UPSC Prelims 2016 Previous Year Questions with Answers and Explanations
100 questions from the UPSC Prelims 2016 General Studies Paper I, each with the correct answer, a full explanation, why every option is right or wrong, and named sources.
- Q1 · Indian Polity: Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. A Bill pending in the Lok Sabha lapses on its prorogation. 2. A Bill pending in the…
- Q2 · Current Affairs: Which of the following is/are the indicator/indicators used by IFPRI to compute the Global Hunger Index Report? 1. Undernourishment 2.…
- Q3 · Indian Economy: There has been a persistent deficit budget year after year. Which action/actions of the following can be taken by the Government to reduce…
- Q4 · Indian Economy: The establishment of ‘Payment Banks’ is being allowed in India to promote financial inclusion. Which of the following statements is/are…
- Q5 · Science & Technology: With reference to ‘LiFi’, recently in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It uses light as the medium for high…
- Q6 · Environment & Ecology: The term 'Intended Nationally Determined Contributions' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
- Q7 · Indian Economy: Which one of the following is a purpose of 'UDAY', a scheme of the Government?
- Q8 · Indian Economy: With reference to 'IFC Masala Bonds', sometimes seen in the news, which of the statements given below is/are correct? 1. The International…
- Q9 · Medieval History: Regarding the taxation system of Krishna Deva, the ruler of Vijayanagar, consider the following statements: 1. The tax rate on land was…
- Q10 · Art & Culture: Which one of the following books of ancient India has the love story of the son of the founder of Sunga dynasty?
- Q11 · Indian Economy: In the context of which of the following do you sometimes find the terms 'amber box', 'blue box' and 'green box' in the news?
- Q12 · Indian Economy: Which of the following is/are included in the capital budget of the Government of India? 1. Expenditure on acquisition of assets like…
- Q13 · Environment & Ecology: What is/are the importance/importances of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification? 1. It aims to promote effective action…
- Q14 · Indian Economy: Recently, which one of the following currencies has been proposed to be added to the basket of IMF's SDR?
- Q15 · Indian Economy: With reference to the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), consider the following statements: 1. IMFC discusses matters…
- Q16 · Current Affairs: 'Rashtriya Garima Abhiyaan' is a national campaign to
- Q17 · Medieval History: With reference to the cultural history of medieval India, consider the following statements: 1. Siddhas (Sittars) of Tamil region were…
- Q18 · Indian Economy: Which of the following best describes the term “import cover”, sometimes seen in the news?
- Q19 · Current Affairs: Consider the following pairs: Community sometimes mentioned in the news - In the affairs of 1. Kurd - Bangladesh 2. Madhesi - Nepal 3.…
- Q20 · Current Affairs: With reference to “Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)”, consider the following statements: 1. It is an…
- Q21 · Indian Economy: With reference to ‘Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana’, consider the following statements: 1. Under this scheme, farmers will have to pay a…
- Q22 · Environment & Ecology: In which of the following regions of India are you “most likely” to come across the ‘Great Indian Hornbill’ in its natural habitat?
- Q23 · Environment & Ecology: Which of the following are the key features of ‘National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA)’? 1. River basin is the unit of planning and…
- Q24 · Indian Economy: Why does the Government of India promote the use of ‘Neem - coated Urea’ in agriculture?
- Q25 · Indian Polity: Consider the following statements: 1. The Chief Secretary in a State is appointed by the Governor of that State. 2. The Chief Secretary in…
- Q26 · Indian Economy: With reference to ‘Stand Up India Scheme’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Its purpose is to promote entrepreneurship…
- Q27 · Environment & Ecology: The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems. What is the…
- Q28 · Geography: Which of the following is/are tributary/tributaries of Brahmaputra? 1. Dibang 2. Kameng 3. Lohit Select the correct answer using the code…
- Q29 · Indian Economy: The term 'Core Banking Solutions' is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following statements best describes/describe this term? 1.…
- Q30 · Environment & Ecology: Consider the following pairs: Terms sometimes seen in the news - Their origin 1. Annex - I Countries : Cartagena Protocol 2. Certified…
- Q31 · Science & Technology: In the context of the developments in Bioinformatics, the term 'transcriptome', sometimes seen in the news, refers to
- Q32 · Current Affairs: 'Mission Indradhanush' launched by the Government of India pertains to
- Q33 · Environment & Ecology: Which of the following best describes/describe the aim of 'Green India Mission' of the Government of India? 1. Incorporating environmental…
- Q34 · Science & Technology: With reference to pre - packaged items in India, it is mandatory to the manufacturer to put which of the following information on the main…
- Q35 · Science & Technology: 'Project Loon', sometimes seen in the news, is related to
- Q36 · Environment & Ecology: 'Net metering' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of promoting the
- Q37 · Indian Economy: India's ranking in the 'Ease of Doing Business Index' is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following has declared that ranking?
- Q38 · Medieval History: Banjaras during the medieval period of Indian history were generally
- Q39 · Ancient History: Who of the following had first deciphered the edicts of Emperor Ashoka?
- Q40 · Indian Polity: With reference to the 'Gram Nyayalaya Act', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. As per the Act, Gram Nyayalayas can hear…
- Q41 · Current Affairs: With reference to the 'Trans - Pacific Partnership', consider the following statements: 1. It is an agreement among all the Pacific Rim…
- Q42 · Current Affairs: Consider the following statements: The India - Africa Summit 1. Held in 2015 was the third such Summit 2. Was actually initiated by…
- Q43 · Indian Economy: What is/are the purpose/purposes of the 'Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR)' announced by RBI? 1. These guidelines help…
- Q44 · Environment & Ecology: What is/are unique about 'Kharai camel', a breed found in India? 1. It is capable of swimming up to three kilometres in seawater. 2. It…
- Q45 · Environment & Ecology: Recently, our scientists have discovered a new and distinct species of banana plant which attains a height of about 11 metres and has…
- Q46 · Science & Technology: Which one of the following is the best description of 'INS Astradharini', that was in the news recently?
- Q47 · Science & Technology: What is 'Greased Lightning - 10 (GL - 10)', recently in the news?
- Q48 · Indian Economy: With reference to 'Initiative for Nutritional Security through Intensive Millets Promotion', which of the following statements is/are…
- Q49 · Modern History: The 'Swadeshi' and 'Boycott' were adopted as methods of struggle for the first time during the
- Q50 · Art & Culture: With reference to the religious history of India, consider the following statements: 1. The concept of Bodhisattva is central to Hinayana…
- Q51 · Current Affairs: 'Doctors Without Borders (Medecins Sans Frontieres)', often in the news, is
- Q52 · Environment & Ecology: With reference to an initiative called 'The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)', which of the following statements is/are…
- Q53 · Environment & Ecology: With reference to 'Red Sanders', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements: 1. It is a tree species found in a part of…
- Q54 · Environment & Ecology: Which of the following statements is/are correct? Proper design and effective implementation of UN - REDD+ Programme can significantly…
- Q55 · Environment & Ecology: What is 'Greenhouse Gas Protocol'?
- Q56 · Indian Economy: With reference to 'Financial Stability and Development Council', consider the following statements: 1. It is an organ of NITI Aayog. 2. It…
- Q57 · Environment & Ecology: With reference to 'Agenda 21', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements: 1. It is a global action plan for…
- Q58 · Modern History: Satya Shodhak Samaj organized
- Q59 · Science & Technology: Which of the following statements is/are correct? Viruses can infect 1. Bacteria 2. Fungi 3. Plants Select the correct answer using the…
- Q60 · Indian Economy: The term 'Base Erosion and Profit Shifting' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
- Q61 · Indian Economy: Recently, India's first 'National Investment and Manufacturing Zone' was proposed to be set up in
- Q62 · Indian Economy: What is/are the purpose/purposes of 'District Mineral Foundations' in India? 1. Promoting mineral exploration activities in mineral - rich…
- Q63 · Science & Technology: 'SWAYAM', an initiative of the Government of India, aims at
- Q64 · Modern History: The Montague - Chelmsford Proposals were related to
- Q65 · Art & Culture: What is/are common to the two historical places known as Ajanta and Mahabalipuram? 1. Both were built in the same period. 2. Both belong…
- Q66 · Science & Technology: With reference to 'Bitcoins', sometimes seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Bitcoins are tracked by the…
- Q67 · Indian Economy: Consider the following statements: 1. New Development Bank has been set up by APEC. 2. The headquarters of New Development Bank is in…
- Q68 · Environment & Ecology: 'Gadgil Committee Report' and 'Kasturirangan Committee Report', sometimes seen in the news, are related to
- Q69 · Modern History: Consider the following: 1. Calcutta Unitarian Committee 2. Tabernacle of New Dispensation 3. Indian Reform Association Keshab Chandra Sen…
- Q70 · Current Affairs: Which of the following is not a member of 'Gulf Cooperation Council'?
- Q71 · Indian Economy: What is/are the purpose/purposes of Government's 'Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme' and 'Gold Monetization Scheme'? 1. To bring the idle gold…
- Q72 · Current Affairs: 'Belt and Road Initiative' is sometimes mentioned in the news in the context of the affairs of
- Q73 · Indian Economy: Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana is aimed at
- Q74 · Geography: In which of the following regions of India are shale gas resources found? 1. Cambay Basin 2. Cauvery Basin 3. Krishna - Godavari Basin…
- Q75 · Indian Economy: 'Global Financial Stability Report' is prepared by the
- Q76 · Indian Economy: Regarding ‘Atal Pension Yojana’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a minimum guaranteed pension scheme mainly…
- Q77 · Indian Economy: The term ‘Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership’ often appears in the news in the context of the affairs of a group of countries…
- Q78 · Environment & Ecology: On which of the following can you find the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Star Label? 1. Ceiling fans 2. Electric geysers 3. Tubular…
- Q79 · Science & Technology: India is an important member of the ‘International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor’. If this experiment succeeds, what is the immediate…
- Q80 · Medieval History: In the context of the history of India, consider the following pairs: Term - Description 1. Eripatti : Land, revenue from which was set…
- Q81 · Environment & Ecology: Consider the following statements: 1. The International Solar Alliance was launched at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in…
- Q82 · Current Affairs: ‘European Stability Mechanism’, sometimes seen in the news, is an
- Q83 · Geography: Which of the following is/are the advantage/advantages of practising drip irrigation? 1. Reduction in weed 2. Reduction in soil salinity…
- Q84 · Science & Technology: Regarding ‘DigiLocker’, sometimes seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a digital locker system…
- Q85 · Geography: Recently, linking of which of the following rivers was undertaken?
- Q86 · Environment & Ecology: In the cities of our country, which among the following atmospheric gases are normally considered in calculating the value of Air Quality…
- Q87 · Science & Technology: With reference to ‘Astrosat’, the astronomical observatory launched by India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Other…
- Q88 · Medieval History: With reference to the economic history of medieval India, the term ‘Araghatta’ refers to
- Q89 · Art & Culture: With reference to the cultural history of India, the memorizing of chronicles, dynastic histories and epic tales was the profession of who…
- Q90 · Environment & Ecology: Recently, for the first time in our country, which of the following States has declared a particular butterfly as ‘State Butterfly’?
- Q91 · Science & Technology: Consider the following statements: The Mangalyaan launched by ISRO 1. Is also called the Mars Orbiter Mission 2. Made India the second…
- Q92 · Modern History: What was the main reason for the split in the Indian National Congress at Surat in 1907?
- Q93 · Modern History: The plan of Sir Stafford Cripps envisaged that after the Second World War
- Q94 · Geography: Consider the following pairs: Famous place : Region 1. Bodhgaya : Baghelkhand 2. Khajuraho : Bundelkhand 3. Shirdi : Vidarbha 4. Nasik…
- Q95 · Indian Polity: The Parliament of India acquires the power to legislate on any item in the State List in the national interest if a resolution to that…
- Q96 · Geography: Recently, which of the following States has explored the possibility of constructing an artificial inland port to be connected to sea by a…
- Q97 · Environment & Ecology: With reference to the Agreement at the UNFCCC Meeting in Paris in 2015, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The Agreement…
- Q98 · Environment & Ecology: Consider the following statements: 1. The Sustainable Development Goals were first proposed in 1972 by a global think tank called the…
- Q99 · Art & Culture: A recent movie titled The Man Who Knew Infinity is based on the biography of
- Q100 · Indian Polity: Consider the following statements: 1. The minimum age prescribed for any person to be a member of a Panchayat is 25 years. 2. A Panchayat…
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