UPSC PYQs: 2015

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Passage on historical claims that governing rights belong to a select few and exclusion is justified for societal viability. Which statement is least essential to the passage's argument?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Governance and exclusion
“Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana” has been launched for2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Indian Economy · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Financial Inclusion
Candidates in a competitive examination consisted of 60% men and 40% women. 70% of men and 75% of women cleared the qualifying test and entered the final test, where 80% of men and 70% of women were successful. Which statement is correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Percentages
Discuss the possible factors that inhibit India from enacting for its citizen a uniform civil code as provided for in the Directive Principles of State Policy.2015 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Uniform Civil Code
The nature of economic growth in India in recent times is often described as a jobless growth. Do you agree with this view? Give arguments in favour of your answer.2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Jobless Growth
What is meant by environmental ethics? Why is it important to study? Discuss any one environmental issue from the viewpoint of environmental ethics. Differentiate between law and ethics, ethical management and management of ethics, discrimination and preferential treatment, and personal ethics and professional ethics.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Environmental Ethics
The ancient civilization in Indian sub continent differed from those of Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece in that its culture and traditions have been preserved without breakdown to the present day. Comment.2015 · Mains GS1 · History · Ancient Indian Civilization
Lending hands to someone is better than giving a dole.2015 · Essay · Ethics · Service and Charity
Passage: by 2050 population growth, changing diets, climate change and finite land/water will strain food supply; higher yields, efficiency and waste reduction are needed. What best summarizes it?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Food security
With reference to the Fourteenth Finance Commission, consider: 1. It increased the share of States in the central divisible pool from 32% to 42%. 2. It made recommendations concerning sector-specific grants. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
In a box of marbles, there are three less white marbles than the red ones and five more white marbles than the green ones. If there are 10 white marbles, how many marbles are there in the box?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Arithmetic
With reference to the Fourteenth Finance Commission, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It has increased the share of States in the central divisible pool from 32 percent to 42 percent. 2. It has made recommendations concerning sector-specific grants.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Economy · Finance Commission
Given are two quotations of moral thinkers/philosophers. For each of these bring out what it means to you in the present context: The weak can never forgive; forgiveness is the attribute of the strong. We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Moral Thinkers
The concept of cooperative federalism has been increasingly emphasised in recent years. Highlight the drawbacks in the existing structure and extent to which cooperative federalism would answer the shortcomings.2015 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Cooperative Federalism
Mesolithic rock cut architecture of India not only reflects the cultural life of the times but also a fine aesthetic sense comparable to modern painting. Critically evaluate this comment.2015 · Mains GS1 · Art & Culture · Mesolithic Rock-cut Art
Quick but steady wins the race.2015 · Essay · Ethics · Consistency and Action
Livestock rearing has a big potential for providing non-farm employment and income in rural areas. Discuss suggesting suitable measures to promote this sector in India.2015 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Livestock Rearing
Passage argues against the belief that cutting weapon-building expenditure will by itself create peace with neighbours. Which assumption is most valid?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Defence and deterrence
The “Fortaleza Declaration”, recently in the news, is related to the affairs of2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, International Relations · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, BRICS
A cow costs more than 4 goats but less than 5 goats. If a goat costs between Rs. 600 and Rs. 800, which is the most valid conclusion?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Logical Quantification
Character of an institution is reflected in its leader.2015 · Essay · Governance · Leadership and Institutions
A mere compliance with law is not enough; the public servant also has to have a well-developed sensibility to ethical issues for effective discharge of duties. Do you agree? Explain with examples where an act is ethically right but not legal and where an act is legally right but not ethical. How do the virtues of trustworthiness and fortitude get manifested in public service?2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Legal and Ethical Conduct
In view of the declining average size of land holdings in India, which has made agriculture non-viable for a majority of farmers, should contract farming and land leasing be promoted in agriculture? Critically evaluate the pros and cons.2015 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Contract Farming and Land Leasing
In the absence of well-educated and organised local level government system, Panchayats and Samitis have remained mainly political institutions and not effective instrument of governance. Critically discuss.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Local Governance
How difficult would have been the achievement of Indian independence without Mahatma Gandhi? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS1 · History · Freedom Struggle
Passage links India's high child mortality to gaps in breastfeeding, immunisation, maternal care, child marriage, anaemia and sanitation. What critical inference follows?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Maternal and child health
A decrease in tax to GDP ratio of a country indicates which of the following? 1. Slowing economic growth rate. 2. Less equitable distribution of national income.2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Indian Economy · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Tax-to-GDP Ratio
In a plane, line X is perpendicular to line Y and parallel to line Z; line U is perpendicular to both lines V and W; line X is perpendicular to line V. Which statement is correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Geometry and Reasoning
Education without values, as useful as it is, seems rather to make a man more clever devil.2015 · Essay · Education · Values in Education
Khap panchayats have been in the news for functioning as extra-constitutional authorities, often delivering pronouncements amounting to human right violations. Discuss critically the actions taken by the legislative, executive and judiciary to set the things right in this regard.2015 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Khap Panchayats
Social values are more important than economic values. Discuss with examples in the context of inclusive growth. Recent developments such as RTI, media and judicial activism are helpful in transparency and accountability, but may also be misused and make officers afraid to take prompt decisions. Analyse the situation and suggest how the dichotomy can be resolved.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Social Values and Transparency
Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B R Ambedkar, despite having divergent approaches and strategies, had a common goal of amelioration of the downtrodden. Elucidate.2015 · Mains GS1 · History · Gandhi and Ambedkar
How can the Digital India programme help farmers to improve farm productivity and income? What steps has the government taken in this regard?2015 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Digital India and Farmers
Passage describes environmental and food-security costs of long-distance processed food. Consider: I. Regionally grown food can be eco-friendly. II. Food processing can burden natural resources. Which is correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Food systems and environment
In the South Atlantic and South-Eastern Pacific regions in tropical latitudes, cyclones do not originate. What is the reason?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Geography · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Tropical Cyclones
A society consists only of fighters and cowards. Two cowards are always enemies; a fighter and a coward are always enemies; fighters are indifferent to one another. If A and B are enemies, C and D are friends, E and F are indifferent, A and E are not enemies, while B and F are enemies, which statement is correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Logical Reasoning
Technology cannot replace manpower.2015 · Essay · Science & Technology · Technology and Labour
Two different kinds of attitudes exhibited by public servants towards their work have been identified as bureaucratic attitude and democratic attitude. Distinguish between these two terms and write their merits and demerits. Is it possible to balance the two to create a better administration for faster development of our country?2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Bureaucratic and Democratic Attitude
It would have been difficult for the Constituent Assembly to complete its historic task of drafting the Constitution for Independent India in just three years, but its experience gained with the Government of India Act, 1935. Discuss.2015 · Mains GS1 · Polity · Constitutional Development
Resorting to ordinances has always raised concern on violation of the spirit of separation of power doctrine. While noting the rationales justifying the power to promulgate, analyse whether the decisions of the Supreme Court on the issue have further facilitated resorting to this power. Should the power to promulgate ordinances be repealed?2015 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Ordinance Power
In what way could replacement of price subsidy with Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) change the scenario of subsidies in India? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · DBT and Subsidies
In the passage, the author says a thoughtless word hardly escapes his tongue or pen. Which is NOT a valid reason?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Gandhi on silence
Which pair of States indicates the easternmost and westernmost State of India?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Two men, Anil and David, and two women, Shabnam and Rekha, are in a sales group. Only two speak Tamil and the other two speak Marathi. Only one man and one woman can drive. Shabnam speaks Marathi; Anil speaks Tamil; both Rekha and David can drive. Which statement is true?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Logical Arrangement
Which one of the following pairs of States of India indicates the easternmost and westernmost State?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · India Location
Today, in spite of prescribing codes of conduct, vigilance cells and commissions, RTI, active media and strengthening of legal mechanisms, corrupt practices are not coming under control. Evaluate the effectiveness of these measures and suggest more effective strategies to tackle this menace.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Corruption Control
What are the impediments in marketing and supply chain management in developing the food processing industry in India? Can e-commerce help in overcoming this bottleneck?2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Food Processing
Why did the industrial revolution first occur in England? Discuss the quality of life of the people there during the industrialization. How does it compare with that in India at present times?2015 · Mains GS1 · World History · Industrial Revolution
What are the major changes brought in the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 through the recent ordinance promulgated by the President? How far will it improve India’s dispute resolution mechanism? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Arbitration and Conciliation
Crisis faced in India — moral or economic.2015 · Essay · Ethics · Crisis in India
From the same passage, why was the author spared many a mishap?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Gandhi on speech
Consider the Directive Principles of State Policy: 1. They spell out socio-economic democracy. 2. Their provisions are not enforceable by any court. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
In a society it is customary for friends of the same sex to hug and friends of opposite sex to shake hands. A group of friends met at a party and there were 24 handshakes. Which of the following could be the number of hugs?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Combinatorics
Consider the following statements regarding the Directive Principles of State Policy: 1. The Principles spell out the socio-economic democracy in the country. 2. The provisions contained in these Principles are not enforceable by any court. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Directive Principles
Does the right to clean environment entail legal regulation on burning crackers during Diwali? Discuss in the light of Article 21 of Indian Constitution and judgements of the apex court in this regard.2015 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Article 21 and Environment
At the international level, bilateral relations between most nations are governed by promoting one’s own national interest without regard for the interests of other nations. This leads to conflicts and tension. How can ethical consideration help resolve such tensions? Discuss with specific examples.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethics in International Relations
Dreams which should not let India sleep.2015 · Essay · Governance · Nation Building
To what extent can Germany be held responsible for causing the two World Wars? Discuss critically.2015 · Mains GS1 · World History · World Wars
Craze for gold in India has led to surge in import of gold in recent years and put pressure on balance of payments and external value of rupee. In view of this, examine the merits of Gold Monetization Scheme.2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Gold Monetization Scheme
For the author, silence is necessary to overcome which tendency?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Gandhi on silence
In the ‘Index of Eight Core Industries’, which one is given the highest weight?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
A, B, C, D, E and F are cousins of different ages from 17 to 22, with birthdays on the same day and month. E is the oldest at 22. F is somewhere between B and D in age. A is older than B; C is older than D; A is one year older than C. Which is possible?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ordering
In the “Index of Eight Core Industries”, which one of the following was given the highest weight at the time of the examination?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Economy · Core Industries
Examine critically the recent changes in the rules governing foreign funding of NGOs under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 1976.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · FCRA and NGOs
Public servants are likely to confront issues of conflict of interest. What do you understand by conflict of interest and how does it manifest in decision-making by public servants? If faced with such a situation, how would you resolve it? Explain with examples.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Conflict of Interest
Can capitalism bring inclusive growth?2015 · Essay · Economy · Capitalism and Inclusion
Describe any four cultural elements of diversity in India and rate their relative significance in building a national identity.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Cultural Diversity
Success of Make in India programme depends on the success of Skill India programme and radical labour reforms. Discuss with logical arguments.2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Make in India and Skill India
Twelve people form a club. Each month one member is chosen by lot to host a dinner. How many dinners must a particular member host in one year?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Probability
Which National Park is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports rich biodiversity?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Using the same cousin-age conditions—A, B, C, D, E and F have distinct ages 17 to 22; E=22; F is between B and D; A>B; C>D; and A is one year older than C—what is the number of logically possible orders in increasing age?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ordering
Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports a rich biodiversity?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Protected Areas
Critically examine whether growing population is the cause of poverty OR poverty is the main cause of population increase in India.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Poverty and Population
The Self Help Group (SHG) Bank Linkage Programme (SBLP), which is India’s own innovation, has proved to be one of the most effective poverty alleviation and women empowerment programmes. Elucidate.2015 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · SHG Bank Linkage
A private company known for efficiency, transparency and employee welfare faces gate-crashing by political workers demanding jobs and threatening management and employees. As CEO, what would you do to diffuse the volatile situation, what long-term solution would you suggest, and what would be the positive and negative consequences of your actions for yourself, employees and company performance?2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Workplace Integrity Case Study
To what factors can the recent dramatic fall in equipment cost and tariff of solar energy be attributed? What implications does the trend have for thermal power producers and related industry?2015 · Mains GS3 · Energy · Solar Energy
Petrol price and monthly consumption are: ₹40→60 L, ₹50→48 L, ₹60→40 L, ₹75→32 L. If price becomes ₹80/L, expected consumption is?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Inverse proportion
Regarding National Innovation Foundation-India (NIF): 1. NIF is an autonomous body of the Department of Science and Technology. 2. NIF is an initiative to strengthen highly advanced scientific research in collaboration with foreign institutions. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Two cities A and B are 360 km apart. A car goes from A to B at 40 km/h and returns to A at 60 km/h. What is the average speed for the round trip?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Speed Time Distance
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding National Innovation Foundation-India (NIF)? 1. NIF is an autonomous body of the Department of Science and Technology under the Central Government. 2. NIF is an initiative to strengthen highly advanced scientific research in premier institutions in collaboration with foreign institutions.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · National Innovation Foundation
There is a clear acknowledgement that Special Economic Zones are a tool of industrial development, manufacturing and exports. Recognising this potential, the whole instrumentality of SEZs requires augmentation. Discuss the issues plaguing the success of SEZs with respect to taxation, governing laws and administration.2015 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Special Economic Zones
How do you explain the statistics that show that the sex ratio in Tribes in India is more favourable to women than the sex ratio among Scheduled Castes?2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Tribal Society
How can the role of NGOs be strengthened in India for development works relating to protection of the environment? Discuss throwing light on the major constraints.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · NGOs and Environment
You are the Sarpanch of a Panchayat. A new cook from the Dalit community is appointed for the government school midday meal. Parents of higher-caste children stop their children from eating and attendance falls sharply, threatening the school and scheme. Discuss feasible strategies to overcome the conflict and the responsibilities of social segments and agencies to create a positive social ambiance.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Caste and Midday Meal Case Study
Figure-based sequence question: choose the figure that fits the question mark in the original 2015 Set-A paper.2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Figure sequence
What can be the impact of excessive/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in agriculture? 1. Proliferation of nitrogen-fixing microorganisms 2. Increase in soil acidity 3. Leaching of nitrate into groundwater.2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
The monthly incomes of Peter and Paul are in the ratio 4:3 and their expenses are in the ratio 3:2. If each saves Rs. 6000 at the end of the month, what are their respective monthly incomes?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ratio and Algebra
What can be the impact of excessive/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in agriculture? 1. Proliferation of nitrogen-fixing microorganisms in soil can occur. 2. Increase in acidity of soil can take place. 3. Leaching of nitrate to groundwater can occur.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Agriculture · Nitrogen Fertilizers
The quality of higher education in India requires major improvement to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of foreign educational institutions would help improve the quality of technical and higher education in the country? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Higher Education
What do you understand by Standard Positioning System and Precision Positioning System in the GPS era? Discuss the advantage India perceives from its ambitious IRNSS programme employing just seven satellites.2015 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · GPS and IRNSS
Discuss the changes in the trends of labour migration within and outside India in the last four decades.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Migration
A scientist in a pharmaceutical company discovers that a bestselling veterinary drug may cure an incurable liver disease prevalent in tribal areas. Developing a human variant would cost Rs. 50 crore and recovery of cost is unlikely due to poverty-stricken markets. If you were the CEO, identify possible actions and evaluate the pros and cons of each.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Pharmaceutical Ethics Case Study
Matrix rows are (3,8,10,2,?,1) and (6,56,90,2,20,0). What is the missing number?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Number matrix
With reference to IUCN and CITES: 1. IUCN is an organ of the UN. 2. IUCN runs thousands of field projects worldwide. 3. CITES is legally binding but does not replace national laws. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Between 6 PM and 7 PM, the minute hand of a clock will be ahead of the hour hand by 3 minute-spaces at2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Clocks
With reference to IUCN and CITES, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. IUCN is an organ of the United Nations and CITES is an international agreement between governments. 2. IUCN runs field projects around the world to better manage natural environments. 3. CITES is legally binding on States that join it but does not replace national laws.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · IUCN and CITES
Public health system has limitation in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that private sector can help in bridging the gap? What other viable alternatives do you suggest?2015 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Health Sector
In a disaster-prone state, a cloudburst causes devastating floods and landslides, trapping pilgrims, tourists, locals, senior citizens, hospital patients, women and children, hikers, political leaders, a senior official and prisoners. As a civil services officer, what would be the order in which you would rescue these people and why? Give justifications.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Disaster Rescue Priority Case Study
What are the areas of prohibitive labour that can be sustainably managed by robots? Discuss the initiatives that can propel research in premier research institutes for substantive and gainful innovation.2015 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Robotics
Discuss the positive and negative effects of globalization on women in India.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Globalization and Women
Find X in the series 7, X, 21, 31, 43.2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Number series
The Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane is approved by the2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Agriculture · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Sugarcane Pricing
Passage: Climate-change mitigation and adaptation require substantial finance. Developing countries’ domestic resources may fall short, while UNFCCC negotiations debate developed-country financial support in light of historical greenhouse-gas contributions. Which issue is essentially discussed?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Debate the issue whether and how contemporary movements for assertion of Dalit identity work towards annihilation of caste.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Caste and Dalit Assertion
You head a district administration department and are asked to prepare for a superior officer’s visit to a plot selected for building a school. On inspection, you find the plot is part of Thakurgarh fort, inconvenient for children, costly to develop, and possibly acquired through vested interests. List likely vested interests, discuss merits and demerits of available options, and suggest any other justified option.2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Heritage Site and School Case Study
Discuss the advantages and security implications of cloud hosting of servers vis-a-vis in-house machine-based hosting for government business.2015 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Cloud Hosting
Though there have been several different estimates of poverty in India, all indicate reduction in poverty over time. Do you agree? Critically examine with reference to urban and rural poverty indicators.2015 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Poverty Estimation
Figure-based question: four cardboard pieces are shown in the original paper. Which option can be formed by joining them?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Spatial assembly
What explains the eastward flow of the equatorial counter-current?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Geography · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Ocean Currents
There are five tasks and five persons. Task 1 cannot be assigned to Person 1 or Person 2. Task 2 must be assigned to either Person 3 or Person 4. Every person is assigned exactly one task. In how many ways can the assignment be done?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Permutations
India’s Traditional Knowledge Digital Library, which has a database containing formatted information on more than two million medicinal formulations, is proving a powerful weapon in the country’s fight against erroneous patents. Discuss the pros and cons of making the database available publicly under open-source licensing.2015 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Traditional Knowledge Digital Library
As district development officer, you find tension in rural areas over girls going to school. Elders oppose girls’ education, younger people support it, and after molestation of some girls a law-and-order problem arises. Elders decide to socially boycott families sending girls to school. What steps would you take to ensure girls’ safety without disrupting education, and how would you manage patriarchal attitudes to ensure harmony?2015 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Girls Education and Patriarchy Case Study
Explain the factors responsible for the origin of ocean currents. How do they influence regional climates, fishing and navigation?2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Ocean Currents
In the light of Satyam Scandal (2009), discuss the changes brought in corporate governance to ensure transparency and accountability.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Corporate Governance
A candidate attempted 8 questions, scoring 50% on each. His overall test score was 40%, with all questions equally weighted. How many questions were in the test?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Percentages
Consider the pairs: 1. Srisailam—Nallamala Hills 2. Omkareshwar—Satmala Hills 3. Pushkar—Mahadeo Hills. Which is/are correctly matched?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: Climate-change action imposes costs; developing-country domestic finances may be inadequate and multilateral finance is needed. It can be inferred that climate change is likely to have implications on developing countries’ 1. domestic finances 2. capacity for multilateral trade.2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Consider the following pairs of place of pilgrimage and location: 1. Srisailam — Nallamala Hills 2. Omkareshwar — Satmala Hills 3. Pushkar — Mahadeo Hills. Which is/are correctly matched?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Pilgrimage Geography
If amendment bill to the Whistleblowers Protection Act, 2011 tabled in the Parliament is passed, there may be no one left to protect. Critically evaluate.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Whistleblower Protection
Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata are the three mega cities of the country but the air pollution is much more serious problem in Delhi as compared to the other two. Why is this so?2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Air Pollution
Discuss the Namami Gange and National Mission for Clean Ganga programmes and causes of mixed results from previous schemes. What quantum leaps can help preserve the river Ganga better than incremental inputs?2015 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Namami Gange
A father is 9 times his son's age and the mother is 8 times the son's age. Together the parents are 51. What is the son's age?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Ages
With reference to Rowlatt Satyagraha: 1. Rowlatt Act was based on Sedition Committee recommendations. 2. Gandhiji tried to utilize the Home Rule League. 3. Demonstrations against Simon Commission coincided with it. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: Under UNFCCC negotiations, financial support for developing-country mitigation and adaptation is debated. Which are matters of intense debate? 1. Scale and size of required financial support 2. Crop loss due to climate change 3. Enhancement of mitigation and adaptation actions in developing countries.2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
With reference to Rowlatt Satyagraha, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The Rowlatt Act was based on recommendations of the Sedition Committee. 2. In Rowlatt Satyagraha, Gandhiji tried to utilize the Home Rule League. 3. Demonstrations against the Simon Commission coincided with Rowlatt Satyagraha.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Modern Indian History · Rowlatt Satyagraha
India is well endowed with fresh water resources. Critically examine why it still suffers from water scarcity.2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Water Scarcity
The frequency of earthquakes appears to have increased in the Indian subcontinent. However, India’s preparedness for mitigating their impact has significant gaps. Discuss various aspects.2015 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Earthquake Preparedness
For achieving the desired objectives, it is necessary to ensure that the regulatory institutions remain independent and autonomous. Discuss in the light of experiences in recent past.2015 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Regulatory Institutions
A,B,C,D form two married couples. Both women are shorter than their husbands; A is tallest; C is taller than B; D is B's brother. Which statement is NOT correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Family and ordering
Which places were frequently mentioned in the news for the outbreak of Ebola virus?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: The conflict between State and individual has persisted for centuries. Human society is dynamic, and absolute freedom of speech and action could lead to chaos and anarchy. Which statement best sums up the author’s viewpoint?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Among the following, which were frequently mentioned in the news for the outbreak of Ebola virus recently?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Ebola
Human rights activists constantly highlight that the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 is a draconian act leading to cases of human rights abuses by security forces. What sections of AFSPA are opposed by activists? Critically evaluate the requirement with reference to the view held by the Apex Court.2015 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · AFSPA
Increasing interest of India in Africa has its pros and cons. Critically examine.2015 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India-Africa Relations
The states of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are reaching the limits of ecological carrying capacity due to tourism. Critically evaluate.2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Ecological Carrying Capacity
A man has a wife, two sons and two daughters. The daughters attend a feast; male family members go to a picnic; the man's father has not returned from work. Which statement is true?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Family inference
With reference to fly ash from coal-based power plants: 1. It can be used in bricks. 2. It can replace some Portland cement in concrete. 3. It contains no toxic elements. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: UNFCCC places responsibility for climate financial support on developed countries, taking account of their contribution to accumulated greenhouse gases. Why is the responsibility placed on developed countries? 1. Higher per-capita incomes 2. Larger GDP 3. Large contribution to the stock of GHGs.2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
With reference to fly ash produced by coal-fired power plants, which statements are correct? 1. It can be used in bricks. 2. It can replace some Portland cement content in concrete. 3. It consists only of silicon dioxide and calcium oxide and contains no toxic elements.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Fly Ash
Discuss the impediments India is facing in its pursuit of a permanent seat in UNSC.2015 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · UNSC Reform
How far do you agree that the behaviour of the Indian monsoon has been changing due to humanizing landscape? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Monsoon and Human Landscape
Religious indoctrination via social media has resulted in Indian youth joining ISIS. What is ISIS and its mission? How can ISIS be dangerous to the internal security of our country?2015 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · ISIS and Radicalisation
Geeta says Naresh became a better boxer after meditation. Radha says this is impossible because aggression is a boxer's most important asset. What belief underlies Radha's statement?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Assumption
With reference to dugong: 1. It is a herbivorous marine animal. 2. It is found along the entire coast of India. 3. It is protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: No right is absolute. The right of personal property must be viewed with liberty, equality and cooperation. Which is the most convincing explanation?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
With reference to dugong, a mammal found in India, which statements are correct? 1. It is a herbivorous marine animal. 2. It is found along the entire coast of India. 3. It is given legal protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Dugong
The persisting drives of the government for development of large industries in backward areas have resulted in isolating the tribal population and farmers who face multiple displacements. With Malkangiri and Naxalbari foci, discuss the corrective strategies needed to win the Left Wing Extremism doctrine affected citizens back into the mainstream of social and economic growth.2015 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Left Wing Extremism
Smart cities in India cannot sustain without smart villages. Discuss this statement in the backdrop of rural urban integration.2015 · Mains GS1 · Society · Smart Cities and Smart Villages
Project ‘Mausam’ is considered a unique foreign policy initiative of Indian government to improve relationship with its neighbours. Does the project have a strategic dimension? Discuss.2015 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · Project Mausam
All good athletes want to win; all athletes who want to win eat a balanced diet. What is the best conclusion?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Syllogism
Who were economic critics of colonialism in India? 1. Dadabhai Naoroji 2. G. Subramania Iyer 3. R. C. Dutt2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: India’s persistent inflation is linked to administered-price increases, demand-supply imbalances, imported inflation, depreciation and speculation; several are outcomes of economic reforms such as trade liberalisation and subsidy reduction. What is the most logical message?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Who of the following was/were economic critic/critics of colonialism in India? 1. Dadabhai Naoroji 2. G. Subramania Iyer 3. R. C. Dutt2015 · Prelims GS1 · Modern Indian History · Economic Critique of Colonialism
Terrorist activities and mutual distrust have clouded India-Pakistan relations. To what extent could the use of soft power like sports and cultural exchange help generate goodwill between the two countries? Discuss with suitable examples.2015 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India-Pakistan Relations
What are the economic significance of discovery of oil in Arctic Sea and its possible environmental consequences?2015 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Arctic Oil
Considering the threats cyberspace poses for the country, India needs a Digital Armed Forces to prevent crimes. Critically evaluate the National Cyber Security Policy, 2013 outlining the challenges perceived in its effective implementation.2015 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Cyber Security
Passage says richer States have greater capacity and responsibility to cut carbon emissions, promote clean energy and support poorer States. What is the most logical assumption?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Renewable energy and federal burden
Which institution issues the ‘Global Economic Prospects’ report periodically?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Usha runs faster than Kamala; Priti runs slower than Swati; and Swati runs slower than Kamala. Who is the slowest runner?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ordering
Which one of the following issues the “Global Economic Prospects” report periodically?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Economy · International Economic Reports
A story describes Guleri's suicide after her husband Manak is remarried under family pressure because the couple had no child. What issue is the story primarily meant to sensitize readers about?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Patriarchy
When RBI reduces the Statutory Liquidity Ratio by 50 basis points, what is likely to happen?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Consider the statements: life on other heavenly bodies is considered possible and space voyage is an established fact. What can definitely be concluded about UFOs?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Logical Reasoning
When the Reserve Bank of India reduces the Statutory Liquidity Ratio by 50 basis points, which of the following is likely to happen?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Economy · SLR
Passage says government's ultimate aim is not rule by fear but freeing people from fear so they can live securely, develop mind and body, and use reason. What inference follows?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Purpose of government
With reference to nanotechnology in the health sector: 1. Targeted drug delivery is possible. 2. It can contribute to gene therapy. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Year-wise variation of the price of a commodity is shown in the original UPSC graph (figure reference: https://i0.wp.com/adisclasses.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CSAT-2015-Q58.png?resize=300%2C238&ssl=1). The price of the commodity in the year 1980:2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Data Interpretation
With reference to use of nanotechnology in the health sector, which statements are correct? 1. Targeted drug delivery is made possible by nanotechnology. 2. Nanotechnology can contribute to gene therapy.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Nanotechnology in Health
Passage says municipal corporations are understaffed and often lack technical, managerial and professional competencies required for complex urban services. What is the most logical assumption?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Urban governance capacity
In India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Agriculture · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, APMC
The original UPSC bar charts compare expenditure by Families A and B (figure reference: https://i0.wp.com/adisclasses.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CSAT-2015-Q59.png?resize=300%2C238&ssl=1). Family A spends Rs.20,000 monthly with 50% on food; Family B spends Rs.1,00,000 with 10% on food. What follows?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Data Interpretation
Passage notes flamingos are social, perform group mating displays and place chicks in creches while adults forage. What is the most logical corollary?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Animal social behaviour
Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Environment & Ecology · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Gangetic Dolphin
If ABC × DEED = ABCABC, where A, B, C, D and E are different digits, what are D and E?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Number System
Passage describes electronic MGNREGS wage payments but notes many rural beneficiaries still depend on village leaders due to financial and technological illiteracy. What crucial message follows?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Financial literacy and MGNREGS
With reference to Congress Socialist Party: 1. It advocated boycott of British goods and evasion of taxes. 2. It wanted dictatorship of the proletariat. 3. It advocated separate electorates for minorities and oppressed classes. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Statements: Some men are great. Some men are wise. Conclusions: I. Men are either great or wise. II. Some men are neither great nor wise. Which is correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Syllogism
With reference to Congress Socialist Party, consider the following statements: 1. It advocated the boycott of British goods and evasion of taxes. 2. It wanted to establish the dictatorship of proletariat. 3. It advocated separate electorate for minorities and oppressed classes. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Modern Indian History · Congress Socialist Party
Passage warns against focusing exclusively on economic growth and supports balanced investment in non-income dimensions of human development. Consider: I. A strong institutional framework is the only requirement for human development. II. Human development and economic growth are not always positively inter-related. III. Focusing only on human development should be the goal of economic growth. Which is correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Human development
Consider: 1. Rajya Sabha has no power to reject or amend a Money Bill. 2. Rajya Sabha cannot vote on Demands for Grants. 3. Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Each face of a cube has a different colour V, I, B, G, Y and O. Y, O and B are on adjacent faces; I, G and Y are on adjacent faces; B, G and Y are on adjacent faces. Which colour is opposite O?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Spatial Reasoning
Consider the following statements: 1. The Rajya Sabha has no power either to reject or to amend a Money Bill. 2. The Rajya Sabha cannot vote on the Demands for Grants. 3. The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Parliamentary Financial Procedure
From the same human-development passage, assess assumptions: I. Higher economic growth is essential to reduce economic disparity. II. Environmental degradation can sometimes result from economic growth.2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Growth and environment
The Government of India Act of 1919 clearly defined2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Modern Indian History · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Government of India Act 1919
Pipes A and B can fill a tank independently in 20 and 30 minutes. If opened together, how long will they take?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Time and Work
Which institution brings out the Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial Workers?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
The number of persons who read magazine X only is thrice the number of persons who read magazine Y, and the number who read magazine Y only is thrice the number who read magazine X. Conclusions: 1. Those reading both are twice those reading only X. 2. Total readers of either or both are twice those reading both. Which conclusion(s) follow?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Set Logic
Which of the following brings out the Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial Workers?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Economy · CPI-IW
A, B, C and D each start with ₹100. A pays ₹20 to B; B pays ₹10 to C; C receives ₹30 from D. Which statement is NOT correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Money transfers
Regarding IceCube, a particle detector at the South Pole: 1. It is the world’s largest neutrino detector, encompassing a cubic kilometre of ice. 2. It is a powerful telescope to search for dark matter. 3. It is buried deep in the ice. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
The original UPSC graph depicts earnings of A and B from 2000 to 2010 (figure reference: https://i0.wp.com/adisclasses.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CSAT-2015-Q52.png?resize=300%2C242&ssl=1). Which conclusion is supported?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Data Interpretation
In the context of modern scientific research, consider the following statements about IceCube, a particle detector located at the South Pole: 1. It is the world’s largest neutrino detector, encompassing a cubic kilometre of ice. 2. It is a powerful telescope to search for dark matter. 3. It is buried deep in the ice. Which are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · IceCube Neutrino Observatory
In a town, 45% read magazine A, 55% B, 40% C; 30% read A&B, 15% B&C, 25% A&C and 10% all three. What percentage read none?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Set theory
The terms ‘Agreement on Agriculture’, ‘Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures’ and ‘Peace Clause’ are associated with the affairs of the2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
A person ordered 5 pairs of black socks and x pairs of brown socks. A black pair costs three times a brown pair. The clerk interchanged the quantities, making the bill 100% higher. What was x?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Algebra
The terms “Agreement on Agriculture”, “Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures” and “Peace Clause” appear in the news frequently in the context of the affairs of the2015 · Prelims GS1 · International Relations · WTO Agriculture
Given: lady's finger is tastier than cabbage; cauliflower is tastier than lady's finger; cabbage is not tastier than peas. What conclusion follows?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Ordering
With reference to Near Field Communication (NFC): 1. It is contactless communication using electromagnetic radio fields. 2. It is designed for devices even a metre apart. 3. It can use encryption for sensitive information. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
A student must choose 2 of Commerce, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics I and Mathematics II. Mathematics II can be chosen only if Mathematics I is also chosen. How many valid two-subject combinations are possible?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Combinatorics
With reference to Near Field Communication (NFC) Technology, which statements are correct? 1. It is a contactless communication technology that uses electromagnetic radio fields. 2. NFC is designed for devices that can be at a distance of even a metre from each other. 3. NFC can use encryption when sending sensitive information.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · NFC
Shahid and Rohit start from the same point in opposite directions. After every 1 km Shahid turns left and Rohit turns right. Which statement is correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Direction sense
The area known as ‘Golan Heights’ appears in the news in the context of events related to2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: Government sometimes requires discretionary powers, but such power must remain within recognized rules, safeguards and predictable principles to prevent abuse. What is the most logical assumption?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
The area known as “Golan Heights” sometimes appears in the news in the context of events related to2015 · Prelims GS1 · International Relations · Golan Heights
In a 500 m race, B starts 45 m ahead of A. A finishes while B is still 35 m short of the finish. Find speed ratio A:B.2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Race and speed
Convertibility of rupee implies2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Indian Economy · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Currency Convertibility
A committee must select one Principal and two Vice-Principals from six persons, of whom only two are eligible to be Principal. How many selections are possible?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Combinatorics
Two equal glasses are respectively 1/3 and 1/4 full of milk, then filled with water and mixed. What is the ratio of milk to water?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Mixture
Consider the pairs: 1. Champaka—Central India 2. Durgara—Jammu 3. Kuluta—Malabar. Which is/are correctly matched?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage on formal financial institutions and rural savings. Statements: 1. Indian financial institutions offer no financial instruments to rural households. 2. Poor households tend to spend earnings/savings when they lack access to appropriate financial instruments. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Consider the following pairs of medieval Indian region and present State/region: 1. Champaka — Central India 2. Durgara — Jammu 3. Kuluta — Malabar. Which is/are correctly matched?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Medieval History · Historical Geography
Of 130 students, 62 failed English, 52 failed Mathematics and 24 failed both. How many passed both subjects?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Set theory
Consider the rivers: 1. Vamsadhara 2. Indravati 3. Pranahita 4. Pennar. Which are tributaries of Godavari?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage on formal financial institutions and rural savings. What is the crucial message?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Consider the following rivers: 1. Vamsadhara 2. Indravati 3. Pranahita 4. Pennar. Which are tributaries of Godavari?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Godavari Basin
In a bus group, 6 speak Tamil, 15 Hindi, 6 Gujarati; nobody speaks another language. Two people speak exactly two languages and one speaks all three. How many people are in the group?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Set theory and languages
When a bill is referred to a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament, it has to be passed by2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Indian Polity & Governance · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Joint Sitting
Passage criticizes caste/community/religious favouritism as making democracy phoney and urges respect for persons and opportunities based on merit. Which statement best sums it up?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
In a parking area, total wheels of cars and two-wheelers are 100 more than twice the total number of vehicles. How many cars are parked?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Linear equations
Which region of India has a combination of mangrove forest, evergreen forest and deciduous forest?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: Open defecation contaminates food and water, spreads disease, contributes to malnutrition, stunting and impaired cognitive development. What is the most critical inference?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Which one of the following regions of India has a combination of mangrove forest, evergreen forest and deciduous forest?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Forest Types
Statement describes mangrove leaf litter feeding fungi/bacteria, worms, crustaceans, fish, birds and crocodiles. What is the most logical inference?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Mangrove food chains
Which kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha? 1. Avanti 2. Gandhara 3. Kosala 4. Magadha2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
“By liberty I mean the eager maintenance of that atmosphere in which men have the opportunity to be their best selves.” Which interpretation is best?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Which of the following kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha? 1. Avanti 2. Gandhara 3. Kosala 4. Magadha2015 · Prelims GS1 · Ancient History · Buddha and Mahajanapadas
“By liberty I mean the eager maintenance of that atmosphere in which men have the opportunity to be their best selves.” What view is implied?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Liberty
Which is associated with control and phasing out of ozone-depleting substances?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: Advanced-economy portfolio investment in emerging markets has risen sharply, and reversal of US quantitative easing could trigger a chain reaction. What is the most rational inference?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Which one of the following is associated with control and phasing out of ozone-depleting substances?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Montreal Protocol
Passage says climate change worsens hunger and malnutrition among poor communities, while poverty can drive unsustainable resource use that worsens climate change. What is the most logical corollary?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Climate change and poverty
The arrival of Babur into India led to: 1. Introduction of gunpowder in the subcontinent 2. Introduction of arch and dome in architecture 3. Establishment of Timurid dynasty in the region. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: Poverty can make people more vulnerable to climate impacts, while climate impacts can deepen poverty through food insecurity, livelihood loss and price shocks. What is the most logical message?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
The arrival of Babur into India led to the: 1. introduction of gunpowder in the subcontinent 2. introduction of the arch and dome in the region’s architecture 3. establishment of Timurid dynasty in the region. Select the correct answer.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Medieval History · Babur
Passage notes rising portfolio investment from advanced to emerging economies and warns that reversal of US quantitative easing could trigger instability. What is the most rational inference?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Foreign portfolio investment risk
The Government of India established NITI Aayog to replace the2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Indian Polity & Governance · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, NITI Aayog
Mangroves shed large quantities of leaves; decomposers consume the litter, tiny organisms feed on them, and fish, birds and crocodiles feed further up the chain. What is the most logical inference?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Passage explains how open defecation contaminates food and water, spreads disease, worsens malnutrition and stunting, and harms cognitive development. What is the most critical inference?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Open defecation and human capital
What is Rio+20 Conference, often mentioned in the news?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Environment & Ecology · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Rio+20
In a parking area, the total number of wheels of cars (four-wheelers) and scooters/motorbikes (two-wheelers) is 100 more than twice the number of parked vehicles. How many cars are parked?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Algebra
Passage criticizes caste/community/religious favouritism and argues that people should be respected as individuals and given opportunities on merit. What best summarizes it?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Democracy and equal opportunity
Consider: 1. Executive power of the Union of India is vested in the Prime Minister. 2. Prime Minister is ex-officio Chairman of the Civil Services Board. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
In a bus group, 6 persons speak Tamil, 15 Hindi and 6 Gujarati. Two persons speak exactly two languages and one speaks all three; nobody speaks any other language. How many persons are in the group?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Set Logic
Consider the following statements: 1. The Executive Power of the Union of India is vested in the Prime Minister. 2. The Prime Minister is the ex officio Chairman of the Civil Services Board. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Union Executive
Passage says formal financial institutions and suitable instruments help households save, but poor rural households often lack access and may spend savings immediately. Consider: I. Indian institutions offer no instruments to rural households. II. Poor households may spend earnings because they lack access to suitable instruments. Which is correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Savings and financial access
The term “Goldilocks Zone” is often seen in the news in the context of2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Science & Technology · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Habitable Zone
Two equal glasses are respectively 1/3 and 1/4 full of milk, then filled with water and mixed. What is the ratio of milk to water?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ratio
From the same passage on savings and access to financial institutions, what is the crucial message?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Financial inclusion
Who organized a march on the Tanjore coast to break the Salt Law in April 1930?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Modern Indian History · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Civil Disobedience Movement
Out of 130 students, 62 failed English, 52 failed Mathematics and 24 failed both. How many passed finally?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Set Logic
Passage says governments sometimes need discretionary power but it must operate under parliamentary authorization, rules and safeguards to prevent abuse. What is the most logical assumption?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Administrative discretion and rule of law
Who founded a new city on the south bank of a tributary of river Krishna and undertook to rule his kingdom as the agent of a deity?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
In a 500-metre race, B starts 45 metres ahead of A, but when A finishes, B is still 35 metres behind the finish. What is the ratio of A’s speed to B’s?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Speed Time Distance
Who founded a new city on the south bank of a tributary to river Krishna and undertook to rule his new kingdom as the agent of a deity to whom all land south of Krishna was supposed to belong?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Medieval History · Vijayanagara Empire
One Principal and two Vice-Principals are to be selected from six candidates. Only two candidates are eligible for Principal; all six are eligible for Vice-Principal. How many possible combinations of selectees are there?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Combinations
Consider: 1. The first woman President of the Indian National Congress was Sarojini Naidu. 2. The first Muslim President was Badruddin Tyabji. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Statements: Lady’s finger is tastier than cabbage; cauliflower is tastier than lady’s finger; cabbage is not tastier than peas. What conclusion follows?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Logical Reasoning
Consider the following statements: 1. The first woman President of the Indian National Congress was Sarojini Naidu. 2. The first Muslim President of the Indian National Congress was Badruddin Tyabji. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Modern Indian History · Indian National Congress
A student must choose 2 subjects from Commerce, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics I and Mathematics II. Mathematics II may be chosen only with Mathematics I. How many valid combinations are possible?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Combinations
Regarding the Green Climate Fund: 1. It assists developing countries in adaptation and mitigation. 2. It is founded under UNEP, OECD, ADB and World Bank. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Shahid and Rohit start from the same point in opposite directions. After every 1 km Shahid turns left and Rohit turns right. Which statement is correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Direction Sense
Which of the statements regarding Green Climate Fund is/are correct? 1. It is intended to assist developing countries in adaptation and mitigation practices to counter climate change. 2. It was founded under the aegis of UNEP, OECD, Asian Development Bank and World Bank.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Green Climate Fund
A person orders 5 pairs of black socks and x pairs of brown socks. A black pair costs three times a brown pair. The clerk swaps the quantities, doubling the bill. How many brown pairs were originally ordered?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Algebra
Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2014 was given to2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Science & Technology · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, ISRO
In a town, 45% read magazine A, 55% B, 40% C, 30% A and B, 15% B and C, 25% A and C, and 10% all three. What percentage read none?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Set Logic
Magazine X-only readers are three times all Y readers, while Y-only readers are three times all X readers. Consider: I. Both-magazine readers are twice X-only readers. II. Total readers of either/both are twice both-magazine readers. Which conclusion follows?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Set relationships
With reference to the Cabinet Mission: 1. It recommended a federal government. 2. It enlarged the powers of the Indian courts. 3. It provided for more Indians in the ICS. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
A, B, C and D each have Rs.100. A pays Rs.20 to B; B pays Rs.10 to C; C receives Rs.30 from D. Which statement is not correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Arithmetic
With reference to the Cabinet Mission, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It recommended a federal government. 2. It enlarged the powers of the Indian courts. 3. It provided for more Indians in the ICS.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Modern Indian History · Cabinet Mission
Figure-based question: the original graph compares earnings of A and B from 2000 to 2010. Which conclusion follows from the graph?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Data Interpretation · Line graph
Which National Park has a climate varying from tropical to subtropical, temperate and arctic?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
If A runs less fast than B, and B runs as fast as but not faster than C, then compared with A, C runs2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Logical Reasoning
Which one of the following National Parks has a climate that varies from tropical to subtropical, temperate and arctic?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Namdapha National Park
Pipes A and B can fill a tank independently in 20 and 30 minutes. If opened together, how long do they take?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Pipes and cisterns
Amnesty International is2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, International Relations · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Human Rights Organizations
Passage on human development: exclusive focus on economic growth can produce adverse distributional and environmental effects. Assumptions: 1. Higher growth is essential to reduce economic disparity. 2. Environmental degradation is sometimes a consequence of economic growth. Which is/are valid?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
A cube's six faces are colored V,I,B,G,Y,O. Given adjacent triples Y-O-B, I-G-Y, B-G-Y and O-V-B, which color is opposite O?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Cube faces
With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which was made earliest?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
From the same human-development passage, consider: 1. A strong institutional framework is the only requirement for human development. 2. Human development and economic growth are not always positively inter-related. 3. Focusing only on human development should be the goal. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
With reference to the art and archaeological history of India, which one among the following was made earliest?2015 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Indian Art Chronology
Statements: Some men are great. Some men are wise. Conclusions: I. Men are either great or wise. II. Some men are neither great nor wise. Which is valid?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Syllogism
Which are essential elements of the feudal system? 1. Very strong centralized political authority and very weak provincial/local authority 2. Administrative structure based on control and possession of land 3. Lord–vassal relationship between feudal lord and overlord.2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage on electronic MGNREGS wage payments: many rural beneficiaries with bank accounts still depend on village leaders because of financial, functional and technological illiteracy. What is the crucial message?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
With reference to Indian history, which of the following is/are essential element/elements of the feudal system? 1. A very strong centralized authority and very weak local authority. 2. Emergence of an administrative structure based on control and possession of land. 3. Creation of a lord-vassal relationship between feudal lord and overlord.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Medieval History · Feudalism
Statements: some claim to have seen UFOs; life elsewhere is considered possible; space voyages are established. What can be concluded about UFOs?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Inference
“BioCarbon Fund Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes” is managed by the2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Environment & Ecology · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, BioCarbon Fund
Passage: Flamingos form large social flocks, perform group mating dances and protect chicks in creches while adults forage. What is the most logical corollary?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
If ABC × DEED = ABCABC, where A,B,C,D,E are distinct digits, what are D and E?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Cryptarithm
India is a member of which among the following? 1. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation 2. Association of South-East Asian Nations 3. East Asia Summit2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, International Relations · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Regional Groupings
Passage: The aim of government is not rule by fear but to free people from fear, secure their right to exist and work without injury, and allow reason and development. What is the most logical inference?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Figure-based question: a graph shows year-wise variation in a commodity's price. What can be concluded about its price in 1990?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Data Interpretation · Price graph
In India, the steel production industry requires the import of2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Indian Economy · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Steel Industry
Passage from “Stench of Kerosene”: family pressure for an heir leads to a second marriage and tragic consequences. The story primarily sensitizes readers about2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Figure-based question: monthly expenditure charts show Family A spends 50% of ₹20,000 on food and Family B spends 10% of ₹1,00,000 on food. What follows?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Data Interpretation · Bar charts
The Fifth and Sixth Schedules in the Constitution of India are made in order to2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: Municipal corporations are understaffed and recruitment rules do not adequately require the technical and managerial competencies needed for complex urban services. What is the most logical assumption?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
The provisions in the Fifth Schedule and Sixth Schedule in the Constitution of India are made in order to2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Fifth and Sixth Schedules
Usha runs faster than Kamala; Priti slower than Swati; Swati slower than Kamala. Who is slowest?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Ordering
With reference to the Union Government: 1. Department of Revenue is responsible for preparation of the Union Budget. 2. No amount can be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India without authorization from Parliament. 3. All disbursements from the Public Account also need authorization from Parliament. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
All good athletes want to win, and all athletes who want to win eat a well-balanced diet. What is the best conclusion?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Logical Reasoning
With reference to the Union Government, consider the following statements: 1. The Department of Revenue is responsible for preparation of the Union Budget. 2. No amount can be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India without authorization from Parliament. 3. All disbursements from the Public Account need authorization from Parliament. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Public Finance
Passage links persistent inflation to administered prices, supply-demand pressures, imported inflation, currency depreciation and speculation, while noting that some pressures can accompany economic reform and trade liberalisation. What is the most logical message?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Inflation and economic reforms
Who/Which is the custodian of the Constitution of India?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: Richer States have greater responsibility and capacity to reduce carbon emissions, invest in clean energy and support poorer States, while financially stressed State Electricity Boards are reluctant to adopt costlier renewable energy. What is the most logical assumption?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Who/Which of the following is the custodian of the Constitution of India?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Supreme Court
Passage argues that no right is absolute and that personal property must be reconciled with liberty, equality and cooperation. Which inference best reflects the passage?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Property rights and economic justice
Consider: 1. Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme was launched in 1996–97 to provide loan assistance to poor farmers. 2. Command Area Development Programme was launched in 1974–75 for improving water-use efficiency. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Geeta says Naresh has become a better boxer since he started meditation. Radha replies that this is impossible because a boxer’s most important asset is aggressiveness. Radha’s statement reflects her belief that2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Logical Reasoning
Consider the following statements: 1. Accelerated Irrigation Benefits Programme was launched during 1996-97 to provide loan assistance to poor farmers. 2. Command Area Development Programme was launched in 1974-75 for development of water-use efficiency. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Agriculture · Irrigation Programmes
Passage discusses the continuing conflict between individual freedom and State authority, warning that absolute freedom can produce chaos. Which statement best follows?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Liberty and state authority
The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee is constituted under the2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Science & Technology · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, GEAC
Consider: 1. A man had a wife, two sons and two daughters in his family. 2. The daughters were invited to a feast and the male members went out for a picnic. 3. The man’s father did not return from work. Which statement is true?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Logical Reasoning
A passage on UNFCCC climate finance discusses support from developed to developing countries. Which matters are subjects of intense debate? 1. Scale and size of required financial support 2. Crop loss in developing countries 3. Enhancing mitigation and adaptation actions in developing countries.2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Climate finance
In the Mekong–Ganga Cooperation initiative, which are NOT participants? 1. Bangladesh 2. Cambodia 3. China 4. Myanmar 5. Thailand2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Four persons A, B, C and D, consisting of two married couples, form a group. Both women are shorter than their respective husbands. A is tallest, C is taller than B, and D is B’s brother. Which statement is not correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Logical Arrangement
In the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, which of the following is/are not a participant? 1. Bangladesh 2. Cambodia 3. China 4. Myanmar 5. Thailand2015 · Prelims GS1 · International Relations · Mekong-Ganga Cooperation
Why does the passage place greater responsibility on developed countries to provide climate support? 1. Higher per-capita income 2. Larger GDP 3. Larger historical contribution to atmospheric greenhouse-gas stock.2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Climate responsibility
“Basel III Accord” seeks to2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Indian Economy · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Basel III
Four cardboard pieces of specific shapes are shown in the original UPSC figure. Figure: https://i0.wp.com/adisclasses.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CSAT-2015-Q14.png?resize=130%2C193&ssl=1 . Which figure can be formed by joining these pieces?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Spatial Reasoning
From the climate-finance passage, what implications arise for developing countries? 1. Mobilisation/use of domestic finances 2. Multilateral trade.2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Climate finance implications
Consider: 1. Winds blowing between 30° N and 60° S throughout the year are known as westerlies. 2. Moist air masses causing winter rains in north-western India are part of westerlies. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
A father is nine times as old as his son and the mother is eight times as old as the son. The sum of the father’s and mother’s ages is 51 years. What is the age of the son?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ages
Consider the following statements: 1. Winds which blow between 30° N and 60° S latitudes throughout the year are known as westerlies. 2. Moist air masses that cause winter rains in north-western India are part of westerlies. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Westerlies
What is essentially discussed in the climate-finance passage?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Reading Comprehension · Climate negotiations
With reference to IOR-ARC: 1. It was established very recently in response to piracy and oil spills. 2. It is an alliance meant only for maritime security. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
In a test, a candidate attempted only 8 questions and secured 50% marks in each attempted question. If the candidate obtained 40% of the total marks and all questions carried equal marks, how many questions were there in the test?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Percentages
With reference to Indian Ocean Rim Association for Regional Cooperation (IOR-ARC), consider: 1. It was established very recently in response to piracy and oil spills. 2. It is an alliance meant for maritime security only. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · International Relations · IORA
Between 6 and 7 o'clock, when is the minute hand ahead of the hour hand by 3 minute-spaces?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Clock problems
Which movement contributed to a split in the Indian National Congress resulting in Moderates and Extremists?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
What is the missing number X in the series 7, X, 21, 31, 43?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Number Series
Which one of the following movements contributed to a split in the Indian National Congress resulting in emergence of “moderates” and “extremists”?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Modern Indian History · Swadeshi Movement
Five different tasks are to be assigned to five persons, one task each. Task 1 cannot be assigned to person 1 or 2, and Task 2 must be assigned to person 3 or 4. How many valid assignments are possible?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Assignments and permutations
The unique living root bridges are found in which region?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
An automobile owner reduced monthly petrol consumption as prices rose: Rs.40→60 litres, Rs.50→48 litres, Rs.60→40 litres, Rs.75→32 litres. If price becomes Rs.80 per litre, expected consumption is2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Data Interpretation
In a particular region in India, local people train roots of living trees into robust bridges across streams. These unique living root bridges are found in2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Living Root Bridges
Peter and Paul have incomes in the ratio 4:3 and expenditures in the ratio 3:2. Each saves ₹6,000. What are their respective incomes?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Ratio and savings
Tides occur due to which among the following? 1. Gravitational force of the Sun 2. Gravitational force of the Moon 3. Centrifugal force of the Earth2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Consider the matrix: top row 3, 8, 10, 2, ?, 1; bottom row 6, 56, 90, 2, 20, 0. What is the missing number?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Number Pattern
Tides occur in oceans and seas due to which among the following? 1. Gravitational force of the Sun 2. Gravitational force of the Moon 3. Centrifugal force of the Earth2015 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Tides
Two cities are 360 km apart. A person travels from one to the other at 40 km/h and returns at 60 km/h. What is the average speed for the whole journey?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Average speed
In which activities are Indian Remote Sensing satellites used? 1. Crop productivity assessment 2. Groundwater location 3. Mineral exploration 4. Telecommunications 5. Traffic studies2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Consider the original UPSC visual figure and choose the figure that should replace the question mark. Main figure: https://i0.wp.com/adisclasses.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CSAT-2015-Q11.png?resize=300%2C68&ssl=12015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Spatial Reasoning
In which of the following activities are Indian Remote Sensing (IRS) satellites used? 1. Assessment of crop productivity 2. Locating groundwater resources 3. Mineral exploration 4. Telecommunications 5. Traffic studies2015 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Remote Sensing
Six cousins A, B, C, D, E and F have distinct ages 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22 and share the same birthday. E is oldest; F's age lies between B and D; A is older than B; C is older than D; and A is one year older than C. Which assignment is possible?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Age ordering
Consider the States: 1. Arunachal Pradesh 2. Himachal Pradesh 3. Mizoram. In which do Tropical Wet Evergreen Forests occur?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Twelve people form a club. By picking lots, one of them will host a dinner for all once in a month. The number of dinners a particular member has to host in one year is2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Probability
Consider the following States: 1. Arunachal Pradesh 2. Himachal Pradesh 3. Mizoram. In which do Tropical Wet Evergreen Forests occur?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Natural Vegetation
Using the same six-cousin conditions, how many logically possible ascending age orders are there?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Age ordering
The term ‘IndARC’ refers to2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: The author explains that silence, restraint and economy of words help a votary of truth avoid exaggeration, suppression or modification of truth. For the author, silence is necessary in order to surmount2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
The term “IndARC”, sometimes seen in the news, is the name of2015 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Polar Research
At a gathering, each pair of friends of the same sex hugs, while each pair of opposite sex shakes hands. There are 24 handshakes. Which number of hugs is possible?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Combinatorics
With reference to the Forest Carbon Partnership Facility: 1. It is a global partnership of governments, businesses, civil society and indigenous peoples. 2. It provides financial aid directly to universities and individual scientists. 3. It assists countries in REDD+ through financial and technical support. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
From the same passage on silence and economy of words, the most appropriate reason the author was spared many a mishap is that2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
With reference to Forest Carbon Partnership Facility, which statements are correct? 1. It is a global partnership of governments, businesses, civil society and indigenous peoples. 2. It provides financial aid for scientific forestry research to develop climate-adaptation technologies. 3. It assists countries in REDD+ efforts through financial and technical assistance.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · REDD+ and FCPF
Anil and David are men; Shabnam and Rekha are women. Two speak Tamil and the other two Marathi. One man and one woman drive. Shabnam speaks Marathi, Anil speaks Tamil, and Rekha and David drive. Which statement is true?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Attribute deduction
Which one of the following was given classical language status recently?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
From the passage on silence, the author says a thoughtless word hardly ever escapes his tongue or pen. Which is not a valid reason for this?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
Which one of the following was given Classical Language status recently before the 2015 examination?2015 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Classical Languages
Lines satisfy X perpendicular to Y, X parallel to Z; U perpendicular to V and U perpendicular to W; and X perpendicular to V. Which statement is true?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Lines and perpendicularity
With reference to BirdLife International: 1. It is a global partnership of conservation organizations. 2. The concept of biodiversity hotspots originated from this organization. 3. It identifies Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: India’s high child mortality is linked to weak breastfeeding and immunisation practices, gaps in maternal care, child marriage, anaemia and poor adolescent sanitation. What critical inference follows?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
With reference to BirdLife International, which statements are correct? 1. It is a global partnership of conservation organizations. 2. The concept of biodiversity hotspots originated from this organization. 3. It identifies sites known as Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · BirdLife International
The price of a cow is more than the price of 4 goats but less than the price of 5 goats. Each goat costs between ₹600 and ₹800. Which statement about the cow's price is necessarily the most valid?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Inequalities
Which one of the following countries of South-West Asia does not open out to the Mediterranean Sea?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Geography · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, South-West Asia
Passage: Some people argue that cutting defence expenditure on weapon-building would create peace with neighbours; the author rejects this as a false argument. What is the most valid assumption?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
In a society everyone is either a fighter or a coward. Any two cowards are friends; a fighter and a coward are enemies; two fighters are indifferent. Given A and B are enemies, C and D are friends, E and F are indifferent, A and E are not enemies, and B and F are enemies, which statement is correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Logical Reasoning · Classification
In India, in which one of the following types of forests is teak a dominant tree species?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Environment & Ecology · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Forest Types
Passage: Long-distance and processed food creates transport pollution, wastage, rainforest destruction, reduced nutrition and additional preservation/packaging demand. Consider: 1. Consuming regionally grown food is eco-friendly. 2. Food processing puts a burden on natural resources.2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
A bag has 10 white balls. The number of white balls is 3 fewer than the number of red balls and 5 more than the number of green balls. How many balls are there in total?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Quantitative Aptitude · Ratios and counts
The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action is2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: Human history contains theories restricting the right to govern to selected citizens and justifying exclusion for social or political efficacy. Which statement is least essential to this argument?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
“Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action”, often seen in the news, is2015 · Prelims GS1 · International Relations · Beijing Platform for Action
In an examination group, 60% are men and 40% women. Of the men, 70% clear a qualifying stage and 80% of those are finally successful. Of the women, 75% clear the qualifying stage and 70% of those are finally successful. Which statement is correct?2015 · Prelims CSAT · Data Interpretation · Success rates
Each day is more or less the same: mornings are clear and bright with a sea breeze; as the Sun climbs, heat mounts, dark clouds form, and rain comes with thunder and lightning before quickly clearing. Which climatic region is described?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Passage: By 2050 a larger population, changing consumption, climate stress and finite land/water will intensify food needs; responses include higher yields, efficient farming, waste reduction, nutrient recovery and changed consumption. What best sums up the passage?2015 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Reading Comprehension
“Each day is more or less the same, the morning is clear and bright with a sea breeze; as the Sun climbs high, heat mounts up, dark clouds form, then rain comes with thunder and lightning. But rain is soon over.” Which region is described?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Equatorial Climate
With reference to the Indian economy, consider: 1. The rate of growth of real GDP has steadily increased in the last decade. 2. GDP at market prices in rupees has steadily increased in the last decade. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
With reference to Indian economy, consider: 1. The rate of growth of Real GDP has steadily increased in the last decade. 2. GDP at market prices in rupees has steadily increased in the last decade. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Economy · GDP
With reference to a State Legislative Council: 1. It can be larger than half the size of the Legislative Assembly. 2. The Governor nominates the Chairman of the Council. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Consider the following statements: 1. The Legislative Council of a State can be larger than half of the Legislative Assembly of that State. 2. The Governor nominates the Chairman of the Legislative Council. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · State Legislative Council
“To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India” is a provision made in the2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Indian Polity & Governance · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Fundamental Duties
Which one of the following is the best description of an ecosystem?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Which one of the following is the best description of the term ecosystem?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Ecosystem
The fundamental object of Panchayati Raj is to ensure which of the following? 1. People’s participation in development 2. Political accountability 3. Democratic decentralization 4. Financial mobilization2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
The fundamental object of Panchayati Raj system is to ensure which among the following? 1. People’s participation in development 2. Political accountability 3. Democratic decentralization 4. Financial mobilization2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Panchayati Raj
Which of the following are components of Monetary Policy? 1. Bank rate 2. Open market operations 3. Public debt 4. Public revenue2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
With reference to Indian economy, consider: 1. Bank Rate 2. Open market operations 3. Public debt 4. Public revenue. Which are components/instruments of Monetary Policy?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Economy · Monetary Policy
Which statement regarding inflation in India is correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
With reference to inflation in India, which statement is correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Economy · Inflation
Among China, France, India, Israel and Pakistan, which are recognized as nuclear-weapon States under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Consider the following countries: 1. China 2. France 3. India 4. Israel 5. Pakistan. Which are Nuclear-Weapon States recognized by the NPT?2015 · Prelims GS1 · International Relations · NPT
The ideal of a Welfare State in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
The ideal of “Welfare State” in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Welfare State
Replacing wooden ploughs with steel ploughs in agriculture is an example of2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
The substitution of steel for wooden ploughs in agricultural production is an example of2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Economy · Technological Progress
There is a Parliamentary System of Government in India because2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
There is a Parliamentary System of Government in India because the2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Parliamentary System
H1N1 virus is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to which disease?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Science & Technology · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, H1N1
With reference to bio-toilets used by Indian Railways: 1. Decomposition of human waste is initiated by a fungal inoculum. 2. Ammonia and water vapour are the only end products released. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
With reference to bio-toilets used by Indian Railways, consider: 1. Decomposition of human waste is initiated by a fungal inoculum. 2. Ammonia and water vapour are the only end products released into the atmosphere. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Bio-toilets
The problem of international liquidity is related to the non-availability of2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, Indian Economy · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, International Liquidity
With reference to fuel cells: 1. If pure hydrogen is used as fuel, heat and water are by-products. 2. Fuel cells can power buildings but not small devices such as laptops. 3. Fuel cells produce alternating current directly. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
With reference to fuel cells in which hydrogen-rich fuel and oxygen generate electricity, consider: 1. If pure hydrogen is used, the fuel cell emits heat and water as by-products. 2. Fuel cells can power buildings but not small devices like laptops. 3. Fuel cells produce electricity in AC form. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Fuel Cells
Kalamkari painting refers to2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies, History & Culture · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I, Kalamkari
What is the main objective of the Seed Village Concept?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Which one of the following best describes the main objective of “Seed Village Concept”?2015 · Prelims GS1 · Agriculture · Seed Village Concept
A persistent deficit budget can be reduced by which actions? 1. Reducing revenue expenditure 2. Introducing new welfare schemes 3. Rationalizing subsidies 4. Expanding industries2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
There has been a persistent deficit budget year after year. Which actions can be taken by government to reduce the deficit? 1. Reducing revenue expenditure 2. Introducing new welfare schemes 3. Rationalizing subsidies 4. Expanding industries2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Economy · Fiscal Deficit
Which have been accorded Geographical Indication status? 1. Banaras Brocades and Sarees 2. Rajasthani Dal-Bati-Churma 3. Tirupati Laddu2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
Which of the following has/have been accorded Geographical Indication status? 1. Banaras Brocades and Sarees 2. Rajasthani Daal-Bati-Churma 3. Tirupati Laddu2015 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Geographical Indications
With reference to the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA): 1. It is a Public Limited Government Company. 2. It is registered as a Non-Banking Financial Company. Which is/are correct?2015 · Prelims GS1 · General Studies · UPSC Prelims 2015 GS Paper I
With reference to Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA), which statements are correct? 1. It is a Public Limited Government Company. 2. It is a Non-Banking Financial Company.2015 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Economy · IREDA