Mains - GS Paper 2

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Q. What was the primary reason for the establishment of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948? (1948)
  • A. To combat infectious diseases
  • B. To promote global health standards
  • C. To provide medical education
  • D. To regulate pharmaceutical companies
Q. Which ancient civilization is known for its advanced medical practices and surgical techniques, including the use of herbal remedies? (1900)
  • A. Ancient Egypt
  • B. Indus Valley Civilization
  • C. Ancient Greece
  • D. Ancient China
Q. Which ancient Greek physician is often referred to as the 'Father of Medicine' for his contributions to medical ethics and clinical observation?
  • A. Hippocrates
  • B. Galeno
  • C. Aristotle
  • D. Asclepius
Q. Which ancient Indian text is considered a significant source of knowledge on education and learning?
  • A. Arthashastra
  • B. Vedas
  • C. Upanishads
  • D. Smritis
Q. Which ancient text is considered one of the earliest comprehensive medical texts, detailing surgical techniques and medicinal plants?
  • A. The Ebers Papyrus
  • B. The Sushruta Samhita
  • C. The Canon of Medicine
  • D. The Hippocratic Corpus
Q. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the composition of the State Legislative Assembly? (1950)
  • A. Article 168
  • B. Article 170
  • C. Article 172
  • D. Article 174
Q. Which event is considered the immediate cause of the outbreak of World War II? (1939)
  • A. The invasion of Poland
  • B. The signing of the Munich Agreement
  • C. The attack on Pearl Harbor
  • D. The fall of France
Q. Which global organization was formed in response to the economic crises of the 1930s? (1930)
  • A. World Bank
  • B. International Monetary Fund (IMF)
  • C. World Trade Organization (WTO)
  • D. United Nations (UN)
Q. Which government policy was aimed at promoting the use of Hindi as a national language in India post-independence? (1963)
  • A. The Official Languages Act
  • B. The Education Policy of 1968
  • C. The National Policy on Education
  • D. The Language Policy of 1956
Q. Which ideology was primarily responsible for the decolonization movements in Africa and Asia post-World War II? (1945)
  • A. Fascism
  • B. Communism
  • C. Nationalism
  • D. Imperialism
Q. Which international organization has played a significant role in promoting the establishment and functioning of NGOs globally? (1990)
  • A. World Trade Organization (WTO)
  • B. United Nations (UN)
  • C. International Monetary Fund (IMF)
  • D. World Health Organization (WHO)
Q. Which of the following acts introduced the system of dyarchy in the provinces of British India? (1919)
  • A. Government of India Act 1919
  • B. Government of India Act 1935
  • C. Indian Councils Act 1909
  • D. Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms
Q. Which of the following acts was a significant step towards social justice in colonial India by abolishing the practice of Sati?
  • A. The Hindu Succession Act
  • B. The Widow Remarriage Act
  • C. The Bengal Sati Regulation
  • D. The Child Marriage Restraint Act
Q. Which of the following agreements aimed to resolve the border disputes between India and China? (1954)
  • A. Simla Agreement
  • B. Panchsheel Agreement
  • C. Indo-China Treaty
  • D. Lhasa Agreement
Q. Which of the following ancient texts provides insights into the cultural exchanges between India and its neighboring regions?
  • A. Rigveda
  • B. Mahabharata
  • C. Arthashastra
  • D. Puranas
Q. Which of the following best describes the impact of the Industrial Revolution on political thought?
  • A. It reinforced the idea of absolute monarchy.
  • B. It led to the rise of socialism and labor movements.
  • C. It diminished the importance of individual rights.
  • D. It had no significant impact on political thought.
Q. Which of the following best describes the significance of the Renaissance in Europe?
  • A. It marked the end of feudalism.
  • B. It led to the rise of absolute monarchies.
  • C. It fostered a revival of classical learning and humanism.
  • D. It initiated the Industrial Revolution.
Q. Which of the following documents is considered the first written constitution in the world?
  • A. The Magna Carta.
  • B. The U.S. Constitution.
  • C. The Constitution of Athens.
  • D. The Articles of Confederation.
Q. Which of the following events directly led to the American Civil War?
  • A. The signing of the Declaration of Independence
  • B. The Dred Scott decision
  • C. The Louisiana Purchase
  • D. The Emancipation Proclamation
Q. Which of the following events in the 20th century significantly impacted India's relations with its neighboring countries? (1947)
  • A. Partition of India
  • B. Independence of India
  • C. Non-Aligned Movement
  • D. Green Revolution
Q. Which of the following global organizations was established to promote international cooperation in the field of education, science, and culture? (1945)
  • A. World Health Organization (WHO)
  • B. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
  • C. International Monetary Fund (IMF)
  • D. World Trade Organization (WTO)
Q. Which of the following is a function of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)? (1945)
  • A. To maintain international peace
  • B. To promote social and economic development
  • C. To oversee international law
  • D. To manage humanitarian aid
Q. Which of the following is a key feature of the 'Corporate Social Responsibility' (CSR) initiatives in India as mandated by the Companies Act, 2013? (2013)
  • A. Mandatory funding for political parties.
  • B. Voluntary contributions to NGOs.
  • C. Mandatory spending on social welfare activities.
  • D. Exemption from tax for NGOs.
Q. Which of the following is a key function of the United Nations Security Council? (1945)
  • A. To oversee international trade agreements
  • B. To maintain international peace and security
  • C. To promote cultural exchange
  • D. To regulate global environmental policies
Q. Which of the following is a major criticism of the United Nations Security Council? (2023)
  • A. It has too many member states
  • B. It lacks enforcement power
  • C. It is dominated by Western countries
  • D. It does not address economic issues
Q. Which of the following is a power exclusive to the State Legislature? (1950)
  • A. To legislate on defense
  • B. To legislate on education
  • C. To legislate on foreign affairs
  • D. To legislate on currency
Q. Which of the following is a significant challenge faced by NGOs in India? (2020)
  • A. Lack of public interest.
  • B. Overregulation and bureaucratic hurdles.
  • C. Insufficient funding from local sources.
  • D. Limited scope of work.
Q. Which of the following is a unique feature of the State Legislature in India? (1950)
  • A. Bicameral structure in all states
  • B. Direct election of all members
  • C. Power to dissolve the Governor
  • D. Legislative Assembly can be dissolved
Q. Which of the following is NOT a power of the State Legislature? (1950)
  • A. To legislate on matters in the Concurrent List
  • B. To approve the budget of the State
  • C. To appoint the Governor of the State
  • D. To create local bodies
Q. Which of the following is NOT a principal organ of the United Nations? (1948)
  • A. General Assembly
  • B. Security Council
  • C. International Court of Justice
  • D. World Health Organization
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