UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 161

Consider the following states:

1. Madhya Pradesh
2. Maharashtra
3. Odisha

Chhattisgarh was carved out of which among the above states?

Why do strong tropical cyclones lose their strength when they move onto land?

1. Land terrain impedes the movement of cyclones.
2. Land absorbs the heat energy of cyclones quickly.
3. Cyclone is cut off from its heat source.

Select the correct option from the codes given below:

Consider the following rocks:

1. Anthracite coal
2. Shale
3. Marble

 Which of the above is/are sedimentary rock(s)?

With reference to the Administrative Price Mechanism (APM) in India, consider the following commodities:

1. Crude Oil
2. Natural Gas
3. Gasoline

Which of the above is/are currently under the APM regime in India?

Consider the following statements regarding Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in India:

1. They attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).
2. They encourage domestic investments in various sectors.
3. They contribute to increasing capital formation in the economy.
4. They help in decreasing the country's Current Account Deficit.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?