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Question 1 of 6
1. Question
Q1. {A&C – Literature} Consider the following statements:
Classic Tamil Text Tirukkural has an Unnamed author.
The literal meaning of Tirukkural is “Sacred Couplets”.
Tamil epic Silappadikaram, is a sequel to Manimekalai.
Manimekalai is based on the story of a dancer of the same name.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
Tirukkural is a classic Tamil text written by Thiruvalluvar.
There is negligible authentic information available about Valluvar’s life. In fact, neither his actual name nor the original title of his work can be determined with certainty.Tirukkuṟaḷ itselfdoes not name its author.
Statement 2 is correct
The literal meaning of Tirukkural is “Sacred Couplets”.
Tirukkural addresses various aspects of life like, ethics, governance, love, and spirituality.
Thirukkural is divided into three main sections: Aram (Virtue),Porul (Wealth), andInbam (Love).
Statement 3 is incorrect
Manimekalai is an “anti-love plot,” a sequel to the first Tamil epic Silappadikaram.
It is believed to be written by a Buddhist grain dealer and Tamil writer CittalaiSattanar.
Statement 4 is correct
Manimekalai isbased on the story of the dancer andlater turned Buddhist nunManimekalai.
It provides information on the life, culture, and society of the Tamil regions (India and Sri Lanka) of the Sangam period.
Answer: (c) Only three ; Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
Tirukkural is a classic Tamil text written by Thiruvalluvar.
There is negligible authentic information available about Valluvar’s life. In fact, neither his actual name nor the original title of his work can be determined with certainty.Tirukkuṟaḷ itselfdoes not name its author.
Statement 2 is correct
The literal meaning of Tirukkural is “Sacred Couplets”.
Tirukkural addresses various aspects of life like, ethics, governance, love, and spirituality.
Thirukkural is divided into three main sections: Aram (Virtue),Porul (Wealth), andInbam (Love).
Statement 3 is incorrect
Manimekalai is an “anti-love plot,” a sequel to the first Tamil epic Silappadikaram.
It is believed to be written by a Buddhist grain dealer and Tamil writer CittalaiSattanar.
Statement 4 is correct
Manimekalai isbased on the story of the dancer andlater turned Buddhist nunManimekalai.
It provides information on the life, culture, and society of the Tamil regions (India and Sri Lanka) of the Sangam period.
Answer: (c) Only three ; Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
Tirukkural is a classic Tamil text written by Thiruvalluvar.
There is negligible authentic information available about Valluvar’s life. In fact, neither his actual name nor the original title of his work can be determined with certainty.Tirukkuṟaḷ itselfdoes not name its author.
Statement 2 is correct
The literal meaning of Tirukkural is “Sacred Couplets”.
Tirukkural addresses various aspects of life like, ethics, governance, love, and spirituality.
Thirukkural is divided into three main sections: Aram (Virtue),Porul (Wealth), andInbam (Love).
Statement 3 is incorrect
Manimekalai is an “anti-love plot,” a sequel to the first Tamil epic Silappadikaram.
It is believed to be written by a Buddhist grain dealer and Tamil writer CittalaiSattanar.
Statement 4 is correct
Manimekalai isbased on the story of the dancer andlater turned Buddhist nunManimekalai.
It provides information on the life, culture, and society of the Tamil regions (India and Sri Lanka) of the Sangam period.
Answer: (c) Only three ; Difficulty Level: Easy
Question 2 of 6
2. Question
Q2. {A&C – Art} Consider the following statements:
Kamakshi Amman Temple is dedicated mainly to Goddess Kamakshi, but Lord Vishnu is also worshipped in his form of Vamana.
Kautilya described Madurai as ‘Mathura of the south’ in Arthshastra.
The Kasi Viswanathar Temple in Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu, was built by The Pandyas, which links Kashi to South.
Kashi Tamil Sangamam endeavour is in sync with National Education Policy (NEP), 2020’s emphasis on integrating the wealth of Indian Knowledge Systems with modern systems of knowledge.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
The Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple is an ancient Hindu Temple dedicated to the goddess Kamakshi, one of the highest aspects of AdiParashakti, the mighty goddess in Shaktism.
The temple is located in the historic city of Kanchipuram, near Chennai, India. The temple houses one of the 108 DivyaDesams of Vishnu and is called Tirukalavanur.
The temple is dedicated mainly to Kamakshi and then to Vishnu in his form of Varaha.
The sanctum houses the image of Kamakshi in a seated posture and is flanked by the trinity of Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma.
Kamakshi Idol in a Seated Posture
Statement 2 is correct
Madurai, capital of Pandyas is mentioned in Kautilya’s Arthashastra (4th century BCE) as ‘Mathura of the south‘.
Statement 3 is correct
KasiViswanathar Temple in Tenkasi, is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.
Constructed in the Tamil style of architecture, the temple is believed to have been built by Pandyanruler ParakramaPandyan during the 13th century, with later additions from Madurai Nayaks.
Shiva is worshipped as KasiViswanathar and his consort Parvathi as Ulagamman.
The temple has a seven-tiered gopuram (temple tower) and has concentric granite walls that enshrines all the shrines in the temple.
The temple has a pillared hall from the entrance leading to the flagstaff hall. The sanctum is located axial to the entrance facing east.
The image of KasiViswanathar in the form of lingam is housed in the sanctum. The images of Vinayakaand Subramanyaare located on either side of the hall leading to the sanctum. The shrine of Sivakamiis located parallel to the sanctum facing East.
Kamakshi Amman Temple ( Seven Tiered Gopuram)
Statement 4 is correct
Kashi Tamil Samagam is being organized by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with other ministries like Culture, Textiles, Railways, Tourism, Food Processing, Information & Broadcasting etc. and the Government of Uttar Pradesh.
The endeavour is in sync with National Education Policy (NEP), 2020’s emphasis on integrating the wealth of Indian Knowledge Systems with modern systems of knowledge.
Answer: (b) Only two; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
The Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple is an ancient Hindu Temple dedicated to the goddess Kamakshi, one of the highest aspects of AdiParashakti, the mighty goddess in Shaktism.
The temple is located in the historic city of Kanchipuram, near Chennai, India. The temple houses one of the 108 DivyaDesams of Vishnu and is called Tirukalavanur.
The temple is dedicated mainly to Kamakshi and then to Vishnu in his form of Varaha.
The sanctum houses the image of Kamakshi in a seated posture and is flanked by the trinity of Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma.
Kamakshi Idol in a Seated Posture
Statement 2 is correct
Madurai, capital of Pandyas is mentioned in Kautilya’s Arthashastra (4th century BCE) as ‘Mathura of the south‘.
Statement 3 is correct
KasiViswanathar Temple in Tenkasi, is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.
Constructed in the Tamil style of architecture, the temple is believed to have been built by Pandyanruler ParakramaPandyan during the 13th century, with later additions from Madurai Nayaks.
Shiva is worshipped as KasiViswanathar and his consort Parvathi as Ulagamman.
The temple has a seven-tiered gopuram (temple tower) and has concentric granite walls that enshrines all the shrines in the temple.
The temple has a pillared hall from the entrance leading to the flagstaff hall. The sanctum is located axial to the entrance facing east.
The image of KasiViswanathar in the form of lingam is housed in the sanctum. The images of Vinayakaand Subramanyaare located on either side of the hall leading to the sanctum. The shrine of Sivakamiis located parallel to the sanctum facing East.
Kamakshi Amman Temple ( Seven Tiered Gopuram)
Statement 4 is correct
Kashi Tamil Samagam is being organized by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with other ministries like Culture, Textiles, Railways, Tourism, Food Processing, Information & Broadcasting etc. and the Government of Uttar Pradesh.
The endeavour is in sync with National Education Policy (NEP), 2020’s emphasis on integrating the wealth of Indian Knowledge Systems with modern systems of knowledge.
Answer: (b) Only two; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
The Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple is an ancient Hindu Temple dedicated to the goddess Kamakshi, one of the highest aspects of AdiParashakti, the mighty goddess in Shaktism.
The temple is located in the historic city of Kanchipuram, near Chennai, India. The temple houses one of the 108 DivyaDesams of Vishnu and is called Tirukalavanur.
The temple is dedicated mainly to Kamakshi and then to Vishnu in his form of Varaha.
The sanctum houses the image of Kamakshi in a seated posture and is flanked by the trinity of Shiva, Vishnu, and Brahma.
Kamakshi Idol in a Seated Posture
Statement 2 is correct
Madurai, capital of Pandyas is mentioned in Kautilya’s Arthashastra (4th century BCE) as ‘Mathura of the south‘.
Statement 3 is correct
KasiViswanathar Temple in Tenkasi, is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.
Constructed in the Tamil style of architecture, the temple is believed to have been built by Pandyanruler ParakramaPandyan during the 13th century, with later additions from Madurai Nayaks.
Shiva is worshipped as KasiViswanathar and his consort Parvathi as Ulagamman.
The temple has a seven-tiered gopuram (temple tower) and has concentric granite walls that enshrines all the shrines in the temple.
The temple has a pillared hall from the entrance leading to the flagstaff hall. The sanctum is located axial to the entrance facing east.
The image of KasiViswanathar in the form of lingam is housed in the sanctum. The images of Vinayakaand Subramanyaare located on either side of the hall leading to the sanctum. The shrine of Sivakamiis located parallel to the sanctum facing East.
Kamakshi Amman Temple ( Seven Tiered Gopuram)
Statement 4 is correct
Kashi Tamil Samagam is being organized by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with other ministries like Culture, Textiles, Railways, Tourism, Food Processing, Information & Broadcasting etc. and the Government of Uttar Pradesh.
The endeavour is in sync with National Education Policy (NEP), 2020’s emphasis on integrating the wealth of Indian Knowledge Systems with modern systems of knowledge.
Answer: (b) Only two; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 3 of 6
3. Question
Q3. {Governance – Initiatives} Consider the following statements:
Freebies are well thought-after plans that aim to benefit the target population and improve their standard of living and access to resources.
The Election Commission of India has defined freebies in legal and objective terms.
All Freebies are unproductive doles generating no welfare
Amendment of the FRBM act to include all sources of debt and off-budget financing, would result in democratic fiscal accountability.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Freebies are short-term, populist measureswithout a long-term vision. They differ from welfare measures, which enforce the Directive Principles of State Policy.
The RBI defined freebies as “a public welfare measure that is provided free of charge”. It has distinguished freebies from long-term welfare measures.
Statement 2 is incorrect
The Election Commission of India has not defined freebies in legal and objective terms.
Statement 3 is incorrect
It will be unfair to label all freebies as Unproductive doles generating no welfare.
Arguments in favour of Freebies
Productivity Enhancement: Freebies ensure the fulfilment of the population’s basic needs, resulting in good health and consequential productivity.
More disposable income: With more disposable income supplemented by freebies, the economy may have a multiplier effect. For instance, reduced out-of-pocket expenditure occurred due to the Ayushman Bharat initiative.
Article 38 and the Preamble of the Indian Constitutionenvisage the Indian state as a welfare, socialist state. It emphasises the just social order.
Free food grains can counter deep-seated inequality and poverty in India. This can be observed in free food grains and supports them to counter deep-seated inequality and poverty in India. The same can be observed in Pradhan MantriGaribKalyan Anna Yojana.
Arguments against Freebies
Skewed Expenditure:With a greater share of freebies and populist measures, government expenditure favours certain sections. For instance, Rajasthan’s decision to revert to the old pension schemefavours 6% of the population yet costs 56% of the state’s revenues.
No Productivity Enhancement:MNREGA and other cash handouts are criticised based on poor or no productivity.
Environmental Unsustainability: The CAG report observed that free electricity for farmers in Punjab led to over-exploitation, a decline in groundwater level, and poor performance of DISCOMs.
Statement 4 is correct
Most of the borrowing that fund these freebies happens off budget, beyond the pale of FRBM.
The FRBM Acts of the Centre as well as States need to be amended to enforce a more complete disclosure of the liabilities on their exchequers.
The current FRBM provisions, governments are mandated to disclose their contingent liabilities, but that disclosure is restricted to liabilities for which they have extended an explicit guarantee.
The provision should be expanded to cover all liabilities whose servicing obligation falls on the Budget, or could potentially fall on the Budget, regardless of any guarantee.
Answer: (a) Only one ; Difficulty level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Freebies are short-term, populist measureswithout a long-term vision. They differ from welfare measures, which enforce the Directive Principles of State Policy.
The RBI defined freebies as “a public welfare measure that is provided free of charge”. It has distinguished freebies from long-term welfare measures.
Statement 2 is incorrect
The Election Commission of India has not defined freebies in legal and objective terms.
Statement 3 is incorrect
It will be unfair to label all freebies as Unproductive doles generating no welfare.
Arguments in favour of Freebies
Productivity Enhancement: Freebies ensure the fulfilment of the population’s basic needs, resulting in good health and consequential productivity.
More disposable income: With more disposable income supplemented by freebies, the economy may have a multiplier effect. For instance, reduced out-of-pocket expenditure occurred due to the Ayushman Bharat initiative.
Article 38 and the Preamble of the Indian Constitutionenvisage the Indian state as a welfare, socialist state. It emphasises the just social order.
Free food grains can counter deep-seated inequality and poverty in India. This can be observed in free food grains and supports them to counter deep-seated inequality and poverty in India. The same can be observed in Pradhan MantriGaribKalyan Anna Yojana.
Arguments against Freebies
Skewed Expenditure:With a greater share of freebies and populist measures, government expenditure favours certain sections. For instance, Rajasthan’s decision to revert to the old pension schemefavours 6% of the population yet costs 56% of the state’s revenues.
No Productivity Enhancement:MNREGA and other cash handouts are criticised based on poor or no productivity.
Environmental Unsustainability: The CAG report observed that free electricity for farmers in Punjab led to over-exploitation, a decline in groundwater level, and poor performance of DISCOMs.
Statement 4 is correct
Most of the borrowing that fund these freebies happens off budget, beyond the pale of FRBM.
The FRBM Acts of the Centre as well as States need to be amended to enforce a more complete disclosure of the liabilities on their exchequers.
The current FRBM provisions, governments are mandated to disclose their contingent liabilities, but that disclosure is restricted to liabilities for which they have extended an explicit guarantee.
The provision should be expanded to cover all liabilities whose servicing obligation falls on the Budget, or could potentially fall on the Budget, regardless of any guarantee.
Answer: (a) Only one ; Difficulty level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Freebies are short-term, populist measureswithout a long-term vision. They differ from welfare measures, which enforce the Directive Principles of State Policy.
The RBI defined freebies as “a public welfare measure that is provided free of charge”. It has distinguished freebies from long-term welfare measures.
Statement 2 is incorrect
The Election Commission of India has not defined freebies in legal and objective terms.
Statement 3 is incorrect
It will be unfair to label all freebies as Unproductive doles generating no welfare.
Arguments in favour of Freebies
Productivity Enhancement: Freebies ensure the fulfilment of the population’s basic needs, resulting in good health and consequential productivity.
More disposable income: With more disposable income supplemented by freebies, the economy may have a multiplier effect. For instance, reduced out-of-pocket expenditure occurred due to the Ayushman Bharat initiative.
Article 38 and the Preamble of the Indian Constitutionenvisage the Indian state as a welfare, socialist state. It emphasises the just social order.
Free food grains can counter deep-seated inequality and poverty in India. This can be observed in free food grains and supports them to counter deep-seated inequality and poverty in India. The same can be observed in Pradhan MantriGaribKalyan Anna Yojana.
Arguments against Freebies
Skewed Expenditure:With a greater share of freebies and populist measures, government expenditure favours certain sections. For instance, Rajasthan’s decision to revert to the old pension schemefavours 6% of the population yet costs 56% of the state’s revenues.
No Productivity Enhancement:MNREGA and other cash handouts are criticised based on poor or no productivity.
Environmental Unsustainability: The CAG report observed that free electricity for farmers in Punjab led to over-exploitation, a decline in groundwater level, and poor performance of DISCOMs.
Statement 4 is correct
Most of the borrowing that fund these freebies happens off budget, beyond the pale of FRBM.
The FRBM Acts of the Centre as well as States need to be amended to enforce a more complete disclosure of the liabilities on their exchequers.
The current FRBM provisions, governments are mandated to disclose their contingent liabilities, but that disclosure is restricted to liabilities for which they have extended an explicit guarantee.
The provision should be expanded to cover all liabilities whose servicing obligation falls on the Budget, or could potentially fall on the Budget, regardless of any guarantee.
Answer: (a) Only one ; Difficulty level: Medium
Question 4 of 6
4. Question
Q4. {S&T – Chemistry} Ketamine, sometimes seen in the news is related to which of the following?
Correct
Explanation
Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic that has some hallucinogenic effects.
It distorts the perception of sight and sound and makes the user feel disconnected and not in control.
It can induce a state of sedation (feeling calm and relaxed), immobility, relief from pain and amnesia and is abused for the dissociative sensations and hallucinogenic effects.
Owing to its powerful effects, ketamine is consumed by those patients who haven’t responded to traditional therapies.
Mental illness patients usually take ketamine through an IV, nasal spray or tablet once or twice a week for 6 to 8 weeks (some might need it for longer).
Ketamine is also used as a recreational drug, popularly known as K or Special K among club-goers.
India – It is included in the stringent schedule X of the Drug and Cosmetics act, 1940.
The drugs in schedule X, cannot be purchased over the counterwithout a valid prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner (RMP).
Ketamine can cause depression, delirium, amnesia, impaired motor function, high blood pressure and potentially fatal respiratory problems.
Answer: (d) A dissociative anesthetic that has some hallucinogenic effects ; Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic that has some hallucinogenic effects.
It distorts the perception of sight and sound and makes the user feel disconnected and not in control.
It can induce a state of sedation (feeling calm and relaxed), immobility, relief from pain and amnesia and is abused for the dissociative sensations and hallucinogenic effects.
Owing to its powerful effects, ketamine is consumed by those patients who haven’t responded to traditional therapies.
Mental illness patients usually take ketamine through an IV, nasal spray or tablet once or twice a week for 6 to 8 weeks (some might need it for longer).
Ketamine is also used as a recreational drug, popularly known as K or Special K among club-goers.
India – It is included in the stringent schedule X of the Drug and Cosmetics act, 1940.
The drugs in schedule X, cannot be purchased over the counterwithout a valid prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner (RMP).
Ketamine can cause depression, delirium, amnesia, impaired motor function, high blood pressure and potentially fatal respiratory problems.
Answer: (d) A dissociative anesthetic that has some hallucinogenic effects ; Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic that has some hallucinogenic effects.
It distorts the perception of sight and sound and makes the user feel disconnected and not in control.
It can induce a state of sedation (feeling calm and relaxed), immobility, relief from pain and amnesia and is abused for the dissociative sensations and hallucinogenic effects.
Owing to its powerful effects, ketamine is consumed by those patients who haven’t responded to traditional therapies.
Mental illness patients usually take ketamine through an IV, nasal spray or tablet once or twice a week for 6 to 8 weeks (some might need it for longer).
Ketamine is also used as a recreational drug, popularly known as K or Special K among club-goers.
India – It is included in the stringent schedule X of the Drug and Cosmetics act, 1940.
The drugs in schedule X, cannot be purchased over the counterwithout a valid prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner (RMP).
Ketamine can cause depression, delirium, amnesia, impaired motor function, high blood pressure and potentially fatal respiratory problems.
Answer: (d) A dissociative anesthetic that has some hallucinogenic effects ; Difficulty Level: Easy
Question 5 of 6
5. Question
Q5. {S&T – Defence} Consider the following pairs:
Nag
Short-range surface-to-air missile
Akash
Short-range surface-to-air missile
Agni-1
Intermediate-range surface-to-surface missile
Prithvi
Short-range surface-to-surface ballistic missile
How many of the above is/are correctly matched?
Correct
Explanation
Column 1 is incorrectly matched
The Nag missile, also called “Prospina” for the land-attack version, is an Indian third-generation, all-weather, fire-and-forget, lock-on after launch, anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) with an operational range of 500 m to 20 km depending on variant. It has a single-shot hit probability of 90% and a ten–year, maintenance–free shelf life.
Column 2 is correctly matched
Akash is India’s first indigenously produced short-range (up to 25 km) Surface-to-Air missile.
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) developed it to protect vulnerable areas and points from air attacks.
This nuclear-capablesupersonic missile can reach speeds up to Mach 2.5 (860 m/sec).
Akash Missile System engaged four aerial targets simultaneously, making Indiathe first to achieve this capability with a single firing unit.
Akash has been developed under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP).
Column 3 is incorrectly matched
The Agni-1 is a Short-Range Ballistic Missile (SRBM) developed by India as part of its Agni series of missiles. It is the first missile in the Agni series and is designed to be a strategic weapon capable of carrying a nuclear payload.
The Agni I has a range of 700–1,200 km. They are claimed to be a part of the “Minimum credible deterrence“.
Column 4 is correctly matched
Prithvi I class is a single-stageliquid-fuelled, Short-Rangesurface-to-surfaceballistic missile having a maximum warhead mounting capability of 1,000 kg, with a range of 150 km (93 mi). It has an accuracy of 10–50 m (33–164 ft) and can be launched from transporter erector launchers.
Answer: (b) Only two ; Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
Column 1 is incorrectly matched
The Nag missile, also called “Prospina” for the land-attack version, is an Indian third-generation, all-weather, fire-and-forget, lock-on after launch, anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) with an operational range of 500 m to 20 km depending on variant. It has a single-shot hit probability of 90% and a ten–year, maintenance–free shelf life.
Column 2 is correctly matched
Akash is India’s first indigenously produced short-range (up to 25 km) Surface-to-Air missile.
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) developed it to protect vulnerable areas and points from air attacks.
This nuclear-capablesupersonic missile can reach speeds up to Mach 2.5 (860 m/sec).
Akash Missile System engaged four aerial targets simultaneously, making Indiathe first to achieve this capability with a single firing unit.
Akash has been developed under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP).
Column 3 is incorrectly matched
The Agni-1 is a Short-Range Ballistic Missile (SRBM) developed by India as part of its Agni series of missiles. It is the first missile in the Agni series and is designed to be a strategic weapon capable of carrying a nuclear payload.
The Agni I has a range of 700–1,200 km. They are claimed to be a part of the “Minimum credible deterrence“.
Column 4 is correctly matched
Prithvi I class is a single-stageliquid-fuelled, Short-Rangesurface-to-surfaceballistic missile having a maximum warhead mounting capability of 1,000 kg, with a range of 150 km (93 mi). It has an accuracy of 10–50 m (33–164 ft) and can be launched from transporter erector launchers.
Answer: (b) Only two ; Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
Column 1 is incorrectly matched
The Nag missile, also called “Prospina” for the land-attack version, is an Indian third-generation, all-weather, fire-and-forget, lock-on after launch, anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) with an operational range of 500 m to 20 km depending on variant. It has a single-shot hit probability of 90% and a ten–year, maintenance–free shelf life.
Column 2 is correctly matched
Akash is India’s first indigenously produced short-range (up to 25 km) Surface-to-Air missile.
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) developed it to protect vulnerable areas and points from air attacks.
This nuclear-capablesupersonic missile can reach speeds up to Mach 2.5 (860 m/sec).
Akash Missile System engaged four aerial targets simultaneously, making Indiathe first to achieve this capability with a single firing unit.
Akash has been developed under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP).
Column 3 is incorrectly matched
The Agni-1 is a Short-Range Ballistic Missile (SRBM) developed by India as part of its Agni series of missiles. It is the first missile in the Agni series and is designed to be a strategic weapon capable of carrying a nuclear payload.
The Agni I has a range of 700–1,200 km. They are claimed to be a part of the “Minimum credible deterrence“.
Column 4 is correctly matched
Prithvi I class is a single-stageliquid-fuelled, Short-Rangesurface-to-surfaceballistic missile having a maximum warhead mounting capability of 1,000 kg, with a range of 150 km (93 mi). It has an accuracy of 10–50 m (33–164 ft) and can be launched from transporter erector launchers.
Answer: (b) Only two ; Difficulty Level: Easy
Question 6 of 6
6. Question
Q6. {IC – Parliament} Consider the following statements:
Both, the speaker of Lok Sabha and the chairman of Rajya Sabha, are empowered to suspend a MP, for maintaining the decorum of the house.
Maximum period of suspension of a MP is for the year.
Unlike the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, the Speaker of Lok Sabha is empowered to revoke the suspension of a MP.
Parliamentary proceedings cannot be questioned before a court.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Both the Speaker and Chairman are empowered to direct any Member, whose conduct is grossly disorderly, to withdraw immediately from the House.
Unlike the Speaker, the Rajya Sabha Chairman does not have the power to suspend a member automatically (i.e. a motion needs to be passed by the House).
Statement 2 is incorrect
The maximum period of suspension is for the remainder of the session.
Suspended members cannot enter the chamber or attend the meetings of the committees.
He will not be eligible to give notice for discussion or submission.
He loses the right to get a reply to his questions.
Statement 3 is incorrect
The Speaker has the authority to suspend a member, but the power to lift this suspension is not within her jurisdiction.
The House, if it wishes, decides through a motion to revoke the suspension.
Statement 4 is correct
Article 122 of the Constitution says parliamentary proceedings cannot be questioned before a court.
Although courts have intervened in the procedural functioning of the legislature like,
Maharashtra Legislative Assembly passed a resolution in its 2021 Monsoon Session suspending 12 BJP MLAs for a year.
The matter came before the Supreme Court, which held that the resolution was ineffective in law beyond the remainder of the Monsoon Session.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Tough
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Both the Speaker and Chairman are empowered to direct any Member, whose conduct is grossly disorderly, to withdraw immediately from the House.
Unlike the Speaker, the Rajya Sabha Chairman does not have the power to suspend a member automatically (i.e. a motion needs to be passed by the House).
Statement 2 is incorrect
The maximum period of suspension is for the remainder of the session.
Suspended members cannot enter the chamber or attend the meetings of the committees.
He will not be eligible to give notice for discussion or submission.
He loses the right to get a reply to his questions.
Statement 3 is incorrect
The Speaker has the authority to suspend a member, but the power to lift this suspension is not within her jurisdiction.
The House, if it wishes, decides through a motion to revoke the suspension.
Statement 4 is correct
Article 122 of the Constitution says parliamentary proceedings cannot be questioned before a court.
Although courts have intervened in the procedural functioning of the legislature like,
Maharashtra Legislative Assembly passed a resolution in its 2021 Monsoon Session suspending 12 BJP MLAs for a year.
The matter came before the Supreme Court, which held that the resolution was ineffective in law beyond the remainder of the Monsoon Session.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Tough
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Both the Speaker and Chairman are empowered to direct any Member, whose conduct is grossly disorderly, to withdraw immediately from the House.
Unlike the Speaker, the Rajya Sabha Chairman does not have the power to suspend a member automatically (i.e. a motion needs to be passed by the House).
Statement 2 is incorrect
The maximum period of suspension is for the remainder of the session.
Suspended members cannot enter the chamber or attend the meetings of the committees.
He will not be eligible to give notice for discussion or submission.
He loses the right to get a reply to his questions.
Statement 3 is incorrect
The Speaker has the authority to suspend a member, but the power to lift this suspension is not within her jurisdiction.
The House, if it wishes, decides through a motion to revoke the suspension.
Statement 4 is correct
Article 122 of the Constitution says parliamentary proceedings cannot be questioned before a court.
Although courts have intervened in the procedural functioning of the legislature like,
Maharashtra Legislative Assembly passed a resolution in its 2021 Monsoon Session suspending 12 BJP MLAs for a year.
The matter came before the Supreme Court, which held that the resolution was ineffective in law beyond the remainder of the Monsoon Session.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Tough
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13 Comments
6/6 !
Q.no – 3 and 6 were quite challenging, ngl
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Challenging questions
Got 1/6. My bad. Couldn’t score today. Btw question were good my prep. is lacking.
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3/6 Correct! Tricky ones today
Complete your prep then come to these questions idiot!!
6/6 !
Q.no – 3 and 6 were quite challenging, ngl
Very Good set yoh.. challenging for students
Good question framing.
Good question. Please keep providing such practice questions
Challenging questions
Got 1/6. My bad. Couldn’t score today. Btw question were good my prep. is lacking.
Complete your prep then come to these questions idiot!!
Hm some difficult one’s today.
Very relevant to prelims.
3/6 Correct! Tricky ones today
Complete your prep then come to these questions idiot!!
Hm some difficult one’s today.
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