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UPSC Previous Year Questions: CSP 2021

One cannot place less emphasis on the fact as to how important it is to solve questions asked by UPSC Previously. In fact, UPSC tends to repeat from its own stock, verbatim. 

This thread, shall be solely dedicated for posting questions asked in CSP & CAPF.

I shall be posting questions here on a daily basis. Urge you all to answer these in all seriousness. Shoot doubts if you have any, wrt solving any question. 

Remember the idea is to solve them, again. Reading questions and solutions is NOT sufficient. 

Cheers!

@Neyawn @root


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@Upsc_2020 u r my coach ...why r u not posting questions regularly??...I hv to be failproof smart n alert till 25 may in choosing what to read n what not to read.

Yup, at it, Meanwhile, while we practice prev year qs here, you should also refer to 10k questions thread. 

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71. Consider the following statements regarding the Chakiarkoothu form of dance:  


1.It is performed by Chakiar caste


2.It cannot be traditionally witnessed by the higher caste Hindus


3.Mizhavu is the accompanying instrument


4.Its theatre form is called koothambalam


Which of these statements are correct?


(a)1, 3 and 4


(b)1, 2 and 3


(c)2, 3 and 4


(d)1, 2 and 4

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72. With reference to Indian history, who among the following is a future Buddha, yet to come to save the world?  


(a)Avalokitesvara


(b)Lokesvara


(c)Maitreya


(d)Padmapani

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73. With reference to soil conservation, consider the following practices: 

  1. Crop rotation
  2. Sand fences
  3. Terracing
  4. Wind breaks

Which of the above are considered appropriate methods for soil conservation in India?


(a) 1, 2 and 3 only


(b) 2 and 4 only


(c) 1, 3 and 4 only


(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

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74. With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements : 


1.A high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water holding capacity.


2.Soil does not play any role in the Sulphur cycle.


3.Irrigation over a period of time can contribute to the salinization of some agricultural lands.


Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?


(a)1 and 2 only


(b)3 only


(c)1 and 3 only


d) 1, 2 and 3

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75. Volcanic eruptions do not occur in : 


(a)Baltic Sea


(b)Black Sea


(c) Caribbean Sea


(d) Caspian Sea

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68. In the context of Indian economy, consider the following pairs: 


      Term                                        Most Appropriate description


1. Melt down                                     Fall in stock prices


2. Recession                                       Fall in growth rate


3. Slow down                                     Fall in GDP


Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? 


a) 1 only


b) 2 and 3 only


c) 1 and 3 only


d) 1,2 and 3

I had option D in mind,as recession is defined by negative growth rate for two consecutive quarters,i.e.fall in growth rate.

could you please clear my confusion?

Because slowdown is not a fall in GDP. It is option 3 which is wrong, thus you are left with 1 & 2 - which is not an option. So the most appropriate answer is 1 only. 

Recession - you are right. 

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71a

72c

73d

74b

75a

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Maitreya buddha question I did correct in 2017 due to random search or wiki during last 10 days before exam during breaks/free time.!!.does that mean to continue with such random searches till exam comprising books revision?

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Maitreya buddha question I did correct in 2017 due to random search or wiki during last 10 days before exam...does that mean to continue with such random searches till exam comprising books revision?

I would suggestnotto devote a large part of your day to random searches. Because there's no end it. You must be having a schedule right ? Whenever you're on forum, do the surfing, refer to Factoids thread etc. All that will stay with you and help you eliminate options. 

It's essential to be thorough with basics because the serious candidates do not go wrong there. 

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71a

72c

73d

74b

75a

@samudragupt You want to take a shot ?

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Aap 10000 initiative me expected selective question dalte hain?

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Aap 10000 initiative me expected selective question dalte hain?

Expected ka to nai pata, just more revision. Solving more and more helps. 

singhpradyumna125831,
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71a

72c

73d

74b

75a


72 C

73 D

74 B

75 A

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76. In the Parliament of India, the purpose of an adjournment motion is

a) to allow a discussion on a definite matter of urgent public importance.

b) to let opposition members collect information from the ministers.

c) to allow a reduction of specific amount in demand for grant.

d) to postpone the proceedings to check the inappropriate or violent behaviour on the part of

some members.

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77. Consider the following statements:

1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.

2. It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the election disputes.

3. According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3

d) None

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78. 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. Fifth Schedule

4. Sixth Schedule

5. Seventh Schedule

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3, 4 and 5 only

(c) 1, 2 and 5 only

(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5


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

(a) the Budget is modified and presented again.

(b) the Budget is referred to the Rajya Sabha for suggestions.

(c) the Union Finance Minister is asked to resign.

(d) the Prime Minister submits the resignation of Council of Ministers.

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