    The people of India agitated against the arrival of Simon Commission because

    aIndians never wanted the review of the working of the Act of 1919bSimon Commission recommended the abolition of Dyarchy (Diarchy) in the Provincescthere was no Indian member in the Simon Commissiondthe Simon Commission suggested the partition of the country
40. Prelims 2013Q40Modern History · Gandhian Era (1915-1942)

    Quit India Movement was launched in response to

    aCabinet Mission PlanbCripps ProposalscSimon Commission ReportdWavell Plan
41. Prelims 2013Q41Economy · External Sector: BoP, FDI & Exchange Rate

    The balance of payments of a country is a systematic record of

    aall import and export transactions of a country during a given period of time, normally a yearbgoods exported from a country during a yearceconomic transaction between the government of one country to anotherdcapital movements from one country to another
42. Prelims 2013Q42Economy · Money & Banking

    The Reserve Bank of India regulates the commercial banks in matters of

    1.Liquidity of assets

    2.Branch expansion

    3.Merger of banks

    4.Winding-up of banks

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 and 4 onlyb2, 3 and 4 onlyc1, 2 and 3 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
43. Prelims 2013Q43Economy · Money & Banking

    An increase in the Bank Rate generally indicates that the

    amarket rate of interest is likely to fallbCentral Bank is no longer making loans to commercial bankscCentral Bank is following an easy-money policydCentral Bank is following a tight-money policy
44. Prelims 2013Q44Economy · Fiscal Policy & Budget

    In India, deficit financing is used for raising resources for

    aeconomic developmentbredemption of public debtcadjusting the balance of paymentsdreducing the foreign debt
45. Prelims 2013Q45Ancient History · Prehistory & Harappan Civilisation

    Which of the following characterizes/characterize the people of Indus Civilization?

    1.They possessed great palaces and temples.

    2.They worshipped both male and female deities.

    3.They employed horse-drawn chariots in warfare.

    Select the correct statement/statements using the codes given below.

    a1 and 2 onlyb2 onlyc1, 2 and 3dNone of the statements given above is correct
46. Prelims 2013Q46Science & Tech · Health & Diseases

    Which of the following diseases can be transmitted from one person to another through tattooing?

    1.Chikungunya

    2.Hepatitis B

    3.HIV-AIDS

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
47. Prelims 2013Q47Art & Culture · Religion & Philosophy

    Which of the following statements is/are applicable to Jain doctrine?

    1.The surest way of annihilating Karma is to practice penance.

    2.Every object, even the smallest particle, has a soul.

    3.Karma is the bane of the soul and must be ended.

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
48. Prelims 2013Q48Environment · Ecology & Ecosystems

    Which one of the following terms describes not only the physical space occupied by an organism, but also its functional role in the community of organisms?

    aEcotonebEcological nichecHabitatdHome range
49. Prelims 2013Q49Environment · Environmental Pollution

    Photochemical smog is a resultant of the reaction among

    aNO₂, O₃ and peroxyacetyl nitrate in the presence of sunlightbCO, O₂ and peroxyacetyl nitrate in the presence of sunlightcCO, CO₂ and NO₂ at low temperaturedhigh concentration of NO₂, O₃ and CO in the evening
50. Prelims 2013Q50Science & Tech · Biology & Human Body

    Consider the following minerals:

    1.Calcium

    2.Iron

    3.Sodium

    Which of the minerals given above is/are required by human body for the contraction of muscles?

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
51. Prelims 2013Q51Polity · Parliament

    Consider the following statements : The Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts

    1.Consists of not more than 25 Members of the Lok Sabha

    2.Scrutinizes appropriation and finance accounts of the Government

    3.Examines the report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
52. Prelims 2013Q52Medieval History · Bhakti & Sufi Movements

    Consider the following Bhakti Saints :

    1.Dadu Dayal

    2.Guru Nanak

    3.Tyagaraja

    Who among the above was/were preaching when the Lodi dynasty fell and Babur took over?

    a1 and 3b2 onlyc2 and 3d1 and 2
53. Prelims 2013Q53Environment · Ecology & Ecosystems

    With reference to the food chains in ecosystems, which of the following kinds of organism is/are known as decomposer organism/organisms?

    1.Virus

    2.Fungi

    3.Bacteria

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
54. Prelims 2013Q54Geography · Oceanography

    The most important fishing grounds of the world are found in the regions where

    awarm and cold atmospheric currents meetbrivers drain out large amounts of freshwater into the seacwarm and cold oceanic currents meetdcontinental shelf is undulating
55. Prelims 2013Q55Geography · Soils & Natural Vegetation

    Which of the following is/are unique characteristic/characteristics of equatorial forests?

    1.Presence of tall, closely set trees with crowns forming a continuous canopy

    2.Coexistence of a large number of species

    3.Presence of numerous varieties of epiphytes

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
56. Prelims 2013Q56Economy · External Sector: BoP, FDI & Exchange Rate

    Which of the following constitute Capital Account?

    1.Foreign Loans

    2.Foreign Direct Investment

    3.Private Remittances

    4.Portfolio Investment

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1, 2 and 3b1, 2 and 4c2, 3 and 4d1, 3 and 4
57. Prelims 2013Q57Art & Culture · Painting

    Consider the following historical places :

    1.Ajanta Caves

    2.Lepakshi Temple

    3.Sanchi Stupa

    Which of the above places is/are also known for mural paintings?

    a1 onlyb1 and 2 onlyc1, 2 and 3dNone
58. Prelims 2013Q58Art & Culture · Religion & Philosophy

    With reference to the history of philosophical thought in India, consider the following statements regarding Sankhya school :

    1.Sankhya does not accept the theory of rebirth or transmigration of soul.

    2.Sankhya holds that it is the self-knowledge that leads to liberation and not any exterior influence or agent.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
59. Prelims 2013Q59Polity · Political Concepts & Other Constitutions

    In the context of India, which of the following principles is/are implied institutionally in the parliamentary government?

    1.Members of the Cabinet are Members of the Parliament.

    2.Ministers hold the office till they enjoy confidence in the Parliament.

    3.Cabinet is headed by the Head of the State.

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 and 2 onlyb3 onlyc2 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
60. Prelims 2013Q60Geography · Climatology

    The annual range of temperature in the interior of the continents is high as compared to coastal areas. What is/are the reason/reasons?

    1.Thermal difference between land and water

    2.Variation in altitude between continents and oceans

    3.Presence of strong winds in the interior

    4.Heavy rains in the interior as compared to coasts

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 onlyb1 and 2 onlyc2 and 3 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
61. Prelims 2013Q61Geography · Minerals, Energy & Industries

    Which of the following is/are the characteristic/characteristics of Indian coal?

    1.High ash content

    2.Low sulphur content

    3.Low ash fusion temperature

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 and 2 onlyb2 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
62. Prelims 2013Q62Geography · Soils & Natural Vegetation

    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.

    a1, 2 and 3b2, 3 and 4c1 and 4d2 and 3 only
63. Prelims 2013Q63Geography · Minerals, Energy & IndustriesAnswer disputed

    Consider the following statements :

    1.Natural gas occurs in the Gondwana beds.

    2.Mica occurs in abundance in Kodarma.

    3.Dharwars are famous for petroleum.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 and 2b2 onlyc2 and 3dNone
64. Prelims 2013Q64Geography · Agriculture & Irrigation

    Consider the following crops :

    1.Cotton

    2.Groundnut

    3.Rice

    4.Wheat

    Which of these are Kharif crops?

    a1 and 4b2 and 3 onlyc1, 2 and 3d2, 3 and 4
65. Prelims 2013Q65Geography · Climatology

    “Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty and the people used to be nomadic herders.” The above statement best describes which of the following regions?

    aAfrican SavannahbCentral Asian SteppecNorth American PrairiedSiberian Tundra
66. Prelims 2013Q66Economy · Inflation

    Consider the following statements :

    1.Inflation benefits the debtors.

    2.Inflation benefits the bond-holders.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
67. Prelims 2013Q67Economy · Poverty, Unemployment & Social Sector

    Disguised unemployment generally means

    alarge number of people remain unemployedbalternative employment is not availablecmarginal productivity of labour is zerodproductivity of workers is low
68. Prelims 2013Q68Polity · Union Executive

    Consider the following statements :

    1.The Council of Ministers in the Centre shall be collectively responsible to the Parliament.

    2.The Union Ministers shall hold the office during the pleasure of the President of India.

    3.The Prime Minister shall communicate to the President about the proposals for legislation.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
69. Prelims 2013Q69Economy · Planning & NITI Aayog

    Consider the following statements:

    1.National Development Council is an organ of the Planning Commission.

    2.The Economic and Social Planning is kept in the Concurrent List in the Constitution of India.

    3.The Constitution of India prescribes that Panchayats should be assigned the task of preparation of plans for economic development and social justice.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
70. Prelims 2013Q70Polity · Parliament

    Consider the following statements:

    1.The Chairman and the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha are not the members of that House.

    2.While the nominated members of the two Houses of the Parliament have no voting right in the presidential election, they have the right to vote in the election of the Vice President.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
71. Prelims 2013Q71Polity · Statutory & Non-Constitutional Bodies

    With reference to National Legal Services Authority, consider the following statements:

    1.Its objective is to provide free and competent legal services to the weaker sections of the society on the basis of equal opportunity.

    2.It issues guidelines for the State Legal Services Authorities to implement the legal programmes and schemes throughout the country.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
72. Prelims 2013Q72Geography · Climatology

    During a thunderstorm, the thunder in the skies is produced by the

    1.Meeting of cumulonimbus clouds in the sky

    2.Lightning that separates the nimbus clouds

    3.Violent upward movement of air and water particles

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 onlyb2 and 3c1 and 3dNone of the above produces the thunder
73. Prelims 2013Q73Geography · Population & Settlements

    Consider the following pairs:

    Tribe : State

    1.Limboo (Limbu) : Sikkim

    2.Karbi : Himachal Pradesh

    3.Dongaria Kondh : Odisha

    4.Bonda : Tamil Nadu

    Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?

    a1 and 3 onlyb2 and 4 onlyc1, 3 and 4 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
74. Prelims 2013Q74Economy · Money & Banking

    Consider the following liquid assets:

    1.Demand deposits with the banks

    2.Time deposits with the banks

    3.Savings deposits with the banks

    4.Currency The correct sequence of these assets in the decreasing order of liquidity is

    a1–4–3–2b4–3–2–1c2–3–1–4d4–1–3–2
75. Prelims 2013Q75Economy · Money & Banking

    In the context of Indian economy, ‘Open Market Operations’ refers to

    aborrowing by scheduled banks from the RBIblending by commercial banks to industry and tradecpurchase and sale of government securities by the RBIdNone of the above
76. Prelims 2013Q76Economy · Money & Banking

    Priority Sector Lending by banks in India constitutes the lending to

    aagriculturebmicro and small enterprisescweaker sectionsdAll of the above
77. Prelims 2013Q77Geography · Minerals, Energy & Industries

    Which one among the following industries is the maximum consumer of water in India?

    aEngineeringbPaper and pulpcTextilesdThermal power
78. Prelims 2013Q78Economy · Poverty, Unemployment & Social Sector

    To obtain full benefits of demographic dividend, what should India do?

    aPromoting skill developmentbIntroducing more social-security schemescReducing infant mortality ratedPrivatization of higher education
79. Prelims 2013Q79Art & Culture · Dance

    In the context of cultural history of India, a pose in dance and dramatics called ‘Tribhanga’ has been a favourite of Indian artists from ancient times till today.

    Which one of the following statements best describes this pose?

    aOne leg is bent and the body is slightly but oppositely curved at waist and neckbFacial expressions, hand gestures and make-up are combined to symbolize certain epic or historic characterscMovements of body, face and hands are used to express oneself or to tell a storydA little smile, slightly curved waist and certain hand gestures are emphasized to express the feelings of love or eroticism
80. Prelims 2013Q80Modern History · Personalities, Organisations & Press

    Annie Besant was

    1.Responsible for starting the Home Rule Movement

    2.The founder of the Theosophical Society

    3.Once the President of the Indian National Congress

    Select the correct statement/statements using the codes given below.

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
81. Prelims 2013Q81Modern History · British Expansion & Policies

    The Ilbert Bill controversy was related to the

    aimposition of certain restrictions to carry arms by the Indiansbimposition of restrictions on newspapers and magazines published in Indian languagescremoval of disqualifications imposed on the Indian magistrates with regard to the trial of the Europeansdremoval of a duty on imported cotton cloth
82. Prelims 2013Q82Economy · Inflation

    A rise in general level of prices may be caused by

    1.An increase in the money supply

    2.A decrease in the aggregate level of output

    3.An increase in the effective demand

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 onlyb1 and 2 onlyc2 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
83. Prelims 2013Q83Economy · External Sector: BoP, FDI & Exchange Rate

    Which one of the following groups of items is included in India’s foreign-exchange reserves?

    aForeign-currency assets, Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) and loans from foreign countriesbForeign-currency assets, gold holdings of the RBI and SDRscForeign-currency assets, loans from the World Bank and SDRsdForeign-currency assets, gold holdings of the RBI and loans from the World Bank
84. Prelims 2013Q84Economy · Inflation

    Which one of the following is likely to be the most inflationary in its effect?

    aRepayment of public debtbBorrowing from the public to finance a budget deficitcBorrowing from banks to finance a budget deficitdCreating new money to finance a budget deficit
85. Prelims 2013Q85Economy · Money & Banking

    Supply of money remaining the same when there is an increase in demand for money, there will be

    aa fall in the level of pricesban increase in the rate of interestca decrease in the rate of interestdan increase in the level of income and employment
86. Prelims 2013Q86Science & Tech · Biology & Human Body

    Fruits stored in a cold chamber exhibit longer storage life because

    aexposure to sunlight is preventedbconcentration of carbon dioxide in the environment is increasedcrate of respiration is decreaseddthere is an increase in humidity
87. Prelims 2013Q87Environment · Biodiversity & SpeciesAnswer disputed

    Consider the following fauna of India:

    1.Gharial

    2.Leatherback turtle

    3.Swamp deer

    Which of the above is/are endangered?

    a1 and 2 onlyb3 onlyc1, 2 and 3dNone
88. Prelims 2013Q88Science & Tech · Physics

    Ball bearings are used in bicycles, cars, etc., because

    athe actual area of contact between the wheel and axle is increasedbthe effective area of contact between the wheel and axle is increasedcthe effective area of contact between the wheel and axle is reduceddNone of the above statements is correct
89. Prelims 2013Q89Science & Tech · Physics

    Consider the following phenomena:

    1.Size of the sun at dusk

    2.Colour of the sun at dawn

    3.Moon being visible at dawn

    4.Twinkle of stars in the sky

    5.Polestar being visible in the sky

    Which of the above are optical illusions?

    a1, 2 and 3b3, 4 and 5c1, 2 and 4d2, 3 and 5
90. Prelims 2013Q90Science & Tech · Physics

    Rainbow is produced when sunlight falls on drops of rain. Which of the following physical phenomena are responsible for this?

    1.Dispersion

    2.Refraction

    3.Internal reflection

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 and 2 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
91. Prelims 2013Q91Science & Tech · Biology & Human Body

    Many transplanted seedlings do not grow because

    athe new soil does not contain favourable mineralsbmost of the root hairs grip the new soil too hardcmost of the root hairs are lost during transplantationdleaves get damaged during transplantation
92. Prelims 2013Q92Economy · National Income & Growth

    Economic growth in country X will necessarily have to occur if

    athere is technical progress in the world economybthere is population growth in Xcthere is capital formation in Xdthe volume of trade grows in the world economy
93. Prelims 2013Q93Science & Tech · Biology & Human Body

    Which of the following statements is/are correct?

    1.Viruses lack enzymes necessary for the generation of energy.

    2.Viruses can be cultured in any synthetic medium.

    3.Viruses are transmitted from one organism to another by biological vectors only.

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
94. Prelims 2013Q94Science & Tech · Biology & Human Body

    Which of the following leaf modifications occurs/occur in desert areas to inhibit water loss?

    1.Hard and waxy leaves

    2.Tiny leaves or no leaves

    3.Thorns instead of leaves

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 and 2 onlyb2 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
95. Prelims 2013Q95Science & Tech · Physics

    The known forces of nature can be divided into four classes, viz., gravity, electromagnetism, weak nuclear force and strong nuclear force. With reference to them, which one of the following statements is not correct?

    aGravity is the strongest of the fourbElectromagnetism acts only on particles with an electric chargecWeak nuclear force causes radioactivitydStrong nuclear force holds protons and neutrons inside the nucleus of an atom
96. Prelims 2013Q96Science & Tech · Physics

    The efforts to detect the existence of Higgs boson particle have become frequent news in the recent past. What is/are the importance/ importances of discovering this particle?

    1.It will enable us to understand as to why elementary particles have mass.

    2.It will enable us in the near future to develop the technology of transferring matter from one point to another without traversing the physical space between them.

    3.It will enable us to create better fuels for nuclear fission.

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
97. Prelims 2013Q97Environment · Ecology & Ecosystems

    Mycorrhizal biotechnology has been used in rehabilitating degraded sites because mycorrhiza enables the plants to

    1.Resist drought and increase absorptive area

    2.Tolerate extremes of pH

    3.Resist disease infestation

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
98. Prelims 2013Q98Economy · Planning & NITI Aayog

    Who among the following constitute the National Development Council?

    1.The Prime Minister

    2.The Chairman, Finance Commission

    3.Ministers of the Union Cabinet

    4.Chief Ministers of the States

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

    a1, 2 and 3 onlyb1, 3 and 4 onlyc2 and 4 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
99. Prelims 2013Q99Economy · National Income & Growth

    The national income of a country for a given period is equal to the

    atotal value of goods and services produced by the nationalsbsum of total consumption and investment expenditurecsum of personal income of all individualsdmoney value of final goods and services produced
100. Prelims 2013Q100Economy · Agriculture & Food Security

     Which of the following grants/grant direct credit assistance to rural households?

     1.Regional Rural Banks

     2.National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development

     3.Land Development Banks

     Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

     a1 and 2 onlyb2 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3