UPSC Previous Year Questions: CSP 2021

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233. Which of the following statements about tropical cyclone are correct?

1. It originates and develops over warm oceanic surface.

2. Presence of Coriolis force is necessary for it.

3. It occurs in middle latitudinal region.

4. It develops “eye” with calm and descending air condition.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 1, 2 and 4

(c) 3 and 4 only

(d) 2, 3 and 4

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239. Which of the following statements about Bodhisattas is/are correct?

1. They were perceived as deeply compassionate beings who accumulated merit through their Efforts.

2. They made attempt to attain Nibbana.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

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238. Which of the following statements about Jainism is/are correct?

1. The most important idea in Jainism is that the entire world is animated, even stones, rocks and water have life.

2. Asceticism and penance are required to free oneself from the cycle of Karma

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) I only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2