UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 1

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1.
Which one of the following is not a constitutional body?
2.
For the exercise of the powers of his office, President as been made answerable to __?
3.
Under the provisions of which among the following acts, the Europeans were excluded from settling in India ?
4.
Which of the following statements correctly distinguish between early Mahayana and Hinayana schools of Buddhism?
  1. Mahayana believed in worship of Buddha idols, whereas Hinayana generally disliked idol worship.
  2. The language of Mahayana was predominantly Sanskrit, while that of Hinayana was predominantly Pali.
  3. The ultimate aim of life in Mahayana was Nirvana, while that of Hinayana was spiritual upliftment.
Select the correct option using the codes given below:
5.
Consider the following statements:
  1. The Schengen Area is a visa-free travel zone made up of European nations.
  2. All European Union member countries are members of the Schengen Area.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?

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