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INSIGHTS ON INDIA MOCK PRELIMINARY EXAM - 2015
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1. Which of the following were NOT the

subjects of the prehistoric cave paintings?
1. Human activities
2. Geometric designs
3. Excavations
Choose the correct answer using the codes given
below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
Only 3
Only 2
None were the concerned subjects
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
4. Consider the following statements about

the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
1. It is an organ of United Nations (UN).
2. All members of the IMF do not have
equal say in its affairs.
3. It is also an infrastructural lending
financial institution.
Choose the correct answer using the codes below:
2. At places like Tekkalkota, in Karnataka

and Andhra Pradesh, rock paintings from
Neolithic age are often found. Which of
the following can be an appropriate
reason for it?
a) The population density of the
Neolithic man was one of the highest
in the region.
b) Granite rocks found in Karnataka and
AP are suitable for rock paintings.
c) Due to the rock structure of the region,
there was a lack of deep caves, so rock
paintings became abundant.
d) Paintings existed in other regions too,
but these regions were one of the most
excavated regions which made it
easier to find rock paintings
the Bhimbetka rock paintings.
1. It is found in Vindhya Hills.
2. These paintings do not cover sacred
and royal images.
3. Artistic themes were covered in these
paintings.

below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
2 only
1 and 3 only
5. International organizations and

cooperation is helpful because some
challenges transcend national boundaries.
For which of these challenges,
International cooperation is a must?
1. Preventing Cyber Crimes
2. Tackling Population explosion
3. Tackling Climate Change
4. Tackling epidemics
a)
b)
c)
d)
2 and 4 only
1 and 3 only
1, 3 and 4 only
All of the above
6. Which of the following are NOT the

principal organs of the United Nations
(UN)?
1. International Court of Justice
2. Economic and Social Council
3. WTO
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a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
1 and 3 only

the appointment of judges to the
International Court of Justice, Hague?
1. They are appointed for a term of five
years.
2. They are appointed solely by the
UNSC.
3. Veto in the UNSC is not applicable for
the appointment of these judges.
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
None of the above

the manner in which decisions are made
in the UN General Assembly (UNGA).
1. Each member state has one vote.
2. All decisions are passed by a twothirds majority.
3. Its decisions are not binding on all UN
members.
1. Its non-permanent members are

elected by the UNGA for a term of 2
years.
2. Its decision is binding on all UN
members.
3. Any expansion in the composition of
the UNSC will need the approval of
both the UNSC and UNGA.
a)
b)
c)
d)
10. Apart from the changed power relations

in the World, which of the following
arguments would force a revisit of the
composition of the UNSC?
1. The economies of Asia are growing at
an unprecedented rate.
2. A whole new set of challenges
confronts the world like climate
change, ethnic conflicts.
3. Democratic global governance is only
a logical extension of the spread of
democracy across the globe.
a)
b)
c)
d)

a)
b)
c)
d)
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above

the composition and working of the
United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
11. The World Bank is NOT mandated to

fund projects which fall in the ambit of
1. Disaster management
2. Environmental protection
3. Good governance
4. Rural public services
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a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 3
1, 2 and 3
3 and 4 only
All the above can be funded by WB
12. The World Trade Organisation (WTO) is

an international organisation which sets
the rules for global trade. Consider the
following statements about it.
1. All its decisions are taken
unanimously.
2. Major economic powers have a veto
power on the major decisions.
3. It can punish the member nations for
violation of trade rules.
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
13. Statues in which of the following

materials were NOT found at Harappan
sites?
1. Bronze
2. Silver
3. Terracotta
below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 only
1 and 3
3 only.
14. A technique called lost-wax technique

was practised by the the Harappans to
caste Bronze statues. Which of the
following was/were NOT a part of the
technique?
1. Coating of clay
2. Draining wax
3. Use of Iron beads

below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
3 only
1 only
2 only

the seals found at the Harappan sites.
1. Gold and ivory was also used for
making these seals.
2. Even Unicorn and Rhinoceros were
depicted on these seals.
3. The purpose of producing seals was
solely artistic.
below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
16. From archaeological finds it appears that

the people of the Indus Valley were
conscious of fashion. The use of which of
the following by them prompts towards
this proposition?
1. Different hairstyles and keeping of
beard
2. Use of cosmetics
3. Use of jewellery
below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
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1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above.
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17. Match the following traditional form of

murals with the states they are found in.
1. Pithoro Maharashtra
2. Warli Rajasthan
3. Mithila Uttar Pradesh
4. Nayaka paintings Tamil Nadu
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 4 only
4 only
1 and 3 only
18. The Vesar style of temples as an

independent style was created through
the selective mixing of which of the
following orders?
1. Nagara
2. Phamsana
3. Dravida
4. Valabhi
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 4 only
3 and 4 only
1 and 3 only
19. Consider the following depictions in

temple of Dashavtara Vishnu of Central
India.
1. Nara-Narayan Shows the discussion
between human soul and the eternal
divine.
2. Gajendramoksha Vishnus
discussion with the lord of elephants.
3. Rekha-Pasanda Vishnus
suppression of an asura who later
attains
moksha.
Which of the above associations are correct?
a) 1 and 2
b) 2 and 3
c) 1 only
d) All of the above
20. Consider the following about the Odisha

style of temples.
1. It is a sub-style of the Dravida order.
2. Khakra is one of the main architectural
orders associated with+ it.
3. The exterior of the temples are lavishly
carved, their interiors are generally
quite bare.
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
21. A unique form of architecture developed

in the hills of Kumaon, Garhwal,
Himachal and Kashmir in India with the
use of wooden architecture, pagoda
shapes etc. This can be attributed to the
influence of which of the following?
1. Gandhara school of art
2. Buddhist traditions
3. Hindu traditions
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
22. Which of the following are cited as

possible reasons for the Cuban Missile
Crisis, 1962?
1. Spread of capitalism in Cuba
2. Impending USA led invasion of Cuba
3. Installation of nuclear missiles in Cuba
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2. For getting locations to spy on the

other superpower
3. For military bases
4. Ideological spread

a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
23. Which of the following could have been

the possible effects and consequences of
the Cold war between USA and USSR?
1. Attempts by both superpowers to
promote their respective political and
economic ideologies
2. Nuclear arms proliferation in the
world
3. Formation of military alliances across
the globe
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
24. What were the possible advantages that

accrued to the smaller states that became
part of the power blocs formed by USA
and USSR during the Cold war?
1. Economic aid from superpowers
2. Military support
3. Greater voting rights in International
bodies
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above

a)
b)
c)
d)
26. Which of the following significant

events/actions were associated with the
Cold war in that period?
1. Truman Doctrine
2. Berlin Blockade
3. American intervention in Vietnam
4. Soviet intervention in Hungary
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 4
2 and 3
1, 3 and 4
All of the above
27. Culmination of which of the following

factors might possibly have led to the start
of the Non-Alignment Movement (NAM)?
1. Growing cold war tensions
2. The international entry of newly
decolonized African nations
3. The economic impact of the Second
World War
a)
b)
c)
d)
25. In the power blocs formed by the

superpowers, why were the smaller states
important to the superpowers?
1. For getting mineral resources
1 and 4
2 and 3
1, 3 and 4
All of the above
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1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
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28. The Non-Alignment Movement believed

in which of the following principles?
1. Isolationism from International
conflicts
2. Neutrality in International affairs
3. Equal opportunities for the economic
development of recently decolonized
nations
2. The Treaty of Friendship in 1971 with

the USSR for 20 years made India
virtually a member of the Soviet
Alliance system.
Choose the answer using the codes below.
a)
b)
c)
d)

a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
All of the above
29. During the Cold War, the idea of a New

International Economic Order (NIEO) as
proposed by the UNCTAD was
1. Giving the least developed countries
(LDCs) greater access to their own
natural resources.
2. Greater western market access for
LDCs
3. Providing the LDCs with a greater role
in the International institutions
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
None strengthens the proposition
31. Several arms control treaties were signed

during the Cold War. Which of these were
from amongst those?
1. Limited Test Ban treaty
2. Nuclear Non-Proliferation treaty
3. Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above

a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
All of the above
30. Critics allege Indias non-alignment as

unprincipled during the Cold War.
Which of the following arguments would
strengthen the proposition?
1. India refused to take a firm stand on
crucial international issues like
Russian intervention of
Afghanistan.
32. Which of these could NOT have been the

possible reasons for the breakdown of
Soviet Union?
1. A stagnant soviet economy
2. Authoritarian Soviet government
3. Coup in the communist party
a)
b)
c)
d)
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3 only
1 and 2 only
1 only
None of the options could be denied as
possible reasons.
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33. While reforms led by Soviet leader

Gorbachev were aimed at reforming the
Soviet Union, they also lead to the
breakdown of the Soviet Union. What
such reforms were introduced by
Gorbachev after 1985?
1. Freedom to the media
2. Making Soviet Communist party more
democratic
3. Allowing small private industries to
operate
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
34. The consequences of the breakdown of

Soviet Union had global proportions.
Which of the following could have been
the possible consequences?
1. End of cold war confrontations
2. Emergence of new countries in Europe
3. Shift in the balance of power in the
world
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
35. The model of transition in Russia, Central

Asia and east Europe that was influenced
by the World Bank and the IMF after the
breakdown of the Soviet Union came to be
known as shock therapy. It included
1. Collective farms were replaced by
private farming and capitalism in
agriculture.
2. Privatisation of state assets.
3. Break up of the existing trade alliances

among the countries of the Soviet
bloc
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
36. In 2003, the US launched its invasion of

Iraq under the codename Operation Iraqi
Freedom. It was intended to
1. Prevent Iraq from developing
Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD)
2. Contain the anti-democratic uprising
in Iraq
3. Protect Iraq from the attacks by the
neighbouring Gulf States
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 only
All of the above
37. The USA has had a hegemonic position in

the international sphere since the end of
Cold War especially by exercising its
military influence. However, its
hegemonic power is subject to some
constraints. These may be
1. American Mass Media and Civil
Society
2. The moderating influence of NATO
3. Permanent members of the UNSC
a)
b)
c)
d)
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1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
All of the above
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38. In what ways had the Indian government

involved itself in the problem of Sri
Lankan Tamils in Sri Lanka since the
origin of the problem?
1. Deploying Indian Peace Keeping
forces in SL
2. Pushing SL diplomatically on the 13th
amendment to its constitution
3. Taking up housing projects in war
torn areas
41. Nepal and India enjoy a very special

relationship that has very few parallels in
the world due to the Indo-Nepal Treaty of
friendship 1950. It includes
1. Porous borders
2. Work permit for Nepali nationals in
India
3. Allowing Nepali nations to acquire
land in India

a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
39. The conflicts between India and Pakistan

in 1948 and 1965 were possibly rooted in
the
1. Status of Kashmir
2. Status of Bangladesh
3. Control of the Siachen glacier
a)
b)
c)
d)
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
40. India and Pakistan are not in agreement

over the demarcation line in Sir Creek in
the Rann of Kutch. It is important for both
the nations because of
a) control of sea resources in the area
adjoining Sir Creek
b) its implications for the Indus water
treaty
c) the possibilities of effective
coordination over containing marine
piracy
d) the need to contain terrorism across
the sea lanes of communication
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
42. Lomus rishi caves are historically

important caves found at Barabar hills.
Consider the following statements about
it.
1. They are rock-cut caves found in
Gaya.
2. The cave was patronised by Ashoka
for the Ajivika sect.
3. The facade of the cave is decorated
with the semicircular chaitya arch as
the entrance.
below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above

the Lion capital, Sarnath.
1. It was built in commemoration of the
historical event of the first sermon by
the Buddha at Sarnath.
2. It was discovered in the Medieval
period.
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3. The wheel inscribed in the Lion capital

is the Dharmachakra.
below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
3. Its influence spread to Northern India

too.
below:
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
44. During the early phase of Buddhism,

Buddha is depicted symbolically through
footprints, stupas, lotus throne, chakra,
etc. This was because
a) Buddha had discouraged his
representation in any human form.
b) Buddhism was influenced from
particular practices from Hinduism.
c) These showed his Mahaparinirvana.
d) Construction of such symbols were
patronized by the Mauryan rulers
a)
b)
c)
d)

the Gandhara school of art.
1. Images of Vaishnava and Shaiva are
also depicted alongwith the images of
Buddha.
2. Stupa sculpture was also a part of it.
3. It was developed owing to local
conditions only.
below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
45. Which of the following were NOT

depicted in Buddhist stupas?
1. Jatakas
2. Toranas
3. Paradakshas
below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
3 only
1 only
2 only
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
48. In South India, Buddhist monuments can

be found in these locations
1. Nagarjunkonda
2. Jagayyapetta
3. Amaravati
4. Goli
below:

the Mathura school of art.
1. Buddha was depicted in human form.
2. It was a confluence of the Bactrian and
local Mathura tradition.
a)
b)
c)
d)
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2 and 3
1, 3 and 4
1 and 4
All of the above.
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49. Boddhisattva images were added as a part

of the personified representations of
certain virtues or qualities as propagated
by the Buddhist religious principles for
the welfare of the masses with the rise of
a) Mahayana Buddism
b) Vajrayana Buddhism
c) Gandhara School of art
d) Mathura school of art
50. Consider the following statements.

1. In Karla, the biggest rock-cut chaitya
hall was excavated.
2. Junnar has the largest Buddhist cave
excavations.
3. Roof Chaitya halls are found at Ajanta.
below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
51. Consider the following sculptures, images

and idols depicted.
1. It contains a Buddhist sculpture seated
in a chaitya hall.
2. Idol sculpture of Gajasur Shiva is
found there.
3. Ravana shaking Mount Kailash is also
depicted alongwith other Vaishnavite
themes.
Which of the above are found in Ellora caves?
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above.

Elephanta caves located near Mumbai.
1. The entrance to Elephanta caves is
guarded by huge pillars.
2. It is a rock-cut cave.
3. Originally a Buddhist site, it came to
be dominated by the Shaivite faith.
Choose the correct answer using the codes below.
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above.
53. The International Atomic Energy Agency

(IAEA) was established in 1957. It has
been in news frequently. Consider the
1. It is associated with the UN.
2. It seeks to prevent countries from
using any form of nuclear energy.
3. Nations which have signed the NonProliferation Treaty (NPT) are
required to allow regular inspections
by the IAEA.
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
54. Consider the following statements.

1. The members of the General Assembly
are automatically the members of all
other principal organs and specialised
agencies of the UN.
2. The UN Secretary-General can veto
the decision of the UN General
assembly when the decision goes
against international public interest.
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3. One veto can stall a Security Council

resolution.
a)
b)
c)
d)
Which of the above are correct?

a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
3 only
55. Global Commons are areas or regions of

the world which are located outside the
sovereign jurisdiction of any one state,
and therefore require common
governance by the international
community. Which of the following are
related to managing the Global
Commons?
1. Montreal Protocol
2. 1991 Antarctic Environment protocol
3. Kyoto Protocol
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
57. When we say India and China have

agreed on implementing some Confidence
Building measures (CBMs), we essentially
mean that
a) They have agreed for a total cease fire
across the international borders
b) They have agreed to improve the
relations between the armed personnel
of both countries across the borders
c) They have agreed to exchange
information on defence matters
between them on a regular basis
d) They have agreed to halt down
military modernization drives across
the border

a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
56. Antarctica is a global common. In what

ways is Antarctica important to the
mankind?
1. It plays an important role in
maintaining climatic equilibrium as it
holds more than 90% of the terrestrial
ice.
2. Its deep ice cores provide an
important source of information about
greenhouse gas concentrations.
3. Its melting will provide an alternative
route of global trade.
58. Consider the following statements

1. The Permanent Settlement system was
introduced by the British to encourage
investment in agriculture
2. The British expected the Permanent
Settlement system would help the
emergence of a class of yeomen
farmers who would be loyal to the
Company
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 only
2 Only
Both
None
Which of the above are correct?

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59. In the early decades after the Permanent

Settlement, zamindars regularly failed to
pay the revenue demand and unpaid
balances accumulated. Consider the
following reasons:
1. The revenue demand was very high
from the British
2. The revenue was invariable, regardless
of the harvest, and had to be paid
punctually
3. Zamindars lost their power to organise
local justice and the local police
a)
b)
c)
d)
2 and 3 Only
3 and 1 Only
1 and 2 Only
All
60. With reference to jotedars who emerged

during the Permanent Settlement days in
Bengal, consider the following statements
1. The power of jotedars was more
effective than that of zamindars in
whole of Bengal
2. Like zamindars who often lived in
urban areas, jotedars were also located
in the urban regions
a)
b)
c)
d)
2 Only
1 Only
None
Both
b) They raided the plains where settled

agriculturists lived during the years of
scarcity
c) Only option a is correct
d) Both a and b are correct

1. This country is home
to Escondida, which is the largest
copper mine in the world, producing
over 5% of global supplies
2. This country has Bolivia to the
northeast and the Drake Passage in the
far south
The above description refers to which of the
following countries?
a)
b)
c)
d)
Peru
Chile
Argentina
Venezuela
63. Recently the World Health Organization

allowed the use of meningitis vaccine
MenAfriVac on infants in Africa. Consider
the following statements with reference to
this vaccine
1. It is manufactured by the Serum
Institute of India Ltd
2. It is used to treat Measles and
Nephrotic Syndrome among children
a)
b)
c)
d)
61. In the 1770s the British embarked on a

brutal policy of extermination, hunting the
Paharias down and killing them.
Regarding these Paharis, which of the
following statements is correct?
a) They were hill folks who lived around
the Rajmahal hills
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1 Only
2 Only
Both
None
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64. With reference to Waves and Wave

Energy consider the following statements
1. Waves are generated by wind passing
over the surface of the sea
2. Wave energy is nothing but Tidal
energy which are basically same
3. Production of wave energy has zero
environmental impact
a) 1 and 2 Only
b) 3 and 2 Only
c) 1 and 3 Only
d) 1 Only
65. With reference to Blackbuck, consider the
following statements
1. It is classified as near
threatened by IUCN since 2003
2. The blackbuck is the only living
species of the genus Antilope
3. Blackbuck National Park at Velavadar
near Jaipur in Rajasthan is home to
largest number of Blackbucks in India
Which of the above is/are correct?
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 Only
1 and 2 Only
1 and 3 Only
2 and 3 Only
66. With reference to Masais, consider the

1. They are ethnic group of seminomadic people inhabiting southern
Kenya and northern Tanzania
2. They are primarily cattle herders and
all of their needs for food are met by
their cattle
a) 1 Only
b) 2 Only
c) Both
d) None
67. Recently the Prime Minister of India

described the LED bulb as a Prakash
Path way to light. Why LED bulbs
are encouraged over incandescent and
fluorescent bulbs? Consider the following
statements:
1. LED lamps have a lifespan and
electrical efficiency that is several
times better than incandescent lamps,
and significantly better than most
fluorescent lamps
2. LEDs come to full brightness without
need for a warm-up time and consume
less power
3. LED lamps are insensitive to excessive
heat
a)
b)
c)
d)
All
3 and 2 Only
1 and 2 Only
3 and 1 Only
68. With reference to Santhals, consider the

1. They are the largest tribe in India to
retain a good language to the present
day
2. They are the largest tribal community
in India
3. They originally resided peacefully in
the hilly districts
of Mayurbhanj Chhotanagpur,
Palamau, Hazaribagh, but the British
policies pushed them towards
Rajmahal Hills
a)
b)
c)
d)
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3 and 2 Only
All
1 and 2 Only
1 and 3 Only
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69. With reference to water storage capacity

in India and the functions of Central
Water Commission, consider the
1. Central Water Commission monitors
live storage status of 85 important
reservoirs of the country on weekly
basis
2. The total storage capacity of these 85
reservoirs is about 61% of the storage
capacity of 253.388 BCM which is
estimated to have been created in the
country
3. Among these 85 reservoirs, the Central
region under which Uttar Pradesh,
Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh and
Chhattisgarh come has more
reservoirs compared to other regions
a)
b)
c)
d)

a)
b)
c)
d)
72. Recently the government announced that

it has taken steps to encourage production
and availability of fortified and Neem
coated urea in the country. This is because
1. Neem coated urea reduces Nitrogen
loss by more than 10%
2. Neem coated urea will not only
increase crop yields but also lower
input cost to farmers
3. Its use will eliminate import of urea
resulting in huge foreign exchange
savings
1 and 3 Only
3 and 2 Only
All
1 and 2 Only
70. When the American Civil War broke out

in 1861, it had profound effect on cotton
growers in India. The cotton exports from
India
a) Increased
b) Decreased
c) Completely stopped
d) None of the above
71. With reference to Sepoy Mutiny of 1857,
consider the following statements
1. Proclamations were put up only in
Hindi (to reach common man) in the
cities calling upon the population,
both Hindus and Muslims, to unite,
rise and exterminate the firangis
2. Moneylenders and the rich were the
targets of common man who joined
the rebellion
1 Only
Both
2 Only
None
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 3 Only
3 Only
2 and 3 Only
All
73. Which of the following leaders was/were

part of the 1857 Sepoy Mutiny?
1. Gonoo
2. Shah Mal
3. Birjis Qadr
4. Kunwar Singh
5. Nana Sahib
Choose the correct answer using the codes below
a)
b)
c)
d)
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1,2 and 3
4 and 5
1,2, 4 and 5
All
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74. With reference to Indian citizenship and

related laws, consider the following
statements
1. At present two year continuous stay
in India is mandatory for Indian
Citizenship
2. The Indian Citizenship Act, 1955
provides for acquisition, termination,
deprivation, determination of Indian
Citizenship and other related aspects
3. Under the Citizenship act, a minor,
whose parents are Indian Citizens can
register as Overseas Citizen of India
(OCI)
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 Only
1 and 2 Only
1 and 3 Only
2 and 3 Only
75. With reference to Japanese Encephalitis,

1. It is transmitted to humans through
bites from infected mosquitoes of
the Culex species
2. Domestic pigs and wild birds (herons)
are reservoirs of the virus
3. There is no cure for the disease.
Treatment is focused on relieving
severe clinical signs and supporting
the patient to overcome the infection
a)
b)
c)
d)
All
2 and 3 Only
1 and 3 Only
1 and 2 Only
76. With reference to events that took place

after Gandhiji returned from South Africa,
1. On Tilaks advice, Gandhiji spent a
year travelling around British India,
getting to know the land and its

peoples
2. His first major public appearance was
at the opening of the Banaras Hindu
University (BHU) in February 1916
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 Only
None
Both
2 Only
77. Which of the following countries have

been severely affected socio-economically
due to the Ebola infection?
a) Liberia and Sierra Leone
b) Liberia and Nigeria
c) Sierra Leone and Chad
d) Liberia and Democratic Republic of
Congo
78. Recently Idukki district of Kerala became

the first in India to be connected with high
speed rural broadband. Idukki is also
famous for
a) Location of Anamudi, the highest peak
in India south of the Himalayas
b) Location Idukki Dam - Asia's largest
Arch Dam
c) Both a and b
d) Only b
79. With reference to Swami Vivekananda,
1. He founded the Ramakrishna
Math and the Ramakrishna Mission
2. Every year in India, his birthday is
celebrated there as National Youth
Day
3. He contributed to the concept of
nationalism in colonial India
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a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 Only
2 and 3 Only
1 and 3 Only
All
80. Union Ministry of Agricultures Bringing

Green Revolution to Eastern India
(BGREI) programme was not launched in
which of the following states?
a) Assam
b) Bihar
c) West Bengal
d) Arunachal Pradesh
81. Which of the following is NOT one of the
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)?
1. To combat HIV/AIDS, malaria, and
other diseases
2. To develop a global partnership for
development
3. To ensure environmental
sustainability
4. To achieve universal healthcare for all
Choose the answer using the codes below
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 Only
2 Only
2 and 4 Only
4 Only

1. Jinnah called for a Direct Action Day
to press the Leagues demand for
a) Both
b) None
c) 2 Only
d) 1 Only
83. Which among the following statements is
NOT correct about the contemporary
world order?
1. There is an absence of world
government, which could regulate a
States
behaviour.
2. States, which violate international law,
are severely punished by the UN.
3. The UNSC operates on democratic
principles of equity and fairness.
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 only
All of the above

the European Union.
1. It has its own constitution and a
Parliament.
2. It is a free trade area.
3. Its share of world trade is larger than
that of the USA.
4. It has a common currency.
Pakistan after Cabinet Mission
a)
b)
c)
d)
initiated dialogue between the

Congress and the League failed
2. In 1945, a Conservative government
came to power in Britain and
1 and 2 only
2, 3 and 4 only
2 and 4 only
3 and 4 only
committed itself to granting

independence to India
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85. China followed its own path in

introducing a market economy and
modernization programs step by step after
the 1970s. Consider the following
statements about it.
1. It introduced Special Economic Zones
(SEZs) before India did.
2. It did not focus on agricultural
modernization.
3. It did not rely on foreign investments.
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 only
1 and 3 only
86. Which of the following religious and

social movements in the Gangetic valley
form part of the Shraman tradition?
1. Jainism
2. Vaishnavism
3. Bhakti movement
4. Buddhism
below:
a)
b)
c)
d)
a)
b)
c)
d)
88. According to the narrative, there is a

dialogue between the Buddha and Mara,
Buddha is shown his right hand inclining
towards showing
a) Mara that his place belongs to the
earth and he must dissolve in it.
b) Earth as a witness to his generosity.
c) that the Earth will be his final place of
dissolution.
d) that he has conquered Mara
89. India has a rich tradition of Mural
paintings. Which of the following scenes
have been depicted in the mural
traditions?
1. Shiva chasing the boara scene from
Kiratarjuniya, Lepaksh temple
2. Shiva killing Tripuraasura, Thanjavoor
3. Chola king Rajaraja and court poet
Karuvar Dever, Thanjavoor
a)
b)
c)
d)
2 and 3
1, 3 and 4
1 and 4
All of the above.
87. Which of the following were the salient

features of the pillars constructed during
the Mauryan era?
1. They were rock-cut pillars.
2. They carried social and religious
messages.
3. The top portion of the pillar was
carved with capital figures like Bull
and elephant.
below:
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above.
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above.
90. Badami is a famous mural painting site in

the state of Karnataka. Consider the
1. The excavation of the Badami caves
was patronized by Chalukyas.
2. The cave is popularly known as
Vishnu cave.
3. Indra and his retinue are also painted
in the cave.
Choose the correct answer using the codes
below.
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a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
All of the above
91. Chola paintings can NOT be found at

which of these places?
1. Gangaikonda temple
2. Thiruanathpuram
3. Brihdeshwara temple
4. Nartamalai
a)
b)
c)
d)
Only 2
1 and 4
1 and 3
2 and 4
92. Kerala painters (during the period from

the sixteenth to the eighteenth century)
evolved a pictorial language and
technique of their own. Consider the
following about Kerala murals.
1. They adopted certain stylistic elements
from Nayaka and Vijayanagara
schools.
2. Paintings were also shown in threedimensionality.
3. Most of the narrations in them are
based on those episodes from Hindu
mythology which were popular in
Kerala.
a) 1 and 2
b) 2 and 3
c) 1 and 3
d) All of the above
93. Which of the following factors could have
been responsible for the India-China
conflict of 1962?
1. Chinese takeover of Tibet in 1950
2. Competing territorial claims in the
Ladakh region
3. Chinese support to Pakistani army

a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
94. Governors rule has been imposed in the

state of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K)
recently. Consider the following
statements about Governors rule.
1. It is applicable as per the Indian
constitution.
2. It can be imposed only after the
consent of the President.
3. This is the first time Governors rule
has been imposed in J&K.
a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
95. As per the recent amendment in the

Citizenship Act, 1955 the PIOs will get
which of the following benefits?
1. Exemption from appearing before the
local police station after every visit
2. Life-long Indian visa facility
3. Acquire property in India with more
flexibility
a)
b)
c)
d)
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1 and 2 only
3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
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96. The recently launched ICICI Banks

Digital Village Project involves
1. Digitised school teaching
2. Cashless banking for the village
3. E-health projects for the village
3. Allow government to reduce its stake

in Coal PSUs lower than the statutory
mandates
a)
b)
c)
d)

a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
97. Countries across the world are gradually

beginning to accept styrofoam (the
material most widely used to make
disposable cups and plates) as a serious
hazard to the environment. Why?
1. Hot foods and liquids actually start a
partial breakdown of the Styrofoam
becoming a toxin
2. It is non bio-degradable
3. It has been found to cause cancer in
animals
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
99. ASEAN is seen as a major balancer in the

power relations in the World. The
ASEAN Way is called as an important
feature of ASEAN. It is?
a) The collective defence policy followed
by the ASEAN members
b) Reflects the life style and culture of the
ASEAN members
c) A form of interaction among ASEAN
members which is informal and
cooperative
d) The economic corridors being
developed by ASEAN

a)
b)
c)
d)
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
All of the above
98. The government has recently cleared an

ordinance for amendments to the Mines
and Minerals Act. This will
1. Allow MNCs to directly bid for
mineral resources in India
2. Provide for a District Mineral Fund to
be used for rehabilitation
100.
Which of the following countries
have experienced both civilian and
military rulers despite being a democracy
presently?
1. Pakistan
2. Nepal
3. Bangladesh
4. Sri Lanka
a)
b)
c)
d)
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2 and 4 only
1 and 3 only
1, 3 and 4 only
All of the above
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INSIGHTS ON INDIA MOCK TEST - 12

Maximum Marks: 200

1. Which of the following were NOT the

4. Consider the following statements about

2. At places like Tekkalkota, in Karnataka

Choose the correct answer using the codes given

5. International organizations and

6. Which of the following are NOT the

7. Consider the following statements about

8. Consider the following statements about

1. Its non-permanent members are

10. Apart from the changed power relations

Choose the correct answer using the codes below:

9. Consider the following statements about

11. The World Bank is NOT mandated to

12. The World Trade Organisation (WTO) is

13. Statues in which of the following

14. A technique called lost-wax technique

Choose the correct answer using the codes given

15. Consider the following statements about

16. From archaeological finds it appears that

17. Match the following traditional form of

18. The Vesar style of temples as an

19. Consider the following depictions in

20. Consider the following about the Odisha

21. A unique form of architecture developed

22. Which of the following are cited as

2. For getting locations to spy on the

Choose the correct answer using the codes below:

23. Which of the following could have been

24. What were the possible advantages that

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26. Which of the following significant

27. Culmination of which of the following

25. In the power blocs formed by the

28. The Non-Alignment Movement believed

2. The Treaty of Friendship in 1971 with

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29. During the Cold War, the idea of a New

31. Several arms control treaties were signed

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30. Critics allege Indias non-alignment as

32. Which of these could NOT have been the

33. While reforms led by Soviet leader

34. The consequences of the breakdown of

35. The model of transition in Russia, Central

3. Break up of the existing trade alliances

36. In 2003, the US launched its invasion of

37. The USA has had a hegemonic position in

38. In what ways had the Indian government

41. Nepal and India enjoy a very special

Choose the correct answer using the codes below:

39. The conflicts between India and Pakistan

40. India and Pakistan are not in agreement

42. Lomus rishi caves are historically

43. Consider the following statements about

3. The wheel inscribed in the Lion capital

3. Its influence spread to Northern India

44. During the early phase of Buddhism,

47. Consider the following statements about

45. Which of the following were NOT

48. In South India, Buddhist monuments can

46. Consider the following statements about