UPSC Prelims previous year paper

UPSC Prelims PYQ 2014

Practice the 2014 UPSC Prelims paper as a timed test, or scan the subject and topic pattern before you start. The session uses exam-style navigation, negative marking, and instant review.

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Indian Geography · 7Art and Culture · 5Modern Indian History · 5International Organizations · 3Monetary Policy · 3Agriculture · 2Economic Planning · 2Environment / Conservation · 2Environment & Ecology · 2Environmental Organizations · 2Indian Judiciary · 2International Relations · 2

Sample questions from 2014

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Science

Consider the following statements : 1. Maize can be used for the production of starch. 2. Oil extracted from maize can be a feedstock for biodiesel. 3...

Environment

Brominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and upholstery. Why is there some concern about their use? 1. They are...

Environment

Which one of the following is the correct sequence of a food chain?

Geography

Which one of the following pairs of islands is separated from each other by the 'Ten Degree Channel'?

Science

Which one of the following is the process involved in photosynthesis?

History

Consider the following statements : 1. 'Bijak' is a composition of the teachings of Saint Dadu Dayal. 2. The Philosophy of Pushti Marg was propounded...

Polity

Which of the following is/are the function/functions of the Cabinet Secretariat? 1. Preparation of agenda for Cabinet Meetings 2. Secretarial assistan...

Environment

With reference to a conservation organization called 'Wetlands International', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an intergove...

History

With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the following pairs : Famous shrine : Location 1. Tabo monastery and temp...

History

With reference to India's culture and tradition, what is 'Kalaripayattu'?

Science

There is some concern regarding the nanoparticles of some chemical elements that are used by the industry in the manufacture of various products. Why?...

History

Which one of the following pairs does not form part of the six systems of Indian Philosophy?