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Exam: UPSC Civil Services Prelims Subject: General Studies Paper-I

Total Questions: 20

Q1. Which of the following is not a fundamental duty of Indian citizens?

To abide by the Constitution To protect the environment To pay taxes To promote harmony
Q2. Which of the following is a characteristic of marine ecosystems?

High salinity Low oxygen levels Extreme cold temperatures No marine life
Q3. Which educational institution was established by Annie Besant to promote national education and Indian culture?

Shantiniketan Theosophical Society Hindu College, Calcutta Indian Institute of Science
Q4. How many countries are signatories to the Paris Agreement?

150 195 210 230
Q5. Which concept ensures that the government's actions are in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution?

Constitutionalism Dignity Sovereignty Federalism
Q6. Which of the following is not a type of aquatic ecosystem?

Lake Desert Ocean River
Q7. What is the topmost layer of a forest called?

Understory Canopy Forest floor Shrub layer
Q8. Which scientist discovered the structure of DNA?

Francis Crick James Watson Rosalind Franklin Gregor Mendel
Q9. Constitutionalism ensures that the government acts within the framework of the:

Political party manifesto Constitutional provisions Foreign treaties Military alliances
Q10. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the Fundamental Rights?

Part III Part IV Part V Part VI
Q11. During which type of emergency can the President of India suspend the right to move the court for the enforcement of fundamental rights?

National Emergency State Emergency Financial Emergency None of the above
Q12. Who was the famous ruler of the Pala dynasty in early medieval India known for his support of Buddhism?

Dharmapala Gopala Devapala Mahipala
Q13. Which mountain range separates the Indian subcontinent from the rest of Asia?

Himalayas Andes Alps Rockies
Q14. What is the ultimate source of energy for most ecosystems?

Sun Moon Stars Earth
Q15. Which country is the largest emitter of greenhouse gases?

China United States India Russia
Q16. What is the term used to describe the process of cutting down trees in urban areas?

Reforestation Afforestation Deforestation Afforestation
Q17. Who is the head of a Gram Panchayat?

Sarpanch Mukhiya Pradhan Chairperson
Q18. Who was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress?

Sarojini Naidu Annie Besant Sucheta Kripalani Kamala Nehru
Q19. Which of the following is not a type of economic system?

Capitalism Socialism Communism Monarchy
Q20. Which type of grass dominates grassland ecosystems?

Bamboo Wheat Rice Grass

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