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UPPCS Prelims 2020: GS Paper I questions

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

History and Culture 24 questions

  1. Q2The rulers of which of the following dynasty have been called as 'Shriparvatiya' in Puranas ?Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q4The official 'Agronomoi' during Mauryan age was related with which of the following field ?Mauryas to GuptasAnswer being checked →
  3. Q6Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Harappan and VedicAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q8Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A)…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q10Which of the following Indian Archaeologists first visited 'Bhimbetka Caves' and discovered prehistoric…Harappan and VedicAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q12Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Harappan and VedicAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q14Consider the following statements and select the correct answer using the codes given below : 1. The Sun…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q16Who of the following was sent as representative of labourers by Indian Government in the Washington Summit of…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q18With reference to the Treaty of "Aix-la-Chapelle - 1748" which of the following statements is/are correct ?…British ruleAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q20Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…British ruleAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q21Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Harappan and VedicAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q22Who had merged Sikkim in India ?British ruleAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q24Who among the following leaders did NOT participated in the Second Round Table Conference ?Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q26Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q28Who among the following established a modern armoury in Dindigal Mysore in 1755 ?British ruleAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q30Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A)…British ruleAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q32Consider the following text and arrange them in chronological order : 1. Fatawa-i- Jahandari…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q34Who was the ruler of Golkonda when Aurangzeb seized the fort of Golkonda in 1687 ?Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q36Which of the following statement/s is/are correct ? 1. Akbar tried to fix the age of marriage for boys and…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q38Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q40Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ?Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q42Which of the following Mughal period canals, was constructed by restoring the Rajabwah of Firuz Shah ?Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q44Who among the following was the author of the book 'Kitab-i-Nauras' ?Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q134On which of the following dates, Constituent Assembly of India adopted the National Flag ?Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →

Polity 30 questions

  1. Q15The 'Atal Innovation Mission (AIM)' is a flagship initiative set up byGovernance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q19Which one among the following is NOT covered under Integrated Child Development Programme ?Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q49In which of the following States of India the first-ever E-Lok Adalat was started during the COVID-19 period ?JudiciaryAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q65Consider the following statements about New National Education Policy approved by Union Cabinet of India on…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q92Which Part of the Constitution has the Provisions for Panchayati Raj System ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q94When was the third tier added to Indian Federal System ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q96Which of the following is NOT possible by a law of Parliament under Article 3 of the Constitution ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q98In the removal of which of the following officials does the Parliament NOT play any role ? 1. Judges of the…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q100The superintendence, direction and control of all elections to the Panchayats are vested inFederalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q102Which one of the following pairs is NOT correctly matched ?Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q104Which Article of the Indian Constitution describe the Central Vigilance Commission ?Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q106Consider the following Chairpersons of the National Women Commission : 1. Jayanti Patnaik 2. Mamta Sharma…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q108Which region of the country conferred special status under Article 371-J of the Constitution of India ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q110Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched ?Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q112Which is the largest Committee of the Indian Parliament ?ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q114Which Articles of Indian Constitution are related to citizenship ?Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q116Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A)…Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q118What can be the minimum strength of Council of Ministers including Chief Minister in the States ?ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q120The Supreme Court of India enunciated the doctrine of "Basic Structure of the Constitution" inJudiciaryAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q121With reference to 'Ayushman Bharat Yojana' which of the following statement(s) is/are correct ? 1. This…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q122Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched ?Rights and dutiesAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q124Consider the following statements in the context of Attorney General of India : 1. The President shall…ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q125With reference to the 'HAUSLA - 2018' which of the following statement(s) is/are correct ? 1. 'HAUSLA - 2018'…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q126Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A)…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  25. Q128Joint sitting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha can take place to resolve deadlock overParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  26. Q130Which of the following gave legal basis to extra-ordinary powers exercised by the Government of India during…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  27. Q132Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  28. Q137Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists : List-I…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  29. Q140Which of the following statements is NOT correct for National Pension Scheme for Retail Traders/Shopkeepers…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  30. Q149With reference to the Skill India Campaign, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct ? 1. Prime…Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →

Geography 24 questions

  1. Q25Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q27The concept of 'Marginal Man' was propounded byIndia: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q50Which of the following tribes is NOT the native to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands of India ?India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q52Which of the following rivers is a Trans-Himalayan river ?India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q54Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Tribes - Location)India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q56Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q58Given below are two Statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other as Reason (R): Assertion (A)…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q60Which one of the following is the youngest mountain range of India ?India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q64Which of the following are NOT correctly matched ? (Mineral - Mining City) 1. Copper - Chitradurga 2. Iron…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q66Valley of Kashmir is situated betweenIndia: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q68Consider the following tributaries of River Yamuna and arrange them from West to East : 1. Betwa 2. Ken…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q70Which one of the following is NOT Correctly matched ? (Country - Iron-Ore Producing Area)World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q72In which of the following regions of the world, the production of citrus fruits is well developed ?India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q74Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q76Darling range is situated along which of the following coasts of Australia ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q78Which of the following ocean currents is associated with Indian Ocean ?Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q80Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q82Which one of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Country - Capital)World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q84Postmasburg and its adjacent areas of South Africa is major producer of which of the following minerals ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q86Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q88In Malaysia, the 'Kinta Valley' is famous forWorld and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q90The equator does NOT Pass through which of the following Countries ? 1. Gabon 2. Somalia 3. Equatorial Guinea…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q117What should be Total Fertility Rate (TFR) of a population in order to reach at the replacement level of…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q123The main objective of sustainable tourism isIndia: resourcesAnswer + explanation →

Economy 18 questions

  1. Q3Which of the following Committees recommended a poverty line based on nutritional requirements exclusively ?Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q5Which of the following indicators is NOT used to calculate Human Development Index (HDI) ?Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q7The idea of 'Cultural Poverty' was given byIndustry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q9During the mid 80's decade of twentieth century, the negative aspects of development were discussed at large…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q45The first 'Kisan Rail' of India started its journey on 8th August, 2020 between which of the following two…AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q57Which of the following State Governments has started 'Pashu-Kisan Credit Card' Scheme in year 2020 ?AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q69Which of the following Indian Foundations has received the Food Vision 2050 prize in August 2020 ?AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q113According to the Report released by NITI Aayog in December 2019 on 'Sustainable Development Goals India Index…Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q119Which of the following methods has/have been used to estimate poverty in India ? 1. Head Count Ratio…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q127India aims to achieve the 5 trillion dollar economy byGrowth and planningAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q129Human Development Report 1997 introduced the concept of Human Poverty Index (HPI) but Human Development…Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q131Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A)…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q133With reference to the World Bank's Ease of Doing Business Report, which of the following statement(s) is/are…Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q135Limit of investment for outstanding corporate bond for Foreign Portfolio Investment in Union Budget 2020-21…External sectorAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q138The Development, Monitoring and Evaluation Office, which monitors the progress of long term policies in an…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q143Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A)…Budget and taxesAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q145The Travel and Tourism Competitive Index (TTCI) is released byReports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q147Consider the following events and arrange them in chronological order : 1. Establishment of NABARD 2. Self…Money and bankingAnswer + explanation →

Environment 20 questions

  1. Q1National Clean Air Programme has been launched by the Central Government in the yearPollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q13The discussion on 'Sustainable Development' was started after submitting a report on environment to the…Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q17The book 'Silent Spring' published in 1962 which set the tone for an environmental movement in the world, was…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q29Which one of the following is NOT a major cause of Wildlife Extinction ?BiodiversityAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q48How many more 'Ramsar Sites' were added to Uttar Pradesh in January, 2020 ?Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q51With reference to the detailed report of Tiger Census 2018 released by Government of India in July 2020…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q62Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q67Which of the following Indian States/Union Territories launched Electric Vehicle Policy on 7 August, 2020 ?Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q75With reference to Eutrophication, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct ? 1. It decreases…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q77Arrange the following events in chronological order of their commencement : I. Project Tiger II. Project…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q79The movement of nutrient elements through the various components of an ecosystem is calledEcologyAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q81Where was the Mitti Bachao (Save the Soil) Movement started in India ?Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q83Without green house effect, the average temperature of earth surface would beClimate changeAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q85The entire sequence of communities that successively change in a particular area are calledEcologyAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q139Which one of the following is NOT a green house gas found naturally in the atmosphere ?Climate changeAnswer being checked →
  16. Q142Generally, environment can be classified as following categories. Which among the following is NOT a part of…EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q144The concept of 'Ecological Transition' was first used byEcologyAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q146Which of the following are the impacts of Global Warming ? 1. Rise in sea level 2. Melting of glaciers…Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q148Arrange the following events in chronological order and select the correct answer from the codes given below…Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q150The National Chambal Sanctuary does NOT fall in which of the following States ?Protected areasAnswer + explanation →

Science and Technology 17 questions

  1. Q33Which among the following became the first Arab Nation to launch the Mars Mission in July, 2020 ?SpaceAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q55'Sarthak' launched in August 2020 by Ministry of Defence, Government of India relates to which of the…Defence and ITAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q59On 27th July, 2020 Prime Minister of India virtually inaugurated three new Indian Council of Medical Research…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q87Which of the following natural substances contains iron (Fe) ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q89Change in the base sequence within a gene is calledBiology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q91Which of the following is used in fire alarm ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q93Which of the following polymer is NOT a thermoplastic ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q95In human body, the digestion of protein begins in which of the following organs ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q97Use of polished rice in human diet causes following diseasesBiology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q99Which of the following vitamins is mainly responsible for blood coagulation in human being ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q101Consider the following statements about human brain : 1. The brain is responsible for regulating the heart…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q103Which of the following substances is obtained from a tree ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q105Given below are two Statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other as Reason (R): Assertion (A)…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q107Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists : List-I…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q109Which one of the following substances is NOT synthetic ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q111Match List - I with List - II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists : List-I…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q141With reference to the programme "NIDHI" which of the following statement(s) is/are correct ? 1. The programme…Defence and ITAnswer + explanation →

International Relations and Current Affairs 10 questions

  1. Q31In August, 2020 Railway Museum in India was dedicated to the nation at which of the following places ?Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q35Which of the following neighbouring countries of India has banned free internet for social media in July…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q37Which of the following statement/s about 'India Ideas Summit, 2020' is/are correct ? 1. It was organised by…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q41Indian Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports announced on 25th July, 2020 that in 2021 fourth 'Khelo India…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q43Which of the following Indian Football Club became country's first ever football club to feature on NASDAQ…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q47Which of the following is NOT correctly matched ? (Summit - Place)International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q53Which among the following hosted 'Global Vaccine Summit' on 4th June, 2020 ?International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q63Which of the following countries was NOT elected in June 2020 as a non-permanent member of United Nations…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q71First ever containership from Kolkata Port to Agartala was sent through which one of the following Ports of…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q73Who among the following has been awarded with the 'Life Time Excellence' Award in Earth System Science in…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →

Uttar Pradesh Special 7 questions

  1. Q11No. of cities in U.P. which are covered under the 'Smart City' SchemeUP specialAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q23Kanpur and Lucknow cities of U.P. became million cities as per the census of India in the yearUP specialAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q39The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved on 29th July, 2020 to establish a National Law University at which of…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q46In which of the following districts of U.P. a major solar power plant was established in collaboration with…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q61Which of the following Airports in Uttar Pradesh has been granted International Status on 24th June, 2020 by…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q115Which of the following cities of Uttar Pradesh is/are covered under the 'Heritage City Development and…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q136In which of the following places the Bio-technology Park is located in Uttar Pradesh ?UP specialAnswer + explanation →