Q1. What type of mirror is used by motorists to see the road behind them ? (a) Convex (b) Concave (c) Plane (d) Concavo-convex (UPSC Prelims 1980) Answer: (a) Convex Explanation: Convex mirrors provide a wider field of view, allowing motorists to see more area behind them, making them ideal for rear-view mirrors.
Q1. Unit of distance used in navigation is (a) Nautical mile (b) Kilometre (c) Light year (d) Yard (UPSC Prelims 1980) Answer: (a) Nautical mile Explanation: A nautical mile is the standard unit in marine and air navigation, equivalent to 1.852 kilometers, based on the Earth’s circumference. Q2. Distance of stars is measured in(a) Light …
Q1. Farakka agreement between Bangladesh and India implies (a) Sharing of river water of Ganges (b) Free navigation (c) Mutual understanding of border areas (d) A peace treaty Answer: (a) Sharing of river water of Ganges Explanation: The Farakka agreement was signed to resolve disputes over the distribution of Ganges water, ensuring equitable sharing between …
Q1. Skylab crashed on July 11, 1979 in (a) Pacific Ocean (b) Atlantic Ocean (c) Mediterranean Sea (d) Indian Ocean near western Australia (UPSC Prelims 1980) Answer: (d) Indian Ocean near western Australia Explanation: Skylab, America’s first space station, re-entered Earth’s atmosphere and crashed in the Indian Ocean near western Australia, marking the end of …
Q1. Silent Valley Project in Kerala was dropped because (a) Ecologists pointed out that the project will set up an environmental imbalance (b) India will have to spend a huge amount of foreign exchange to complete the project (c) Skilled labour and cheap power were not available (d) Some political controversy arose regarding the project …
Q1. Whose signatures are found on a hundred rupee note ? (a) President of India (b) Governor of Reserve Bank of India (c) Prime Minister (d) Finance Minister (UPSC Prelims 1980) Answer: (b) Governor of Reserve Bank of India Explanation: Every Indian currency note, including the ₹100 note, bears the signature of the RBI Governor, …
Q1. The term ‘Fourth Estate’ refers to (a) A very backward State (b) Judiciary (c) Parliament (d) Press (UPSC Prelims 1980) Answer: (d) Press Explanation: The ‘Fourth Estate’ refers to the press or media, highlighting its role as a watchdog of democracy, alongside the three formal branches of government. Q2. Which one of the following …
Q1. The only State in India that shows excess of females over males is (a) U.P. (b) Kerala (c) Maharashtra (d) Tamil Nadu (UPSC Prelims 1980) Answer: (b) Kerala Explanation: Kerala has consistently shown a higher female-to-male ratio, attributed to better healthcare, education, and social awareness, setting it apart from other states. Q2. Which is …
Q1. Which country is known as the ‘Land of the Morning Calm’ (a) Japan (b) Korea (c) Taiwan (d) Netherlands (UPSC Prelims 1980) Answer: (b) Korea Explanation: Korea is traditionally referred to as the ‘Land of the Morning Calm’ due to its serene natural beauty and peaceful landscapes, especially during sunrise. Q2. Country known as …
Q1. Antyodaya scheme is meant (a) To help the Muslims (b) To help the Harijans (c) To help the minorities (d) To help the economically weakest sections of the society Answer: (d) To help the economically weakest sections of the society Explanation: The Antyodaya scheme targets the poorest of the poor, aiming to uplift the …