Indian Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2012-General Studies Paper1-Part 3
51. In the areas
covered under the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, what
is the role/power of Gram Sabha?
1. Gram Sabha has the power to prevent
alienation of land in the Scheduled Areas.
2. Gram Sabha has
the ownership of minor forest produce.
3. Recommendation
of Gram Sabha is required for granting prospecting licence or mining lease for
any mineral in the Scheduled Areas.
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
ANSWER: b
52. In the
Parliament of India, the purpose of an adjournment motion is
(a) to allow a discussion on a definite matter of
urgent public importance
(b) to let opposition members collect information
from the ministers
(c) to allow a reduction of specific amount in
demand for grant
(d) to postpone the proceedings to check the
inappropriate or violent behaviour on the part of some members
ANSWER: a
53. How does
National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting the Indian
agriculture?
1. NBA checks the
biopiracy and protects the indigenous and traditional genetic resources.
2. NBA directly
monitors and supervises the scientific research on genetic modification of crop
plants.
3. Application for
IntellectualProperty Rights related to genetic/biological resources cannot be
made without the approval of NBA.
Which of the statements given above is/ are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWER: c
54. The National
Green Tribunal Act, 2010 was enacted in consonance with which of the following
provisions of the Constitution of India
1. Right to healthy
environment, construed as a part of Right to life under Article 21
2. Provision of
grants for raising the level of administration in the Scheduled Areas for the
welfare of Scheduled Tribes under Article 275 (1)
3. Powers and
functions of Gram Sabha as mentioned under Article 243(a)
Select the correct Answer using the codes
given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWER: a
55. If National Mission
1. Part of the
water needs of urban areas will be met through recycling of waste-water.
2. The water
requirements of coastal cities with inadequate alternative sources of water
will be met by adopting appropriate technologies that allow for the use of
ocean water.
3. All the rivers
of Himalayan origin will be linked to the rivers of peninsular India
4. The expenses
incurred by farmers for digging bore-wells and for installing motors and
pump-sets to draw ground-water will be completely reimbursed by the Government.
Select the correct Answer using the codes
given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
ANSWER:
56. Consider the
following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as
enshrined in the Constitution of India
1. Securing for
citizens of India
2. Organizing
village Panchayats
3. Promoting
cottage industries in rural areas
4. Securing for all
the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities
Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles
that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy?
(a) 1, 2 and 4 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
ANSWER: b
57. Consider the
following statements:
1. Union Territories
2. It is within the
purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the election disputes.
3. According to the
Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya
Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 3
(d) None
ANSWER: d
58. With reference
to consumers’ rights/privileges under the provisions of law in India
1. Consumers are
empowered to take samples for food testing.
2. When a consumer
files a complaint in any consumer forum, no fee is required to be paid.
3. In case of death
of a consumer, his/her legal heir can file a complaint in the consumer forum on
his/her behalf.
Select the correct Answer using the codes
given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWER: d
59. Regarding the
office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements :
1. He/She holds the
office during the pleasure of the President.
2. He/she need not
be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a
member of the House within six months from the date of his/her election.
3. If he/she
intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the
Deputy Speaker.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 only
(c) 1, 2 and 3
(d) None
ANSWER: b
60. Which of the
following are included in the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?
1. A dispute
between the Government of India and one or more States
2. A dispute
regarding elections to either House of the Parliament or that of Legislature of
a State
3. A dispute
between the Government of India and a Union Territory
4. A dispute
between two or more Sates
Select the correct Answer using the codes
given below :
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 and 3
(c) 1 and 4
(d) 3 and 4
ANSWER: c
61. Consider the
following kinds of organisms :
1. Bacteria
2. Fungi
3. Flowering plants
Some species of which of the above kinds of
organisms are employed as biopesticides?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWER: d
62. Biomass
gasification is considered to be one of the sustainable solutions to the power
crisis in India
1. Coconut shells,
groundnut shells and rice husk can be used in biomass gasification.
2. The combustible
gases generated from biomass gasification consist of hydrogen and carbon
dioxide only.
3. The combustible
gases generated from biomass gasification can be used for direct heat
generation but not in internal combustion engines.
Select the correct Answer using the codes
given below :
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWER: a
63. What is the
role of ultraviolet (UV) radiation in the water purification systems?
1. It
inactivates/kills the harmful microorganisms in water.
2. It removes all
the undesirable odours from the water.
3. It quickens the
sedimentation of solid particles, removes turbidity and improves the clarity of
water.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWER: c
64. Graphene is
frequently in news recently. What is its importance?
1. It is a
two-dimensional material and has good electrical conductivity.
2. It is one of the
thinnest but strongest materials tested so far.
3. It is entirely
made of silicon and has high optical transparency.
4. It can be used
as ‘conducting electrodes’ required for touch screens, LCDs and organic LEDs.
Which of the following statements given above
are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
ANSWER: c
65. Lead, ingested
or inhaled, is a health hazard. After the addition of lead to petrol has been
banned, what still are the sources of lead poisoning?
1. Smelting units
2. Pens and Pencils
3. Paints
4. Hair oils and
cosmetics
Select the correct Answer using the codes
given below:
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
ANSWER: d
66. With reference
to ‘stem cells’, frequently in the news, which of the following statements
is/are correct?
1. Stem cells can
be derived from mammals only.
2. Stem cells can
be used for screening new drugs.
3. Stem cells can
be used for medical therapies.
Select the correct Answer using the codes
given below :
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWER: b
67. Consider the
following statements :
Chlorofluorcarbons, known as ozonedepleting substances, are used
1. in the
production of plastic foams
2. in the
production of tubeless tyres
3. in cleaning
certain electronic components
4. as pressurizing
agents in aerosol cans
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 4 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
ANSWER: c
68. A team of
scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory including those from India
1. It will make
mineral prospecting and oil exploration easier and cheaper.
2. It will help
probe the possibility of the existence of stars and galaxies made of
anti-matter.
3. It will help
understand the evolution of the universe.
Select the correct Answer using the code given
below:
Code:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWER: b
69. Which of the
following is/are cited by the scientists as evidence/ evidences for the
continued expansion of universe?
1. Detection of
microwaves in space
2. Observation of
redshift phenomenon is space
3. Movement of
asteroids in space
4. Occurrence of
supernova explosions in space
Select the correct Answer using the codes
given below :
(a) 1 and 2
(b) 2 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4
(d) None of the above can be cited as evidence.
ANSWER: a
70. Electrically
charged particles from space travelling at speeds of several hundred km/sec can
severely harm living beings if they reach the surface of the Earth. What prevents
them from reaching the surface of the Earth?
(a) The Earth’s magnetic field diverts them
towards its poles.
(b) Ozone layer around the Earth reflects them
back to outer space
(c) Moisture in the upper layers of atmosphere
prevents them from reaching the surface of the Earth
(d) None of the statements (a), (b) and (c) given above is correct
ANSWER: a
71. With reference
to the scientific progress of ancient India, which of the statements given
below are correct?
1. Different kinds
of specialized surgical instruments were in common use by 1st century A.D.
2. Transplant of
internal organs in the human body had begun by the beginning of 3rd century
A(d)
3. The concept of
sine of an angle was known in 5th century AD.
4. The concept of
cyclic quadrilaterals was known in 7thcentury AD.
Select the correct Answer using the code given
below:
Code:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 and 4 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
ANSWER: b
72. With reference
to the history of ancient India, which of the following was/were common to both
Buddhism and Jainism?
1. Avoidance of
extremities of penance and enjoyment
2. Indifference to
the authority of the Vedas
3. Denial of
efficacy of rituals
Select the correct Answer using the code given
below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
ANSWER: b
73. Which of the
following can be said to be essentially the parts of ‘Inclusive Governance?
1. Permitting the
Non-Banking Financial Companies to do banking
2. Establishing effective
District Planning Committees in all the districts
3. Increasing the
government spending on public health
4. Strengthening
the Mid-day Meal Scheme.
Select the correct Answer using the codes
given below :
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 3 and 4 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only (doubt)
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
ANSWER: c
74. The Nagara, the
Dravida and the Vesara are the
(a)
three main racial groups of the Indian subcontinent
(b) three main linguistic divisions into which
the languages of India
(c) three main styles of Indian temple
architecture
(d) three main musical Gharanas prevalent in India
ANSWER: c
75. The Congress
ministries resigned in the seven provinces in 1939, because
(a) the Congress could not from ministries in the
other four provinces
(b) emergence of a ‘left wing’ in the Congress
made the working of the ministries impossible
(c) there were widespread communal disturbances
in their provinces
(d) None of the statements (a), (b) and (c) given above is correct.
ANSWER: d
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