UPSC PYQs: 2019

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ಪಸರಿಸಿ ಪಂದಲೆಯಂ ಮೆ / ಟ್ಟಿಸಿ ವೈರಿಯ ಪಲ್ಲ ಪಣಿಗೆಯಿಂ ಬಾರ್ಚಿ ಪೊದೞ್ದೊಸಗೆಯಿನವನ ಕರುಳ್ಗಳೆ / ಪೊಸವಾಸಿಗಮಾಗೆ ಕೃಷ್ಣೆಯಂ ಮುಡಿಯಿಸಿದಂ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · Pampa Bharata — Dushasana Vadha
ಭಾಷೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ-ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳು2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Nature and Characteristics of Language
While writing every integer from 1 through 1000, how many times does the digit 5 occur?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Number System
Regarding the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), assess these statements: (1) its membership exceeds eighty countries; (2) India is its largest shareholder; (3) membership is confined to Asian countries. Which statement set is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · International Financial Institutions
Highlight the Central Asian and Greco-Bactrian elements in Gandhara art.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · Gandhara Art
Wisdom finds truth2019 · Essay · Ethics · Wisdom Finds Truth
Enumerate the indirect taxes which have been subsumed in the Goods and Services Tax in India. Also, comment on the revenue implications of the GST introduced in India in July 2017.2019 · Mains GS3 · Economy · GST
What are the basic principles of public life? Illustrate any three of these with suitable examples.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Life
Do you think the Constitution of India does not accept the principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on the principle of checks and balance? Explain.2019 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Separation of Powers
ನೆಲದ ಮರೆಯ ನಿದಾನದಂತೆ, / ಮುಗಿಲ ಮರೆಯೊಳಗಿದ ಮಿಂಚಿನಂತೆ, / ಬಯಲ ಮರೆಯೊಳಗಿದ ಮರೀಚಿಯಂತೆ, / ಕಂಗಳ ಮರೆಯೊಳಗಿದ ಬೆಳಗಿನಂತೆ, / ಗುಹೇಶ್ವರ ನಿಮ್ಮ ನಿಲುವು2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · Allamaprabhu — Guheshwara Nilavu
‘ಸಾಹಸಭೀಮ ವಿಜಯ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ದುರ್ಯೋಧನನ ಪಾತ್ರ ಚಿತ್ರಣ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Sahasa Bhima Vijaya — Duryodhana
A cube has opposite faces painted in the same of three colours. It is cut into 36 cubes: 32 small cubes and four larger cubes. None of the larger cubes has a blue-painted face. How many resulting cubes have exactly one painted face?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Geometry & Mensuration
What was the central objective of the Inter-Creditor Agreement entered into by Indian banks and financial institutions under the stressed-asset resolution framework?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Banking & NPAs
What do you understand by the term public servant? Reflect on the expected role of public servant.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Service
The Central Administrative Tribunal which was established for redressal of grievances and complaints by or against central government employees nowadays is exercising its powers as an independent judicial authority. Explain.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Administrative Tribunals
The 1857 Uprising was the culmination of the recurrent big and small local rebellions that had occurred in the preceding hundred years of British rule. Elucidate.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · Revolt of 1857
Do you agree with the view that steady GDP growth and low inflation have left the Indian economy in good shape? Give reasons in support of your arguments.2019 · Mains GS3 · Economy · GDP
Values are not what humanity is, but what humanity ought to be2019 · Essay · Ethics · Values Are Not What
ಹುಟ್ಟಿದ ಯೋನಿಗಳಿಲ್ಲ ಮೆಟ್ಟಿದ ಭೂಮಿಗಳಿಲ್ಲ / ಅಟ್ಟು ಉಣ್ಣದ ವಸ್ತುಗಳಿಲ್ಲ / ಗುಟ್ಟು ಕಾಣಿಸೆ ಬಂತು ಹಿರಿದೇನು ಕಿರಿದೇನು / ನೆಟ್ಟನೆ ಸರ್ವಜ್ಞನ ನೆನೆಕಂಡ್ಯ ಮನುಜ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · Kanakadasa — Equality and Caste
ಹರಿಹರನ ರಗಳೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಸ್ವರೂಪಗಳು2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Medieval Kannada Literature · Harihara Ragales — Forms of Bhakti
A heavy block B placed on block A increases the weight by 60% relative to A alone. If B is removed, by what percentage does the combined weight A+B decrease?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Percentages
Which institution was tasked with searching for and recommending candidates for the chairmanship or leadership of public-sector banks?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Banking Governance
Best for an Individual is not necessarily best for society2019 · Essay · Society · Best For An Individual
Effective utilization of public funds is crucial to meet development goals. Critically examine the reasons for under-utilization and mis-utilization of public funds and their implications.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Funds
What are the methods used by the farmers' organizations to influence the policy-makers in India and how effective are these methods?2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Pressure Groups
Examine the linkages between the 19th century Indian Renaissance and the emergence of national identity.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · Indian Renaissance
How far is the Integrated Farming System helpful in sustaining agricultural production?2019 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Integrated Farming
ಬಂದು ಬನವಂ ಪೊಕ್ಕು ಮಿಕ್ಕು ಸಂತೋಷದಿಂ / ಮುಂದೆ ಸಿಂಹಾಸನವನಿಕ್ಕಲು ವಿಲಾಸದಿಂ / ದೆಸೆಯೆ ಕುಳ್ಳಿರ್ದನಾ ಸುಕುಮಾರ ಸೌಂದರಂ / ವಸುಧೆಗೊಪ್ಪುವ ಮರ್ತ್ಯಮಂಡಲಪುರಂದರಂ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Nambiyannana Ragale — Soundara Perumal
ದಲಿತ-ಬಂಡಾಯ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರತಿಭಟನೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dalit-Bandaya Literature · Nature of Protest
In the same year, one child’s birthday is on the fifth Monday of April and another’s is on the fifth Thursday of November. On which weekday does 20 December fall that year?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Calendar
Consider these statements about the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB): (1) it was India’s first regulatory body; (2) one of its functions is to promote competitive gas markets; (3) appeals from its decisions lie before the appellate tribunal constituted under the Electricity Act. Which statements are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Energy Regulation
Assess the impact of global warming on coral life systems with examples.2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Coral Ecosystems
Elaborate on the impact of the National Watershed Project in increasing agricultural production from water-stressed areas.2019 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Watershed
From the resolution of contentious issues regarding the distribution of legislative powers by the courts, the Principle of Federal Supremacy and Harmonious Construction have emerged. Explain.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Federalism
Courage to accept and dedication to improve are two keys to success2019 · Essay · Ethics · Courage To Accept And
Non-performance of duty by a public servant is a form of corruption. Do you agree with this view? Justify your answer.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Public Service
ಉಂಡು ಉಪವಾಸಿ ಬಳಸಿ ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಚಾರಿ ಭೂ / ಮಂಡಲವಿದ್ದು ನಿಸ್ಸಂಗ / ಮಂಡೆ ಬೆಳೆದು ಮನ ಬೋಳಾದ ತಪಸಿಯ / ಕೊಂಡಾಡಲೇಕ ಚಕ್ರಿಯ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Bharatesha Vaibhava — Tyaga-Bhoga Samanvaya
ವಚನ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಸತಿ-ಪತಿ ಭಾವವು ನಿರೂಪಿತವಾದ ಬಗೆ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · Sati-Pati Bhava
Given: some rats are cats; some cats are dogs; no dog is a cow. Which conclusion necessarily follows: I no cow is a cat; II no dog is a rat; III some cats are rats?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Syllogism
On LTE and VoLTE technologies, evaluate: (1) LTE is generally marketed as 3G whereas VoLTE is an advanced form of 3G; (2) LTE carries only data while VoLTE carries only voice. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Telecommunications
What can France learn from the Indian Constitution's approach to secularism?2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Secularism
Discuss the causes of the depletion of mangroves and explain their importance in maintaining coastal ecology.2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Mangroves
What is meant by the term constitutional morality? How does one uphold constitutional morality?2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Constitutional Morality
How did India benefit from the contributions of Sir M. Visvesvaraya and Dr. M. S. Swaminathan in the fields of water engineering and agricultural science respectively?2019 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Science and Engineering
South Asian societies are woven not around the state but around their plural cultures and identities.2019 · Essay · Society · South Asian Societies Are
ಪಂಪನ ‘ವಿಕ್ರಮಾರ್ಜುನ ವಿಜಯ’ ಮತ್ತು ನಾರಣಪ್ಪನ ‘ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತ’ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಿತವಾದ ಕರ್ಣನ ಪಾತ್ರದ ಸಾಮ್ಯ, ವ್ಯತ್ಯಾಸ ಮತ್ತು ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old and Medieval Kannada Literature · Karna in Pampa and Kumaravyasa
ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷೆಯ ಪ್ರಾದೇಶಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಪ್ರಭೇದಗಳ ಕುರಿತು ಬರೆಯಿರಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Regional and Social Varieties
Four mutually parallel lines intersect another four mutually parallel lines. How many parallelograms can be formed using these lines?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Combinatorics & Geometry
With reference to the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017, consider: (1) paid maternity leave is fixed as three months before and three months after delivery; (2) establishments with crèches must permit at least six visits by the mother each day; (3) a woman who already has two children receives a reduced leave entitlement for a subsequent child. Which statement set is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Polity & Governance · Social Legislation
What is meant by crisis of conscience? How does it manifest itself in the public domain?2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Conscience
Neglect of primary health care and education in India are reasons for its backwardness2019 · Essay · Society · Education and Ethics
Despite consistent experience of high growth, India still goes with the lowest indicators of human development. Examine the issues that make balanced and inclusive development elusive.2019 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Inclusive Development
What is India's plan to have its own space station and how will it benefit our space programme?2019 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Space Programme
Can the strategy of regional-resource-based manufacturing help in promoting employment in India?2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Industrial Location
‘ವಡ್ಡಾರಾಧನೆ’ಯ ಕಥೆಗಳು ಬರೀ “ಮನರಂಜನೆಗೋ ಅಥವಾ ಕಲಾಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿಗೋ ಬರೆದ ಕಥೆಗಳಲ್ಲ; ಬದಲಾಗಿ ಧರ್ಮಾವಲಂಬನಾ ಮಾರ್ಗದವು” ಎನ್ನುವ ಮಾತನ್ನು ನಿಮಗೆ ನಿಗದಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಎರಡು ಕಥೆಗಳ ಆಧಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಮರ್ಥಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Old Kannada Literature · Vaddaradhane — Dharma and Narrative
ಆಧುನಿಕ ಪೂರ್ವದ ಕನ್ನಡ ಕಾವ್ಯ ಪ್ರಕಾರಗಳಾವುವು? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Literary History · Pre-modern Kannada Poetic Genres
Students are numbered 1 to 100. A football player has a number divisible by 4, and a cricketer has a number divisible by 6. How many students play both games?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · LCM & Divisibility
Which item was not one of the indicators used in the World Bank’s former Ease of Doing Business framework?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Ease of Doing Business
Biased media is a real threat to Indian democracy2019 · Essay · Governance · Biased Media Is A
There is a growing divergence in the relationship between poverty and hunger in India. The shrinking of social expenditure by the government is forcing the poor to spend more on non-food essential items squeezing their food budget. Elucidate.2019 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Poverty
Explain the basic principles of citizens charter movement and bring out its importance.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Citizen Charter
Coastal sand mining, whether legal or illegal, poses one of the biggest threats to our environment. Analyze the impact of sand mining along the Indian coasts, citing specific examples.2019 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Coastal Sand Mining
Discuss the factors for localization of agro-based food processing industries of North-West India.2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Food Processing
ಹಳೆಗನ್ನಡ ಮತ್ತು ನಡುಗನ್ನಡ ಕಾವ್ಯವೆಲ್ಲವೂ ಭೋಗ-ವೈರಾಗ್ಯ-ಭಕ್ತಿಗಳ ನಾಟ್ಯೀಕರಣವಾಗಿದೆ ಎನ್ನುವ ಮಾತನ್ನು ನಿಮಗಿಷ್ಟಿರುವ ಯಾವುದಾದರೂ ಎರಡು ಕಾವ್ಯಗಳ ಆಧಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Kannada Literary History · Halegannada-Nadugannada — Bhoga, Vairagya, Bhakti
ಹರಿಶ್ಚಂದ್ರ ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಬರುವ ‘ಗಾನರಾಣಿಯರ ಪ್ರಸಂಗ’ವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Harishchandra Kavya — Ganaraniyara Prasanga
A runner reaches the 12-km mark after completing 80% of a race. What is the total race distance?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Percentages
In Indian environmental regulation, the concept of Extended Producer Responsibility first became a prominent feature of which listed rule set?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Pollution & Waste Management
Rise of Artificial Intelligence: the threat of a jobless future or better job opportunities through reskilling and upskilling.2019 · Essay · Science & Technology · Right to Information
Vulnerability is an essential element for defining disaster impacts and its threat to people. How and in what ways can vulnerability to disasters be characterized? Discuss different types of vulnerability with reference to disasters.2019 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Disaster Vulnerability
What makes Indian society unique in sustaining its culture? Discuss.2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · What Makes Indian Society
Implementation of Information and Communication Technology based projects/programs usually suffers in terms of certain vital factors. Identify these factors and suggest measures for their effective implementation.2019 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Implementation Of Information And
There is a view that the Official Secrets Act is an obstacle to the implementation of Right to Information Act. Do you agree with the view? Discuss.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Transparency
ಭಕ್ತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಚಿಂತನೆ. ಈ ಎರಡೂ ದೃಷ್ಟಿಯಿಂದ ವಚನಕಾರರು ತುಳಿದ ಕ್ರಾಂತಿಕಾರಿ ಹಾದಿಯನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ, ವಚನಗಳು ಇಂದಿಗೂ ಹೇಗೆ ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತವಾಗಿವೆ ಎಂದು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · Bhakti and Social Thought — Contemporary Relevance
ದೇವನೂರು ಮಹಾದೇವರ ಕಥೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಣಗೊಂಡಿರುವ ಶೋಷಣೆಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Modern Kannada Short Story · Devanuru Mahadeva — Exploitation
Raju has ₹9,000, which is 75% of a mobile phone’s price. He borrows another ₹2,000. Which statement is correct?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Percentages
For foodgrains handled by the Food Corporation of India, the economic cost consists of MSP and any bonus paid to farmers, plus which additional components?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Food Management & FCI
The banning of Jamaat-e-Islami in Jammu and Kashmir brought into focus the role of over-ground workers in assisting terrorist organizations. Examine the role played by over-ground workers in assisting terrorist organizations in insurgency-affected areas. Discuss measures to neutralize the influence of over-ground workers.2019 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · The Banning Of Jamaat-e-islami
What do you understand by probity in governance? Based on your understanding of the term, suggest measures for ensuring probity in government.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Probity
The time has come for India and Japan to build a strong contemporary relationship, one involving global and strategic partnership that will have a great significance for Asia and the world as a whole. Comment.2019 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India-Japan Relations
Empowering women is the key to controlling population growth. Discuss.2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · Gender
ಕಂದಾಚಾರ, ದಾಂಭಿಕತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ವಿಷಮತೆಗಳನ್ನು ಪ್ರಶ್ನಿಸಿದ ಕನಕದಾಸರು ಉನ್ನತ ನೈತಿಕ ಮೌಲ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ತಮ್ಮ ಕೃತಿಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಎತ್ತಿ ಹಿಡಿದರು ಎಂದು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dasa Literature · Kanakadasa — Ethical Values
ದ್ರಾವಿಡ ಭಾಷಾ ಪರಿವಾರಗಳ ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Dravidian Language Family
In 2002, Meenu was one-third as old as Meera; in 2010, Meenu was half as old as Meera. In which year was Meenu born?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ages
Which of the following best represents a country’s social capital rather than its human or physical capital?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Human & Social Capital
What are the challenges to our cultural practices in the name of secularism?2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · Secularism
Emotional Intelligence is the ability to make your emotions work for you instead of against you. Do you agree with this view? Discuss.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Emotional Intelligence
Too little cash, too much politics, leave UNESCO fighting for life. Discuss the statement in the light of US withdrawal and its accusation of the cultural body as being anti-Israel bias.2019 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · UNESCO
What is the CyberDome Project? Explain how it can be useful in controlling internet crimes in India.2019 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Cyber Security
‘ನಂಬಿಯಣ್ಣನ ರಗಳೆ’ ಕಾವ್ಯಾತ್ಮಕ ಜೀವನ ಚರಿತ್ರೆಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ಹೊಂದಿದ ವೈರಾಗ್ಯ ಕಥನ - ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Nambiyannana Ragale — Poetic Biography
ಕನಕದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರತಿಪಾದಿತವಾದ ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಪ್ರಜ್ಞೆಯನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · Kanakadasa — Social Consciousness
Rakesh and Rajesh together purchase 10 balls and 10 rackets for a combined ₹2,800. A racket costs three times as much as a ball. What is the price of one racket?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Linear Equations
The Service Area Approach for rural credit planning was operated as part of which banking framework?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Financial Inclusion & Rural Credit
On what grounds can a people's representative be disqualified under the Representation of the People Act, 1951? Also, mention the remedies available to such person against his disqualification.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · On What Grounds Can
Many voices had strengthened and enriched the nationalist movement during the Gandhian phase. Elaborate.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · National Movement
It is argued that the strategy of inclusive growth is intended to meet the objectives of inclusiveness and sustainability together. Comment on this statement.2019 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Inclusive Growth
What does this quotation mean to you: An unexamined life is not worth living. - Socrates.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Thinkers
ತಳ ಸಮುದಾಯಗಳ ಸಂವೇದನೆಯನ್ನು ಹೊಂದಿದ ಅಂಬಿಗರ ಚೌಡಯ್ಯ, ತುರುಗಾಹಿ ರಾಮಣ್ಣ, ಧಕ್ಕೆಯ ಬೊಮ್ಮಯ್ಯ, ಮಾದಾರ ಚೆನ್ನಯ್ಯ, ಮೋಳಿಗೆಯ ಮಾರಯ್ಯವರ ವಚನಗಳ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Vachana Literature · Selected Vachanakara Styles
ಕನ್ನಡ ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಪ್ರಮುಖ ಆಶಯಗಳನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Progressive Literature · Major Concerns of Pragatisheela Literature
At a conference there are 100 people, of whom 70 are Indians and 60 are vegetarians. Consider: I at least 30 Indians are vegetarian; II at least 10 Indians are non-vegetarian. Which is necessarily true?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Sets & Venn Diagrams
On regulation of minor minerals in India, consider: (1) ordinary sand is treated as a minor mineral; (2) States can grant minor-mineral leases but only the Union can frame rules governing such grants; (3) States may make rules to curb illegal mining of minor minerals. Which statements are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Mineral Resources & Mining Regulation
Assess the role of British imperial power in complicating the process of transfer of power during the 1940s.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · Transfer of Power
Public expenditure management is a challenge to the Government of India in the context of budget-making during the post-liberalization period. Clarify it.2019 · Mains GS3 · Economy · Public Finance
Parliament's power to amend the Constitution is a limited power and it cannot be enlarged into absolute power. In light of this statement, explain whether Parliament under Article 368 of the Constitution can destroy the Basic Structure of the Constitution by expanding its amending power.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Basic Structure
What does this quotation mean to you: A man is but a product of his thoughts. What he thinks he becomes. - M.K. Gandhi.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Thinkers
ರತ್ನಾಕರವರ್ಣಿಯ ಮನೋಹರ ಶೈಲಿ ಮತ್ತು ಚಿತ್ರಕ ಶಕ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ‘ಭರತೇಶ ವೈಭವ’ದ ಶೃಂಗಾರ ವರ್ಣನೆಯ ಭಾಗಗಳ ಉದಾಹರಣೆಗಳಿಂದ ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Bharatesha Vaibhava — Shringara and Psychology
ಕನ್ನಡ ನವ್ಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯದ ಸಾಧನೆಗಳನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Navya Literature · Achievements of Navya Literature
Passage: The author argues that corporate control and strong IPR incentives push GM research toward short-lived profit-oriented traits such as herbicide and pest resistance, while public needs include drought, salinity and other stress resistance. What is the central message?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Consider India’s external debt: (1) the majority is debt owed by government entities; (2) the entire external debt stock is denominated in US dollars. Which statement set is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · External Sector & Debt
What are the reformative steps taken by the government to make the food grain distribution system more effective?2019 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Food Security
The reservation of seats for women in the institutions of local self-government has had a limited impact on the patriarchal character of the Indian political process. Comment.2019 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Gender
Explain how the foundations of the modern world were laid by the American and French Revolutions.2019 · Mains GS1 · History · World Revolutions
What does this quotation mean to you: Where there is righteousness in the heart, there is beauty in the character. When there is beauty in the character, there is harmony in the home. When there is harmony in the home, there is order in the nation. When there is order in the nation, there is peace in the world. - A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Ethical Thinkers
‘ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸ ಭಾರತ’ದ ‘ಕರ್ಣ ಪರ್ವ’ದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಕುಮಾರವ್ಯಾಸನ ರೂಪಕ ಶಕ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Medieval Kannada Literature · Kumaravyasa Bharata — Karna Parva
ಕನ್ನಡ ಭಾಷಾ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಹಂತಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Linguistics · Stages of Kannada Language Development
Using the preceding GM passage, consider assumptions: I corporate GM research gives inadequate attention to agricultural stresses caused by natural calamities; II GM technology will ultimately be incapable of addressing agriculture problems caused by global warming. Which assumption is valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
Which item below appears on the liability side, rather than the asset side, of a commercial bank’s balance sheet?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Banking Basics
What is water stress? How and why does it differ regionally in India?2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Water Stress
You are heading rescue operations in an area affected by severe natural calamity. Thousands are homeless and deprived of food, drinking water and basic amenities; rescue work is disrupted by heavy rainfall and damaged supply routes; local people are angry and assault some team members, one of whom is severely injured. Some team members plead to call off operations fearing threats to life. In such circumstances, what will be your response? Examine the qualities of a public servant required to manage the situation.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Disaster Ethics
The Attorney-General is the chief legal adviser and lawyer of the Government of India. Discuss.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Attorney General
Elaborate on the policy taken by the Government of India to meet the challenges of the food processing sector.2019 · Mains GS3 · Agriculture · Food Processing
ಗಿರೀಶ್ ಕಾರ್ನಾಡರ ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ತುಘಲಕ್ ಪಾತ್ರದ ವಿಲಕ್ಷಣತೆ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · Tughlaq — Character Complexity
ಯಶೋಧರ ಚರಿತೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಣಗೊಂಡಿರುವ ಹಿಂಸೆಯ ವಿವಿಧ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ವಿಶ್ಲೇಷಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Old Kannada Literature · Yashodhara Charite — Forms of Violence
Passage: Most introduced plant species in Britain are neither highly successful nor severely harmful; newcomers often increase local diversity and frequently occupy polluted or disturbed habitats where little else grows. What is the most defensible inference?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Which factors can help lower India’s vulnerability to a currency crisis? (1) foreign-exchange earnings of the IT sector; (2) higher government expenditure; (3) remittances from Indians living abroad.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Exchange Rate & Balance of Payments
How is the Government of India protecting traditional knowledge of medicine from patenting by pharmaceutical companies?2019 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Traditional Knowledge Digital Library
How can the mountain ecosystem be restored from the negative impact of development initiatives and tourism?2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Mountain Ecosystem
Individual parliamentarians' role as national lawmaker is on a decline, which in turn has adversely impacted the quality of debates and their outcome. Discuss.2019 · Mains GS2 · Polity · Parliamentary Performance
Honesty and uprightness are hallmarks of civil servants. In the line of duty, civil servants take decisions and at times some become bona fide mistakes. Recently, some civil servants have been implicated, prosecuted or imprisoned for bona fide mistakes, rattling the moral fibre of the services. How does this trend affect the functioning of civil services? What measures can ensure honest civil servants are not implicated for bona fide mistakes? Justify your answer.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Civil Service Accountability
ವಿ.ಕೃ. ಗೋಕಾಕ ಮತ್ತು ಗೋಪಾಲಕೃಷ್ಣ ಅಡಿಗರ ಕವಿತೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿನ ನವ್ಯತೆಯ ಅಂಶಗಳು.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Poetry · V.K. Gokak and Gopalakrishna Adiga — Navya Elements
ಪುರಂದರದಾಸರ ಕೀರ್ತನೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಕಂಡುಬರುವ ಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪವನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Dasa Literature · Purandaradasa — Nature of Bhakti
Passage: Child diarrhoeal deaths arise from many food- and water-safety failures, requiring regulation, monitoring, public awareness, trained inspectors and education of street vendors. Assumptions: I food safety needs a multipronged solution; II substantial investment in surveillance/training manpower is needed; III new legislation specifically for the food-processing industry is needed. Which are valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
Which commission recommended that a State Governor should ordinarily be an eminent outsider, politically detached and not recently active in partisan politics?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Centre-State Relations & Governor
In the context of the neo-liberal paradigm of developmental planning, multi-level planning is expected to make operations cost-effective and remove many implementation blockages. Discuss.2019 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Planning
How is efficient and affordable urban mass transport key to the rapid economic development of India?2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Urbanisation
An apparel manufacturing company with many women employees hired a marketing executive who increased sales, but reports arose about sexual harassment. A woman employee complained to management, then lodged an FIR when the company ignored her grievance. The company offered money to withdraw the complaint and state that the executive was not involved. Identify the ethical issues involved. What options are available to the woman employee?2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Workplace Ethics
How can biotechnology improve the living standards of farmers?2019 · Mains GS3 · Science & Technology · Agricultural Biotechnology
‘ಬೀದಿ ಮಕ್ಕಳು ಬೆಳೆದೋ’ ಸಂಕಲನದ ಗಾದೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹೆಣ್ಣಿನ ಸ್ಥಾನ ಮಾನ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Proverbs — Status of Women
ಕನ್ನಡ ನವೋದಯ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯವು ಬೆಳೆದು ಬಂದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು, ಪ್ರಭಾವ, ಪ್ರೇರಣೆ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ನೆಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಸಂಕ್ಷಿಪ್ತವಾಗಿ ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Navodaya Literature · Growth, Influences and Cultural Context
Passage: Conventional city development plans rely heavily on distant technical expertise and often exclude working and poor residents, their lived experiences and activities. What does the author advocate?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Which instrument can a registered foreign portfolio investor issue to an overseas investor seeking exposure to Indian securities without registering directly in India?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Capital Markets & FPI
How do ocean currents and water masses differ in their impacts on marine life and the coastal environment? Give suitable examples.2019 · Mains GS1 · Geography · Oceanography
In a democratic polity, elected representatives form the political executive and bureaucracy forms the permanent executive. Earlier their relationship was based on mutual understanding, respect and cooperation. Later, political executives have increasingly insisted that permanent executives follow their agenda, intervened in routine administrative matters, and upright bureaucrats face declining appreciation. What are the consequences of politicization of bureaucracy? Discuss.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Politicisation of Bureaucracy
The need for cooperation among various service sectors has been an inherent component of development discourse. Partnership bridges the gap among the sectors. It also sets in motion a culture of collaboration and team spirit. In the light of the statements above, examine India's development process.2019 · Mains GS2 · Governance · Development Partnership
Define the concept of carrying capacity of an ecosystem as relevant to environment. Explain how understanding this concept is vital while planning for sustainable development of a region.2019 · Mains GS3 · Environment · Carrying Capacity
ಕನ್ನಡ ಒಗಟುಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಮಡುಗಟ್ಟಿದ ಅನುಭವ, ವಿವೇಕ ಮತ್ತು ಸೊಬಗು.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Riddles — Experience, Wisdom and Beauty
ಕಾವ್ಯ ಸ್ವರೂಪ : ವಿವಿಧ ವ್ಯಾಖ್ಯಾನಗಳು2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Definitions of Poetry
Passage: India’s GDP growth accelerated substantially while growth of organised-sector employment slowed, despite most people remaining outside that sector. Which implications are supported? I modern growth is substantially productivity/technology driven; II the modern economy is weakly linked to labour-intensive natural-resource livelihoods; III India’s service sector is generally not labour-intensive; IV literate rural people are unwilling to enter organised employment.2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Regarding the Compensatory Afforestation Fund framework, consider: (1) CAMPA-type authorities exist at both national and State levels; (2) the Act makes public participation compulsory in every compensatory-afforestation programme. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Forest Conservation & CAMPA
In a frontier district, narcotics menace has led to money laundering, poppy farming, arms smuggling and near stalling of education. Reports suggest patronage by local politicians and senior police officers. A woman police officer known for handling such situations is appointed superintendent of police. If you are that officer, identify the dimensions of the crisis and suggest measures to deal with it.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Narcotics and Law Enforcement Ethics
Disaster preparedness is the first step in any disaster management process. Explain how hazard zonation mapping will help in disaster mitigation in the case of landslides.2019 · Mains GS3 · Disaster Management · Disaster Preparedness Is The
Do we have cultural pockets of small India all over the nation? Elaborate with examples.2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · Do We Have Cultural
The performance of welfare schemes that are implemented for vulnerable sections is not so effective due to the absence of awareness and active involvement at all stages of the policy process. Discuss.2019 · Mains GS2 · Social Justice · Welfare Schemes
ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಕಥೆಗಳ ವರ್ಗೀಕರಣ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Classification of Kannada Folk Tales
ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಸಂಗೀತ ಪರಂಪರೆ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Musical Tradition of Karnataka
Passage: Banking correspondents are crucial to financial inclusion, but need viable incentives, financial-literacy investment and capability to connect customers not only to bank accounts but also insurance and micro-pensions. What is the most important inference?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Which bodies can exercise parliamentary review over independent sector regulators such as those for telecom, insurance or electricity? (1) parliamentary ad hoc committees; (2) Department-related Standing Committees; (3) Finance Commission; (4) FSLRC; (5) NITI Aayog.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Parliamentary Oversight & Regulators
What are the continued challenges for women in India against time and space?2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · Gender
The long sustained image of India as a leader of the oppressed and marginalized nations has disappeared on account of its newfound role in the emerging global order. Elaborate.2019 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · The Long Sustained Image
There is increasing concern in India to develop effective civil service ethics, codes of conduct, transparency measures, integrity systems and anti-corruption agencies. Focus is needed on anticipating threats to ethical standards, strengthening ethical competence of civil servants, and developing administrative processes that promote ethical values and integrity. Suggest institutional measures to address these issues.2019 · Mains GS4 · Ethics · Civil Services Reform
The Indian government has recently strengthened the anti-terrorism laws by amending the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 and the NIA Act. Analyze the changes in the context of the prevailing security environment while discussing the scope and reasons for opposing the UAPA by human rights organizations.2019 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Anti-terror Laws
ಪ್ರಗತಿಶೀಲ ಕಥೆಗಳು ನವೋದಯ ಕಥೆಗಳ ವಸ್ತು, ಆಶಯ ಮತ್ತು ಸ್ವರೂಪಗಳನ್ನು ಪ್ರತಿನಿಧಿಸುವ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ನಿಮಗಿಷ್ಟಿರುವ ಪಠ್ಯದೊಳಗಿನ ಕಥೆಗಳ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Short Story · Pragatisheela and Navodaya Stories
ಹೊಯ್ಸಳರ ವಾಸ್ತು ಶಿಲ್ಪದ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯತೆ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Hoysala Architecture
A five-floor building must use all four available colours, one colour per floor. Which information alone guarantees that every pair of consecutive floors has different colours? I floors II, III and IV are all different; II floors II and IV are different; III floors I and V are both red.2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Data Sufficiency & Arrangement
With respect to India’s Five-Year Plans, assess: (1) the Second Plan strongly emphasised basic and capital-goods industries and import substitution; (2) the Fourth Plan sought to correct increasing concentration of wealth and economic power; (3) the financial sector entered national planning for the first time only in the Fifth Plan. Which statements are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Economic Planning
What introduces friction in the ties between India and the United States is that Washington is still unable to find for India a position in its global strategy, which would satisfy India's national self-esteem and ambitions. Explain with suitable examples.2019 · Mains GS2 · International Relations · India-US Relations
Are we losing our local identity for the global identity? Discuss.2019 · Mains GS1 · Society · Identity
The cross-border movement of insurgents is only one of the several security challenges facing the policing of the border in North-East India. Examine the various challenges currently emanating across the India-Myanmar border. Also, discuss the steps to counter the challenges.2019 · Mains GS3 · Internal Security · Border Security
‘ಶೂದ್ರ ತಪಸ್ವಿ’ ನಾಟಕದ ಶೀರ್ಷಿಕೆಯ ಪ್ರತೀಕಾತ್ಮಕತೆಯನ್ನೂ, ಅದರ ಪ್ರತಿಭಟನಾ ನೆಲೆಗಳನ್ನೂ ಪರಿಶೀಲಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Drama · Shudra Tapasvi — Symbolism and Protest
ಸಾಧಾರಣೀಕರಣ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Sadharanikarana
Town Q is 60 km due west of P, and town R is 80 km due south of P. What is the straight-line distance between Q and R?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Geometry - Distance
Consider two propositions on constitutional review: (1) a High Court cannot invalidate a Central law on constitutional grounds; (2) a constitutional amendment cannot be judicially reviewed by the Supreme Court. Which proposition is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Judicial Review
ಕೆ.ಎಸ್.ನ. ಅವರ ಕವಿತೆಗಳ ಪ್ರಾಮುಖ್ಯವನ್ನು ಗುರುತಿಸಿ, ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Poetry · K.S. Narasimhaswamy — Significance of Poetry
ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಏಕೀಕರಣದ ಹೋರಾಟ2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Karnataka Unification Movement
At a club trip, 80% of members shopped, 50% went sightseeing and 10% did neither activity. Consider: I 40% did both shopping and sightseeing; II 20% did only shopping. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Sets & Percentages
About Purchasing Power Parity (PPP), assess: (1) PPP exchange rates compare the prices of a comparable basket of goods and services across countries; (2) India ranked sixth globally by GDP measured in PPP terms around the time of the exam. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · GDP & Purchasing Power Parity
“ಸುಖ ದುಃಖದಲ್ಲಿ ಬದುಕು ಹದವಾಗುವ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ಕಾರಂತರು ತಮ್ಮ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಗಳ ಮೂಲಕ ಗುರುತಿಸಿದ್ದಾರೆ” ಎನ್ನುವ ಯು.ಆರ್. ಅನಂತಮೂರ್ತಿ ಅವರ ಮಾತನ್ನು ‘ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ಜೀವ’ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Novel · Bettada Jeeva — Life Tempered by Joy and Sorrow
ರಸ ಸಿದ್ಧಾಂತ ಕುರಿತು ಅಲಂಕಾರಿಕರು ನಡೆಸಿದ ಚರ್ಚೆಯನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Rasa Theory — Debate among Alankarikas
In a school, 60% play cricket. Every non-cricketer plays football, and every football player owns a two-wheeler. Which conclusions cannot be deduced? I 60% do not own two-wheelers; II no cricketer owns a two-wheeler; III cricketers do not play football.2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Deductive Reasoning
For recent Kharif cultivation patterns in India, consider: (1) rice occupies the largest area; (2) jowar area exceeds oilseeds; (3) cotton occupies more area than sugarcane; (4) sugarcane area has continuously declined. Which statements are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Agriculture & Cropping Patterns
‘ಒಡಲಾಳ’ ಹೇಗೆ ದಲಿತ ಬದುಕಿನ ಜ್ವಲಂತ ಸತ್ಯವನ್ನು ದಾವಿಸುತ್ತಲೇ ದಲಿತರ ಶಕ್ತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಜೀವನ ಪ್ರೀತಿಯ ಕಥೆಯೂ ಆಗಿದೆ ಎನ್ನುವುದನ್ನು ನಿರೂಪಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Dalit Literature · Odalaala — Dalit Truth, Strength and Life-love
ಪ್ರಾಚೀನ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ಹಾಗೂ ಪ್ರಭುತ್ವ - ಇವುಗಳ ನಡುವಿನ ಸಂಬಂಧಾಂತರಗಳನ್ನು ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Kannada Literary History · Early Kannada Literature and Royal Power
A two-digit number divided by the number formed by reversing its digits equals 4/7. How many valid two-digit number/reversal pairs satisfy this?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Number System
Among the following agricultural imports, which category accounted for the largest import value for India over the preceding few years?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Agricultural Trade
“ಅನುಪಮಾ ನಿರಂಜನ ಅವರ ಕಾದಂಬರಿಯ ಮಾಧವಿಯ ಪಾತ್ರ, ಪಿತೃ ಪ್ರಧಾನ ಸಮಾಜಕ್ಕೆ ಒಡ್ಡಿದ ಸವಾಲು” - ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Novel · Madhavi — Challenge to Patriarchy
ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ, ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯ ಬೆಳವಣಿಗೆಯ ದೃಷ್ಟಿಯಿಂದ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಕೂಟರ ಕಾಲವನ್ನು ಮಹತ್ವದ್ದು ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಬಹುದೇ? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Rashtrakuta Period — Literature and Culture
A scores 20 marks more than B. If B’s score is 5% lower than A’s, what is B’s score?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Percentages
In political theory, which choice best captures a fuller idea of liberty?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Political Theory - Liberty
ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಗೀತೆಗಳ ಕಾವ್ಯಾತ್ಮಕತೆ, ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಅವುಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿತ್ರಿತವಾಗಿರುವ ಮನುಷ್ಯ ಸಂಬಂಧವನ್ನು ವಿಮರ್ಶಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Folk Songs — Poetic, Social and Human Relations
ಚಾರಿತ್ರಿಕ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಮಾನದಂಡಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಚಯಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Historical Criticism — Criteria
Seeta swims with a gap of two days between visits; Geeta swims with a gap of three days. They both swim on 1 January. When do they next swim together?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · LCM & Calendar
Which policy would be least consistent with an effort by the Government or RBI to arrest a sharp depreciation of the rupee?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Exchange Rate & Monetary Policy
“ಮಾನವ ಮತದ ಅನುಯಾಯಿಗಳು ನಿರೀಶ್ವರವಾದಿಗಳಾದರೂ ದೈವ ಭಕ್ತರೇ.” ಎ.ಎನ್. ಮೂರ್ತಿರಾಯರ ಈ ಮಾತಿನ ಅಂತರಾರ್ಥ ಏನು? ಅವರ ಪ್ರಕಾರ ನಾವು ಒಪ್ಪಬೇಕಾದ ಮತ ಯಾವುದು? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Modern Kannada Prose · A.N. Murthy Rao — Devaru and Humanism
ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಾಹಿತ್ಯ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಆಧುನಿಕ ಪ್ರವೃತ್ತಿಗಳನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Modern Trends in Kannada Criticism
In a 1000-m race, X can give Y a 40-m start and Z a 64-m start. If Y races Z over 1000 m, what start can Y give Z?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ratio - Races
RBI’s 2018 payment-data localisation direction required payment-system providers to: (1) store complete payment-system data in India; (2) use systems owned and operated by public-sector enterprises; (3) submit the consolidated audit report to the CAG. Which statement set is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Digital Payments & Regulation
ಕನ್ನಡ ಜನಪದ ಅಧ್ಯಯನಕ್ಕೆ ‘ಜನಪದ ಸ್ವರೂಪ’ ಕೃತಿಯ ಕೊಡುಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper II · Folklore · Janapada Swaroopa — Contribution to Folk Studies
‘ರೀತಿಯೇ ಕಾವ್ಯದ ಆತ್ಮ’ - ಈ ಮಾತನ್ನು ಹೇಳಿದ ಅಲಂಕಾರಿಕನ ಆಶಯವನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Riti Theory — Vamana
Given x ≥ 25 and y ≤ 40, which relation must always hold?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Inequalities
Which jurisdiction enacted the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in 2016 and began applying it from 25 May 2018?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Data Protection & Privacy
ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ವಾಸ್ತು ಶಿಲ್ಪಕ್ಕೆ ಬಾದಾಮಿ ಚಾಲುಕ್ಯರ ಕೊಡುಗೆಯನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Badami Chalukya Architecture
Ena is 13. Her mother is 24 years older than her and three years younger than Ena’s father. Ena was born four years after her parents married. How old was her father at marriage?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ages
India signed an “Action Plan for Prioritization and Implementation of Cooperation Areas in the Nuclear Field” with which country?2019 · Prelims GS1 · International Relations · India-Russia Nuclear Cooperation
ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಗೆ ವಚನ ಚಳುವಳಿಯ ಕೊಟ್ಟ ಮಹತ್ವದ ಕೊಡುಗೆ ಏನು? ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Vachana Literature · Contribution of Vachana Movement to Kannada Culture
Rakesh originally has enough money for 8 identical phones. After a discount, the same money buys 10 phones. What percentage discount was offered?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Percentages - Discount
Which change would generally raise the money multiplier in an economy?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Money Supply & Banking
ಸ್ತ್ರೀವಾದಿ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆಯ ಮುಖ್ಯ ಲಕ್ಷಣಗಳನ್ನು ಸೋದಾಹರಣವಾಗಿ ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Literary Criticism · Feminist Criticism
The reported average of 100 students is 40 marks. One student’s actual score of 53 was mistakenly recorded as 83. What is the corrected average?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Average
Regarding Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs), consider: (1) they are found in 18 States and one Union Territory; (2) stagnant or declining population is one identification criterion; (3) India has 95 notified PVTGs; (4) Irular and Konda Reddi are PVTGs. Which statements are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Society · Tribes & PVTGs
ಕಾವ್ಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಲಂಕಾರಗಳ ಮಹತ್ವವನ್ನು ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Poetics · Importance of Alankara in Poetry
Passage: Cheap low-end Internet-of-Things devices are spreading rapidly through appliances, trackers, implants and vehicles, but adding strong security raises their cost and their explosive growth creates major security challenges. What is the key inference?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
What is the best implication of Article 142 where ordinary statutory limits cannot prevent the Supreme Court from exercising its constitutional power to do complete justice?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Supreme Court - Article 142
ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದಲ್ಲಿ ಧರ್ಮ ಸಮನ್ವಯ ಬೆಳೆದು ಬಂದ ಬಗೆಯನ್ನು ವಿವರಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Religious Synthesis in Karnataka
Passage: Developing countries generate large amounts of data that foreign firms can convert into proprietary digital intelligence and monopoly power; digital issues are increasingly entering trade negotiations. What policy corollary follows for India?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
For a State Legislative Assembly, consider: (1) the Governor addresses the legislature at the beginning of the first session of each year; (2) where the State legislature has no rule on a particular procedural matter, Lok Sabha procedure may be followed. Which option matches the accepted key?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · State Legislature Procedure
ವಿಜಯನಗರ ವಾಸ್ತು ಶಿಲ್ಪದ ವೈಶಿಷ್ಟ್ಯಗಳೇನು? ಚರ್ಚಿಸಿ.2019 · Kannada Optional Paper I · Cultural History · Vijayanagara Architecture
Using the same passage on data and digital intelligence, which proposition is most directly implied?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Evaluate these UN convention statements: (1) the migrant-smuggling protocol belongs to UNCAC; (2) UNCAC is the first legally binding global anti-corruption instrument; (3) asset-return provisions are a defining chapter of UNTOC; (4) UNODC assists States in implementing both UNCAC and UNTOC. Which are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · International Relations · UN Conventions & UNODC
Passage: Small farmers contribute little to human-caused climate change but are highly exposed to droughts, floods, sea-level rise and changing water supplies; billions depend on small farms for food and livelihoods. What follows most logically?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Consider bamboo-related forest law: (1) the 2017 amendment to the Indian Forest Act gives forest dwellers a general right to fell bamboo in forest areas; (2) the Forest Rights Act treats bamboo as minor forest produce; (3) the Forest Rights Act recognises ownership rights over minor forest produce for eligible forest dwellers. Which are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Forest Rights & Bamboo
From the preceding climate-and-small-farm passage, consider: I India faces a potential food-security problem; II India needs stronger disaster-management capability. Which implication is valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Which constitutional provision is the primary basis for the individual right to choose one’s spouse?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Fundamental Rights - Article 21
Passage: Climate policy may strand fossil-fuel reserves, increase taxes and regulation, and extreme weather can damage many industries. Assumptions: I governments and companies should prepare for climate change; II extreme weather will necessarily reduce future economic growth; III ignoring climate change creates major investment risk. Which are valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
Under Indian intellectual-property law as applicable at the time of the examination, consider: (1) an essentially biological process for producing seed is patentable; (2) India has no Intellectual Property Appellate Board; (3) plant varieties are excluded from patentability. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Intellectual Property & Patents
Passage: School enrolment is nearly universal, but access to quality education varies sharply by socioeconomic status; RTE quotas in private schools triggered debate on equity and resistance among private actors. Assumptions: I equality of opportunity is necessarily the fundamental goal of the entire Indian education system; II the present school system does not provide egalitarian education; III abolishing private schools is the only way to achieve equality. Which is valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 empowers the Union Government to: (1) prescribe a statutory public-participation requirement and procedure for environmental protection; (2) set standards for emission or discharge of pollutants from different sources. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Environmental Legislation
Passage: Tuberculosis among poor Indians is intensified by undernutrition, poor housing, stigma, loss of work, expensive treatment, weak counselling/support and severe side effects that discourage treatment continuation. What is the crucial message?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Which statement correctly describes the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Solid Waste Management
Starting from B, every alternate English letter is lowercase and all other letters are uppercase. Under this rule, how is JULY written?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Letter Coding
Under the 2018 amendment to the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Central Rules, consider: (1) fixed-term employment made workforce separation easier when contracts expired; (2) termination notice was not required for temporary workmen in the specified categories. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Labour Reforms
A paper is cut into three lengths. The first equals the average of the one-digit odd primes. The second equals the first plus one-third of the third, and the third equals the sum of the first two. What was the original total length?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Linear Equations
For entertainment technologies, assess these statements: (1) AR replaces the physical world with a fully simulated environment; (2) VR overlays computer-generated images onto real surroundings; (3) AR enhances a real-world view through a phone or computer camera; (4) VR immerses the user in a simulated environment. Which are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Augmented & Virtual Reality
In 1,5,7,3,5,7,4,3,5,7, how many occurrences of 5 are immediately followed by 7 but are not immediately preceded by 3?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Sequence Analysis
The term “Denisovan”, sometimes seen in scientific news, refers to what?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Human Evolution & Genetics
A seven-member family A–G has three women. G is a widow and sister-in-law of F, who is D’s father. B and D are siblings; A is B’s daughter; C is B’s cousin. Regarding E: I E is F’s wife; II E is A’s grandmother; III E is C’s aunt. Which are correct?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Blood Relations
Which statement about modern biotechnology was considered incorrect in the 2019 paper?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Biotechnology & Synthetic Biology
Each of a cube’s six faces is coloured either black or white. Counting colourings that are the same after rotating the cube as identical, how many distinct colourings are possible?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Combinatorics & Spatial Reasoning
Which statement correctly describes a digital signature? (1) it is an electronic record identifying the certifying authority; (2) it is primarily an identity credential used to access an internet server; (3) it electronically signs a document and helps verify that its content has not been altered.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Cybersecurity & Digital Signatures
How many ordered triples of positive integers (x,y,z) satisfy x+y+z=6?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Combinatorics
Which tasks can wearable devices perform? (1) identify a user’s location; (2) monitor sleep; (3) assist persons with hearing impairment.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Wearable Technology
Suppose $ means division, @ means multiplication and # means subtraction. Evaluate 10#5@1$5 using normal operation precedence.2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Mathematical Operations
RNA interference (RNAi) has attracted attention because it can be used for which purposes? (1) gene-silencing therapies; (2) potential cancer therapies; (3) hormone-replacement therapy; (4) developing crops resistant to viral pathogens.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · RNA Interference & Gene Silencing
The 8-digit number 4252746B is divisible by 3. How many possible decimal digits can B be?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Divisibility
Scientists detected a merger of massive black holes billions of light-years away. What was the key significance of that observation?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Gravitational Waves & Black Holes
Six students A–F are ranked with distinct scores. Either C or F is first; if C is first, E is last; if F is first, B is last. Also D>A>B and C>A. If F is second, what rank must B hold?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ranking & Ordering
Which factors contribute to multi-drug resistance among microbial pathogens in India? (1) genetic predisposition of some people; (2) incorrect antibiotic dosing; (3) antibiotic use in livestock; (4) having multiple chronic illnesses.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Antimicrobial Resistance
Using the same ranking rules, if B is last, what can C’s rank be?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ranking & Ordering
What is the Cas9 protein commonly mentioned in the context of CRISPR technology?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · CRISPR & Gene Editing
Using the same six-student ranking rules, if E ranks third, which statement must be true?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Ranking & Ordering
Which statement about hepatitis was incorrect?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Human Health & Infectious Diseases
Given S1: twice Sohan’s weight is less than Mohan’s or Rohan’s weight; S2: twice Rohan’s weight is greater than Mohan’s or Sohan’s. Which conclusion about the greatest weight is justified?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Inequalities & Comparison
In Mughal administration, consider these proposed differences between jagirdars and zamindars: (1) jagirdars held land assignments in return for judicial and police duties, whereas zamindars merely collected revenue without other obligations; (2) jagirs were hereditary whereas zamindari revenue rights were not. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Mughal Administration
Using the same Sohan–Mohan–Rohan weight statements, which person must be the lightest?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Inequalities & Comparison
Which statement best describes a major purpose of post-independence land reforms in India?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Post-Independence Land Reforms
Passage: India needs a long-term collaborative regulatory system that considers jobs, growth, alternatives and unintended consequences; regulation should secure cost-justified social/environmental benefits while improving broad economic welfare. What is the crucial inference?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Which organisation published the Global Competitiveness Report?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Global Indices & Reports
From the preceding regulation passage, assess assumptions: I regulations are generally ineffective at protecting local markets; II governments worldwide generally ignore social and environmental concerns when regulating. Which assumption is valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
Regarding the Charter Act of 1813, consider: (1) it ended the East India Company’s Indian trade monopoly except for tea and trade with China; (2) it expressly asserted Crown sovereignty over territories held by the Company; (3) it transferred control of Indian revenues directly to Parliament. Which are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · British Acts & Constitutional Development
Passage: Malnourished children have less mature gut microbiomes; a sugar in breast milk feeds beneficial infant microbes, and malnourished mothers tend to have less of this sugar, contributing to immature microbiomes. What inference is most directly supported?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
With respect to the Swadeshi Movement, assess: (1) it encouraged revival of indigenous crafts and industries; (2) the National Council of Education emerged as part of the movement. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Swadeshi Movement
Using the microbiome passage, consider: I processed probiotic foods are established as the solution for children with immature gut microbiomes; II babies of malnourished mothers tend to be malnourished. Which assumption is valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
Which movement-leader pairs are correctly matched? (1) All India Anti-Untouchability League — Mahatma Gandhi; (2) All India Kisan Sabha — Swami Sahajanand Saraswati; (3) Self-Respect Movement — E. V. Ramaswami Naicker.2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Socio-Political Movements
Passage: Rapid warming on the western Antarctic Peninsula is melting glaciers; researchers link suspended sediments from melting to loss of benthic diversity. Assumptions: I all glacier regions warm faster than other regions; II global warming can increase seafloor sedimentation in some places; III melting glaciers can reduce marine biodiversity in some places. Which are valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
Which of these is not a Harappan civilisation site?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Indus Valley Civilisation
Passage: Fossil remains at an owl roost suggest small-mammal communities stayed resilient through rapid natural warming about 13,000 years ago, but human-driven environmental change since the late nineteenth century sharply reduced biomass and ecosystem energy flow. Which assumption is valid? I global warming is frequently recurring; II future warming will not harm small mammals; III humans are responsible for loss of natural ecosystem resilience.2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
At which archaeological site was a sculptural inscription reading “Ranyo Ashoka” found together with an inscribed portrait of Ashoka?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Mauryan Art & Archaeology
Passage: Crop diversity has collapsed as farming and food systems depend on fewer high-yield varieties; locally adapted varieties could become vital if disease or climate change damages dominant crops. Which assumptions are valid? I humans are the main cause of all large-scale plant-species extinction; II eating mainly locally cultivated crops supports crop diversity; III current production will certainly cause near-term food scarcity; IV future food security may depend on preserving local crop varieties.2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
Which features are associated with Mahayana Buddhism? (1) deification and transcendent conceptions of the Buddha; (2) emphasis on the Bodhisattva path; (3) image worship and ritual practices.2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Buddhism
Find the next term: 132, 129, 124, 117, 106, 93, X.2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Number Series
What best describes “vishti” during the Gupta period?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Gupta Administration & Economy
A clock gains 10 minutes every 24 actual hours. It was correct at 8:00 a.m. Monday. When it displays 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, what is the actual time?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Clocks
Which plant group was domesticated in the Americas (“New World”) and later introduced to the “Old World”?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Columbian Exchange
If the numerator and denominator of a proper positive fraction are each increased by the same positive amount, how does the fraction change?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Fractions & Inequalities
Consider natural distribution: (1) wild Asiatic lions are naturally found only in India today; (2) double-humped Bactrian camels are naturally found only in India; (3) greater one-horned rhinoceroses are naturally found only in India. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Species Distribution
Find X in the alternating-square sequence: 4, 196, 16, 144, 36, 100, 64, X.2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Number Series
Which place-river pairs are correctly matched? (1) Pandharpur—Chandrabhaga; (2) Tiruchirappalli—Cauvery; (3) Hampi—Malaprabha.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Indian Rivers & Places
Among 15 people, 7 read French, 8 read English and 3 read neither language. How many read exactly one of the two languages?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Sets & Venn Diagrams
Why can the official poverty line for one Indian State be higher than that for another State in the same year?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Poverty Measurement
A printer numbers book pages starting from 1 and prints 3,089 digits in total. What is the final page number?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Number System - Digit Counting
Cirrus-cloud thinning and injecting sulphate aerosols into the stratosphere have been proposed by some scientists primarily for what purpose?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Climate Engineering
Complete the pattern c_accaa_aa_bc_b by choosing the four letters that fill the blanks in order.2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Letter Series
The terms pyrolysis and plasma gasification are most commonly used in which context?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Waste-to-Energy
A mother and two children average 50 kg; a father and the same two children average 52 kg. If the father weighs 60 kg, what is the mother’s weight?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Average
Which protected-area combination lies within the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Biosphere Reserves & Protected Areas
Using unlimited ₹1, ₹10 and ₹50 notes/coins, in how many different combinations can exactly ₹107 be paid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Combinatorics - Currency
Which biological statements are true? (1) some turtles are herbivorous; (2) some fishes are herbivorous; (3) some marine mammals are herbivorous; (4) some snakes are viviparous.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Animal Ecology & Adaptations
A walks 30 m east, then turns left and goes 2 m before turning right and going 12 m to his office. B joins after A’s first 20 m, walks 10 m east, then 8 m south, 4 m east, and finally 5 m south to his office. What is the shortest distance between their offices?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Direction Sense & Geometry
Which wildlife-location pairs are correctly matched? (1) blue-finned mahseer—Cauvery River; (2) Irrawaddy dolphin—Chambal River; (3) rusty-spotted cat—Eastern Ghats.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Wildlife Distribution
Data sufficiency: S1 p and q are both prime. S2 p+q is odd. Question: Is pq odd? Which information is sufficient?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Data Sufficiency - Number Properties
Why are plastic microbeads released into the environment considered a serious concern?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Plastic Pollution & Microplastics
Which of these years has the same calendar arrangement as 2009?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Calendar
The use of elaborate “Kalyana Mandapas” as a distinctive element of temple architecture is especially associated with which kingdom?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Vijayanagara Architecture
The number 136 is added to 5B7 to obtain 7A3, where A and B are digits. The result 7A3 is divisible by 3. What is the only possible value of B?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Digit Arithmetic & Divisibility
On medieval administrative institutions, consider: (1) an Amil was responsible for revenue collection in the Delhi Sultanate; (2) the iqta system was an ancient indigenous Indian institution; (3) the office of Mir Bakshi originated under the Khalji Sultans. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Delhi Sultanate & Mughal Administration
Passage: Historical injustices such as untouchability persist because they are embedded simultaneously in economic exploitation, discriminatory ideologies and social representation; different wrongs overlap and can become partly independent of one another. What is the main idea?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Consider these chronology claims: (1) Nimbarka was a contemporary of Emperor Akbar; (2) Kabir was strongly influenced by Shaikh Ahmad Sirhindi. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Bhakti & Sufi Traditions
From the historical-injustice passage, assess assumptions: I removing economic discrimination automatically removes social discrimination; II democratic polity is necessarily the best method for repairing historical wrongs. Which is valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
With reference to Gandhi under British rule, assess: (1) he played an important role in ending indentured labour; (2) at Lord Chelmsford’s War Conference he opposed recruitment of Indians for the World War; (3) after the Salt Satyagraha the colonial government declared the Indian National Congress illegal. Which are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Gandhian National Movement
Passage: Universities should cultivate both specialised knowledge and culture—thoughtfulness, beauty and human feeling—because information or expertise alone is incomplete. Assumptions: I no society can modernise without well-educated people; II an individual’s education is incomplete without culture. Which is valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
Which person-position pairs from the national movement are correctly matched? (1) Tej Bahadur Sapru—President of the All India Liberal Federation; (2) K. C. Neogy—member of the Constituent Assembly; (3) P. C. Joshi—General Secretary of the Communist Party of India.2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · National Movement Personalities
Passage: Fertile soil forms slowly but is rapidly lost by erosion; it also stores large quantities of carbon as organic matter. Assumptions: I soil erosion is a major demonstrated cause of worldwide food insecurity; II soil erosion is mainly human-caused; III sustainable soil management can help address climate change. Which is valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
Which statement about Mian Tansen is not correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Indian Music - Tansen
Passage: Inequality is visible and measurable, but the economic power organising it is often invisible; power’s influence is best seen through how it tilts observable outcomes. Assumptions: I economic power is the sole cause of inequality; II inequality necessarily reinforces power; III economic power can be studied more readily through its effects than by direct measurement. Which is valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
Which Mughal emperor shifted court-painting emphasis away from large illustrated manuscripts toward albums, individual portraits and detailed studies of nature?2019 · Prelims GS1 · History & Culture · Mughal Painting
Passage: Climate change may help some crops but harm others through pests, drought and flooding; suitable growing zones may shift, while politics, demand and farm practices also influence yields. What is the most reasonable inference?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference
Which National Park lies wholly within a temperate-alpine environment?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · National Parks & Biomes
Passage: Human hands, mole forelimbs, horse legs, porpoise flippers and bat wings perform different jobs yet share the same underlying arrangement of bones. What scientific inference follows?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Inference - Evolution
Atal Innovation Mission operates under which institution?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Innovation Policy
Passage: About 56 million years ago, a geologically rapid carbon release caused the Palaeocene–Eocene Thermal Maximum, bringing major warming, ecological disruption and a substantially altered biosphere before excess carbon was reabsorbed. Assumptions: I global warming can influence biological evolution; II separation of land masses itself causes huge carbon releases; III warming can change the composition of flora and fauna; IV current warming will necessarily recreate exactly the same conditions. Which are valid?2019 · Prelims CSAT · CSAT · Passage Assumptions
What happens at the Arctic Circle around 21 June?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Earth-Sun Relations & Solstices
Which statements about reactive nitrogen emissions are correct? (1) agricultural soils release nitrogen oxides; (2) cattle release ammonia; (3) poultry production releases reactive nitrogen compounds.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Nitrogen Cycle & Pollution
What do Aliyar, Isapur and Kangsabati have in common?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Water Resources & Reservoirs
For hydrogen-enriched CNG (H-CNG) in public buses, consider: (1) it completely eliminates CO emissions; (2) it can reduce CO2 and hydrocarbon emissions; (3) hydrogen around one-fifth by volume can be blended with CNG; (4) it necessarily costs less than conventional CNG. Which are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Alternative Fuels - H-CNG
Why is dew formation generally suppressed on cloudy nights?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Climatology - Dew & Radiation
Consider constitutional amendments: (1) the 44th Amendment placed the Prime Minister’s election beyond judicial review; (2) the Supreme Court struck down the 99th Amendment concerning the NJAC for violating judicial independence. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Constitutional Amendments & Judiciary
Regarding removal of a Supreme Court judge, consider: (1) the Lok Sabha Speaker has no power to reject an impeachment notice; (2) the Constitution precisely defines “proved misbehaviour” and “incapacity”; (3) procedural details are provided by the Judges (Inquiry) Act; (4) each House must pass the removal motion by a majority of total membership and at least two-thirds of members present and voting. Which are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Judicial Removal & Accountability
During whose prime ministership was the Ninth Schedule added to the Constitution?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Ninth Schedule & First Amendment
On India’s coal sector, assess: (1) nationalisation occurred under Indira Gandhi; (2) coal blocks are now allotted by lottery; (3) India became fully self-sufficient and no longer needed coal imports. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Coal Sector & Natural Resources
With respect to “office of profit”, consider: (1) the Parliament (Prevention of Disqualification) Act, 1959 exempts specified offices; (2) that Act had been amended five times by the relevant point in time; (3) the Constitution contains a precise definition of “office of profit”. Which are correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Office of Profit
Which constitutional Schedule provides the special governance framework under which transfers of tribal land to private mining interests can be invalidated in Scheduled Areas?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Indian Polity & Governance · Fifth Schedule & Tribal Areas
Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia) has attracted attention as a sustainable source of what product?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Sustainable Natural Fibres
Remote-sensing and satellite data can be used to estimate which of the following at a specific location? (1) vegetation chlorophyll content; (2) greenhouse-gas emissions associated with rice paddies; (3) land-surface temperature.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Science & Technology · Remote Sensing Applications
Arrange these States in ascending order of forest cover as a percentage of their geographical area: 1 Chhattisgarh, 2 Madhya Pradesh, 3 Maharashtra, 4 Odisha.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Forest Cover & ISFR
Which statements about methane hydrates are correct? (1) warming can destabilise some deposits and release methane; (2) large deposits occur beneath seafloors and in Arctic/permafrost environments; (3) atmospheric methane is oxidised over roughly a decade-scale period, ultimately forming carbon dioxide and water.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Methane Hydrates & Climate Change
Burning crop or other biomass residue can contribute to atmospheric presence of which pollutants/compounds? (1) carbon monoxide; (2) methane; (3) ozone; (4) sulphur dioxide.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Biomass Burning & Air Pollution
Which sea-country pairs are correctly matched? (1) Adriatic—Albania; (2) Black Sea—Croatia; (3) Caspian—Kazakhstan; (4) Mediterranean—Morocco; (5) Red Sea—Syria.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · World Geography - Seas & Countries
Which country was the world’s largest rice exporter over the several years preceding the 2019 examination?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Economy · Agricultural Exports
Which glacier-river pairs are correctly matched? (1) Bandarpunch—Yamuna; (2) Bara Shigri—Chenab system; (3) Milam—Mandakini; (4) Siachen—Nubra; (5) Zemu—Manas.2019 · Prelims GS1 · Geography · Himalayan Glaciers & Rivers
Carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate and triazophos are chemicals primarily used for what purpose?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Pesticides & Chemical Pollution
Regarding wetlands, consider: (1) Ramsar membership legally requires India to protect every wetland within its territory; (2) India’s Wetlands Rules, 2010 were simply framed on Ramsar recommendations; (3) under those Rules, the defined wetland area could include its drainage or catchment zone as determined by the authority. Which is correct?2019 · Prelims GS1 · Environment & Ecology · Wetlands & Ramsar Convention