Drishti IAS Prelims Test Series 2024
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What is a primary goal of sustainable Indian agriculture practices?

  • Promoting long-term ecological balance (correct)
  • Increasing crop yield at any cost
  • Eliminating traditional farming methods
  • Maximizing the use of chemical fertilizers

Which organization is primarily focused on biodiversity conservation in India?

  • National Biodiversity Authority (correct)
  • United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
  • International Whaling Commission (IWC)
  • Global Tiger Forum (GTF)

What is the purpose of carbon offsetting in relation to climate change?

  • To accumulate carbon credits without any actual change
  • To increase carbon emissions for economic growth
  • To restrict industrial activities entirely
  • To neutralize emissions by funding equivalent carbon-saving projects (correct)

The Basel Convention is aimed at managing which type of environmental issue?

<p>Controlling international trade of hazardous wastes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a characteristic of Integrated Farming Systems?

<p>Dependency on monoculture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which convention focuses specifically on combating desertification?

<p>United Nations Convention To Combat Desertification (UNCCD) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which carbon-related mechanism aims to provide financial incentives for reducing emissions?

<p>Carbon Credit (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of pollution is specifically associated with industrial activities?

<p>E-Waste (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant outcome of the Green Revolution in India?

<p>Enhancement of food security through increased crop yields (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technology is most closely associated with advancements in India's defense capabilities?

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Which of the following best describes the purpose of land reforms in India?

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Which of the following elements is considered a non-metal in the periodic classification?

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What aspect of chemical bonding is primarily responsible for the formation of ionic compounds?

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Which of the following classifications is NOT a part of Biological taxonomy?

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Which policy is crucial in boosting industrial development in India?

<p>Disinvestment in state-owned enterprises (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is NOT a feature of the biotechnology industry?

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In the classification of living organisms, which kingdom does yeast belong to?

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Which instrument is NOT typically associated with money market transactions?

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Which of the following was a key focus of the Green Revolution in India?

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What is one major benefit associated with the adoption of biotechnology in agriculture?

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Which term refers to the classification of living organisms into groups based on shared characteristics?

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What is a significant outcome of disinvestment policies in India?

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Which period of the periodic table is characterized by elements with similar valence shell electron configurations?

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What is the primary focus of modern chemistry concerning the periodic table?

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In the context of chemical bonding, what does the term 'ionic bond' refer to?

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What is one of the main reasons for the introduction of various agricultural reforms in India?

<p>To ensure food security and improve productivity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technological advancement has significantly contributed to the field of genetics?

<p>Genetic engineering (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of electron arrangement characterizes noble gases in the periodic table?

<p>Complete outer shell (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What process is typically used to achieve food security in agriculture?

<p>High-yield farming and improved irrigation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary concern of the periodic classification of elements?

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What does the term 'chemical bonding' encompass?

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Flashcards

Industrial Policies

Government strategies to guide and shape the growth of industries within a country.

PPP Models

Public-Private Partnerships, collaborations between government and private sectors on projects.

Cropping Patterns

The types of crops grown and the methods used in agriculture, based on seasons and regions.

Agriculture Marketing

Process of selling and distributing agricultural products from farms to consumers.

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Buffer Stock

Reserve of essential agricultural commodities, held by government to stabilize prices.

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Trade Agreements

Formal arrangements between countries for exchanging goods/services with beneficial terms.

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Land Reforms

Government policies to improve land ownership and distribution, promoting agricultural efficiency.

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Commercial Paper

Short-term unsecured debt instrument issued by corporations.

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IMF

International Monetary Fund, an international organization working to stabilize the global monetary system.

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WTO

World Trade Organization, responsible for regulating international trade.

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Parliamentary Committees

Groups within the Parliament that examine specific issues and propose solutions.

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State Council of Ministers

A group of ministers in a state government, responsible for policies and administration.

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Public Interest Litigation

Legal cases initiated to address issues of public concern regarding rights and wrongs.

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Judicial Review

The power of courts to review laws and determine their constitutionality.

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Types of Farming

Different methods of farming, including subsistence, commercial, and mixed farming.

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Agro-climatic classification

Categorization of regions based on climate and agriculture suitability.

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Location factors (industry)

Elements that influence placement of factories, including raw materials, labor, and transportation.

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Primary Activities

Economic activities involving extraction of raw materials, eg. farming fishing.

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Secondary Activities

Industrial processes involving raw materials to create products.

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Tertiary Activities

Service related economic activities like education, trade, and transport.

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Resources

Naturally occurring materials used in production.

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Trade Routes

Paths connecting places for exchange of goods or services.

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Indian Polity

Structure and functions of the Indian government.

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Climate Change Mitigation

Actions taken to lessen the severity of climate change, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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Greenhouse Effect

Trapping of heat in Earth's atmosphere by greenhouse gases, leading to global warming.

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Sustainable Indian Agriculture

Agricultural practices that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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Carbon Sequestration

Process of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide.

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Integrated Farming System

Method of farming that combines different farming activities like crop production, livestock rearing, and aquaculture to improve resource use efficiency and environmental sustainability.

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Carbon Credit

A permit that allows the emission of a certain amount of carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gases, usually obtained for projects that reduce carbon emissions.

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Environmental Pollution

Contamination of the environment with harmful substances that can negatively influence living organisms.

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Kyoto Protocol

An international treaty on combating climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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Study Notes

Drishti IAS Prelims Test Series 2024

  • Test series starting September 10, 2023
  • Package II for General Studies & CSAT
  • 30 tests (25 General Studies, 5 CSAT)
  • 20 sectional tests
  • 5 full syllabus tests each for General Studies and CSAT
  • Available in English and Hindi medium
  • Online and offline mode
  • Fee ₹10,000 (₹7,500 for Drishti students)

Test centers

  • Mukherjee Nagar, Delhi
  • Karol Bagh, Delhi
  • Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh
  • Jaipur, Rajasthan
  • Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Salient features of the Drishti IAS Prelims Test Series

  • Comprehensive coverage of the entire UPSC CSAT syllabus through UPSC standard MCQs.
  • Thorough subject-wise evaluation of student progress.
  • 16 months current affairs coverage (January 2023 - March 2024)
  • Questions ranging from factual to conceptual.
  • Practice with elimination tactics, avoiding extremes.
  • Tests designed for mental and psychological preparation to handle exam pressure.
  • Performance analysis with section-wise analysis, difficulty analysis, rank comparison with toppers, integrated score card, and mock test analysis.
  • Detailed explanations for mock questions covering important areas for in-depth understanding.

Relative importance of General Studies segments

  • Proportional distribution of questions not fixed, varies between years.
  • History, Polity, Environment and Ecology, and Economics and Geography generally have higher question frequency.
  • Data table shows the distribution of questions from different segments from 2012 to 2023.

Break down of questions in CSAT 2012-2023

  • Reading comprehension (Bilingual)
  • English comprehension
  • Basic numeracy
  • Data interpretation/sufficiency
  • Reasoning/Analytical ability
  • Decision making & problem solving
  • Tables showing the number of questions asked in each segment from 2012 to 2023.

Test Schedule

  • Detailed schedule for each test, including the date, subject, and current affairs coverage.

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