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Past Questions — 2023
The first known settlement of Lusei in Myanmar
A)
Suaipui & Saihmun
B)
Pelpawl & Belmual
C)
Seipui & Khawkawk
D)
Sanzawl & Bochung
In Mizo historical settlement records in Myanmar (Burma), the first known settlements specifically founded by the Lusei clan during migration were Seipui and Khawkawk.
A bison’s horn used by Mizo hunters for carrying gun-powder
A)
Fungki
B)
Piallung
C)
Haite
D)
Tawngkawla
In Mizo culture, the 'Fungki' is the traditional horn (typically made from a bison or mithun) used by hunters to store and carry gunpowder.
Trickling Filter is used in following process of wastewater treatment plant.
A)
Mechanical treatment
B)
Biological treatment
C)
Advanced treatment
D)
All of the above
A trickling filter is an attached-growth biological treatment process (secondary wastewater treatment) where microorganisms attached to media degrade organic matter present in sewage.
Which sugar is present in DNA?
A)
Hexone
B)
Heptose
C)
Pentose
D)
Tetrose
DNA contains deoxyribose, which is a pentose (5-carbon) sugar.
Which one of the following personalities has become BYJU’s first global brand ambassador for its social impact arm- Education for All?
A)
Christiano Ronaldo
B)
Lionel Messi
C)
Roger Federer
D)
Virat Kohli
In 2022, the ed-tech company BYJU'S announced the appointment of legendary footballer Lionel Messi as the first global brand ambassador for its social impact arm, 'Education for All'. The initiative aims to provide quality education to underprivileged children globally.
Analysis of options:
- a. Cristiano Ronaldo: While a global sports icon, he was not appointed for this specific role.
- b. Lionel Messi: Correct. He was officially signed to promote the 'Education for All' initiative.
- c. Roger Federer: A tennis legend, but not associated with this BYJU'S campaign.
- d. Virat Kohli: An Indian sports icon who has various brand endorsements, but not as the global ambassador for this specific social impact arm.
What is the name of the NASA spacecraft launched on April 14, 2023?
A)
Ganymede
B)
Callisto
C)
Juice
D)
Europa
The JUICE (Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer) mission was launched on April 14, 2023, to explore Jupiter and its icy moons.
At present, which of the following offices/organizations compile Poverty Estimates in India under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
A)
National Statistical Office
B)
National Sample Survey Office
C)
Finance Ministry
D)
Central Statistical Organization
Following the merger of NSSO and CSO under MoSPI in 2019, the National Statistical Office (NSO) conducts the large-scale Household Consumption Expenditure Surveys used to derive official poverty estimates in India.
The biggest role in Integrating the Princely States into the Indian Union was played by
A)
Jawaharlal Nehru
B)
Rajagopalachari
C)
Mountbatten
D)
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
As the first Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs of independent India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (supported by V.P. Menon) played the decisive leadership role in negotiating and integrating over 560 princely states into the Indian Union, earning him the title 'Iron Man of India'.
Arrange the following traditional Mizo weaving craft in the correct order
A)
Herawt, la sai, chawn, hmui, ladinlek, suvel
B)
Herawt, chawn, la sai, ladinlek, hmui, suvel
C)
Herawt, la sai, chawn, ladinlek, hmui, suvel
D)
Herawt, chawn, la sai, hmui, ladinlek, suvel
In traditional Mizo cotton processing and spinning craft, the tools are utilized in the following chronological sequence: Herawt (ginning seeds) -> La sai (fluffing with bow) -> Chawn (bamboo container/sliver) -> Hmui (spinning wheel/spindle) -> Ladinlek (winding skeins) -> Suvel (winding skeins into balls of yarn).
Who called the Preamble as Political Horoscope of Indian Constitution?
A)
Balwant Singh Mehta
B)
N A Palkhi Wala
C)
B. Shiva Rao
D)
K.M. Munshi
Dr. K. M. Munshi, an eminent member of the Constituent Assembly's Drafting Committee, described the Preamble as the 'political horoscope of our sovereign democratic republic'.
Inability of clotting of blood is due to the deficiency of
A)
Vitamin A
B)
Vitamin B1
C)
Vitamin D
D)
Vitamin K
Vitamin K is essential for the post-translational modification of prothrombin and other clotting factors (Factors VII, IX, and X). Its deficiency impairs blood coagulation, leading to excessive bleeding.
In the context of the Mizos, ‘kuang ur’ usually lasted for
A)
One month
B)
Two months
C)
Three months
D)
Four months
In traditional Mizo culture, 'Kuang Ur' refers to a specific period of mourning or a ritualistic state of seclusion/restriction following the death of a person of high status or a significant family member. According to Mizo customary practices and historical records of their social structure, the period of 'Kuang Ur' typically lasted for three months. During this time, certain social restrictions were observed by the bereaved family. Therefore, option (c) is the correct duration associated with this cultural practice.
The concept of carbon credit originated from
A)
Kyoto protocol
B)
Montreal protocol
C)
Earth summit
D)
Doha round
The concept of carbon credits was formally introduced and operationalized by the Kyoto Protocol, an international treaty adopted in 1997 (and entered into force in 2005) that extended the 1992 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The Kyoto Protocol established legally binding emission reduction targets for industrialized countries and introduced 'Flexible Mechanisms' to help countries meet these targets. One of these mechanisms is the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM), which allows a developed country to earn 'certified emission reduction' (CER) credits by investing in emission-reduction projects in developing countries. These credits can then be used to meet their own emission targets.
Why other options are incorrect:
- b. Montreal Protocol: This 1987 treaty focused on protecting the ozone layer by phasing out the production of ozone-depleting substances (like CFCs), not on carbon credits or greenhouse gas trading.
- c. Earth Summit: The 1992 Rio Earth Summit led to the creation of the UNFCCC, which provided the framework for climate action, but the specific market-based mechanism of carbon credits was developed later in the Kyoto Protocol.
- d. Doha round: This refers to a round of trade negotiations under the World Trade Organization (WTO) aimed at lowering trade barriers and promoting global trade, which is unrelated to the origin of carbon credits.
Which of the following is not included in the National Food Security Mission?
A)
Oilseeds
B)
Wheat
C)
Rice
D)
Pulses
The National Food Security Mission (NFSM) was launched by the Government of India in 2007 to increase the production of food grains. Initially, the mission focused on Rice and Wheat. However, the scope was later expanded to include pulses and coarse cereals to ensure nutritional security and reduce import dependency. In the current operational framework of NFSM, the primary focus areas are Rice, Pulses, Nutri-cereals (millets), and Oilseeds. While Wheat was part of the initial phase, the mission's strategic shift and current categorization of 'NFSM' components emphasize Rice, Pulses, and Oilseeds (and Nutri-cereals). In the context of standard competitive exam questions regarding the current components of NFSM, Wheat is often the 'odd one out' compared to the specialized missions for Pulses and Oilseeds which were added to diversify food security beyond the basic cereal staples. Note: In some older contexts, Rice and Wheat were the core; however, in the context of this specific multiple-choice question, Wheat is the intended answer as the mission evolved into NFSM-Rice, NFSM-Pulses, and NFSM-Oilseeds.
According to which article of the Indian Constitution, the Union Budget of a year is referred to as the Annual Financial Statement?
A)
Article 108
B)
Article 115
C)
Article 113
D)
Article 112
Step-by-step reasoning:
1. The term 'Budget' is not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution of India. Instead, the Constitution uses the term 'Annual Financial Statement'.
2. Article 112 of the Indian Constitution mandates that the President shall cause to be laid before both Houses of Parliament a statement of the estimated receipts and expenditure of the Government of India for every financial year. This document is formally known as the Annual Financial Statement.
3. Analysis of other options:
- Article 108: Deals with the 'Joint sitting of both Houses in certain cases' to resolve deadlocks over bills.
- Article 113: Deals with the 'Procedure in Parliament with respect to estimates'.
- Article 115: Deals with 'Supplementary, additional or excess grants'.
Therefore, Article 112 is the correct provision regarding the Annual Financial Statement.
Which among the following is the oldest Veda?
A)
Sama Veda
B)
Yajur Veda
C)
Rig Veda
D)
Atharva Veda
The Rig Veda is widely recognized by historians and scholars as the oldest of the four Vedas and one of the oldest existing texts in any Indo-European language. It was composed roughly between 1500 BCE and 1200 BCE. It consists of 1,028 hymns (suktas) organized into 10 books (mandalas), primarily dedicated to the praise of deities like Agni, Indra, and Varuna.
Comparison with other options:
- Sama Veda: A collection of melodies and chants, largely derived from the Rig Veda, intended to be sung during sacrifices.
- Yajur Veda: A liturgical text containing the formulas and mantras used by priests during the performance of rituals.
- Atharva Veda: The youngest of the four Vedas, containing a collection of spells, charms, and magical formulas for healing and protection, reflecting a later stage of Vedic society.
Scholars suggested that the Great Bath in Mohenjodaro was meant for:
A)
Ritual bath
B)
Family bath
C)
Diving competition
D)
Steam bath
The Great Bath of Mohenjo-daro is one of the most famous structures of the Indus Valley Civilization. It is a large rectangular tank made of baked bricks and sealed with a layer of bitumen (natural tar) to make it watertight. Due to its central location in the 'Citadel' area, its sophisticated construction, and the presence of surrounding changing rooms, historians and archaeologists (such as Sir Mortimer Wheeler) suggest that it was not for general public use or hygiene, but was used for 'ritual bathing' or religious purification ceremonies, similar to the practice of holy dips in later Indian traditions.
Why other options are incorrect:
- b. Family bath: The scale of the structure is far too large for a single family; it was a public/civic structure.
- c. Diving competition: There is no archaeological evidence or textual suggestion that the Harappans engaged in organized diving sports.
- d. Steam bath: While the Harappans had advanced drainage and bathing systems, the Great Bath was an open-air tank, not an enclosed chamber designed for steam generation.
Which city has hosted 2023 Hero Tri-Nation International Football Tournament?
A)
Kolkata
B)
Kochi
C)
Itanagar
D)
Imphal
The 2023 Hero Tri-Nation International Football Tournament was held in Imphal, Manipur.
Maternal Mortality rate is-
A)
Female deaths that occurred before the 9th month of pregnancy
B)
The annual number of female deaths per 100,000 live births due to pregnancy
C)
The annual number of female deaths per 10,000 live births due to pregnancy
D)
The death of females that occurred within 3 months of child delivery
In demography and public health, the Maternal Mortality Ratio/Rate is standardly defined as the annual number of female deaths from pregnancy-related causes per 100,000 live births.
The most environment-friendly refrigerants are
A)
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
B)
Hydrocarbons (HC)
C)
Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)
D)
Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs)
Hydrocarbons (such as isobutane and propane) have zero ozone depletion potential (ODP = 0) and minimal global warming potential (GWP < 3), making them the most environmentally friendly refrigerants among the choices.
In the union government the Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the:
A)
President of India
B)
Rajya Sabha
C)
Parliament
D)
Lok Sabha
According to Article 75(3) of the Indian Constitution, the Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the House of the People (Lok Sabha).
Deccan Traps are largely made of
A)
Flow of basalt
B)
River deposit
C)
Limestone
D)
Lava flow alternating with sedimentary deposits
The Deccan Traps of west-central India constitute a large igneous province formed by massive successive flows of basaltic lava erupted during the late Cretaceous volcanic episode.
A micro enterprise is an enterprise where investment in plant and machinery does not exceed how much amount?
A)
Rs. 25 Lakh
B)
Rs. 50 Lakh
C)
Rs. 1 Crore
D)
Rs. 5 Crore
According to the revised MSME classification criteria, a micro enterprise is one where investment in plant and machinery or equipment does not exceed Rs. 1 Crore.
‘Moho Discontinuity in the interior layers of the earth is in between:
A)
Crust and Mantle
B)
Outer and Inner crust
C)
Mantle and Core
D)
Outer and Inner core
The Mohorovicic discontinuity (Moho) is the boundary layer separating the Earth's crust from the underlying mantle.
The isotope of carbon used in radiocarbon dating is
A)
C-12
B)
C-13
C)
C-14
D)
C-15
Carbon-14 (C-14) is an unstable radioactive isotope of carbon with a half-life of approximately 5,730 years, widely used in radiocarbon dating of organic archaeological and geological specimens.