What is the recommended minimum nutritional standard for an adult as per the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN)?
Answer: C
The NIN recommends 2400 calories per day for an average adult male and 2000 calories for an average adult female engaged in moderate physical activity.
Q.22Medium
What is the tenure of a District Judge in India?
Answer: D
District Judges in India serve until their retirement, which is typically at age 62 years, though they can be removed through impeachment by the President on grounds of incapacity or misbehavior.
Q.23Medium
Which of the following sectors received the highest allocation in the 2024-25 Union Budget?
Answer: A
The 2024-25 Union Budget allocated the largest share to Defense and Internal Security, reflecting government priorities for national security and law and order maintenance.
Q.24Medium
What does the term 'Subsidiary Alliance' refer to in Indian history?
Answer: B
The Subsidiary Alliance was a political and military system introduced by Lord Wellesley where Indian rulers had to maintain British troops at their own cost and cede control of foreign policy.
Q.25Medium
Which West Bengal district has been recognized for highest literacy rate in recent census data?
Answer: A
Kolkata district, as the state capital with urban concentration and better educational infrastructure, consistently shows the highest literacy rate in West Bengal according to census reports.
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Q.26Medium
Which ministry in India is primarily responsible for implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
Answer: C
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation acts as the nodal agency for SDG implementation in India, coordinating with various ministries to track progress on sustainable development targets.
Q.27Medium
What is the constitutional position of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha?
Answer: B
The Speaker of Lok Sabha is a presiding officer elected by members of the House who maintains order, decides on procedural matters, and traditionally does not vote except in case of a tie.
Q.28Medium
How many members does the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) consist of, including the Chairperson?
Answer: B
UPSC has a Chairperson and 10 other members, making a total of 11 members.
Q.29Medium
The National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA) guarantees minimum days of employment per year to rural households. What is this number?
Answer: B
NREGA guarantees 100 days of employment per financial year to each rural household.
Q.30Medium
Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the abolition of untouchability?
Answer: B
Article 17 explicitly abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form.
Q.31Medium
The 'One Rank One Pension' (OROP) scheme is primarily applicable to which category of employees?
Answer: B
OROP ensures uniform pension for military personnel who retire at the same rank and length of service.
Q.32Medium
As per the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) 2023 data, what is the primary occupation sector in West Bengal by workforce percentage?
Answer: B
The services sector employs the largest percentage of West Bengal's workforce, followed by agriculture.
Q.33Medium
Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of 'Basic Structure' in Indian constitutional law?
Answer: B
The 42nd Amendment expanded Directive Principles but the Basic Structure doctrine was established by Kesavananda Bharati case interpretation.
Q.34Medium
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) primarily aims to achieve which developmental goal?
Answer: B
PMJDY focuses on providing basic banking services and financial inclusion to all citizens.
Q.35Medium
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) was established under which Act?
Answer: B
NGT was established by the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 to handle environmental disputes.
Q.36Medium
In the Indian federal structure, which body has the power to create new states or alter boundaries of existing states?
Answer: B
Parliament has exclusive power to create, alter, or abolish states through constitutional amendments or under Article 3.
Q.37Medium
Which of the following statements correctly describes the relationship between the Union and State governments in matters of taxation?
Answer: B
The Seventh Schedule of the Constitution places income tax in the Union List, but subsequent amendments and constitutional provisions allow concurrent taxation. The Union has primary authority while states can levy certain taxes.
Q.38Medium
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has the power to do all of the following EXCEPT:
Answer: B
While NCW investigates and recommends, it cannot issue binding orders. NCW's recommendations are advisory in nature and require government action for implementation.
Q.39Medium
Which constitutional article deals with the power of the Governor to grant pardons and remissions in West Bengal?
Answer: B
Article 161 grants the Governor power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, and remissions of punishment. Article 72 deals with similar presidential powers.
Q.40Medium
The Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013 provides for the establishment of anti-corruption ombudsmen. Which of the following is NOT a function of the Lokpal?
Answer: C
The Lokpal investigates and recommends action but does not conduct trials. Criminal prosecutions are undertaken by designated CBI officials, not the Lokpal itself.
