UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 261

1.

A political party in India acquires the status of registered party if it secures what fraction of votes in a state?

1%

2%

3%

4%

2.

Which among the following is the largest terrestrial pool of carbon?

Ponds and Lakes

Forests

Soil

Rocks and Mountains

3.

Mercury poisoning in India is a major environment and public health concern. Mercury is most commonly used in:

Select the correct option from codes given below:

1, 2 & 3 Only

1 & 2 Only

2, 3 & 4 Only

1, 2, 3 & 4

4.

Identify the soil with the help of given information:

It is mainly formed over basalt rocks and in the low rainfall areas
The soil is rich in clay and due to this it has a high moisture retention capacity and is good for dry farming
It contains high proportion of calcium and magnesium carbonates
It is poor in organic matter, nitrogen and phosphorus

Select the correct answer from options given below:

Alluvial Soil

Black Soil

Red Soil

Laterite Soil

5.

Which of the following statements is incorrect about “Operation Greens” announced in Budget 2018?

It aims to double the income of farmers by the end of 2022

Government allocated a sum of Rs 500 crore for this operation

It envisages setting the minimum support price to 1.5 times the cost of production

It promotes organic farming in the country