Mock Test

Exam: BPSC Subject: General Studies

Total Questions: 20

Q1. In the context of inclusive growth, the 'poverty trap' is often perpetuated by:

Effective government social safety nets and skill development programs. Limited access to education, healthcare, and financial services, coupled with low productivity. A highly competitive job market with ample opportunities for all. Policies that encourage widespread entrepreneurship among the poor.
Q2. What is a 'public good' characterized by?

Rivalrous consumption and excludable Non-rivalrous consumption and excludable Rivalrous consumption and non-excludable Non-rivalrous consumption and non-excludable
Q3. Which sector plays a vital role in skill development and employment?

Agriculture Manufacturing Service sector All of the above
Q4. What is the Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) principle in the WTO?

Treating all trading partners equally Giving preferential treatment to certain countries Imposing higher tariffs on specific goods Restricting imports from certain nations
Q5. What is the name of the rocket developed by SpaceX that is designed for deep space missions?

Falcon 9 Falcon Heavy Starship Dragon
Q6. Which of the following factors is most crucial for the successful cultivation of tea?

Arid climate and sandy soil Heavy rainfall and hilly terrain Low temperatures and dense forest cover High humidity and flat plains
Q7. Which intelligence discipline involves the analysis of electronic signals emitted by foreign weapons systems, communications, and computers?

HUMINT (Human Intelligence) SIGINT (Signals Intelligence) MASINT (Measurement and Signature Intelligence) OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence)
Q8. The Indian Councils Act of 1861 allowed the Governor-General to:

Appoint members to his council without any legislative power Appoint non-official members to his council Appoint only British officials to his council Appoint Indian members without their consent
Q9. What is a key component of medical devices that measure physiological signals?

Aerodynamic principles Electronic sensors and signal processing Structural analysis Geographic information systems
Q10. What is 'lay audience' in the context of science communication?

Highly trained scientists Individuals without specialized scientific knowledge University professors Research participants
Q11. Which of the following best describes a drought?

Excessive rainfall A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall A sudden flood High humidity
Q12. The introduction of 'economic reforms' in 1991 marked a paradigm shift in India's planning approach. Which of the following was a significant departure from the previous planning era?

Increased role of the public sector in infrastructure development. A move towards a more regulated and controlled economy. Emphasis on liberalization, privatization, and globalization (LPG). Strengthening of import restrictions and protectionist policies.
Q13. The 'Scramble for Africa' in the late 19th and early 20th centuries was a manifestation of what geopolitical phenomenon?

Decolonization Globalization Colonialism Neocolonialism
Q14. Which ruler of the Tuluva dynasty was a contemporary of Babur?

Vira Narasimha Krishnadevaraya Achuta Deva Raya Sadasiva Raya
Q15. Which of the following can be a reason for the President to remove the Attorney General of India from office?

His resignation submitted to the President. His appointment to another government post. His conviction in a criminal case. All of the above
Q16. The 'precautionary principle' suggests that if an action has a suspected risk of causing harm to the public or the environment, in the absence of scientific consensus that the action is harmful, the burden of proof that it is NOT harmful falls on those taking an action. This is a core concept in:

Resource management Environmental policy Economic growth Industrial production
Q17. The proclamation of President's Rule under Article 356 can be revoked by:

The President The Parliament The Governor of the State The Supreme Court
Q18. Which geographical factor can influence a nation's strategic military positioning?

The average height of its citizens Its mountainous terrain or coastal access The prevalence of certain languages The popularity of its sports teams
Q19. Which of the following is NOT a Dravidian language?

Tamil Malayalam Kannada Odia
Q20. The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) has often addressed issues of development and poverty reduction. Which of the following is a common approach advocated by CHOGM leaders in tackling these challenges?

Exclusive reliance on bilateral aid from non-Commonwealth nations Emphasis on debt relief, fair trade practices, and sustainable development initiatives Promotion of protectionist economic policies within member states Discouragement of foreign direct investment

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