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| 2101. |
Regarding 'Atal Pension Yojana', which of the following statements is/are correct? [IAS Prelims 2016] 1. It is a minimum guaranteed pension scheme mainly targeted at unorganized sector workers. 2. Only one member of a family can join the scheme. 3. Same amount of pension is guaranteed for the spouse for life after subscriber's death.Select the correct answer using the code given below. |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 2102. |
With reference to 'Financial Stability and Development Council', consider the following statements : [IAS Prelims 2016](1) It is an organ of NITI Aayog.(2) It is headed by the Union Finance Minister.(3) It monitors macroprudential supervision of the economy.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 3 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 2103. |
Which of the following were the priority objectives of the Eighth plan? 1. Universalization of elementary education. 2. Growth and diversification of agriculture. 3. Containment of population growth. 4. Gradual privatization of most public sector undertakings.Choose your answer from the following codes |
| A. | 1, 2 and 4 |
| B. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| C. | 1, 3 and 4 |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2104. |
Which of the two employment programmes are being merged in newly introduced Prime Minister?s Employment Generation Programme? 1. PMRY 2. NREP 3. REGP 4. RLEGP Choose the right option |
| A. | 1 only 4 |
| B. | 1 and 2 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | 2 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 2 and 4 | |
| 2105. |
Consider the following statement regarding usual status 1. One year 2. Indefinite 3. One month 4. One week Usual status (US) unemployment is calculated with reference to a period of? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 4 only |
| Answer» B. 2 only | |
| 2106. |
Which among the following is the objective of Prime Minister Rojgar Yojana (PMRY) 1. To provide self-employment to educated unemployed by setting up of sever lakh micro-enterprises 2. To promote micro-enterprises and helping the rural poor into self-help group. 3. To create employment and durable assets in rural areas. 4. Improving the quality of life of people in rural areas. Choose the correct code |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 4 only |
| Answer» B. 2 only | |
| 2107. |
Consider the following statements 1. Absolute Poverty: It refers to the total number of people living below Poverty line. As per this measure, around 30% of India's population is below poverty line. 2. Reative Poverty: It refers to Poverty of people, in comparison to other people, regions in the nation. Which among the following statement is/ are incorrect? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| D. | both 1 and 2 |
| Answer» D. both 1 and 2 | |
| 2108. |
Scheme ____ is a Government of India program aimed at providing 24x7 uninterrupted power supply to all homes in Rural India 1. Deendayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme 2. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana 3. Digital India ProgrammeSelect the name of the scheme |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 3 only | |
| 2109. |
Which of the following statements is/are incorrect? 1. Open Unemployment: It refers to an unemployment that occurs at certain seasons of the years. The period of such unemployment varies from state to state, depending upon the methods of farming, the condition of soil, the type and numbers of crops grown, etc. 2. Frictional Unemployment: It refers to temporary unemployment that exists during the period, wherein workers leave one job and join some other. 3. Cyclical Unemployment: It is associated with the downswing and depression phases 9 business cycle. It is the most common type of unemployment in the developed capitalist economies. Select the incorrect definition using the code given below: |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 2 and 1 |
| Answer» B. 2 only | |
| 2110. |
In ___ demand for labour falls short to the supply due to rapidly growing population and their immobility 1. Structural Unemployment 2. Disguised Unemployment 3. Seasonal Unemployment Choose the correct Code |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 2 only | |
| 2111. |
Relative poverty refers to a situation where: |
| A. | a person falls behind others |
| B. | a person is unable to obtain the necessaries for life |
| C. | a person is below poverty line |
| D. | a person is poorer than another in the developed World |
| Answer» B. a person is unable to obtain the necessaries for life | |
| 2112. |
NITI AAYOG is defined as: 1. The National Institution for Transforming India aayog 2. It has replaced Yojana Aayog by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi 3. NITI Aayog provides less opportunity than Yojana Aayog Which among the following statement is true? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 1 and 2 |
| D. | 1 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1 and 3 | |
| 2113. |
Consider the following statement:1. The Planning Commission was established in 1950 by Article 39 of the Directive Principles of the Constitution of India.2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi dissolved the planning commission in his first Independence Day speech in 2014. It has since been replaced by a new institution named NITI AayogWhich among the following statement is not true? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2114. |
'Inclusive growth' is a phrase used in India's 1. 9th Plan 2. 10th Plan 3. 11th Plan 4. 12th Plan Select the correct answer using the codes given below. |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| B. | 2 and 4 |
| C. | 3 and 4 |
| D. | Only 4 |
| Answer» D. Only 4 | |
| 2115. |
The 11th Five Year Plan strategy to raise agricultural output envisages which of the following? 1. Greater attention to land reforms. 2. Double the rate of growth of irrigated area. 3. Promote animal husbandry and fishery. 4. Interest free credit to the farmers.Select the correct answer using the codes given below |
| A. | 1 and 3 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| D. | 2 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 2 and 4 | |
| 2116. |
Consider the following statements 1. Food for Work Programme was launched in India during the 10th Five Year Plan. 2. The Planning commission in India is a constitutional body. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» B. Only 2 | |
| 2117. |
A person qualifies for insurance under the Aam Aadmi Bima Yojana only if he ____ 1. Is earning member of rural household 2. Is Landless 3. Belongs to BPL category 4. Between 15- 59 years of age which among the above statements is / are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | 1 & 2 |
| C. | 1, 2, 3 & 4 |
| D. | 1, 3 & 4 |
| Answer» C. 1, 2, 3 & 4 | |
| 2118. |
In context of 'Indira Awaas Yojana', consider the following statements: (1) Indira Awaas Yojana seeks to provide shelter to rural BPL households. (2) Allotment under this housing scheme is made only in the name of the female member of the household.Which of the following is/are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» C. Both 1 and 2 | |
| 2119. |
Consider the following statements: 1. Bulk of employment in India is in rural areas. 2. The disguised unemployment in agricultural sector is perennial. 3. Industrialization has rendered several people jobless in India. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 1 and 3 |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 1 and 3 | |
| 2120. |
Who among the following constitute the National Development Councils? 1. The Prime Minister of India 2. The Leader of Opposition 3. Minister of Union Cabinet 4. Chief Minister of the States Select the correct answer using the given code below. |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| C. | 1, 3 and 4 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 only |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 only | |
| 2121. |
Which of the statements] is true regarding the NDC 1. to prescribe guidelines for the formulation of the National Plan, including the assessment of resources for the Plan; 2. to consider the National Plan as formulated by the Planning Commission; 3. to consider important questions of social and economic policy affecting national development: and 4. to review the working of the Plan from time to time and to recommend such measures as are necessary for achieving the aims and targets set out in the National Plan. |
| A. | Only 1, 2, and 3 |
| B. | Only 2, 3 |
| C. | Only 1 and 2 |
| D. | All of them |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2122. |
Consider the following two statements and answer the question- I. The rural poverty alleviation programme will henceforth run on mission mode. II. National Rural Livelihood Mission is centrally sponsored programme implemented by the states |
| A. | Only I is correct |
| B. | Only II is correct |
| C. | Both I and II are correct |
| D. | None is correct |
| Answer» D. None is correct | |
| 2123. |
Consider the following statements about the LPG model of economic development process in India? 1. Disinvestment of profit making public sector Enterprises. 2. Permitting private sectors to establish Industrial Units without taking a license. 3. Chronically sick industries were referred to BIFR for the formulation of revival or rehabilitation plan. Which of the processes given above is/are taken after adoption of LPG model? |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| B. | 1 and 3 |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | only 2 |
| Answer» B. 1 and 3 | |
| 2124. |
Consider the following statements : (1) The state sets broad parameters and goals for the economy. (2) The targets to be achieved are broadly set by the state. (3) The plan is made for the specific time period of about 15 years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct about the Indicative planning? |
| A. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| B. | 1 and 2 |
| C. | 1 and 3 |
| D. | only 1 |
| Answer» C. 1 and 3 | |
| 2125. |
Consider the following statements : (1) MNREGA was launched in the 11th five year plan. (2) Indira Awas Yojana was launched in the 9th Five Year Plan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» C. Both 1 and 2 | |
| 2126. |
Consider the following statements about Indian Economy? (1) During 11th Five Year Plan the food grain production steadily increased. (2) During 11th Five Year Plan the average inflation on the wholesale price Index is above 10%. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 2127. |
Consider the following statements regarding Indian planning. (1) The second five year plan emphasized on the establishment of heavy industries. (2) The third five year plan aimed to achieve self- (3) sufficiency in food grains and increase agricultural production to meet the requirements of industry and exports. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 2128. |
The phenomenon known as green revolution began to manifest during- |
| A. | 2nd Plan |
| B. | 3rd Plan |
| C. | Annual Plans (1966-69) |
| D. | 4th Plan |
| Answer» D. 4th Plan | |
| 2129. |
Structural Planning refers to: |
| A. | laying down broad goals and strategies |
| B. | centralised planning |
| C. | fixing flexible targets |
| D. | changing existing institutions or creating new ones |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2130. |
First Plan adopted |
| A. | Lewis-Fei model |
| B. | Mahalanobis model |
| C. | Harrod Domar model |
| D. | Keynesian model |
| Answer» D. Keynesian model | |
| 2131. |
The rationale given in the first plan for state intervention in the industrial sector was that: |
| A. | private sector was inefficient |
| B. | state alone can ensure decentralization of wealth |
| C. | private sector was neither willing nor capable of investing in certain sectors |
| D. | the commanding heights of the economy should be in the public sector |
| Answer» D. the commanding heights of the economy should be in the public sector | |
| 2132. |
Consider the following statements: 1. Deficit financing essentially involves public expenditure in excess of public revenue 2. In Deficit financing, the new currency replaces the old currencyWhich among the above statements is/are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 is correct |
| B. | Only 2 is correct |
| C. | Both are correct |
| D. | Both are incorrect |
| Answer» B. Only 2 is correct | |
| 2133. |
Consider the following taxes:1. VAT paid during purchase of a type tube for a vehicle2. Service Tax paid while making payments of dinner in a restaurant3. Duty paid while importing machinery from abroad which among the above are "direct taxes"? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | 1 & 2 |
| C. | 1, 2 & 3 |
| D. | None of them |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2134. |
Which of the following are among the taxes levied exclusively by the Central Government and are mentioned in the Union List of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India? 1. Corporation Tax 2. Taxes on advertisement in the newspapers 3. Taxes on Agricultural income 4. Taxes on consumption/sale of electricity |
| A. | Only 2 |
| B. | Only 4 |
| C. | 1 and 2 |
| D. | 3 and 4 |
| Answer» D. 3 and 4 | |
| 2135. |
The Non-Votable charges or 'Charged Expenditure' included in the Union Budget include: 1. Salary and Allowances of the Presiding Officers of the houses of Parliament. 2. Salary and Allowances of the Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts. 3. Salary and Allowances of the CAG. 4. Pension of the retired Judges of the Supreme Court. 5. Pension of the retired Judges of High Courts.Select the option(s) which is/are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| D. | All of them |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2136. |
Consider the following: 1. Commercial Banks 2. Central Bank of India 3. Government Which among the above can create money? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 1 & 2 |
| C. | Only 3 |
| D. | All 1 2 & 3 |
| Answer» C. Only 3 | |
| 2137. |
Consider the following statements: 1. In Narrow Banking Banks just accept deposits and provide loans. 2. In Narrow Banking there is rarely Asset Liability Mismatch Which among the above statements is/are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 is correct |
| B. | Only 2 is correct |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 are correct |
| D. | None of them is correct |
| Answer» C. Both 1 and 2 are correct | |
| 2138. |
Consider the following steps: 1. Banking Department gets currency from the Issue Department 2. Government puts the currency in circulation 3. Central Government incurs a deficit in its Budget 4. Government Sells Treasury Bills to Banking Department of RBIWhich among the following is the correct order of the above steps? |
| A. | 1 2 3 4 |
| B. | 2 3 4 1 |
| C. | 3 4 1 2 |
| D. | 4 3 2 1 |
| Answer» D. 4 3 2 1 | |
| 2139. |
Consider the following statements: 1. In Minimum Reserve System, RBI had to keep a minimum reserve of Gold worth Rs. 115 Crores and rest in Indian Rupees. 2. The Minimum Requirement of Foreign Securities was diluted when Minimum Reserve System was launched. Which among the above statement is / are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 is correct |
| B. | Only 2 is correct |
| C. | Both of them are correct |
| D. | Both of them are incorrect |
| Answer» D. Both of them are incorrect | |
| 2140. |
Consider the following statements: 1. As per the Basel II accords, Banks have to maintain a minimum 8% CRAR 2. Out of 8% Banks have to keep a Tier I Capital of 5% 3. In India, the Banks are required to keep the CAR of 9% at least. Which among the above statements is / are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 1 & 2 |
| C. | Only 1 & 3 |
| D. | All are correct statements |
| Answer» D. All are correct statements | |
| 2141. |
Consider the following statements: 1. Increase in deposit rate results in higher savings 2. Increase in deposit rate results in fall in credit off takes 3. Increase in deposit rate results in increase in investment Which among the above statements is / are correct? |
| A. | 1 & 2 |
| B. | 1 & 3 |
| C. | 1, 2, 3 |
| D. | Only 1 |
| Answer» C. 1, 2, 3 | |
| 2142. |
Which among the following are the 'Credit-Rating Agencies' of India?1. CRISIL 2. CARE3. ICRA 4. ONICRA |
| A. | 1 and 3 |
| B. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| C. | 1, 3 and 4 |
| D. | All of them |
| Answer» E. | |
| 2143. |
Consider the following statements regarding the Office or Economic Advisor (OEA): 1. It is attached to the Ministry of Finance. 2. The weekly compilation and Publication of Wholesale Price Indices (WPI) is done by the Office of Economic Advisor. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» C. Both 1 and 2 | |
| 2144. |
Consider the following statements: 1. Not all banks come under the regulation of Right to Information Act 2. Not all banks come under the Schedule 2 of RBI Which among the above statements is / are correct? |
| A. | Only 1 is correct |
| B. | Only 2 is correct |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 are correct |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 is correct |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 is correct | |
| 2145. |
Which one among the following is an appropriate description of deflation? |
| A. | it is a sudden fall in the value of a currency against other currencies |
| B. | It is a persistent recession in the economy |
| C. | It is a persistent fall in the general price level of goods and services |
| D. | It is fall in the rate of inflation over a period of time |
| Answer» D. It is fall in the rate of inflation over a period of time | |
| 2146. |
Recently, one of the well-known market analysts made this statement: "We expect the Reserve Bank of India to continue to ease liquidity" Which among the following instruments can be used by RBI to continue to ease liquidity?1. Cutting the frequency of Open Market Operations2. Cutting the Cash Reserve Ratio3. Cutting the Repo and Reverse Repo ratesChoose the correct options: |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 1 & 2 |
| C. | Only 2 & 3 |
| D. | 1, 2 & 3 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 & 3 | |
| 2147. |
Which of the following are the provisions of SARFAESI Act which enables banks to reduce their non-performing assets (NPAs)? 1. Enforcement of Security Interest by secured creditor (Banks/ Financial Institutions). 2. Transfer of non- performing assets to asset Reconstruction Company which will then dispose of those assets and realise the proceeds. 3. To provide a legal framework for securitization of assets. 4. Assisting banks in making the credibility track record of customers under Credit Information Bureau of India (CIBIL). |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| C. | 2, 3 and 4 |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» C. 2, 3 and 4 | |
| 2148. |
Brent index is associated with : (1) crude oil prices (2) copper future prices (3) gold future prices (4) shipping rate index Which of the following is true? |
| A. | Only 1 |
| B. | Only 2 |
| C. | Only 3 |
| D. | Only 4 |
| Answer» B. Only 2 | |
| 2149. |
What is 'Future Trading'?1. It is a trade between two stock exchanges wherein it is decided to purchase stocks of each other on a fixed price throughout the year2. It is an agreement between two parties to buy or sell an underlying asset in the future at a predetermined price3. It is an agreement between stock exchange that they will not trade in stocks of each other in future or for a predetermined period of time |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | All 1.2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 3 only | |
| 2150. |
A company undertakes a public issue which means that 1. Shares of the company will be issued only through public sector organizations like banks/central financial institutions etc. 2. Shares of the company will be issued to general public through the primary market. 3. Means some stakeholders/promoters are leaving the company and wish to sell their stock to general public. |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 3 only |
| D. | All 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 3 only | |