IAS/UPSC Coaching Institute  

Ques:1

Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Chamundeshwari Temple?

  1.  Chamundeshwari Temple is located on Chamundi Hills near Mysuru, Karnataka.
  2. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Chamundeshwari, an incarnation of Goddess Durga.
  3. It was built during the reign of the Hoysala dynasty in the 12th century.

Select the answer using the code given below:


Ques:2

Consider the following statements:

Statement 1: Article 26 of the Constitution of India guarantees every religious denomination the freedom to manage its own affairs in matters of religion.

Statement 2: This includes the right to establish and maintain institutions for religious and charitable purposes, manage its own property, and administer religious affairs.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?


Ques:3

Consider the following statements:

Statement I: FICCI plays a significant role in promoting and representing the interests of Indian businesses at national and international levels.

Statement II: FICCI was established in 1927 and is one of the oldest and largest business organizations in India.

Statement III: It engages with the government, industry, and civil society to formulate policies, promote trade, and facilitate economic growth.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?


Ques:4

Consider the following with reference to Bhore Committee (1946):

  1. The Bhore Committee was appointed by the Government of India to survey the health conditions and suggest measures for improving public health.
  2. It recommended the establishment of primary health centers and emphasized the integration of preventive and curative services.
  3. The Committee advocated for healthcare services to be available free of cost and accessible to all sections of society, especially in rural areas.

How many of the above is/are correct?


Ques:5

Which of the following is a potential concern related to Bt cotton?


Ques:6

Consider the following statements regarding noise pollution:

Statement I: Noise pollution can adversely affect human health, including hearing loss, stress, and cardiovascular problems.

Statement II: The Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, prohibit the use of loudspeakers and sound-producing devices between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. without permission.

Statement III: Noise pollution only affects the environment and does not have any impact on human well-being.

Which one of the following is correct?


Ques:7

With reference to Jamdani weaving, consider the following statements:

1. Jamdani is a fine muslin textile traditionally woven in West Bengal and Bangladesh.

2. The weaving technique of Jamdani involves supplementary weft designs that are tied manually on the warp threads.

3. Jamdani weaving is primarily made from silk threads.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?


Ques:8

Which of the following African countries share a coastline with the Mediterranean Sea?


Ques:9

Consider the following statements regarding the phenomenon of “Digital Arrest” in the context of cybercrime:

1. Digital Arrest is a form of cyber fraud where victims are coerced by fraudsters posing as law enforcement officials and are virtually confined through continuous video calls or online monitoring.

2. The Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Information Technology Act, 2000 provide provisions to punish offenders engaged in such cyber extortion activities.

3. The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Electronics and IT is the nodal agency to handle complaints related to such cases

How many of the statements given above are correct?


Ques:10

Consider the following statements regarding the New START Treaty:

1. It was signed in 2010 between the United States and Russia to limit deployed strategic nuclear warheads and delivery systems.

2. India is one of the signatories to the treaty.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?