INSIGHTS IAS REVISION PLAN FOR PRELIMS 2019 – DAILY REVISION TESTS: TEST-71
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
List I List II
- Okavango basin Africa
- Downs Grassland Europe
- Lake Titicaca South America
Which of the pairs given above is/are matched correctly?
Correct
Solution: C
Downs grassland is located in Australia.
Incorrect
Solution: C
Downs grassland is located in Australia.
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Question 2 of 25
2. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following processes are responsible for the evolution of the present atmosphere?
1.Solar storms
- Degassing
- Photosynthesis
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
Correct
Solution: D
Early atmosphere of the Earth is largely shaped by volcanism – Degassing i.e. liberation of gases from the interior of the Earth.
Gradually the early atmosphere consisting of hydrogen and helium is largely wiped out by the solar storms. Then, due to the photosynthesis process by cyanobacteria and algae – oxygen has been added to the atmosphere.
So, solar storm, degassing and photosynthesis were responsible for the evolution of present day atmosphere.
Incorrect
Solution: D
Early atmosphere of the Earth is largely shaped by volcanism – Degassing i.e. liberation of gases from the interior of the Earth.
Gradually the early atmosphere consisting of hydrogen and helium is largely wiped out by the solar storms. Then, due to the photosynthesis process by cyanobacteria and algae – oxygen has been added to the atmosphere.
So, solar storm, degassing and photosynthesis were responsible for the evolution of present day atmosphere.
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Question 3 of 25
3. Question
2 pointsWe always see the same side of the moon from Earth. Why?
Correct
Solution: C
Incorrect
Solution: C
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Question 4 of 25
4. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
1.Cyclones originate at the area of low pressure, while anticyclones originate at high pressure area.
2.Cyclones brings stability in the atmosphere, while anticyclones bring instability in the prevailing region.
3.Cyclones direction is anticlockwise in southern hemisphere, while anticyclones takes clockwise direction in the same hemisphere.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: A
Cyclone brings instability in the atmosphere and its direction is clockwise in southern hemisphere. Anticyclone has opposite features to it.
Incorrect
Solution: A
Cyclone brings instability in the atmosphere and its direction is clockwise in southern hemisphere. Anticyclone has opposite features to it.
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Question 5 of 25
5. Question
2 pointsWith reference to the atmosphere, consider the following statements:
1.99% of earth’s atmosphere is confined to the height of 320 km from earth’s surface.
2.Hydrogen and Oxygen were the major constituents of early atmosphere.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
Correct
Solution: D
It is 32 km not 320 km.
Oxygen was not present in the early atmosphere. It evolved only after photosynthesis.
Incorrect
Solution: D
It is 32 km not 320 km.
Oxygen was not present in the early atmosphere. It evolved only after photosynthesis.
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Question 6 of 25
6. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements:
1. Albedo refers to the ratio between the total solar radiation falling on the surface and the amount observed.
2.Fresh snow has highest albedo.
Select the correct answer using the code given below
Correct
Solution: B
Total solar radiation is reflected, not been observed. ➔ Conscious reading
Incorrect
Solution: B
Total solar radiation is reflected, not been observed. ➔ Conscious reading
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Question 7 of 25
7. Question
2 pointsWith reference to the temperature pattern of ocean surface, consider the following statements
1.Temperature decreases with increasing latitude
2.Highest temperature is recorded at equator
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Correct
Solution: A
Although, equator receives highest insolation. Presence of clouds and dense atmosphere impact the rate of insolation. Tropical Region records highest temperature due to clear sky and high insolation.
Incorrect
Solution: A
Although, equator receives highest insolation. Presence of clouds and dense atmosphere impact the rate of insolation. Tropical Region records highest temperature due to clear sky and high insolation.
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Question 8 of 25
8. Question
2 pointsOccasional weak monsoons in Indian ocean is usually associated with
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Question 9 of 25
9. Question
2 pointsConsider the following pairs:
Geographical Feature Region
- Pampas Tropical Grassland in South America
- Great Artesian Basin Africa
- Zagros Mountain West Asia
- Kalahari Desert Australia
Which of the pair given above is correctly matched?
Correct
Solution: C
Pampas is a temperate grassland present in Argentina, Great Artesian Basin is in Australia and Kalahari desert is in Africa.
Incorrect
Solution: C
Pampas is a temperate grassland present in Argentina, Great Artesian Basin is in Australia and Kalahari desert is in Africa.
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Question 10 of 25
10. Question
2 pointsGenerally, latitude and longitudes are used to locate exact position of the place. In this context, which of the following statement is correct?
Correct
Solution: D
A – Distance between the longitudes maximum at equator and minimum at poles. It decreases from equator to pole.
B – No relation between latitude – distance and Greenwich meridian.
C – Distance between two latitude remains constant.
Incorrect
Solution: D
A – Distance between the longitudes maximum at equator and minimum at poles. It decreases from equator to pole.
B – No relation between latitude – distance and Greenwich meridian.
C – Distance between two latitude remains constant.
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Question 11 of 25
11. Question
2 pointsWhat is the difference between a CFL and an LED lamp?
- To produce light, a CFL uses mercury vapour and phosphor while an LED lamp uses semi-conductor material.
- The average life span of a CFL is much longer than that of an LED lamp.
- A CFL is less energy-efficient as compared to an LED lamp.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
(Previous Year UPSC Question)
Incorrect
Solution: C
(Previous Year UPSC Question)
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Question 12 of 25
12. Question
2 pointsMahatma Gandhi said that some of his deepest convictions were reflected in a book titled, “unto this last” and the book transformed his life. What was the message from the book that transformed Mahatma Gandhi?
Correct
Solution: B
(Previous Year UPSC Question)
Incorrect
Solution: B
(Previous Year UPSC Question)
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Question 13 of 25
13. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
In India, a metropolitan planning committee
- ls constituted under the provisions of the constitution of India.
- Prepares the draft development plans for metropolitan area.
- Has the sole responsibility for implementing government sponsored schemes in the metropolitan area.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: A
(Previous Year UPSC Question)
Incorrect
Solution: A
(Previous Year UPSC Question)
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Question 14 of 25
14. Question
2 pointsWhat is the difference between “vote-on-account” and interim budget?
- The provision of a “vote-on-account” is used by a regular government, while an “interim budget” is a provision used by a caretaker government
- A “vote-on-account” only deals with the expenditure in Government’s budget, while an “interim budget” includes both expenditure and receipts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: B
(Previous Year UPSC Question)
Incorrect
Solution: B
(Previous Year UPSC Question)
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Question 15 of 25
15. Question
2 pointsAn artificial satellite orbiting around the earth does not fall down. This is so because the attraction of earth?
Correct
Solution: D
Incorrect
Solution: D
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Question 16 of 25
16. Question
2 pointsTesla’s Blackhole machine, often seen in news is
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Question 17 of 25
17. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Vidyalakshmi Portal
1.Portal has been developed under the guidance of Department of Financial Services and Department of Higher Education and Indian Banks Association.
2.Students can view, apply and track the education loan applications to banks anytime, anywhere by accessing the portal
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Question 18 of 25
18. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Mentor India Campaign
1.It is launched by Ministry of Skill and Development.
2.It is a strategic nation building initiative to engage leaders who can guide and mentor students at more than 900 Atal Tinkering Labs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Question 19 of 25
19. Question
2 pointsArtificial Moon, often seen in news in the recent past, will be launched by
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Question 20 of 25
20. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding International Civil Aviation Organization
1.It is a UN specialized agency, established by States in 1944 to manage the administration and governance of the Convention on International Civil Aviation.
2.It works with member States and industry groups to support safe, efficient, secure, economically sustainable and environmentally responsible civil aviation sector.
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 21 of 25
21. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1.National Commission for Scheduled Castes has to investigate all matters relating to the constitutional and other legal safeguards for SCs and Anglo-Indian Community.
2.No election commissioner has been removed from the office till now.
3. UPSC serves all or any of the needs of a state on the request of the state governor and with the approval of the president of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: D
All statements are correct.
After constitutional amendment act for National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC), National Commission for Scheduled Caste has to investigate matters related to SC and Anglo Indians only. Post amendment, NCBC investigates all matters relating to the constitutional and other legal safeguards for OBC’s.
(Clarification for Previous Revision Tests)
Incorrect
Solution: D
All statements are correct.
After constitutional amendment act for National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC), National Commission for Scheduled Caste has to investigate matters related to SC and Anglo Indians only. Post amendment, NCBC investigates all matters relating to the constitutional and other legal safeguards for OBC’s.
(Clarification for Previous Revision Tests)
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Question 22 of 25
22. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017.
1.It provides for full paid leave from work for a period of 12 weeks to take care of first child.
2.Every establishment having 50 or more employees are required to have a mandatory creche facility.
3.It makes mandatory for employers to educate women about the maternity benefits available to them at the time of their appointment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
Features of Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017
- It provides for full paid absence from work for a period of 26 weeks (earlier 12 weeks) to take care of first 2 children.
- To be eligible for maternity benefit, a woman must have been working as an employee in the establishment for a period of at least 80 days in the past 12 months.
- For women who are expecting after having 2 children, the duration of paid maternity leave shall be 12 weeks.
- Maternity leave of 12 weeks also available to mothers adopting a child below the age of three months from the date of adoption as well as to the “commissioning mothers”.
- The Act makes it mandatory for employers to educate women about the maternity benefits available to them at the time of their appointment.
- The act is applicable to all those women employed in factories, mines and shops or commercial establishments employing 10 or more employees.
https://www.icsi.edu/media/portals/22/Article%20on%20MBA%20Act,%202017.pdf
It applies, in the first instance,–
(a) to every establishment being a factory, mine or plantation including any such establishment belonging to Government and to every establishment wherein persons are employed for the exhibition of equestrian, acrobatic and other performances;
(b) to every shop or establishment within the meaning of any law for the time being in force in relation to shops and establishments in a State, in which ten or more persons are employed, or were employed, on any day of the preceding twelve months.
http://www.ilo.org/dyn/travail/docs/678/maternitybenefitsact1961.pdf
(Clarification for Previous Revision Tests)
Incorrect
Solution: C
Features of Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017
- It provides for full paid absence from work for a period of 26 weeks (earlier 12 weeks) to take care of first 2 children.
- To be eligible for maternity benefit, a woman must have been working as an employee in the establishment for a period of at least 80 days in the past 12 months.
- For women who are expecting after having 2 children, the duration of paid maternity leave shall be 12 weeks.
- Maternity leave of 12 weeks also available to mothers adopting a child below the age of three months from the date of adoption as well as to the “commissioning mothers”.
- The Act makes it mandatory for employers to educate women about the maternity benefits available to them at the time of their appointment.
- The act is applicable to all those women employed in factories, mines and shops or commercial establishments employing 10 or more employees.
https://www.icsi.edu/media/portals/22/Article%20on%20MBA%20Act,%202017.pdf
It applies, in the first instance,–
(a) to every establishment being a factory, mine or plantation including any such establishment belonging to Government and to every establishment wherein persons are employed for the exhibition of equestrian, acrobatic and other performances;
(b) to every shop or establishment within the meaning of any law for the time being in force in relation to shops and establishments in a State, in which ten or more persons are employed, or were employed, on any day of the preceding twelve months.
http://www.ilo.org/dyn/travail/docs/678/maternitybenefitsact1961.pdf
(Clarification for Previous Revision Tests)
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Question 23 of 25
23. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements.
1. Delhi Dialogue is a premier annual event to discuss politico-security, the economic and socio-cultural engagement between India and ASEAN.
2. Horizon 2020 is the biggest EU Research and Innovation programme to achieve more breakthroughs, discoveries and world-firsts by taking great ideas from the lab to the market.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
Horizon 2020 is the biggest EU Research and Innovation programme ever with nearly €80 billion of funding available over 7 years (2014 to 2020) – in addition to the private investment that this money will attract. It promises more breakthroughs, discoveries and world-firsts by taking great ideas from the lab to the market.
Horizon 2020 is not a joint initiative of India and European Union.
Recently, Union Government and European Union (EU) have collaborated for research programme under Horizon 2020 to develop Next Generation Influenza vaccine to protect citizens across the globe.
https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/horizon2020/en/what-horizon-2020
(Clarification for Previous Revision Tests)
Incorrect
Solution: C
Horizon 2020 is the biggest EU Research and Innovation programme ever with nearly €80 billion of funding available over 7 years (2014 to 2020) – in addition to the private investment that this money will attract. It promises more breakthroughs, discoveries and world-firsts by taking great ideas from the lab to the market.
Horizon 2020 is not a joint initiative of India and European Union.
Recently, Union Government and European Union (EU) have collaborated for research programme under Horizon 2020 to develop Next Generation Influenza vaccine to protect citizens across the globe.
https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/horizon2020/en/what-horizon-2020
(Clarification for Previous Revision Tests)
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Question 24 of 25
24. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)
1. RCEP is proposed between the ten member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the six states with which ASEAN has existing FTAs.
2. RCEP is viewed as an alternative to the TPP11 trade agreement, which excludes China and India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
US is not part of TPP11.
(Clarification for Previous Revision Tests)
Incorrect
Solution: C
Both the statements are correct.
US is not part of TPP11.
(Clarification for Previous Revision Tests)
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Question 25 of 25
25. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1. Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is celebrated every year to strengthen the engagement of the overseas Indian community with the Government of India and reconnect them with their roots.
2. During the Convention, selected overseas Indians are honored with the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award to recognize their contributions to various fields both in India and abroad.
3. The theme of PBD Convention 2019 is “Role of Indian Diaspora in building New India”.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: A
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is celebrated once in every two years to strengthen the engagement of the overseas Indian community with the Government of India and reconnect them with their roots.
During the Convention, selected overseas Indians are also honored with the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award to recognize their contributions to various fields both in India and abroad.
The 15th PBD Convention is being held on 21-23 January 2019 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The theme of PBD Convention 2019 is “Role of Indian Diaspora in building New India.
Since 2015 its biennial event. However, the MEA website has not been updated.
http://www.pbdindia.gov.in/en/about-us
(Clarification for Previous Revision Tests)
Incorrect
Solution: A
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is celebrated once in every two years to strengthen the engagement of the overseas Indian community with the Government of India and reconnect them with their roots.
During the Convention, selected overseas Indians are also honored with the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award to recognize their contributions to various fields both in India and abroad.
The 15th PBD Convention is being held on 21-23 January 2019 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The theme of PBD Convention 2019 is “Role of Indian Diaspora in building New India.
Since 2015 its biennial event. However, the MEA website has not been updated.
http://www.pbdindia.gov.in/en/about-us
(Clarification for Previous Revision Tests)
