Mock Test

Exam: BPSC Subject: General Studies

Total Questions: 20

Q1. The Cerrado region, known for its high biodiversity, is located in which country?

Argentina Brazil Colombia Peru
Q2. In a presidential system, the President's power to veto legislation passed by Congress is a classic example of:

Legislative supremacy. Executive prerogative. A check on the legislative branch. Judicial restraint.
Q3. Which of the following is a significant challenge in measuring inclusive growth accurately?

The availability of granular data on income and consumption across different demographic groups. The simplicity of calculating GDP growth. The lack of international consensus on development indicators. The ease of tracking job creation in informal sectors.
Q4. The introduction of online filing of nomination papers is a reform aimed at:

Increasing the cost of nominations Making the process more accessible and efficient Reducing the number of candidates Enhancing security during nominations
Q5. What is the primary function of a stock exchange?

To lend money to companies To provide a platform for buying and selling securities To set interest rates To print money
Q6. Cloud computing is a foundational element of digital transformation because it offers:

Limited scalability and flexibility Increased data storage costs On-demand access to computing resources and scalability Greater reliance on on-premises infrastructure
Q7. Which of the following macroeconomic theories posits that unemployment is primarily caused by insufficient aggregate demand, and suggests government intervention to boost demand?

Classical economics Monetarism Keynesian economics New classical economics
Q8. The Rampa Rebellion was led by which tribal leader in Andhra Pradesh?

Alluri Sitarama Raju Komaram Bheem Birsa Munda Tirath Singh
Q9. The establishment of specialized administrative tribunals often aims to provide speedier justice and expertise. However, a potential drawback that courts scrutinize is the 'hiving off' of judicial functions from regular courts. What is the primary concern courts address when scrutinizing such 'hiving off'?

The financial independence of the tribunal members The potential for fragmentation of justice and inconsistent application of law The public perception of the tribunal's impartiality The complexity of the subject matter being dealt with by the tribunal
Q10. The concept of 'zero-based budgeting' implies:

All expenditure must be justified and approved from scratch. Only new schemes are subject to budgetary allocation. Expenditure is carried forward automatically from the previous year. The budget starts with a deficit of zero.
Q11. The idea that the Constitution should be read as a single, coherent document, with each part informing the meaning of others, is known as:

Textualism Original Intent Structuralism Pragmatism
Q12. The slogan 'Divide and Rule' is often associated with the British policy that contributed to the conditions leading to the partition. Which institution widely used this approach?

British East India Company British Crown British Parliament British Viceroyalty
Q13. The head of the Zila Parishad is known as:

Sarpanch Pradhan Adhyakshya Mayor
Q14. Which agricultural region is famous for its tea plantations?

Punjab Plains North Eastern Region Malabar Coast Bundelkhand Plateau
Q15. Biomagnification is the process by which:

Pollutants are eliminated from an organism Pollutants are accumulated in the environment Concentration of pollutants increases as they move up the food chain Pollutants are broken down into simpler substances
Q16. The Revolt of 1857 had profound consequences for the administrative structure of British India. The direct rule of the Crown was established, replacing the East India Company. This transition led to significant changes in governance. Which of the following acts formally transferred the administration of India from the East India Company to the British Crown?

The Regulating Act of 1773 The Pitt's India Act of 1784 The Government of India Act of 1858 The Indian Councils Act of 1861
Q17. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in India operates under which ministry?

Ministry of Home Affairs Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Ministry of Science and Technology Ministry of Defence
Q18. The 'eco-labeling' system in product marketing is designed to:

Increase the cost of environmentally friendly products. Indicate that a product has been manufactured using unsustainable practices. Inform consumers about the environmental impact of a product throughout its lifecycle, promoting conservation. Discourage the use of natural resources in production.
Q19. The 'South Asian Monsoon' is primarily driven by:

The movement of the ITCZ only The differential heating between land and ocean The Coriolis effect Ocean currents in the Indian Ocean
Q20. Nehru's approach to linguistic states, while implementing the recommendations of the States Reorganisation Commission, also led to the creation of 'Union Territories'. These were often created to:

Grant greater autonomy to culturally distinct regions Ensure central control over strategically important areas or nascent states Consolidate small linguistic minorities Promote economic development through regional planning

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