General Studies top 17 mcq.

01.Mahatma Gandhi underlook fast unto death in 1932, mainly because

Ramsay Macdonald announced the Communal
Award. 

02.With reference to Ryotwari Settlement, consider the following statements:
1. The rent was paid directly by the peasants to the
Government.
2. The government gave Pattas to the Ryots.
3. The lands were surveyed and assesses before
being taxed.
Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?

 (a) 1, 2 and 3.

03.Which of the following provisions of the
Constitution of India have a bearing on Education?
1. Directive Principles of State Policy.
2. Rural and Urban Local Bodies.
3. Seventh Schedule
Select the correct answer using the codes given
below:

 (a) 1, 2 and 3.

Explanation:-
7 th schedule determins whether Education is a Union, State or Concurrent matter.
Sixth schedule
(v) education, that is to say, primary education, higher secondary including vocational training,
adult education, college education (general).

04.Which of the following is the chief characteristic of‘mixed farming’?

Rearing of animals and cultivation of crops
together. 

05.Consider the following factors:
1. Rotation of the Earth
2. Air pressure and wind
3. Density of ocean water

Which of the above factors influence the ocean
currents?

(a) 1, 2 and 3.

06.With reference to the wetlands of India

The country’s total geographical area under the
category of wetlands is recorded more in Gujarat as compared to other States. 

Explanation:-
Gujarat is called "Land of wetlands"

07.In India, other than ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and for intended purpose, what is the importance of the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)?

1. CAG reports on the execution of projects or
programmes by the ministries are discussed by the
Public Accounts Committee.
2. Information from CAG reports can be used by
investigating agencies to press charges against those who have violated the law while managing public finances. 

Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?

(a)both of the above.

08.The Prime Minister of India, at the time of his/her appointment

Need not necessarily be a member of one of the
Houses of the Parliament but must become a
member of one of the Houses within six months.

09.Which reference to the Delimitation Commission,consider the following statements:

1. The orders of the Delimitation Commission cannot be challenged in a Court of Law.

2. When the orders of the Delimitation Commission are laid before the Lok Sabha or State Legislative Assembly, they cannot effect any modifications in the orders.

Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?

 (a) Both 1 and 2.

10.Consider the following:
1. Hotels and restaurants
2. Motor transport undertakings
3. Newspaper establishments
4. Private medical institutions

The employees of which of the above can have the
‘Social Security’ coverage under Employees’ State Insurance Scheme?

(a) 1, 2, 3 and 4.

11.According to the Constitution of India, it is the duty of the President of India to cause to be laid before the Parliament which of the following?
1. The Recommendation of the Union Finance
Commission.
2. The Report of the Comptroller and Auditor
General.
3. The Report of the National Commission for
Scheduled Castes.
Select the correct answer using the codes given
below:

(a) 1, 2 and 3.

12. A deadlock between the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha calls for a joint sitting of the Parliament during the passage of

Ordinary Legislation.

13.How do District Rural Development Agencies
(DRDAs) help in the reduction of rural poverty in
India?
1. DRDAs secure inter-sectoral and interdepartmental coordination and cooperation for effective implementation of anti-poverty
programmes.
2. DRDAs watch over and ensure effective utilization of the funds intended for anti-poverty programmes.

Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?

(a)1and 2.

14.Which of the following is/are among the
Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the
Indian Constitution?
1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite
culture.
2. To develop the scientific temper and spirit of
inquiry.
3. To strive towards excellence and all spheres of
individual and collective activity.

Select the correct answer using the codes given
below:

 (a) 1, 2 and 3.

15.What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India?
1. While appointment the Supreme Court Judges,
the President of India has to consult the Chief Justiceof India.
2. The salaries of the Judges are charged on the
Consolidated Fund of India to which the legislature does not have to vote. 

Which of the statements given above is/are
correct?

 (a) 1 and 2.

16. The increasing amount of carbon dioxide in the air is slowly raising the temperature of the atmosphere, because it absorbs

The infrared part of the solar radiation. 

17.Which one of the following sets of elements was primarily responsible for the origin of life on the Earth?

Carbon,Hydrogen, Nitrogen.

General Studies top 19 mcq.

01.In the areas covered under the Panchayat (Extension

to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, what is the

role/power of Gram Sabha?

1. Gram Sabha has the power to prevent alienation

of land in the Scheduled Areas.

2. Gram Sabha has the ownership of minor forest

produce.

(a) both of the above.

02.In the Parliament of India, the purpose of an

adjournment motion is

to allow a discussion on a definite matter of

urgent public importance. 

03.How does National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting the Indian Agriculture?

1. NBA checks the biopiracy and protects the

indigenous and traditional genetic resources.

2. Application for Intellectual Property Rights related to genetic/biological resources cannot be made without the approval of NBA.

Which of the statements given above is/are

correct?

 (a) both of the above.

04. Consider the following provisions under the

Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in

the Constitution of India:

1. Organizing village Panchayats.

2. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas.

above are the Gandhian Principles that

are reflected in the Directive Principles of State

Policy.

05.With reference to consumers’ rights/privileges

under the provisions of law in India, which of the

following statements is/are correct?

1. Consumers are empowered to take samples for

food testing.

2. In case of death of a consumer, his/her legal heir

can file a complaint the consumer forum on his/her behalf.

(a) both of the above.

06.Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker,

If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her

resignation has to be 

addressed to the Deputy Speaker. 

07.Which of the following are included in the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?

1. A dispute between the Government of India and

one or more States.

2. A dispute between two or more States.

(a) both of the above.

08.Consider the following kinds of organisms:

1. Bacteria

2. Fungi

3. Flowering plants

Some species of which of the above kinds of

organisms are employed biopesticides.

09.What is the role of ultraviolet (UV) radiation in the water purification systems?

It inactivates/kills the harmful microorganisms in water. 

10.With reference to the scientific progress of ancient India, which of the statements given below are correct?

1. Different kinds of specialized surgical instruments were in common use by 1st century AD.

2. Transplant of internal organs in the human body

had beginning of 3rd century AD.

3. The concept of sine of an angle was known in 5th century AD.

4. The concept of cyclic quadrilaterals was known in 7th century AD.

Select the correct answer using the codes given

below

(a) 1, 2, 3 and 4.

11.With reference to the history of ancient India, which

of the following was/were common to both Buddhism and Jainism?

1. Indifference to the authority of the Vedas.

2. Denial of efficacy of rituals.

Select the correct answer using the codes given

below:

(a)both of the above.

12.Which of the following can be said to be essentially

the parts of ‘Inclusive Governance’?

1. Establishing effective District Planning

Committees in all the districts.

2. Increasing the government spending on public

health.

3. Strengthening the Mid-day Meal Scheme.

Select the correct answer using the codes given

below:

4.all of the above.

13.The Nagara, the Dravida and the Vesara are the

Three main styles of Indian temple architecture. 

14.Which of the following is/are the principal feature(s) of the Government of India Act, 1919?

1. Introduction of diarchy in the executive

government of the provinces.

2. Devolution of legislative authority by the centre

to the provinces.

Select the correct answer using the codes given

below:

(a)both of the above.

15.During Indian freedom struggle, the National Social Conference was formed. What was the reason for its formation?

Behramji Malabari and M.G. Ranade decided to

bring together all the social reform groups of the

country under one organization. 

16.which of the following parties were established by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

1. All India Scheduled Castes Federation.

2. The Independent Labour Party.

(a)both of the above.

17.Which of the following special powers have been

conferred on the Rajya Sabha by the Constitution of India?

To pass a resolution empowering the Parliament

to make laws in the State List and to create one or

more All India Services. 

18.How does the National Rural Livelihood Mission seek to improve livelihood options of rural poor?

By strengthening ‘self-help groups’ and providing

skill development. 

19.Which of the following are the methods of

Parliamentary control over public finance in India?

1. Placing Annual Financial Statement before the

Parliament.

2. Withdrawal of moneys from Consolidated Fund of

India only after passing the Appropriation Bill.

3. Provisions of supplementary grants and vote-onaccount.

4. Introducing Finance Bill in the Parliament. 

5.all of the above.

General Studies top 10 mcq.

01.With reference to “Look East Policy” of India, consider the following statements:

1. India wants to establish itself as an important regional player in the East Asian affairs.
2. India wants to restore the historical and cultural ties with its neighbours in Southeast and East Asia.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) both of the above.

02.When the annual Union Budget is not passed by the Lok Sabha,

The Prime Minister submits the resignation of Council of Ministers.

03.Under the constitution of India, which one of the following is a fundamental duty?

(a) To develop the scientific temper
(b) To safeguard public property
(c) To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals.
(d) all of the above.

04.What is the difference between a CFL and an LED lamp?

1. To produce light, a CFL uses mercury vapour and phosphor while an LED lamp uses semi-conductor material.
2. A CFL is less energy-efficient as compared to an LED lamp.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) both of the above is correct.

05.With reference to Indian freedom struggle, Usha Mehta is well-known for 

Running the secret Congress Radio in the wake of Quit India Movement.

06.With reference to the period of Indian freedom struggle, which of the following was/were recommended by the Nehru report?

1. Joint electorates for reservation of seats for minorities
2. Provision of fundamental right for the people of India in the constitution.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a)both of the above.

07.What is the difference between “vote-on-account” and “interim budget”?

1. The provision of a “vote-on-account” is used by a regular Government, while an “interim budget” is a provision used by a caretaker Government.
2. A “vote-on-account” only deals with the expenditure in Government’s budget, while an “interims budget” includes both expenditure and receipts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)Both 1 and 2.

08.Regarding the International Monetary Fund, which one of the following statements is correct?

It grants loans to only member countries.

09.A “closed economy” is an economy in which

Neither exports nor imports take place.

10.When the bark of a tree is removed in a circular fashion all around near its base, it gradually dries up and dies because

Roots are starved of energy.

General Studies top 25 mcq.

01.The Jain philosophy holds that the world is created and maintained by

Universal Law.

02.The “Red Data Books” published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resource (IUCN) contain lists of

 Threatened plant and animal species.

03.An artificial satellite orbiting around the Earth does not fall down. This is so because the attraction of Earth. 

Provides the necessary acceleration for its motion.

04.____________ have the highest share in the disbursement of credit to agriculture and allied activities?

Commercial Banks.

05.Which of the following can aid in furthering the Government’s objective of inclusive growth?
1. Promoting Self-Help Groups
2. Promoting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.
3. Implementing the Right to Education Act
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Answer:-

(a) 1, 2 and 3.

06.Economic growth is usually coupled with

Inflation.

07.The lowering of Bank Rate by the Reserve Bank of India leads to

More liquidity in the market.

08.Westerlies in southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in northern hemisphere. Why?

Southern hemisphere has less landmass as compared to northern hemisphere. 

09.Between India and East Asia, the navigation-time and distance can be greatly reduced by which of the following?
1. Deepening the Malacca straits between Malaysia and Indonesia.
2. Opening a new canal across the Kra isthmus between the Gulf of Siam and Andaman Sea.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) Both 1 and 2.

10.Consider the following:

1. Right to education.
2. Right to equal access to public service.
3. Right to food.
Which of the above is/are Human Right/Human Rights under “Universal Declaration of Human Rishts”?

(a) 1, 2 and 3.

11.The surface of a lake is frozen in severe winter, but the water at its bottom is still liquid. What is the reason?

Ice is a bad conductor of heat.

12.What is the difference between Bluetooth and Wi-Fi devices?

(a) Bluetooth uses 2.4 GHz radio frequency band, whereas Wi-Fi can use 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz frequency band.
(b) Bluetooth is used for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) only, whereas Wi-Fi is used for Wireless Wide Area Networks (WWAN) only.

both are correct.

13.With reference to micro-irrigation, which of the following statements is/are correct?

Fertilizer/nutrient loss can be reduced. 

14.What could be the main reason/reasons of the formation of African and Eurasian desert belt?

It is located in the sub-tropical high pressure cells. 

15.What is “Virtual Private Network”? 

It is a computer network across a public internet that provides users access to their organization’s network while maintaining the security of the information transmitted.

16.Consider the following:

1. Carbon dioxide
2. Oxides of Nitrogen
3. Oxides of Sulphur
Which of the above is/are the emission/emissions from coal combustion at thermal power plants?

Answer:-

(a) 1, 2 and 3.

17.Satellites used for telecommunication relay are kept in a geostationary orbit. A satellite is said to be in such an orbit when:

1. The orbit is geosynchronous.
2. The orbit is circular.
3. The orbit lies in the plane of the Earth’s equator. 

Answer:-

(a) 1, 2 and 3.

18.Which one of the following statements appropriately describes the “fiscal stimulus”?

It is an intense affirmative action of the Government to boost economic activity in the country.

19.A rapid increase in the rate of inflation is sometimes attributed to the “base effect”. What is “base effect”? 

It is the impact of the price levels of previous year on the calculation of inflation rate.

20.India is regarded as a country with “Demographic Dividend”. This is due to

Its high population in the group of 15-64 years.

21.Regarding “carbon credits”, which one of the following statements is correct?

(a) The carbon credit system was ratified in conjunction with the Kyoto Protocol.
(b) Carbon credits are awarded to countries or groups that have reduced greenhouse gases below their emission quota.
(c) The goal of the carbon credit system is to limit the increase of carbon dioxide emission.
(d)all of the above.

22.The function of heavy water in a nuclear reactor is to

Slow down the speed of neutrons.

23.India is home to lakhs of persons with disabilities. What are the benefits available to them under the law?

1. Free schooling till the age of 18 years in government-run schools.
2. Preferential allotment of land for setting up business.
3. Ramps in public buildings.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1, 2 and 3.

24.The authorization for the withdrawal of funds from the Consolidated Fund of India must come from

The Parliament of India.

25.All revenues received by the Union Government by way of taxes and other receipts for the conduct of Government business are credited to the

Consolidated Fund of India.

SAIL (Mechanical Engineering) Placement Paper.

PLACEMENT PAPERS WITH SOLUTIONS.

SAIL (Mechanical Engineering)

 1.  Pistons of Diesel engines are usually cooled by

Lubricating oil.

 2.  When a hydrocarbon fuel burns in excess air, Orsat analysis of products of combustion will show

CO, CO2 and N2.  

 3.  What will be the products of combustion shown by an Orsat analyzer when natural gas burns in deficit air?

CO2, CO and N2.   

4.  The energy produced by 4.5 tons of high-grade coal is equivalent to the energy produced by

1 gram of Uranium.

 5.  Enriched Uranium is one in which

Percentage of U235 has been artificially increased.   

6.  The reflectivity in a reactor depends upon

Geometry of the reflector.

Energy of neutrons.

Properties of reflector.

All of these.

7.  Shielding in a nuclear power plant is done

To protect against neutron and gamma rays.

8.  This substance has the minimum value of thermal conductivity 

Air.

9.  Dimensionless number is represented by

Fourier number.

10.  Floating heads are provided in heat exchangers to

Regulate the flow.

11.  In the film established along a vertical plate during condensation of any vapour over the plates, the temperature distribution curve is

Concave upwards.

12.  In spite of large heat transfer coefficients in boiling liquids, cavities are used advantageously when the entire surface is exposed to

Film boiling.

13.  Ice is very close to a

Gray body.

14.  In a refrigeration plant, if the condenser temperature increase, the power input to the compressor will

Increase.

15.  In gas cycle refrigeration system, an expander replaces the throttle valve of a vapour compression system, because

The drop-in temperature by throttling the gas is very small.    

16.  In an aircraft refrigeration system, the pressure at the cooling turbine outlet is equal to

Cabin pressure.

17.  If the specific humidity of moist air remains the same but its dry bulb temperatures increases, its dew point temperature

Remains the same.

18.  In an adiabatic saturation process of air

The enthalpy remains constant.

19.  If air flows over a cooling coil, dehumidification of air will take place if the coil surface temperature is below the following of the entering air

Dew point temperature.

20.  In winter air-conditioning, the process is

Heating, humidification and heating.

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