UPSC Prelims Paper-1 2016 Prelims Paper-1 Questions Analysis

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UPSC Prelims held on august 7th 2016, analyzing the paper, around 40 questions are focused on GK and current affairs,

With reference to ‘stand up India scheme’ which of the following statement is/are correct? 1.     Its purpose is to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST and women entrepreneurs 2.     It provides for refinance through SIDBI. 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

Correct Answer: C

The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative? 1.     To provide modern technology, training in modern farming methods      and financial support to local communities of identified   GIAHS so as to  greatly enhance their agricultural productivity 2.     To identify and safeguard eco-friendly traditional farm practices and their associated landscapers, agricultural biodiversity and    knowledge systems of the local communities 3.     To provide Geographical Indication status to all the varieties of agricultural produce in such identified GIAHS Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 and 3 only (b) 2 only (C) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: B

Which of the following is/are tributary/tributaries of Brahmaputra? 1.     Dibang 2.     Kameng 3.     Lohit Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: D Justification: http://www.india-wris.nrsc.gov.in/wrpinfo/index.php?title=Brahmaputra