2018
Art & Culture
Year Collection
UPSC Prelims 2018
Public prelims PYQs for 2018.
2018
Economy
Consider the following statements 1. The Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Review Committee Report has recommended a debt to GDP ratio of 60% for the general (combined) government by 2023, comprising...
2018
Environment & Ecology
Which of the following leaf modifications occur(s) in the desert areas to inhibit water loss? 1. Hard and waxy leaves 2. Tiny leaves 3. Thorns instead of leaves Select the correct answer using the code given below:
2018
Geography
Which one of the following is an artificial lake?
2018
Indian Polity
Right to Privacy is protected as an intrinsic part of Right to Life and Personal Liberty. Which of the following in the Constitution of India correctly and appropriately imply the above statement?
2018
International Relations
Very recently, in which of the following countries have lakhs of people either suffered from severe famine/acute malnutrition or died due to starvation caused by war/ethnic conflicts?
2018
Medieval History
Which one of the following foreign travellers elaborately discussed about diamonds and diamond mines of India?
2018
Modern History
Which one of the following is a very significant aspect of the Champaran Satyagraha?
2018
Science & Technology
When the alarm of your smartphone rings in the morning, you wake up and tap it to stop the alarm which causes your geyser to be switched on automatically. The smart mirror in your bathroom shows the day's weather and ...
2018
Social Issues & Schemes
Which of the following is/are the aim/aims of "Digital India" Plan of the Government of India? 1. Formation of India's own Internet companies like China did. 2. Establish a policy framework to encourage overseas mul...
2018
Art & Culture
Consider the following pairs : |Tradition|State| |-- |--| |1. Chapchar Kut festival | Mizoram| |2. Khongjom Parba ballad|Manipur| |3. Thang-Ta dance | Sikkim| Which of the pairs given above is/are correct ?
2018
Economy
Consider the following statements: Human capital formation as a concept is better explained in terms of a process, which enables 1. individuals of a country to accumulate more capital. 2. increasing the knowledge, ski...
2018
Environment & Ecology
Which of the following has/have shrunk immensely/dried up in the recent past due to human activities? 1. Aral Sea 2. Black Sea 3. Lake Baikal
2018
Geography
Consider the following statements - 1. Most of the world's coral reefs are in tropical waters. 2. More than one-third of the world's coral reefs are located in the territories of Australia, Indonesia and the Philippi...
2018
Indian Polity
Regarding Money Bill, which of the following statements is not correct?
2018
International Relations
Consider the following pairs : |Regions|Sometime mentioned in news Country | |-- |--| |1. Catalonia | Spain| |2. Crimea|Hungary | |3. Mindanao | Philippines | |4. Oromia|Nigeria| Which of the pairs given above are c...
2018
Modern History
In the federation established by the Government of India Act of 1935. Residuary Power was given to the
2018
Science & Technology
With reference to the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), consider the following statements : 1. IRNSS has three satellites in geostationary and four satellites in geosynchronous orbits. 2. IRNSS co...
2018
Social Issues & Schemes
International Labour Organization's Conventions 138 and 182 are related to -
2018
Art & Culture
With reference to the religious practices in India, the "Sthanakvasi" sect belongs to -
2018
Economy
Which one of the following links all the ATMs in India?
2018
Environment & Ecology
How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)? 1. The NGT has been established by an Act whereas the CPCB has been created by executive order of the Government. 2. ...
2018
Geography
Consider the following statements: 1. In India, State Governments do not have the power to auction non-coal mines. 2. Andhra Pradesh and Jharkhand do not have gold mines. 3. Rajasthan has iron ore mines. Which of...
2018
Indian Polity
Which one of the following reflects the most appropriate relationship between law and liberty?
2018
International Relations
In the Indian context, what is the implication of ratifying the 'Additional Protocol' with the `International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)'?
2018
Modern History
After the Santhal Uprising subsided, what was/were the measure/measures taken by the colonial government? 1. The territories called `Santhal Paraganas' were created. 2. It became illegal for a Santhal to transfer la...
2018
Science & Technology
"3D printing" has applications in which of the following? 1. Preparation of confectionery items 2. Manufacture of bionic ears 3. Automotive industry 4. Reconstructive surgeries 5. Data processing technologies S...
2018
Social Issues & Schemes
As per the NSSO 70th Round “Situation Assessment Survey of Agricultural Households”, consider the following statements 1. Rajasthan has the highest percentage share of agricultural households among its rural household...
2018
Art & Culture
With reference to the cultural history of India, consider the following statements : 1. White marble was used in making Buland Darwaza and Khankah at Fatehpur Sikri. 2. Red sandstone and marble were used in making B...
2018
Economy
India enacted the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 in order to comply with the obligations to
2018
Environment & Ecology
Which of the following is/are the possible consequence/s of heavy sand mining in riverbeds? 1. Decreased salinity in the river 2. Pollution of groundwater 3. Lowering of the water-table Select the correct answer ...
2018
Geography
Consider the following statements: 1. The Barren Island volcano is an active volcano located in the Indian territory. 2. Barren Island lies about 140 km east of Great Nicobar. 3. The last time the Barren Island vol...
2018
Indian Polity
With reference to the Parliament of India, which of the following Parliamentary Committees scrutinizes and reports to the House whether the powers to make regulations, rules, sub-rules, by-laws, etc. conferred by the ...
2018
International Relations
Consider the following pairs: |Town|Sometime mentioned in news Country | |-- |--| |1. Aleppo | Syria| |2. Kirkuk|Yemen | |3. Mosul | Palestine | |4. Mazar-i-Sharif|Afghanistan| Which of the pairs given above are co...
2018
Modern History
Which among the following events happened earliest?
2018
Science & Technology
With reference to the Genetically Modified mustard (GM mustard) developed in India, consider the following statements : 1. GM mustard has the genes of a soil bacterium that gives the plant the property of pest-resist...
2018
Social Issues & Schemes
With reference to Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, consider the following statements 1. It is the flagship scheme of the Ministry of Labour and Employment. 2. It, among other things, will also impart training in s...
2018
Art & Culture
Consider the following pairs: | Craft | Heritage of | |-----------------------|----------------| | 1. Puthukkuli shawls | Tamil Nadu | | 2. Sujni embroidery | Maharashtra | | 3. Uppada Jam...
2018
Economy
If a commodity is provided free to the public by the Government, then
2018
Environment & Ecology
Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in the news?
2018
Geography
Among the following cities, which one lies on a longitude closest to that of Delhi?
2018
Indian Polity
With reference to the election of the President of India, consider the following statements: 1. The value of the vote of each MLA varies from State to State. 2. The value of the vote of MPs of the Lok Sabha is more t...
2018
International Relations
The term "two-state solution" is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of -
2018
Modern History
In 1920, which of the following changed its name to “Swarajya Sabha”?
2018
Science & Technology
In which of the following areas can GPS technology be used? 1. Mobile phone operations 2. Banking operations 3. Controlling the power grids Select the correct answer using the code given below:
2018
Art & Culture
With reference to Indian history, who among the following is a future Buddha, yet to come to save the world?
2018
Economy
Which one of the following statements correctly describes the meaning of legal tender money?
2018
Environment & Ecology
With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements : 1. The high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water holding capacity. 2. Soil does not play any role in the sulphur c...
2018
Geography
Consider the following statements: 1. The Earth's magnetic field has reversed every few hundred thousand years. 2. When the Earth was created more than 4000 million years ago, there was 54% oxygen and no carbon diox...
2018
Indian Polity
Consider the following statements : 1. In the first Lok Sabha, the single largest party in the opposition was the Swatantra Party. 2. In the Lok Sabha, a "Leader of the Opposition" was recognised for the first time i...
2018
International Relations
Consider the following countries : 1. Australia 2. Canada 3. China 4. India 5. Japan 6. USA Which of the above are among the 'free-trade partners' of ASEAN?
2018
Modern History
He wrote biographies of Mazzini, Garibaldi, Shivaji and Shrikrishna; stayed in America for some time, and was also elected to the Central Assembly. He was
2018
Science & Technology
Consider the following: 1. Birds 2. Dust blowing 3. Rain 4. Wind blowing Which of the above spread plant diseases?
2018
Art & Culture
The well-known painting "Bani Thani" belongs to the
2018
Economy
Consider the following items: 1. Cereal grains hulled 2. Chicken eggs cooked 3. Fish processed and canned 4. Newspapers containing advertising material Which of the above items is/are exempted under GST (Goods and ...
2018
Environment & Ecology
With reference to the 'Global Alliance for Climate-Smart Agriculture (GACSA)', which of the following statements is/are correct. 1. GACSA is an outcome of the Climate Summit held in Paris in 2015. 2. Membership of GAC...
2018
Indian Polity
Consider the following statements : 1. As per the Right to Education (RTE) Act, to be eligible for appointment as a teacher in a State, a person would be required to possess the minimum qualifications laid down by th...
2018
International Relations
What is/are the consequence/consequences of a country becoming a member of the 'Nuclear Suppliers Group'? 1. It will have access to the latest and most efficient nuclear technologies. 2. It automatically becomes a m...
2018
Modern History
Regarding Wood's Dispatch, which of the following statements are true ? 1. Grants-in-Aid system was introduced. 2. Establishment of universities was recommended. 3. English as a medium of instruction at all levels ...
2018
Science & Technology
Consider the following pairs : |Terms sometimes seen in news|Context /Topic | |-- |--| |1. Belle II experiment | Artificial Intelligence| |2. Blockchain technology|Digital/Cryptocurrency | |3. CRISPR — Cas9 | Particl...
2018
Economy
With reference to India's decision to levy an equalization tax of 6% on online advertisement services offered by non-resident entities, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is introduced as a part ...
2018
Environment & Ecology
The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), a UN mechanism to assist countries transition towards greener and more inclusive economies, emerged at
2018
Indian Polity
Consider the following statements : 1. Aadhaar card can be used as a proof of citizenship or domicile. 2. Once issued, the Aadhaar number cannot be deactivated or omitted by the Issuing Authority. Which of the statem...
2018
Modern History
With reference to educational institutes during colonial rule in India, consider the following pairs : | Institution | Founder | |------------------------------|-------------------| | 1. Sa...
2018
Science & Technology
What is "Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD)", sometimes seen in the news?
2018
Economy
Consider the following events: 1. The first democratically elected communist party government formed in a State in India. 2. India's then largest bank, 'Imperial Bank of India', was renamed 'State Bank of India'. 3. A...
2018
Environment & Ecology
Which of the following statements best describes "carbon fertilization"?
2018
Indian Polity
Consider the following statements: 1. No criminal proceedings shall be instituted against the Governor of a State in any court during his term of office. 2. The emoluments and allowances of the Governor of a State ...
2018
Modern History
The staple commodities of export by the English East India Company from Bengal in the middle of the 18th century were -
2018
Science & Technology
The terms ‘Wanna Cry, Petya and Eternal Blue' sometimes mentioned in the news recently are related to
2018
Economy
Which one of the following best describes the term "Merchant Discount Rate" sometimes seen in the news?
2018
Environment & Ecology
With reference to the circumstances in Indian agriculture, the concept of "Conservation Agriculture" assumes significance. Which of the following fall under the Conservation Agriculture? 1. Avoiding monoculture pract...
2018
Indian Polity
Which of the following are regarded as the main features of the "Rule of Law"? 1. Limitation of powers 2. Equality before law 3. People's responsibility to the Government 4. Liberty and civil rights Select the c...
2018
Modern History
Who among the following were the founders of the "Hind Mazdoor Sabha" established in 1948?
2018
Science & Technology
Consider the following phenomena : 1. Light is affected by gravity. 2. The Universe is constantly expanding. 3. Matter warps its surrounding space-time. Which of the above is/are the prediction/predictions of Alb...
2018
Economy
With reference to the provisions made under the National Food Security Act, 2013 consider the following statements: 1. The families coming under the category of 'below poverty line (BPL)' only are eligible to receive ...
2018
Environment & Ecology
Consider the following statements: 1. The definition of "Critical Wildlife Habitat" is incorporated in the Forest Rights Act, 2006. 2. For the first time in India, Baigas have been given Habitat Rights. 3. Union Minis...
2018
Indian Polity
Consider the following statements: 1. The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly shall vacate his/her office if he/she ceases to be a member of the Assembly. 2. Whenever the Legislative Assembly is dissolved, the Speak...
2018
Modern History
Which of the following led to the introduction of English Education in India? 1. Charter Act of 1813 2. General Committee of Public Instruction, 1823 3. Orientalist and Anglicist Controversy Select the correct an...
2018
Science & Technology
The identity platform `Aadhaar' provides open "Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)". What does it imply? 1. It can be integrated into any electronic device. 2. Online authentication using iris is possible. Whic...
2018
Economy
Consider the following statements: 1. Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) is the amount that banks have to maintain in the form of their own funds to offset any loss that banks incur if the account-holders fail to repay due...
2018
Environment & Ecology
"Momentum for Change: Climate Neutral Now" is an initiative launched by
2018
Indian Polity
"Rule of Law Index" is released by which of the following?
2018
Modern History
Economically, one of the results of the British rule in India in the 19th century was the -
2018
Science & Technology
With reference to India’s satellite launch vehicles, consider the following statements: 1. PSLVs launch the satellites useful for Earth resources monitoring whereas GSLVs are designed mainly to launch communication s...
2018
Economy
Increase in absolute and per capita real GNP do not connote a higher level of economic development, if -
2018
Environment & Ecology
The term "sixth mass extinction/sixth extinction" is often mentioned in the news in the context of the discussion of
2018
Indian Polity
If the President of India exercises his power as provided under Article 356 of the Constitution in respect of a particular State, then -
2018
Modern History
Which one of the following statements does not apply to the system of Subsidiary Alliance introduced by Lord Wellesley?
2018
Economy
With reference to the governance of public sector banking in India, consider the following statements 1. Capital infusion into public sector banks by the Government of India has steadily increased in the last decade....
2018
Environment & Ecology
In which one of the following States is Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary located?
2018
Indian Polity
Consider the following statements : 1. The Parliament of India can place a particular law in the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution of India. 2. The validity of a law placed in the Ninth Schedule cannot be examined ...
2018
Economy
In spite of being a high saving economy, capital formation may not result in a significant increase in output due to -
2018
Environment & Ecology
With reference to solar power production in India, consider the following statements: 1. India is the third largest in the world in the manufacture of silicon wafers used in photovoltaic units. 2. The solar power ta...
2018
Indian Polity
Consider the following statements 1. The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 replaced the Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, 1954. 2. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is under the charge of ...
2018
Economy
Consider the following: 1. Areca nut 2. Barley 3. Coffee 4. Finger millet 5. Groundnut 6. Sesamum 7. Turmeric The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affair, has announced the Minimum Support Price for which of the above?
2018
Economy
Consider the following statements: 1. The Reserve Bank of India manages and services Government of India Securities but not any State Government Securities. 2. Treasury bills are issued by the Government of India and...
2018
Economy
Consider the following statements 1. The quantity of imported edible oils is more than the domestic production of edible oils in the last five years. 2. The Government does not impose any customs duty on all the impor...
2018
Economy
With reference to digital payments, consider the following statements: 1. BHIM app allows the user to transfer money to anyone with a UPI-enabled bank account. 2. While a chip-pin debit card has four factors of authen...
2018
Economy