UPSC Prelims 2013–2026 — Indian Economy

Q1. While a chip-pin debit card has four factors of authentication, BHIM app has only two factors of authentication. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q2. NPCI has launched RuPay, a card payment scheme. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q3. It is a detailed procedure by which a bank with huge non- performing assets is taken over by another bank. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q4. Online payments can be sent without either side knowing the identity of the other. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q5. It is freely convertible against commercial bank money and cash. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q6. They can be traded or exchanged at equivalency and therefore can be used as a medium of commercial transactions. Which of the statements given above are correct ?

Q7. Applications that depend on basic features of blockchain can be developed without anybody’s permission. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q8. Which one of the following links all the ATMs in India? (2018)

Q9. A digital currency can be distributed with a condition programmed into it such as time-frame for spending it. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q10. Brickwork Ratings is an Indian credit rating agency. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q11. If interest rates in the USA or European Union were to fall, that is likely to induce RBI to buy dollars. Which of the statements given above are correct ?

Q12. In India, which one of the following is responsible for maintaining price stability by controlling inflation ? (2022)

Q13. Lending to governments to finance budgetary deficits Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q14. Printing and distributing currency notes Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q15. Operating hours for RTGS are restricted on certain days while this is not true for NEFT. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q16. Which one of the following activities of the Reserve Bank of India is considered to be part of 'sterilization? (2023)

Q17. Stock Market How many of the above are included in capital markets?

Q18. Inflation and short-term interest rates Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q19. They were brought under the purview of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 through an Amendment in 1966. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q20. One of the most important functions of DCCBs is to provide funds to the Primary Agricultural Credit Societies. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q21. If you withdraw Rs. 1,00,000 in cash from your Demand Deposit Account at your bank, the immediate effect on aggregate money supply in the economy will be (2020)

Q22. Cut the Bank Rate and Repo Rate Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q23. Which of the following is not included in the assets of a commercial bank in India? (2019)

Q24. The money multiplier in an economy increases with which one of the following? (2019)

Q25. Goa became a part of independent Indi(a) Which of the following is the correct chronological sequence of the above events?

Q26. It functions under the chairmanship of the Union Finance Minister. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q27. To encourage young entrepreneurs to set up business particularly in rural areas. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q28. These guidelines help ensure the availability of bank credit at interest rates which are fair to the borrowers as well as the banks. Select the correct answers using the code given below:

Q29. Payment Banks cannot undertake lending activities. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q30. When the Reserve Bank of India reduces the Statutory Liquidity by 50 basis points, which of the following is likely to happen? (2015)

Q31. Public revenue Which of the above is/are component/components of Monetary Policy?

Q32. Which reference to inflation in India, which of the following statements is correct? (2015)

Q33. The terms ‘Marginal Standing Facility Rate’ and ‘Net Demand and Time Liabilities’ sometimes appearing in news, are used in relation to: (2014)

Q34. If the interest rate is decreased in an economy, it will (2014)

Q35. To force the banks to have sufficient vault cash to meet their day-to-day requirements. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q36. It enables the beneficiaries in the rural areas to make deposits and withdrawals. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q37. Supply of money remaining the same when there is an increase in demand for money, there will be (2013)

Q38. Currency The correct sequence of these assets in the decreasing order of liquidity is 212 1B1: Bank Classification

Q39. Priority Sector Lending by banks in India constitutes the lending to: (2013)

Q40. In the context of Indian economy, ‘Open Market Operations’ refers to: (2013)

Q41. An increase in the Bank Rate generally indicates that the (2013)

Q42. winding-up of banks Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q43. Land Development Banks. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q44. What was the purpose of the Inter-Creditor Agreement signed by Indian banks and financial institutions recently? [2019]

Q45. The Chairman of public sector banks are selected by the: (2019)

Q46. To put the public sector banks in order, the merger of associate banks with the parent State Bank of India has been affected. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q47. CAR is decided by each individual bank. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q48. Which of the following statements best describes the term ‘Scheme for Sustainable Structuring of Stressed Assets (S4A)’, recently seen in the news? (2017)

Q49. In India, a company submitting a BRSR makes disclosures in the report that are largely non-financial in nature. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q50. BBB helps the Public Sector Banks in developing strategies and capital raising plans. Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Q51. The Governor of the RBI draws his power from the RBI Act. Which of the above statements are correct?

Q52. The higher a borrowing firm’s level of Interest Coverage Ratio, the worse is its ability to service its debt. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q53. ‘Basel III Accord’ or simply ‘Basel III’, often seen in the news, seeks to: (2015)

Q54. Venture Capital How many of the above are treated as Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)?

Q55. Consider the following statements: (2025) Statement I:As regards returns from an investment in a company, generally, bondholders are considered to be at relatively lower risk than stockholders. Statement II:Bondholders are lenders to a company, whereas stockholders are its owners. Statement III:For repayment purposes, bondholders are prioritized over stockholders by a company. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q56. Consider the following statements: (2025) I. India accounts for a very large portion of all equity option contracts traded globally, thus exhibiting a great boom. II. India’s stock market has grown rapidly in the recent past, even overtaking Hong Kong’s at some point of time. III. There is no regulatory body either to warn small investors about the risks of options trading or to act on unregistered financial advisors in this regard. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q57. In India, Stock Exchanges can offer separate trading platforms for debts. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q58. With reference to the Indian economy, “Collateral Borrowing and Lending Obligations” are the instruments of: (2024)

Q59. In the context of finance, the term ‘beta’ refers to (2023)

Q60. The interest received as well as capital gains on IIBs are not taxable. Which of the statements given above are correct ?

Q61. The option to convert to equity affords the bondholder a degree of indexation to rising consumer prices. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

Q62. The ‘Central Depository Services Ltd.’ is jointly promoted by 1C: Sharemarket, Companies Act 4 220 1C: Sharemarket, Companies Act the Reserve Bank of India and the Bombay Stock Exchange. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q63. Treasury Bills Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q64. Which of the following phrases defines the nature of the ‘Hundi’ generally referred to in the sources of the post-Harsha period? [2020]

Q65. ‘Zero-Coupon Bonds’ are the interest-bearing short-term bonds issued by the Scheduled Commercial Banks to corporations. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q66. Which of the following is issued by registered foreign portfolio investors to overseas investors who want to be part of the Indian stock market without registering themselves directly? (2019)

Q67. Treasury bills are issued at a discount from the par value. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q68. They are the rupee-denominated bonds and are a source of debt financing for the public and private sectors. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q69. It monitors macroprudential supervision of the economy. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q70. What does venture capital mean? (2014)

Q71. Bangladesh How many of the above countries, excluding India, currently accept international merchant payments via UPI?

Q72. Retail Investors Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q73. The Regional Rural Banks and Scheduled Commercial Banks support SHGs. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q74. Construction of family house and setting up of village cold storage facility Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q75. Cost of defence in the Court of Law if any third party files a suit Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Q76. The Service Area Approach was implemented under the purview of: (2019)

Q77. Same amount of pension is guaranteed for the spouse for life after subscriber’s death. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q78. Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana is aimed at [2016]

Q79. This scheme covers post-harvest losses arising out of cyclones and unseasonal rains. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1D1: Insurance, Pension, Financial inclusion 5 225 1D1: Insurance, Pension, Financial inclusion

Q80. Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana has been launched for (2015)

Q81. Consider the following statements: (2025) Statement I: Income from agricultural activities in cities like poultry, allied farming, and wool rearing in rural areas is exempted from any tax. Statement II: In India, rural agricultural land is not considered a capital asset under the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q82. Consider the following statements: (2025) I. Capital receipts create a liability or cause a reduction in the assets of the Government. II. Borrowings and disinvestment are capital receipts. III. Interest received on loans creates a liability of the Government. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q83. Primary deficit is ₹4,000 crores. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q84. A country’s fiscal deficit stands at ₹50,000 crores. It is receiving ₹10,000 crores through non-debt creating capital receipts. The country’s interest liabilities are ₹1,500 crores. What is the gross primary deficit? (2025)

Q85. Non-resident entities that offer advertisement services in India can claim a tax credit in their home country under the "Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements". Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q86. The Rajya Sabha cannot discuss the Annual Financial Statement. Which of the statements given above is / are correct?

Q87. All the disbursements made from Public Account also need Authorization from the Parliament of India. Which of the following statements given above is/are correct?

Q88. Newspapers containing advertising material Which of the above items is/are exempted under GST (Good and Services Tax)?

Q89. It will enormously increase the growth and size of the economy of India and will enable it to overtake China in the near future. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q90. The sales tax you pay while purchasing a toothpaste is: (2014)

Q91. Which one of the following situations best reflects “Indirect Transfers” often talked about in the media recently with reference to India ? (2022)

Q92. Which one of the following effects of creation of black money in India has been the main cause of worry to the Government of India? (2021)

Q93. NITI Aayog Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q94. The Act provides for three authorities for investigations but does not provide for any appellate mechanism. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q95. With reference to the Government of India, consider the following information: (2025) Organization Some of its functions It works under I. Directorate of Enforcement Enforcement of the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, 2018 Internal Security Division-I, Ministry of Home Affairs II. Directorate of Revenue Intelligence Enforces the Provisions of the Customs Act, 1962 Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance III. Directorate General of Systems and Data Management Carrying out big data analytics to assist tax officers for better policy and nabbing tax evaders Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance In how many of the above rows is the information correctly matched?

Q96. Which of the following statements with regard to recommendations of the 15th Finance Commission of India are correct? (2025) I. It has recommended grants of ₹ 4,800 crores from the year 2022-23 to the year 2025-26 for incentivizing States to enhance educational outcomes. II. 45% of the net proceeds of Union taxes are to be shared with States. III. ₹ 45,000 crores are to be kept as performance-based incentive for all States for carrying out agricultural reforms. IV. It reintroduced tax effort criteria to reward fiscal performance. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q97. Tax and fiscal efforts For the horizontal tax devolution, the Fifteenth Finance Commission used how many of the above as criteria other than population area and income distance?

Q98. improves the trade balance Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Q99. Non-resident external deposits Which of the above can be included in Foreign Direct Investments?

Q100. Along with the Budget, the Finance Minister also places other documents before the Parliament which include ‘The Macro Economic Framework Statement’. The aforesaid document is presented because this is mandated by [2020]

Q101. In the last five years, Nepal has been the largest trading partner of India in South Asia. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q102. Mailing list of clients How many of the above are considered intangible investments?

Q103. Dated securities issued at market-related rates in auctions form a large component of internal debt. Which of the above statements is/are correct ?

Q104. Debt financing is considered capital expenditure, while equity financing is considered revenue expenditure. Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Q105. An increasing trend in domestic inflation relative to inflation in other countries is likely to cause an increasing divergence between NEER and REER. Which of the above statements are correct ?

Q106. Term ‘West Texas Intermediate’, sometimes found in news, refers to a grade of_ _ (Prelims-2020)

Q107. With reference to Foreign Direct Investment in India, which one of the following is considered its major characteristic? (2020)

Q108. “Gld Tranche” (Reserve Tranche) refers to (2020)

Q109. Maintaining full capital account convertibility Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q110. Among the following, which one is the largest exporter of rice in the world in the last five years? (2019)

Q111. Among the agricultural commodities imported by India, which one of the following accounts for the highest imports in terms of value in the last five years? (2019)

Q112. All of India’s external debt is denominated in US dollars. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q113. Remittances from Indians abroad. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q114. Which one of the following is not the most likely measure the Government/RBI takes to stop the slide of the Indian rupee? (2019)

Q115. In terms of PPP dollars, India is the sixth largest economy in the world. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q116. The Government does not impose any customs duty on all the imported edible oils as a special case. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q117. As per the Constitution of India, it is mandatory for a State to take the Central Government's consent for raising any loan if the former owes any outstanding liabilities to the latter. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q118. The problem of international liquidity is related to the non- availability of: (2015)

Q119. Convertibility of rupee implies: (2015)

Q120. Expanding industries Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q121. It has made recommendations concerning sector-specific grants. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q122. Subsidies Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q123. The fiscal deficit as a per cent of GDP of India has steadily increased in the last decade. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q124. Loans and advances granted to the States and Union Territories. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q125. Reducing import duty Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q126. To reduce Indian’s dependence on gold imports Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q127. Recently, which one of the following currencies has been proposed to be added to the basket of IMF’s SDR? (2016)

Q128. Which of the following best describes the term ‘import cover’, sometimes seen in the news? (2016) (a) It is the ratio of value of imports to the Gross Domestic Product of a country. (b) It is the total value of imports of a country in a year. 237 3A: BoP, CAD Currency Exchange Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q129. The Balance of Payments of a country is a systematic record of (2013)

Q130. Portfolio Investment Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q131. Which one of the following groups of items is included in India’s foreign – exchange reserves? (2013)

Q132. Consider the following statements: (2025) I. India has joined the Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) as a member. II. India is a resource-rich country in all the 30 critical minerals that MSP has identified. III. The Parliament in 2023 has amended the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, empowering the Central Government to exclusively auction mining leases and composite licenses for certain critical minerals. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q133. It was established to help Europe rebuild after World War II. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q134. Consider the following statements: (2024) Statement-I: Recently, Venezuela has achieved a rapid recovery from its economic crisis and succeeded in preventing its people from fleeing/emigrating to other countries. Statement-II: Venezuela has the world’s largest oil reserves. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q135. A country needs to be a member of the International Grains Council for exporting or importing rice and wheat. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q136. “Rapid Financing Instrument” and “Rapid Credit Facility” are related to the provisions of lending by which one of the following? (2022)

Q137. AIIB does not have any members from outside Asia. Codes:

Q138. They are not concerned with the regulation of foreign investment. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q139. In which one of the following groups are all the four countries members of G20 ? [2020]

Q140. USA Which of the above are among the 'free-trade partners' of ASEAN ?

Q141. India enacted the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 in order to comply with the obligations to (2018)

Q142. The term 'Digital Single Market Strategy' seen in the news refers to [2017]

Q143. TFA came into force in January 2016. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q144. The headquarters of New Development Bank is in Shanghai. Answer Codes:

Q145. The World Bank participates as an observer in IMFC’s meetings. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q146. ‘Global Financial Stability Report’ is prepared by the [2016]

Q147. In the context of which of the following do you sometimes find the terms amber box, blue box, and green box in the news? (2016)

Q148. The terms 'Agreement on Agriculture', 'Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures' and 'Peace Clause' appear in the news frequently in the context of the affairs of the [2015]

Q149. Which of the following organizations brings out the publication known as ‘World Economic Outlook’? (2014)

Q150. Consider the following statements: (2025) Statement I: Circular economy reduces the emissions of greenhouse gases. Statement II: Circular economy reduces the use of raw materials as inputs. Statement III: Circular economy reduces wastage in the production process. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q151. It was initiated to promote indigenous cattle and buffalo rearing and conservation in scientific and holistic manner. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q152. Weaving cloth: Secondary How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

Q153. Which of the following countries are well known as the two largest cocoa producers in the world? (2024)

Q154. Which one of the following best describes the concept of 'Small Farmer Large Field? (2023)

Q155. Some tribal people in India use niger seed oil for cooking. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q156. It aims to enable the poor people to meet their water needs without depending on subsidies. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q157. The economic cost of food grains to the Food Corporation of India is Minimum Support Price and bonus (if any) paid to the farmers plus: (2019)

Q158. Sikkim has become India's first fully organic State. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q159. In Kerala, a little over 60 percent of agricultural households reported to have received maximum income from sources other than agricultural activities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q160. Turmeric The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has announced the Minimum Support Price for which of the above?

Q161. It is a pan-India electronic trading portal for agricultural commodities. Codes:

Q162. Sulphur, which is a raw material for phosphoric acid fertiliser, is a by-product of oil refineries. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q163. In the case of cereals and pulses, the MSP is fixed in any State/ UT at a level to which the market price will never rise. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q164. Consumer subsidies Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q165. Setting up of cold storage facilities by the government. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q166. Which one of the following best describes the main objective of ‘Seed Village Concept? (2015)

Q167. The substitution of steel for wooden ploughs in agricultural production is an example of (2015)

Q168. In India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the (2015)

Q169. The Fair and Remunerative Price of Sugarcane is approved by the (2015)

Q170. It provides the farmers' access to a nationwide market, with prices commensurate with the quality of their produce. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q171. Why does the Govt promote the use of Neem-coated Urea’ in agriculture? (Prelims-2016)

Q172. Reduction in soil erosion Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q173. The Command Area Development Program was launched in 1974-75 for the development of water-use efficiency. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q174. With reference to India, consider the following pairs: (2025) Organization Union Ministry I. The National Automotive Board Ministry of Commerce and Industry II. The Coir Board Ministry of Heavy Industries III. The National Centre for Trade Information Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

Q175. Currency swap Which of the above is/are considered financial instruments?

Q176. All bank loans to the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises qualify under the priority sector. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q177. In India, which one of the following compiles information on industrial disputes, closures, retrenchments and lay-offs in factories employing workers? (2022)

Q178. The degree to which they can own big sellers on their platforms is limited. Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Q179. Plant Varieties are not eligible to the patented in India. Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?

Q180. Atal innovation mission is set up under the [2019]

Q181. Women with two children get reduced entitlements. Select the correct answer using the code given below

Q182. No notice of termination of employment shall be necessary in the case of temporary workman Which of the following statements given above is/are correct

Q183. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is under the charge of Director General of Health Services in the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? 4B: Sectors- MFG, Services, Ease of Doing Biz, IPR, Startup, MSME 12 250 4B: Sectors- MFG, Services, Ease of Doing Biz, IPR, Startup, MSME

Q184. Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion is the nodal agency for regulating intellectual property rights in India. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Q185. An initiative has been undertaken to transliterate the Records of Rights from local language to any of the languages recognized by the Constitution of India. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q186. For wholly owned banking subsidiaries in India, at least 50% of the board members should be Indian nationals. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q187. CSR rules do not specify minimum spending on CSR activities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q188. Vietnam has the most productive eservice sector in the Indo- Pacific region. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q189. The government can by a notification specify that an establishment or industry shall pay wages only through its bank account. Which of the above statements are correct?

Q190. The growth rate in rural employment decreased. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q191. With reference to land reforms in independent India, which one of the following statements is correct? (2019)

Q192. In the Fifth Five-Year Plan, for the first time, the financial sector was included as an integral part of the Plan. 4C: NITI, Planning Commission, FYP, Unemployment 13 254 4C: NITI, Planning Commission, FYP, Unemployment Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q193. India's foreign exchange reserves increased enormously. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Q194. The main objective of the 12th Five-Year Plan is: (2014)

Q195. The Parliament Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q196. Disguised unemployment generally means: (2013)

Q197. A corporate body issuing Rupee Denominated Bonds overseas Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Q198. Which among the following steps is most likely to be taken at the time of an economic recession? (2021)

Q199. Despite being a high saving economy, capital formation may not result in significant increase in output due to (2018)

Q200. Increase in absolute and per capita real GNP do not connote a higher level of economic development, if (2018)

Q201. Less equitable distribution of national income Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q202. The Gross Domestic Product at market prices (in rupees) has steadily increased in the last decade. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q203. Economic growth in country X will necessarily have to occur if (2013)

Q204. The National Income of a country for a given period is equal to the: (2013)

Q205. Consider the following statements : (2023) Statement-I: In the post-pandemic recent past, many Central Banks worldwide had carried out interest rate hikes. Statement-II : Central Banks generally assume that they have the ability to counteract the rising consumer prices via monetary policy means. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q206. Which one of the following is likely to be the most inflationary in its effects? (2021)

Q207. Rising interest rates Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q208. The Reserve Bank of India has now adopted WPI as its key measure of inflation and to decide on changing the key policy rates. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q209. Which of the following brings out the 'Consumer Price Index Number for Industrial Workers'? [2015]

Q210. In the Index of Eight Core Industries, which one of the following is given the highest weight? (2015)

Q211. an increase in the effective demand Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q212. Which one of the following is likely to be the most inflationary in its effect? (2013)

Q213. Inflation benefits the bondholders. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q214. In India, deficit financing is used for raising resources for: (2013)

Q215. It aims to create more than three lakh skilled personnel through fresh skilling and upskilling under the capacity building component of the scheme. Which of the above statements are correct?

Q216. Production of natural gas How many of the above activities are regulated by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) in India?

Q217. Bangladesh-China -India -Myanmar Economic Corridor connects Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh with Kunming in China. How many of the above statements are correct?

Q218. Consider the following statements : (2023) Statement-I : India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its electricity production. Statement-II : Uranium, enriched to the extent of at least 60%, is required for the production of electricity. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q219. It ensures that coal mining companies deliver the coal to end users in the prescribed time. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q220. Sillimanite In India, which of the above is/are officially designated as major minerals?

Q221. Till recently, India imported coal to meet the shortages of domestic supply, but now India is self-sufficient in coal production. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q222. State Governments have the power to grant mining leases of minor minerals, but the powers regarding the formation of 5A: Infra: Energy 16 263 5A: Infra: Energy

Q223. Which one of the following is the purpose of ‘UDAY’, a scheme of the Government? (2016)

Q224. Authorising State Governments to issue licences for mineral exploration Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q225. State Governments have the power to frame rules to prevent illegal mining of minor minerals. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q226. Appeals against the decisions of PNGRB go before the Appellate Tribunals of Electricity. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q227. Petrol: Working capital How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

Q228. Vijayawada International Airport In the recent past, which of the above have been constructed as Greenfield projects?

Q229. Consider the following statements : (2023) Statement-I : Interest income from the deposits in Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) distributed to their investors are exempted from tax, but the dividend is taxable. Statement-II : InvITs are recognized as borrowers under the 'Securitization and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002'. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q230. Renewable energy How many of the above does UNOPS Sustainable Investments in Infrastructure and Innovation (S3i) initiative focus on its investments?

Q231. Which one of the following statements best describes the 'Polar Code'? (UPSC-2022)

Q232. The National Institute of Urban Affairs is an apex body of the Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs in Government of India and provides innovative solutions to address the challenges of Urban India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q233. The district authority must inspect at least 10% of all works under implementation every year Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q234. Connect many of our villages to the Internet and bring Wi- Fi to many of our school, public places and major tourist centres. Select the correct answer using the code given below

Q235. It has a corpus of ` 4, 00,000 crore at present. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q236. The Global Infrastructure Facility is a/an [2017]

Q237. The total fertility rate in an economy is defined as: (2024)

Q238. Consider the following statements: (2023) Statement-I: India’s public sector health care system largely focuses on curative care with limited preventive, promotive and rehabilitative care. Statement-II: Under India’s decentralised approach to health care delivery, the States are primarily responsible for organizing health services. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q239. Pregnant women and lactating mothers are entitled to a take- home ration’ of 1600 calories per day during pregnancy and for six months thereafter. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q240. To promote the consumption of poultry eggs. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q241. Child mortality Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q242. Under this scheme, private sector health care providers of certain specialities can volunteer to provide services at nearby government health facilities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q243. It aims to align the competencies of the unregulated workforce of the country to the National Skill Qualification Framework. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

Q244. National Career Service has been launched in a Mission Mode to improve the employment opportunities to uneducated youth of the country. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Q245. To encourage voluntary monetary contributions from private individuals and organizations so as to improve the infrastructure facilities for primary and secondary schools. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q246. What is the aim of the programme 'Unnat Bharat Abhiyan'? [2017]

Q247. ‘SWAYAM’, an initiative of the Government of India, aims at [2016]

Q248. To obtain the full benefits of demographic dividend, what should India do? (2013)

Q249. In a given year in India, official poverty lines are higher in some States than in others because: (2019)

Q250. Family pension is applicable to the spouse and unmarried daughters. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q251. Irular and Konda Reddi tribes are included in the list of PVTGs. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q252. In the context of any country which one of the following would be considered as part of its social capital? [2019]

Q253. accumulation of intangible wealth Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q254. Consider the following statements: (2024) Statement-I: If the United States of America (USA) were to default on its debt, holders of US Treasury Bonds will not be able to exercise their claims to receive payment. Statement-II: The US Government debt is not backed by any hard assets, but only by the faith of the Government. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q255. Consider the following statements: (2024) Statement-I: Syndicated lending spreads the risk of borrower default across multiple lenders. Statement-II: The syndicated loan can be a fixed amount/lump sum of funds, but cannot be a credit line. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Q256. its price falls Which of the above statements are correct?

Q257. If a commodity is provided free to the public by the Government, then (2018)

Q258. An e-commerce revenue model where the seller has control over pricing but doesn't keep products in stock and instead transfers customer orders and shipment details to a third-party supplier, who then ships the goods directly to the customer, is called: (2026)

Q259. Which one of the following correctly represents the three key sub-indices of the Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)? (2026)

Q260. Which one of the following best describes the key objective of India's 'Open Network for Digital Commerce' (ONDC) initiative? (2026)

Q261. Which one of the following statements about Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Central Bank Digital Currency (Digital Rupee) is NOT correct? (2026)

Q262. Which of the following statements about Real- World Assets (RWA) Tokenization are correct? 1. Tokenization is the process of turning real world assets into digital tokens using blockchain technology. 2. Tokenization of real world assets offers 24×7 access, promoting financial inclusion. 3. Tokenization of real world assets will allow the access to high growth investment opportunities for individuals in India. Select the answer using the code given below: (2026)

Q263. A bond whose proceeds are used only to finance or refinance a combination of both environmental and social projects is called: (2026)

Q264. Which of the following statements about M1xchange's role in Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) financing is/are correct? 1. M1xchange provides collateral based loans to MSMEs. 2. M1xchange facilitates discounting of invoices and Bills of Exchange for MSMEs. 3. M1xchange functions as a credit rating agency for MSMEs. Select the answer using the code given below: (2026)

Q265. Which one of the following best describes the 'Crowding Out Effect' in the context of fiscal policy? (2026)

Q266. Which of the following statements about Rare Earth Elements (REEs) and Critical Minerals is/are correct? 1. Modern technological innovations including Artificial Intelligence, robotics and space exploration extensively utilise Rare Earth Elements (REEs). 2. China has the highest share in mining of REEs followed by India. 3. The Government of India launched the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) in 2025 to establish a robust framework for self- reliance in the critical mineral sector. 4. Rare Earth Elements are a set of 13 metallic elements. Select the answer using the code given below: (2026)

Q267. Which of the following statements about insurance in aviation sector is/are correct? 1. 'Aviation Hull Insurance' covers the physical aircraft, including the body, engine, and on-board equipment. 2. Under the Montreal Convention, adopted in 1999 by over 130 countries, including India, airlines are strictly liable to pay compensation to the family/nominee of every deceased passenger without requiring the family to prove fault. Select the answer using the code given below: (2026)

Q268. Which of the following statements about Crowdfunding is/are correct? 1. Crowdfunding is solicitation of funds (small amount) from multiple investors through a web-based platform or social networking site for a specific project. 2. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are able to raise funds at lower cost of capital without undergoing rigorous procedures. Select the answer using the code given below: (2026)

Q269. With reference to different Committees in India, consider the following details: Sl. No. | Committee | Objective | Organization under which it was formed 1 | R.N. Malhotra Committee | Comprehensive reforms of Insurance sector in India | Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India 2 | L.C. Gupta Committee | Preparing a roadmap for the introduction of derivatives trading in India | Securities and Exchange Board of India 3 | Urjit R. Patel Committee | Preparing a roadmap for reforming bank lending to the Housing sector | Reserve Bank of India 4 | Y.H. Malegam Committee | Preparing a roadmap for reforms in Microfinance sector in India | Reserve Bank of India In how many of the above rows are all the details correctly matched? (2026)

Q270. Consider the following statements about the Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in India: 1. NBFCs cannot accept demand deposits. 2. All the NBFCs operating in India have to be registered with the RBI. 3. NBFCs form part of the payment and settlement system and can issue cheque drawn on itself. 4. Deposit insurance facility of Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) is not available to the depositors of deposit taking NBFCs. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (2026)

Q271. Consider the following statements about Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI): 1. MPI is calculated using Alkire-Foster methodology. 2. MPI calculated by NITI Aayog has a total of twelve indicators. 3. Maternal Health and Bank Account are common indicators in the MPI of NITI Aayog and MPI of United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (2026)