1. With reference to river Teesta, consider the following statements. 1. The source of river Teesta is the same as that of Brahmaputra but it flows through Sikkim. 2. River Rangeet originates in Sikkim and it is a tributary of river Teesta. 3. River Teesta flows into Bay of Bengal on the border of India and Bangladesh. Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

2. Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution of India, the Directive Principles of State Policy constitute limitations upo. 1. legislative function. 2. executive function. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

3. What is the purpose of Vidyanjali Yojana'. 1. To enable the famous foreign educational institutions to open their campuses in India. 2. To increase the quality of education provided in government schools by taking help from the private sector and the community. 3. To encourage voluntary monetary contributions from private individuals and organizations so as to improve the infrastructure facilities for primary and secondary schools. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

4. The painting of Bodhisattva Padmapani is one of the most famous and oft-illustrated paintings at:

5. In the context of mitigating the impending global warming due to anthropogenic emissions of carbon dioxide, which of the following can be the potential sites for carbon sequestration. 1. Abandoned and uneconomic coal seam. 2. Depleted oil and gas reservoir. 3. Subterranean deep saline formations. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

6. The object of the Butler Committee of 1927 was to?

7. Which of the following statements best describes the term 'Scheme for Sustainable Structuring of Stressed Assets (S4A)', recently seen in the news?

8. The Global Infrastructure Facility is a/ an

9. Consider the following in respect of 'National Career Service'. 1. National Career Service is an initiative of the Department of Personnel and Training, Government of India. 2. National Career Service has been launched in a Mission Mode to improve the employment opportunities to uneducated youth of the country. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

10. With reference to the difference between the culture of Rigvedic Aryans and Indus Valley people, which of the following statements is/are correct. 1. Rigvedic Aryans used the coat of mail and helmet in warfare whereas the people of Indus Valley Civilization did not leave any evidence of using them. 2. Rigvedic Aryans knew gold, silver and copper whereas Indus Valley people knew only copper and iron. 3. Rigvedic Aryans had domesticated the horse whereas there is no evidence of Indus Valley people having been aware of this animal. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

11. Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) are used to create digital display in many devices. What are the advantages of OLED displays over Liquid Crystal displays. 1. OLED displays can be fabricated on flexible plastic substrates. 2. Roll-up displays embedded in clothing can be made using OLEDs. 3. Transparent displays are possible using OLEDs. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

12. What is the purpose of 'evolved Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (eLISA)' project?

13. In the context of India, which one of the following is the correct relationship between Rights and Duties?

14. What is the purpose of setting up of Small Finance Banks (SFBs) in India. 1. To supply credit to small business unit. 2. To supply credit to small and marginal farmer. 3. To encourage young entrepreneurs to set up business particularly in rural areas. Seven-year Analysis of the General Studies (2011−2017) xxvii Select the correct answer using the code given below:

15. Who among the following can join the National Pension System (NPS)?

16. Consider the following statements. 1. The Standard Mark of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is mandatory for automotive tyres and tubes. 2. AGMARK is a quality Certification Mark issued by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

17. Consider the following statements. 1. The Election Commission of India is a five-member body. 2. Union Ministry of Home Affairs decides the election schedule for the conduct of both general elections and bye-elections. 3. Election Commission resolves the disputes relating to splits/mergers of recognised political parties. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

18. Mediterranean Sea is a border of which of the following countries. 1. Jordan 2. Ira. 3. Lebanon 4. Syria Select the correct answer using the code given below:

19. Consider the following statements. 1. India has ratified the Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) of WTO. 2. TFA is a part of WTO's Bali Ministerial Package of 2013. 3. TFA came into force in January 2016. Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

20. Which of the following is a most likely consequence of implementing the 'Unified Payments Interface (UPI)'?

21. Which of the following are not necessarily the consequences of the proclamation of the President's rule in a State. 1. Dissolution of the State Legislative Assembl. 2. Removal of the Council of Ministers in the Stat. 3. Dissolution of the local bodies Select the correct answer using the code given below:

22. Out of the following statements, choose the one that brings out the principle underlying the Cabinet form of Government:

23. For election to the Lok Sabha, a nomination paper can be filed by:

24. Consider the following statements. 1. In India, the Himalayas are spread over five States only. 2. Western Ghats are spread over five States only. 3. Pulicat Lake is spread over two States only. Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

25. With reference to 'Quality Council of India (QCI)', consider the following statements. 1. QCI was set up jointly by the Government of India and the Indian Industry. 2. Chairman of QCI is appointed by the Prime Minister on the recommendations of the industry to the Government. Which of the above statements is/are correct?