Mock Test

Exam: BPSC Subject: General Studies

Total Questions: 20

Q1. The use of pharmacogenomics aims to:

Develop new surgical techniques Predict how a patient will respond to a particular drug based on their genetic makeup Manufacture bulk pharmaceuticals Monitor environmental pollutants
Q2. Which term describes urban development that is walkable and mixed-use?

Urban sprawl Traditional urbanism New Urbanism Industrial zoning
Q3. The 'National Disaster Management Authority' (NDMA) guidelines for the energy sector focus on ensuring resilience. What is a key concern for the energy infrastructure during natural disasters?

Over-supply of power Disruption of supply chains and damage to generation/transmission assets Reduced demand for energy Underutilization of renewable energy
Q4. The ethical principle of 'respect for persons' in research dictates that individuals should be treated as autonomous agents and that persons with diminished autonomy are entitled to protection. This directly relates to:

Ensuring fair compensation for research participants. Obtaining informed consent and protecting vulnerable populations. Maximizing the scientific output of the study. Ensuring the anonymity of participants.
Q5. Rice is the staple crop in which of the following agricultural regions of India?

Arid and Semi-Arid Regions Coastal Plains and Deltas Trans-Himalayan Region Central Highlands
Q6. What technological advancement has significantly contributed to the growth of e-commerce logistics in urban areas?

Reduced delivery speeds The development of micro-fulfillment centers and electric delivery vehicles Increased reliance on traditional brick-and-mortar stores Elimination of warehousing
Q7. The Pallava rulers patronized which particular style of architecture, characterized by the monolithic rathas and shore temples?

Dravidian architecture Nagara architecture Vesara architecture Gandhara sculpture
Q8. Which of these is a common type of telecommunication satellite?

Geostationary Low Earth Orbit Medium Earth Orbit All of the above
Q9. The interdisciplinary field of 'agritech' (agricultural technology) primarily focuses on leveraging technological advancements to improve what aspects of agriculture?

Farm labor practices and land management. Crop yield, resource efficiency, and sustainability. Livestock breeding and veterinary care. Agricultural policy and market regulation.
Q10. 3D printing, a futuristic manufacturing technology, allows for the creation of:

Only basic shapes Complex, customized objects layer by layer Mass-produced identical items Products without digital designs
Q11. The term 'CRISPR interference' (CRISPRi) is employed in gene regulation to:

Introduce specific point mutations into the genome Activate gene expression by enhancing transcription Repress gene expression by blocking transcription elongation Facilitate the insertion of large DNA fragments into the genome
Q12. The 'Outsourcing' phenomenon, particularly in IT and BPO, has been a major driver of service sector growth in India. What is a key characteristic of this phenomenon?

Increased domestic consumption of services. Focus on import substitution in the service industry. Transfer of specific business functions from one country to another. Government monopoly over service provision.
Q13. The Preamble of the Indian Constitution is inspired by the Preamble of the Constitution of:

USA UK Canada Australia
Q14. The appointment of acting Chief Justices of High Courts by the President is a constitutional provision. The potential impact on judicial independence arises if:

Such appointments are made for extended periods, creating uncertainty about the permanent position. These appointments are always preceded by extensive public consultation. The acting Chief Justice is always a junior-most judge. These appointments are rare and exceptional.
Q15. Political parties facilitate the recruitment and training of:

Criminals Political leaders and activists Unemployed individuals Foreign diplomats
Q16. An increase in the reserve requirement ratio by the central bank would generally lead to:

An expansion of credit and a rise in the money supply A contraction of credit and a fall in the money supply No significant impact on the money supply An increase in government tax revenue
Q17. Which institution is responsible for setting up and regulating the National Pension System (NPS)?

Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)
Q18. Economic planning in Bangladesh is primarily overseen by:

The Ministry of Defence The Planning Commission The Ministry of Foreign Affairs The Central Bank
Q19. The 'agglomeration index' in urban geography is used to measure:

The average income level of a city's residents The degree of concentration of economic activities and population within a city The extent of green space per capita The diversity of religious institutions
Q20. The 'Jami Masjid' in Delhi, a significant example of Sultanate architecture, was commissioned by:

Alauddin Khilji Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq Firoz Shah Tughlaq Iltutmish

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