Mains - GS Paper 3

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Mains - GS Paper 3 MCQ & Objective Questions

Mains - GS Paper 3 is a crucial component in various competitive exams, including CBSE and State Boards. Understanding its concepts and practicing MCQs can significantly enhance your exam preparation. By engaging with objective questions, students can identify important topics and improve their chances of scoring better in exams.

What You Will Practise Here

  • Economic Development and Planning
  • Infrastructure: Energy, Transport, and Communication
  • Environmental Conservation and Sustainable Development
  • Disaster Management and Mitigation Strategies
  • Technological Advancements and Their Impact
  • Government Policies and Schemes
  • Social Justice and Welfare Programs

Exam Relevance

The topics covered in Mains - GS Paper 3 are frequently tested in CBSE, State Boards, NEET, and JEE exams. Students can expect questions that assess their understanding of economic policies, environmental issues, and technological advancements. Common question patterns include scenario-based MCQs and application of concepts in real-world situations.

Common Mistakes Students Make

  • Misinterpreting data and graphs related to economic indicators.
  • Overlooking the importance of recent government schemes and policies.
  • Confusing environmental concepts and their implications.
  • Neglecting the interconnection between technology and development.
  • Failing to apply theoretical knowledge to practical scenarios.

FAQs

Question: What are some effective ways to prepare for Mains - GS Paper 3?
Answer: Regularly practice MCQs, review important concepts, and stay updated with current affairs related to economic and environmental issues.

Question: How can I improve my accuracy in answering objective questions?
Answer: Focus on understanding concepts deeply, practice regularly, and analyze your mistakes to avoid repeating them.

Start solving practice MCQs today to test your understanding and boost your confidence for the upcoming exams. Remember, consistent practice is the key to success!

Q. A biotech company has a growth rate of 15% per year. If the initial investment is $10,000, what will be the value after 3 years?
  • A. $12,000
  • B. $13,500
  • C. $14,000
  • D. $15,000
Q. A border checkpoint processes 1,500 people in 5 hours. What is the average number of people processed per hour?
  • A. 300
  • B. 250
  • C. 350
  • D. 400
Q. A border control unit has 15 officers. If each officer can monitor 10 km of border, how many kilometers can the entire unit monitor?
  • A. 100 km
  • B. 150 km
  • C. 120 km
  • D. 130 km
Q. A border patrol team can cover 120 km in 3 hours. How many kilometers can they cover in 5 hours at the same speed?
  • A. 150 km
  • B. 200 km
  • C. 180 km
  • D. 160 km
Q. A border patrol unit has a response time of 15 minutes for every 10 km. How long will it take to respond to a situation 50 km away?
  • A. 1 hour
  • B. 45 minutes
  • C. 30 minutes
  • D. 2 hours
Q. A border security system can process 200 vehicles per hour. How many vehicles can it process in a 24-hour period?
  • A. 4,800
  • B. 5,000
  • C. 4,000
  • D. 4,200
Q. A carbon offset program costs $20 per ton of CO2. If a company needs to offset 250 tons, how much will it cost?
  • A. $4,000
  • B. $5,000
  • C. $6,000
  • D. $3,000
Q. A certain enzyme works optimally at a pH of 7.5. If the pH is decreased by 1 unit, what is the new pH level?
  • A. 6.5
  • B. 7.0
  • C. 8.0
  • D. 7.5
Q. A city has a crime rate of 5 incidents per 1000 people. If the population is 50,000, how many incidents are expected?
  • A. 200
  • B. 250
  • C. 300
  • D. 350
Q. A city has a population of 1,000,000. If a flood is expected to affect 15% of the population, how many people will be affected?
  • A. 120,000
  • B. 150,000
  • C. 180,000
  • D. 200,000
Q. A city has reduced its carbon emissions by 20% over the last year. If the original emissions were 500 tons, what are the current emissions?
  • A. 400 tons
  • B. 450 tons
  • C. 500 tons
  • D. 600 tons
Q. A city plans to reduce its carbon emissions by 20% over the next 5 years. If the current emissions are 5000 tons, what will be the target emissions after 5 years?
  • A. 4000 tons
  • B. 4500 tons
  • C. 3500 tons
  • D. 3000 tons
Q. A city plans to reduce its unemployment rate from 8% to 4% in 4 years. What is the average annual reduction in unemployment rate?
  • A. 1%
  • B. 1.5%
  • C. 2%
  • D. 2.5%
Q. A comet travels around the sun in an elliptical orbit. If the semi-major axis of the orbit is 4 AU (Astronomical Units), what is the approximate distance of the comet from the sun at its farthest point?
  • A. 4 AU
  • B. 8 AU
  • C. 2 AU
  • D. 6 AU
Q. A community has 1,200 people affected by a disaster. If 25% of them require immediate medical attention, how many people need medical help?
  • A. 200
  • B. 250
  • C. 300
  • D. 350
Q. A community has a disaster response plan that requires 10% of its budget for training. If the total budget is $500,000, how much is allocated for training?
  • A. $40,000
  • B. $50,000
  • C. $60,000
  • D. $70,000
Q. A community is trying to recycle 60% of its waste. If they produce 1200 kg of waste, how much waste do they aim to recycle?
  • A. 600 kg
  • B. 720 kg
  • C. 800 kg
  • D. 700 kg
Q. A company has 150 computers, and each computer requires 2 antivirus licenses. How many licenses are needed in total?
  • A. 150
  • B. 300
  • C. 450
  • D. 600
Q. A company plans to produce 5000 units of a product in 10 days. If they have produced 3000 units in the first 5 days, how many units do they need to produce in the next 5 days to meet their target?
  • A. 2000
  • B. 1500
  • C. 2500
  • D. 3000
Q. A company spends $5000 on cybersecurity measures. If this represents 10% of their total IT budget, what is the total IT budget?
  • A. $25000
  • B. $30000
  • C. $40000
  • D. $50000
Q. A conservation project aims to plant trees in a deforested area. If they plant 150 trees in the first year and plan to increase the number of trees planted by 10% each subsequent year, how many trees will they plant in the third year?
  • A. 165 trees
  • B. 180 trees
  • C. 195 trees
  • D. 200 trees
Q. A construction project is planned to be completed in 60 days. If 3 workers are assigned and they complete 1/4 of the work in 15 days, how many more workers are needed to finish the project in time?
  • A. 3
  • B. 4
  • C. 2
  • D. 1
Q. A country aims to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 30% over the next 5 years. If the current emissions are 1,200 million tons, what will be the target emissions?
  • A. 840 million tons
  • B. 900 million tons
  • C. 1,000 million tons
  • D. 1,200 million tons
Q. A country has a budget deficit of $50 billion and total government expenditure of $500 billion. What is the percentage of the budget deficit to total expenditure?
  • A. 5%
  • B. 10%
  • C. 15%
  • D. 20%
Q. A country has a labor force of 50 million and an unemployment rate of 8%. How many people are unemployed?
  • A. 4 million
  • B. 3 million
  • C. 5 million
  • D. 6 million
Q. A country has a poverty rate of 25%. If the population is 50 million, how many people are living in poverty?
  • A. 10 million
  • B. 12.5 million
  • C. 15 million
  • D. 20 million
Q. A country’s total exports are $300 billion and total imports are $350 billion. What is the trade balance?
  • A. -$50 billion
  • B. $50 billion
  • C. $100 billion
  • D. $150 billion
Q. A delivery truck can carry 200 kg of goods. If it makes 4 trips in a day, how much total weight can it deliver in a day?
  • A. 600 kg
  • B. 800 kg
  • C. 1000 kg
  • D. 1200 kg
Q. A disaster relief fund has $500,000. If 30% is allocated for immediate response, how much money is left for long-term recovery?
  • A. $350,000
  • B. $400,000
  • C. $450,000
  • D. $500,000
Q. A factory produces 1200 units of a product in 8 hours. How many units can it produce in 5 hours at the same rate?
  • A. 750
  • B. 600
  • C. 900
  • D. 800
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