MPPSC Paper 1 (GS) Mock Test - 8 - MPPSC (Madhya Pradesh) MCQ

Whatsapp, Google Talk, and Viber all are instant messaging applications. Instant messaging (IM) technology is a type of online chat that offers a real-time transmission of texts over the internet.

Rajasthan will host the India-UAE joint military exercise 'Desert Cyclone 2024'. The inaugural edition of this bilateral drill will be held in Rajasthan from 2 January to 15 January 2024.

The total amount of money in circulation with the people at a point in time is called Money supply. 

The RBI publishes data for four measures of money supply are M1, M2, M3, M4. M1 and M2 are known as narrow money. M3 and M4 are known as broad money.

Broad money is the measure of Money Supply which includes a wider scope of money apart from coins and demand deposits.

• M1=CU+DD (Currency and Demand deposit)
• M2=M1+Savings deposits with Post Office Savings
• M3=M1+Net time deposits with commercial banks
• M4=M3+total deposits with Post Office Savings

• A leased line is a method used by telephone companies to provide internet services and it is mainly used by businesses to connect two geographically distant offices. 
• These are used to connect mainframe computers with terminals and remote sites. 
• It is different from the broadband connection since it is a dedicated connection between one's premises and the local exchange and also leased line offers a fixed bandwidth with identical upload and download speeds.  

• Amoeba reproduces asexually through binary fission.
• Amoeba is a small unicellular shapeless organism with a porous membrane of the cell that encloses the organelles of the cytoplasm and cells.
• The common asexual reproduction technique called binary fission reproduces amoeba.
• After replicating the genetic material by mitotic division, the cell divides into two equal-sized daughter cells.
• The genetic material is therefore distributed equally; the daughter cells are also genetically similar to each other and the parent cell.
• In this process, by the process of Karyokinesis, the nucleus of the Amoeba first divides to form two daughter nuclei.

Other than Madhya Pradesh, the Betwa river also flows through Uttar Pradesh.

About River Betwa:

• It originates from the Vindhyachal Ranges of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh.
• Betwa is the important tributary of the river Yamuna.
• The length of the river Betwa is around 590 Km.
• Important cities on the bank of the river Betwa are Vidisha, Sanchi, and Orcchaa.
• Raj Ghat Dam is situated on the river Betwa.
• Ken-Betwa river interlinking project is the proposed project to transfer the surplus water from River Ken to Betwa in order to meet the water needs of the drought-prone Bundelkhand Region of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.

Harishankar Parsai, who hailed from Madhya Pradesh, was a famous writer in Satire.

• Nithalle Ki Diary, Apni Apni Bimari, and Do Naak Vale Log are some of his notable writings.
• He won Sahitya Akademi Award in 1982, for his satirical work “Viklaang Shraddha ka daur’’.

Stanford University has revealed Mobile ALOHA, a robotic system that builds on Google DeepMind's ALOHA, focusing on mobility and dexterity to elevate bimanual mobile manipulation capabilities.

The current hydrogen demand in Uttar Pradesh is estimated at 900,000 tonnes per annum, particularly in sectors such as fertilizers and refineries. This highlights the existing market size and potential for growth.

Article 326 of the Constitution provides that the elections to the House of the People and to the Legislative Assembly of every State shall be on the basis of adult suffrage, that is to say, a person should not be less than 21 years of age.

Article 123 of the Constitution grants the President certain lawmaking powers to promulgate Ordinances when either of the two Houses of Parliament is not in session and hence it is not possible to enact laws in the Parliament. In the State, the Governor can promulgate an ordinance. Article 213 provides the Governor with this power.

India's first indigenous spy satellite, slated for launch via SpaceX, was developed by Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL).

The correct answer is Option 2.

Key Points

• In India, First Past the Post (FPTP) system is followed in Lok Sabha as well as state legislative assembly elections.
• This system offers voters a choice not only between parties but also between candidates.
• In this system, the candidate who secures the highest number of votes in that constituency is declared elected.
• Features of First Past the Post system:
  • The country is divided into small geographical units called constituencies.
  • Every constituency elects one representative,
  • Voters vote for a candidate,
  • A party may get more seats than votes in the legislature,
  • The winning candidate need not secure a majority of the votes.

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• Two-Round System (TRS): It takes place in two rounds. The first round is conducted in the same way as the FPTP.
  •  If no candidate or party receives an absolute majority, then the second round of voting is held and the winner of this round is declared elected.
• Block Vote (BV): Voters have as many votes as there are seats to be filled in their district, and are usually free to vote for individual candidates regardless of party.
• Party Block Vote(PBV):  Voters have a single vote, and choose between party lists of candidates rather than between individuals. The party which wins the most votes takes all the seats in the district, and its entire list of candidates is duly elected. 

The correct answer is Narmada.

Key Points

• Dhuandhar Fall is located on the Narmada River in Bhedaghat and is 30 meters high.
  • The Dhuandhar Falls is a waterfall in Jabalpur district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.
  • It is also known as the Smoke cascade and is located at Bhedaghat 30 km from Jabalpur.
  • A dip in the holy river is believed to wash away one’s sins.

Additional Information 

The correct answer is i - b, ii - c, iii - d, iv - a.

Key Points

The trophic levels represent the hierarchical levels in an ecological food chain, indicating the position of organisms based on their feeding relationships. Here's the explanation for the correct match:

• First trophic level - phytoplankton:
  • The first trophic level typically consists of primary producers that convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.
  • Phytoplankton are microscopic plants that form the base of aquatic food chains.
• Second trophic level - zooplankton:
  • The second trophic level comprises primary consumers that feed on the primary producers.
  • Zooplankton, which includes tiny animals, consume phytoplankton, placing them at the second trophic level.
• Third trophic level - fishes:
  • The third trophic level involves secondary consumers that feed on primary consumers.
  • In aquatic ecosystems, fishes are often positioned at the third trophic level as they consume zooplankton or other smaller organisms.
• Fourth trophic level - human:
  • The fourth trophic level represents tertiary consumers, which are higher-order predators.
  • Humans, being omnivores or carnivores, are often placed at the fourth trophic level in food chains when they consume animals from lower trophic levels.​ 

There are basically two sources of energy:

Advantage of non-conventional sources of energy

• They do not pollute the atmosphere. 
• They are well suited for decentralised use.
• They are available in large quantities.

But the statement that 'they are noise-free sources of energy' is not the advantage as wind energy creates noise, so option 1 is correct.

The correct answer is President of India.

Key Points

• The Judge of the state high court is appointed by President of India.
• Article 214 of the Indian Constitution says that there shall be a high court for each state.
  • Every High Court shall consist of a chief justice and such other judges that the President may decide.
  • Judges of the high court are removed by the president on the same ground and manners as the judges of the supreme court are removed.
• Article 217 of Indian Constitution-
  • Every Judge of a High Court shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal after consultation with the Chief Justice of High Court and the Governor of the State.
  • A person shall not be qualified for appointment as a Judge of a High Court unless he is a citizen of India and-
    • (a) has for at least ten years held a judicial office in the territory of India; or
    • (b) has for at least ten years been an advocate of a High Court 3 or of two or more such Courts in succession.
  • If any question arises as to the age of a Judge of a High Court, the question shall be decided by the President after consultation with the Chief Justice of India and the decision of the President shall be final.
• Article 226 deals with the power of the High court to issue a direction, order, and writs for enforcement of fundamental rights and other legal rights.
• Article 231 deals with the establishment of a common High Court for two or more States.

The correct answer is Tomb of Sultan Balban.

Key Points

• ​Tomb of Sultan Balban:
  • It is located in Mehrauli, New Delhi.
  • It is considered to be the first structure to have a true dome and an arch.

Additional Information

• Adhai din ka Jhonpra:
  • It is one of the oldest mosques in India and is located in the city of Ajmer, Rajasthan.
  • It is built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak.
• Quwwat ul Islam Mosque:
  • It is located within the Qutub Minar complex at Mehrauli in Delhi.
  • It was built by the Qutub-ud-din Aibak.
• Alai Darwaza:
  • It is the southern gateway of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque.
  • It is made up of red sandstone.
  • It was built by Alauddin Khalji in 1311 AD.
  • It is located in the Qutb complex, Mehrauli, Delhi.
• Alai Minar An incomplete Minar ambitiously started by Sultan but was left incomplete. 

The correct answer is April 1914.

Key Points

• Tana Bhagat movement was started in April 1914 and end in 1919.
• It was a tribal movement started by Jatra Bhagat and Turia Bhagat in Chota Nagpur Plateau now in Jharkhand state.
• It is also known as Oraon Tana Bhagat Movement.
• The Tana Bhagats opposed the taxes imposed on them by the British and they staged a Satyagraha (civil disobedience movement).
  • They opposed the zamindars, the Banias (moneylenders), the missionaries, and the British.

The correct answer is 

Key Points

• The first Digital Science Park of India is being established in Kerala. Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for this landmark project, which marks a significant milestone in Kerala's transformation into a knowledge economy.
• The Digital Science Park is expected to promote research and development, as well as provide a platform for technology startups and small and medium-sized enterprises in the state.
• The project is part of Kerala's efforts to transform itself into a knowledge economy, with a focus on emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics.
• The park will be developed by the Kerala Startup Mission, in collaboration with the Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation.
• The park is expected to provide a boost to the state's IT and electronics industry, as well as create job opportunities for the youth in the region.

Additional Information

• Kerala is a state located on the southwestern coast of India, known for its high human development index, literacy rate, and progressive social policies.
• Thiruvananthapuram is the capital of Kerala.
• The state has a rich history of maritime trade, as well as a diverse cultural and linguistic heritage.
• Kerala is also known for its tourism industry, with popular destinations such as Munnar, Alleppey, and Kovalam.

The correct answer is The Madhya Pradesh Panchayat Raj Evam Gram Swaraj Adhiniyam, 1993.

Key Points

• Madhya Pradesh Panchayat Raj Evam Gram Swaraj Adhiniyam, 1993:
  • ​It is an act to consolidate and amend the law relating to the establishment of Panchayats with a view to ensure effective involvement of the Panchayati Raj Institutions in the local administration and development activities.
  • According to this act, there are three levels of the Panchayati Raj system:
    • Gram Panchayat
    • Janpad Panchayat
    • Jila Panchayat
  • All three levels have a tenure of 5 years.

The correct answer is 1 only.

Key Points

• Madhya Pradesh was the first state in India to nationalize 100% of the forest. Hence statement 1 is correct.
• Madhya Pradesh's government publicize the first forest policy in 1952 and a new forest policy was announced in 2005.
• Madhya Pradesh Forest Development Authority was accepted in 2010.
• Madhya Pradesh is the first state to bring 100% nationalization of forests in 1970. Hence statement 2 is not correct.
• These forests grow in areas that collect rainfall of around 100 to 150 cm.
• These forests are majority found in the area of Sidhi, Balaghat, Mandla, Umaria, Seoni, Anuppur, and Shahdol.

The correct answer is Sanskrit.

Key Points

• The Harshacharita is the biography of Indian emperor Harshavardhana, who ruled North India from 606 to 647 CE and was a ruler of the Vardhana dynasty.
• It was written by Banabhatta, who was a Sanskrit writer in the seventh century CE and was the Court Poet (Asthana Kavi) of Harshavardhana.
• It was the first composition of Banabhatta and marks the beginning of the writing of historical poetic works in the Sanskrit language.
• It was written in poetic prose which narrates the biography of the emperor Harsha in eight chapters.
• It was translated into English by Edward Byles Cowell and Frederic William Thomas in 1897.​

Additional Information

• Banabhatta also wrote the drama 'Kadambri’.
• Emperor Harshavardhana wrote the book Nagananda, Ratnavali, and Priyadarsika.
• Pushyabhuti was the founder of the Vardhana dynasty or Pushyabhuti dynasty.​

The correct answer is option 4

Key PointsMelghat Corridor:

• The Satpura Tiger Reserve is a classic example of a highland eco-system in the central region.
• It covers an area of about 10000 sq. km including the forest areas of Chhindwara Hoshangabad Betul Harda Khandwa and Melghat. 
• It is an important part of the wider landscape.
• The forest area of Hoshangabad Harda North Betul and West Betul forests comes under the Satpura Melghat corridor. Hence option 4 is correct.
• Apart from this the Satpura Pench Corridor passes through the forest area of West Chhindwara and North Betul Forest Division.

The correct answer is Police.

Key Points

• Schedule Seven
  • Article 246 of the Constitution confers legislative powers on the Parliament and the State Legislatures on the subjects enumerated in the Seventh Schedule.
  • This Schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the division of powers between the Union government and State governments.
  • It defines and specifies the allocation of powers and functions between Union & States. It contains three lists; i.e. 1) Union List 2) State List and 3) Concurrent List.
  • As per Seventh Schedule 'Police' and 'Public Order' are State subjects under the Constitution and as such the primary responsibility of prevention detection registration investigation and prosecution of crimes including crimes against SC/ST lies with the State Governments and Union Territory Administrations. Hence Option 4 is correct.
    

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