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Mock Test Series 2015

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2015-Mock-2

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2015 - Mock Test -2 1. Radio frequency spectrum is used for a wide range of purposes. In this context, consider the following devices:

1. Terrestrial broadcast television 2. Satellite broadcasting television 3. Bluetooth 4. WiFi 5. Remote car keys

Which among the above use Radio spectrum? [A]Only 1, 3, 4 & 5 [B]Only 1, 3 & 4 [C]Only 2, 3, 4 & 5 [D]1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 [ ] 2. Which one of the following correctly represents the top four largest solar power producing states? [A]Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh & Tamil Nadu [B]Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh & Maharashtra [C]Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu [D]Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh & Andhra Pradesh [ ] 3. With respect to the biomes, consider the following statements: 1. Taiga Biome is absent in southern hemisphere 2. Maximum part of world's geographical area

comes under Savannah Which among the above is / are correct observations? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 4. With respect to a country, consider the following: 1. Final Goods 2. Intermediary Goods 3. Value added goods 4. Services The total market value of which among the above is called Gross Domestic Product? [A]Only 1 & 4 [B]Only 1, 2 & 4 [C]Only 1, 3 & 4 [D]1, 2, 3 & 4 [ ]

5. For a healthy growth of service sector, what should government do? [A]Increase minimum wages [B]Provide broadband services in rural areas [C]Provide tax sops to infrastructure companies [D]Revive growth in farm and industrial sectors [ ] 6. With reference to the halogen family of elements, consider the following: 1. The halogen that is most active chemically 2. The halogen with the smallest ionic radius 3. The halogen that first shows some visible metallic properties at room temperature Which among the following is the correct set of elements denoting the above properties respectively: [A]Fluorine, Chlorine, Iodine [B]Iodine, Fluorine, Chlorine [C]Fluorine, Fluorine, Iodine [D]Fluorine, Iodine, Chlorine [ ] 7. Consider the following: 1. Atomic number 2. Atomic mass 3. Number of protons 4. Number of neutrons Which among the above is / are same for each of C-12, C-13 and C-14? [A]1 & 3 [B]2 & 4 [C]2 & 3 [D]1 & 4 [ ] 8. With reference to the Financial Affairs of the Government of India, which among the following reports / documents are caused by the President to be laid before Parliament annually? 1.Annual Financial Statement 2.Economic Survey 3.Medium-term Fiscal Policy Statement 4.Macro-economic Framework Statement Choose the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]Only 1 & 2 [C]Only 1, 2 & 3 [D]1 and 4 [ ]


2015 - Mock Test -2 9. Rising NPAs or bad debts are one of the major issues for Indian Banking Industry in recent times. In this context, consider the following: 1. Lok Adalats 2. Debt Recovery Tribunals (DRT) 3. Sarfaesi Act Which among the above work(s) as channel(s) to recover the bad debts? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 10. What is common between the teachings of Gautam Buddha and Mahavira? 1. Both emphasized upon Ahimsa 2. Both rejected existence of soul 3. Both rejected existence of god Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]Only 1 & 2 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 11. Consider the following statements: 1. The Maurya Era is known for triumph of monarchy and collapse of republics / oligarchies in India 2. Kautilya was most ardent advocate of royal absolutism during Maurya era Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 12. Under the provisions of which among the following acts, the Europeans were excluded from settling in India ? [A]Pitts India Act 1784 [B]Charter Act 1813 [C]Charter Act 1833 [D]Charter Act 1853 [ ] 13. The Hinayana sect of Buddhism:

1. follows the doctrine of elders and believes in Bodhisattvas 2. was patronized by Asoka 3. used Pali Language for canonical works Which among the above statements is/ are correct? [A]Only 1 is correct [B]Only 1 & 2 are correct [C]Only 2 & 3 are correct [D]All are correct [ ] 14. If a Candle is make to burn in Zero Gravity__: [A]The Candle will burn for a very long time compared to normal gravity [B]The flame of the candle will become round [C]There is no impact of gravity on the burning of candle [D]The Candle will not burn in zero gravity [ ] 15. The 14 points of Jinnah included__: 1. Separate set of Fundamental Rights for Muslims 2. Reservation of one Third of Seats for Muslims 3. Separation of Sindh from Bombay 4. One Third Muslim Ministers Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1, 2 & 3 [B]Only 2, 3 & 4 [C]Only 3 & 4 [D]1, 2, 3 & 4 [ ] 16. The Vernacular press act: 1. was passed during the times of Lord Lytton 2. empowered the magistrate to deposit a security, which could be confiscated if the printer violated the Bond 3. was repealed during times of Lord Ripon Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 17. Parliament of India is empowered to make laws with every matter that is enumerated in the State List in the national interest. What is / are prerequisites for this?


2015 - Mock Test -2 1. Lok Sabha must pass a resolution supported by two thirds of the members present and voting 2. Governors of at least three states should send such a proposal to President Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 18. The highest Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) can be expected in __? [A]A running river [B]A running polluted river [C]Treated Municipal waste water [D]Untreated Municipal waste water [ ] 19. Consider the following: 1. Vikram Samvat 2. Shaka Samvat 3. Hijri calendar Which among the following is the correct decreasing order when 2015 is denoted in these calendars? [A]1 2 3 [B]2 1 3 [C]3 1 2 [D]1 3 2 [ ] 20. Sir Pherozshah Mehta__: 1. was one of the founders of Indian National Congress 2. served as President of Indian National Congress thrice 3. launched Bombay Chronicle Which among the above is / are correct ? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 21. The key features of the Government of India Act 1919 included: 1. Introduction of Dyarchy in the Executive Government of the Provinces 2. Introduction of Separate Communal electorates for Muslims

3. Devolution of the Legislative authority by the centre to provinces 4. Expansion and reconstruction of the Central provincial legislatures Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 1, 3 & 4 [C]Only 2, 3 & 4 [D]1, 2, 3 & 4 [ ] 22. Which among the following ecosystems have an inverted pyramid of biomass? 1. Grassland 2. Pond 3. Forest Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]1 & 2 [B]1 & 3 [C]2 only [D]2 & 3 only [ ] 23. The Population pyramids are useful to determine: 1. population growth rates. 2. age-sex distribution of a population 3. birth rates and death rates Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 24. Which of the following gases can deplete the ozone layer in the stratosphere? [A]Methane [B]Carbon monoxide [C]Ammonia [D]Sulphur dioxide [ ] 25. If a moving body turns its speed to 1.5 times, its kinetic energy __: [A]will become 1.5 times [B]will become 3 times [C]will become 2.25 times [D]will become 6 times [ ]


2015 - Mock Test -2 26. With reference to Kabaddi, consider the following statements with respect to the Baulk Line and Bonus Line: 1. The distance between the Baulk Line and Bonus Line is 1 meter 2. The crossing of Bonus line by a raider means the raider is out of game Which among the above statements is/ are correct? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 27. Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha have to vacate their offices if __: 1. The President is of the belief that the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha must vacate their offices 2. The Ruling party has lost the confidence in the House and now a new party has claimed to form Government in center 3. Lok Sabha is just dissolved Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]1 Only [B]2 Only [C]1 or 3 only [D]None of them [ ] 28. Consider the following: 1. Sabarmati Ashram 2. Tolstoy Farm 3. Phoenix Farm Which among the following presents the correct order of their establishment by Mahatma Gandhi? [A]1, 2, 3 [B]2, 1, 3 [C]3, 2, 1 [D]1, 3, 2 [ ] 29. Which among the following incidents took place immediately after the Chauri Chaura incident: 1. Gandhi called off Civil Disobedience Movement 2. Gandhi was arrested and sent to jail 3. Swaraj Party was established Which among the above statements is/ are correct? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3

[C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 30. With reference to swine flu, which among the following is / are correct statements? 1. Swine flu viruses are spread mainly from person to person through droplets spread while coughing or sneezing by a person infected with the H1N1. 2. Swine flu viruses are readily spread by pork products Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 31. With reference to the Shadow Cabinet in some constitutions, consider the following statements: 1. Shadow cabinet' is an unique institution in the united states 2. In India, the function of Shadow cabinet is performed by Public Accounts Committee Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 32. In which among the following countries, you can find the Unitary governments? 1. Japan 2. Britain 3. France 4. China Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1, 2 & 4 [D]1, 2, 3 & 4 [ ] 33. Which among the following is / are correct statements? 1. The images produced by Concave Mirrors are always real images 2. The images produced by Flat Mirrors are always virtual images


2015 - Mock Test -2 3. Converging Lens can produce virtual as well as real images Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 is correct [B]Only 2 is correct [C]Only 1 & 2 are correct [D]Only 2 & 3 are correct [ ] 34. The service tax in India is __: [A]collected and appropriated by the Union Government [B]collected by union government, appropriated by state governments [C]collected by state governments, appropriated by union government [D]collected and appropriated by state governments [ ] 35. India has been long advocating the reform of the United Nations including the expansion of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in both permanent and non-permanent categories. What arguments are given by India to make its case? 1. The composition of the UNSC has remained unchanged since World War -II 2. Representation in the UNSC by permanent and non-permanent members is not proportional geographically nor in terms of population 3. No country from Latin America or Africa has a permanent seat in UNSC Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 36. Which among the following were brought under the provincial governments as per the Montgomery-Chelmsford Constitutional Reforms of 1919: 1. Public health and sanitation 2. Vital statistics 3. Local Self Government Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ]

37. Serious concerns and voices have been raised in recent times to ban the use of PET or Polyethylene terephthalate bottles. Which among the following is / are correct statements with this respect: 1. PET is a non-degradable plastic that is harmful to environment 2. Excessive and continued used of PET bottles can lead to hormonal disruptions in humans Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 38. Which among the following is not one of the eight limbs of the Ashtanga Yoga? [A]Yama [B]Pranamayam [C]Dhyana [D]Vinyasa [ ] 39. Both Nyaya and Vaisheshika: 1. accept the liberation of the individual self as the end goal 2. view ignorance as the root cause of all pain and misery 3. believe that liberation is attained only through right knowledge of reality Which among the above is / are correct? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 40. Consider the following countries: 1. Turkey 2. Iran 3. Iraq 4. Lebanon 5. Syria The so called Kurdistan is spread in which among the above? [A]1, 2, 3 & 4 [B]1, 2, 3 & 5 [C]1, 2 & 3 [D]1, 3 & 5


2015 - Mock Test -2 [ ] 41. What is Global Warming Potential? [A]how much heat a greenhouse gas traps in the atmosphere [B]how much contribution an industry makes to global warming [C]how much contribution a country makes to global warming [D]None of the above is a correct definition [ ] 42. Which among the following is / are components of the Producer Gas? 1. Carbon Monoxide (CO) 2. Hydrogen (H2) 3. Methane (CH4) Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 43. With reference to the Land Holdings in India, consider the following statements: 1. Most of the land holdings in India are medium holdings with size between 4 to 10 hectares 2. Large holdings account for fewer than 1% of total land holdings in India Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 44. The power to issue writs in the nature of habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto and certiorari rests with __: 1. Supreme Court 2. High Courts 3. Any other court as defined by Parliament by law Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]Only 1 & 2 [C]1, 2 & 3 [D]Only 1 & 3 [ ]

45. According to the Companies Act 2013, what activities can be undertaken by a company to fulfil its CSR obligations? 1. It can contribute to Prime Minister's National Relief Fund 2. It can promote preventive healthcare in rural or urban areas 3. It can contribute to a recognized political party Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]Only 1 & 2 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 46. Consider the following: 1. Dengue 2. Leprosy 3. Rabies Which among the above is / are tropical diseases? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 1 & 2 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 47. How Alligators are different from Crocodiles? 1. While Alligators and Crocodiles belong to same family of reptiles, their orders are different 2. While Alligators prefer a freshwater habitat, crocodiles prefer to live in brackish water or saltwater. 3. While the salt glands are non functional in Alligators, they work in Crocodiles Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 is correct [B]Only 2 & 3 are correct [C]Only 2 is correct [D]1, 2 & 3 are correct [ ] 48. Consider the following endangered fauna of India: 1. Nilgiri Mystus 2. Sociable Lapwing 3. Pygmy hog Which among the above is / are mammals? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 3 [D]Only 1 & 3 [ ]


2015 - Mock Test -2 49. In recent times, the term "Import Substitution" was making news. Which among the following is / are correct statements in this context? 1. It means that a country should attempt to substitute products which it imports (mostly finished goods) with locally produced substitutes. 2. Import substitution protects domestic industries from import competition Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 50. Consider the following fauna: 1. Jerdons Courser 2. Slender Loris 3. Narcondam hornbills Which among the above is / are found in Eastern Ghats region of India? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 [C]Only 2 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 51. What is the difference between Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquefied natural gas (LNG)? 1. The major component of CNG is Methane, while major component of LNG is butane 2. CNG has greater thermal efficiency than LNG Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 52. Consider the following matches: 1. Bedouin tribes - Kuwait 2. Hmong - Myanmar 3. Borneo - Malaysia Which among the above is / are correct matches? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ]

53. With reference to the ancient India, consider the following statements about Shramana tradition: 1. The Shramana tradition gave rise to both Buddhism and Jainism 2. Concept of Samsara (cycle of birth and death) and moksha (liberation from that cycle) came from Shramana tradition Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 54. The terms Karna and Angahgara are most closely related to __? [A]Indian Classical Dance [B]Ancient Sanskrit Dramas [C]Ancient Buddhist Canons [D]Gupta revenue administration [ ] 55. Which among the following dance forms of India was known as Bhagavata Mela Natakam originally? [A]Odissi [B]Sattariya [C]Kuchipudi [D]Bharatnatyam [ ] 56. In recent times, the Emerging Infectious Diseases (EIDs) have been a subject of concerns. What is the major reason for rise in the Emerging Infectious Diseases (EIDs)? [A]Unwarranted use of antibiotics [B]Too much soil and water pollution [C]Heavy deforestation [D]Unsanitary living conditions in third world [ ] 57. Consider the following: 1. Manipuri Dance 2. Odissi Dance 3. Sattariya Dance Which among the above involve themes related to Lord Krishna? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3


2015 - Mock Test -2 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 58. Which among the following is the best place to find massive polymetallic sulphide deposits in the Oceans? [A]Ocean floor [B]Hydrothermal vents [C]Seamounts [D]Guyots [ ] 59. Consider the monetary transaction in the below: 1. A doctor in India providing diagnosis, treatment and medical education in a remote part of Africa 2. A patient in UAE gets treatment in a hospital in Gurgaon in India 3. A smuggler sends gold from India to abroad via illegal channels Which among the following is / are invisible exports? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 1 & 2 [C]Only 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 60. The stock exchanges help the economy by helping in __: 1. Creation of money 2. Capital formation 3. Foreign investments Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 61. A vote on account: 1. Prevents the Government from imposing fresh taxes or withdrawing old one 2. Allows the Government to withdraw an amount for a period without the consent of Parliament 3. Covers the deficit left by the last budget Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 1 & 2 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ]

62. With reference to the business, what is working capital? [A]The investment made in the business [B]Fixed assets [C]Circulating assets- stocks, cash and debts owed to the business [D]Amount spent on machinery or for building up stock [ ] 63. With reference to the Finance Commission, consider the following statements: 1. The qualifications for the chairman and other members of the finance commission are laid down in the constitution 2. The recommendations of the finance commission are binding on neither parliament nor president Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 64. The term "Open Employment" is used when: [A]people are not willing to work [B]people are willing but not get work [C]people leave their jobs in search of better ones [D]people get the jobs but no regular payments [ ] 65. The monsoon climate is characterised by __: 1. seasonal change between wet tropical air masses and dry tropical air masses 2. very wet season and a very dry season 3. domination of trade winds during wet season Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 66. With reference to the forests in India, which among the following is / are correct statements about the "Protected Forests"? 1. No public entry is allowed for collection of timber or grazing of cattle in protected forests 2. Protected forests are under full control of the government

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2015 - Mock Test -2 Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 67. The alluvial soils are generally rich in __: 1. Humus 2. Potash 3. Lime Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 68. Generally, the animal cells differ from plant cells in that animal cells have__: [A]a cell wall made of cellulose [B] lysosomes [C]large vacuoles that store water [D]centrioles within centrosomes [ ] 69. In Human body, liver is one of the most important organs. What functions are done by Liver? 1. storing amino acids that were absorbed in the capillaries of the small intestine 2. detoxifying harmful substances such as alcohol or nicotine 3. synthesizing bile salts that emulsify lipids 4. breaking down peptides into amino acids Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 , 2 & 3 [D]1, 2, 3 & 4 [ ] 70. Which among the following are found in all viruses? [A]DNA and proteins [B]Nucleic acid and capsid [C]DNA and cell membrane [D]RNA and cell wall [ ]

71. In human body, the digestive enzymes are secreted by __: 1. Mouth cavity 2. Stomach 3. Gall bladder 4. Small intestine Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1, 2 & 3 [B]Only 1, 2 & 4 [C]Only 1 & 2 [D]1, 2, 3 & 4 [ ] 72. The following bar chart shows the relative biomass of four different populations of a particular food pyramid.

Which among the above populations is most likely of producers? [A]Population A [B]Population B [C]Population C [D]Population D [ ] 73. Over geological times, which among the below facts hold true? 1. Moon is moving away from Earth 2. Earth is moving closer to Sun 3. Mean solar day is getting longer 4. Earth's rotation speed is getting down Which among the above observations are correct: [A]1 & 2 [B]1, 2, 3 & 4 [C]1, 3 & 4 [D]1 & 4 [ ] 74. Consider the following comparisons of the Aryans and Indus Valley People: 1. Aryans were predominantly rural, while Indus Valley people were predominantly urban


2015 - Mock Test -2 2. Aryans generally possessed weapons, Indus Valley people were peace loving and possessed almost no offensive weapons 3. Aryans kept horses, Indus Valley people never knew about Horse 4. Aryans had great reverence for cow, Indus Valley people had great reverence for Bull. 5. Aryan society was predominantly patriarchal, Indus Valley Civilization predominantly was matriarchal Which among the above are correct? [A]1, 2 & 3 [B]1, 3, 4, 5 [C]1, 2, 4, 5 [D]1, 2, 3, 4, 5 [ ] 75. Which among the following is / are correct statements with respect to the Tropical Storms? 1. Tropical storms generally form in the high atmospheric pressure areas 2. The highest atmospheric pressures are generally recorded at their centers 3. At any given altitude, environment inside the cyclone is warmer than its outer surroundings Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]1 & 2 [B]2 & 3 [C]Only 2 [D]Only 3 [ ] 76. The fuse used in electric supply is __: 1. connected in parallel to the main switch 2. made up of a material which has a low melting point 3. made up of a material which has high resistance Which among the above statements is/ are correct? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]Only 2 & 3 [ ] 77. Which among the following mammals you will find while visiting the Himalayan region in India? 1. Slow Loris 2. Dhole 3. Red Panda 4. Wild ass Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1

[B]1, 2 & 3 [C]Only 2 & 3 [D]1, 2, 3 & 4 [ ] 78. Which among the following is / are correct statements with respect to the Sales Tax and Excise duty in India? 1. Excise duty on alcohol and alcoholic preparations are collected by the State Governments 2. Excise duty on narcotic substances is collected by Central Government 3. While Sales Tax is a direct tax, Excise duty is an indirect tax Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]Only 1 & 2 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 79. Regur soil: 1. is fine-grained soil of volcanic origin 2. has high water retaining capacity 3. is suitable for cash crops such as cotton and sugarcane 4. is black because of presence of Phosphorus Which among the above is / are correct? [A]Only 1 [B]1, 2 & 3 [C]1, 3 & 4 [D]1, 2, 3 & 4 [ ] 80. Which among the following you will find while visiting the peninsular plateau of India? 1. Deep and narrow valleys 2. Rounded hills 3. Old crystalline, igneous and metamorphic rocks Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]1, 2 & 3 [D]Only 3 [ ] 81. The 97th amendment of the constitution has made provisions for__: 1. Reservation of SCs and STs in Cooperatives 2. Fixed term of elections to cooperatives


2015 - Mock Test -2 3. Fixed maximum number of directors 4. Mandatory audit Choose the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]1, 2 & 3 [C]1, 2, 3 & 4 [D]1 & 2 [ ] 82. Consider the following: 1. Jelly Fish 2. Star Fish 3. Cuttle Fish 4. Silver Fish Which among the above is / are true fishes (Pisces) ? [A]Only 1 & 3 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 2 & 4 [D]None of them [ ] 83. In which among the following devices, the High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is used? 1. Set-top boxes 2. Personal computers 3. Blu-ray disc players Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]1 & 2 [C]2 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 84. Consider the following countries: 1. Russia 2. Vietnam 3. Indonesia 4. Bangladesh Tigers are found under natural habitats in which among the above? [A]Only 1, 2 & 3 [B]Only 2, 3 & 4 [C]Only 1, 2 & 4 [D]1, 2, 3 & 4 [ ] 85. Consider the following local winds: 1. Mistral 2. Sirocco 3. Nor'easter

Which among the above blow in Mediterranean region? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 86. What do you call the phenomenon when Moon blocks the light coming from a star? [A]Eclipse [B]Occultation [C]Transit [D]Blockage [ ] 87. Consider the following geographical terms and their brief explanations: 1. Azores - group of volcanic islands in the North Atlantic Ocean 2. Barbary coast - part of Eastern coast of Africa 3. Anatolia - Central part of Kazakhstan Which among the above is / are correct? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 1 & 2 [C]Only 2 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 88. Consider the following: 1. Mazoor-Mahajan Sabha 2. Tilak Swaraj Fund 3. Sevagram Which among the above was / were established by Mahatma Gandhi? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 89. Consider the following: 1. Sucralose 2. Aspartame 3. Xylitol Which among the above is / are artificial sweeteners? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3


2015 - Mock Test -2 [ ] 90. Parivarik Mahila Lok Adalats (PMLA): 1. can be organized by NGOs 2. are instruments of alternative dispute resolution 3. deliver the award which has same force as a decree of a court of law Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 91. With reference to Natya Dharmi and Lok Dharmi traditions in Indian performing arts, consider the following statements: 1. While Natya Dharmi refers to symbolic representation, Lok Dharmi is the natural representation 2. While Natya Dharmi is mainly used in classical dances, Lok Dharmi is used in Drama Which among the above is / are correct? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 92. Consider the following: 1. Sedimentary formations are most favourable for the occurrence of mineral oil 2. In sedimentary formations, most of the petroleum comes from synclines rather than anticlines Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 93. Consider the following: 1. Sahara 2. Atacama 3. Thar Which among the above is / are trade wind deserts? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3

[ ] 94. Consider the following comparisons of the Himalayan Rivers and Peninsular rivers: 1. Most of the Himalayan rivers are perennial, while most of the peninsular rivers are rainfed 2. The gradient of the Himalayan rivers is steeper than peninsular rivers 3. The peninsular rivers cause more erosion on their way in comparison to the Himalayan rivers Which among the above is / are correct? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 95. With reference to the office of Governor in India, consider the following statements: 1. The governor has no security of tenure and no fixed term of office. 2. The report of Governor becomes the basis of imposing emergency in a state under article 356 Which among the above is / are true statements? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 96. The main objective of the Parliamentary Language Committee is to__: [A]Recommend on making the progressive use of the Hindi language for the official purposes of the union [B]Looking into the linguistic demands for new states and make suggestions in that regard [C]Identify the endangered languages and make recommendations to protect and preserve them [D]Examine the vernacular education and make recommendations for effective implementation of three language formula [ ] 97. Consider the following statements with reference to Grants-in-aid in India: 1. Grants-in-aid are to be given to those states which are in need of financial assistance 2. Constitution allows the grants-in-aid to be discriminatory in nature


2015 - Mock Test -2 3. The grants-in-aid to the local bodies comes from Consolidated Fund of India Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 98. With reference to Whip in India, consider the following statements: 1. Political parties cannot issue any direction or whip to members to vote or not in Presidential poll 2. Political parties cannot issue any direction or whip to members to vote or not in case of a money bill in the parliament / assembly Which among the above is / are correct statements? [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ] 99. Which among the following statements is / are correct with respect to the Gram Nyayalayas? 1. Each Gram Nyayalaya is a court of Judicial Magistrate of the first class 2. Gram Nyayalaya exercises the powers of both Criminal and Civil Courts 3. No appeal can be made anywhere except high courts against a judgement of Gram Nyayalaya Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 & 2 [B]Only 2 & 3 [C]Only 1 & 3 [D]1, 2 & 3 [ ] 100. With reference to Gram Sabha, which among the following is / are correct statements? 1. In the Panchayat Raj System Gram Sabha is the only permanent unit 2. Gram Sabha is the lowest tier in the three tier Panchayat Institutions Select the correct option from the codes given below: [A]Only 1 [B]Only 2 [C]Both 1 & 2 [D]Neither 1 nor 2 [ ]

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