INSIGHTS IAS REVISION PLAN FOR PRELIMS 2019 – DAILY REVISION TESTS: TEST-63
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 statements regarding Hyper Loop Technology
- It is a transportation system where a pod-like vehicle is propelled through a near vacuum tube connecting cities at speeds matching that of an aircraft.
- India’s first Hyperloop route will be coming up in Maharashtra.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: A
India’s first Hyperloop route will be coming up in Andhra Pradesh.
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Solution: A
India’s first Hyperloop route will be coming up in Andhra Pradesh.
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Question 2 of 25
2. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding NASA Balloon Mission
1.This mission includes launching of a huge balloon up to 50 miles above the earth surface.
- The aim of the mission is to analyze the prospects of providing digital service in the remote areas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: A
NASA’s polar mesospheric clouds (PMCs) Turbo mission launched a giant balloon to study PMCs at a height of 50 miles above the surface. For five days, the balloon floated through the stratosphere from its launch at Esrange, Sweden, across the Arctic to Western Nunavut, Canada.
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Solution: A
NASA’s polar mesospheric clouds (PMCs) Turbo mission launched a giant balloon to study PMCs at a height of 50 miles above the surface. For five days, the balloon floated through the stratosphere from its launch at Esrange, Sweden, across the Arctic to Western Nunavut, Canada.
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Question 3 of 25
3. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Thermal Battery Technology
1.Thermal batteries operate on thermal energy which is the energy created by temperature differences.
2.The thermal batteries can be used in electric vehicles.
- The world’s first-ever thermal battery plant is inaugurated in Andhra Pradesh.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: D
All the statements given above are correct.
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Solution: D
All the statements given above are correct.
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Question 4 of 25
4. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding ISRO’s Young Scientist Programme
1.It primarily aims to imparting basic knowledge on Space Technology, Space Science and Space Applications to the younger ones with the intent of arousing their interest in the emerging areas of Space activities.
2.It is proposed to select 3 students each from each State/ Union Territory to participate in this programme covering CBSE, ICSE and State syllabus.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Question 5 of 25
5. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding GSAT -7A
1. GSAT-7Ais a communication satellite designed specifically for military operations.
2. GSAT-7A is similar to Indian navy’s GSAT-7 and the Indian Air Force will be the sole operator of the satellite.
3. It is the 50th Indian communication satellite.
Which of the above statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: B
GSAT 7A is the 35th Indian communication satellite. GSAT-7A is an advanced military communications satellite meant exclusively for the Indian Air Force.
GSAT-7A is similar to Indian navy’s GSAT-7 and the Indian Air Force will be the sole operator of the satellite. The satellite will enhance Network-centric warfare capabilities of the Indian Air Force and therefore enhance its global operations.
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Solution: B
GSAT 7A is the 35th Indian communication satellite. GSAT-7A is an advanced military communications satellite meant exclusively for the Indian Air Force.
GSAT-7A is similar to Indian navy’s GSAT-7 and the Indian Air Force will be the sole operator of the satellite. The satellite will enhance Network-centric warfare capabilities of the Indian Air Force and therefore enhance its global operations.
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Question 6 of 25
6. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements about Chang’e-4 mission.
1. It is the first probe ever to explore the dark side of the Moon.
2. The mission in China’s first lunar mission.
3. The mission aims to deliver samples of Moon rock and soil to Earth.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: C
China has launched Chang’e-4, a first probe ever to achieve soft-landing on the far side of the Moon. Chang’e 4 is the fourth mission in the country’s lunar mission series which is being named after the Chinese moon goddess.
The tasks of the Chang’e-4 probe include low-frequency radio astronomical observation, surveying the terrain and landforms, detecting the mineral composition, and measuring the neutron radiation and neutral atoms to study the environment on the far side of the moon.
The mission aims to deliver samples of Moon rock and soil to Earth.
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Solution: C
China has launched Chang’e-4, a first probe ever to achieve soft-landing on the far side of the Moon. Chang’e 4 is the fourth mission in the country’s lunar mission series which is being named after the Chinese moon goddess.
The tasks of the Chang’e-4 probe include low-frequency radio astronomical observation, surveying the terrain and landforms, detecting the mineral composition, and measuring the neutron radiation and neutral atoms to study the environment on the far side of the moon.
The mission aims to deliver samples of Moon rock and soil to Earth.
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Question 7 of 25
7. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding InSight Mission of NASA.
1. InSight mission is a robotic lander designed to study the deep interior of the planet Mars.
2. It seeks to gather information about the presence of life on Mars.
3. This is the first time a robotic lander dug this deep into the martian crust.
Which of the above statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: C
InSight mission is a robotic lander designed to study the deep interior of the planet Mars. The InSight mission placed a single stationary lander on Mars to study its deep interior and address a fundamental issue of planetary and Solar System science.
This is the first time a robotic lander dug this deep into the martian crust.
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Solution: C
InSight mission is a robotic lander designed to study the deep interior of the planet Mars. The InSight mission placed a single stationary lander on Mars to study its deep interior and address a fundamental issue of planetary and Solar System science.
This is the first time a robotic lander dug this deep into the martian crust.
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Question 8 of 25
8. Question
2 pointsIn which of the following areas Block Chain Technology has applications?
1.Insurance
2.Internet of Things
3.Supply Chain Management
4.Cross border Payments
Select the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution: D
All the above are the applications of Block Chain Technology.
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Solution: D
All the above are the applications of Block Chain Technology.
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Question 9 of 25
9. Question
2 pointsZearalenone, often seen in news, is related to
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Solution: D
Zearalenone is a fungal toxin infesting cereals such as wheat, maize and barley. It attacks crops while they are growing, but can also develop when cereals are stored without being dried fully.
While numerous studies document this toxin in cereals across the world, no data existed for India until now.
Recently a Journal of Food Science study detected zearalenone in wheat, rice, corn and oats from markets in Uttar Pradesh.
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Solution: D
Zearalenone is a fungal toxin infesting cereals such as wheat, maize and barley. It attacks crops while they are growing, but can also develop when cereals are stored without being dried fully.
While numerous studies document this toxin in cereals across the world, no data existed for India until now.
Recently a Journal of Food Science study detected zearalenone in wheat, rice, corn and oats from markets in Uttar Pradesh.
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Question 10 of 25
10. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements about Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)
1.PCT gives patent protection for an invention simultaneously in large number of countries.
2.The application for patent protection by a country must be filed by the department responsible for intellectual property rights relating to patents.
3.PCT is administered by World Trade Organisation (WTO).
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
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Solution: D
The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) makes it possible to seek patent protection for an invention simultaneously in each of a large number of countries by filing an “international” patent application.
Such an application may be filed by anyone who is a national or resident of a PCT Contracting State. It may generally be filed with the national patent office of the Contracting State of which the applicant is a national or resident or, at the applicant’s option, with the International Bureau of WIPO in Geneva.
PCT is administered by WIPO.
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Solution: D
The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) makes it possible to seek patent protection for an invention simultaneously in each of a large number of countries by filing an “international” patent application.
Such an application may be filed by anyone who is a national or resident of a PCT Contracting State. It may generally be filed with the national patent office of the Contracting State of which the applicant is a national or resident or, at the applicant’s option, with the International Bureau of WIPO in Geneva.
PCT is administered by WIPO.
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Question 11 of 25
11. Question
2 pointsThe waterfall Victoria is associated with the river
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Solution: D
Victoria Falls is a waterfall in southern Africa on the Zambezi River at the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe.
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Solution: D
Victoria Falls is a waterfall in southern Africa on the Zambezi River at the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe.
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Question 12 of 25
12. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
- The joint sitting of the two houses of the Parliament in India is sanctioned under Article 108 of the Constitution
- The first joint sitting of Loka Sabha and Rajya Sabha was held in the year 1961
- The second joint sitting was held on 1978, following rejection by the Rajya Sabha of the Banking Service Commission (Repeal) Bill, 1977.
Which of these statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: D
So far, joint sittings of the two Houses have taken place on three occasions. The first joint sitting was held on 6 and 9 May 1961, following disagreement between the two Houses over certain amendments to the Dowry Prohibition Bill, 1959.
The second joint sitting was held on 16 May, 1978, following rejection by the Rajya Sabha of the Banking Service Commission (Repeal) Bill, 1977.
The third joint sitting was held on 26 March 2002 when the motion to consider the Prevention of Terrorism Bill, 2002, seeking to replace the Prevention of Terrorism Ordinance (POTO) as passed by the Lok Sabha was rejected by the Rajya Sabha. This sitting was held for the purpose of deliberating and voting on the Prevention of Terrorism Bill, 2002.
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Solution: D
So far, joint sittings of the two Houses have taken place on three occasions. The first joint sitting was held on 6 and 9 May 1961, following disagreement between the two Houses over certain amendments to the Dowry Prohibition Bill, 1959.
The second joint sitting was held on 16 May, 1978, following rejection by the Rajya Sabha of the Banking Service Commission (Repeal) Bill, 1977.
The third joint sitting was held on 26 March 2002 when the motion to consider the Prevention of Terrorism Bill, 2002, seeking to replace the Prevention of Terrorism Ordinance (POTO) as passed by the Lok Sabha was rejected by the Rajya Sabha. This sitting was held for the purpose of deliberating and voting on the Prevention of Terrorism Bill, 2002.
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Question 13 of 25
13. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
- Bhutan has least population among SAARC countries
- Russia has observer status in SAARC.
- Afghanistan is the second largest country in terms of area in SAARC
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: D
Observer countries of SAARC
- Australia
- China
- European Union
- Iran
- Japan
- Mauritius
- Myanmar
- South Korea
- United States
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Solution: D
Observer countries of SAARC
- Australia
- China
- European Union
- Iran
- Japan
- Mauritius
- Myanmar
- South Korea
- United States
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Question 14 of 25
14. Question
2 pointsAmong the following cities, which one is nearest to the Tropic of Cancer?
Correct
Solution: B
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Solution: B
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Question 15 of 25
15. Question
2 pointsWhich one of the following countries is land locked?
Correct
Solution: A
Incorrect
Solution: A
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Question 16 of 25
16. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding “India for Humanity” initiative
1.It is launched by External Affairs Ministry to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
2.It features a year-long series of artificial limb fitment camps in a number of countries spanning the globe.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Question 17 of 25
17. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the provisions of Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012(POCSO)
1.It provides for the definition of sexual abuse.
2.Police should contact Child Welfare Committee (CWC) within 24 hours of report of abuse.
3.It does not provide any period of limitation for reporting the sexual offence.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: D
All the statements given above are correct.
Incorrect
Solution: D
All the statements given above are correct.
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Question 18 of 25
18. Question
2 pointsWorld Economic Outlook is published by
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Solution: C
Key Reports of IMF
- World economic outlook
- Global financial stability report
- Fiscal monitor
- Regional economic prospects
- Finance and Development
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Solution: C
Key Reports of IMF
- World economic outlook
- Global financial stability report
- Fiscal monitor
- Regional economic prospects
- Finance and Development
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Question 19 of 25
19. Question
2 pointsGalo, Adi, Abor and Dufflas are the tribes largely present in
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Solution: D
Incorrect
Solution: D
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Question 20 of 25
20. Question
2 pointsConsider the following pairs
List I List II
- Mopin Festival Tripura
- Kharchi Puja Arunachal Pradesh
- Chapchar Kut Mizoram
Which of the pairs is/are matched correctly?
Correct
Solution: C
Mopin Festival – Arunachal Pradesh
Kharchi Puja – Tripura.
Incorrect
Solution: C
Mopin Festival – Arunachal Pradesh
Kharchi Puja – Tripura.
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Question 21 of 25
21. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1. The Like Minded-Group of Developing Countries is a group of developing countries who organize themselves as a block negotiators in international organizations such as the United Nations and the World Trade Organization.
2. BASIC are a bloc of four large newly industrialized countries namely Brazil, South Africa, India and China formed by an agreement on 28 November 2009.
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 22 of 25
22. Question
2 pointsRecently, around 1000 petroglyphs has been discovered making them one of the most significant archaeological finds of recent past. Where those particular petroglyphs are located?
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Solution: C
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/the-petroglyphs-of ratnagiri/article25265399.ece
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Solution: C
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/the-petroglyphs-of ratnagiri/article25265399.ece
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Question 23 of 25
23. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following agency release House Price Index in India?
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Question 24 of 25
24. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Hunar Haats
1. It provides a platform to artisans and craftsmen to display their rich heritage and skill.
2. Hunar Haats are organised by Ministry of Culture.
3. National Minority Finance Development Corporation provide financial aid to the artisans and craftsmen.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: B
Hunar Haats are organised by Ministry of Minority Affairs under USTTAD (Upgrading the Skills &
Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development) scheme.The USTTAD scheme aims at preserving & promoting the rich heritage of the traditional arts & crafts of the Minority communities.
Hunar Haats provide a platform to master artisans and craftsmen to display their rich heritage and skill, on the other hand these exhibitions bring both domestic and international markets to the artisans and craftsmen, empowering them with various resources.
The National Minority Finance Development Corporation also supports them with financial aid/ loans etc.
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Solution: B
Hunar Haats are organised by Ministry of Minority Affairs under USTTAD (Upgrading the Skills &
Training in Traditional Arts/Crafts for Development) scheme.The USTTAD scheme aims at preserving & promoting the rich heritage of the traditional arts & crafts of the Minority communities.
Hunar Haats provide a platform to master artisans and craftsmen to display their rich heritage and skill, on the other hand these exhibitions bring both domestic and international markets to the artisans and craftsmen, empowering them with various resources.
The National Minority Finance Development Corporation also supports them with financial aid/ loans etc.
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Question 25 of 25
25. Question
2 pointsConsider the following statements
1. Kushmi scheme of Kerala provides free sanitary napkins to school girls across the state.
2. Dhola-Sadiya Bridge, the longest road bridge of India is built on Lohit River.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: B
Kushmi scheme of Odisha provides free sanitary napkins to school girls across the state.
Incorrect
Solution: B
Kushmi scheme of Odisha provides free sanitary napkins to school girls across the state.
