UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 598

Consider the following factors regarding a satellite maintaining its orbital position around the Earth:

1. Distance from the Earth
2. Tangential speed of the satellite
3. Earth's radius
4. Gravitational force of the Earth
5. Mass of the satellite
6. Size of the satellite

Which of the above determine the balance of centripetal force and gravitational attraction enabling stable orbit?

Consider the following substances:

1. Nitrates
2. Arsenic
3. Fluorides

Which of the above are known to contaminate groundwater in various regions of the country?

Which among the following activities was / were envisaged in the Non-cooperation movement?

1. Boycott of elections under the Government of India Act, 1919
2. Boycott of government schools and colleges
3. Violation and breaking the civil laws
4. Boycott of foreign goods
5. Surrender of titles and honorary offices

Select the correct option from the codes given below:

Consider the following pairs:

1. Cerebellum - Hindbrain
2. Hypothalamus - Forebrain
3. Basal ganglia - Midbrain

Which of the above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements about the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC):

1. The Committee comprises three members from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and three from the Government of India.
2. MPC meetings are held at least four times every financial year.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?