1. It was developed and introduced in 2010.
2. It measures extreme poverty and includes those living on less than one dollar per day.
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GS Paper I (General Studies)
Study the subject as one continuous question paper, or narrow it to a particular year.
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): During 2023 - 24, Singapore emerged as the largest source of FDI to India.
Reason (R): The India - Mauritius Tax Treaty amendment has brought a major shift in countries as major sources of FDI to India.
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With reference to "National Food Security Act", which of the following statements are correct?
1. It will cover up to 75% rural and 50% urban population.
2. It has special focus on nutritional support to women and children.
3. It was enforced on July 5, 2010.
The following lists I and II show the names of Economists/Authors and their books respectively. Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:
List - I (Economist/Author) | List - II (Book) | ||
A. | Myrdal | 1. | Economic Theory and Under-developed Regions |
B. | Hirschman | 2. | The Strategy of Economic Development |
C. | Kaldor | 3. | Strategic Factors in Economic Development |
D. | Adam Smith | 4. | The Wealth of Nations |
With reference to Economic Growth, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Indian Economy is an Underdeveloped Economy.
2. Indian Economy is a Mixed Economy.
3. J.M. Keynes is the Father of Economics.
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According to the Economic Survey, 2022-23, what fiscal policy response did the Government of India undertake in response to the aggravated global supply disruptions?
1. Decreasing food and fertiliser subsidies
2. Increasing taxes on fuel and imported products
3. Reducing taxes on fuel and certain imported products
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Which measures are essential to achieve Goal 4 of the Sustainable Development Targets, 2030 ?
1. Making education free and compulsory
2. Improving basic school infrastructure and embracing digital transformation
3. Expansion of agricultural programmes
4. Increasing investment in technology
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Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:
List - I (Social Security Programme) | List - II (Beneficiary's Contribution) | ||
A. | Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-Dhan Yojana | 1. | Beneficiary's choice |
B. | Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana | 2. | Rs. 55 - Rs. 200 per month |
C. | Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana | 3. | Rs. 436 per year |
D. | Atal Pension Yojana | 4. | Rs. 20 per year |
Consider the following statements with reference to Upper Gangetic agro-climatic region:
1. This region encompasses central and western Uttar Pradesh.
2. This region has an irrigation intensity of over 130% and a cropping intensity of 140%.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): There is a positive relationship between Human Development Index (HDI) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ranking of Indian States.
Reason (R): The underlying dimensions of SDG targets are closely related to education and health aspects.
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Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): The value of national currency determined by demand and supply of foreign currency is called flexible exchange rate.
Reason (R): Demand and supply of the foreign currency is being determined by the Central Bank.
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Consider the following statements with reference to cultivated area of some countries of the world:
1. In comparison to USA, China and Japan, India has highest geographical area under cultivation.
2. India's location in tropical monsoon region helps diversified cropping all through the year.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Development is being defined as improving living standards and welfare.
Reason (R): Growth in per capita income is not a sufficient measure of development.
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