INSIGHTS IAS REVISION PLAN FOR PRELIMS 2019 – DAILY REVISION TESTS: TEST-33
INSIGHTS IAS REVISION PLAN FOR PRELIMS 2019 - DAILY REVISION TESTS
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Welcome to Insights IAS Revision Plan for UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam – 2019.
If you are wondering why these questions are posted, please refer to the detailed Timetable provided HERE.
These questions are carefully framed to help you improve various skills and knowledge necessary to face uncertain, unpredictable and difficult questions in real prelims exam. This test is NOT about your scores. It’s about an opportunity to make mistakes and learn from these mistakes now itself. Also, these tests are NOT meant to give you EXPECTED questions for the upcoming prelims. So, don’t judge these questions unless there is an error (factual or typo) in these questions. To do really well in these small tests, REVISION is the KEY. Do follow our Revision Timetable religiously. It WILL help you clear Prelims – 2019.
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- Question 1 of 25
1. Question
2 pointsConsider the following pairs
Temples Country
1. Angkor Vat Cambodia
2. Prambanan Temple Sri Lanka
3. Ketas Raj Temple Pakistan
4. Munneswaram Temple IndonesiaWhich of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
CorrectSolution: B
Angkor Vat: Angkor, in Cambodia’s Northern Province of Siem Reap, is one of the most important archaeological sites of Southeast Asia.
Prambanan Temple: Built in the 10th century, this is the largest temple compound dedicated to Shiva in Indonesia.
Ketas Raj Temple: Katas Raj is a complex of ancient temples that is among the most important Hindu pilgrimage centres in Pakistan.
Munneswaram temple is an important regional Hindu temple complex in Sri Lanka
IncorrectSolution: B
Angkor Vat: Angkor, in Cambodia’s Northern Province of Siem Reap, is one of the most important archaeological sites of Southeast Asia.
Prambanan Temple: Built in the 10th century, this is the largest temple compound dedicated to Shiva in Indonesia.
Ketas Raj Temple: Katas Raj is a complex of ancient temples that is among the most important Hindu pilgrimage centres in Pakistan.
Munneswaram temple is an important regional Hindu temple complex in Sri Lanka
- Question 2 of 25
2. Question
2 pointsWith reference to the ‘Sugam Sangeet’, consider the following statements
1. It is the genre of devotional music, which brings classical and folk together.
2. Bhajan, Shabad and Qawwali are different forms of Sugam Sangeet.
3. Tevaram is sung in the praise of Lord Vishnu.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: B
Tevaram denotes the first seven volumes of the Tirumurai, the twelve-volume collection of Lord Shiva devotional poetry.
IncorrectSolution: B
Tevaram denotes the first seven volumes of the Tirumurai, the twelve-volume collection of Lord Shiva devotional poetry.
- Question 3 of 25
3. Question
2 pointsJugalbandhi is one of the main attractions in
CorrectSolution: C
Jugalbandi is the main attraction of kathak recital which shows a competitive play between the dancer and the table player.IncorrectSolution: C
Jugalbandi is the main attraction of kathak recital which shows a competitive play between the dancer and the table player. - Question 4 of 25
4. Question
2 pointsConsider the following pairs
Works Related to Music Author
1.Natyashastra Sage Bharata
2.Sangeeta Ratnakara Sarangadeva
3.Swaramelakalanidhi NaradaWhich of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
CorrectSolution: A
NATYASHASTRA: The Nāṭya Śāstra is a Sanskrit text on the performing arts. The text is attributed to sage Bharata Muni, and its first complete compilation is dated to between 200 BCE and 200 CE.
Sangita-Ratnakara: The Sangita-Ratnakara , literally “Ocean of Music and Dance”, is one of the most important Sanskrit musicological texts from India. Composed by SARANGADEVA in the 13th century, both Hindustani music and Carnatic music traditions of Indian classical music regard it as a definitive text.
Swaramelakalanidhi: Svaramelkalanidhi” is a musicological treatise written by Ramamatya, a minister under King the Vijayanagar King Achutayaraya around 1550 AD. The King commissioned Ramamatya to write a treatise reconciling the contradictions existing at that time.
IncorrectSolution: A
NATYASHASTRA: The Nāṭya Śāstra is a Sanskrit text on the performing arts. The text is attributed to sage Bharata Muni, and its first complete compilation is dated to between 200 BCE and 200 CE.
Sangita-Ratnakara: The Sangita-Ratnakara , literally “Ocean of Music and Dance”, is one of the most important Sanskrit musicological texts from India. Composed by SARANGADEVA in the 13th century, both Hindustani music and Carnatic music traditions of Indian classical music regard it as a definitive text.
Swaramelakalanidhi: Svaramelkalanidhi” is a musicological treatise written by Ramamatya, a minister under King the Vijayanagar King Achutayaraya around 1550 AD. The King commissioned Ramamatya to write a treatise reconciling the contradictions existing at that time.
- Question 5 of 25
5. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1.This amalgamation of the Indian and the Islamic elements led to the emergence of a new style of architecture called the Indo-Islamic Architecture.
2.New elements like Calligraphy, Minar was introduced during Islamic rule in India
3.The Lodis introduced the concept of double domes built one upon the other, leaving some space in between.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: D
All the above statements are correct.
IncorrectSolution: D
All the above statements are correct.
- Question 6 of 25
6. Question
2 pointsConsider the following pairs
Painting State
- Lepakshi Painting Tamil Nadu
- Bagh Cave Painting Uttar Pradesh
- Madhubani Painting Mithila region of Bihar
Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: D
Lepakshi Painting can be found in Andhra Pradesh. Bagh Cave Painting can be found in Madhya Pradesh.
IncorrectSolution: D
Lepakshi Painting can be found in Andhra Pradesh. Bagh Cave Painting can be found in Madhya Pradesh.
- Question 7 of 25
7. Question
2 pointsThe five great events in Buddha’s life are represented by symbols. In this context, which of the following pairs are correctly matched?
Symbol Event
- Lotus and Bull Birth
- Wheel Great Renunciation
- Stupa Nirvana
Select the correct answer using the code given below
CorrectSolution: A
Great Renunciation – Horse and Maha Parinirvana – Stupa.
IncorrectSolution: A
Great Renunciation – Horse and Maha Parinirvana – Stupa.
- Question 8 of 25
8. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1. Bhavai is a traditional theatre form of Gujarat.
2. Tamaasha is a traditional folk theatre form of Maharashtra.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: C
Both the statements are correct.
IncorrectSolution: C
Both the statements are correct.
- Question 9 of 25
9. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following are prominent features of the Nagara Architecture, in contrast to other types of Hindu temple architecture?
- Presence of large Gopurams
- Absence of Mandapa
- Shikhara above Sanctum
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
CorrectSolution: C
Gopurams are absent in Nagara architecture. Mandapa’s are present in Nagara architecture.
IncorrectSolution: C
Gopurams are absent in Nagara architecture. Mandapa’s are present in Nagara architecture.
- Question 10 of 25
10. Question
2 pointsWhich of these schools was the first to make faces and figures of the Buddha?
CorrectSolution: B
While the earlier Schools had used only symbols to depict the Buddha, the Mathura school became the first to make faces and figures of the Buddha.
IncorrectSolution: B
While the earlier Schools had used only symbols to depict the Buddha, the Mathura school became the first to make faces and figures of the Buddha.
- Question 11 of 25
11. Question
2 pointsIn Medieval times, Naqqar Khana was the
CorrectSolution: D
IncorrectSolution: D
- Question 12 of 25
12. Question
2 pointsConsider the following pairs
List I List II
- Tholu Bommalata Andhra Pradesh
- Yampuri Bihar
- Pavakoothu Kerala
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
CorrectSolution: D
All the above pairs are matched correctly.
IncorrectSolution: D
All the above pairs are matched correctly.
- Question 13 of 25
13. Question
2 pointsConsider the following regarding Sattriya dance
- It is associated with the propagation of the Vaishnava faith.
- It has been recognized by the Sangeet Natak Akademi as an official classical dance of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: C
- It was introduced in the 15th century A.D by the Vaishnava saint and reformer of Assam, Mahapurusha Sankaradeva as a powerful medium for propagation of the Vaishnava faith.
- The dance form evolved and expanded as a distinctive style of dance later on. This neo-Vaishnava treasure of Assamese dance and drama has been, for centuries, nurtured and preserved with great commitment by the Sattras i.e. Vaishnava maths or monasteries.
- Because of its religious character and association with the Sattras, this dance style has been aptly named Sattriya.
IncorrectSolution: C
- It was introduced in the 15th century A.D by the Vaishnava saint and reformer of Assam, Mahapurusha Sankaradeva as a powerful medium for propagation of the Vaishnava faith.
- The dance form evolved and expanded as a distinctive style of dance later on. This neo-Vaishnava treasure of Assamese dance and drama has been, for centuries, nurtured and preserved with great commitment by the Sattras i.e. Vaishnava maths or monasteries.
- Because of its religious character and association with the Sattras, this dance style has been aptly named Sattriya.
- Question 14 of 25
14. Question
2 pointsWith reference to Vachana sahitya, consider the following statements.
- It is as old as Sangam literature of Tamil.
- This form of literature consisted mainly of stories of kings in the form of pure prose
Which of the statements given above statements is/are incorrect?
CorrectSolution: C
Vachana Sahitya is a form of rhythmic writing in Kannada that evolved in the 11th Century C.E. and flourished in the 12th century, as a part of the Lingayatha ‘movement’. Vachanas literally means “(that which is) said”. These are readily intelligible prose texts.
IncorrectSolution: C
Vachana Sahitya is a form of rhythmic writing in Kannada that evolved in the 11th Century C.E. and flourished in the 12th century, as a part of the Lingayatha ‘movement’. Vachanas literally means “(that which is) said”. These are readily intelligible prose texts.
- Question 15 of 25
15. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1.The first full-length motion picture in India was produced by Dadasaheb Phalke, a scholar on India’s languages and culture.
2. Bhanu Athaiya becomes the first Indian to win an Oscar for the film Gandhi.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: C
Both the statements are correct.
IncorrectSolution: C
Both the statements are correct.
- Question 16 of 25
16. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Official Secrets Act (OSA)
1.The Official Secrets Actwas first enacted in
2.The law is applicable to government servants only.
3.Official Secrets Act does not define “secret” or “official secrets”
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: B
The Official Secrets Act was first enacted in 1923 and was retained after Independence. The law, applicable to government servants and citizens, provides the framework for dealing with espionage, sedition, and other potential threats to the integrity of the nation.
The law makes spying, sharing ‘secret’ information, unauthorised use of uniforms, withholding information, interference with the armed forces in prohibited/restricted areas, among others, punishable offences. If guilty, a person may get up to 14 years’ imprisonment, a fine, or both.
The information could be any reference to a place belonging to or occupied by the government,
documents, photographs, sketches, maps, plans, models, official codes or passwords.The OSA does not define “secret” or “official secrets”. Public servants could deny any information terming it a “secret” when asked under the RTI Act.
IncorrectSolution: B
The Official Secrets Act was first enacted in 1923 and was retained after Independence. The law, applicable to government servants and citizens, provides the framework for dealing with espionage, sedition, and other potential threats to the integrity of the nation.
The law makes spying, sharing ‘secret’ information, unauthorised use of uniforms, withholding information, interference with the armed forces in prohibited/restricted areas, among others, punishable offences. If guilty, a person may get up to 14 years’ imprisonment, a fine, or both.
The information could be any reference to a place belonging to or occupied by the government,
documents, photographs, sketches, maps, plans, models, official codes or passwords.The OSA does not define “secret” or “official secrets”. Public servants could deny any information terming it a “secret” when asked under the RTI Act.
- Question 17 of 25
17. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding National Knowledge Network
1.It aims to connect all universities, research institutions, libraries and agricultural institutions
across the country.2.It facilitates the connection between different sectoral networks in the field of research
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: C
NKN with its multi-gigabit capability aims to connect all universities, research institutions,
libraries, laboratories, healthcare and agricultural institutions across the country to address such paradigm shift.Role of NKN:
- Establishing a high-speed backbone connectivity which will enable knowledge and information sharing amongst NKN connected institutes.
- Enabling collaborative research, development and innovation amongst NKN connected institutes.
- Facilitating advanced distance education in specialized fields like engineering, science, medicine etc.
- Facilitating an ultra-high speed e-governance backbone
- Facilitating connection between different sectoral networks in the field of research.
IncorrectSolution: C
NKN with its multi-gigabit capability aims to connect all universities, research institutions,
libraries, laboratories, healthcare and agricultural institutions across the country to address such paradigm shift.Role of NKN:
- Establishing a high-speed backbone connectivity which will enable knowledge and information sharing amongst NKN connected institutes.
- Enabling collaborative research, development and innovation amongst NKN connected institutes.
- Facilitating advanced distance education in specialized fields like engineering, science, medicine etc.
- Facilitating an ultra-high speed e-governance backbone
- Facilitating connection between different sectoral networks in the field of research.
- Question 18 of 25
18. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1.The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) is under the administrative control of Department of Fertilizers, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers.
2.Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940 have entrusted various responsibilities to central& state regulators for regulation of drugs & cosmetics.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: B
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) under Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India is the National Regulatory Authority (NRA) of India.
IncorrectSolution: B
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) under Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India is the National Regulatory Authority (NRA) of India.
- Question 19 of 25
19. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding ‘National Supercomputing Mission’
1.The mission is jointly steered by Department of Science and Technology and Department of
Electronics and Information Technology (DeitY).2.It envisages empowering academic and R&D institutions spread over the country by installing a vast supercomputing grid comprising of more than 70 high-performance computing facilities.
3.The Mission supports the government’s vision of ‘Digital India’ and ‘Make in India’ initiatives.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
IncorrectSolution: D
All the statements are correct.
- Question 20 of 25
20. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1.National Institute of Solar Energy, an autonomous institution of Ministry of New and Renewable is the apex National R&D institution in the field solar energy.
2.Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) is the only central public sector enterprises dedicated to the solar energy sector.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: C
Both the statements are correct.
IncorrectSolution: C
Both the statements are correct.
- Question 21 of 25
21. Question
2 pointsYellow vests movement, sometime in the news, took place in
CorrectSolution: B
Yellow vests movement is a populist, grassroots political movement for economic justice that began in France in November 2018. The movement is motivated by rising fuel prices, high cost of living, and claims that a disproportionate burden of the government’s tax reforms were falling on the working and middle classes, especially in rural and peri-urban areas.
IncorrectSolution: B
Yellow vests movement is a populist, grassroots political movement for economic justice that began in France in November 2018. The movement is motivated by rising fuel prices, high cost of living, and claims that a disproportionate burden of the government’s tax reforms were falling on the working and middle classes, especially in rural and peri-urban areas.
- Question 22 of 25
22. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunications) messaging system.
1.It is a messaging network that financial institutions use to securely transmit information and instructionsthrough a standardized system of codes.
2.SWIFT code is used when the transfer between two banks happens internationally as one uses IFSC codes for the domestic transfers.
3.SWIFT India is a joint venture of RBI and public sector banks in India
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: D
SWIFT India is a joint venture of top Indian public and private sector banks and SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication).
IncorrectSolution: D
SWIFT India is a joint venture of top Indian public and private sector banks and SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication).
- Question 23 of 25
23. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS)
1. GIAHS are outstanding landscapes of aesthetic beauty that combine agricultural biodiversity, resilient ecosystems and a valuable cultural heritage.
2. GIAHS are identified by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
3. Koraput Traditional Agriculture one of the GIAHS site is located in Andhra Pradesh.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: D
GIAHS are identified by FAO. Koraput Traditional Agriculture one of the GIAHS site is located in Odisha.
IncorrectSolution: D
GIAHS are identified by FAO. Koraput Traditional Agriculture one of the GIAHS site is located in Odisha.
- Question 24 of 25
24. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding International Finance Corporation (IFC)
1. It is a sister organization of the IMF.
2. It is the largest global development institution focused exclusively on the private sector in developing countries.
3. Its goals are to increase sustainable agriculture opportunities, improve healthcare and education.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: D
IFC—a sister organization of the World Bank and member of the World Bank Group—is the largest global development institution focused exclusively on the private sector in developing countries.
The Bank Group has set two goals for the world to achieve by 2030: end extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity in every country.
IncorrectSolution: D
IFC—a sister organization of the World Bank and member of the World Bank Group—is the largest global development institution focused exclusively on the private sector in developing countries.
The Bank Group has set two goals for the world to achieve by 2030: end extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity in every country.
- Question 25 of 25
25. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding International Energy Agency (IEA)
1. It is an autonomous intergovernmental organization established in the framework of OPEC.
2. India is a member country.
3. World Energy Outlook (WEO) is published by IEA.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: C
IEA is a Paris-based autonomous intergovernmental organization established in the framework of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 1974 in the wake of the 1973 oil crisis.
India is not a member country of International Energy Agency.
IncorrectSolution: C
IEA is a Paris-based autonomous intergovernmental organization established in the framework of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in 1974 in the wake of the 1973 oil crisis.
India is not a member country of International Energy Agency.