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Past Questions — 2024
The Indian National Congress was founded in which year?
A)
1857
B)
1885
C)
1905
D)
1925
The Indian National Congress was founded in December 1885.
In the Mizoram budget 2024-25, the amount of money set aside for the flagship programme of the ZPM government’s ‘Hand-holding Policy/Bana kaih’ is :
A)
₹150 crores
B)
₹200 crores
C)
₹3000 crores
D)
₹500 crores
In the Mizoram State Budget for the financial year 2024-25, the ZPM (Zo People's Movement) government emphasized its flagship 'Hand-holding Policy' (known locally as 'Bana kaih'). This policy is designed to provide financial assistance and guidance to youth and entrepreneurs to foster self-employment and economic independence within the state. The government specifically allocated ₹500 crores for the implementation of this flagship programme to ensure that eligible beneficiaries receive the necessary support to start and sustain their ventures. Options a, b, and c are incorrect as they do not match the specific budgetary allocation announced for this particular scheme in the 2024-25 budget documents.
Which of the following economists held the view that nature will check population growth?
A)
Thomas Robert Malthus
B)
Adam Smith
C)
JS Mill
D)
David Ricardo
Thomas Robert Malthus posited that unchecked population growth is inevitably curtailed by 'positive checks' imposed by nature, such as famine, disease, and war.
India is a ________ as per provision in Article 1 of the Constitution of India.
A)
Union State
B)
Federal State
C)
Unitary State
D)
None of these
Step 1: Analyze Article 1 of the Constitution of India. Article 1(1) explicitly states: 'India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States.'
Step 2: Evaluate the options based on the constitutional text.
- Option (a) 'Union State' (referring to a Union of States) directly mirrors the language used in Article 1.
- Option (b) 'Federal State': While India has federal features (division of powers between Center and State), the Constitution deliberately uses the term 'Union' instead of 'Federation' to emphasize that the Indian federation is not the result of an agreement by the states and that states have no right to secede from it.
- Option (c) 'Unitary State': India is not a purely unitary state as it shares power with states, although it has a strong centralizing tendency (often described as 'quasi-federal').
Step 3: Conclusion. Since the question specifically asks 'as per provision in Article 1', the literal wording of the Constitution must be followed. Therefore, India is a Union of States.
Player of the Season in the recently concluded UEFA Champions League 2023-24 is :
A)
Jude Belligham
B)
Kylian Mbappe
C)
Vinicius Junior
D)
Erling Haaland
Vinicius Junior was named the official Player of the Season for the UEFA Champions League 2023-24 following his outstanding performances and title-winning goal in the final for Real Madrid.
India’s first-ever military-grade geospatial satellite built entirely by the private sector which was launched on 7th April, 2024 is :
A)
EOS-07
B)
RISAT-2BRI
C)
TSAT-1A
D)
CARTOSAT-03
TSAT-1A, launched on 7 April 2024 aboard SpaceX's Bandwagon-1 mission, is India's first military-grade sub-metre optical geospatial satellite built entirely in the private sector by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and Satellogic.
Which one of the following approach to the study of Public Administration is related with Max Weber?
A)
Classical Approach
B)
Human Relation Approach
C)
Scientific Approach
D)
Bureaucratic Approach
Max Weber is universally renowned in sociology and public administration for developing the 'Bureaucratic Approach' (Theory of Bureaucracy), emphasizing hierarchy, division of labor, formal rules, and impersonality.
An important pass that links Kerala with Tamil Nadu is :
A)
Thal Ghat
B)
Bhor Ghat
C)
Palghat Gap
D)
Vindhyan Ghat
Palghat Gap (Palakkad Gap) is a major mountain pass across the Western Ghats connecting Palakkad district in Kerala with Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu.
Which biome is characterised by the presence of mosses, lichens and herbs with underlying permafrost?
A)
Taiga
B)
Desert
C)
Tundra
D)
Savanna
The Tundra biome is characterized by low-growing vegetation such as mosses, lichens, and grasses, accompanied by a permanently frozen subsoil layer (permafrost).
Harappan exchanges were regulated by a precise system of :
A)
Sizes
B)
Lengths
C)
Weights
D)
Perimeters
The Indus Valley Civilization (Harappan Civilization) is renowned for its highly standardized system of weights and measures, which was essential for regulating trade and exchanges.
1. Why 'Weights' is correct: Archaeologists have discovered a precise system of chert weights, typically cubical in shape. These weights followed a binary system for lower denominations (1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64) and a decimal system for higher denominations. This standardization across vast distances (from Mohenjo-daro to Lothal) indicates a centralized authority regulating commerce.
2. Why other options are incorrect:
- Sizes (a) and Lengths (b): While the Harappans did have standardized brick sizes (ratio 4:2:1) and some evidence of linear measurements (ivory scales), the primary mechanism for regulating 'exchanges' (trade/commerce) was the system of weights used to measure commodities.
- Perimeters (d): Perimeter is a derived measurement of length and was not a standalone system used to regulate trade exchanges.
The International Day for Biological Diversity falls on :
A)
22nd April
B)
23rd April
C)
22nd May
D)
23rd May
The United Nations proclaimed May 22 as the International Day for Biological Diversity to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues.
Unemployment that arises when there is a mismatch between the worker’s skill and availability of jobs in the market is called :
A)
Frictional unemployment
B)
Structural unemployment
C)
Cyclical unemployment
D)
Disguised unemployment
Structural unemployment occurs when there is a fundamental mismatch between the skills and qualifications possessed by job-seekers and the requirements of available employment opportunities in the market.
The idea of Fundamental Rights in Indian Constitution has been borrowed from the constitution of :
A)
England
B)
France
C)
Germany
D)
U.S.A
The concept of Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution is inspired by the 'Bill of Rights' of the United States Constitution. These rights are enshrined in Part III of the Indian Constitution (Articles 12 to 35) and are justiciable, meaning they can be enforced by courts, similar to the American model.
Analysis of other options:
- England: India borrowed the Parliamentary system of government and the concept of the Rule of Law from the UK, but not the specific structure of Fundamental Rights.
- France: India borrowed the ideals of Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity from the French Revolution/Constitution.
- Germany: India borrowed the concept of the suspension of Fundamental Rights during a National Emergency (via the Weimar Constitution).
‘Barbie’ movie released in 2023 made history, becoming the first Billion-Dollar movie directed solely by a woman, and was directed by :
A)
Jane Campion
B)
Sofia Coppola
C)
Kathryn Bigelow
D)
Greta Gerwig
Greta Gerwig directed the 2023 film 'Barbie', which became the first billion-dollar movie directed solely by a woman.
Which of the following Constitutional Amendments has been described as a “Mini Revision of the Constitution”?
A)
Forty-Second Ammendment Act, 1976
B)
Forty-Fourth Ammendment Act, 1978
C)
Fifty-Second Ammendment Act, 1985
D)
Forty-Eighth Ammendment Act, 1987
The 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976 made extensive and sweeping changes to various parts of the Indian Constitution (including the Preamble, Seventh Schedule, and adding Fundamental Duties), earning it the description 'Mini-Constitution' or 'Mini Revision of the Constitution'.
Which ministry has received the highest allocation in the Interim Budget 2024-25 of the central government?
A)
Railways
B)
Defence
C)
Road, transport and highways
D)
Home affairs
In the Union Interim Budget 2024-25, the Ministry of Defence received the highest allocation of ₹6.2 lakh crore.
In 1878 the Famine Commission of India was established under the Chairmanship of :
A)
Sir Richard Strachey
B)
James Lyall
C)
Sir John Woodhead
D)
Anthony MacDonnell
The Famine Commission of 1878 was established under the chairmanship of Sir Richard Strachey.
The largest biodiversity area in India is :
A)
North-Eastern region
B)
Deccan Plateau
C)
Southern Peninsula
D)
Western Ghats
India is divided into several biodiversity hotspots. While the Western Ghats and the Eastern Himalayas are both recognized as global biodiversity hotspots, the North-Eastern region (which encompasses the Eastern Himalayas and the Indo-Burma region) is considered the largest biodiversity area in terms of species richness and variety. This region serves as a transition zone between the Palearctic and Indo-Malayan realms, leading to an exceptionally high concentration of endemic species of flora and fauna.
Comparing the options:
- North-Eastern region: Contains the Eastern Himalayas and Indo-Burma hotspots, boasting the highest species diversity in India.
- Deccan Plateau: While ecologically significant, it does not possess the same level of biodiversity or endemism as the North-East.
- Southern Peninsula: Contains diverse ecosystems, but is less diverse than the North-East.
- Western Ghats: This is a major biodiversity hotspot, but in terms of overall area and the sheer variety of species (especially avian and botanical), the North-Eastern region is superior.
Which country recently launched the World’s first dedicated Drone Carrier?
A)
USA
B)
Russia
C)
China
D)
Turkey
China recently launched the world's first dedicated drone carrier, which is a specialized vessel designed specifically to launch, recover, and maintain unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) at sea. Unlike traditional aircraft carriers that are modified to carry drones, this vessel is purpose-built for drone operations to enhance maritime surveillance and strike capabilities. While the USA, Russia, and Turkey are leaders in drone technology (especially Turkey with the Bayraktar series), they utilize conventional aircraft carriers or land-based stations rather than a dedicated, purpose-built drone carrier ship.
The original Constitution of India contained :
A)
395 Articles, eight Schedules and 22 Parts
B)
395 Articles, eight Schedules and 23 Parts
C)
395 Articles, nine Schedules and 21 Parts
D)
None of these
The original Constitution of India (1950) had 395 Articles, 8 Schedules, and 22 Parts.
Which amongst the following states in India has the lowest percentage of urban population?
A)
Kerala
B)
Chhattisgarh
C)
Rajasthan
D)
Assam
Based on 2011 Census data, among the options provided, Assam has a relatively low percentage of urban population (around 14.1%) compared to Kerala, Chhattisgarh, and Rajasthan.
Which committee recommended for three language formula?
A)
Raj Committee
B)
Kothari Committee
C)
Rajamannar Committee
D)
Dutt Committee
The Three-Language Formula was recommended by the Kothari Commission (1964-66), headed by Daulat Singh Kothari. The commission proposed a formula to balance the needs of regional languages, Hindi, and English in Indian schools to promote national integration and linguistic harmony. The formula generally suggests: 1. The mother tongue or regional language, 2. Hindi (in non-Hindi speaking states) or another modern Indian language (in Hindi speaking states), and 3. English.
Analysis of other options:
- Raj Committee: Not associated with the primary recommendation of the three-language formula.
- Rajamannar Committee: This was a committee appointed by the Tamil Nadu government in 1967 to examine the language issue, but it was not the body that originated the Three-Language Formula.
- Dutt Committee: Not the authority responsible for this educational language policy.
The world’s first conversational AI with emotional intelligence is :
A)
AI Robot
B)
Gemini AI
C)
Hume AI
D)
Humanoid Robot
Hume AI introduced the Empathic Voice Interface (EVI), recognized as the world's first conversational AI with emotional intelligence.
If the Reserve Bank of India raise the repo rate
A)
Money supply will increase, and there will be an inflationary pressure.
B)
Loans issued by the banking system to the economy will increase.
C)
Investment may decrease, and inflationary pressure may also decrease.
D)
Consumer demand will increase.
An increase in repo rate raises the cost of borrowing for commercial banks and consumers, dampening credit expansion and investment, which helps curb inflation.
Which language family has the largest number of speakers in India?
A)
Dravidian family
B)
Indo-European family
C)
Sino-Tibetan family
D)
Austric family
The Indo-European family (Indo-Aryan branch) has the largest speaker base in India, representing around 78% of the total population.