INSIGHTS IAS REVISION PLAN FOR PRELIMS 2019 – DAILY REVISION TESTS: TEST-69
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 points‘Zero Defect, Zero Effect (ZED)’, often seen in the news, is
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Solution: D
Zero Defect, Zero Effect- ZED Scheme aims to rate and handhold all MSMEs to deliver top quality products using clean technology. It will have sector-specific parameters for each industry.
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Solution: D
Zero Defect, Zero Effect- ZED Scheme aims to rate and handhold all MSMEs to deliver top quality products using clean technology. It will have sector-specific parameters for each industry.
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Question 2 of 25
2. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Bogibeel Bridge
1. Recently inaugurated Bogibeel River Bridge is the longest rail-cum-road bridge in India.
2. It is constructed on Teesta River
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: A
Bogibeel Bridge is constructed on Brahmaputra River
Incorrect
Solution: A
Bogibeel Bridge is constructed on Brahmaputra River
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Question 3 of 25
3. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding International Social Security Association (ISSA)
1. ISSA was founded in 1927 under the auspices of the International Labour Organization.
2. It promotes excellence in social security administration through professional guidelines, expert knowledge, services and support.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: C
The ISSA is the principal international organization for Social Security Organizations, Govts and Departments of Social Security.
The ISSA was founded in 1927 under the auspices of the International Labour Organization (ILO), Geneva.
It promotes excellence in social security administration through professional guidelines, expert knowledge, services and support to enable its Members to develop dynamic social security systems.
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Solution: C
The ISSA is the principal international organization for Social Security Organizations, Govts and Departments of Social Security.
The ISSA was founded in 1927 under the auspices of the International Labour Organization (ILO), Geneva.
It promotes excellence in social security administration through professional guidelines, expert knowledge, services and support to enable its Members to develop dynamic social security systems.
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Question 4 of 25
4. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Raisina Dialogue
1. The Raisina Dialogue is India’s flagship annual geopolitical and geostrategic conference.
2. It is jointly organised by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and Observer Research Foundation (ORF).
3. The theme of the 2019 conference is Managing Disruptive Transitions: Ideas, Institutions and Idioms
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: D
Ministry of External Affairs in partnership with Observer Research Foundation is organizing the 4th edition of the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi from 08-10 January 2019. The Raisina Dialogue is India’s flagship annual geopolitical and geostrategic conference.
2019 conference theme is “A World Reorder: New Geometries; Fluid Partnerships; Uncertain Outcomes”. The discussions will seek to address issues arising from ongoing global transitions and changes to the world order, triggered by unique leaders, innovative partnerships and new technologies.
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Solution: D
Ministry of External Affairs in partnership with Observer Research Foundation is organizing the 4th edition of the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi from 08-10 January 2019. The Raisina Dialogue is India’s flagship annual geopolitical and geostrategic conference.
2019 conference theme is “A World Reorder: New Geometries; Fluid Partnerships; Uncertain Outcomes”. The discussions will seek to address issues arising from ongoing global transitions and changes to the world order, triggered by unique leaders, innovative partnerships and new technologies.
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Question 5 of 25
5. Question
2 pointsWith reference to Nikshay Poshan Yojana, consider the following statements:
1. It is a Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme for nutritional support to tuberculosis patients.
2. Financial assistance will be offered to patients once in every six months till the patient get well.
3. The scheme is part of National Health Mission (NHM).Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: C
About Nikshay Poshan Yojana (NPY)
- It is a scheme for nutritional support to Tuberculosis (TB) patients launched by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India
- Financial incentive of Rs.500/- per month is provided to each notified TB patient for duration for which the patient is on anti-TB treatment.
- The scheme is part of National Health Mission (NHM).
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Solution: C
About Nikshay Poshan Yojana (NPY)
- It is a scheme for nutritional support to Tuberculosis (TB) patients launched by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India
- Financial incentive of Rs.500/- per month is provided to each notified TB patient for duration for which the patient is on anti-TB treatment.
- The scheme is part of National Health Mission (NHM).
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Question 6 of 25
6. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following Nations is not a member of Mercosur, an economic and political bloc?
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Solution: D
Mercosur is an economic and political bloc comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay,
and Venezuela. Created during a period when longtime rivals Argentina and Brazil were seeking
to improve relations, the bloc saw some early successes, including a tenfold increase in trade
within the group in the 1990s.Incorrect
Solution: D
Mercosur is an economic and political bloc comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay,
and Venezuela. Created during a period when longtime rivals Argentina and Brazil were seeking
to improve relations, the bloc saw some early successes, including a tenfold increase in trade
within the group in the 1990s. -
Question 7 of 25
7. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
1. The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) was established in 1999 as an international independent agency.
2. WADA is composed and funded equally by the sport movement and governments of the world.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: C
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is a foundation initiated by the International Olympic
Committee to promote, coordinate and monitor the fight against drugs in sports.It is based in Montreal, Canada. It was established in 1999 as an international nonprofit independent agency composed and funded equally by the sport movement and governments of the world.
Its key activities include
o Scientific research, education, development of anti-doping capacities, and
o Monitoring of the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) – the document harmonizing anti-doping policies in all sports and all countries.Incorrect
Solution: C
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is a foundation initiated by the International Olympic
Committee to promote, coordinate and monitor the fight against drugs in sports.It is based in Montreal, Canada. It was established in 1999 as an international nonprofit independent agency composed and funded equally by the sport movement and governments of the world.
Its key activities include
o Scientific research, education, development of anti-doping capacities, and
o Monitoring of the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) – the document harmonizing anti-doping policies in all sports and all countries. -
Question 8 of 25
8. Question
2 pointsConsider the following pairs:
GI Product State
- Shahi Litchi West Bengal
- Kadaknath Chicken Meat Madhya Pradesh
- Etikoppaka toys Telangana
- Adilabad dokra Telangana
Which of the pairs given above is/are matched correctly?
Correct
Solution: C
➢ Shahi Litchi – Bihar
➢ Kadaknath chicken meat – Madhya Pradesh
➢ Etikoppaka toys – Andhra Pradesh
➢ Adilabad dokra – Telangana
Incorrect
Solution: C
➢ Shahi Litchi – Bihar
➢ Kadaknath chicken meat – Madhya Pradesh
➢ Etikoppaka toys – Andhra Pradesh
➢ Adilabad dokra – Telangana
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Question 9 of 25
9. Question
2 pointsRhi-Tiddim Road Project, sometimes seen in news is developed by India in which country?
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Solution: D
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Question 10 of 25
10. Question
2 pointsBura Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary is located in
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Solution: D
Bura Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the state of Assam
Incorrect
Solution: D
Bura Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the state of Assam
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Question 11 of 25
11. Question
2 pointsAmong the following, who are the Agaria community?
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Question 12 of 25
12. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1. During sixth Five Year Plan, Emergency was enforced, new elections took place and the Janata Party had come to power.
2. Twelfth Five year plan laid stress on “Faster, More inclusive and sustainable Growth”.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: B
During Fifth Five Year Plan, Emergency was enforced, new elections took place and the Janata Party had come to power.
Incorrect
Solution: B
During Fifth Five Year Plan, Emergency was enforced, new elections took place and the Janata Party had come to power.
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Question 13 of 25
13. Question
2 pointsWith reference to Union Government consider the following statements:
1. The Ministries and Departments of the Government of India are created by the Prime Minister on the advice of the Cabinet Secretary.
2. Each of the Ministries is assigned to a Minister by the President of India on the advice of the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
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Solution: B
The Ministries/Departments of the Government of India are created by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister.
Incorrect
Solution: B
The Ministries/Departments of the Government of India are created by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister.
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Question 14 of 25
14. Question
2 pointsWho of the following is the author of a collection of ‘ poems called “Golden Threshold”?
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Solution: C
Incorrect
Solution: C
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Question 15 of 25
15. Question
2 pointsOther than Venezuela, which one among the following from South America is a member of OPEC?
Correct
Solution: C
Incorrect
Solution: C
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Question 16 of 25
16. Question
2 pointsConsider the following pairs
List I List II
- Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary Karnataka
- Orang National Park West Bengal
- Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve Sikkim
Which of the pairs given above is/are matched correctly?
Correct
Solution: D
Orang National Park is located in Assam.
Incorrect
Solution: D
Orang National Park is located in Assam.
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Question 17 of 25
17. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding WHO Framework Convention for Tobacco Control (FCTC)
1.It is the first international treaty negotiated under the auspices of WHO.
2.The WHO FCTC was developed in response to the globalization of the tobacco epidemic and is an evidence-based treaty that reaffirms the right of all people to the highest standard of health.
3.In India, the minimum age of buying tobacco products is 14 years.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: B
In India, the minimum age of buying tobacco products is 18 years.
Incorrect
Solution: B
In India, the minimum age of buying tobacco products is 18 years.
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Question 18 of 25
18. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1.Anti-Retroviral therapy leads to effectively suppressing the virus and reducing the transmission of HIV from the infected person.
2.HIV Sentinel Surveillance is a biennial study conducted by WHO to provide essential information to understand the trends and dynamics of HIV epidemic among different risk groups.
3.Recently, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Tripura have emerged as the new hotspots for HIV.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: C
HIV Sentinel Surveillance is a biennial study conducted by NACO to provide essential information to understand the trends and dynamics of HIV epidemic among different risk groups.
Incorrect
Solution: C
HIV Sentinel Surveillance is a biennial study conducted by NACO to provide essential information to understand the trends and dynamics of HIV epidemic among different risk groups.
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Question 19 of 25
19. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following agency releases Environmental Performance Index?
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Solution: A
Environmental Performance Index 2018 is prepared by Yale and Columbia Universities along with the WEF. Report ranked India 177 out of 180 countries.
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Solution: A
Environmental Performance Index 2018 is prepared by Yale and Columbia Universities along with the WEF. Report ranked India 177 out of 180 countries.
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Question 20 of 25
20. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1. Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve is India’s first Mixed World Heritage site.
2. The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was the first reserve from the country to be included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserve
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
Incorrect
Solution: C
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Question 21 of 25
21. Question
2 pointsBedaquiline drug, which is often seen in news, is related to
Correct
Solution: A
Bedaquiline is a drug that can significantly reduce the treatment time of multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB).
Incorrect
Solution: A
Bedaquiline is a drug that can significantly reduce the treatment time of multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB).
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Question 22 of 25
22. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1. Mauritius remained the top source of foreign direct investment (FDI) into India in 2017-18 followed by Singapore.
2. FDI to India has been consistently decreasing from last 10 years
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: A
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Question 23 of 25
23. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding National Skill Development Fund
1. It was set up in 2009 by the Government of India for raising funds both from Government and Non-Government sectors.
2. NSDC acts as a catalyst in skill development by providing funding to enterprises, companies and organizations that provide skill training.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
Incorrect
Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
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Question 24 of 25
24. Question
2 pointsConsider the following pairs
List I List II
- Idduki Dam Periyar River
- Mettur Dam Cauvery River
- Vaigai Dam Vaigai River
Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: D
All the pairs given above are matched correctly.
Incorrect
Solution: D
All the pairs given above are matched correctly.
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Question 25 of 25
25. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
1. NABARD came into existence on 1982 by transferring the agricultural credit functions of RBI and refinance functions of the then Agricultural Refinance and Development Corporation (ARDC).
2. It aims to promote sustainable and equitable agriculture and rural development through participative financial and non-financial interventions, innovations and technology etc.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
Incorrect
Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
