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UPSC Prelims Questions

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Q.1081·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

In the following items, a pair of sentences are given in which the keywords have been underlined. Identify the sentence/s in which the underlined words have been used correctly in the context and mark your choice using the code that follows: 1. You have been frivolous, whereas I have been serious. 2. The difficulties seemed insurmountable; nevertheless , the courage to carry on was undaunted .

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Q.1082·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

In the following items, a pair of sentences are given in which the keywords have been underlined. Identify the sentence/s in which the underlined words have been used correctly in the context and mark your choice using the code that follows: 1. The issue of human rights is immanent in the constitution of most countries. 2. They invited an imminent person as the chief guest for the event.

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Q.1083·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

In the following items, a pair of sentences are given in which the keywords have been underlined. Identify the sentence/s in which the underlined words have been used correctly in the context and mark your choice using the code that follows: 1. In spite of the cold he decided to climb the mountain top. 2. Despite of the warning she was determined to swim the entire distance.

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Q.1084·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

The first and sixth sentences are given as S1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each have been jumbled up and labelled as P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequence of the four sentences and mark your response accordingly S1: The National School of Drama (NSD) was set up by the Sangeet Natak Akademi in 1959. S6: The NSD has promoted Children's Theatre as well. P: Post admission, the students at NSD are required to undergo training of three year's duration. Q: The eligible applicants for admission are screened through two stages. R: The objective of the NSD is to train students in all aspects of theatre, including theatre history, production, scene design, costume design, lighting, make-up, etc. S: In 1975, it became an autonomous organisation. The correct sequence should be:

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Q.1085·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

‘ Minimise ’ 1. Reduce something to the smallest possible degree 2. Reduce expenses, or the degree of anything or of any activity

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Q.1086·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

‘ Emasculate ’ 1. Making someone strong and powerful 2. Increase one’s musculature

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Q.1087·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

‘ Deify ’ 1. To treat someone in high office with utmost reverence 2. Worship or treat someone as a god

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Q.1088·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

‘ Quotidian ’ 1. To quote inaccurately 2. Someone fond of quoting others

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Q.1089·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

‘ Immolate ’ 1. To kill somebody or self by burning 2. To kill somebody or self or an animal as an act of sacrifice

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Q.1090·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

‘ Raconteur ’ 1. Someone who is capable of telling stories in an interesting manner 2. Somebody who believes in only telling tall tales

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Q.1091·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

‘ Enormity ’ 1. The fact of something being serious and grave 2. Abominable crime or sin

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Q.1092·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

The first and sixth sentences are given as S1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each have been jumbled up and labelled as P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequence of the four sentences and mark your response accordingly S1: Covid-19 pandemic threw a lot of challenges on the entire economy. S6: In order to address this need and to promote economic activities post pandemic, MoHUA initiated ARHCs, a sub-scheme under PMAY(U). P: These urban migrants stay in slums, informal settlements, unauthorized colonies, peri-urban areas to save cost on housing. Q: Hence, they need decent rental housing at affordable rate near their worksites. R: The biggest challenge was reverse migration of urban migrants/poor in the country. S: The migration took place due to the temporary shutting down of industries and other sectors. The correct sequence should be:

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Q.1093·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

Change from Passive to Active voice: His hair is being cut by a professional

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Q.1094·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

Our teacher told us not to be verbose while writing.

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Q.1095·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

The first and sixth sentences are given as S1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each have been jumbled up and labelled as P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequence of the four sentences and mark your response accordingly S1: Press Trust of India (PTI) is a non-profit making cooperative owned by the country’s newspapers with a mandate to provide effective and unbiased news to all subscribers. S6: Bhasha is the Hindi language news service of the agency. P: It offers its news services in English and Hindi languages. Q: Over 500 newspapers and several news services subscribe to PTI, including many overseas news entities. R: PTI now has its own satellite delivery system. S: Increasingly, more and more subscribers are opting for satellite reception. The correct sequence should be:

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Q.1096·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

The first and sixth sentences are given as S1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each have been jumbled up and labelled as P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequence of the four sentences and mark your response accordingly S1: India has the largest youth population in the world. S6: These and several other such programmes are also working to support youth development and enhance productive youth participation. P: The role of the Department of Youth Affairs is to act as a facilitator and catalytic agent for youth development. Q: The Department has also recognized adolescents as an important segment of the youth. R: To optimally tap their constructive and creative energies, the Department of Youth Affairs pursues twin objectives of personality development and nation building. S: At the same time diverse government programmes are working for youth development with active youth participation. The correct sequence should be:

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Q.1097·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

Change from Passive to Active voice: Sujata was advised by her mother to carry an umbrella while stepping out into the rain

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Q.1098·Miscellaneous·2024·Easy

The first and sixth sentences are given as S1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each have been jumbled up and labelled as P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequence of the four sentences and mark your response accordingly S1: Startup India is a flagship initiative of the Government of India. P: These programmes are managed by a dedicated Startup India team, which reports to DPIIT. Q: It envisions transforming India into a country of job creators instead of job seekers. R: It intends to catalyse the startup culture and build a strong and inclusive ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship in India. S: Launched in 2016, Startup India has rolled out several programmes with the objective of supporting entrepreneurs and building up a robust startup ecosystem. S6: Under the Startup India scheme, eligible companies can get recognized as startups in order to access a host of tax benefits, easier compliance, IPR fast-tracking and other benefits. The correct sequence should be:

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