UPSC Prelims Full Length Test - 59

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1.
Consider the following statements in context with the Asian Development Bank:
  1. Its shareholders are only Asian Countries
  2. It offers both hard loans and soft loans
  3. Trade Finance Programme is one of the programmes of Asian Development Bank
Which among the above statements is / are correct?
2.
Which among the following is / are the terms used for coins of the Gupta period?
  1. Dinara
  2. Dramma
  3. Rupaka
  4. Suvarna
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
3.
Consider the following:
  1. Western Himalaya
  2. Eastern Himalaya
  3. Western Ghats
  4. Eastern Ghats
Which among the above are two biodiversity Hotspots of India?
4.
With reference to the executive power in a state in India, consider the following statements:
  1. Executive power of the state is vested in the Governor.
  2. Real executive authority in a state is exercised by the Council of Ministers.
  3. All executive decisions in a state are taken in the name of the Chief Minister.
Which of the above statements are correct?
5.
Which among the following was / were the consequences of the Third Battle of Panipat?
  1. Decentralization of Maratha's Power
  2. Consolidation of East India Company in north-western India
  3. Attack of Nadir Shah
Select the correct option from the codes given below: