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MCQ Practice Test & Solutions: BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 (150 Questions)

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  • - Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • - Duration: 120 minutes
  • - Number of Questions: 150

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BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 1
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The precursor of Indian National Congress was:

Detailed Solution: Question 1

The precursor of Indian National Congress was Indian Association. Indian Association was established in 1876 by Surendra Nath Banerjee and Ananda Mohan Bose.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 2
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x is a consecutive whole number and the first four values of expression x3 + 3y -3 are 7, 20, 45, 88, then the fifth value is :

Detailed Solution: Question 2

Given expression x3+3y−3

Put the value of x=1

1+3y−3=7,

3y -2 = 7

3y = 9

y = 3

In Given expression Put the value of x=2

8+3y−3=20,

3y + 5 = 2

3y = 15

y=5

then

x = 1, y = 3

x = 2 , y = 5

same as x=5,y=11

The fifth value of expression is =53+3.11−3

= 125 + 33 -3

= 125 + 30

= 155

Hence, the correct option is (b).

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BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 3
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Which of the following is responsible for controlling hereditary characters of the living cells?

Detailed Solution: Question 3

The DNA in the cell nucleus makes up the genetic material (i.e., genome) of all living organisms. Hereditary characteristics, or traits, are encoded in nucleotide sequences hundreds of base pairs long. These DNA sequences are genes.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 4
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India’s first Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) laboratory will be set up in which State?

Detailed Solution: Question 4

The observatory, which will cost 12.6 billion rupees (US$177 million) and is scheduled for completion in 2024, will be built in the Hingoli District of Maharashtra state in western India.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 5
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Who is the first Indian to win two Paralympic Gold Medals?

Detailed Solution: Question 5

Devendra Jhajharia (born 10 June 1981) is an Indian Paralympic javelin thrower competing in F46 events. He is first Indian Paralympian to win two gold medals at the Paralympics.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 6
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Which of the following Iron ores is mined at Bailadila?

Detailed Solution: Question 6

Hematite iron ore.

Hematite iron ore is mined at Bailadila which is located in Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 7
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Which of the following is a silk textile producing centre in Bihar?

Detailed Solution: Question 7

Bhagalpur is a silk textile producing centre in Bihar. Bhagalpur considered as the biggest trade centre of Eastern India, the city is famous for its unique silk fabrics called 'Tussah or Tusser'.

Hence, the correct option is (c).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 8
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Which of the following National Highways connect Chhapara and Gopalganj?

Detailed Solution: Question 8

National Highway No.85 connect Chhapara and Gopalganj.“The state road construction department, under 'project highway-II' has constructed state highway number 90 between Chhapra and Gopalganj. The 64km-long stretch from national highway-101 at Mohammadpur in Gopalganj district will connect NH-19 in Chhapra district.

Hence, the correct option is (c).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 9
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A Panchayat Samiti at the block level in India is only a/an:

Detailed Solution: Question 9

The three-tier Panchayat Institutions consist of a Gram Panchayat at the lowest level, Panchayat Samiti at the Block level and Zila Parishad of the District level. The “administrative authority’ at the block level is Panchayat Samiti.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 10
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The expression „Socialist” was introduced in the Preamble of Indian Constitution by which amendment?

Detailed Solution: Question 10

In the preamble of Indian Constitution the word 'socialist' was added in the 42nd Constitution Amendment. This constitution amendment was done in the year 1976.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 11
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If sign + represents multiplication, × addition, – division, ÷ difference, > equal and = represents greater than, then which of the following relation is true?

Detailed Solution: Question 11

5 × 6 – 3 ÷ 3 + 1 > 4 will represent 5 + 6 ÷ 3 - 3 × 1

= 5 + 2 - 3 × 1

= 5 + 2 - 3

= 4

Hence, the correct option is (d).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 12
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At which of the following towns the Alaknanda and the Bhagirathi combines to form River Ganga?

Detailed Solution: Question 12

Devprayag is the confluence of two holy rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi to form Ganga. According to religious scriptures, Devprayag is one of the five important holy confluences.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 13
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Match the following :

Detailed Solution: Question 13

The Union List or List-I is a list of 98 numbered items (after 101st Constitutional amendment act 2016, entry 92 and 92c removed) (the last item is numbered 97) given in Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate. The legislative section is divided into three lists: the Union List, State List and Concurrent List.

The State List or List-II is a list of 59 items(after the 101st Constitutional amendment act, 2016, entry number 52 and 55 deleted.) . Initially, there were 66 items in the list in Schedule Seven to the Constitution of India. The legislative section is divided into three lists: Union List, State List and Concurrent List.

The Concurrent List or List-III (Seventh Schedule) is a list of 52 items (though the last subjects. is numbered 47) given in the Seventh Schedule to the Constitution of India. It includes the power to be considered by both the union and state government.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 14
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Service tax was introduced in India on the recommendation of :

Detailed Solution: Question 14

Service Tax was first introduced in 1994 when Dr. Manmohan Singh was the Finance Minister. The initial rate was only 5% and was levied on only 3 services.

Hence, the correct option is (c).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 15
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The economist who for the first time scientifically determined National Income in India :

Detailed Solution: Question 15

The first attempt to calculate national income of India was made by Dadabhai Naoroji in 1867 – 68, who estimated per capita income to be ₹ 20. The first scientific method was made by Professor VKRV Rao in 1931-32, but was not very satisfactory.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 16
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Black revolution is related to the:

Detailed Solution: Question 16

Black Revolution is related to the Crude oil production. Crude petroleum is originally found in black colour. It is also known as 'Black Gold'. In order to increase the production of crude oil, the term "Black Revolution" was coined in India.

Hence, the correct option is (c).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 17
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Bank rate means:-

Detailed Solution: Question 17

Bank rate is the rate charged by the central bank for lending funds to commercial banks. Description: Bank rates influence lending rates of commercial banks.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 18
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Who was the leader of revolutionaries in Bihar during the Revolt of 1857?

Detailed Solution: Question 18

Singh led the Indian Rebellion of 1857 in Bihar. He was nearly eighty and in failing health when he was called upon to take up arms. He was assisted by both his brother, Babu Amar Singh and his commander-in-chief, Hare Krishna Singh.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 19
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A, B, C, Invested 20 lac rupees in a business in the ratio 7 : 2 : 1. The total profit is 20%. A has to pay 30% tax and B hast to pay 20% tax. A's net profit is what percent of B's net profit.

Detailed Solution: Question 19

A, b, c, invested 20 lac rupees in a business in the ratio 7 : 2 : 1. The total profit is 18%.

then let a , b, c invested rupees 7x , 2x , x

now,

7x+2x+x = 20 lac

10x = 20 lac

x = 2 lac

then A and b invested rupees = 14 lac and 4 lac

A 's total profit=1400000×18%

=Rs. 252,000

A's net profit = 252000-252000×tax(30% )

=Rs. 176400

B's total profit = 400000×18%

=Rs. 72000

B's net profit = 72000- 72000×tax(20%)

=Rs. 57600

we have.

percent of net profit of a is more than the net profit of b

= 306.25%

Hence, the correct option is (c).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 20
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In the following pie-chart, the various expenditures of an industry are presented. Total expenditure on raw material is Rs.30 lac. If labour expenditure is increased by 5%. How much expenditure on other expenses be reduced to maintain the profit?

Detailed Solution: Question 20

Total expenditure of labour (3000000/120) × 90 = 2250000

New expenditure of labour (2250000/100) × 105 = Rs.2362500

Total increment of labour 2362500 − 2250000 = Rs112500

Other expenditure (3000000/120) × 70 = Rs.1750000

% increased By (112500/1750000) × 100 = 6.43%

Hence, the correct option is (c).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 21
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LPG used as domestic fuel chiefly contains:

Detailed Solution: Question 21

LPG is composed mainly of propane and butane, while natural gas is composed of the lighter methane and ethane.

Hence, the correct option is (e).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 22
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Which among the following Harappan site terracotta of ‘plough’ was found?

Detailed Solution: Question 22

A clay model of plough has been found from Banawali. It is an archaeological site belonging to Indus Valley Civilization period in Fatehabad district of Haryana. Banawali is earlier called Vanavali, is situated on the left bank of dried up Saraswati river.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 23
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At which of the following places the Copper Industry is located?

Detailed Solution: Question 23

The copper industry is established in Khetri. Khetri is located in Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan. The major copper mines are the Khetri copper belt in Rajasthan, Singhbhum copper belt in Jharkhand and Malanjkhand copper belt in Madhya Pradesh which are mined by HCL; Singhbhum belt is mined by M/s Indian Copper Complex.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 24
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In human body, Vitamin A is stored in:

Detailed Solution: Question 24

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is stored in the liver. There are two types of vitamin A that are found in the diet. Preformed vitamin A is found in animal products such as meat, fish, poultry, and dairy foods. Provitamin A is found in plant-based foods such as fruits and vegetables.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 25
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Who is known as father of Dyarchy?

Detailed Solution: Question 25

Dyarchy, system of double government introduced by the Government of India Act (1919) for the provinces of British India. It marked the first introduction of the democratic principle into the executive branch of the British administration of India. Sir Leonil Cartis is known as father of Dyarchy.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 26
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Which journal was not associated with the revolutionary activities?

Detailed Solution: Question 26

A revolutionary movement (or revolutionary social movement) is a specific type of social movement dedicated to carrying out a revolution.

Hence, the correct option is (e).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 27
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Which of the following is/are listed among the Directive Principles in Part-IV of the Constitution of India?

I. Equal Pay for Equal Work.

II. Uniform Civil Code.

III. Small family norm.

IV. Education through mother tongue at primary level.

Detailed Solution: Question 27

The Directive Principles of State Policy are listed in Part IV of the Constitution, they are fundamental in the governance of the Nation. Equal pay for equal work for men and women(article 39) and securing for all citizens a Uniform Civil Code(article 44) are Directive Principles.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 28
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Who organised the “Khudai Khidmatgar” in 1929?

Detailed Solution: Question 28

In 1929, Khuddai Khidmatgar was organized by Abdul Gaffar Khan. Abdul Gaffar Khan is famous as Seemant Gandhi. The movement was led by Abdul Ghaffar Khan, known locally as Bacha Khan, Badshah Khan, or Sarhadi Gandhi. It gradually became more political as its members were being targeted by the British Raj. By 1929 its leadership was exiled from the province and large numbers were arrested.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 29
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The Iran-Pakistan Gas pipeline is also called as:-

Detailed Solution: Question 29

The Iran-Pakistan Gas pipeline is also called as Peace pipeline. The Iran–Pakistan gas pipeline, also known as the Peace pipeline, or IP Gas, is an under-construction 2,775-kilometre (1,724 mi) pipeline to deliver natural gas from Iran to Pakistan.

Hence, the correct option is (c).

BPSC Prelims Past Year Paper- 2016 - Question 30
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Which of the following is the newest member of the Eurozone?

Detailed Solution: Question 30

Newest member of the Eurozone is Lithuania.

Lithuania is situated at the edge of the Baltic Sea, in Europe its capital is Vilnius.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

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