IAS Pre Exam 2013: Paper One Practice Paper

The given answer is correct because all three statements are true. Statement I states that the currency swap agreement allows the Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan to withdraw US dollars, euros, or Indian rupees up to a maximum of 100 million dollars. Statement II states that the agreement is intended to provide funding for SAARC member countries in case of balance of payments and liquidity crisis. Statement III states that the arrangement is for a three-year period and aims to bring financial stability in the region.

The first statement is true because Iran has constructed 900 km of the 1600-km pipeline on its soil. The second statement is also true because both Iranian and Pakistani firms have undertaken the construction of the remaining part in Pakistan. The third statement is true as well because the project was scheduled to be completed by mid-2014 and Iran would export 21.5 million cubic meters of natural gas to Pakistan on a daily basis. Therefore, statements I, II, and III are all true.

Nicos Anastasiades won the Presidential election of Cyprus.

The given answer is correct because it states that both statement i and statement ii are correct. Statement i mentions that during the JMC meeting, both nations reviewed bilateral cooperation in sectors like Agriculture, Civil nuclear energy cooperation agreement, and Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA). Statement ii states that the 1st round of India-Australia CECA negotiations was held during 28-29 July 2011. The answer confirms the accuracy of both statements.

The given answer is correct because all three statements about Najib Razak are true. Statement i states that Najib Razak became the sixth Prime Minister of Malaysia in 2009, which is supported by the information given in the question. Statement ii states that he previously held the post of Deputy Prime Minister and succeeded Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi to become the Prime Minister, which is also supported by the information given. Statement iii states that Najib was the candidate of Barisan Nasional during the election, which aligns with the fact that he was sworn in as the Prime Minister for a second term. Therefore, all three statements are correct.

The correct answer is Great One-horned Rhinoceros. This can be inferred from the information given in the question, which states that the population of a certain species increased despite poaching. Therefore, it can be concluded that the population of Great One-horned Rhinoceros increased in Kaziranga National Park according to the recent census.

not-available-via-ai

The correct answer is KG-D6 and NEC-25 Blocks. This answer is supported by the information provided in the question, which states that the Cabinet Committee on Investment cleared these specific blocks for Oil and Gas Exploration.

In the given question, all three statements are correct. Statement i states that Siddaramaiah became the chief minister of Karnataka, which is true. Statement ii states that he belongs to the Kuruba (Shepherd) Community, which is also true. Statement iii states that the BJP had come to power in 2008, which is again correct. Therefore, the correct answer is "All i and ii and iii are correct."

Roberto Azevedo was named as the head of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) on 8 May 2013. This information is given in the question itself. Therefore, the correct answer is Roberto Azevedo.

Rafael Nadal won the Indian Wells BNP Paribas Open in 2013. He is a leading international tennis player and has had a successful career, especially on clay courts. Nadal is known for his powerful baseline game and his ability to outlast opponents in long rallies. His victory in the Indian Wells tournament further solidified his status as one of the top players in the world.

The correct answer is "Statements II, III and IV are true." This means that the JPC is constituted only after a motion is adopted in one house of the Parliament and accepted by the other house, a JPC can also be formed when the presiding chiefs of both houses communicate with each other in writing, and the strength of the JPC can vary but the number of members from the Lok Sabha is always double the number of members from the Rajya Sabha in the committee formed.

Vice Admiral Anurag G Thapliyal is the newly appointed Director General of Indian Coast Guard.

T. S. Vijayan was appointed as the Chairman of IRDA.

Asoke Kumar Mukerji was appointed as the next Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations in February 2013.

The given answer states that all four statements are true. According to statement i, the Interceptor Boat C-154 is 28 meters in length with 75 tonnes displacement and can achieve a maximum speed of 35 knots. Statement ii mentions that the boat is equipped with state-of-the-art navigation and communication equipment, as well as medium-range armament. Statement iii states that the purpose of designing the boat was for close-coast patrol, high-speed interception, search and rescue, low-intensity maritime operations, and maritime surveillance. Finally, statement iv states that the boat can operate in both shallow water and deep sea. Therefore, all the statements are true.

The eighth India-Seychelles Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) was held in New Delhi.

The correct answer is "Northern most part." This can be inferred from the information provided in the question, which states that the Daulat Beg Oldi Sector is where the Chinese forces had intruded. Since they had intruded from the north, it can be concluded that the sector is located in the northernmost part of Ladakh.

Etihad Airways, an Abu Dhabi based airline, confirmed on 24 April 2013 that it would be taking over a 24% minority stake in Jet Airways for 379 million dollars. This acquisition would allow Etihad Airways to expand its presence in the Indian market and strengthen its partnership with Jet Airways.

The correct answer is 14 percent. This means that the hike percentage on the Defence Budget over the last year 2012-13, as allocated in the Union budget 2013-14, was 14 percent. This increase in funds shows a promise of providing more resources for national security.

The correct answer is 6.2-6.6 percent. This range represents the inflation rate that was projected by India's Economic Survey for the fiscal year 2013-14. It suggests that the inflation rate was expected to be between 6.2 percent and 6.6 percent during that period.

The correct answer is 6.1-6.7 Percent. This range represents the growth rate that was projected by India's Economic Survey for the fiscal year 2013-14. It suggests that the survey estimated the growth rate to be between 6.1% and 6.7% during that period.

The answer "All i, ii and iii are correct" is the correct answer because it states that all three statements (i, ii, and iii) are correct. The statements provide specific information about the allocation of funds in the Union Budget 2013-14, including the plan expenditure, allocation for agriculture, and allocation for rural development.

The correct answer is "Union Budget is Presented in Lok Sabha of Parliament." The Union Budget, which is the annual financial statement of the government, is presented in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Parliament. This is because the Lok Sabha has more representation from the people as compared to the Rajya Sabha, which represents the states. The presentation of the budget in the Lok Sabha allows for greater accountability and scrutiny by the elected representatives of the people.

The cost of the Nirbhaya Fund proposed in the Union Budget 2013-14 is 1000 crore rupees. This fund was created with the aim of empowering, ensuring the safety, and providing security for women.

In the Union Budget 2013-14, a fund of 17700 crore rupees was allocated for the Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS).

The Union Budget 2013-14 proposed a relief of 2000 Rupees to every person with a total income up to 5 lakh Rupees in the financial year. This means that individuals who have a total income of up to 5 lakh Rupees will receive a relief amount of 2000 Rupees. This relief is aimed at providing some financial support to individuals in the lower income bracket.

An amount of 15,260 crore rupees will be allocated for drinking water and sanitation. This funding will be used to set up water purification plants in rural areas that are affected by arsenic and fluoride contamination.

The Silk Route Car Rally started from Kolkata, an Indian city, and will end in Kunming, a Chinese city.

David Beckham was named as the richest footballer of the world according to the Goal Rich List 2013. This list ranks football players based on their earnings from salaries, endorsements, and other sources of income. Beckham's wealth can be attributed to his successful football career, lucrative endorsement deals, and various business ventures. He has been a global icon and has consistently been one of the highest-earning athletes in the world.

The correct answer is that statements II, III, and IV are true. Statement II states that every organization with 40 or more employees must form an internal complaint committee to handle sexual offense complaints, and failure to comply will result in a penalty. Statement III mentions that organizations repeatedly violating the bill's provisions may face greater penalties, including the cancellation of licenses or registration. Statement IV lists the offenses covered by the bill, which include sexual remarks, demands for sexual favors, unwelcome touch and physical advances, and showing pornography.

The USFDA lifted the import alert on the Hyderabad-based antibiotics facility of Aurobindo Pharma. This means that the facility is now allowed to resume exporting its products to the United States. The import alert was likely imposed due to concerns about the facility's compliance with quality and safety standards. By lifting the import alert, the USFDA is indicating that Aurobindo Pharma has taken the necessary steps to address these concerns and is now in compliance with the required regulations.

The correct answer is 15 percent. In the Union Budget 2013-14, the government proposed a 15 percent investment allowance for investment in plant and machinery. This means that businesses would be eligible for a deduction of 15 percent of the investment made in plant and machinery from their taxable income. This incentive was introduced to encourage businesses to invest in new equipment and machinery, thereby promoting economic growth and modernization of industries.

The correct answer is 16.65 trillion rupees. This is the estimated total budget expenditure mentioned in the Union Budget for the fiscal year 2013-14.

500 crore Rupees have been set aside or allocated for the high tech crop diversification program. This means that this specific amount of money has been designated or reserved for the purpose of implementing and supporting the program. It indicates the financial commitment towards promoting and expanding the cultivation of high tech crops.

In 2013-14, public sector banks will receive a capital infusion of 14000 crore Rupees.

The correct answer is 50000 crore Rupees. The Finance ministry approved tax-free bonds in FY14 with the expectation of raising 25000 crore rupees in FY13. This suggests that the government aims to raise a larger amount of funds through tax-free bonds in the following year, which aligns with the option of 50000 crore rupees.

The given answer states that all statements i, ii, and iii are correct. This means that PV Sindhu did defeat Gu Juan of Singapore in the final, she is the second Indian girl to win the Grand Prix gold competition, and Saina Nehwal had achieved this feat in 2006.

The correct answer is "Statements II, III and IV are true." This means that Grey Worldwide was awarded the Agency of the Year title, the Olive Crown Awards celebrate creative excellence in green advertising, and Kewal Kiran Clothing won the Advertiser of the Year Award for Green Turn Water Saver Jeans. Statement I, which states that the award ceremony was held at Shangri-La Hotel, New Delhi, is not mentioned in the explanation.

The Supreme Court of India rejected a patent plea for the cancer drug called Glivec. The plea was filed by Novartis, the Swiss drug maker, to patent an updated version of the drug. The court dismissed the plea because they found no inventiveness or novelty in the new version. The Supreme Court ruled that the application for patent on beta-crystalline salt did not meet any inventiveness or novelty standard, resulting in the dismissal of the plea. Additionally, the Comptroller General of Patent and Design denied the patent based on certain changes made to the existing drugs under sections 3(d) and 3(b) of the Indian Patent Law.

The correct answer is "Only i and ii is correct". This is because statement i states that India has only 4 percent of the world's renewable water resources, which is a factual statement. Statement ii states that the per capita availability of water is likely to decrease from 1545 cubic meters per year in 2011 to 1341 cubic meters per year in 2025, which is also a factual statement. Statement iii, on the other hand, states that the National Water Policy was adopted by the National Water Resources Council on 28 December 2010, but there is no information given in the passage to confirm or deny this statement.

The given answer is correct because all three statements are true. Statement i states that Robo-Fly is built from carbon fiber, which is a lightweight material. Statement ii mentions that Robo-Fly can be used in rescue operations to navigate through small spaces in collapsed buildings. Statement iii states that Robo-Fly is the world's smallest flying robot. Therefore, all three statements are correct.

In the rail budget 2013-14, the target set for railway production units in 2014 was 4000 crore rupees. This indicates that the government aimed to allocate this specific amount of funds for the production units to meet their financial requirements and enhance their productivity.

India Post decided to establish its third Automated Mail Processing Centre in Hyderabad by April 2013.

The given answer states that only statement ii is correct. This means that the Agni-II missile has a launch weight of 17 tonnes. The answer does not provide any information about the accuracy of statements i and iii, so it cannot be concluded whether they are correct or not based on the given answer.

India won the Sultan Azlan Shah Hockey Tournament title for the seventh time on 17 March 2013 by defeating Malaysia.

Romain Grosjean is the correct answer because he is the Australian driver of the Formula One team Lotus who won the season-opening Australian Grand Prix in 2013.

Piglet called Pig-26 was produced by the scientists using a new technique simpler than cloning.

The correct answer is Kepler-62f and Kepler-62e. These two Earth-like planets were discovered by NASA's Kepler mission in the Lyra constellation.

The correct answer is Laser Enabled Advanced Packaging. This process, developed by scientists at the North Dakota State University, involves using lasers to embed radio frequency identification (RFID) chips onto paper. This advanced packaging technique allows for the integration of RFID technology into paper-based products, enabling various applications such as smart packaging, tracking, and authentication.