This page lists 118 previous year UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination (General Studies Paper-I) questions on the UPSC 2004 Prelims. Choose an option to see the correct answer and the full explanation on the same page.
Explanations state facts as they stood in the year each question was asked, so words like “recently” or “currently” refer to that year, not today. For the present position, check the latest Current Affairs.
Showing 21–30 of 118 questions
The Montagu-Chelmsford Report, published in 1918, proposed constitutional reforms for India, recommending the introduction of dyarchy in provinces and expanding the legislative councils. These recommendations formed the basis for the Government of India Act, 1919.
Statement 1 is correct: Adam Osborne introduced the first portable computer, the Osborne 1, in 1981, which marked the beginning of portable computing. The computer featured a 12.7-centimetre (5-inch) screen and weighed Nearly 12 kg. However, the machine still required an AC outlet for power.
Statement 2 is correct: Ian Wilmut is a British scientist who, in 1996, led the team that cloned Dolly the sheep. Dolly was the first mammal cloned using somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT), a process where the nucleus of an adult somatic cell is transferred into an enucleated egg cell. Dolly’s creation marked a major milestone in the field of biotechnology and cloning.
Minto-Morley Reforms (1909) were constitutional reforms introduced by the British government to expand the legislative councils and include elected Indian representatives. The recommendations of the Montagu-Chelmsford Report (1919) led to the Government of India Act, 1919, and introduced dyarchy in the provinces. Chauri-Chaura Outrage (1922) occurred during the Non-Cooperation Movement. It was a violent incident where a police station was attacked by a mob, leading to a significant shift in Gandhi’s strategy. Gandhi called off the Non-Cooperation Movement across the country, as he felt that it had deviated from its non-violent goal. Dandi March (1930) led by Mahatma Gandhi, this was a major event in the Civil Disobedience Movement, aimed at protesting the British salt tax.
Statement 1 is correct: A smart card is a physical card embedded with an integrated circuit chip, which can be a microcontroller or a memory chip. This chip enables the card to store and process data, making it useful for applications like secure identification and payment systems.
Statement 2 is correct: Digital technology relies heavily on modern communication infrastructures, including satellites and fiber optics, which enable high-speed and efficient data transmission.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Digital libraries are organized collections of digital materials, such as text, images, and multimedia, which can be accessed through the internet or local electronic systems, making them available in multiple forms.
/ (c) Statement (a) is incorrect: Appropriation Bill is a money Bill and according to Article 109 of the Indian Constitution, the Rajya Sabha has only a recommendatory role in the case of a Money Bill. Statement (b) is correct: According to Article 266 of the Indian Constitution, funds can only be withdrawn from the Consolidated Fund of India through appropriations made by the Appropriation Act. Statement (c) is incorrect: While a Finance Bill is necessary for proposing new taxes and is typically used to modify existing tax rates, legislative approval or authorization (via Acts or notifications) is always required for changing tax rates. It is not always accurate to claim that no additional Bill/Act is required for such changes. Statement (d) is correct: Under Article 117 of the Indian Constitution, the President’s recommendation is mandatory for the introduction of a Money Bill which can be introduced only in Lok Sabha. Note: Here, both the statements (a) and (c) seem partially/ completely incorrect.
According to Article 67(b) of the Constitution, Vice-President can be removed from office through a resolution passed by a majority of all current members of the Council of States(Rajya sabha), which must also be approved by the House of the People. However, no such resolution can be introduced unless at least fourteen days’ notice is given before moving the resolution. This process ensures sufficient time for discussion and consideration before any action is taken. Hence the most appropriate answer is Rajya Sabha.
Statements 1 and 2 are correct:
Act Provided for abolition of diarchy in the Governor’s provinces, transferring more power to the provincial governments. The Act granted the Governors the power to veto legislative action and allowed them to enact laws without the consent of the legislative bodies in certain circumstances.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The Government of India Act, 1935 retained separate electorates based on communal representation, allowing distinct voting rights for communities like Muslims, Sikhs, and other minorities.
The Constituent Assembly of India was a group formed to write the Indian Constitution. It was set up in 1946 under the Cabinet Mission Plan.
Option (a) is correct: The Constituent Assembly of India was elected by the Provincial Assemblies in the year 1946. Members were chosen by the Provincial Assemblies, with seats given to represent different communities. However, it is important to note that the Princely States were represented through nominees rather than elected members. Options (b), (c) and (d) are incorrect:
M.A. Jinnah was not a member of the Constituent Assembly as he chose to focus on the creation of Pakistan. Jawaharlal Nehru and Sardar Patel were members. The first session of the Constituent Assembly took place on 9th December 1946, not in January 1947. The Constitution was adopted on 26th November 1949, but came into effect on 26th January 1950.
Kharif crops are typically grown during the monsoon season (June to September) in India, and they require plenty of water. These crops are usually harvested after the monsoon season, around September to October. Cotton is a Kharif crop grown during the monsoon season. Groundnut and Maize are also Kharif crops grown during the monsoon season.Although it can also be grown in the Rabi season in some areas, it is primarily a Kharif crop in India. Mustard is typically grown in the Rabi season (winter). Thus, Cotton, Groundnut, and Maize are Kharif crops, while Mustard is a Rabi crop.
Option 1 is correct: Salamanca is in Spain. Known for its Renaissance architecture, the city also houses one of the world’s oldest universities.
Option 2 is incorrect: Cannes is actually located in France, on the French Riviera.
Option 3 is correct: Cancun is correctly associated with Mexico. It is a popular tourist spot, renowned for its beaches.
Option 4 is correct: Bruges is correctly linked to Belgium. Often called the "Venice of the North," it is famous for its picturesque canals.
| Q | UPSC year | Correct answer |
|---|---|---|
| 21 | 2004 | (b) the Government of India Act, 1919 |
| 22 | 2004 | (c) Both 1 and 2 |
| 23 | 2004 | (b) 2, 4, 1, 3 |
| 24 | 2004 | (b) 1 and 2 |
| 25 | 2004 | (a) The Appropriation Bill must be passed by both the Houses of Parliament before it can be enacted into law. |
| 26 | 2004 | (d) Rajya Sabha alone |
| 27 | 2004 | (b) 1 and 2 |
| 28 | 2004 | (a) The Constituent Assembly of India was elected by the Provincial Assemblies in the year 1946 |
| 29 | 2004 | (b) 1, 2 and 3 |
| 30 | 2004 | (b) Cannes: Italy |
This page covers 118 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on the UPSC 2004 Prelims, asked between 1995 to 2024. Each has the correct answer and an explanation.
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