Mains - GS Paper 2

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Q. Which of the following is NOT a specialized agency of the United Nations?
  • A. World Health Organization (WHO)
  • B. International Labour Organization (ILO)
  • C. World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
  • D. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
Q. Which of the following leaders is known for advocating the rights of the untouchables in India during the early 20th century? (1949)
  • A. Mahatma Gandhi
  • B. B.R. Ambedkar
  • C. Jawaharlal Nehru
  • D. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Q. Which of the following movements aimed at the social upliftment of the marginalized sections of society in India during the 19th century? (1925)
  • A. Brahmo Samaj
  • B. Ramakrishna Mission
  • C. Self-Respect Movement
  • D. Indian National Congress
Q. Which of the following movements in India was significantly supported by NGOs in the late 20th century? (2005)
  • A. The Green Revolution.
  • B. The Right to Information Movement.
  • C. The Non-Cooperation Movement.
  • D. The Quit India Movement.
Q. Which of the following movements was initiated to promote the rights of women and address gender inequality in India? (1990)
  • A. Chipko Movement
  • B. Bharat Natyam Movement
  • C. Women's Reservation Bill
  • D. Women's Rights Movement
Q. Which of the following organizations focuses on the promotion of human rights globally?
  • A. World Health Organization (WHO)
  • B. United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)
  • C. International Monetary Fund (IMF)
  • D. World Trade Organization (WTO)
Q. Which of the following policies was introduced by the British government to suppress the Indian Rebellion of 1857?
  • A. The Permanent Settlement
  • B. The Doctrine of Lapse
  • C. The Indian Councils Act
  • D. The Rowlatt Act
Q. Which of the following revolutions is associated with the establishment of constitutional governance in England?
  • A. Glorious Revolution
  • B. American Revolution
  • C. French Revolution
  • D. Industrial Revolution
Q. Which of the following revolutions is known for the phrase 'Liberty, Equality, Fraternity'?
  • A. The American Revolution.
  • B. The French Revolution.
  • C. The Russian Revolution.
  • D. The Industrial Revolution.
Q. Which of the following schemes was introduced to provide health insurance to the poor and vulnerable sections of society in India? (2018)
  • A. Ayushman Bharat
  • B. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
  • C. National Health Mission
  • D. Rural Health Scheme
Q. Which of the following social reformers is associated with the establishment of the 'Arya Samaj' that aimed at social reform and justice?
  • A. Raja Ram Mohan Roy
  • B. Swami Vivekananda
  • C. Dayananda Saraswati
  • D. Gopal Krishna Gokhale
Q. Which of the following statements about the Rajya Sabha is correct? (1950)
  • A. It is the upper house of the State Legislature.
  • B. It is directly elected by the people.
  • C. It represents the States and Union territories.
  • D. It has a fixed term of 5 years.
Q. Which of the following statements best describes the impact of the British education system on Indian society?
  • A. It completely eradicated traditional education systems.
  • B. It led to the rise of a new educated middle class.
  • C. It had no significant impact on Indian society.
  • D. It promoted only technical education.
Q. Which of the following statements best describes the impact of the Gupta Empire on Indian culture?
  • A. It marked the decline of trade and commerce.
  • B. It was a period of significant advancements in science, art, and literature.
  • C. It led to the complete dominance of Buddhism over Hinduism.
  • D. It resulted in the establishment of foreign rule in India.
Q. Which of the following statements best describes the role of NGOs in the context of social reform in India during the 20th century? (2000)
  • A. They primarily focused on economic development.
  • B. They played a crucial role in advocating for women's rights and education.
  • C. They were mainly involved in political lobbying.
  • D. They had no significant impact on social reform.
Q. Which of the following statements best describes the role of the State Legislature in India? (1950)
  • A. It is responsible for the formulation of national policies.
  • B. It has the power to amend the Constitution.
  • C. It enacts laws on subjects enumerated in the State List.
  • D. It conducts elections for the President of India.
Q. Which of the following statements best describes the significance of the Magna Carta of 1215?
  • A. It established the principle of the divine right of kings.
  • B. It limited the powers of the king and laid the foundation for parliamentary democracy.
  • C. It was the first written constitution in the world.
  • D. It abolished feudalism in England.
Q. Which of the following treaties established the European Union? (1992)
  • A. Treaty of Versailles
  • B. Treaty of Rome
  • C. Maastricht Treaty
  • D. Lisbon Treaty
Q. Which of the following treaties marked the end of the First Anglo-Sikh War?
  • A. Treaty of Amritsar
  • B. Treaty of Lahore
  • C. Treaty of Delhi
  • D. Treaty of Moga
Q. Which of the following UN agencies is responsible for coordinating international public health? (1948)
  • A. UNICEF
  • B. WHO
  • C. UNESCO
  • D. FAO
Q. Which of the following was a key feature of education during the Mauryan Empire?
  • A. Focus on military training
  • B. Promotion of Buddhist education
  • C. Establishment of schools for all castes
  • D. Emphasis on arts and crafts
Q. Which of the following was a key feature of the economic policies during the Mughal Empire?
  • A. Heavy taxation on agriculture
  • B. Promotion of trade and commerce
  • C. State control over all industries
  • D. Complete reliance on foreign trade
Q. Which of the following was a key feature of the governance system in ancient Athens?
  • A. Oligarchy
  • B. Direct democracy
  • C. Monarchy
  • D. Theocracy
Q. Which of the following was a key feature of the public health reforms in Britain during the 19th century?
  • A. Introduction of the NHS
  • B. Establishment of the General Board of Health
  • C. Mandatory vaccination laws
  • D. Creation of private hospitals
Q. Which of the following was a major consequence of the Opium Wars in China?
  • A. The establishment of the Republic of China
  • B. The signing of the Treaty of Nanking
  • C. The end of the Qing Dynasty
  • D. The rise of communism in China
Q. Which of the following was a major outcome of the 'Green Revolution' in India concerning social justice? (1960)
  • A. Reduction in poverty
  • B. Increase in agricultural productivity
  • C. Widening of social inequalities
  • D. Empowerment of women
Q. Which of the following was a significant contribution of the Mughal Empire to the field of medicine in India?
  • A. Establishment of hospitals
  • B. Introduction of vaccination
  • C. Development of Ayurveda
  • D. Promotion of Western medicine
Q. Which of the following was a significant feature of education during the Gupta period?
  • A. Establishment of universities
  • B. Introduction of English as a medium of instruction
  • C. Focus on vocational training
  • D. Emphasis on religious education
Q. Which of the following was a significant feature of the Mauryan administration under Ashoka?
  • A. Decentralization of power
  • B. Promotion of Dhamma
  • C. Feudal system
  • D. Merit-based appointments
Q. Which of the following was a significant outcome of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War for India? (1971)
  • A. Increased territorial expansion
  • B. Strengthened relations with Pakistan
  • C. Creation of a new neighboring state
  • D. Formation of the SAARC
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