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External Sector — UPSC Prelims Economy previous year questions

97 solved previous year questions on External Sector, papers from 1992 to 2021, drawn from State PCS, UPPCS, UPSC CSE Prelims. Each carries the printed answer key and the explanation from the source compilation.

1. #1UPSC CSE Prelims 2011
   A "dosed economy" is an economy in which
   • Athe money supply is fully controlled
   • Bdeficit financing takes place
   • Conly exports take place
   • Dneither exports nor imports take place
   Answer: (D) neither exports nor imports take place
   Explanation

   Option d is the correct economy is one which does interact with any other country. There is absence of any imports It means that country is self-sufficient for all demands There are no economies which are completely imports the least amount of goods in the world as a portion of the gross domestic product is the most closed economy in the world

2. #2UPPCS 2019
   Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and other as the Reason Assertion (A): Sustainable development is important for well being of human society. Reason Sustainable development is a kind of development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the. ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Select the correct answer using the codes below: Codes
   • ABoth (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
   • BBoth (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
   • C(A) is true but (R) is false
   • D(A) is false but (R) is true
   Answer: (A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct Sustainable Development Goals are the blueprint a better and more sustainable future for all. the global challenges we face, including climate change, environmental and justice. As per IISD, Sustainable development kind of development that meets the needs of the compromising the ability of future generations their own needs. Important Tips The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) or Global Goals are a collection of 17 interlinked goals. It is designed for a better and more sustainable future for all". The SD Gs were set in 2015 by the United Nations General Assembly and are intended to be achieved by the year 2030. They are included in a UN Resolution called the Agenda 2030

3. #3UPSC CAPF 2014
   The rate at which the consumer is willing to substitute one good for another without changing the level of satisfaction is known as?
   • Amarginal rate of substitution
   • Bmarginal rate of technical substitution
   • Cdiminishing marginal utility
   • DEqui-marginal utility
   Answer: (A) marginal rate of substitution
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct answer In the marginal rate of substitution (MRS) is the amount of a good that a consumer is willing to consume compared to another good, as long as the new good is equally satisfying. Important Tips MRS along with the indifference curve, is used by economists to analyze consumer's spending behavior. An ind.iffo rence curve shows a combination of two goods in variotu, quantities that provides equal (utility) to an individual. It is used in to describe the point where individuals have no particular preference for either one good or another based on their relative quantities

4. #4UPSC CDS 2018
   According to the law of diminishing marginal utility) as the amount of a good consumed. increases, the m.arginal utility of that good tends to
   • Aimprove i
   • Bdiminish
   • Cremain constant
   • Dfirst diminish and then improve j i
   Answer: (B) diminish
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct to the law of diminishing marginal utility, amount of a good consumed increases, the of that good tends to diminish. This means that satisfaction or utility derived from each consumed decreases. Important Tips Alfred Marshall introduced the concept of diminishing marginal utility. Diminishing marginal utility explains how each additional unit of a good provides a smaller increase in subjective value. The phenomenon is known as the "law of diminishing marginal value" and is reflected in concave subjective utility Solution Option b is the correct share of the services sector in the GDP of India risen. This indicates that the services sector considerably over time and has greater proportion to the total national income. in composition mirrors the evolving character of the economy, wherein sectors like banking, technology, and healthcare drivers of economic advancemen

5. #5UPSC CDS 2016
   Which of the following is not a 'Public Good'?
   • AElectricity
   • BNational Defence
   • CLight House
   • DPublic Parks
   Answer: (A) Electricity
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct public good is a commodity or service provided to the intention of making a profit. Electricity, is not provided for free; people pay for the on the units of electricity they consume. Important Tips According to the Finance Minister, Payment Interface) is digital public good. Some of the features of Public goods: Non-rival- They can be used by multiple people simultaneously without affecting each other's usage. Non-excludable- They are freely available for anyone to use without restrictions. Non-rejectable- The consumption of these goods cannot be refused or rejected by the public. Free-riding- Available for even those who have not paid for them benefit from their _provision

6. #6State PCS 2015
   Which one of the following statements with regard to India's economy between 1814- 1860 is not correct?
   • ABetween 1814 and 1850, four commodities dominated India's exports raw silk, opium, cotton and indigo
   • BBetween 1814 and 1860, five commodities dominated India's exports raw silk, opium, cotton, indigo and jute
   • CIndigo and raw silk required processing techniques
   • DIndigo and raw silk were financed foreign capital,i a 0 ''
   Answer: (B) Between 1814 and 1860, five commodities dominated India's exports raw silk, opium, cotton, indigo and jute
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct 1814 and 1860, four commodities dominated raw silk, opium, cotton, and indigo. Jute was not expol't during this period. Jute becam e a commodity from India in the late I 9th century to gain prominence in the early 20th century

7. #7Previous year
   When two goods are completely interchangeable, they are 2015 (I)
   • Aperfect substitutes
   • Bperfect complements
   • CGiffen goods
   • DVeblen goods
   Answer: (A) perfect substitutes
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct economics, goods that can be substituted for each a one-to-one basis are known as perfect substitutes. if a consumer needs to buy a bottle of water, have the option to choose between two different water that are identical in taste, quality, and price, two brands can be considered perfect substitutes. Important Tips Veblen Goods: Veblen goods are luxury or prestige goods that experience an increase in demand as their prices rise. They are seen as status symbols and are associated with high social status. Examples include luxury watches, high-end fashion brands, designer handbags, high-performance sports cars, and premium brands of alcohol. Giffen goods: Giffen goods are a rare economic concept where an increase in price leads to an increase in demand, contrary to the law of demand. They are inferior goods that people consume out of necessity rather than choice. Exa

8. #8UPSC CDS 2014
   A m arket in which t here are large numbers of sellers of a particular product, but each seller sells somewhat differentiated but dose products is termed as
   • Aperfect competition
   • Bmonopoly
   • Cmonopolistic competition
   • Doligopoly
   Answer: (C) monopolistic competition
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct competition refers to a rnarket which there are many sellers offering similar products In this type of market, each some degree of control over the price and quality of but they face competition from other sellers. Important Tips Perfect competition: Perfect competition is a market structure characterized by a large number of buyers and sellers who engage in the buying and selling of homogeneous products. In a perfectly competitive market, there are no barriers to entry or exit, perfect information is available to all market participants, and there is no individual firm's ability to influence market prices Monopoly: A monopoly refers to a market structure in which there is only one seller or producer of a product or service that has no close substitutes. The monopolistic firm has significant market power and can control prices and output levels. Barriers to entry

9. #9UPSC CSE Prelims 2016
   What is/are the purpose/purposes of Government's 'Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme' and 'Gold Monetization Scheme'? 1. To bring the idle gold lying with Indian households into the economy. 2. To promote FDI in the gold and jewellery sector. 3. To reduce India's dependence on gold imports.Select the correct answer using the code given below
   • A1 only
   • B2 and 3 only
   • C1 and 3 only
   • D1, 2 and 3
   Answer: (C) 1 and 3 only
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct I is correct. Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme Monetization Scheme were launched by in 2 is incorrect. It does not impact FDI in the jewellery 3 is correct. The primary purpose to launch was to reduce dependence on imported gold the largest consumer of gold in the world) and gold business in the country. Gold Monetization interest on gold deposits thus mobilising the idle in households, institutions, corporates temple the country and facilitate its use for productive in the long run, to reduce country's reliance on of gold

10. #10UPSC CSE Prelims 2010
    Which one of the following is not a feature of Limited Liability Partnership firm?
    • APartners should be less than
    • BPartnership and management need not be separate
    • CInternal governance may be decided by mutual agreement among partners
    • DIt is corporate body with perpetual succession
    Answer: (A) Partners should be less than
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct should be less than 20 is not a feature of an there is no limit on the number of partners in An LLP must have at least two designated partners responsible for managing the business and the legal requirements. However, an LLP can number of partners who can be individuals or Important Tips A limited liability partnership (LLP) is a type of business structure that combines the features of a partnership and a company. In an LLP, the partners have limited liability for the debts and obligations of the business, depending on their share of investment and personal guarantees, The partners are not responsible for the misconduct or negligence of other partners. An LLP has a separate legal existence from its partners and can own assets, incur liabilities, enter into u cts, and sue or be sued in its own Solutii,n: Option a is the correct bear in investing is an investor who

11. #11UPSC CSE Prelims 1998
    The supply-side economics lays greater emphasis on the point of view of
    • Aproducer
    • Bglobal economy
    • Cconsumer
    • Dmiddle-man
    Answer: (A) producer
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct side economics lays greater emphasis on the point of the producer whereas the demand side emphasis interest of the consumer. Important Tips Supply-side economics is a macroeconomic theory which argues that economic growth can be most effectively created by investing in capital and by lowering barriers to the production of goods and services. It lays a huge emphasis on producers

12. #12UPPCS 2010
    The buyer's market is known where
    • Asupply is more than the demand
    • Bdemand is more than the supply
    • Cdemand is equal to the supply
    • DNone of the above
    Answer: (B) demand is more than the supply
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct slope of a normal demand curve is negative, inverse relationship between price and As price increases, quantity demanded reflects the fundamental principle of the law of demand. Important Tips The demand curve slopes downwards due to various factors: Law of diminishing marginal utility: As consumers acquire more units of a commodity, the marginal utility diminishes, leading to increased purchases when the price decreases to maximize utility. Income effect: Price reduction boosts consumer purchasing power, enabling increased affordability and higher demand for goods and services. Substitution effect: Price increase prompts consumers to switch to cheaper substitutes, reducing demand for the expensive commodity. Multipurpose uses: Price decrease attracts consumers to a versatile commodity, increasing demand, while price increase has the opposite effect

13. #13UPPCS 2004
    In India 'Currency Notes issue system' is based on
    • AProportional reserve system
    • BMinimum reserve system
    • CFixed exchange rate system
    • DFull convertibility system
    Answer: (B) Minimum reserve system
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct answer. The current system of Indian government to issue notes is "Minimum Reserve System". Under this policy, the minimum reserves to be maintained in the form of gold and foreign exchange should consist of rupees 200 crore. Out this reserve, the value of gold to be maintained is rupees 115 crore. The minimum reserve system was adopted in 1956, replacing the proportional reserve system that was followed earlier. Important Tips In India, currency notes are issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which is the monetary authority in India. RBI Act 1934 empowers RBI to issue all the banknotes except 1 Rs note. However, coins and 1 Rs notes are issued by the Government of India unde r the coinage act 1909

14. #14State PCS 2013
    When the total product remains constant, the marginal product will be
    • AZero
    • BNegative
    • CPositive
    • DConstant
    Answer: (A) Zero
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct answer When the To_tal product is at its maximum and constant then the marginal product is zero. When average product is equal to marginal product, average product is at its maximum Important Tips The relationship between Total Marginal Firstly TP increases with an increasing rate, MP also increases. Secondly TP increases with a decreasing rate, MP also decrease. Thirdly, TP reaches its maximum, MP is Zero. Fourthly, TP began to fall, MP becomes negative

15. #15UPSC CSE Prelims 2013
    To obtain full benefits of demographic dividend, what should India do?
    • APromoting skill development
    • BIntroducing more social security schemes
    • CReducing infant mortality rate
    • DPrivatization of higher education a
    Answer: (A) Promoting skill development
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct Skills to the young population will help India benefits of demographic dividend. Important Tips Demographic dividend refers to the growth in an economy that is the resultant effect of a change in the age structure of a country's population. The change in age structure is typically brought on by a decline in fe rtility and mortality rates

16. #16State PCS 2021
    Which one of the following is a pull factor for migration?
    • ANatural disaster
    • BHigh wage
    • CHousing shortage
    • DLow income
    Answer: (B) High wage
    Explanation

    Option. b.is the correct fa ctors "pull" people to a new home and include better opportunities. Some of the pull factors are for work, better health services, and Important Tips Migration is the movement of either people or animals from one area to another. There are many economic, social, and physical reasons why people emigrate and they can usually be classified into push and pull factors. Push factors "push" people away from their homes and include things like war. Poverty is the Push factor of migration. 7 l. Solution (d) Exp) Option d is the correct answer Full employment is an economic situation in which all available labor resources are being used in the most efficient way possible. Full employment embodies the highest amount of skilled and unskilled labor that can be employed within an economy at any given time. True full employment is an ideal and probably unachievable-situation

17. #17UPSC CDS 2017
    Which one of the following is not a feature of the Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAGY)?
    • AIt focuses on community participation
    • BIt is to be guided by a Member of the Parliament
    • CIt aims at creating infrastructure for the village
    • DA Village Development Plan would be prepared for every identified Gram Panchayat
    Answer: (C) It aims at creating infrastructure for the village
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct New Development Bank was established at the in Fortaleza, Brazil in 2014. It aims to support for infrastructure and projects in BRICS member countries. I. Solution Option a is the correct the flexible exchange rate system, the exchange predominantly determined by market mechanisms. that the exchange rate is determined by the supply and demand in the foreign exchange market. It by various factors such as interest rates, performance, and market expectations. Important Tips Floating or Flexible- Exchange rate is determined by the market forces of demand and supply. Fixed or Pegged Exchange Rate- The government or central bank actively intervenes to influence and stabilize the value of the currency. Managed Floating Exchange Rate- The domestic currency's exchange rate moves freely based on market forces, but central banks intervene during challenging times to stabiliz

18. #18UPPCS 2019
    With reference to Corporate Social 35. Responsibility (CSR), which of the statements is/are correct? 1. The Companies Act 2014 introduces mandatory CSR. 2. Companies covered under this will have to spend at least one percent of their annual net-profit on the activities under CSR.Select the correct answer using the codes given below
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2 36
    Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2 36
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct 1 is incorrect: The Companies Act that CSR was enacted in 2013, not in 2 is incorrect: The companies covered under provisions have to spend at least not of net profit in the preceding three financial years activities. Important Tips In India, CSR is governed by Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, which makes it mandatory for certain companies to spend at least of their average net profit on CSR activities. The CSR prnvisions in India are applicable to the following companies: Every company, its holding company, its subsidiary company, or a foreign company having a branch or project office in India That satisfies any of the following criteria in the immediately preceding financial year: Net worth of Rs. 500 crore or more Turnover of Rs. 1000 crore or more Net profit of Rs. 5 crore or more The net worth, turnover and net profit criteria apply only to the busines

19. #19CGPSC 2013
    Which of the following industries provides the maximum employment in India?
    • AIron and Steel
    • BCement
    • CSu.gar
    • DPetroleum (e) Textiles
    Answer: (D) Petroleum (e) Textiles
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct free trade zone is a designated area where goods can stored, and without being customs duties or other taxes. This means that in a free trade zone can produce goods for having to pay any excise duties. Free trade zones used by multinational corporations to set up export oriented manufacturing facilities. This is because free offer a number of advantages, including cost proceedings, and access to skilled Important Tips Free trade zones originated in Uruguay and Argentina in the early 20th century. Rapid development of FTZs occurred in various countries during the and By 1999, approximately FTZs were established across 11.6 countries worldwide Free trade zones are known for producing various products, including dothes, toys, shoes, and electronic goods. The primary purposes of FTZs are to boost the economy by creating job opportunities and business options, and to p

20. #20UPSC CAPF 2014
    The Perform Achieve and Trade (PAT) scheme in India is related to?
    • AEducation
    • BGlobal Warming
    • CEnergy Efficiency
    • DBharat Nirman Y Q
    Answer: (A) Education
    Explanation

    Option a is the a is not incorrect: The WTO does have a way trade disputes among member nations. The mechanism is one of the most of the WTO. It allows countries to resolve trade disputes peacefully and without resorting to trade wars. Option b is correct: WTO's rules are often seen as favoring the interests of multinational corporations over the interests of national governments and ordinary citizens. Option c is correct: rules can sometimes override national laws. For example, the WTO's rules on intellectual property can prevent countries from enactin g laws that pro tect consumers from counte.rfejt goods. Option d is correct rules can sometimes prevent co untries itnp'osing safety standards on imported f the WTO's rules on technical barriers a de ca n prevent countries from banning the import of genetically modified foods

21. #21Previous year
    Consider the following actions which the Government can take: 1. Devaluing the domestic currency. 2. Reduction in the export subsidy. 3. Adopting suitable policies which attract greater FDI and more funds from FIIs.Which of the above action/actions can help in reducing the current account deficit? [UPSC Pre
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C3 only
    • D1 and 3 only
    Answer: (D) 1 and 3 only
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct 1 and 3 are correct. The main components capital account include foreign investment, loans capital. Foreign investments comprise Investment (FDI) and Portfolio Investment Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) investment 2 is incorrect. Reducing export subsidy the current account deficit

22. #22UPSC CSE Prelims 2010
    In the context of the affairs of which of the following is the phrase 'Special Safeguard Mechanisms' mentioned in the news frequently?
    • AUnited Nations Environment Programme
    • BWorld Trade Organization
    • CASEAN - India Free Trade Agreement
    • DG-20 Summits
    Answer: (B) World Trade Organization
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct Special Safeguard Mechanism (SSM) is a provision WTO Agreement on Agriculture that allows to temporarily raise tariffs on agricultural there is a surge in imports that causes or threatens to injury to domestic producers

23. #23UPSC CSE Prelims 1998
    The Capital Account Convertibility of the I.ndian Rupee implies
    • Athat the Indian Rupee can be exchanged by the authorised dealers for travel
    • Bthat the Indian Rupee can be exchanged for any major currency for the purpose of trade in goods and services
    • Cthat the Indian Rupee can be exchanged for any major currency for the purpose of trading financial assets
    • DNone of the above
    Answer: (C) that the Indian Rupee can be exchanged for any major currency for the purpose of trading financial assets
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct to the Committee on Capital (CAC) in 1997 (Chairman Dr S S refers to the freedom to convert local financial foreign financial assets and vice versa at rates of exchange. It is associated with changes in foreign/domestic financial assets and Current account convertibility means freedom domestic currency into foreign currency and for the purpose of trade in goods and services

24. #24UPSC CSE Prelims 1996
    Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason Assertion (A) An important policy instrument of economic liberalization is reduction in import duties on capital goods. Reason (R) Reduction in import duties would help the local entrepreneurs to improve technology to face the global markets. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
    • ABoth A and Rare true and R is the correct explanation
    • BBoth A and R are true but R is not a correct explanation
    • CA is true but R is false
    • DA is false but R is true
    Answer: (A) Both A and Rare true and R is the correct explanation
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct answer. Assertion (A) is true- Reduction in import duties on capital goods is indeed a significant policy used during economic to promote trade, investment, and economic growth. Reason (R) provides the correct explanation for Assertion By reducing import duties on capital goods, local entrepreneurs can access advanced technologies at a lower cost, allowing them to upgrade their production processes, improve product quality, and enhance their competitiveness in the global market

25. #25State PCS 2016
    Which one of the measures is not Hkely to aid in improving India's of Payment position?
    • APromotion of Import Substitution Policy
    • BDevaluation of rupee
    • CImposition of higher tariff on imports
    • DLevying of higher duties on exports (e) None of the above/More than one of the above
    Answer: (D) Levying of higher duties on exports (e) None of the above/More than one of the above
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct clusters in India aim to foster and competitiveness among MSMEs. They play a vital role in absorption, and efficiency improvement. are visible in traditional and modern sectors, is administered by various objecl is to enhance competitiveness and growth, not monopolies

26. #26State PCS 2015
    In which. of the following years was the trade favourable to India
    • A1970-71 and 1974-75
    • B1972-73 and 1976-7'7
    • C1972-73 and 1975 --76
    • D1971-72 and 1976-77
    Answer: (B) 1972-73 and 1976-7'7
    Explanation

    Option b is th e correct trade balance is the difference between the value that India exports and tlv' value of goods that A positive trade balance means that India than it imports, while a negative trade balance India imports more than it exports. India experienced a favorable trade balance in only two years: 1972-73 (Rs. 104 Cxore) and 1976-77 (Rs. 68 cll.'ore)

27. #27UKPSC 2021
    The rise in value of one currency relative to another is
    • Aa weakening of a currency
    • Ba depreciation of a currency
    • Can appreciation of a currency
    • Da debasement of a currency
    Answer: (C) an appreciation of a currency
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct reciat ion of currency refers to an increase in the the currency. Hence, Rupee appreciation will imply of the Rupee against the dollar. For the rupees per US Dollar exchange rate changes from to Rs 60, it implies appreciation of Rupee

28. #28CGPSC 2020
    The term 'paper gold' refers to
    • ASpecial Drawing Rights (SDR) of IMF
    • BSpecial Accommodation Rights
    • CCurrencies pegged to gold
    • DNone of the above
    Answer: (A) Special Drawing Rights (SDR) of IMF
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct tel'm 'paper gold' refers to Special Drawing of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). SOR international reserve asset created by the IMF and is a supplementary foreign exchange reserve in It is called 'paper gold' because it is not a like gold but rather a form of reserve represented as bookkeeping entries. Important Tips Additional Information on SDR: The Special Drawing Right (SOR) is an interest bearing international reserve asset created by the IMF in 1969 to supplement member countries' other reserve assets. It is on a basket of currencies: U.S. dollar, yen, euro, pound and Chinese Renminbi. SDRs are not a currency or a claim on the IMF but can be exchanged for freely usable currencies of IMF members. SDRs are allocated to IMF member countries based on their IMF quotas and can be used for certain international transactions and financia l operations. They can

29. #29UPSC CDS 2014
    Consider the following statements relating to the World Tm.de Organisation (WTO): 1. The WTO deals with the global rules of trade between nations. 2. The goal of the WTO is to help producers of goods and services, exporters and importers conduct their business. 3. The WTO, which is a successor body of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade, came into being following the Uruguay Round of Negotiations. 4. The WTO distances itself in framing of rules on trade in intellectual property rights.Which of the statements given above are correct?
    • A1, 2 and 3
    • B2, 3 and 4
    • C1, 2 and 4
    • D1 and 3
    Answer: (A) 1, 2 and 3
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct l is correct: The World Trade is an international organization that deals with an d enforcement of global rules between nations. Its primary purpose is to and predictable trade relations among 2 is correct: One of the main goals of the WTO provide a platform and framework for international promotes the efficient and effective conduct of producers, exporters, and importers. The organization towards creating a level playing fie ld, barriers, and ensuring fair and transp arent trade 3 is correct:, The WTO was established 1, 1995, as a successor to the General Tariffs and Trade (GATT). The creation of the the result of the Uruguay Round of negotiations, in 1994 and led to the establishment of the a more comprehensive and institutionalized international 4 is incorrect: The WTO plays a in the framing of rules on trade in intellectual (IPRs). The Agreement on Trade-Relat

30. #30Previous year
    Among the following which one is the i largest exporter in the world the fast five (UPSC CSE Pre, 2019}
    • AChina
    • BIndia
    • CMyanmar
    • DVietnam
    Answer: (B) India
    Explanation

    Option bis the correct b is correct. India beat Thailand to become exporter of rice in world in 2011. Since then it on to this position

31. #31UPPCS 2019
    Which hydropower plant in Bhutan was inaugurated recently by Indian Prime Minister N arendra Modi?
    • AChhukha Power Plant
    • BDagachhu Power Plant
    • CKurichha Power Plant
    • DMangdechhu Power Plant
    Answer: (D) Mangdechhu Power Plant
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the lectric power plant, one of the major projects initiative to generate 10,000 MW hydropower with the Indian government's support. H Important Tips The Mangdechhu hydroelectric power plant is a run-of-river power plant built on the Mangdechhu River in Trongsa Dzongkhag district of central Bhutan. The project was developed by the Mangdechhu Hydroelectric Project Authority (MHPA), which was jofotly constituted by the Indian and the Bhutanese governments. The project was inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi on January 5, 2019. Most of the electricity generated by the Mangdechh u hydropower project will meet the energy requirements of Bhutan and the surplus electricity will be exported to India

32. #32State PCS 2017
    Kol Project has been constructed on whkh of the following rive rs i.n India?
    • AKrishna
    • BSutlej
    • CGodavari
    • DNarmada
    Answer: (D) Narmada
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct following measures are likely to aid in improving of Payment a is correct: Promotion of Import will help in production of goods and Therefore, it is likely to reduce the deficit in short duration and may lead to surplus in longer b is correct: Devaluation of rupee leads to fall of the country's products in the international make exports more competitive and appear foreigners. Therefore, it promotes export of goods c is correct: Imposition of higher tariff on discourage the import of goods in the domestic reduce the gap of current account d is incorrect: Levying of higher duties on lead to hike in price of India's export a result India's products become less competitive market. Therefore, it will widen the gap account deficit which will deteriorate of Payment position

33. #33UPPCS 2013
    Which among the following products is not usually exported from India?
    • AWheat
    • BRice
    • CSugar
    • DPulses H3 Balanced Fer tilizers Ratio (NPK) legume crops is
    Answer: (D) Pulses H3 Balanced Fer tilizers Ratio (NPK) legume crops is
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct are an important group of crops in India, it is exported from India. Pulses are the major sources in the diet. India is the largest producer of pulses world Important Tips Pulses are 20 to protein by weight which is double the protein content of wheat and three times that of rice. Major pulses are grown Chickpeas (Gram), Pigeon pea (Tur or Arhar), Moong beans, Urad (Black Matpe), Masur (lentil), Peas, and various kinds of beans

34. #34UPPCS 2012
    The most controversial 'Babli Project' is situated in which of the following States?
    • AAndhra Pradesh
    • BGujarat
    • CMadhya Pradesh
    • DMaharashtra
    Answer: (D) Maharashtra
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct project/barrage is a controversial reservoir constructed by Maharashtra across the river is disputed by Telangana state. The project has been thick of a controversy for over a decade, as it was it could dry up inflows into the Sriram Sagar a major irrigation dam in Telangana. The directed that the gates of the Babli project should open during the monsoon period (July to October) inflows to Sriram Sagar Project. Important Tips The Sriram Sagar Project (SRSP) is a multipurpose irrigation project on the Godavari River in Telangana, India. It was inaugurated in 1977 by the then Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi. IJF'or The project provides irrigation facilities to about 9.69 lakh acres of land in five districts of Telangana: Karimnagar, Warangal, Adilabad, Nizamabad, and Khammam. The Sriram Sagar Project is also known as the lifeline of Telangana, as it supports

35. #35UPPCS 2010
    In which one of the following states is Suil river project located?
    • AUttarakhand
    • BHaryana
    • CPunjab
    • DHimachal Pradesh
    Answer: (D) Himachal Pradesh
    Explanation

    Option dis the correct Small Hydroelectric Project (SSHEP) is a run of hydro project proposed for development on the a tributary of the Ravi River, in the Chamba Himachal Pradesh state in India. The project will installed capacity of 5 MW (2 x 2.5 MW) and 21,462 million units of electricity (net) The electricity generated by the project will be exported to the Northern regional grid via the Load Dispatch Centre (NRLDC), which to the northern states of India comprising Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, an d Uttarakhand

36. #36UPPCS 2008
    Which of the following is the oidest hydropower station India?
    • AMayurakshi
    • BMachkund
    • CPallivasar
    • DShivasamudram
    Answer: (D) Shivasamudram
    Explanation

    Option dis the correct Shivasamudram hydroelectric power station is hydroelectric power plant in India. It was 1902 on the Cauvery River near the Shivasamudram Karnataka. The power station has a capacity of 42 consists of two units: the Simsha Powerhouse and Powerhouse The power station was to supply electricity to the Kolar Gold Fields, about 147 km away. It was also the first plant in Asia to transrnit power over such a Important Tips The Mayurakshi hydropower station is located at Massanjore near Dumka in the state of Jharkhand, India. It is a hydropower generating dam over the Mayurakshi River, which was commissioned in 1955. It was formally inaugurated by Lester B. Pearson, Foreign Minister of Canada, and is also known as Canada Dam or Pearson Dam. The Machkund hydropower station is located near Duduma Falls on the Machkund River between the Andhra Pradesh and Odisha border, India.

37. #37Previous year
    Tulbul project is associated with the [U.P,P,C.S. (Mains) 2007, U,P,P.C.S. (Pre) 2000
    • ABeas
    • BRavi
    • CJhelum
    • DSatluj
    Answer: (C) Jhelum
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Tulbul project is a "navigation at the mouth of the Wular Lake, which is freshwater lake in India and is situated on the The project aims to provide an important m eans transportation of goods and people of Jam mu Kashmir

38. #38State PCS 2007
    Consider the following statements: Assertion (A): India is a major tea exporter country. Reason Domestic consumption of tea in India is very poor. Select the correct answer from the code given below
    • ABoth (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
    • BBoth (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
    • C(A) is true, but (R) is false
    • D(A) is false, but (R) is true
    Answer: (C) (A) is true, but (R) is false
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct is the 4th largest tea exporter. India is also world's top tea consuming countries, with of produced in the country consumed by the Hence, Assertion (A) is true and Reason (R)

39. #39Previous year
    Which of the following states is the largest producer of groundnut in India? [. (Mains) 2006) fml F
    • ATamil Nadu
    • BMadhya Pradesh
    • CRajasthan
    • DGujarat
    Answer: (D) Gujarat
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct accounts for almost half of India's In 2020 it accounts for 42 per cent of total er groundnut cultivation in the county Important Tips Groundnut thrives well in well drained, light textured, loosed and friable soil preferably sandy loam soil with pH 5.6 to 6.5 having reasonably high calcium and moderate organic matter. Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea is important oilseed crop and oil content of the seed varies from depending on the varieties and agronomic conditions. It is also used in soap making, and in manufacturing cosmetics and lubricants, olein, stearin and their salts i

40. #40State PCS 2015
    'Nagarjuna Sagar Multipurpose Project' is on
    • ATapti
    • BKosi
    • CGodavari
    • DKrishna
    Answer: (D) Krishna
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct Nagarjuna Sagar Multipurpose Project is a resources project that provides irrigation, power generation and flood control to the states Pradesh and Telangana. The project is built on River, which is the fourth longest river in flows through Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana Pradesh. Important Tips The Nagarjuna Sagar Multipurpose Project consists of a concrete gravity dam at Nagarjuna Sagar, which is one of the world's largest and tallest masonry dams. The project was inaugurated by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1955 and completed in 1967. It was the first in a series oflarge infrastructure projects initiated for achieving the Green Revolution in India. It was also one of the earliest multi-purpose irrigation and hydroelectric projects in India

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