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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding “no first use nuclear doctrine”.
1.It refers to a pledge or a policy by a nuclear power not to use nuclear weapons as a means
of warfare unless first attacked by an adversary using nuclear weapons.
2.Now the concept is also applied to chemical and biological warfare.
3.India became the first nation to propose and pledge no first use nuclear policy when it conducted nuclear tests under Pokhran-II in 1998.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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No first use nuclear doctrine refers to a pledge or a policy by a nuclear power not to use nuclear weapons as a means of warfare unless first attacked by an adversary using nuclear weapons. Earlier, the concept had also been applied to chemical and biological warfare.
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No first use nuclear doctrine refers to a pledge or a policy by a nuclear power not to use nuclear weapons as a means of warfare unless first attacked by an adversary using nuclear weapons. Earlier, the concept had also been applied to chemical and biological warfare.
Question 2 of 10
2. Question
2 points
Which of the following operations by Indian Military were related to Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) complex?
Operation Blue Star
Operation Black Thunder
Operation Cactus
Select the correct answer code:
Correct
Solution: b)
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Solution: b)
Question 3 of 10
3. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements.
1.In India, bank nationalisation started under the Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.
2.The basic idea behind Lead Bank Scheme (LBS) was to have an ‘area approach’ for targeted and focused banking.
3.Narasimham Committee of 1991 recommended that banks should be free to practise commercial modes of operation, with profitability as the primary goal.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Bank nationalisation started under the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi with nationalisation of 14 major lenders that accounted for 85 per cent of bank deposits in the country at that time. Six more banks were later nationalised in 1980. The core objective for nationalisation was to energise priority sectors at a time when the large businesses dominated credit profiles.
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Bank nationalisation started under the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi with nationalisation of 14 major lenders that accounted for 85 per cent of bank deposits in the country at that time. Six more banks were later nationalised in 1980. The core objective for nationalisation was to energise priority sectors at a time when the large businesses dominated credit profiles.
Question 4 of 10
4. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Chipko and Appiko Movements.
1.While Chipko Movement was the forest conservation movement in the North India, the Appiko Movement was the fight against tree-felling and deforestation in South India and both the movements took place simultaneously.
2.Both movements saw a significant participation of women.
3.Sunderlal Bahuguna was acknowledged as the leader of Chipko Movement.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: d)
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Solution: d)
Question 5 of 10
5. Question
2 points
Kuka Revolt of Punjab is aimed at
Correct
The Kuka Movement was founded in 1840 by Bhagat Jawahar Mal (also called Sian Saheb) in western Punjab. A major leader of the movement after him was Baba Ram Singh.
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The Kuka Movement was founded in 1840 by Bhagat Jawahar Mal (also called Sian Saheb) in western Punjab. A major leader of the movement after him was Baba Ram Singh.
Question 6 of 10
6. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements.
1.Bimbisara and Ajatasatru of Magadha accepted Buddha’s doctrines and became his disciples.
2.Buddha in his lifetime spread his message far and wide in north India and gave his thoughts regarding metaphysical questions like god, soul, karma, rebirth, etc.
3.Buddha never visited Nalanda.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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The most important disciples of Buddha were Sariputta, Moggallanna, Ananda, Kassapa and Upali. Kings like Prasenajit of Kosala and Bimbisara and Ajatasatru of Magadha accepted his doctrines and became his disciples. Buddha in his lifetime spread his message far and wide in north India and visited places like Benares, Rajagriha, Sravasti, Vaisali, Nalanda and Pataligrama. It should be noted that he did not involve himself in fruitless controversies regarding metaphysical questions like god, soul, karma, rebirth, etc., and concerned himself with the practical problems confronting man.
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The most important disciples of Buddha were Sariputta, Moggallanna, Ananda, Kassapa and Upali. Kings like Prasenajit of Kosala and Bimbisara and Ajatasatru of Magadha accepted his doctrines and became his disciples. Buddha in his lifetime spread his message far and wide in north India and visited places like Benares, Rajagriha, Sravasti, Vaisali, Nalanda and Pataligrama. It should be noted that he did not involve himself in fruitless controversies regarding metaphysical questions like god, soul, karma, rebirth, etc., and concerned himself with the practical problems confronting man.
Question 7 of 10
7. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements.
1.The Permanent Settlement system was introduced by the British to encourage investment in agriculture.
2.The British expected the Permanent Settlement system would help the emergence of a class of yeomen farmers who would be loyal to the Company
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution: c)
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Solution: c)
Question 8 of 10
8. Question
2 points
The revolt of 1857 marks a turning point in the history of India. Which of the following were the consequences of the revolt?
1.Company rule was abolished
2.British disrespected and neglected the rights of the native princes
3.The Indian states were to recognise the paramountcy of the British Crown
Select the correct code:
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The revolt of 1857 marks a turning point in the history of India. It led to far-reaching changes in the system of administration and the policies of the British government.
The direct responsibility for the administration of the country was assumed by the British Crown and Company rule was abolished.
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The revolt of 1857 marks a turning point in the history of India. It led to far-reaching changes in the system of administration and the policies of the British government.
The direct responsibility for the administration of the country was assumed by the British Crown and Company rule was abolished.
Question 9 of 10
9. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements
1.Jawaharlal Nehru was the first satyagrahi identified by Gandhi for the individual satyagraha
2.Jinnah and Ambedkar attended all the three Round table conferences.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Correct
Acharya Vinoba Bhave was the first Satyagrahi chosen by Gandhi as part of individual Satyagraha.
Only Ambedkar attended all the three Round table conferences.
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Acharya Vinoba Bhave was the first Satyagrahi chosen by Gandhi as part of individual Satyagraha.
Only Ambedkar attended all the three Round table conferences.
Question 10 of 10
10. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements
1.Congress Ministries resigned from the provinces in 1939 because the government did not allot them seats in the Executive Council.
2.Government of India Act, 1935 abolished dyarchy in the provinces and introduced provincial autonomy in its place.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Congress Ministries resigned from the provinces in 1939 because the consent of congress was not taken when British entered the WW – II for the participation of India in WW – II.
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Congress Ministries resigned from the provinces in 1939 because the consent of congress was not taken when British entered the WW – II for the participation of India in WW – II.