Mock Test

Exam: BPSC Subject: General Studies

Total Questions: 20

Q1. The fatigue strength of a material is defined as:

The stress at which fracture occurs after a very large number of cycles The maximum stress a material can withstand before permanent deformation The stress required to initiate a crack The ultimate tensile strength
Q2. The invention of the magnetic compass, a crucial tool for navigation that revolutionized seafaring, is a technological breakthrough from which ancient civilization?

Ancient India Ancient Persia Ancient China Ancient Rome
Q3. Who is known as the 'Father of the Nation' in India?

Jawaharlal Nehru Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Mahatma Gandhi Subhas Chandra Bose
Q4. The invention of the seismoscope, an early device for detecting earthquakes, is attributed to a scholar from which ancient civilization?

Ancient India Ancient Persia Ancient China Ancient Mesopotamia
Q5. Inclusive growth requires investments in:

Only infrastructure for the wealthy Education and healthcare for all Exclusive clubs and resorts Military expenditure only
Q6. Which country successfully landed a rover on the Moon in 2020?

United States Russia China Japan
Q7. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the Attorney General of India?

Article 76 Article 143 Article 165 Article 75
Q8. The 'Carry Forward' provision in Income Tax allows taxpayers to:

Claim tax deductions on future investments. Offset current year's losses against income of future years. Carry forward unutilized tax credits to the next financial year. Defray current year's tax liability from future income.
Q9. Informal settlements, or slums, are often characterized by:

Secure land tenure and adequate basic services Planned infrastructure and legal building permits Lack of secure tenure, inadequate housing, and poor access to services Low population density
Q10. Which of the following is a primary role of science in society?

Promoting religious beliefs Understanding the natural world Creating artistic expressions Developing political ideologies
Q11. The textile industry in India is largely concentrated in which part of the country?

North India East India West India South India
Q12. The Economic Survey often contains recommendations for:

International organizations State governments only Economic policy improvements Citizen behavior
Q13. When is 'World Book and Copyright Day' celebrated?

April 22 April 23 April 24 April 25
Q14. Which of the following represents a key aspect of the 'hydrologic cycle' in climatology?

Plate tectonics and mountain building The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth The formation of magnetic fields around planets The process of photosynthesis in plants
Q15. The development of CRISPR-Cas9 technology in healthcare primarily revolutionized which area?

Drug delivery systems Diagnostic biomarker identification Gene editing and therapy Robotic surgery precision
Q16. The theme of World Day Against Child Labour, observed on June 12th, typically focuses on the eradication of child labor. A crucial aspect often highlighted is:

The historical prevalence of child labor across different eras. The impact of poverty and conflict on driving child labor, and the need for comprehensive social protection. The economic benefits of child labor for families. The legal frameworks governing child labor.
Q17. The term 'monsoon break' refers to a period of reduced rainfall. While often associated with the northward shift of the monsoon trough, break periods can also be linked to the development of strong high-pressure systems over certain regions. Which of the following is a typical characteristic of the upper troposphere during a break monsoon spell over India?

Presence of a trough in the easterlies Presence of a ridge in the westerlies Strengthening of the easterly jet stream Development of a strong anticyclone over the Tibetan Plateau
Q18. The effectiveness of multilateral sanctions, particularly in achieving political change, is often debated. A realist critique would likely focus on:

The humanitarian consequences of sanctions. The ability of targeted states to find alternative partners and circumvent sanctions. The democratic legitimacy of the sanctioning bodies. The consensus-building capacity within multilateral organizations.
Q19. Which of the following ideals is NOT explicitly mentioned as a goal in the Preamble?

Liberty Equality Fraternity Secularism
Q20. The immediate cause for the Revolt of 1857 is often cited as:

Doctrine of Lapse Introduction of greased cartridges Annexation of Awadh Economic exploitation

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