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UPPCS Prelims 2019: GS Paper I questions

150 solved questions with answers and explanations, grouped by subject.

History and Culture 26 questions

  1. Q12Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q13Arrange the following battles in chronological order and select the correct answer from the codes given below…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q14With reference to Hath Yog, which of the following statement is/are correct ? Hath Yog was practiced by…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q15Which one of the following is NOT the characteristics of 'Iqta System' ?Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q16Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Books) - (Writers)Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q17In which year was the 'Native Marriage Act' passed ?1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q18Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q19Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Event) - (Year)Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q20Arrange the following events in a chronological order and select the correct answer from the codes given…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q21The trial of the Officers of the I.N.A. was held inFreedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q22Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…British ruleAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q35Jaipur was listed as 'World Heritage Site' by the UNESCO 'World Heritage Committee' in its 43rd Session held…ArchitectureAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q41Central Institute of Indian Languages is located at which of the following places ?Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q87Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ?Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q88Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below : List-I: A. Mulla…Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q89Who among the following kings had given patronage to Tansen before Akbar ?Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q90Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists : List-I…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q91Arrange the following monuments in a chronological order and select the correct answer from the codes given…ArchitectureAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q92With reference to Mansabdari system, which of the statements is/are correct ? Mansabdari system was the…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q93Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists : List-I: A…British ruleAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q94Arrange the following events in a chronological order and select correct answer from the codes given below…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q95With reference to the Civil Administration in 1905, which of the statements is/are correct ? Lord Curzon…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q96Who prepared "C.R. Formula" to remove the political deadlock between Muslim League and Indian National…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q97'The Rise and Growth of Economic Nationalism in India' was written by1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  25. Q109Which of the following temples is also known as Khajuraho of Vidarbha ?ArchitectureAnswer + explanation →
  26. Q117The book 'Venushilpa' by Chitracharya Upendra Maharathi relates to which of the following form of arts ?Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →

Polity 27 questions

  1. Q23With reference to the National Calendar, which of the statements is/are correct ? The National Calendar of…Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q24In which year was accounting separated from auditing and Comptroller and Auditor General's task only remained…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q26Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Rights and dutiesAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q27With reference to the federal system in India, which of the statements is/are correct ? States have no right…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q28Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ?Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q29How many items are there in the 11th Schedule of the Constitution of India ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q30With reference to Prime Minister's Office (PMO) which one of the statements is/are correct ? It came into…ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q31The provisions of the sixth Schedule of Indian Constitution are applicable in which of the following states ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q32Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ?JudiciaryAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q33The Money Bill is defined in which Article of the Constitution of India ?ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q37The National Programme launched on October 10, 2019 by the Indian Government to encourage talented children…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q40Rural Sanitation Strategy launched by Ministry of Jal Shakti in September 2019 relates to which of the…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q68Under the Civil Registration System (CRS), it is legally mandatory to register birth and death events within…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q72Which of the following Direct Benefit Scheme (DBS) has been recognized by the 'Guinness Book of World Record'…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q98In which of the following 'the provisions for the protection and improvement of environment and safeguarding…Rights and dutiesAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q99With reference to Panchayats which of the statements is/are correct ? Fifty percent seats shall be reserved…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q100Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sangathan (MKSS), a Social Movement has been associated with which of the following in…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q101National Social Assistance Programme does not include the following scheme for 'Below Poverty Line' householdsGovernance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q102Who said 'India is a Quasi-Federal State' ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q103Arrange the following events in a chronological order and select the correct answer from the codes given…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q104Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…JudiciaryAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q105National Panchayati Raj Day in India is celebrated onFederalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q106Which of the following Article was inserted by the 42nd Constitution Amendment to provide for participation…Rights and dutiesAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q107What is the legal nature of the Preamble of the Constitution ?Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  25. Q108Which of the following is correct about the heading of the Article 162 of the Constitution of India ?ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  26. Q140Which of the following is a Nodal Institution for implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in India ?Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  27. Q142Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →

Geography 22 questions

  1. Q1Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q2Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q3Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q4Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Tribe) - (Place)World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q5Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q6Which one of the following is the correct sequence of the hills of Central India located from West to East ?India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q7Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q8'Imphal Basin' surrounded by Manipur hills is a fine example ofIndia: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q9Which of the following rivers is famous for its fault valley drainage ?India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q10Which one of the following natural regions is known as 'Land of Big Games' ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q11With reference to the Himalayan range, which of the statements is/are correct ? The sedimentary rocks of the…India: rivers and reliefAnswer being checked →
  12. Q76In the Suez canal region, the correct order of lakes lying from North to South direction isWorld and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q77Telegraphic Plateau is a part ofClimate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q78Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q79Which one of the following cities is NOT located on the Trans-Siberian rail route ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q80Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Wind) - (Country)Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q81Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q82Which one of the following peaks is NOT located in India ?India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q83The winter rains caused by Western disturbance in North Western Plain of India gradually decreases fromIndia: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q84In which of the following rivers, the upper course contains fresh water but saline water flowing at the lower…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q85'Moribund Delta' is a subdivision of which of the following Delta ?India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q130Which one of the following is associated with 'Albedo' ?Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →

Economy 15 questions

  1. Q25Who opposed Planned Development in India ?Growth and planningAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q65Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q66Multidimensional poverty index includes : Health Education Living Standard Select correct answer from the…Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q70The Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) shows the relationship between per capita GDP and environmental loss…Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q73With reference to the National Food Security Act, which of the following statements is/are correct ? It will…AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q74With reference to the measures of Tenancy Reform in India, which of the statements is/are correct ?…AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q75With reference to the functions of Public Sector in India, which of the following statements is/are correct ?…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q116Which among the following was the first 100 percent organic state in the world ?AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q141Arrange the following Committees formed for small scale sector in a chronological order and select the…Industry and social sectorAnswer being checked →
  10. Q143Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q144The Dependency Ratio in India is declining becauseIndustry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q147The number of persons who remained unemployed for a major part of the year is calledIndustry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q148With reference to the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), which of the statements is/are correct ?…Industry and social sectorAnswer being checked →
  14. Q149Physical Quality of Life Index (PQLI) is developed byReports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q150What is the India's rank in the Global Hunger Index (GHI) in 2017 ?Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →

Environment 19 questions

  1. Q42India aims to achieve land degradation neutrality by the yearClimate changeAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q55What is true about ecosystem ?EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q56With reference to Eutrophication, which of the following statements is/are correct ? It is a phenomenon of…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q57The environment modified by human activities is calledEcologyAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q58Which of the following statement is NOT true ?BiodiversityAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q59Which one of the following is the well known example of bioindicator of air pollution ?Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q61Which of the following is an example of herbicide ?Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q62The gas, which is emitted in the paddy fields and increases the earth's temperature isClimate changeAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q67Arrange the following events in chronological order of their commencement and select correct answer from the…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q71Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q119United Nations Climate Action Summit 2019 was held at which of the following cities ?Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q132Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ?Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q133Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…BiodiversityAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q134The amount of energy during transfer from one tropic level to another in an ecosystemEcologyAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q136Smog is essentially caused by the atmospheric presence ofPollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q137The 'Global - 500' Award is given for rare achievement in which of the following fields ?Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q139The most biodiversity rich area in India isBiodiversityAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q145Which of the following Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) will target to water availability for all and its…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q146Who has propounded the concept of 'Limit to Growth' ?Climate changeAnswer + explanation →

Science and Technology 27 questions

  1. Q43Which Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle was used by ISRO to launch Chandrayaan-2 spacecraft ?SpaceAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q45Which of the following organisms has white blood ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q46Nitrogen fixing bacteria make combination with cells of the roots ofBiology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q47What happens when some charge is placed on a soap bubble ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q48Which of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q49Which of the following substances is NOT a protein ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q50A liquid remains hot or cold for a long time in thermos flask because there is no loss or gain of heat byPhysics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q51Which of the following glands in human body acts both as a endocrine gland as well as an exocrine gland ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q52Which one of the following materials contains calcium ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q53Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Substance) - (Use)Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q54Tulsi plant has medicinal values due to the presence of the followingBiology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q60Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q64The First Union Territory of India to run 100 percent on solar energy isPhysics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q69National Family Health Survey (NFHS) - 5 does not includeBiology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q120Use of polished rice in human diet causes the following diseaseBiology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q121Which of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched ? (Vitamin) - (Rich Source)Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q122Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q123Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists : List-I: A…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q124A sample of any of the following substances disappears after sometime when exposed to air like camphor…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q125The phenomenon used in optical fibre for transmission of light energy isPhysics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q126Which of the following statements about enzymes is/are correct ? They are biocatalysts. They perform their…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q127Mother's milk provides almost complete diet to the new-born, but it lacks the followingBiology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q128Arrange the following substances in chronological order of their first synthesis in lab : Black gold…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q129Bibliometry isDefence and ITAnswer + explanation →
  25. Q131With reference to the Deep Carbon Observatory (DCO) which of the following statements is/are correct ? It is…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  26. Q135Which of the following is associated with biological nitrogen fixation ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  27. Q138Black-hole isSpaceAnswer + explanation →

International Relations and Current Affairs 13 questions

  1. Q34Cross border oil pipeline inaugurated by P.M. Modi in September 2019 connects which of the following cities ?International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q36The newly appointed Managing Director of I.M.F. isInternational relationsAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q38Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists : List-I: A…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q39The 2019 Nobel Prize for Economics was given to a woman for the second time, name the first woman who was…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q44Which of the following statements about India's largest Charkha is/are true ? It was inaugurated in Noida. It…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q63At which of the following places is the Secretariat of the International Solar Alliance (I.S.A.) located at…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q110Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q111In October, 2019 India announced to establish a High Commission in which African country ?International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q112According to NITI Aayog which of the following states is at the top in the India Innovation Index 2019 ?Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q113The author of the Booker Prize Winner 2019 book's "Girl, Women, Other" isSchemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q114Whom did P.V. Sindhu beat to win the first ever Gold Medal for India in Women's Single Badminton Championship…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q115Which hydropower plant in Bhutan was inaugurated recently by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi ?International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q118Para athlete Deepa Malik, who has been awarded Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award 2019, belongs to the sportSchemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →

Uttar Pradesh Special 1 questions

  1. Q86Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…UP specialAnswer + explanation →