BPSC Mock Test | Meltwish

Q1. Which of the following days is recognized as 'International Day for Biological Diversity'?

May 20 May 21 May 22 May 23

Q2. Which constitutional philosopher argued that judges 'interpret' law rather than merely 'apply' it, considering principles and policies?

H.L.A. Hart John Austin Ronald Dworkin Lon Fuller

Q3. A Proclamation of Emergency under Article 360 requires parliamentary approval. If it is approved by both Houses, it will remain in force indefinitely until revoked. This statement is:

True False True, but only for one year True, but only for six months

Q4. The concept of 'responsible sovereignty,' emerging from debates within multilateral forums concerning humanitarian intervention, fundamentally challenges which long-standing tenet of international law?

The universality of human rights. The principle of territorial integrity and state sovereignty. The prohibition of the use of force. The legality of multilateral treaties.

Q5. Who among the following did not accept the Mountbatten Plan initially?

Indian National Congress Muslim League Mahatma Gandhi Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

Q6. The Constituent Assembly, in its early stages, grappled with the question of representation. The principle of proportional representation by means of single transferable vote was adopted for the election of members to the Constituent Assembly from the Provinces. Which of the following was a direct implication of this principle for the composition of the Assembly?

Ensured a majority for the Indian National Congress without significant opposition Allowed for representation of smaller provinces and minority groups Prioritized direct election by the general populace of each province Empowered princely states to nominate their representatives directly to the Assembly

Q7. The balance of payments identity states that the sum of the current account, capital account, and financial account, plus changes in reserve assets, should theoretically equal:

Zero One The country's GDP The country's inflation rate

Q8. Which particle is emitted during beta decay?

Helium nucleus Electron or positron Photon Proton

Q9. Which of the following is a key bottleneck for the efficient functioning of India's logistics sector?

Over-reliance on road transport and fragmented supply chains Abundant and cheap availability of multimodal transport options Highly efficient and integrated warehousing network Low transaction costs and seamless cross-border trade facilitation

Q10. The Indus Valley Civilization's contribution to the 'civilizational mosaic' of the world lies in its:

Unique artistic traditions and urban planning Military might and expansionism Philosophical treatises Democratic governance

Q11. Which of the following is a renewable source of energy often used in industrial processes?

Coal Petroleum Solar Power Natural Gas

Q12. The rock-cut Elephanta Caves, dedicated to Shiva, are primarily associated with the art and architecture of which kingdom?

Pallavas Rashtrakutas Chalukyas Yadavas

Q13. Who is considered the founder of the Maratha Empire?

Shivaji Maharaj Sambhaji Maharaj Rajaram Maharaj Balaji Vishwanath

Q14. The concept of resonance in molecules like ozone (O3) is used to explain:

The fact that ozone is a gas at room temperature. The equal length and strength of the S-O bonds in ozone. The paramagnetic nature of ozone. The high reactivity of ozone.

Q15. The primary occupation of the people of the Indus Valley Civilization was:

Warfare Trade Agriculture Sculpture

Q16. The Mauryan administration had a council of ministers. What was it called?

Sabha Samiti Mantriparishad Vidatha

Q17. Which geopolitical term refers to the process of states becoming more interconnected and interdependent?

Regionalization Nationalization Interdependence Sovereignty

Q18. What is the primary benefit of specialization in trade?

Increased production costs Reduced efficiency Increased productivity and lower costs Greater self-sufficiency

Q19. The Mountbatten Plan also proposed the partition of which other major province?

Bombay United Provinces Punjab Assam

Q20. What is the WTO's role in promoting sustainable development?

By encouraging increased resource depletion By supporting environmentally damaging trade practices By balancing trade liberalization with environmental and developmental concerns By ignoring environmental considerations in trade

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