Day 32- 18 Dec - UPSC Prelim English Quiz Solution

Day 32- 18 Dec - UPSC Prelim English Quiz Solution

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Q 1. Which of the following dance forms is/ are practiced in the Andhra Pradesh region?

1. Kuchipudi

2. Vilasini Natyam

3. Yaksha Gana

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

a) 1 Only
b) 1 and 2 Only
c) 2 and 3 Only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution:   b Explaination   

Andhra Pradesh is also the proud owner of some of the most beautiful famous dance forms like(Kuchipudi, burrakatha, veerannatyam, butlabommalu, Dappu, Tappet gullu, Lambadi, Bonalu, Dhimsa, kolattam, etc).Vilasini Natyam or Chinna Melam is an Indian classical dance form originating in Andhra Pradesh. It offers a variety of performing arts unique to its culture.

Yakshagana is a traditional theatre form that combines dance, music, dialogue, costume, makeup, and stage techniques with a unique style and form. This theatre style is mainly found in all parts of Karnataka. Yakshagana is traditionally presented from dusk to dawn. Its stories are drawn from Ramayana, Mahabharata, Bhagavata and other epics from both Hindu and Jain traditions

Q 2. Which of the following articles reflects the secular character of the Indian State?

1. Article 14

2. Article 15

3. Article 16

4. Article 26

5. Article 44

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

a) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
b) 1, 2, 3 and 5 Only
c) 2 and 4 Only
d) 1, 3 and 5 Only
Solution:   a Explaination   

It is non-justifiable in nature

It is neither source nor prohibition upon the power of legislature.

Q 3. Which of the following Geographical Features is/are found within the state of Andhra Pradesh?

1. Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary

2. Nallamala Hills

3. Biligiriranga Hills

4. Seshachalam Hills

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

a) 1, 2 and 3 Only
b) 1, 2 and 4 Only
c) 1, 3 and 4 Only
d) 2, 3 and 4 Only
Solution:   b Explaination   

The Biligirirangana Hills, commonly called BR Hills, is a hill range situated in southeastern Karnataka, at its border with Tamil Nadu (Erode District) in South India.

Q 4. Consider the following statements regarding Preamble of the Constitution:

l. The ideal of justice as contained in the Preamble has been taken from Russian Revolution.

2. The liberty conceived by the Preamble is not absolute but qualified.

3. The Fundamental features of the constitution as contained in the Preamble cannot be altered by an Amendment under Article 368.

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
Solution:   d   

Refer Laxmikant

Q 5. Indian Constitution establishes a judicial system that is integrated as well as independent which of the following statements reflects the independence of Judiciary in India?

1. Security of tenure of the Judges.

2. Fixed service conditions for the judges

3. Separation of the judiciary from executive

4. Can practice after retirement

5. Power to punish for its contempt.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

a) 1, 3 and 5 only
b) 2, 3 and 4 only
c) 1, 2, 3 and 5 Only
d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Solution:   c Explaination   

They are banned from practice after retirement.