UPSC CAPF Paper 1 Mock Test - 5 (General & Mental Ability) - CDS MCQ

The Parliamentary Privileges Act 1987 in Australia was enacted to codify and clarify parliamentary privileges, providing a legal framework for the exercise of these privileges by members of Parliament.

It is not necessary that all countries that have c... moreonstitution are democratic. For ex. in french revolution, France was declared a constitutional monarchy but not democratic.

The correct answer is Hisar Airport.

• Hisar Airport is the first civil Airport of Haryana.
• Airports in Haryana are:
  • Ambala Air Force Station
  • Bhiwani Airport
  • Bhilwara Airport
  • Hisar Airport
  • Kalka Airport
  • Karnal Airport
  • Sirsa Air Force Station
• About Hisar:
  • It is the second-largest district of Haryana.
  • It is one of the 7 districts which was constituted with the establishment of Haryana.
  • It shares borders with Fatehabad, Jind, Rohtak and Bhiwani districts of Haryana.
  • It also shares a border with the state of Rajasthan.
  • It was established by Firozshah Tuglaq by the name "HISAR-I-FEROZA" in 1354 A.D.
  • According to the 2011 census,
    • The total population of Hisar is 1,743,931.
    • The Sex ratio of Hisar is 872.
    • The Literacy rate of Hisar is 72.89%.
    • The Population density of Hisar is 438.

When the soil has pH value greater than 11, it is termed as practically infertile.

Causes of high soil pH:

• Sources of alkalinity.
• Role of cations (Na and Ca)
• Influence of soluble salt levels
• Influence of carbon dioxide and carbonates.

Important Points 

1. If the pH in the case of saline soil is around 8.5, very good structure
2. And in the case of saline-sodic soil, it is from 8.5 to 10, good structure.
3. And in the case of sodic soil, it is generally greater than 10, structureless.

Note:

Why high pH soils are infertile:

The high pH caused due to the presence of sodium carbonate which is highly soluble.

This high pH causes fulvic and humic acid of organic matter to get dissolve and when the water evaporates, it gives the surface a black color.

This sodic soil creates physical disintegration and due to high sodium and low salt concentration, slaking, swelling and dispersion occurs which caused coagulation of soil particles as Vander Vaal forces dominate due to deficiency of hydrated ions. 

Complete dispersion causes soil crusting and as a result of this germination problem due to clogs that restrict soil and air movement and makes soil infertile.

Key Points

• Pollution is any undesirable change in physical, chemical, or biological characteristics of air, land, water, or soil.
• Agents that bring about such an undesirable change are called pollutants.
• Pollution can be broadly classified into 4 types - Air pollution, Water pollution, Noise pollution & Soil pollution.

Important Points

• Water pollution occurs when there is an addition of undesirable substances into water bodies.
• The sources of water pollution can be divided into 2 major groups:
  • Point source - It refers to the single identifiable sources like discharge pipes from a factory or sewage plant.
  • Non-point source - It refers to sources that do not originate from a single point. Example - agricultural run-offs.
• Factories and sewage treatment plants have proper drainage pipes leading to a water body for disposing their wastes and thus they are point sources of water pollution.
• Urban and Suburban lands cause water pollution by the field run offs and thus do not originate from a single point. Hence, they are non-point sources of water pollution.

• The hardness of water is that characteristic that prevents the formation of sufficient leather or foam.
• It occurs due to the presence of carbonates, bicarbonates, sulphates, chlorides of calcium and magnesium(Ca and Mg).
• The hardness of water is due to the presence of dissolved minerals of Ca2+, Mg2+, Al3+, Iron and other heavy elements. Specifically due to Calcium Sulphate, Calcium Bicarbonate, Calcium chloride, Magnesium Sulphate, Magnesium Bicarbonate and Magnesium chloride.​

The correct answer is In the districts of Ganganagar & Hanumangarh.

Key Points

• 'Ghagghar ka Maidan' is situated in the districts of Ganganagar and Hanumangarh.
• The Ghaggar-Hakra River is an intermittent river in India and Pakistan that flows only during the monsoon season.
  • The river is known as Ghaggar in India, before the Ottu barrage, and as the Hakra in Pakistan, downstream of the barrage, ending in the Thar desert.
• In pre-Harappan times the Hakra was a tributary of the Sutlej.
  • It is still connected to this paleochannel of the Sutlej, and possibly the Yamuna, which ended in the Nara River, presently a delta channel of the Indus River joining the sea via Sir Creek.

Additional Information

• The Ghaggar is an intermittent river in India, flowing during the monsoon rains.
  • It originates in the village of Dagshai in the Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh at an elevation of 1,927 meters (6,322 ft) above mean sea level and flows through Punjab and Haryana states into Rajasthan just southwest of Sirsa, Haryana, and by the side of Talwara Lake in Rajasthan.
  • Dammed at Ottu barrage near Sirsa, Ghaggar feeds two irrigation canals that extend into Rajasthan.
• The main tributaries of the Ghaggar are the Kaushalya river, Markanda, Sarsuti, Tangri and Chautang.
• The Kaushalya river is a tributary of Ghaggar river on the left side of Ghaggar-Hakra,
• It flows in the Panchkula district of Haryana state of India and confluences with Ghaggar river near Pinjore just downstream of Kaushalya Dam.

FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) attracted by globalization in India belongs to the multinationals.
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) refers to the investment made by foreign companies or individuals in the domestic market of another country. In the case of India, FDI attracted by globalization primarily belongs to multinational corporations. Here is a detailed explanation:
1. Definition of Foreign Direct Investment:
- FDI is a form of investment where a company or individual from one country invests in businesses or assets in another country.
- It involves a long-term commitment and control over the foreign enterprise.
2. Globalization and FDI in India:
- Globalization refers to the integration of economies and societies through cross-border flows of goods, services, capital, and technology.
- India has been actively involved in globalization, opening up its markets and encouraging foreign investments.
3. Attracting FDI:
- India, being one of the fastest-growing economies and having a large consumer market, attracts FDI from various sources.
- The government of India has implemented policies and reforms to attract foreign investors, such as easing regulations, improving infrastructure, and providing incentives.
4. Multinationals and FDI:
- Multinational corporations (MNCs) are companies that operate in multiple countries, with their headquarters in one country and subsidiaries in others.
- MNCs are major contributors to FDI inflows in India, as they seek to expand their market presence, access resources, and capitalize on the growth opportunities offered by the Indian market.
- Examples of multinational corporations investing in India include Walmart, Samsung, Amazon, and Toyota.
5. Other Sources of FDI:
- While multinationals are the primary source of FDI in India, there are other sources as well, such as foreign governments and sovereign wealth funds.
- Foreign governments may invest in India to strengthen diplomatic relations or support specific sectors.
- However, their contribution to FDI inflows is relatively smaller compared to multinationals.
6. Conclusion:
- In conclusion, FDI attracted by globalization in India primarily belongs to multinationals.
- Multinational corporations invest in India to expand their market reach and take advantage of the country's growing economy.
- The Indian government's efforts to attract FDI have resulted in increased foreign investments, driving economic growth and development in the country.

In cardinal utility approch utility is measured in numerical terms.And unit used for measurement is known as utils.

In the case of normal goods indifference curve is always convex.

The past two decades of globalisation has seen rapid movements in goods, services, and investments between countries.
- Globalisation refers to the increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of countries through the exchange of goods, services, and capital across borders.
- Over the past two decades, globalisation has accelerated, primarily driven by advancements in technology, transportation, and communication.
- This has resulted in significant movements in goods, services, and investments between countries, leading to various economic and social impacts.
- The movement of goods refers to the exchange of physical products between countries, facilitated by international trade agreements and the reduction of trade barriers.
- The movement of services involves the cross-border provision of intangible products such as tourism, banking, consulting, and IT services.
- The movement of investments includes foreign direct investment (FDI) and portfolio investment, where capital is invested in businesses and financial assets in foreign countries.
- These movements have been facilitated by the liberalization of financial markets, the establishment of multinational corporations, and the emergence of global value chains.
- Globalisation has resulted in both opportunities and challenges for countries. On one hand, it has led to increased economic growth, job creation, and access to a wider range of goods and services. On the other hand, it has also contributed to income inequality, environmental degradation, and cultural homogenization.
- Therefore, the correct answer to the question is option B: goods, services, and investments between countries.

Reducing government expenditure is not directly related to solving unemployment. However, increasing investment in infrastructure, encouraging entrepreneurship, and improving the education system can contribute to reducing unemployment by stimulating economic growth, creating job opportunities, and enhancing human capital development.

The liquidity preference theory, proposed by John Maynard Keynes, suggests that interest rates are determined by the demand for and supply of money. When the demand for money exceeds its supply, interest rates tend to rise, and vice versa.

India and the European Union (EU) signed a significant MoU on semiconductors, aiming to strengthen the supply chain and stay in sync with global advancements in the semiconductor industry.

Weighing nearly a trillion metric tonnes and covering an extensive area of 4,000 square km, the colossal iceberg A23a, originating from West Antarctica's Filchner-Ronne Ice Shelf in 1986, has broken its decades-long stillness, marking a noteworthy event in its movement after more than 30 years.

Martyrs' Day is observed on March 23rd annually to commemorate the deaths of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar, and Shivaram Rajguru in 1931. This day pays homage to the sacrifices made by these freedom fighters and honours their contribution to India's independence struggle.

Cerebral is centre of thinking, will power, reasoning and memory, experience and learning knowledge and articulate speech.

Organisms like Amoeba have flexible cell membrane due to which they can take in food material or engulf foreign bodies through the process called endocytosis.

Out of given energy sources only tidal energy is a renewable source of energy.

The cells in the intestine with microvilli are specialized for absorption and are columnar epithelial cells.

Let time taken to travel the first half = x hr 
⇒ Time taken to travel the second half = (10 - x) hr 

∵ Distance = Time * Speed
Distance covered in the first half = 21x 
Distance covered in the the second half = 24(10 - x)

∵  Distance covered in the the first half = Distance covered in the the second half
⇒ 21x = 24(10 - x)
⇒ 45x = 240
⇒ x = 16/3

Total Distance = 2 * 21(16/3) = 224 Km [∵ multiplied by 2 as 21x was the distance of half way]

The sum of speeds would be 0.08 m/s (relative speed in opposite direction). Also if we go by
option (b), the speeds will be 0.03 and 0.05 m/s respectively.
At this speed the overlapping would occur every 60 seconds.

Infinitely many. You can say 5.1 is a rational number lying between 5 and 6. 5.01, 5.001, 5.0001, 5.00001 and so forth.

Let's analyze the three statements related to different branches of Buddhism:

Statement 1:

"Hinayana Buddhism does not believe in idol or image worship of Buddha."

• This statement is correct. In Hinayana (also known as Theravada Buddhism), the focus is more on the teachings of Buddha and personal meditation rather than idol or image worship. Worship of Buddha’s images became more common with the Mahayana branch.

Statement 2:

"Mahayana Buddhism’s ultimate goal is spiritual upliftment for all beings."

• This statement is correct. Mahayana Buddhism emphasizes the Bodhisattva ideal, where the goal is to attain enlightenment not only for oneself but for the benefit of all sentient beings.

Statement 3:

"Vajrayana Buddhism incorporates Vedic rituals into its practice."

• This statement is incorrect. Vajrayana Buddhism does incorporate esoteric rituals and practices, but they are not derived from Vedic traditions. Instead, it draws on tantric practices which are unique to this form of Buddhism.

Conclusion:

The correct statements are 1 and 2.

Thus, the correct answer is:

Option 1: Only 1 and 2.

The company used to engage local merchants to procure goods from the market on its behalf. They were called dadni-merchants, because they received advances from the company for delivering goods under stipulated terms.

Dupleix was recalled in 1754 due to the initial defeat of the French army in the Second Carnatic War. The Carnatic Wars were a series of military confrontations between the English, the French, the Indian state of Mysore, and the Marathas. Three Carnatic wars were fought from 1746-1763

 

• As per the Queen's proclamation, the era of annexations and expansion had ended, and the British promised to respect the dignity and rights of the native princes. 

• Henceforth, the Indian states were to recognise the Paramountcy of the British Crown and were to be treated as parts of a single charge. 

• The people of India were promised freedom of religion without interference from British officials. The proclamation also promised equal and impartial protection under the law to all Indians, besides equal opportunities in government services irrespective of race or creed. 

Visceral muscle is also called the smooth muscle. 
Smooth muscle, neither striated in structure nor under voluntary control, is found within the walls of organs and structures such as the esophagus, stomach, intestine, bronchi, uterus, urethra, bladder, blood vessels and the arrector pili in the skin ( in which it controls erection of body hairs).