Prelims Mantra (Practice Questions) (01/04/2026)

Question 1 of 5

1. Question

With reference to the Indian Freedom Struggle, consider the following statements regarding Shyamji Krishna Varma:

1. He founded the Indian Home Rule Society and India House in London.

2. He was the first President of the Bombay Arya Samaj and was influenced by Swami Dayanand Saraswati.

3. He published the radical journal The Indian Sociologist to promote nationalist ideas.

4. He was the first Indian to be awarded an M.A. degree from Oxford University.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

a) 1 and 3 only
b) 2 and 4 only
c) 1, 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 2 of 5

2. Question

With reference to Project 17A of the Indian Navy and INS Dunagiri, consider the following statements:

1. INS Dunagiri is an indigenously designed stealth frigate belonging to the Nilgiri-class.

2. The project utilizes a CODOG (Combined Diesel or Gas) propulsion system to drive controllable pitch propellers.

3. Unlike previous classes, Project 17A ships are built with 0% foreign components to achieve absolute Aatmanirbharta.

4. The ship is equipped with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and MRSAM for multi-dimensional combat.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

a) 1 and 4 only
b) 1, 2 and 4 only
c) 2, 3 and 4 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 3 of 5

3. Question

With reference to the declaration of Heatwaves in India, consider the following statements:

I. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is the nodal agency responsible for the official declaration and forecasting of heatwaves.

II. A heatwave is declared for a station in the plains only if the maximum temperature reaches at least 40°C.

III. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) determines the temperature thresholds used to define heatwaves across different geographical regions.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

a) I and II only
b) II and III only
c) I and III only
d) I, II and III

Question 4 of 5

4. Question

Regarding the WTO’s Dispute Settlement Mechanism (DSM) crisis, consider these statements:

1. The crisis stems from the paralysis of the Appellate Body due to blocked member appointments.

2. Appealing a panel report “into the void” prevents it from becoming legally binding.

3. The MPIA (Multi-Party Interim Appeal Arbitration Arrangement) is a permanent replacement for the original system.

4. The United States has raised concerns over “judicial overreach” by the Appellate Body.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1, 2 and 4 only
c) 2, 3 and 4 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 5 of 5

5. Question

With reference to the classification of forest fires, consider the following statements regarding Ground Fires:

1. They are characterized by the combustion of organic matter beneath the surface litter.

2. Unlike surface fires, they can smoulder for weeks or months with little to no flame.

3. They are primarily responsible for the rapid destruction of the upper tree canopy.

4. They typically occur in areas with deep accumulation of peat or heavy duff.

How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

a) Only one
b) Only two
c) Only three
d) All four

Prelims Mantra (Practice Questions) (01/04/2026)