1. What is the meaning of term “Mohenjodaro” in Indus Valley Civilization?
[A] Mount of the dead
[B] Mount of the life
[C] ]Mount of the struggle
[D] Mount of the sorrow
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Correct Answer: A [ Mount of the dead ]
Notes:
In the Indus Valley Civilization, Mohenjodaro literally means “Mound of the dead.
2. In a condition of monopoly, the monopolist has a control over the price he charges for his product. In which of the following conditions he will be able to maximize his profits?
[A] Lowering the prices if the demand curve is elastic
[B] Lowering the price, if the demand curve is inelastic
[C] Raising the price, if the demand curve is elastic
[D] In all of above situations
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Correct Answer: A [Lowering the prices if the demand curve is elastic]
Notes:
In a monopoly, a monopolist maximizes profits by adjusting prices based on demand elasticity. If demand is elastic, lowering prices increases total revenue, as consumers are sensitive to price changes. Conversely, if demand is inelastic, raising prices can also increase total revenue since consumers are less responsive. However, the correct strategy for maximizing profits occurs when demand is elastic, as lowering prices leads to higher sales and revenue. This principle is rooted in the law of demand, which states that quantity demanded varies inversely with price.
3. The instrument that measures arterial blood pressure is known as :
[A] Pyknometer
[B] Hypsometer
[C] Sphygmoscope
[D] Sphygmomanometer
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Correct Answer: D [Sphygmomanometer]
Notes:
A sphygmomanometer , also known as a blood pressure meter, blood pressure monitor, or blood pressure gauge is a device that measures blood pressure. A stethoscope is used to listen to arterial blood flow sounds.
4. Who was the first ruler of Slave dynasty?
[A] Qutub-ud-din Aibak
[B] Iltutmish
[C] Balban
[D] Ruknuddin Firoj
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Correct Answer: A [Qutub-ud-din Aibak]
Notes:
Sultan Qutb-ud-din Aibak laid the foundation of Mamluk (Slave dynasty) rule in 1206 AD. He was a Turkic king of Northwest India who ruled from his capital in Delhi where he built the Qutb Minar and the Quwwatul-Islam Mosque.
5. The Chola empire was divided into
[A] Mandalams
[B] Kurram
[C] Valanadus
[D] Nadus
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Correct Answer: A [Mandalams]
Notes:
The Chola empire was divided into Mandalams (or provinces) and each mandalam divided into Valanadus and Nadus. In each nadu there were a number of autonomous villages. The royal princes or officers were in charge of mandalams. The valanadu was under periyanattar and nadu under nattar. The town was known as nagaram and it was under the administration of a council called nagarattar
6. Who was the founder of Saluva Dynasty ?
[A] Saluva Narsimha
[B] Thimma Bhupala
[C] Vira Narasimha Raya
[D] Krishna Deva Raya
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Correct Answer: A [Saluva Narsimha]
Notes:
In 1485 AD, Saluva Dynasty was founded by Saluva Narsimha Deva Raya, who was commander in the reign of Sangama dynasty emperor Praudha Deva Raya.
7. Which of these species are isoelectronic?
[A] Al+ , B–
[B] Mg+ , Cu–
[C] Na+ , Al–
[D] Na+ , F–
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Correct Answer: D [Na+ , F–]
Notes:
Isoelectronic species are those species which have the same number of electrons. In the above case, both Na+ and F– have 10 electrons.
8. Which of the following statements is not correct? (UPSC Prelims 2005)
[A] There is no definition of the Scheduled Tribe in the Constitution of India
[B] North-East India accounts for a little over half of the country’s tribal population
[C] The people known as Todas live in the Nilgiri area
[D] Lotha is a language spoken in Nagaland
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Correct Answer: B [North-East India accounts for a little over half of the country’s tribal population]
Notes:
The term ‘Scheduled Tribes’ first appeared in the Constitution of India. Article 366 (25) defined scheduled tribes as “such tribes or tribal communities or parts of or groups within such tribes or tribal communities as are deemed under Article 342 to be Scheduled Tribes for the purposes of this constitution”.
9. For which one of the following countries, is Spanish not an official language? (UPSC Prelims 2005)
[A] Chile
[B] Colombia
[C] Republic of Congo
[D] Cuba
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Correct Answer: C [Republic of Congo]
Notes:
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is a multilingual country where an estimated total of 242 languages are spoken. The official language is French. Four indigenous languages have the status of national language: Kituba, Lingala, Swahili and Tshiluba.
10. Which index is utilized to assess wages for agricultural laborers in India?
[A] CPI-R (Consumer Price Index for Rural Labourers)
[B] CPI-AL (Consumer Price Index for Agricultural Labourers)
[C] CPI-IW (Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers)
[D] CPI-Urban
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Correct Answer: B [CPI-AL (Consumer Price Index for Agricultural Labourers)]
Notes:
The CPI-AL is specifically designed to gauge the price changes affecting agricultural laborers, influencing their wages under schemes like MGNREGA. The CPI-R focuses on rural laborers, while CPI-IW pertains to industrial workers. These indices are crucial for economic planning and ensuring fair compensation in agriculture, reflecting regional price variations.
