Which of the following are the most likely places to find the musk deer in its natural habitat?

1. Askot Wildlife Sanctuary 2. Gangotri National Park 3. Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary 4. Manas National Park Select the correct answer...

Previous Year UPSC Science & Tech Questions (PYQs) With Explanation 2021

Solved PYQs Science & Technology With Explanation 2021 UPSC Prelims

After analysing the Question Paper it can be concluded that the examiner has focused on the understanding of the basics...

Steel slag can be the material for which of the following?

1. Construction of base road 2. Improvement of agricultural soil 3. Production of cement Select the correct answer using the...

Which one of the following protected areas is well-known for the conservation of a sub-species of the Indian swamp deer (Barasingha) that thrives well on hard ground and is exclusively graminivorous?

(a) Kanha National Park (b) Manas National Park (c) Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary (d) Tal Chhapar Wildlife Sanctuary 5. Ans: a...

Which of the following Protected Areas are located in the Cauvery basin?

1. Nagarhole National Park 2. Papikonda National Park 3. Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve 4. Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary Select the correct answer...

With reference to India’s biodiversity, Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith Barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated redstart are:

(a) Birds (b) Primates (c) Reptiles (d) Amphibians 4. Ans: a Explanation: Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith Barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated...

Which of the following are the reasons/factors for exposure to benzene pollution?

1. Automobile exhaust 2. Tobacco smoke 3. Wood burning 4. Using varnished wooden furniture 5. Using products made of polyurethane...

In which of the following regions was Dhanyakataka, which flourished as a prominent Buddhist centre under the Mahasanghikas, located?

(a) Andhra (b) Gandhara (c) Kalinga (d) Magadha Answer: a Explanation: The Andhras are mentioned in the Aitareya Brahmana and...

UPSC Mains Question Terms Explained for Answer Writing

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