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Q. Which of the following factors is most critical in determining the success of an essay in the UPSC Mains examination?
  • A. Clarity of thought
  • B. Length of the essay
  • C. Use of complex vocabulary
  • D. Number of references
Q. Which of the following factors significantly contributed to the population growth in ancient civilizations?
  • A. Advancements in agriculture
  • B. Increased trade routes
  • C. Urbanization
  • D. Military conquests
Q. Which of the following features is NOT typically associated with Mughal architecture?
  • A. Symmetry
  • B. Use of red sandstone
  • C. Intricate floral patterns
  • D. Flying buttresses
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 historical events is associated with significant population displacement in the 20th century?
  • A. World War I
  • B. World War II
  • C. The Cold War
  • D. The Great Depression
Q. Which of the following historical events is associated with the establishment of the first national park in the world?
  • A. A. The establishment of Yellowstone National Park
  • B. B. The creation of the National Park Service in the USA
  • C. C. The signing of the Antiquities Act
  • D. D. The first Earth Day celebration
Q. Which of the following historical events is closely associated with the establishment of the United Nations? (1945)
  • A. World War I
  • B. World War II
  • C. Cold War
  • D. Decolonization
Q. Which of the following historical events is often linked to the effects of climate change on human migration patterns?
  • A. The Great Migration
  • B. The Viking Expansion
  • C. The Bantu Migration
  • D. The Trail of Tears
Q. Which of the following international movements has influenced the concept of inclusive growth globally? (2000)
  • A. Millennium Development Goals
  • B. World War II
  • C. Cold War
  • D. Colonialism
Q. Which of the following inventions is attributed to the ancient Indian mathematician Aryabhata?
  • A. The concept of zero
  • B. The steam engine
  • C. The printing press
  • D. The telescope
Q. Which of the following inventions significantly improved textile production during the Industrial Revolution?
  • A. The steam engine
  • B. The spinning jenny
  • C. The telegraph
  • D. The refrigerator
Q. Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Romanesque architecture?
  • A. Large stained glass windows
  • B. Thick walls and small windows
  • C. Pointed arches
  • D. Elaborate ornamentation
Q. Which of the following is a common pitfall to avoid when writing an essay for the UPSC Mains?
  • A. Using personal anecdotes
  • B. Overgeneralizing arguments
  • C. Incorporating diverse viewpoints
  • D. Maintaining a formal tone
Q. Which of the following is a consequence of urbanization on physical geography?
  • A. Increased biodiversity
  • B. Urban heat island effect
  • C. Improved air quality
  • D. Enhanced natural habitats
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 challenge to achieving inclusive growth in contemporary India? (2020)
  • A. High literacy rates
  • B. Urbanization
  • C. Income inequality
  • D. Technological advancement
Q. Which of the following is a key component of disaster preparedness? (2021)
  • A. Post-disaster recovery plans
  • B. Risk assessment and planning
  • C. Emergency response training
  • D. All of the above
Q. Which of the following is a key ethical concern associated with modern biotechnology? (2020)
  • A. Food security
  • B. Biodiversity loss
  • C. Intellectual property rights
  • D. All of the above
Q. Which of the following is a key feature of cloud computing? (2006)
  • A. Local data storage
  • B. On-demand self-service
  • C. Limited accessibility
  • D. High upfront costs
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 feature of the 'Goods and Services Tax (GST)' implemented in India?
  • A. It is a single tax on the supply of goods and services.
  • B. It allows for multiple tax rates based on the type of goods.
  • C. It is applicable only to goods and not services.
  • D. It is levied by the state governments only.
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 key principle of disaster response frameworks established after major global disasters? (2000)
  • A. Centralized decision-making
  • B. Community involvement
  • C. Profit-driven initiatives
  • D. Isolation of affected areas
Q. Which of the following is a major consequence of climate change on agriculture?
  • A. Increased crop yields across all regions.
  • B. Greater predictability in weather patterns.
  • C. Increased frequency of extreme weather events affecting crop production.
  • D. Reduction in the use of chemical fertilizers.
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 major factor contributing to the phenomenon of El Niño?
  • A. Ocean currents
  • B. Volcanic eruptions
  • C. Solar radiation
  • D. Wind patterns
Q. Which of the following is a notable work of the medieval Persian poet Rumi?
  • A. Shahnameh
  • B. Masnavi
  • C. Khosrow and Shirin
  • D. Rubaiyat
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 application of biotechnology in agriculture? (1994)
  • A. Cloning
  • B. Genetic modification of crops
  • C. Organic farming
  • D. Traditional breeding
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.
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