Quiz 1: GK – UPSC Exams – Modeled MCQs – Past Papers

(UPSC Prelims, 2011) A genetic disorder in which an extra copy of chromosome 21 is present is known as:

(UPSC Prelims, 2013) Consider the following historical places: 1. Ajanta Caves 2. Lepakshi Temple 3. Sanchi Stupa. Which of the above places is/are also known for mural paintings?

(UPSC Prelims, 2020) Which one of the following National Parks lies completely in the temperate alpine zone?

(UPSC Prelims, 2016) Which of the following best describes the term 'import cover'?

(UPSC Prelims, 2012) The Multi-dimensional Poverty Index developed by Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative with UNDP support covers which of the following?

(UPSC Prelims, 2015) With reference to 'Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation (IOR-ARC)', consider the following statements: 1. It was established very recently in response to incidents of piracy and accidents of oil spills. 2. It is an alliance meant for maritime security only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(UPSC Prelims, 2014) The 'Fortaleza Declaration', recently in the news, is related to the affairs of:

(UPSC Prelims, 2018) Consider the following pairs: Craft — Heritage site 1. Puthukkuli shawls — Tamil Nadu 2. Sujni embroidery — Maharashtra 3. Uppada Jamdani saris — Karnataka. Which of the pairs given above is/are correct?

(UPSC Prelims, 2017) In which of the following regions of India are shale gas resources found?

(UPSC Prelims, 2019) With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following statements: 1. No High Court shall have the jurisdiction to declare any central law to be constitutionally invalid. 2. An amendment to the Constitution of India cannot be called into question by the Supreme Court of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?