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UPPCS Prelims 2023: GS Paper I questions

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

History and Culture 29 questions

  1. Q23With reference to the invaders in ancient India, which one of the following is the correct chronological…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q24'Milind Panho' is in the form of a dialogue between King Milind and Buddhist Saint. The concerned saint was –Buddhism and JainismAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q25Charak Samhita is divided into how many chapters and sections?Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q26Which officer was known as 'Bhagadugha' during Vedic administration?Harappan and VedicAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q27Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the code given below the lists – List-I…Harappan and VedicAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q28Eastern boundary of the Harappa culture is indicated by which of the following?Harappan and VedicAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q29With reference to the Puranas, which one of the following statements is correct? 1. Information about the…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q30Which of the following pairs (School of Thought – Proponent) is correctly matched?Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q31With reference to the Captain Hawking's, which of the following statements is correct? 1. He came to India in…Medieval IndiaAnswer being checked →
  10. Q32Who was 'Khareetadar'?Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q33Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists – List-I (Book)…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q34Which of the following is not correctly matched?Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q35Consider the reign of following Peshwas and arrange them in chronological order – I. Balaji Viswanath II…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q36Which among the following ruler of Kashmir abolished Zaziya and Cow Slaughter?Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q37Who among the following translated 300 volumes of Sanskrit books collected by Firoz Tuglaq during the…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q38Tappa style of music was refined and developed in which of the following Mughal Emperor's Court?Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q39Which of the following (Poetess – Compositions) is not correctly matched?Art and cultureAnswer being checked →
  18. Q40Which one of the following (Place of the revolt of 1857 – Start of rebellion) is not correctly matched?1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q41In 1918, the United Provinces Kisan Sabha was formed by which of the following leaders?Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q42Which among the following organisations was responsible for throwing a bomb at Viceroy Lord Hardinge in Delhi?1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q43By which of the following Acts, the system of 'Chamber of Princes' with 120 members was created?Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q44With reference to the E.V. Ramaswami Nayakar, which of the following statement/s is/are correct? 1. He…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q45What was the name of the female Regiment constituted as a part of the Azad Hind Fauj by Netaji Subhash…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q46Who was the leader of rebellion in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh during 1857?1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  25. Q47Which of the following events was the last in chronological order?Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  26. Q48Who among the following women freedom fighter was not associated with 'Quit India Movement'?Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  27. Q76Who is the Author of the famous Novel "All the Lives We Never Lived", which received the Sahitya Akademi…Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  28. Q79Who composed the Golden Globe Award winning song "Naatu Naatu"?Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  29. Q85Who among the following has authored the book "Spare"?Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →

Polity 24 questions

  1. Q1Which among the following (Provision – Part of the Constitution) is not correctly matched?Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q2Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists : List-I: A…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q3Consider the following events and arrange these in correct chronological order starting from the earliest to…Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q4Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other as Reason (R) – Assertion (A)…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q5With reference of the election of the Vice-President of India, which is declared void by the Supreme Court of…ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q6Who among the following is the first women Speaker in Lok Sabha?ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q7Which one of the following pairs (Schedule – Subjects) is not correctly matched?Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q8The Constitution of India initially permitted the use of English language for all official purposes for a…Constitution basicsAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q9Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other as Reason (R) – Assertion (A)…ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q10With reference to Union Finance Commission, which of the following statement/s is/are correct? 1. Finance…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q11Consider the following statements concerning the powers of the Supreme Court to issue certain writs to stop…JudiciaryAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q12With reference to the Attorney General of India, which of the following statement/s is/are correct? 1. A…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q13With reference to the composition of the Legislative Council in a state of India, which of the following…ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q15With reference to the post's in Secretariate of the Parliament, which of the following statement/s is/are…ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q16Which of the following statements is not true regarding 'Gram Sabha'?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q17All elections to the Panchayats are conducted by –Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q18With reference to the recommendations of the Ashok Mehta Committee (1977) on Panchayati Raj, which of the…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q19The resignation letter by a Judge of Supreme Court is addressed to –JudiciaryAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q20Which of the following is not a part of the Article 20 of the Constitution of India?Rights and dutiesAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q21Which of the following Provision is a part of both Directive Principles of State Policy and Fundamental…Rights and dutiesAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q22With reference to the joint sitting of Parliament, which statement/s is/are correct? 1. Article 109 provides…ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q131Which one of the following is the main objective of Janani Suraksha Yojana?Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q143Which of the following (Scheme – Year) is not correctly matched?Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q149In which year, "Mid-day Meal Scheme" was renamed as "P.M. Poshan Scheme"?Governance and schemesAnswer + explanation →

Geography 22 questions

  1. Q49Which one of the following (Tributary – River) is not correctly matched?India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q50Which one of the following place is the confluence of the river Alakhnanda and the Bhagirathi?India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q51Which of the following statements is correct about laterite soil? 1. This soil is developed in areas with…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q52'Ozone layer' absorbing ultra-violet radiation exists in which of the atmospheric layer?Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q53Make the pairs of chief rivers of their place of origin – List-I (Rivers): A. Yamuna B. Krishna C. Godavari…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q54Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other is Reason (R) – Assertion (A)…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q57Which one of the following (Passes – States/U.T.) is correctly matched?India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q58Shivanasamudra and Kalpakkam are respectively important for –India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q60Which of the following (Port – Country) is not correctly matched?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q61Which of the following statement is true?Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q62The river situated along the border between the United States of America and Mexico is –World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q63Consider the following deserts and arrange them in increasing order of their size (from smallest to largest)…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q64To whom does the credit goes for the development of coconut and sugarcane agriculture in Philippines?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q65Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below – List-I (Mountain): A…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q66Which one of the following (Lake – Country) is not correctly matched?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q67With reference to the "EL-NINO", which of the following statement/s is/are correct? 1. El-Nino involves…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q68What caused wind to deflect towards left in Southern Hemisphere?Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q69Which one of the following is the largest coal producing centre of Ukraine?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q70'Mount Newman' is famous for which of the following minerals?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q122Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using code given below the lists – List-I (Theories…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q128When was the Census work done for first time in India?India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q139By which year the target of population stability has been fixed in India?India: resourcesAnswer being checked →

Economy 16 questions

  1. Q77With reference to mineral resources, which of the following statement/s is/are correct? 1. Lithium's inferred…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q104The aquatic plant commonly used as bio fertilizer in the water-logged rice field is –AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q121Which one of the following is not true about the total outlay in the Union Budget 2023-24?Budget and taxesAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q127Role of Human Resources in Economic development, which of the following statement/s is/are correct?…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q130Who authored the book "The Challenge of World Poverty"?Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q133Consider the following statements about sustainable development – 1. Based on the global indicator framework…Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q134With reference to the Human Development Report, 2021-22, which of the following statement is/are correct?…Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q136With reference to 'PM Gati Shakti Scheme', which of the following statement/s is/are correct? 1. The PM Gati…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q137Which of the following is not an economic activity?Growth and planningAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q138With reference to the scheme wise allocation in the 2023-24 Union Budget, which of the following statement/s…Budget and taxesAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q140Which statement is true for Finance Sector (Fiscal Management) in the Union Budget-2023?Budget and taxesAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q141According to Economic Survey 2023 about services, which statement among the following is not correct?Industry and social sectorAnswer being checked →
  13. Q142Which of the following is/are the type/s of poverty? 1. Absolute poverty 2. Relative poverty 3. Subjective…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q146Who has written the book "From Dependence to Self Reliance"?Growth and planningAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q148World Social Protection Report is published by –Reports and indicesAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q150Which of the following (Union Budget Departments 2023-24 – Allocation amount approx. Rs) is correctly matched?Budget and taxesAnswer + explanation →

Environment 18 questions

  1. Q90Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other as Reason (R): Assertion (A)…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q100Which of the following factor is the most important factor for the loss of biodiversity?BiodiversityAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q103Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) is a standard criteria for –Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q109What was India's rank in the world greenhouse gases emission in 2022?Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q110A geographical unit that collects, stores and release water is called –EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q111When did the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was enacted in which of the following year?Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q112Example of Lotic ecosystem is –EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q113First National Centre for Marine Biodiversity (NCMB) of India is situated at –Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q115Desert dwelling animals are called –EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q117Trophic levels are formed by –EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q118In National Parks, Genetic diversity is maintained by –Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q119Hangul-deer is found in which part of India?BiodiversityAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q120Which of the following is not a biodegradable polluter?Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q123What do we call balancing the need to use resources and also conserve them for the future?EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q125Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and other as Reason (R) – Assertion (A)…EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q132The "Agenda-21" of Rio Summit, 1992 is related to –Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q135Natural resources should be used by the present generation in such a way that if there is minimum degradation…EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q147Which of the following is known as "World Wetlands Day"?Protected areasAnswer + explanation →

Science and Technology 17 questions

  1. Q72Where was the "Sudarshan Prahar Army Exercise" carried out in December, 2022?Defence and ITAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q74The "NISAR satellite" is jointly developed by which of the following organizations?SpaceAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q78In February, 2023 India's biggest helicopter manufacturing plant was inaugurated in which one of the…Defence and ITAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q80The Indian Biological Data Centre is being set up in which state?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q82Which of the following Scorpene Class Submarines was commissioned into Indian Navy in January, 2023?Defence and ITAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q96Which of the following elements is not a Noble gas?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q97Which of the following hormones is secreted by the Beta cell of Islet of Langerhans of Pancreas?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q98Which type of vaccine protect against Diphtheria?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q99Which of the following is mRNA vaccine used against Covid-19 infection?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q101The Xylem in plants is responsible for transporting –Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q102Non-conventional energy sources are those energy sources, that are –Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q105Which of the following is known as laughing gas?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q106Seaweeds are important source of –Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q107Which of the following is an insectivorous plant?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q108Human heart is made up of how many chambers?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q114Which among the following is a constituent of natural silk?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q116Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using code given below – List-I (Diseases): A. Peptic…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →

International Relations and Current Affairs 16 questions

  1. Q73As per Social Progress Index, released in December, 2022, which of the following are on top three positions…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q75According to the Union Budget 2023-24, how many skill India international centres are to be set up across…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q81With reference to India's G-20 Logo, which of the following statement/s is/are correct? 1. The logo has lotus…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q83In December, 2022 New Zealand passed the world's first Law to ban smoking for next generation. New Zealand's…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q84Plane of which Airline crashed in Nepal in January, 2023?Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q86With reference to the Pope Benedict XVI, who died recently, which of the following statement/s is/are…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q87With reference to the SCO Film Festival-2023, which of the following statement/s is/are correct? 1. The SCO…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q88Who among the following has been named as the Prime Minister of New Zealand in January, 2023?Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q91With reference to the Deakin University, which of the following statement/s is/are correct? 1. It will be the…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q92Which Indian origin businessman has been elected as Mayor of London Borough of Southwark for the second time?Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q93On 25th December, 2022, which of the following countries extended mandatory Military Services for one year to…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q94Among the following, which country has declared to remove the British Monarchy from its Central Bank Currency…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q95On which of the following, proved charges the Finance Minister Nadhim Zahawi was sacked from the Government…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q124Which of the following is not a sustainable development goal targeted to be achieved by 2030?Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q126What is the theme of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty for 2022-23?Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q129Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists – List-I…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →

Uttar Pradesh Special 8 questions

  1. Q14With reference to the representation of Uttar Pradesh in Parliament, which of the following statement/s…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q55Which of the following statement is correct? 1. Ram Ganga river joins the Ganga at Kannauj. 2. River Betwa…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q56Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in which district of Uttar Pradesh?UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q59Consider the following statements with reference to Uttar Pradesh – 1. Forests constitute about 12.8% of the…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q71How many railways stations have been identified for modernization under "Amrit Bharat Station Scheme" in…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q89Which of the following cities of Uttar Pradesh is not included as the venue for 11 meetings of 200 sessions…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q144Which of the following scheme/s is/are related to Uttar Pradesh? 1. Anuthee Uphar Scheme 2. Matra Shakti…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q145Which of the following Scheme/Programme is not the Central Government Programme and it is Uttar Pradesh…UP specialAnswer + explanation →