GYANKIT MINI MOCK TEST SERIES – A2018-1

GYANKIT MINI MOCK TEST SERIES – A2018-1 (answer below)

Q1. With reference to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), consider the following statements: 1. They are 17 goals with 169 targets which aim to end all forms of poverty. 2. They are applicable to developing countries only. 3. They are legally binding. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q2. Consider the following statements about  Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY): 1. The schemes targets mainly the senior citizens above 65 years of age. 2. The beneficiaries receive 35 kg of foodgrains per household per month. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q3. The Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act of 1956 is applicable to persons belonging to which of the following religions? 1. Hinduism 2. Jainism 3. Buddhism 4. Sikhism Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 1, 2 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q4. Consider the following statements about the pricing mechanism of petroleum products in India: 1. The prices of all petroleum products are market determined. 2. The prices of petrol and diesel are determined on import parity basis while that of PDS kerosene and domestic LPG on trade parity basis. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q5. In the context of government accounts, consider the following statements: 1. No amount can be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India without prior authorisation from Parliament. 2. Any amount withdrawn from the Public Account of India requires a subsequent authorisation from the Parliament. 3. No parliamentary authorisation for payments from the Contingency Fund is required, either prior or subsequent to incurring such expenditure. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q6. The term 'Sowa Rigpa' refers to (a) a traditional medicine system in Tibet. (b) a traditional system of agriculture in Manipur. (c) an architectural style in Buddhist monasteries in Ladakh. (d) an ancient form of dance drama in Sikkim.

Q7. With reference to Financial Stability Board (FSB), consider the following statements: 1. It was established under the aegis of G20. 2. It has been established to develop and implement policies in the interest of financial stability. 3. India is one of the members of FSB. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q8. Which among the following are the components of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana? 1. Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme 2. Har Khet Ko Pani 3. Watershed development 4. Per drop more crop Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 3 and 4 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q9. Which among the following is/are constituents of Prasar Bharati? 1. Doordarshan 2. All India Radio 3. Press Council of India Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q10. In the context of the general Budget, consider the following statements: 1. The Finance Bill, presented before Parliament at the time of presentation of the Budget, is a Money Bill. 2. The Vote on Account is obtained from Parliament through a Finance Bill. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q11. With reference to SAADMEx-2015, the first South Asian Annual Disaster Management Exercise, consider the following statements: 1. It aims to provide participants with an opportunity to discuss disaster response plans and capabilities of SAARC countries. 2. It was conducted by the National Disaster Response Force. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q12. Consider the following pairs: Systems of medicines Philosophy 1. Siddha : Human body, food and drugs are replica of universe 2. Homeopathy : Likes are cured by likes 3. Naturopathy : Food is the only medicine Which of the pairs given above is / are correctly matched? (a) 3 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q13. Which of the following were the causes for adoption of Annual Plans during 1966-69? 1. Indo-China conflict 2. Severe drought 3. Appreciation of the currency 4. General rise in prices Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 4 only (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q14. Which among the following pollutants is/are covered under the National Ambient Air Quality Standards notified by the Central Pollution Control Board? 1. Sulphur Dioxide 2. Lead 3. Ozone Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 1 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Q15. The indices from which of the following groups is/are used to calculate the Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI)? 1. Cereals and products 2. Milk and products 3. Oils and fats 4. Tobacco and Intoxicants Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q16. Consider the following Statement about Mission Electrification: 1. It aims to electrify nearly 90% of railway tracks in the next five years. 2. It is an initiative of the Ministry of Railways. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q17. Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? Institute Location 1. Indian Grain Storage Management and Research Institute : Hapur 2. Central Fisheries Institute : Kochi 3. Central Grain Analysis Laboratory : New Delhi 4. National Dairy Development Board : Anand Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q18. Which of the following is correct regarding EKUVERIN 2016? (a) It is the joint military exercise between India and Maldives. (b) It is a WHO initiative to spread awareness against the spread of Zika Virus. (c) It is the name of recently discovered comet by Rosetta. (d) It is a UNESCO initiative for rehabilitation of refugees in Europe.

Q19. Consider the following statements regarding the Startup Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP): 1. It is a sub-component of National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM). 2. Under the programme, loans are provided through SHGs to promote startup enterprises in rural areas. 3. It is an initiative of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1 and 3 only

Q20. With reference to BrahMos missile, consider the following statements: 1. It is a subsonic cruise missile. 2. It is being developed by India and Russia. 3. The existing range of BrahMos missiles is 2900 Km. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (c) 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

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