SOLVED PAPER 2022 (CDS) (II) (General Studies)

Total Questions: 120

111. Which one of the following parts of human alimentary canal can be of maximum length?

Correct Answer: (b)Small intestine
Solution:The small intestine is of maximum length in the human alimentary canal. The length of small intestine is about 2.7-4.8 m while the large intestine is measured about 1.5 m. The small intestine is said small due to its diameter which is less in comparison to large intestine.

112. While forming the 'Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity', the member countries launched collective discussions towards future negotiations on four pillars. Which one of the following is not one of those pillars?

Correct Answer: (b) Defence cooperation and intelligence sharing
Solution:Option (b) is not one of the four pillars.

While forming the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity, the member countries launched collective discussions towards future negotiations on four pillars. The four pillars are:

1. Trade: To build a high-standard, free and fair trade commitments and develop new and creative approaches in trade and technology policy that advance a broad set of objectives that fuels economic activity and investment, promotes sustainable and inclusive economic growth and benefits workers and consumers.

2. Supply Chains: To improve transparency, diversity, security and sustainability in our supply chains to make them more resilient and well-integrated.

3. Clean Energy, Decarbonisation and Infrastructure: In line with the Paris Agreement goals and efforts to support the livelihood of the peoples and workers, accelerate the development and deployment of clean energy technologies to decarbonise the economies and build resilience to climate impacts.

4. Tax and Anti-Corruption: To promote fair competition by enacting and enforcing effective and robust tax, anti-money laundering and anti-bribery regimes in line with existing multilateral obligations, standards and agreements to curb tax evasion and corruption in the Indo-Pacific region.

113. The regions known as Donetsk and Luhansk are sometimes mentioned in the news. The are the separatist regions of

Correct Answer: (c) Ukraine
Solution:The regions known as Donetsk and Luhansk are sometimes mentioned in the news. They are the separatist regions of Ukraine.

The Donbas is a historical, cultural, and economic region in eastern Ukraine. Parts of the Donbas are controlled by Russian separatist groups as a result of the Russo-Ukranian War: the Donetsk People's Republic and the Luhansk People's Republic.

114. Recently which of the following countries were placed in the 'Grey List of Financial Action Task Force?

Correct Answer: (d) Turkey and UAE
Solution:Recently Turkey and UAE were placed in the 'Grey List' of Financial Action Task Force.

The Financial Action Task Force is an intergovernmental organisation founded in 1989, on the initiative of the G7 to develop policies to combat money laundering.

UAE has been added to the Grey List for 'strategic deficiencies' in countering money laundering in the country. Pakistan, Turkey, Jordan, Yemen are some of the other countries on the list.

115. Which one of the following assists a country through 'Extended Fund Facility', often talked about in news?

Correct Answer: (b) International Monetary Fund
Solution:The International Monetary Fund assists a country through 'Extended Fund Facility'.

When a country faces serious medium-term balance of payments problems because of structural weaknesses that require time to address, the IMF can assist through an Extended Fund Facility (EFF). The EFF was established to provide assistance to countries experiencing serious payment imbalances because of structural impediments or slow growth and an inherently weak balance-of-payments position. An EFF provides support for comprehensive programs including the policies needed to correct structural imbalances over an extended period.

116. The terms 'Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot and Tether', sometimes mentioned in the news, refer to

Correct Answer: (a) Cryptocurrencies
Solution:The term 'Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot and Tether', sometimes mentioned in the news, refer to Cryptocurrencies.

Ethereum is the cryptocurrency to beat when it comes to smart contracts. And, the likes of Solana and Polkadot are following it very closely. Ethereum is the second largest cryptocurrency in the world with a market value of around $560 billion. Solana and Polkadot are in top names for the battle of becoming number one cryptocurrencies in the world.

117. In which one of the following states has the President's rule been imposed most number of times?

Correct Answer: (c) Manipur
Solution:Manipur is the state where President's rule has been imposed most number of times. i.e. 10 times. Article 356 empowers the President to issue a proclamation if he is satisfied that a situation has arisen in which the government of a state cannot be carried out on accordance with the provisions of the Constitution.

118. The use of 'Electors Photo Identity Cards (EPIC)' by the Election Commission of India was started in which one of the following years?

Correct Answer: (b) 1993
Solution:The use of 'Electors Photo Identity Cards (EPIC)' by the Election Commission of India was started in 1993.

The Indian Voter ID Card (officially the Electronic Photo Identity Card (EPIC)) is an identity document issued by the Election Commission of India to adult domiciles of India who have reached the age of 18, which primarily serves as an identity proof for Indian citizens while casting their ballot in the country's municipal, state and national elections. It also serves as general identity, address and age proof for other purposes such as buying a mobile phone, SIM card or applying for a passport. It also serves as a Travel Document to travel to Nepal and Bhutan by land or air. It is also known as Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC). It was first introduced in 1993, during the tenure of the Chief Election Commissioner T. N. Seshan.

119. Which one of the following best describes the electoral system to elect the President of India?

Correct Answer: (b) Proportional Representation and Single Transferable Vote System
Solution:Proportional Representation and Single Transferable Vote System best describes the electoral system to elect the President of India.

There is no direct election for the Indian President. An Electoral College elects him. The Electoral College responsible for President's elections comprises elected members of:

  • Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
  • Legislative Assemblies of the States (Legislative Councils have no role)
  • Legislative Assemblies of the Union Territories of Delhi and Puducherry

120. Which one of the following statements about Money Bill is not correct?

Correct Answer: (d) The Council of States has no power to discuss the Money Bill.
Solution:Statement (d) is not correct about the Money Bill.

According to the Article 109 of the Constitution of India, "After a Money Bill has been passed by the House of the People, it shall be transmitted to the Council of States for its recommendations and the Council of States shall within a period of fourteen days from the date of its receipt of the Bill return the Bill to the House of the People with its recommendations and the House of the People may thereupon either accept or reject all or any of the recommendations of the Council of States"