Q1: At present, scientists can determine the arrangement or relative positions of genes or DNA sequences on a chromosome. How does this knowledge benefit us?
1. It is possible to know the pedigree of livestock.
2. It is possible to understand the causes of all human diseases.
3. It is possible to develop disease-resistant animal breeds.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 onlyB. 2 onlyC. 1 and 3 onlyD. 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: C

Q2: In terms of economy, the visit by foreign nationals to witness the XIX Common Wealth Games in India amounted to

A. ExportB. ImportC. ProductionD. Consumption

Correct Answer: A

Q3: The formation of ozone hole in the Antarctic region has been a cause of concern. What could be the reason for the formation of this hole?

A. Presence of prominent tropospheric turbulence; and inflow of chlorofluorocarbonsB. Presence of prominent polar front and stratospheric clouds; and inflow of chlorofluorocarbonsC. Absence of polar front and stratospheric clouds; and inflow of methane and chlorofluorocarbonsD. Increased temperature at polar region due to global warming

Correct Answer: B

Q4: 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?

A. 1 and 2B. 2 and 3C. 3 onlyD. 1 and 3

Correct Answer: D

Q5: The tendency for increased litigation was visible after the introduction of the land settlement system of Lord Cornwallis in 1793. The reason for this is normally traced to which of the following provisions?

A. Making Zamindar's position stronger vis-a-vis the ryotB. Making East India Company an overlord of ZamindarsC. Making judicial system more efficientD. None of the (a), (b) and (c) above

Correct Answer: A

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