1. Which of the following is the nodal agency for disaster management in India? a) National Security Council b) National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) c) Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) d) Ministry of Home Affairs Answer: b) National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) 2. In which year was the National Disaster …

1. What does the term “secularism” in the Indian context primarily signify? a) Complete separation of religion and state b) Equal treatment of all religions by the state c) State support to a particular religion d) Religious government Answer: b) Equal treatment of all religions by the state 2. Which …

1. Which Indian act provides the legal framework for food security in India? A. National Food Security Act, 2013 B. Food Security Act, 2000 C. Food and Nutrition Act, 2005 D. National Nutrition Security Act, 2010 Answer: A 2. The National Food Security Act, 2013 aims to provide: A. Free …

  1. Which act serves as the primary legislation for biodiversity conservation in India? A. Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 B. Forest Conservation Act, 1980 C. Biological Diversity Act, 2002 D. Environment Protection Act, 1986 Answer: C 2. The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) is responsible for: A. Implementing wildlife protection laws …

  1. India’s first contribution to United Nations peacekeeping was in which year? A. 1948 B. 1950 C. 1960 D. 1970 Answer: A 2. Which was the first UN peacekeeping mission that involved Indian troops? A. UNTSO (United Nations Truce Supervision Organization) B. UNIFIL (United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon) …

1. Inclusive growth refers to: A. Growth that benefits only the rich B. Growth that includes all sectors of the economy C. Growth that reduces poverty and inequality D. Growth that focuses only on GDP Answer: C 2. Which of the following is a key feature of inclusive growth? A. …

1. The Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) was launched on: A. August 15, 2014 B. October 2, 2014 C. January 26, 2015 D. October 2, 2015 Answer: B 2. Who was the brand ambassador for the Swachh Bharat Mission? A. Amitabh Bachchan B. Akshay Kumar C. Sachin Tendulkar D. Narendra Modi …

1. What is a Public-Private Partnership (PPP)? A. A government-led project B. A collaboration between the government and private sector for infrastructure development C. A partnership between two government entities D. A partnership between two private companies Answer: B 2. Which of the following sectors has seen the most PPP …

What is the primary objective of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India? A) To increase export duties B) To simplify the tax structure and eliminate cascading taxes C) To promote black market transactions D) To raise direct taxes Answer: B) To simplify the tax structure and eliminate cascading …

Which of the following is a primary reason for judicial reforms in India? A) Strengthening the executive B) Achieving speedy justice C) Reducing the powers of the judiciary D) Increasing the number of laws Answer: B) Achieving speedy justice What is the main cause of judicial delays in Indian courts? …

What does the term NGO stand for? A) Non-Governmental Organization B) Non-Governmental Office C) National Governance Office D) Non-Global Organization Answer: A) Non-Governmental Organization Which of the following is a key role of NGOs in India’s development? A) Promoting government policies B) Enhancing citizen participation in grassroots development C) Creating …

1. What is the primary measure used to assess poverty in India? a) Human Development Index (HDI) b) Poverty Line Index c) Consumer Price Index (CPI) d) National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) data Answer: b) Poverty Line Index 2. The “Tendulkar Committee” is known for: a) Introducing the Green Revolution …

1. What is the primary objective of India’s defense modernization program? a) To increase defense expenditure b) To enhance the capability and efficiency of the armed forces c) To reduce military manpower d) To develop more nuclear weapons Answer: b) To enhance the capability and efficiency of the armed forces …

1. Which of the following is a primary benefit of e-Governance? a) Increased paperwork b) Reduced transparency c) Improved accessibility d) Decreased efficiency Answer: c) Improved accessibility 2. The term “Digital India” refers to: a) The digital infrastructure of India b) The digital transformation of government services c) The growth …

1. Which Indian river is considered as the lifeline of North India? a) Godavari b) Ganges c) Yamuna d) Brahmaputra Answer: b) Ganges 2. The National Water Policy of India was first formulated in which year? a) 1980 b) 1992 c) 2002 d) 2012 Answer: b) 1992 3. The “Jal …

1. The Indian Foreign Service (IFS) was established in which year? a) 1947 b) 1950 c) 1956 d) 1961 Answer: c) 1956 2. The “Look East Policy” was formally adopted by India in which year? a) 1991 b) 1992 c) 1993 d) 1994 Answer: b) 1992 3. Which Indian Prime …

1. Which international agreement aims to combat climate change and limit global warming to below 2°C above pre-industrial levels? a) Kyoto Protocol b) Paris Agreement c) Montreal Protocol d) Stockholm Convention Answer: b) Paris Agreement 2. India’s National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) was launched in which year? a) …

1. When was the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) founded? a) 1962 b) 1963 c) 1965 d) 1967 Answer: d) 1967 2. What was the name of India’s first satellite launched in 1975? a) Aryabhata b) Bhaskara c) Rohini d) INSAT Answer: a) Aryabhata 3. Which satellite was launched by …

1. The Balwant Rai Mehta Committee was appointed in which year to review the working of the Community Development Programme and National Extension Service? a) 1957 b) 1962 c) 1955 d) 1960 Answer: a) 1957 2. Which of the following was the first state to establish Panchayati Raj in India? …

1. Public Administration is primarily concerned with: a) Private sector management b) Implementation of public policies c) Marketing strategies d) Corporate governance Answer: b) Implementation of public policies 2. Who is considered the father of modern public administration? a) Max Weber b) Woodrow Wilson c) Dwight Waldo d) Frederick Taylor …

1. Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution outlines the distribution of powers between the Centre and the States? A) Fifth Schedule B) Sixth Schedule C) Seventh Schedule D) Eighth Schedule Answer: C) Seventh Schedule 2. What is the role of the Finance Commission in India’s federal system? A) Appoint Governors …