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BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 1
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Who presided Benaras Session of INC in 1905?

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Gopal Krishan Gokhale presided the Benaras Session of INC in 1905.

Gokhale was the political mentor of Gandhiji and he also found Servants of India Society in 1905.

Some more important sessions of INC.

1906-Calcutta- Dadabhai Naoroji.

1907- Surat- Ras Bihari Ghosh.

1908- Madras- Ras Bihari Ghosh.

Hence, the correct option is (c).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 2
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Where was the headquarter of Gadar Party?

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The Ghadar Party was an Indian revolutionary organisation primarily founded by Indians. The party was multi-ethnic and had Sikh, Hindu and Muslim leaders. The party was headquartered in San Francisco, United States.

The founders of Gadar Party- Sohan Singh Bhakhna and Lala Hardayal. In 1915 they conducted revolutionary activities in central Punjab and organised uprisings.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

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BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 3
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Which of the following options is not true about Charles Wood Dispatch?

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Charles Wood Dispatch was Set up in 1854 for Outlining the educational policy of India.

It emphasized once again the practical benefits of a system of European learning, as opposed to Oriental knowledge.

In accordance with Wood’s dispatch, Education Departments were established in every province and universities were opened at Calcutta, Bombay and Madras.

Wood’s Dispatch is called Magna Carta of English Education in India.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 4
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Pagal Panthi movement was organized in which state?
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The movement was started in the districts of Northern Bengal. Pagal Panthi was a semi-religious sect founded in Bengal by Karim Shah. It was later imparted by Tipu shah, Son and successor of Karam Shah. The movement was motivated by both religious and political motives and took the cause of the tenants against the oppression of the Zamindars.

While, in Meghalaya, Khasi uprisings were organized by Tirath Singh against Britishers. The revolted was suppressed by the British in 1833.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 5
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The 24th meeting of Conference of Parties (COP-24) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was held at?
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The 24th meeting of Conference of Parties (COP-24) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was held at Katowice, Poland.

COP24 is the informal name for the 24th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).

Hence, the correct option is (b).

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Which of the following states of India is the largest limestone producer?
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  • Over three-fourths of the total limestone of India is produced by Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh and Tamil Nadu.

  • Madhya Pradesh is the largest producer of limestone (16%).

  • Large deposits occur in the districts of Jabalpur, Satna, Betul, etc.

  • Rajasthan has about 6 per cent of the reserves and produces over 16 per cent of the total limestone of India.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 7
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Rajiv Gandhi Thermal Power Station is located in which state of India?
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  • The Rajiv Gandhi Thermal Power Station is situated in Kedar in the Hisar district of Haryana.

  • It is one of the lowest-cost power projects in India so far, this power plant is a coal-based power plant of HPGCL.

  • This thermal power plant has 2 units with a total installed capacity of 600 MW.

  • It was commissioned in 2010.

  • The total estimated cost of the project is around Rs 4297 crores.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 8
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Which of the following rivers is not part of the Indus river system?
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The Indus water system of rivers comprises the main Indus and its major tributaries: Kabul River Kurram River, Jhelum River, Chenab River, Ravi River, Beas River and the Sutlej on the left. All the given rivers in the options are part of the Indus river system.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 9
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How many states have reported a reduction in parasitic intestinal worm infection or Soil-Transmitted Helminthiases (STH) in India as per Ministry of Health and Family Welfare report?
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In accordance with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) 14 states have reported a reduction in parasitic intestinal worm infection or Soil-Transmitted Helminthiases (STH) which has a harmful effect on children’s physical growth and can cause anaemia and under-nutrition. This feat has been achieved due to the regular deworming through Albendazole tablet as advised and approved by the World Health Organization (WHO) for treatment of intestinal worms in children and adolescents (1-19 years) living in areas with high STH burden. It is a part of Mass Drug Administration (MDA) programmes globally. Notably, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh (HP), Meghalaya, Sikkim, Telangana, Tripura, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Bihar have shown substantial reduction in worm prevalence.

Hence the correct answer is option (c).

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Which of the following country’s Parliament has become the first national government to pass an Environment and Climate Emergency?
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UK Parliament becomes the first national government to pass an exemplary measure, that is, a national declaration of an Environment and Climate Emergency. This move marks a The dealing with climate change. The declaration was preceded by a visit by teenage activist Greta Thunberg (to the Parliament), the feature of David Attenborough’s documentary movie titled ‘Climate Change: The Facts’ and the 11-days of constant protest by an environmental group ‘Extinction Rebellion‘. The decision of emergency in Parliament caters to national reductions and investment in the reduction of carbon emissions and saving the planet compared to its 1990 levels.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 11
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Who was a prominent poet in the court of Samundragupta?
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Harisena, also called Harishena or Hirisena, was a 4th-century Sanskrit poet, panegyrist, and government minister. He was an important figure in the court of the Gupta emperor, Samudragupta.

He wrote Prayag Prashasti in the valour of Samundragupt.

Harisen played vital role in coronation of Samundragupta with Kumaradevi.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 12
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Which of the following deserts is located in southern Mongolia?
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The Gobi Desert is a large desert or brushland region in Asia.

It covers parts of Northern and Northeastern China and of Southern Mongolia.

The desert basins of the Gobi are bounded by the Altai Mountains.

The Gobi is notable in history as part of the great Mongol Empire and as the location of several important cities along the Silk Road.

The Sahara Desert is the world's hottest.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 13
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Airports Authority of India (AAI) is planning to develop at least 100 Airports, Waterdromes, and Heliports by ‘which’ year under UDAN (“Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik”) – Regional Air Connectivity Scheme?
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Airports Authority of India (AAI) is planning to develop at least 100 Airports, Waterdromes, and Heliports by 2024 under UDAN (“Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik”)-Regional Air Connectivity Scheme. The Fourth Anniversary of the UDAN Scheme was observed on 21st October, 2020. A video conference was organized to commemorate the anniversary, Pradeep Singh Kharola, Civil Aviation Secretary, Arvind Singh; Chairman of AAI participated in the virtual conference. Airports Authority of India (AAI) is the implementing agency of UDAN.

Hence the correct answer is option (b).

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Who has been appointed as the new finance secretary of India?
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Rajiv Kumar is appointed as the new finance secretary. The appointment was approved by the Appointments Committee of Cabinet (ACC).

He is to head one of the key economic policymaking divisions of the government and ministry of finance.

Finance Secretary is the administrative head of the Ministry of Finance, and is the principal adviser to the Finance Minister on all matters of policy and administration within the Finance Ministry. As a Secretary to Government of India, the Finance Secretary ranks 23rd on Indian Order of Precedence.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 15
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Which of the following is a Single-Window Integrated Environmental Management System that has been developed in pursuance of the spirit of ‘Digital India’ and capturing the essence of Minimum Government and Maximum Governance?
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PARIVESH (Pro-Active and Responsive facilitation by Interactive, Virtuous and Environmental Single-window Hub)

It is an environmental single window hub for Environment, Forest, wildlife and CRZ clearances. This Single-Window Integrated Environmental Management System has been developed in pursuance of the spirit of ‘Digital India’ and capturing the essence of Minimum Government and Maximum Governance.

It has been rolled out for online submission, monitoring and management of proposals submitted by Project Proponents to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MOEFCC), as well as to the State Level Environmental Impact Assessment Authorities (SEIAA).

The system has been designed, developed and hosted by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, with technical support from National Informatics Centre, (NIC).

Hence, the correct option is (d).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 16
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Netherlands collaborated in e-health initiative with which nation?
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India and the Netherlands on Friday discussed a joint thrust in e-health sector with the purpose of providing digital health facilities and security to Indians and helping the Netherlands accelerate the digital transformation of health. Part of India's ambitious National Digital Health Mission (NDHM), this collaboration will see the two countries work closely to create capacities and put in place the requisite technology backbone to enable this revolutionary initiative, according to a statement.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 17
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With regard to Tourism in Bihar, which of the following districts of Bihar is not included in Sufi Circuit?
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  • Sufi Circuit is a spiritual tourism circuit. Development and promotion of spiritual/pilgrim circuits are primarily undertaken by the State Governments/Union Territory Administrations themselves. The Central Ministry of Tourism provides Central Financial Assistance (CFA) for tourism projects.

  • The objective of Sufi circuit is to promote tourism attracting adherents of Sufism.

  • Sufi Circuit of Bihar includes: Jehanabad, Patna, Munger, Nalanda and Rohtash.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 18
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Who has been appointed Saudi Arabia’s first female ambassador to the United States?
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Saudi Arabia has named a princess as its first female ambassador to the United States.

Princess Reema bint Bandar replaced Prince Khalid bin Salman, the younger brother of the powerful crown prince who was appointed vice defence minister in a flurry of late-night royal decrees announced on state media.

Princess Reema, the daughter of a former longtime ambassador to the US, has been a leading advocate of female empowerment in the kingdom.

Hence, the correct option is (a).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 19
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When did Delhi become the capital of British India?
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In 1911, the capital of British India was transferred from Calcutta to Delhi. In this year, Delhi Darbar was organised at Delhi to welcome and celebrate the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary as Emperor and Empress of India.

During the Darbar the King announced the transfer of capital. But the transfer was completed in 1912.

Hence, the correct option is (c).

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What is the Current Repo Rate of India?
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The current repo rate in India is 4.00%, effective from 09th Oct 20. Repo rate is the rate at which banks borrow money from RBI. Whereas, the reverse repo rate is the rate of interest at which RBI borrows money from commercial banks.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

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Who published the newspaper “Young India”?
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Young India was a weekly paper or journal in English published by Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi from 1919 to 1931. Gandhi wrote various quotations in this journal that inspired many. He used Young India to spread his unique ideology and thoughts regarding the use of nonviolence in organising movements and to urge readers to consider, organise, and plan for India's eventual independence from Britain. In 1933 Gandhiji started publishing a weekly newspaper, Harijan, in English.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 22
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UIDAI introduced Aadhaar PVC card, a new form of Aadhaar recently. Who is the CEO of UIDAI?
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The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) introduced a new form of Aadhaar, namely, Aadhar polyvinyl chloride (PVC) card. The Aadhaar PVC card has enhanced security features and is more convenient to carry. The pocket-sized verifiable identity card can be obtained at a price of Rs 50. Aadhaar card holders can order the new Aadhaar PVC card even if their mobile number is not registered in Aadhaar. Pankaj Kumar is the CEO of UIDAI.

Hence the correct answer is option (b).

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Who approved 300 million US dollar loan for Rajasthan's water supply?
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India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a 300 million US dollar loan to finance inclusive and sustainable water supply and sanitation infrastructure and services in 14 secondary towns of the state of Rajasthan. The project aims at providing better quality and more sustainable Water Supply and Sanitation (WSS) services in the project towns. it will improve quality of life in these towns, including for the poor and vulnerable after signing the loan agreement.

Hence, the correct option is (c).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 24
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Whom did Jahangir appointed as the governor of Bihar?
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Nur-ud-din Muhammad Salim known by his imperial name Jahangir (August 1569 – 28 October 1627) was the fourth Mughal Emperor, who ruled from 1605 until his death in 1627.

When Jahangir became the emperor he appointed Lal Beg, also known as Baz Bahadur, as the governor of Bihar.

Baz Bahadur effectively suppressed the rebellion of Sangam Singh, constructed a Sarai called Noor Sarai. Next governor of Bihar was Islam Khan.

Hence, the correct option is (c).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 25
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A certain amount earns simple interest of Rs. 1750 after 7 years. Had the interest been 2% more, how much more interest would it have earned?
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We need to know the S.I., principal and time to find the rate.

Since the principal is not given, so data is inadequate.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

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Which Country had the highest burden of infant deaths due to air pollution in 2019 according to the 3rd State of Global Air 2020 (SOGA 2020) report?
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The 3rd State of Global Air 2020 (SOGA 2020) report was released by United States (US)-based Health Effects Institute (HEI) and Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation’s (IHME) Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Project in which India recorded the highest annual average PM 2.5 concentration exposure in the world in 2019 followed by Nepal (2nd), and Niger (3rd). India is also among the top ten countries with highest ozone (O3) exposure in 2019. Qatar recorded the highest O3 exposure followed by Nepal and India. India had the highest burden of infant deaths due to air pollution followed by Nigeria (67,900), Pakistan (56,500), and Ethiopia (22,900). Over 116,000 infants in India died within a month after their birth due to exposure to severe air pollution in 2019.

Hence the correct answer is option (c).

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The Nelong Valley is a rocky desert in the Himalaya, it is located in which state of India?
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  • The Nelong Valley is situated near the Indo-China border in the Uttrakhand Himalayas.

  • It is located at an altitude of 11,000 feet (3352.8 meters) above the sea level.

  • The Nelong Valley is a rocky desert in the Gangotri National Park.

  • The Bhotiya tribe was the original inhabitants of the valley.

  • Long before Tibet was occupied by China, Nelong Valley was an essential trade route between Tibet and India.

Hence, the correct option is (c).

BPSC Practice Test - 13 - Question 28
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Which of the following acts known as Morley-Minto reform?
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The Indian Councils Act 1909 or Morley-Minto Reforms or Minto-Morley Reforms was passed by British Parliament in 1909 in an attempt to widen the scope of legislative councils, placate the demands of moderates in Indian National Congress and to increase the participation of Indians the governance.

Hence, the correct option is (c).

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Due to which event the Non-Cooperation Movement was called off by Mahatma Gandhi?
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Non-Cooperation Movement was called off because of the Chauri-Chaura Incident. The Chauri-Chaura incident happened on 5th Feb 1922 in Gorakhpur District of Uttar Pradesh, when a group of protesters, participant of Non-Cooperation Movement clashed with the local police. The police opened fire on the protester, which was followed by heavy retaliation from the protester, who later ended up burning the police station, Killing all its occupants. Gandhiji wished the movement to be violent free, and with the violence being stuck at Chauri-Chaura, Gandhi had no other option than to call of Non-Cooperation Movement.

Khilafat was a part and support of Non-Cooperation movement While Kakori Robbery case was a revolutionary adventure happened in 1925 near Lucknow. Swaraj Party was establishment after the movement was called off.

Hence, the correct option is (b).

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In which year was the partition of Bengal annulled?
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The partition of Bengal was announced by Lord Curzon on 20th July 1905. It divided Bengal into Two parts dividing the Muslim and Hindu population of the state. It was annulled later in 1911. In the same year in 1911, Indian capital was shifted to Delhi from Calcutta.

Bengali Hindus, who held a strong foothold in the business and in the rural areas, complained that the partition of Bengal would make them a minority in their state, which would ultimately be incorporated with Bihar and Orissa. With the partition, Muslims founded their own national organizations, though Bengali Hindus were unhappy with this arrangement. In 1911, Bengal was reunited keeping in mind the Bengali sentiment.

Hence, the correct option is (d).

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