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UPPCS Prelims 2024: GS Paper I questions

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

History and Culture 25 questions

  1. Q1Consider the following Peshwas and arrange them in ascending chronological order : 1. Raghunath Rao (Raghoba)…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q2Consider the following statements with reference to early trade : 1. There are references of numerous…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q3Arrange the following Sen rulers of Bengal in ascending chronological order : 1. Ballal Sen 2. Lakshman Sen…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q4Consider the following statements with reference to Bairam Khan : 1. Akbar gave the title of Khan-i-Khana to…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q13Consider the following statements with reference to the Justice Party : 1. The Justice Party opposed Congress…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q14Consider the following statements with reference to the Workers and Peasants Party : 1. The Workers and…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q15Consider the following events and arrange them in chronological order : 1. East India Association 2. National…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q16Consider the following events and arrange them in correct chronological order starting from the earliest to…Freedom struggleAnswer being checked →
  9. Q17With reference to the Age of Consent Act, 1891 consider the following statements : 1. It was Behramji…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q18Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q20Consider the following statements with respect to Ashoka : 1. The definition of Dhamma given by Ashoka is…Buddhism and JainismAnswer being checked →
  12. Q44Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Art and cultureAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q45Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q131Consider the following statements with reference to the Congress Socialist Party : 1. The Congress Socialist…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q132Consider the following events and arrange them in chronological order : 1. Murder of Abul Fazl 2. Death of…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q133Consider the following events and arrange them in chronological order : 1. Linlithgow August Offer 2. Cripps…Freedom struggleAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q134Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q135Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…1857 and reformsAnswer being checked →
  19. Q136Which one of the following statements is not correct about William A.J. Archbold ?1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q137Consider the following events and arrange them in chronological order starting from the earliest : 1. Vellore…British ruleAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q138Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q147Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q148Consider the following statements : 1. Kunwar Singh, Landlord of Jagdishpur in Bihar, led the rebellion…1857 and reformsAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q149Consider the following foreign travellers and arrange them in ascending chronological order : 1. I-Tsing…Mauryas to GuptasAnswer + explanation →
  25. Q150Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Medieval IndiaAnswer + explanation →

Polity 23 questions

  1. Q21Which one of the following is not correctly matched ?ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q22Which of the following is/are stated in the Constitution of India ? 1. The President shall not be a member of…ParliamentAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q23Consider the following statements : An Amendment to the Constitution of India can be initiated by the…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q24Which of the following are the functions of the Election Commissioner of India ? 1. Conduct of elections for…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q25Which one of the following is not correctly matched ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q99Which of the following freedoms is not guaranteed by the Indian Constitution under Article 19 ?Rights and dutiesAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q100Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…ExecutiveAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q101Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q102Match List-I and List-II and choose the correct answer from the codes given below the lists : List-I: A…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q103Which of the following are envisaged by the Right against Exploitation in the Constitution of India ?…Rights and dutiesAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q122Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Federalism and local govtAnswer being checked →
  12. Q123Which of the following statements are correct regarding ICT based e-Governance ? 1. e-Governance reduces the…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q124The UPSC derives its functions from which of the following sources ? 1. The Constitution 2. Parliamentary…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q125Which one of the following is correctly matched ? Constitutional Body – Constitutional ArticleConstitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q126Identify the correct chronological sequence of the following : 1. Shankari Prasad vs. Union of India…JudiciaryAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q127Match the Amendments with their year of implementation : List-I: A. 42nd Amendment B. 52nd Amendment C. 86th…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q128Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I: A…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q129Which one of the following is not a level in the three-tier Panchayati Raj recommended by Balwant Rai Mehta…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q130According to the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013 the Lokpal would be appointed by the President after…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q142Consider the following statements with reference to Special Officer for Linguistic Minorities : 1. In the…Constitutional bodiesAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q143The Concurrent list of the Indian Constitution includes : 1. Trade and Commerce 2. Adulteration of Goods…Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q144Fathima Beevi died recently. Consider the following statements regarding her : 1. She was the first woman…JudiciaryAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q146Which Amendment Acts deal with Local Governance Institutions in India ?Federalism and local govtAnswer + explanation →

Geography 27 questions

  1. Q5Write in descending order the following States on the basis of their population as per Census, 2011…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q27Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q28Which one of the following is correctly matched ?Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q29Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I: A…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q30Which one of the following pairs (Aluminium Plant – State) is not correctly matched ?India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q32Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Physical geographyAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q33Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I (Coal…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q34Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q35Which one of the following pairs (Crop – Peculiarity) is not correctly matched ?India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q36Consider the following statements with reference to cotton crops : 1. Cotton is mostly a Kharif crop…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q37Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q38Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I (Name…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q39Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q40Which of the following pairs is not correctly matched ? Capital – CountryWorld and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q41Consider the following statements with reference to Upper Gangetic agro-climatic region : 1. This region…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q42Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q43Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q59Which one of the following pairs (Deccan Trap – Peculiarity) is not correctly matched ?Physical geographyAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q60Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q61Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q73Consider the following statements with reference to cultivated area of some countries of the world : 1. In…India: resourcesAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q74Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…India: rivers and reliefAnswer + explanation →
  23. Q75Consider the following statements with respect to the climate of Western Europe : 1. Western Europe receives…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →
  24. Q76Consider the following mountains and arrange them in correct order from West to East by their location…World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  25. Q77Which one of the following pairs (River – Direction) is not correctly matched ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  26. Q78Which one of the following pairs (Country – Oil field) is not correctly matched ?World and mappingAnswer + explanation →
  27. Q79Consider the following statements with reference to Mediterranean climate : 1. It receives rainfall in winter…Climate and oceansAnswer + explanation →

Economy 22 questions

  1. Q7Consider the following events and arrange them in correct chronological order starting from the earliest to…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q8The following lists I and II show the names of Economists/Authors and their books respectively. Match List-I…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q48What does the term "Cereal Yield" refer to ? 1. The amount of cereal crops produced per unit area of…AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q49Which of the following statements is true regarding the trend of unemployment rate in India between…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q50Who prepares/publishes the Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) report ? 1. World Bank and…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q54Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…External sectorAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q91Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q92Which indicators are used in Human Development Index (HDI) ? 1. Income level 2. Education 3. Condition of…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q93Arrange the following schemes launched by the Government of India in chronological order and choose the…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q94Malthus argued that the population grows in a ____ progression, while agricultural production/food supply…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q95According to the Economic Survey, 2022 – 23, what fiscal policy response did the Government of India…Budget and taxesAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q96Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q97Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q111With reference to "India – Australia Economic Co-operation and Trade Agreement (Ind – Aus ECTA)," which of…External sectorAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q114Arrange the following schemes launched by the Government of India in chronological order and choose the…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q115With reference to Economic Growth, which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. Indian Economy is an…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q116Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Money and bankingAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q117With reference to India, consider the following events : 1. Nationalisation of Banks 2. Formation of Regional…Money and bankingAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q118With reference to "National Food Security Act", which of the following statements are correct ? 1. It will…AgricultureAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q119Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q120List-I contains the names of countries, whereas List-II shows the Rank as remittances received in the year…External sectorAnswer + explanation →
  22. Q145With reference to the "National Intellectual Property Rights Policy" consider the following statements…Industry and social sectorAnswer + explanation →

Environment 9 questions

  1. Q9Which of the following statements is not true about "ecological niche" ?EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q10Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q19Which of the following reasons caused catastrophic coral bleaching and mass coral deaths in the Andaman and…EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q26Which of the following is the correct sequence of phases of Biotic succession ?EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q31Which one of the following pairs (National Park – State/Union Territory) is not correctly matched ?Protected areasAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q47What does the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) emphasize regarding reductions in greenhouse…Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q51Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Climate changeAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q62Plants and animals that live on land are called :EcologyAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q108Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…Pollution and lawsAnswer + explanation →

Science and Technology 21 questions

  1. Q11Consider the following statements : 1. Scientific investigation depends on commitment to practical ideals…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q12Which of the following is the correct order of plant species from higher to lower order ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q55What is R21/Matrix-M™ ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q57With reference to RudraM-II Missile, which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. It is an…Defence and ITAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q63The joint where the neck joins the head is :Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q64The disease-causing microorganism among these is :Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q65Milk is an example of :Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q66The formula of baking soda is :Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q67CPR stands for :Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q68The only vein that carries oxygenated blood is :Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q69Diabetes is the most common disorder associated with :Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q70The recent global pause during COVID-19 pandemic was caused due to :Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q71A bus covers the first half of a certain distance with speed v₁ and the second half with a speed v₂. The…Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q81With reference to "PraVaHa" software developed by ISRO, which of the following statements is/are correct ?…SpaceAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q88With reference to "Lunar Polar Exploration Mission" (LUPEX), which of the following statements is/are correct…SpaceAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q104Which one of the following groups have only input devices ?Defence and ITAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q105The content of computer memory which is non-volatile, even when the power goes off is :Defence and ITAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q106Which of the following is correct relationship between Fahrenheit (°F) and Celsius (°C) degrees ?Physics and chemistryAnswer + explanation →
  19. Q107Which of the following statements is not true ?Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q110With reference to "FWD 200B", which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. This is India's first…Defence and ITAnswer + explanation →
  21. Q141Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Biology and healthAnswer + explanation →

International Relations and Current Affairs 20 questions

  1. Q6Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I: A…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q46Consider the following statements regarding Voice of Global South Summit (VOGSS) : 1. India recently…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q52Consider the following events and arrange them in chronological order : 1. World Heritage Day 2. World…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  4. Q53Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  5. Q56Who among the following won the best actress award in the Un Certain Regard category of the Cannes Film…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  6. Q58Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I (Newly…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  7. Q80With reference to the Anti-Maoist operation that took place in April 2024, which of the following statements…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  8. Q82Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Assertion (A)…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  9. Q83With reference to the "Kohima Peace Memorial and Eco-Park" which of the following statements is/are correct ?…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  10. Q84With reference to "Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme" (MATES), which of the…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  11. Q85With reference to the International Conference on Nuclear Security (ICONS – 2024), which of the following…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  12. Q87With reference to "Nepal – India International Sanskrit Conclave – 2024", which of the following statements…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  13. Q89With reference to "Guidelines for Elimination of Corporal Punishment" (GECP), which of the following…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  14. Q90With reference to "FLY91" which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. It is a newly launched…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  15. Q98Which measures are essential to achieve Goal 4 of the Sustainable Development Targets, 2030 ? 1. Making…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  16. Q109With reference to the 7th India – Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting, which of the…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  17. Q112Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I (Joint…International relationsAnswer + explanation →
  18. Q113With reference to "Shaksgam Valley", which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. This valley is a…International relationsAnswer being checked →
  19. Q139Consider the following days and arrange them in chronological order : 1. World Health Day 2. National…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →
  20. Q140Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…Schemes and reportsAnswer + explanation →

Uttar Pradesh Special 3 questions

  1. Q72Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched regarding peculiarities of Ramganga project ?UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  2. Q86With reference to the "Pirul Lao – Paise Pao" campaign, which of the following statements is/are correct ?…UP specialAnswer + explanation →
  3. Q121Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists : List-I…UP specialAnswer + explanation →