2016
Ancient History
Year Collection
UPSC Prelims 2016
Public prelims PYQs for 2016.
2016
Art & Culture
Who of the following had first deciphered the edicts of Emperor Ashoka?
2016
Economy
The establishment of “Payment Banks’ is being allowed in India to promote Financial Inclusion. Which of the following statements is/are correct in this context? 1. Mobile telephone companies and supermarket chains th...
2016
Environment & Ecology
On which of the following can you find the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Star Label? 1. Ceiling fans 2. Electric geysers 3. Tubular fluorescent lamps Select the correct answer using the code given below:
2016
Geography
Recently, which of the following States has explored the possibility of constructing an artificial inland port to be connected to the sea by a long navigational channel?
2016
Indian Polity
With reference to the ‘Gram Nyayalaya Act’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. As per the Act, Gram Nyayalayas can hear only civil cases and not criminal cases 2. The Act allows local social activi...
2016
International Relations
With reference to ‘Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)’ consider the following statements: 1. It is an organization of European Union in working relation with NATO and WHO 2. It monitors the ...
2016
Medieval History
With reference to the economic history of medieval India, the term ‘Araghatta’ refers to -
2016
Modern History
Satya Shodhak Samaj organized -
2016
Science & Technology
A recent movie titled The Man Who Knew Infinity is based on the biography of
2016
Social Issues & Schemes
‘SWAYAM’, an initative of the Government of India, aims at
2016
Art & Culture
What is/are common to the two historical places known as Ajanta and Mahabalipuram? 1. Both were built in the same period. 2. Both belong to the same religious denomination. 3. Both have rock-cut monuments. Select...
2016
Economy
With reference to ‘Financial Stability and Development Council’, consider the following statements: 1. It is an organ of NITI Aayog. 2. It is headed by the Union Finance Minister. 3. It monitors macro-prudential supe...
2016
Environment & Ecology
Consider the following statements: 1. The International Solar Alliance was launched at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in 2015. 2. The Alliance includes all the member countries of the United Nations. ...
2016
Geography
Which of the following is/are tributary/tributaries of Brahmaputra? 1. Dibang 2. Kameng 3. Lohit Select the correct answer using the code given below:
2016
Indian Polity
Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. A bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on its prorogation. 2. A bill pending in the Rajya Sabha, which has not been passed by the Lok Sabha, shall not lapse on th...
2016
International Relations
With reference to the ‘Trans-Pacific Partnership’, consider the following statements: 1. It is an agreement among all the Pacific Rim countries except China and Russia. 2. It is a strategic alliance for the purpose o...
2016
Medieval History
Regarding the taxation system of Krishna Deva, the ruler of Vijayanagar, consider the following statements : 1. The tax rate on land was fixed depending on the quality of the land. 2. Private owners of workshops pai...
2016
Modern History
The plan of Sir Stafford Cripps envisaged that after the Second World War -
2016
Science & Technology
Which of the following statements is/are correct? Viruses can infect - 1. Bacteria 2. Fungi 3. Plants
2016
Social Issues & Schemes
‘Mission Indradhanush’ launched by the Government of India pertains to -
2016
Art & Culture
With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements : 1. The concept of Bodhisattva is central to the Hinayana sect of Buddhism. 2. Bodhisattva is a compassionate one on his way to en...
2016
Economy
The term ‘Core Banking Solution’ is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following statements best describes/describe this term? 1. It is networking of a bank’s branches which enables customers to operate their ac...
2016
Environment & Ecology
What is/are unique about ‘Kharai camel’ a breed found in India? 1. It is capable of swimming up to three kilometres in seawater. 2. It survives by grazing on mangroves. 3. It lives in the wild and cannot be domesticated.
2016
Geography
In which of the following regions of India are shale gas resources found? 1. Cambay Basin 2. Cauvery basin 3. Krishna-Godavari Basin Select the correct answer using the code given below:
2016
Indian Polity
Consider the following statements: 1. The Chief Secretary in a State is appointed by the Governor of that State. 2. The Chief Secretary in a State has a fixed tenure Which of the statements given above is/are cor...
2016
International Relations
‘Belt and Road Initiative’ is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of -
2016
Medieval History
Banjaras during the medieval period of Indian history were generally -
2016
Modern History
Consider the following: 1. Calcutta Unitarian Committee 2. Tabernacle of New Dispensation 3. Indian Reforms Association Keshab Chandra Sen is associated with the establishment of which of the above?
2016
Science & Technology
With reference to ‘Astrosat’, the astronomical observatory launched by India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Other than the USA and Russia, India is the only country to have launched a similar ob...
2016
Social Issues & Schemes
‘Rashtriya Garima Abhiyaan’ is a national campaign to -
2016
Art & Culture
Which one of the following books of ancient India has the love story of the son of the founder of Sunga dynasty?
2016
Economy
Recently, which one of the following currencies has been proposed to be added to the basket of IMF’s SDR?
2016
Environment & Ecology
The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative? 1. To provide modern technology, training in...
2016
Geography
Recently, linking of which of the following rivers was undertaking?
2016
Indian Polity
Consider the following statements: 1. The minimum age prescribed for any person to be a member of Panchayat is 25 years. 2. A Panchayat reconstituted after premature dissolution continues only for the remainder peri...
2016
International Relations
Consider the following statements regarding the India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS): 1. The summit held in 2015 marked the third edition of the IAFS. 2. The IAFS mechanism was instituted under the leadership of Jawaharla...
2016
Modern History
The Montague-Chelmsford Proposals were related to -
2016
Science & Technology
With reference to ‘Bitcoins’ sometimes seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Bitcoins are tracked by the Central Banks of the countries. 2. Anyone with a Bitcoin address can send and...
2016
Social Issues & Schemes
What is/are the purpose of ‘District Mineral Foundations” in India? 1. Promoting mineral explorative activities in mineral-rich districts 2. Protecting the interests of the persons affected by mining operations 3. Aut...
2016
Art & Culture
With reference to the cultural history of medieval India, consider the following statements: 1. Siddhas (Sittars) of Tamil region were monotheistic and condemned idolatry. 2. Lingayats of Kannada region questioned ...
2016
Economy
What is/are the purpose/purposes of the ‘Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR)’ announced by RBI? 1. These guidelines help improve the transparency in the methodology followed by banks for determining the ...
2016
Environment & Ecology
With reference to the Agreement at the UNFCCC Meeting in Paris in 2015, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The Agreement was signed by all the member countries of the UN and it will go into effect i...
2016
Indian Polity
The Parliament of India acquires the power to legislate on any item in the State List in the national interest if a resolution to that effect is passed by the -
2016
International Relations
Community sometimes mentioned in the news In the affairs of 1. Kurd: Bangladesh 2. Madhesi: Nepal 3. Rohingya: Myanmar Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
2016
Modern History
The ‘Swadeshi’ and ‘Boycott’ adopted as methods of struggle for the first time during the -
2016
Science & Technology
Consider the following statements regarding: The Mangalyaan launched by ISRO 1. is also called the Mars Orbiter Mission 2. made India the second country to have a spacecraft orbit the Mars after USA 3. made India the...
2016
Social Issues & Schemes
Regarding ‘Atal Pension Yojana’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a minimum guaranteed pension scheme mainly targeted at unorganized sector workers 2. Only one member of a family can join th...
2016
Art & Culture
Consider the following pairs: |Famous place|Region| |-- |--| |1. Bodhgaya | Baghelkhand| |2. Khajuraho|Bundelkhand| |3. Shirdi | Vidarbha| |4. Nasik (Nashik)|Malwa| |5. Tirupati|Rayalaseema| Which of the pairs given...
2016
Economy
In the context of which of the following do you sometimes find the terms ‘amber box, blue box and green box’ in the news?
2016
Environment & Ecology
Recently, for the first time in our country, which of the following State has declared a particular butterfly as ‘State Butterfly’?
2016
International Relations
With reference to the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), consider the following statements: 1. IMFC discusses matters of concern affecting the global economy and advises the International Monetary ...
2016
Modern History
What was the main reason for the split in the Indian National Congress at Surat in 1907?
2016
Science & Technology
With reference to ‘LiFi’, recently in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It uses light as the medium for high-speed data transmission. 2. It is a wireless technology and is many times faste...
2016
Social Issues & Schemes
With reference to ‘Initiative for Nutritional Security through Intensive Millets Promotion’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. This initiative aims to demonstrate the improved production and post-...
2016
Art & Culture
With reference to the cultural history of India, the memorizing of chronicles, dynastic histories and Epictales was the profession of which of the following?
2016
Economy
With reference to pre-packaged items in India, it is mandatory for the manufacturer to put which of the following information on the main label, as per the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labeling) Regulation...
2016
Environment & Ecology
The term ‘Intended Nationally Determined Contribution’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of:
2016
International Relations
‘Doctors Without Borders (Médecins Sans Frontières)’, often in the news, is
2016
Science & Technology
Why does the Government of India to promote the use of ‘Neem-coated Urea’ in agriculture?
2016
Social Issues & Schemes
Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana is aimed at -
2016
Economy
Which of the following is/are included in the capital budget of the Government of India? 1. Expenditure on acquisition of assets like roads, buildings, machinery, etc. 2. Loans received from foreign governments. 3. Lo...
2016
Environment & Ecology
In which of the following regions of India are you most likely to come across the ‘Great Indian Hornbill’ in its natural habitat?
2016
International Relations
‘European Stability Mechanism’, sometimes seen in the news, is an
2016
Science & Technology
Recently, our scientists have discovered a new and distinct species of banana plant which attains a height of about 11 metres and has orange-coloured fruit pulp. In which part of India has it been discovered?
2016
Social Issues & Schemes
With reference to ‘Stand Up India Scheme’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Its purpose is to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST and women entrepreneurs. 2. It provides for refinancing through SI...
2016
Economy
India’s ranking in the ‘Ease of Doing Business Index’ is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following has declared that ranking?
2016
Environment & Ecology
Which of the following are the key features of ‘National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA)’? 1. The river basin is the unit of planning and management. 2. It spearheads the river conservation efforts at the nation...
2016
International Relations
Which of the following is not a member of ‘Gulf Cooperation Council’?
2016
Science & Technology
‘Project Loon’, sometimes seen in the news, is related to -
2016
Social Issues & Schemes
Which of the following is/are the indicator/indicators used by IFPRI to compute the Global Hunger Index Report? 1. Undernourishment 2. Child stunting 3. Child mortality Select the correct answer using the code gi...
2016
Economy
Recently, India’s first ‘National Investment and Manufacturing Zone’ was proposed to be set up in -
2016
Environment & Ecology
Which of the following best describes the aim of ‘Green India Mission’ of the Government of India? 1. Incorporating environment benefits and costs into the Union and State Budgets thereby implementing the ‘green acco...
2016
International Relations
Consider the following statements: 1. New Development Bank has been set up by APEC. 2. The headquarters of the New Development Bank is in Shanghai. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2016
Science & Technology
India is an important member of the ‘International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor’. If this experiment succeeds, what is the immediate advantage for India?
2016
Social Issues & Schemes
With reference to ‘Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana’, consider the following statements: 1. Under this scheme, farmers will have to pay a uniform premium of two per cent for any crop they cultivate in any season of th...
2016
Economy
Which one of the following is a purpose of ‘UDAY’, a scheme of the Government?
2016
Environment & Ecology
What is ‘Greenhouse Gas Protocol’?
2016
International Relations
The term ‘Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership’ often appears in the news in the context of the affairs of a group of countries known as
2016
Science & Technology
Regarding ‘DigiLocker’, sometimes seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a digital locker system offered by the Government under Digital India Programme. 2. It allows you to acces...
2016
Economy
‘Global Financial Stability Report’ is prepared by the -
2016
Environment & Ecology
Which of the following is/are the advantage/advantages of practising drip irrigation? 1. Reduction in weed 2. Reduction in soil salinity 3. Reduction in soil erosion Select the correct answer using the code given...
2016
Science & Technology
In the context of the developments in bioinformatics, the term ‘transcriptome’, sometimes seen in the news, refer to -
2016
Economy
Consider the following statements with reference to ‘IFC Masala Bonds’ - 1. The International Finance Corporation, which offers these bonds, is an arm of the World Bank. 2. They are the rupee-denominated bonds and ar...
2016
Environment & Ecology
‘Gadgil Committee Report’ and ‘Kasturirangan Committee Report’, sometimes seen in the news, are related to -
2016
Science & Technology
What is ‘Greased Lightning-10 (GL-10)’, recently in the news?
2016
Economy
What is/are the purpose/purposes of Government’s ‘Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme’ and 'Gold Monetization Scheme'? 1. To bring the idle gold lying with India households into the economy 2. To promote FDI in the gold and je...
2016
Environment & Ecology
With reference to ‘Agenda 21’, sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements: 1. It is a global action plan for sustainable development. 2. It originated in the World Summit on Sustainable Developmen...
2016
Science & Technology
Which one of the following is the best description of ‘INS Astradharini’, that was in the news recently?
2016
Economy
The term ‘Base Erosion and profit shifting’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
2016
Environment & Ecology
Consider the following statements: 1. The Sustainable Development Goals were first proposed in 1972 by a global think tank called the ‘Club of Rome’. 2. The Sustainable Development Goals have to be achieved by 2030...
2016
Economy
Which of the following best describes the term “import cover”, sometimes seen in the news?
2016
Environment & Ecology
Proper design and effective implementation of UN-REDD+ Programme can significantly contribute to - 1. Protection of biodiversity 2. Resilience of forest ecosystems 3. Poverty reduction Select the correct answer u...
2016
Economy
There has been a persistent deficit budget year after year. Which action/actions of the following can be taken by the Government to reduce the deficit? 1. Reducing revenue expenditure 2. Introducing new welfare schem...
2016
Environment & Ecology
‘Net metering’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of promoting the -
2016
Environment & Ecology
With reference to an initiative called ‘The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an initiative hosted by UNEP, IMF and World Economic Forum. 2....
2016
Environment & Ecology
With reference to ‘Red Sanders’, sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements: 1. It is a tree species found in a part of South India. 2. It is one of the most important trees in the tropical rainfo...
2016
Environment & Ecology
What is/are the importance/importances of the ‘United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification? 1. It aims to promote effective action through innovative national programmes and supportive international partners...
2016
Environment & Ecology
Consider the following pairs: |Terms sometimes seen in the news|Their origin| |-- |--| |1. Annex-I Countries | Cartagena Protocol| |2. Certified Emissions Reductions|Nagoya Protocol| |3. Clean Development Mechanism ...
2016
Environment & Ecology