🧠 Daily UPSC Mock Test – 02 august 2025
Welcome aspirants! This is your Daily Practice Quiz consisting of 30 high-quality questions to strengthen your UPSC Prelims preparation.
- 📘 Subjects: Polity, Economy, History, Environment, S&T, Current Affairs
- ⏱️ Time Limit: 30 Minutes
- 📝 Difficulty Level: UPSC Prelims Standard
💡 Tip: Read all options carefully, eliminate smartly, and revise your mistakes from the explanations.
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Which of the pairs are correctly matched?
Consider the following pairs:
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Dronacharya Award – Sports Coaching
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Arjuna Award – Excellence in Research
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Khel Ratna – Lifetime achievement in sports
#1. Choose Correct Answer
#2. Parametric insurance has been promoted in India primarily for:
In India, parametric insurance is mainly used in agriculture to provide quick payouts during weather-related crop losses, helping reduce the government’s subsidy burden under traditional crop insurance schemes.
#3. If the RBI increases the repo rate, what is the most likely impact on the Indian economy?
Answer: 3. Loans become costlier
Explanation:
Repo rate is the rate at which RBI lends to banks. An increase in repo means higher interest rates, making loans costlier, thereby reducing inflation.
#4. The Aadi Thiruvathirai festival is celebrated in honor of:
Aadi Thiruvathirai is celebrated in Tamil Nadu to honor Rajaraja Chola I, the great Chola ruler who built the Brihadeshwara Temple and expanded the Chola Empire. The festival marks his contributions to art, architecture, and administration.
#5. What role do Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) play in GLOF preparedness?
Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) help in GLOF preparedness by tracking temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sometimes water levels, which are key indicators of glacial lake stability and potential flood risks.
#6. Which Southeast Asian empire was targeted by Rajendra Chola I’s naval expeditions?
Rajendra Chola I launched successful naval expeditions against the Srivijaya Empire (located in present-day Indonesia and Malaysia), showcasing the Cholas’ maritime strength and expanding their influence in Southeast Asia.
#7. The recently launched ‘PM-PRANAM’ scheme is aimed at:
Answer: 2. Promoting use of bio-fertilizers and reducing chemical fertilizers
Explanation:
PM-PRANAM (Promotion of Alternate Nutrients for Agriculture Management Yojana) encourages states to reduce chemical fertilizer use and promote bio-inputs.
#8. Which of the following correctly describes ‘Fiscal Drag’?
Correct Answer: 2
Explanation:
Fiscal drag happens when inflation increases people’s nominal income, pushing them into higher tax brackets, even if their real income hasn’t changed. As a result, tax revenues rise without a corresponding increase in purchasing power, reducing aggregate demand.
#9. Which of the following is a biofortified crop recently promoted by ICAR?
Answer: 2. Golden Rice
Explanation:
Golden Rice is genetically modified to contain beta-carotene (Vitamin A) and is a biofortified crop promoted to fight malnutrition.
#10. What is the architectural style of Brihadeshwara Temple?
The Brihadeshwara Temple is built in the Dravidian architectural style, characterized by pyramidal towers (vimanas), large gopurams, and intricate carvings, typical of South Indian temple architecture.
#11. Which of the following Directive Principles was added by the 42nd Amendment Act?
Answer: 3. Free legal aid to the poor
Explanation:
The 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 added Article 39A to promote equal justice and free legal aid for economically weaker sections.
#12. The Rs. 100 commemorative coin released in 2023 was issued in honour of:
In 2023, the Government of India released a ₹100 commemorative coin in honor of Rajaraja Chola I, recognizing his extraordinary contributions to temple architecture, administration, and South Indian cultural heritage — especially the construction of the Brihadeshwara Temple in Thanjavur.
#13. Which of the following correctly explains the difference between El Niño and La Niña?
Correct Answer: A.
El Niño = warming of eastern Pacific
La Niña = cooling of eastern Pacific
Which of these are part of the basic structure of the Indian Constitution?
Consider the following features:
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Collective Responsibility
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Bicameral Legislature
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Independent Judiciary
#14. Choose Correct Answer
Collective responsibility (of the Council of Ministers to the Lok Sabha) and an independent judiciary have been upheld by the Supreme Court as part of the basic structure of the Constitution, meaning they cannot be altered even by a constitutional amendment. However, a bicameral legislature (two Houses of Parliament) is not considered part of the basic structure and can be changed (e.g., some Indian states have unicameral legislatures).
#15. Which agency in India is primarily responsible for managing and reducing risks from GLOF events?
The NDMA is the main agency in India that plans and coordinates efforts to reduce risks from GLOF events, including early warning systems, risk mapping, and disaster preparedness in vulnerable regions like the Himalayas.
#16. Who was the founder of the Imperial Chola dynasty in the 9th century CE?
Vijayalaya Chola founded the Imperial Chola dynasty in the 9th century CE by capturing Thanjavur, marking the revival of Chola power in South India.
#17. Parametric insurance is most helpful for:
Parametric insurance provides quick and fixed payouts based on measurable triggers (like drought, flood, or cyclone), making it ideal for climate-related disasters where speed and predictability are crucial.
Which of the following statements about the Ramsar Convention is/are correct?
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It is an international treaty for the conservation of oceans.
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Montreux Record is a part of this convention.
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India has more than 75 Ramsar sites as of 2025.
#18. Choose Correct Answer
Correct Answer: 2 and 3 only
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Statement 1 is wrong – Ramsar Convention is for wetlands, not oceans.
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Statement 2 is correct – Montreux Record is part of Ramsar.
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Statement 3 is correct – India has 75+ Ramsar sites as of 2025.
#19. Which of the following Constitutional Amendments is known for inserting the words ‘Socialist’ and ‘Secular’ in the Preamble?
The 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976 added the words ‘Socialist’ and ‘Secular’ to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution during the Emergency period under Indira Gandhi’s government.
#20. What is the primary cause of a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF)?
A Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) happens when a natural dam (made of ice or loose rock) that holds a glacial lake suddenly bursts, releasing a large amount of water and causing floods downstream.
#21. The ‘Blue Flag’ certification is related to:
Answer: 2. Pollution-free beaches
Explanation:
Blue Flag is an international eco-label awarded to clean and environment-friendly beaches that meet 33 criteria.
#22. Which Chola king built the Brihadeshwara Temple in Thanjavur?
Rajaraja Chola I built the magnificent Brihadeshwara Temple at Thanjavur in the 11th century CE. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a masterpiece of Chola architecture.
#23. Which of the following best explains ‘Parliamentary Privileges’?
Answer: 3. Special rights and immunities for performing legislative duties
Explanation:
Parliamentary Privileges are special powers and immunities for MPs/MLAs to speak and act freely in the House without fear of legal action.
#24. The term ‘SWIFT’ recently seen in news, is related to:
SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication) is a secure messaging network used by banks and financial institutions globally to send and receive payment instructions. It is crucial for international trade and finance.
#25. Which of the following Acts was passed after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre and was condemned by nationalists as ‘draconian’?
The Rowlatt Act (1919) was passed after the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. It allowed the British to arrest Indians without trial, leading to widespread protests. Nationalists called it “draconian”, and Gandhi launched the Non-Cooperation Movement in response.
Other options:
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Arms Act (1878) – Restricted Indians from owning weapons.
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Ilbert Bill (1883) – Proposed Indian judges could try Europeans (failed).
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Pitt’s India Act (1784) – Strengthened British control over the East India Company.
#26. Which of the following Indian regions is most vulnerable to GLOF events?
The Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) has many glaciers and glacial lakes, making it the most vulnerable to Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) due to melting ice and unstable natural dams.
#27. Why was 7th August chosen as National Handloom Day?
7th August was chosen as National Handloom Day because it marks the launch of the Swadeshi Movement in 1905, which aimed to promote Indian-made goods, especially handloom products, as a symbol of self-reliance and resistance against British rule.
#28. Which of the following countries is NOT crossed by the Equator?
Answer: 4. Mexico
Explanation:
Equator passes through 13 countries, including Ecuador, Kenya, and Indonesia — but not Mexico, which is in the Northern Hemisphere.
#29. The term ‘Hawkish stance’ is often seen in monetary policy discussions. It refers to:
Correct Answer: 3
Hawkish stance = Favoring high interest rates to curb inflation.
#30. Which of the following powers can be exercised by a Governor at his/her own discretion?
Answer: 1. Appointment of Chief Minister
Explanation:
In case of hung assembly, the Governor can use discretion to appoint a CM who is likely to command majority. Other actions require aid and advice.