MPSC MCS Prelims Mock Test - 1 - MPSC MCS (Mizoram) MCQ

The Gathasaptasati, attributed to a Satavahana king named Hala, comprises 700 verses in Prakrit.

The Maldives has formally requested India to withdraw its military personnel by March 15, indicating a shift in its foreign policy under President Mohamed Muizzu, who has hinted at a pro-China stance.

The Himalayan Wolf has been assessed for the first time and classified as 'Vulnerable' by the IUCN Red List, reflecting concerns over its declining population due to habitat loss and illegal hunting.

The theme for Indian Army Day 2024 is "In Service of the Nation," which aligns with the Indian Army's motto, emphasizing the commitment to national service over personal interests.

Manoj Kumar, the CMD of Vekoli, was awarded the IMMA Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his contributions and achievements in his field.

The British Museum opened its doors on January 15, 1759, becoming one of the world's oldest public museums and a major repository of knowledge and culture.

Rohit Sharma became the first men's player to achieve 150 T20I appearances, highlighting his remarkable career and consistency in the shortest format of the game.

The Rahgeere Anand Utsav aims to foster community joy by organizing various sports and cultural activities, promoting inclusivity and local traditions among the residents.

The World Economic Forum in Davos focused on 'Rebuilding Trust,' addressing global crises such as climate change, conflicts, and misinformation, which are pressing issues in today's world.

The security agreement signed between Ukraine and Britain reinforces Ukraine's parliamentary democracy, aiming to enhance defense cooperation amid regional tensions.

Cyclone Alvaro, which hit Madagascar, marked the first cyclone of 2024, demonstrating the ongoing challenges posed by tropical storms in vulnerable regions.

Ayodhya's Hanuman Garhi Besan Ladoo received GI Tag recognition, protecting its unique identity and promoting its cultural significance in Indian cuisine.

Youth Co:Lab is an initiative designed to empower youth-led start-ups, fostering entrepreneurship and innovation among young people across the country.

Smriti Irani, along with other political leaders, participated in the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, representing India's interests on a global platform.

Thousands of flights, within, into or out of the United States were delayed or cancelled due to a technical glitch.
The US Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) NOTAM (Notice to Air Missions) system, which alerts pilots and other flight personnel about hazards or changes to airport facility services, was not processing updated information.

The decline of the Vardhana Dynasty can be attributed to various factors, including weak successors who lacked the leadership qualities of Harsha, invasions by the Hunas, and internal conflicts among regional powers. These factors collectively led to the disintegration of the empire.

Mughal miniature paintings were characterized by their small size, absorption of Indian atmosphere, and courtly and aristocratic themes, but they did not represent Indian emotions or scenes from the daily life of the Indians.

Hinduism is still prevalent in Bali, where it arrived as early as the sixth century. The people of Bali continue to be Hindus, and even today, the caste system is found in Bali.

The discovery of the Indus Valley Civilization was made in the 1920s by archaeologists such as Sir John Marshall.

Mahatma Gandhi led the Dandi March, also known as the Salt Satyagraha, in 1930. It was a significant civil disobedience campaign organized as part of the Indian independence movement against the British colonial rule. Gandhi and a group of followers marched from Sabarmati Ashram to the coastal village of Dandi in Gujarat, where they defied the British salt monopoly laws by producing salt from seawater. The Dandi March played a pivotal role in mobilizing the masses and raising awareness about the Indian independence struggle.

The most important outcome of Alexander's invasion of India was the establishment of direct contact between India and Greece in different fields. His campaign opened up four distinct routes by land and sea, and he sent 200,000 oxen from India to Macedonia for use in Greece.

King Harshavardhana embraced Hinayana Buddhism later in his life under the influence of the Chinese traveler Hieun Tsang.

King Harshavardhana's empire centered around Kanauj.

The Zamindar was not the owner of the land and peasants could not be dispossessed of land as long as they paid land revenue.

The Gond Rani Durgavati (1524–1564) ruled for fifteen years before losing her life in a battle with Mughal emperor Akbar's general Asaf Khan in 1564.

A "stratovolcanic boundary" is not a recognized type of plate boundary. The correct term is "stratovolcano," which refers to a specific type of volcano.