UPSC CSE Prelims · 2011
UPSC Prelims 2011 — Solved Previous Year Questions (PYQs) with Answers
All 79 solved UPSC (IAS) Prelims 2011 previous year questions, subject-wise, each with the correct answer and a detailed explanation. Click any question for its full solution.
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⚖️ Polity & Governance
- Karl Marx explained the process of class struggle with the help of which one of the following theories?
- In India, if a religious sect/community is given the status of a national minority, what special advantages is…
- The authorization for the withdrawal of funds from the Consolidated Fund of India must come from:
- All revenues received by the Union Government by way of taxes and other receipts for the conduct of Government…
- When the annual Union Budget is not passed by the Lok Sabha:
- What is the difference between “vote-on-account” and “interim budget”? 1. The provision of a “vote-on-account”…
- The Constitution (Seventy-Third Amendment) Act, 1992, which aims at promoting the Panchayati Raj Institutions …
- Consider the following statements: In India, a Metropolitan Planning Committee 1. Is constituted under the pro…
- India is home to lakhs of persons with disabilities. What are the benefits available to them under the law? 1.…
🏛️ History & Art-Culture
- The Jain philosophy holds that the world is created and maintained by:
- Regarding the Indus valley civilization, consider the following statements: 1. It was predominantly a secular …
- The "dharma" and "rita" depict a central idea of ancient Vedic civilization of India. In this context, conside…
- Which amongst the following provided a common factor for tribal insurrection in India in the 19th century?
- What was the reason for Mahatma Gandhi to orga- nise a satyagraha on behalf of the peasants of Kheda? 1. The A…
- With reference to the period of Indian freedom struggle, which of the following was/were recommended by the Ne…
- Which one of the following observations is not true about the Quit India Movement of 1942?
- With reference to Indian freedom struggle, Usha Mehta is well-known for:
- What was the purpose for which Sir William Wedderburn and W.S. Caine had set up the Indian Parliamentary Commi…
- With reference to the period of colonial rule in India, “Home Charges” formed an important part of the drain o…
🌍 Geography
- Westerlies in the southern hemisphere are stronger and persistent than in the northern hemisphere. Why? 1. Sou…
- What could be the main reason/reasons for the formation of the African and Eurasian desert belt? 1. It is loca…
- The jet aircraft fly very easily and smoothly in the lower stratosphere. What could be the appropriate explana…
- The 2004 Tsunami made people realize that mangroves can serve as a reliable safety hedge against coastal calam…
- La Nina is suspected to have caused recent floods in Australia. How is La Nina different from El Nino? 1. La N…
- Among the following States, which one has the most suitable climatic conditions for the cultivation of a large…
- A state in India has the following characteristics: 1. Its northern part is arid and semi-arid. 2. Its central…
- Two important rivers- one with its source in Jharkhand (and known by a different name in Odisha), and another,…
- Between India and East Asia, the navigation-time and distance can be greatly reduced by which of the following…
📈 Economy
- Why is the Government of India disinvesting its equity in the Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs)? 1. Th…
- With what purpose is the Government of India promoting the concept of “Mega Food Parks”? 1. To provide good in…
- In India, which of the following have the highest share in the disbursement of credit to agriculture and allie…
- Which of the following can aid in furthering the Government’s objective of inclusive growth? 1. Promoting Self…
- Microfinance is the provision of financial services to people of low-income groups. This includes both the con…
- In terms of economy, the visit by foreign nationals to witness the XIX common Wealth Games in India amounted t…
- Consider the following actions which the government can take: 1. Devaluing the domestic currency. 2. Reduction…
- With reference to “Aam Admi Bima Yojana”, consider the following statements: 1. The member insured under the s…
- India is regarded as a country with a “Demographic Dividend”. This is due to:
- A “closed economy” is an economy in which:
- With what purpose the Government of India is promoting the concept of “Mega Food Parks”? (2011) 1. To provide …
🌱 Environment & Ecology
- In the context of ecosystem productivity, marine upwelling zones are important as they increase marine product…
- If a tropical rainforest is removed, it does not regenerate quickly as compared to a tropical deciduous forest…
- The “Red Data Books” published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resource (IUC…
- Which one of the following is not a site for the in-situ method of conservation of flora?
- Three of the following criteria have contributed to the recognition of Western Ghats-Sri Lanka and Indo- Burma…
- Consider the following statements: 1. Biodiversity is normally greater in the lower latitudes as compared to t…
- Biodiversity forms the basis for human existence in the following ways: 1. Soil formation 2. Prevention of soi…
- The Himalayan Range is very rich in species diversity. Which one among the following is the most appropriate r…
- With reference to micro-irrigation, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Fertilizer/nutrient l…
- There is a concern over the increase in harmful algal blooms in the seawaters of India. What could be the caus…
- Human activities in the recent past have caused the increased concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmospher…
- Consider the following: 1. Carbon dioxide 2. Oxides of Nitrogen 3. Oxides of Sulphur Which of the above is/are…
- The formation of ozone hole in the Antarctic region has been a cause of concern. What could be the reason for …
- With reference to India, consider the following Central Acts: 1. Import and Export (Control) Act, 1947 2. Mini…
- A sandy and saline area is the natural habitat of an Indian animal species. The animal has no predators in tha…
- The formation of ozone holes in the Antarctic region has been a cause of concern. What could be the reason for…
🔬 Science & Technology
- At present, scientists can determine the arrangement or relative positions of genes of DNA sequences on a chro…
- Regular intake of fresh fruits and vegetables is recommended in the diet since they are a good source of antio…
- An artificial satellite orbiting around the Earth does not fall down. This is so because the attraction of Ear…
- Which is the difference between asteroids and comets? 1. Asteroids are small rocky planetoids, while comets ar…
- Satellites used for telecommunication relay are kept in a geostationary orbit. A satellite is said to be in su…
- Microbial fuel cells are considered a source of sustainable energy. Why? 1. They use living organisms as catal…
- The function of heavy water in a nuclear reactor is to
- A company marketing food products advertises that its items do not contain trans fats. What does this campaign…
- What is the difference between a CFL and an LED lamp? 1. To produce light, a CFL uses mercury vapour and phosp…
- Aspartame is an artificial sweetener sold in the market. It consists of amino acids and provides calories like…
- Recently, “oilzapper” was in the news. What is it?
- A married couple adopted a male child. A few years later, twin boys were born to them. The blood group of the …
- A new optical disc format known as the Blu- ray Disc (BD) is becoming popular. In what way is it different fro…
- When the bark of a tree is removed in a circular fashion all around near its base, it gradually dries up and d…
- A layer in the Earth’s atmosphere called Ionosphere facilitates radio communication. Why? 1. The presence of o…
- A genetically engineered form of brinjal, known as the Bt-brinjal, has been developed. The objective of this i…
- Consider the following: 1. Photosynthesis 2. Respiration 3. Decay of organic matter 4. Volcanic action Which o…
🗞️ Current Affairs
- The “New START” treaty was in the news. What is this treaty?
- Southeast Asia has captivated the attention of global community over space and time as a geostrategically sign…
- With reference to “Look East Policy” of India, consider the following statements: 1. India wants to establish …
- Recently, the USA decided to support India’s memb- ership in multi-lateral export control regimes called the “…
- In the context of global oil prices, “Brent crude oil” is frequently referred to in the news. What does this t…
- Among the following who are eligible to benefit from the “Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee A…
- In the Union Budget 2011-12, a full exemption from the basic customs duty was extended to the bio-based asphal…
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