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What is the primary function of Leukocytes in the human body?
What is the primary function of Leukocytes in the human body?
- To protect against infectious diseases and foreign invaders (correct)
- To carry oxygen throughout the body
- To aid in the digestion of food
- To regulate body temperature
Which of the following organelles is responsible for protein synthesis?
Which of the following organelles is responsible for protein synthesis?
- Golgi apparatus
- Mitochondria
- Ribosomes (correct)
- Endoplasmic reticulum (ER)
What is the purpose of the Civil Services Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
What is the purpose of the Civil Services Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
- To award scholarships to students
- To promote scientific innovation
- To recruit candidates for government jobs (correct)
- To conduct research in biology
What is the blood group of the adopted son in the given scenario?
What is the blood group of the adopted son in the given scenario?
What is characteristic of animal cells that is not present in plant cells?
What is characteristic of animal cells that is not present in plant cells?
Which of the following is NOT a stage of the Civil Services Examination?
Which of the following is NOT a stage of the Civil Services Examination?
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Cell Wall
Cell Wall
A rigid outer layer found in plant cells but absent in animal cells, providing structural support and protection.
Mitochondria
Mitochondria
The powerhouses of the cell, responsible for generating energy in the form of ATP through cellular respiration.
Leukocytes
Leukocytes
The immune system's white blood cells that fight off infections and foreign invaders by targeting pathogens and debris.
Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)
Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER)
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Golgi Apparatus
Golgi Apparatus
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Blood Groups
Blood Groups
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Study Notes
UPSC Science Previous Year Questions: Focusing on Biology Subtopics
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Examination every year. The exam comprises three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview. The Prelims stage is conducted as a multiple-choice question paper covering various topics, including General Science and Technology. In the context of biology, aspirants can find previous year questions useful for their preparation. Here are some examples of biology-related questions from the last few years:
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Upsc Prelims General Science - Biology Mock Test-1 [GKToday]
- Question: Which of the following is not present in animal cells?
- A. Cell walls
- B. Mitochondria
- C. Ribosomes
- D. Cytoplasm
- Solution: A. Cell walls
- Question: Which of the following is not present in animal cells?
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Topic-Wise UPSC Prelims Questions & Answers PDF (2013-2023) - BYJU'S
- Question: Which of the following protects the body against infectious disease and foreign invaders?
- A. Leukocytes
- B. Red blood cells
- C. Endoplasmic reticulum (ER)
- D. Golgi apparatus
- Solution: A. Leukocytes
- Question: Which of the following protects the body against infectious disease and foreign invaders?
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Upsc Biology Question Bank.pdf - Sainik School Amaravathinagar
- Question: A married couple adopted a male child. A few years later, twin boys were born to them. The blood group of the couple is AB positive and O negative. The blood group of the three sons is A positive, B positive, and O positive. The blood group of the adopted son is:
- A. O positive
- B. A positive
- C. B positive
- D. Cannot be determined on the basis of the given data
- Solution: B. A positive
- Question: A married couple adopted a male child. A few years later, twin boys were born to them. The blood group of the couple is AB positive and O negative. The blood group of the three sons is A positive, B positive, and O positive. The blood group of the adopted son is:
These questions cover various aspects of biology, such as cell structure, immune system, and blood groups. Aspirants can use these questions to understand the types of questions that might be asked in the Prelims exam and to assess their preparation. It is essential to revise these topics and practice answering multiple-choice questions to improve their chances of scoring well in the exam.
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Prepare for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination Prelims by practicing biology-related questions from previous years. These questions cover topics like cell structure, immune system, and blood groups. Use these examples to enhance your understanding of important biology concepts and improve your exam preparation.
