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4026
'Souls are not only the property of animal and plant life, but also of rocks, running water and many other natural objects not looked on as living by other religious sects'.
The above statement reflects one of the core beliefs of which one of the following religious sects of ancient India?
UPSC Prelims 2023 Ancient History
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4027
With reference to ancient Indian History, consider the following pairs:
Literary work : Author 1. Devi Chandragupta : Bilhana 2. Hammira-Mahakavya : Nayachandra Suri 3. Milinda Panha : Nagarjuna 4. Nitivakyamrita : Somadeva Suri
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
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4028
Consider the following dynasties: 1. Hoysala 2. Gahadavala 3. Kakatiya 4. Yadava
How many of the above dynasties established their kingdoms in the early eighth century AD?
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4029
Which one of the following explains the practice of 'Vattakirutal' as mentioned in Sangam poems?
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4030
With reference to ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar and Muchiri were well-known as-
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4031
With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements: 1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin. 2. Stupa was generally a repository of relics. 3. Stupa was a votive and commemorative structure in Buddhist tradition.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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4032
In which one of the following regions was Dhanyakataka, which flourished as a prominent Buddhist center under the Mahasanghikas, located?
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4033
With reference to the Indian economy, "Collateral Borrowing and Lending Obligations" are the instruments of:
UPSC Prelims 2024 Indian Economy
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4034
"Membrane Bioreactors" are often discussed in the context of:
UPSC Prelims 2024 Environment & Ecology
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4035
Recently, the term "pumped-storage hydropower" is actually and appropriately discussed in the context of which one of the following?
UPSC Prelims 2024 Environment & Energy
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4036
Which one of the following is the exhaust pipe emission from Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles, powered by hydrogen?
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4037
In which of the following are hydrogels used? 1. Controlled drug delivery in patients 2. Mobile air-conditioning systems 3. Preparation of industrial lubricants Select the correct answer using the code given below:
UPSC Prelims 2024 Science & Technology
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4038
Consider the following aircraft: 1. Rafael 2. MIG-29 3. Tejas MK-1 How many of the above are considered fifth generation fighter aircraft?
UPSC Prelims 2024 Defence & Security
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4039
Consider the following activities: 1. Identification of narcotics on passengers at airports or in aircraft 2. Monitoring of precipitation 3. Tracking the migration of animals In how many of the above activities can the radars be used?
UPSC Prelims 2024 Science & Technology
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4040
Which one of the following is synthesised in human body that dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow?
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4041
Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Giant stars live much longer than dwarf stars. Statement-II: Compared to dwarf stars, giant stars have a greater rate of nuclear reactions. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
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4042
With reference to radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTGs), consider the following statements: 1. RTGs are miniature fission reactors. 2. RTGs are used for powering the onboard systems of spacecrafts. 3. RTGs can use Plutonium-238, which is a by-product of weapons development. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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4043
With reference to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) rules in India, consider the following statements: 1. CSR rules specify that expenditures that benefit the company directly or its employees will not be considered as CSR activities. 2. CSR rules do not specify minimum spending on CSR activities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
UPSC Prelims 2024 Indian Economy
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4044
With reference to the rule/rules imposed by the Reserve Bank of India while treating foreign banks, consider the following statements: 1. There is no minimum capital requirement for wholly owned banking subsidiaries in India. 2. For wholly owned banking subsidiaries in India, at least 50% of the board members should be Indian nationals. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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4045
Which one of the following words/phrases is most appropriately used to denote "an interoperable network of 3D virtual worlds that can be accessed simultaneously by millions of users, who can exert property rights over virtual items"?
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4046
With reference to physical capital in Indian economy, consider the following pairs: Items : Category 1. Farmer's plough : Working capital 2. Computer : Fixed capital 3. Yarn used by the weaver : Fixed capital 4. Petrol : Working capital How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
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4047
Consider the following materials: 1. Agricultural residues 2. Corn grain 3. Wastewater treatment sludge 4. Wood mill waste Which of the above can be used as feedstock for producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel?
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4048
With reference to the sectors of the Indian economy, consider the following pairs: Economic activity : Sector 1. Storage of agricultural produce : Secondary 2. Dairy farm : Primary 3. Mineral exploration : Tertiary 4. Weaving cloth : Secondary How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
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4049
Consider the following: 1. Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF) 2. Motor vehicles 3. Currency swap Which of the above is/are considered financial instruments?
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4050
In India, which of the following can trade in Corporate Bonds and Government Securities? 1. Insurance Companies 2. Pension Funds 3. Retail Investors Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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