What are the significances of a practical approach to sugarcane production known as ‘Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative”? 1. Seed cost is very low in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation. 2. Drip irrigation can be practiced very effectively in this. 3. There is no application of chemical/inorganic fertilizers at all in this. 4, The scope for intercropping is more in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (@) 1 and 3 only (®) 1, 2 and 4 only () 2,3 and 4 only (@) 1, 2,3 and 4 2. If a wetland of international importance is brought under the ‘Montreux Record’, what does it imply? fa) Changes in ecological character , have occurred, are occurring or are lkely to occur in the wetland as a result of human interference (®) The country in .which the wetland is located should enact a law to prohibit any human activity within five kilometres from the edge of the wetland B-FVS-N-IVUA/58A, 1 () The survival of the wetland depends on the cultural practices and traditions of certain communities living in its vicinity and therefore the cultural diversity therein should not be destroyed (d) Tis given the status of World “Heritage Site’ 3. Which one of the following pairs of islands is separated from each other by the ‘Ten Degree Channel’? (a) Andaman and Nicobar (b) Nicobar and Sumatra (c) Maldives and Lakshadweep (a) Sumatra and Java 4. Consider the following pairs Programme/ Project Ministry Drought-Prone Ministry of Area Programme Agriculture Desert Development: - Ministry of Programme Environment and Forests National Watershed: Ministry Development Project of Rural for Rainfed Areas Development Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched? (a) 1 and 2 only () 3 only (1,2 and3 (a) NoneWith reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements 1. It is an autonomous organiza- tion under the Ministry of Environment and Forests. 2, It strives to conserve nature through action-based research, education and public. awareness. 3. It organizes and conducts nature trails and camps for the general public. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (@) 1 and 3 only (@) 2 only () 2 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3 6. With reference to ‘Global Environ- ment Facility’, which of the following statements is/are correct? (a) It serves as financial mechanism for ‘Convention on Biological Diversity’ and ‘United Nations Framework Convention on Climate ‘Change’ ) It undertakes _ scientific research on environmental issues at global level (o) It is an agency under OECD to facilitate the transfer of technology and funds to underdeveloped countries with specific aim to protect their environment (4) Both (a) and (b) B-FVS-N-IVUA/S8A 7. With reference to technologies for solar power production, consider the following statements : 1, ‘Photovoltaics’ is a technology that generates electricity by direct conversion of light into electricity, while ‘Solar Thermal’ is a technology that utilizes the Sun’s rays to generate heat which is further used in electricity generation process. 2, Photovoltaics generates Alternating Current (AC), while Solar Thermal generates Direct Current (DC). 3. India has manufacturing base for Solar Thermal technology, but not for Photovoltaics. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? fa) 1 only fb) 2 and 3 only () 1,2 and3 (a) None 8. Consider the following languages : 1. Gujarati 2, Kannada 3. Telugu Which of the above has/have been declared as ‘Classical Language/ Languages’ by the Government? (a) 1 and 2 only fb} 3 only () 2 and 3 only (@) 1,2 and39. Consider the following pairs : 1. Dampa Tiger Mizoram Reserve 2. Gumti Wildlife: Sikkim Sanctuary 3. Saramati Peak : Nagaland Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched? (@) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only () 1 and 3 only (@) 1, 2and3 10. With reference to a conservation organization called Wetlands Inter- national’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the ‘countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention. 2. It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies. Select the corr ct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only () Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 B-FVS-N-IVUA/S8A, 11, With reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, consider the following statements : 1, The First Summit of BRICS was held in Rio de Janeiro in 2009. 2. South Africa was the last to Join the BRICS grouping. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only {c) Both 1 and 2 (a) Neither 1 nor 2 12. Consider the following diseases : 1, Diphtheria 2. Chickenpox 3. Smallpox Which of the above diseases has/have been eradicated in India? (a) 1 and 2 only (®) 3 only () 1,2 and 3 (4) None13. Which of the following phenomena might have influenced the evolution of organisms? 1. Continental drift 2. Glacial cycles Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only () Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2 14, Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganges River Dolphins? 1. Construction of dams and barrages on rivers Increase in the population of crocodiles in rivers 3. Getting trapped in fishing nets accidentally 4. Use of synthetic fertilizers and other agricultural chemicals in crop-fields in the vicinity of rivers Select the correct answer using the code given below. fa) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only () 1,3 and 4 only (@ 1, 2,3 and 4 B-FVS-N-IVUA/58A, 18. The Radcliffe Committee was appointed to (q) solve the problem of minorities in India (b) give effect to the Independence Bill (c) delimit the boundaries between India and Pakistan (4) enquire into the riots in East Bengal 16, Brominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and upholstery. Why is there some concern about their use? 1. They are highly resistant to degradation in the environment, 2. They are able to accumulate in humans and animals. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only () 2 only fe) Both 1 and 2 (a) Neither 1 nor 217. Consider the following = 1. Bats 2. Bears 3. Rodents ‘The phenomenon of hibernation can be observed in which of the above kinds of animals? (a) 1 and 2 only () 2only () 1,2 and 3 (d)_ Hibernation cannot be observed in any of the above 18. Which one the largest Parliament? of the following is Committee of the fa) The Committee Accounts on Public {b) The Committee on Estimates fo) The Committee on Public Undertakings (4) The Committee on Petitions B-RVS-N-IVUA/S8A 10 19. Which of the following adds/add carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on the planet Earth? Volcanic action 2. Respiration 3. Photosynthesis 4. Decay of organic matter Select the correct answer using the code given below. fa) (b) 2 only () 1,2 and 4 only 1 and 3 only (4) 1,2, 3 anda 20. If you walk through countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside the cattle to seize the insects disturbed by their movement through grasses, Which of the following is/are such bird/birds? 1. Painted Stork 2. Common Myna 3. Black-necked Crane Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 (6) 2 only () 2and 3 (a) 3 only21. In medieval India, the designations 24. Which of the following are some ‘Mahattara’ and Pattakila’ were important pollutants released by used for steel industry in India? (a) military officers 1. Oxides of sulphur (®) village headmen 2. Oxides of nitrogen 3. Carbon monoxide (©) specialists in Vedic rituals 4. Carbon dioxide (a) chiefs of craft guilds Select the correct answer using the 22. Lichens, which are capable of code given below. initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, are actually 1, 3 and 4 ont ‘a symbiotic association of &) ¥ (a) algae and bacteria () 2 and 3 only (&) algae and fungi () 1 and 4 only (o) bacteria and fungi (a) 1, 2,3 and 4 (qd) fungi and mosses 25. Which of the following Kingdoms were associated with the life of the 23, If you travel through the Himalayas, Buddha? you are likely to see which of the | following plants naturally growing 1. Avanti there? 2. Gandhera 1. Oake 3. Kosala 2. Rhododendron 4. Magadha 3. Sandalwood Select the correct answer using the Select the correct answer using the code given below. code given below. . {a} 1 and 2 only (a) 1,2 and 3 () 3 only () Qand 4 fo) 1 and 3 only fo) 3 and 4 only (dj 1,2 and 3 (a) 1,3 and 4 B-FVS-N-IVUA/S8A, 1226, Every year, a monthlong ecologically 29. The main objective of the 12th important campaign /festival is held Five-Year Plan is during which certain communities/ tribes plant saplings of fruit-bearing {@) ‘inclusive growth and poverty trees. Which of the following are reduction such communities/tribes? () inclusive and sustainable growth (a) Brut (a) Bhutia and Lepeha @) sustainable and inclusive (b) Gond and Korku growth to reduce unemployment (d) faster, sustainable and more () Inula and Toda inclusive growth (4) Saharlya and Ageriya 30. With reference to Balance of Payments, which of the following 27. The sales tax you pay while constitutes/constitute the Current purchasing a toothpaste is a Account? 1. Balance of trade Foreign assets (a) tax imposed by the Central 2 3. Balance of invisibles 4 Government (b) tax imposed by the Central Government but collected by the State Government Select the correct answer using the code given below. Special Drawing Rights (o) tax imposed by the State Government but collected by (a) 1 only the Central Government fe) 2 and 3 (d} tax imposed and collected by f Lands the State Government (d) 1,2end4 28. What does venture capital mean? 31. The terms ‘Marginal Standing Facility Rate’ and ‘Net Demand (a) A short-term capital provided fnd Time Liabilties’, sometimes to industries appearing in news, are used in (b) A longterm start-up capital relation to provided to new entrepreneurs (a) banking operations (o) Punds provided to industries (®) communication networking at times of incurring losses (¢) military strategies (@) Funds provided for replacement (4) supply and demand of agricul- and renovation of industries tural products B-FVS-N-IVUA/58A 1432, What is/are the facility/facilities the beneficiaries can get from the services of Business Correspondent (Bank Saathi) in branchless areas? 1. It enables the beneficiaries to draw their subsidies and social security benefits in their villages. 2. It enables the beneficiaries in the rural areas to make deposits and withdrawals. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (®) 2 only () Both 1 and 2 (a) Neither 1 nor 2 33. In the context of Indian economy, which of the following is/are the purpose/purposes of ‘Statutory Reserve Requirements’? 1, To enable the Central Bank to control the amount of advances the banks can create 2. To make the people’s deposits with banks safe and liquid 3. To prevent the commercial banks from making excessive profits 4. To force the banks to have sufficient vault cash to meet their day-to-day requirements Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) (b} () (a 1 only 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2,3 and 4 B-FVS-N-IVUA/S8A, 16 34, 35. Recently, a series of uprisings of people referred to as ‘Arab Spring’ originally started from () Egypt (b) Lebanon fo) Syria (a) Tunisia Consider the following countries = 1. Denmark 2. Japan 3. Russian Federation 4. United Kingdom 5. United States of America Which of the above are the members of the ‘Arctic Council’? fa) 1, 2 and 3 (bo) 2,3 and 4 () 1,4 and 5 fd) 1,3 and 5 Consider the following pairs : Region often Country in news Chechnya Russian Federation Darfur Mali Swat Valley: Iraq Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched? (a) 1 only (b} 2 and 3 only () 1 and 3 only (4) 1,2 and337. With reference to Agni-IV Missile, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1, Itis.a surface-to-surface missile. 2, It is fuelled by liquid propellant only. 3. It can deliver one-tonne nuclear warheads about 7500 km away. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (2) 2 and 3 only () 1 and 3 only (a) 1,2 and 3 38. With reference to two _non- conventional energy sources called ‘coalbed methane’ and ‘shale gas’, consider the following statements : 1, Coalbed methane is the pure methane gas extracted from coal seams, while shale gas is a mixture of propane and butane only that can be extracted from fine-grained sedimentary rocks. 2, In India, abundant coalbed methane sources exist, but so far no shale gas sources have been found. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (e) Both 1 and 2 (a) Neither 1 nor 2 B-FVS-N-IVUA/S8A, 18 39. With reference to ‘Changpa’ community of India, consider the following statements : 1. They live mainly in the State of Uttarakchand ‘They rear the Pashmina goats that yield a fine wool. 3. They are kept in the category of, ‘Scheduled Tribes. : Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (@) 1 only (®) 2 and 3 only (3 only (@ 1, 2and3 40. In India, cluster bean (Guar) is traditionally used as a vegetable or animal feed, but recently the cultivation of this has assumed significance. Which one of the following statements is correct in this context? {a} The oil extracted from seeds is used in the manufacture of biodegradable plastics () ‘The gum made from its seeds is used in the extraction of shale gas () The leaf extract of this plant has the properties of anti- histamines (d) It is a source of high quality biodiesel41, Which of the following ‘have coral reefs? 1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands 2. Gulf of Kachchh, 3. Gulf of Mannar 4. Sunderbans Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1,2 and 3 only (®) 2 and 4 only o (@) 1,2, 3 and4 1 and 3 only 42, In India, the problem of soil erosion is associated with which of the following? 1, Terrace cultivation 2. Deforestation 3. Tropical climate Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) e @ (a, 1 and 2 only 2 only 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 43. The seasonal reversal of winds is the typical characteristic of fa) (b) ro) (dj Equatorial climate Mediterranean climate Monsoon climate All of the above climates B-RVS-N-IVUA/S8A, 20 44. With reference to the cultural history of India, the term ‘Panchayatan’ refers to (a) an assembly of village elders (b) a religious sect (c) a style of temple construction (a) an administrative functionary 45. Consider the following rivers : ~ 1, Barak 2. Lohit 3. Subansiri Which of the above flows/flow through Arunachal Pradesh? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only . (d) 1,2 and 3 46. Consider the following pairs : Wetlands Confluence of rivers 1, Harike Wetlands — : Confluence of Beas and Satluj/Sutlej 2. Keoladeo Ghana: ‘Confluence of National Park Banas and ‘Chambal 3, Kolleru Lake : Confluence of Musi and Krishna Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched? @) @) 2 and 3 only () 1 and 3 only (@) 1,2 and3 1 only47. Which one of the following pairs does 50. The most important strategy for not form part of the six systems of the conservation of biodiversity Indian Philosophy? together with traditional human life is the establishment of (a) Mimamsa and Vedanta (a) biosphere reserves, (6) Nyaya and Vaisheshika (b) botanical gardens (6) Lokayata and Kapalika fo) national parks (d) Sankhya and Yoga (a) wildtife sanctuaries 48. Consider the following pairs : 51. Turkey is located between Hilts Region 1, Cardamom Hills Coromandel (@) Black Sea and Caspian Sea Coast (b) Black Sea and Mediterranean 2. Kaimur Hills : Konkan Coast Sea 3. Mahadeo Hills: Central India (0) Gulfof Sues and Mediterranean 4. Mikir Hills : North-East India “ (d) Gulf of Aqaba and Dead Sea Which of the above pairs are correctly matched? $2. What is the correct sequence of occurrence of the following cities in (a) Land 2 South-East Asia as one proceeds from south to north? () 2and3 1. Bangle () 3and4 2. Hanoi () 2 ana 4 3. Jakarta 4. Singapore 49, Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisions regarding anti-defection? Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) Second Schedule (a) 4-2-1-3 (b) Fifth Schedule (b) 3-2-4-1 (o) Bighth Schedule (6) 341-2 (dj Tenth Schedule (4) 43-21 B-FVS-N-IVUA/58A 2253. The scientific view is that the 55. In the Constitution of India, increase in global temperature Promotion of international peace should not exceed 2°C above and security is included in the pre-industrial ievel. If the global temperature increases beyond 3 °C above the pre-industrial level, what can be its possible impact/impacts on the world? (b) Directive Principles of State Policy (a) Preamble to the Constitution 1, Terrestrial biosphere tends toward a net carbon source. () Fundamental Duties 2. Widespread coral mortality will oceur. (d) Ninth Schedule 3. All the global wetlands will permanently disappear. 4. Cultivation of cereals will 86. What are the benefits of imple- not be possible anywhere in menting the ‘Integrated Watershed the world. Development Programme’? Select the correct answer using the 1, Prevention of soil runoff code given beiow. 2. Linking the country’s perennial rivers with seasonal rivers fa) 1 only 3. Rainwater harvesting and fy) 1 end 2 only recharge of groundwater table ‘ 4, Regeneration of natural fo) 2,3 and 4 only vegetation (a) 1, 2,3 and 4 Select the correct answer using the code given below 54, The national motto of India, ‘Satyameva Jayate’ inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from (a) 1 and 2 only (a) Katha Upanishad (b) 2, 3 and 4 only (b) Chandogya Upanishad () Aitareya Upanishad (1,3 and 4 only (a) Mundaka Upanishad @ 1,2,3and4 B-FVS-N-IVUA/S8A 2487. Which of the following are associatéd with ‘Planning’ in India? 1. The Finance Commission 2. The National Development Council . 3. The Union Ministry of Rural Development 4. The Union Ministry of Urban Development 5. The Parliament Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1,2 and 5 only (®) 1,3 and 4 only () 2and 5 only (@) 1,2, 3,4 and 5 58. Which of the following is/are the function/functions of the Cabinet Secretariat? 1. Preparation of agenda for Cabinet Meetings 2. Secretarial assistance to Cabinet Committees 3. Allocation of __ financial resources to the Ministries Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only fb) 2 and 3 only (1 and 2 only (4) 1,2 and 3 B-FVS-N-IVUA/58A 26 59. Consider the following statements A Constitutional Government is one which 1. places effective restrictions on individual liberty in the interest of State Authority 2. places effective restrictions on the Authority of the State in the interest of individual liberty Which of the statements given above is/are correct? fa) 1 only (b) 2 only (o) Both 1 and 2 (a) Neither 1 nor 2 60. Which of the following are the discretionary powers given to the Governor of a State? 1. Sending a report to the President of India for imposing the President's rule 2. Appointing the Ministers 3. Reserving certain bills passed by the State Legislature for consideration of the President of India 4. Making the rules to conduct the business of the State Government Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (6) 1 and 3 only (©) 2,3 and 4 only @ 1,2,3 ands61. If the interest rate is decreased in an economy, it will (a) decrease the consumption expenditure in the economy (b) increase the tax collection of the Government (@) increase the —_ investment expenditure in the economy (d) increase the total savings in the economy 62. Consider the following statements : 1, The President shall make rules for the more convenient transaction of the business of the Government of India, and for the allocation among Ministers of the said business. 2. All executive actions of the Government of India shall be expressed to be taken in the name of the Prime Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only fb) 2 only (6) Both 1 and 2 (4) Neither 1 nor 2 63. Consider the following statements regarding a No-Confidence Motion in India 1, There is no mention of a No-Confidence Motion in the Constitution of India. 2. A Motion of No-Confidence can be introduced in the Lok Sabha only. B-FVS-N-IVUA/S8A 64, With reference to Neem tree, Which of the statements given above is/are correct? fa) 1 only (b) 2 only fo) Both 1 and 2 = (d) Neither 1 nor 2 consider the following statements. 1, Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the Proliferation of some species of insects and mites, 2, Neem seeds are used in the manufacture of biofuels and hospital detergents. 3. Neem oil has applications in pharmaceutical industry. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (0) 3 only fe) 1 and 3 only (@) 1, 2end 3 65. Which one of the following is the ‘process involved in photosynthesis? (a) Potential energy is released to form free energy (b) Free energy is converted into potential energy and stored (o) Food is oxidized to release carbon dioxide and water () Oxygen is taken, and carbon dioxide and water vapour are given out66. In addition to fingerprint scanning, 68. Which of the following pairs is/are which of the following can be used correctly matched? in the biometric identification of a Spacecraft Purpose person? ‘ 1. Cassini-Huygens: Orbiting the 1. Iris scanning Venus and 2. Retinal scanning transmitting data to the 3. Voice recognition Barth Select the correct answer using the Messenger Mapping and ‘a below. investigating cone Geen the Mercury 3. Voyager 1 and 2: Exploring the (a) 1 only outer solar system (&) 2 and 3 only Sclect the correct answer using the () and 3 only code given below. (@) 1, 2and3 fa 1 only (} 2 and 3 only 67. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding vegetative (1 and 3 only propagation of plants? (a 1,2ana3 1. Vegetative propagation produces clonal population. 69. Consider the following pairs : 2. Vegetative propagation helps Region Well-known for in eliminating the virus, the production of 3. Vegetative propagation can be 1. Kinnaur Areca nut practiced most of the year. 2. Mewat Mango Select the correct answer using the 3. Coromandel Soya bean code given below. ; mi Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched? (a) 1 only fa) 1 and 2 only (6) 2 and 3 only (b) 3 only () 1 and 3 only () 1, 2and3 (@) 1,2 and 3 (a) None BLRVS-N-IVUA/S8A 3070. Which of the following is/are the example/examples of chemical change? 1. Crystallization of sodium chloride 2. Melting of ice 3. Souring of milk. Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only () 1,2 and 3 (d) None 71. The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the States falls under its (a} advisory jurisdiction (b) appellate jurisdiction (©) original jurisdiction (d)_ writ jurisdiction 72. Consider the following techniques/ phenomena 1. Budding and grafting in fruit plants ° 2. Cytoplasmic male sterility 3. Gene silencing Which of the above is/are used to create transgenic crops? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 () land 3 () None B-FVS-N-AVUA/S8A 32 74. Among the 73. Consider the following statements 1, Maize can be used for the production of starch. 2. Oil extracted from maize can be a feedstock for biodiesel. 3. Alcoholic beverages can be produced by using maize Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (2) 1 and 2 only () 2 and 3 only (a) 1, 2and 3 following organisms, which one does not belong to the class of other three? (a) Crab (b) Mite (6) Scorpion (a) Spider 78. The power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court of India is vested in (a) the President of india (b) the Parliament (co) the Chief Justice of India (a) the Law Commission76. Consider the following towns of India 1. Bhadrachalam 2. Chanderi 3. Kancheepuram 4. Kamal Which of the above are famous for the production of traditional sarees /fabric? (@) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (} 1, 2and3 (@) 1,3 and 4 77. Consider the following pairs : National Cities connected Highway 1, NH4 —: Chennai and Hyderabad 2. NH6 — : Mumbai and Kolkata NH 15: Ahmedabad and Jodhpur Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched? (a) 1 and 2 only () 3 only (9 1,2ana3 (a) None 78. Consider the following international agreements : 1, The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture 2. The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification 3. The World Heritage Convention B-FVS-N-IVUA/58A . Which of the above has/have a bearing on the biodiversity? (a) 1 and 2 only {b) 3 only () 1 and 3 only @ 1,2 and3 79. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Earth Hour’ : 1, It is an initiative of UNEP and UNESCO. 2. It is a movement in which the Participants switch off the lights for one hour on @ certain day every year. 3. It is a movement to raise the awareness about the climate change and the nced to save the planet. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only (¢) 2 and 3 only (a) 1,2end3 80. Which one of the following is the correct sequence of a food chain? (a) Diatoms-Crustaceans-Herrings (o) Crustaceans-Diatoms-Herrings (6) Diatoms-Herrings-Crustaceans (a) Crustaceans-Herrings-Diatoms81. The Partition of Bengal made by Lord Curzon in 1905 lasted until (a) the First World War when Indian troops were needed by the British and the partition was ended (b) King George V abrogated Curzon’s Act at the Royal Durbar in Delhi in 1911 () Gandhiji launched his Civil Disobedience Movement {d) the Partition of India in 1947 when East Bengal became East Pakistan 82, The 1929 Session of Indian National Congress is of significance in the history of the Freedom Movement + because the (a) attainment of Self-Government was declared as the objective of the Congress (®) attainment of Poorna Swaraj was adopted as the goal of the Congress (e) Non-Cooperation was launched Movement (a) decision to participate in the Round Table Conference in London was taken B-FVS-N-IVUA/S8A 36 83. With reference to Sattriya dance, following statements the consider famous the 1. Sattriya is a combination of music, dance and drama. 2. It is a centuries-old living tradition of Vaishnavites of Assam. 3. It is based on classical Ragas and Talas of devotional songs composed by Tulsidas, Kabir and Mirabai. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (a) 1 only (2) 1 and 2 only () 2 and 3 only (a) 1,2 and 3 84, Chaitra 1 of the national calendar based on the Saka Era corresponds to which one of the following dates of the Gregorian calendar in a normal year of 365 days? (a) 22nd March (or 21st March) (2) 15th May (or 16th May) (} 31st March (of 30th March) (a) 21st April (or 20th April)‘85. With reference to the Indian history 87. With of art and culture, consider the following pairs Famous work of sculpture 1. A grand image of Buddha’s Mehaparinirvana with numerous celestial musicians above and the sorrowful figures of his followers below 2. A huge image of Varaha Avatar (boar incarnation) of Vishnu, as he rescues Goddess Earth from the deep and chaotic waters, sculpted on rock 3, “Arjune’s Penance”/ “Descent of Ganga” sculpted on the surface of huge Site (a) 2 Ajanta ® : Mount Abu ( @ : Mamallapuram tra ference to India’s culture and ion, what is ‘Kalaripayattu’? It is an ancient Bhakti cult of Shaivism still prevalent in some parts of South India It is an ancient style bronze and brasswork still found in southern part of Coromandel area it is an ancient form of dance-drama and a_ living tradition in the northern part of Malabar It is an ancient martial art and a living tradition in some parts of South India 88. Consider the following pairs : boulders Which of the pairs given above 1 is/are correctly matched? (a) 1 and 2 only 2. (b) 3 only 3. () 1 and 3 only (@) 1,2 and 3 Garba Gujarat Mohiniattam Odisha Yakshagana Karnataka 86, The Ghadr (Ghadar) was a (a) revolutionary association of Indians with headquarters at San Francisco (6) nationalist organization operat- ing from Singapore (o) militant organization with headquarters at Berlin (4) communist movement for India’s freedom with head- quarters at Tashkent B-FVS-N-IVUA/88A, Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only () Land 3 only (@) 1,2 and 389. With reference to Buddhist history, 91. A community of people called tradition and culture in India, Manganiyars is well-known for their consider the following pairs : fa) martial arts in North-East Famous shrine Location India : () musical tradition in North-West 1, Tabo monastery: Spiti Valley India and temple complex (6) classical vocal music in South 2. Lhotsava Lhakhang : Zanskar Valley India temple, Nalco (a) pietra dura tradition in Central 3. Alchi temple + Ladakh India complex 92, What was/were the object/objects of Queen Victoria’s Proclamation (1858)? 1. To disclaim any intention to annex Indian States (@) 1 only 2. To place the Indian administra tion under the British Crown 3. To regulate East India fe) 1 and 3 only Company's trade with India Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? (o) 2 and 3 only Select the correct answer using the (@ 1, 2and3 code given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only 1. ‘Bijak’ is a composition of the fc) 1 and 3 only teachings of Saint Dadu Dayal. 90. Consider the following statements : (dj 1,2 end 3 2. The Philosophy of | Pushti Marg was propounded by 93, Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was Madhvacharya, (a) the mosque for the use of Royal Which of the statements given Family above is/are correct? fb) Akbar’s private prayer chamber (c) the hall in which Akbar held (a) 1 only discussions with scholars of (2 only various religions (d) the room in which the nobles (©) Both 1 and 2 belonging to different religions gathered to discuss religious (dj Neither 1 nor 2 affairs: B-FVS-N-IVUA/S8A. 4094, In the context of food and nutritional security of India, enhancing the 'Seed Replacement Rates’ of various crops helps in achieving the food production targets of the future. But what is/are the constraint/ constraints in its wider/greater implementation? 1, There is no National Seeds Policy in place. 2. There is no participation of private sector seed companies in the supply of quality seeds of vegetables and planting materials of horticultural crops. 3. There is a demand-supply gap regarding quality seeds in case of low value and high volume crops. Select the correct answer using the code given below. fa) 1 and 2 fb) 3 only () 2and3 (a) None 95. With reference to ‘Eco-Sensitive Zones’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1, Eco-Sensitive Zones are the areas that are declared under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, 2. ‘The purpose of the declaration of Eco-Sensitive Zones is to prohibit all kinds of human activities in those zones except agriculture, B-FVS-N-IVUA/S8A 42 Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 only () Both 1 and 2 (a) Neither 1 nor 2 96. Consider the following statements : 1, Animal Welfare Board of India is established under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. 2, National Tiger Conservation Authority is a statutory body. 3. National Ganga River Basin Authority is chaired by the Prime Minister. 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