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Prelims MCQs | GS-I to GS-IV
HOW TO USE THIS MCQ PAGE
- Attempt questions without seeing answers
- Eliminate options using concepts
- Revise explanations carefully
🏛️ POLITY – MCQs
Q1. Which of the following correctly describes Directive Principles of State Policy?
- They are enforceable by courts
- They are fundamental in governance of the country
- They override Fundamental Rights
- They are applicable only during emergencies
Answer: b
Explanation: DPSPs are non-justiciable but fundamental in governance (Article 37).
Q2. Which body recommends distribution of tax revenues between Centre and States?
- GST Council
- Planning Commission
- Finance Commission
- Inter-State Council
Answer: c
Explanation: Finance Commission is a constitutional body under Article 280.
💰 ECONOMY – MCQs
Q3. Inflation targeting in India is based on which index?
- Wholesale Price Index
- Consumer Price Index
- GDP Deflator
- Retail Inflation Index
Answer: b
Explanation: RBI uses CPI for inflation targeting.
Q4. Which of the following is NOT a function of RBI?
- Issuing currency
- Custodian of foreign exchange
- Formulating fiscal policy
- Banker to Government
Answer: c
Explanation: Fiscal policy is framed by Government, not RBI.
ENVIRONMENT – MCQs
Q5. Which of the following best describes climate adaptation?
- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
- Adjusting systems to climate impacts
- Carbon trading mechanisms
- Afforestation only
Answer: b
Explanation: Adaptation focuses on adjusting to impacts, not reducing emissions.
Q6. India is referred to as a mega-biodiverse country because:
- It has the largest forest cover
- It contains large variety of species
- It has tropical climate only
- It hosts maximum national parks
Answer: b
Explanation: Mega-biodiverse countries have high species diversity.
🔬 SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY – MCQs
Q7. Which technology uses qubits instead of classical bits?
- Blockchain
- Artificial Intelligence
- Quantum Computing
- Cloud Computing
Answer: c
Explanation: Quantum computing uses qubits enabling parallel computation.
🛡️ SECURITY & DISASTER – MCQs
Q8. National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) is chaired by:
- Home Minister
- President of India
- Prime Minister
- Cabinet Secretary
Answer: c
Explanation: NDMA is chaired by the Prime Minister.
🌍 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS – MCQs
Q9. Which of the following is NOT a formal international organisation?
- United Nations
- World Bank
- G20
- International Monetary Fund
Answer: c
Explanation: G20 is an informal forum, not treaty-based.
ETHICS – MCQs
Q10. Integrity in public service primarily refers to:
- Strict obedience to superiors
- Consistency between values and actions
- Efficiency in administration
- Following public opinion
Answer: b
Explanation: Integrity is alignment of values, words, and actions.
HOW TO USE PAGE 12
- Practice daily 10–15 MCQs
- Revise explanations, not just answers
- Note down traps & confusing areas
“Prelims is about avoiding mistakes, not attempting everything.”
— Shaktimatha 369 Learning
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