Indian History MCQs 89 (For UPSC PSC and other prelims exams)
81. With reference to the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), consider the following statements:
- It is a statutory body established in 1964.
- It supervises corruption cases involving central government employees.
- It has the power to conduct criminal investigations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
82. Consider the following statements regarding the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013:
- It provides for the establishment of Lokpal at the central level and Lokayuktas at the state level.
- The Lokpal has jurisdiction over the Prime Minister.
- The Lokpal is appointed by the President of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
83. With reference to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010, consider the following statements:
- It regulates foreign funding to NGOs and other entities in India.
- It is administered by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- Political parties are allowed to receive foreign donations under the Act.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
84. Consider the following statements regarding the Competition Commission of India (CCI):
- It is a statutory body established under the Competition Act, 2002.
- It ensures fair competition in the Indian market.
- It functions under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
85. With reference to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), consider the following statements:
- It was established in 1935 under the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934.
- It is responsible for formulating monetary policy in India.
- It is fully owned by private shareholders.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
86. Consider the following statements regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST):
- It replaced multiple indirect taxes in India.
- It is implemented as a single uniform tax rate across all goods and services.
- It is administered by both central and state governments.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
87. Consider the following statements regarding the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC):
- It was established under the RBI Act, 1934.
- It is responsible for setting the repo rate in India.
- The majority of its members are appointed by the Reserve Bank of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
88. With reference to the Nirbhaya Fund, consider the following statements:
- It was established to enhance women’s safety and security in India.
- It is implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
- The fund can be used only for projects related to police modernization.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
89. Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA):
- It is an intergovernmental organization focused on regional cooperation.
- India is a founding member of IORA.
- The headquarters of IORA is located in New Delhi, India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
90. With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), consider the following statements:
- It aims to provide skill training to unemployed youth.
- It is implemented by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC).
- The scheme guarantees employment to all certified trainees.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
