IAS Exam 2024 GS 1

UPSC Prelims 2024 Question Paper: General Studies-I (GS-I)

1. Consider the following statements:  

Statement-I:  The atmosphere is heated more by incoming solar radiation than by terrestrial radiation.

Statement-II: Carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are good absorbers of long wave radiation.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I  

(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I  

(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect  

(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

2. Consider the following statements:  

Statement-I: Thickness of the troposphere at the equator is much greater as compared to poles.

Statement-II: At the equator, heat is transported to great heights by strong convectional currents.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I  

(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I  

(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect  

(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

3. Consider the following:

1. Pyroclastic debris

2. Ash and dust

3. Nitrogen compounds

4. Sulphur compounds

How many of the above are products of volcanic eruptions?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) Only three  

(d) All four

4. Which of the following is/are correct inference/inferences from isothermal maps in the month of January?

1. The isotherms deviate to the north over the ocean and to the south over the continent.

2. The presence of cold ocean currents, Gulf Stream and North Atlantic Drift make the North Atlantic Ocean colder and the isotherms bend towards the north.

Select the answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 only  

(b) 2 only  

(c) Both 1 and 2  

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

5. Which of the following countries are well known as the two largest cocoa producers in the world?

(a) Algeria and Morocco  

(b) Botswana and Namibia  

(c) Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana  

(d) Madagascar and Mozambique

6. With reference to the Himalayan rivers joining the Ganga downstream of Prayagraj from West to East, which one of the following sequences is correct?

(a) Ghaghara – Gomati – Gandak – Kosi  

(b) Gomati – Ghaghara – Gandak – Kosi  

(c) Ghaghara – Gomati – Kosi – Gandak  

(d) Gomati – Ghaghara – Kosi – Gandak

7. Consider the following statements:  

Statement-I: Rainfall is one of the reasons for weathering of rocks.

Statement-II: Rain water contains carbon dioxide in solution.

Statement-III: Rain water contains atmospheric oxygen.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement-II and Statement-III are correct and both of them explain Statement-I  

(b) Both Statement-II and Statement-III are correct, but only one of them explains Statement-I  

(c) Only one of the Statements II and III is correct and that explains Statement-I  

(d) Neither Statement-II nor Statement-III is correct

8. Consider the following countries:  

1. Finland  

2. Germany  

3. Norway  

4. Russia

How many of the above countries have a border with the North Sea?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) Only three  

(d) All four

9. Consider the following information:

Waterfall

Region

River

1. Dhuandhar

Malwa

Narmada

2. Hundru

Chota Nagpur

Subarnarekha

3. Gersoppa

Western Ghats

Netravati

In how many of the above rows is the given information correctly matched?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) All three  

(d) None

10. Consider the following information:

Region

Name of the mountain range

Type of mountain

1. Central Asia

Vosges

Fold mountain

2. Europe

Alps

Block mountain

3. North America

Appalachians

Fold mountain

4. South America

Andes

Fold mountain

In how many of the above rows is the given information correctly matched?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) Only three  

(d) All four

11. Consider the following airports:

1. Donyi Polo Airport

2. Kushinagar International Airport

3. Vijayawada International Airport

In the recent past, which of the above have been constructed as Greenfield projects?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

12. With reference to "water vapour", which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It is a gas, the amount of which decreases with altitude.

2. Its percentage is maximum at the poles.

Select the answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

13. Consider the following description:

1. Annual and daily range of temperatures is low.

2. Precipitation occurs throughout the year.

3. Precipitation varies between 50 cm – 250 cm.

What is this type of climate?

(a) Equatorial climate

(b) China type climate

(c) Humid subtropical climate

(d) Marine West coast climate

14. With reference to "Coriolis force", which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It increases with increase in wind velocity.

2. It is maximum at the poles and is absent at the equator.

Select the answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

15. On June 21 every year, which of the following latitude(s) experience(s) a sunlight of more than 12 hours?

1. Equator

2. Tropic of Cancer

3. Tropic of Capricorn

4. Arctic Circle

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) 3 and 4

(d) 2 and 4

16. One of the following regions has the world's largest tropical peatland, which holds about three years worth of global carbon emissions from fossil fuels; and the possible destruction of which can exert detrimental effect on the global climate. Which one of the following denotes that region?

(a) Amazon Basin

(b) Congo Basin

(c) Kikori Basin

(d) Rio de la Plata Basin

17. With reference to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that are used in making many consumer products, consider the following statements:

1. PFAS are found to be widespread in drinking water, food and food packaging materials.

2. PFAS are not easily degraded in the environment.

3. Persistent exposure to PFAS can lead to bioaccumulation in animal bodies.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

18. Consider the following:

1. Carabid beetles

2. Centipedes

3. Flies

4. Termites

5. Wasps

Parasitoid species are found in how many of the above kind of organisms?

(a) Only two

(b) Only three

(c) Only four

(d) All five

19. Consider the following plants:

1. Groundnut

2. Horse-gram

3. Soybean

How many of the above belong to the pea family?

(a) Only one

(b) Only two

(c) All three

(d) None

20. Consider the following statements:

Statement-I: The Indian Flying Fox is placed under the "vermin" category in the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.

Statement-II: The Indian Flying Fox feeds on the blood of other animals.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I

(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I

(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect

(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

21. The organisms "Cicada, Froghopper and Pond skater" are:

(a) Birds  

(b) Fish  

(c) Insects  

(d) Reptiles  

22. Consider the following statements:

Statement-I:   Many chewing gums found in the market are considered a source of environmental pollution.

Statement-II:  Many chewing gums contain plastic as gum base.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I  

(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I  

(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect  

(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct  

23. Consider the following pairs:

Country

Animal found in its natural habitat

1. Brazil

Indri

2. Indonesia

Elk

3. Madagascar

Bonobo

How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) All three  

(d) None  

24. Consider the following statements regarding World Toilet Organization:

1. It is one of the agencies of the United Nations.

2. World Toilet Summit, World Toilet Day and World Toilet College are the initiatives of this organization, to inspire action to tackle the global sanitation crisis.

3. The main focus of its function is to grant funds to the least developed countries and developing countries to achieve the end of open defecation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 2 only  

(b) 3 only  

(c) 1 and 2  

(d) 2 and 3  

25. Consider the following statements:

1. Lions do not have a particular breeding season.

2. Unlike most other big cats, cheetahs do not roar.

3. Unlike male lions, male leopards do not proclaim their territory by scent marking.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only  

(b) 2 and 3 only  

(c) 1 and 3 only  

(d) 1, 2 and 3  

26. Which one of the following is the correct description of "100 Million Farmers"?

(a) It is a platform for accelerating the transition towards food and water systems that are net-zero (carbon), nature-positive and that aims to increase farmer resilience.  

(b) It is an international alliance and a network of individuals and farming organisations interested in supporting and strengthening the development of the organic animal husbandry.  

(c) It is a digital platform fully integrated with service providers and built on blockchain that lets buyers, sellers and third parties trade fertilizers quickly and securely.  

(d) It is a platform with the mission of encouraging the farmers to form Farmer Product Organisations or Agribusiness Consortiums, thus facilitating the access to global open markets to sell their products.  

27. Consider the following:

1. Battery storage

2. Biomass generators

3. Fuel cells

4. Rooftop solar photovoltaic units

How many of the above are considered "Distributed Energy Resources"?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) Only three  

(d) All four  

28. Which one of the following shows a unique relationship with an insect that has coevolved with it and that is the only insect that can pollinate this tree?

(a) Fig  

(b) Mahua  

(c) Sandalwood  

(d) Silk cotton  

29. Consider the following:

1. Butterflies

2. Fish

3. Frogs

How many of the above have poisonous species among them?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) All three  

(d) None  

30. Consider the following:

1. Cashew

2. Papaya

3. Red sanders

How many of the above trees are actually native to India?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) All three  

(d) None  

31. With reference to radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTGs), consider the following statements:

1. RTGs are miniature fission reactors.

2. RTGs are used for powering the onboard systems of spacecrafts.

3. RTGs can use Plutonium-238, which is a by-product of weapons development.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only  

(b) 2 and 3 only  

(c) 1 and 3 only  

(d) 1, 2 and 3  

32. Consider the following statements:

Statement-I:   Giant stars live much longer than dwarf stars.

Statement-II:  Compared to dwarf stars, giant stars have a greater rate of nuclear reactions.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I  

(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I  

(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect  

(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct  

33. Which one of the following is synthesised in human body that dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow?

(a) Nitric oxide  

(b) Nitrous oxide  

(c) Nitrogen dioxide  

(d) Nitrogen pentoxide  

34. Consider the following activities:

1. Identification of narcotics on passengers at airports or in aircraft

2. Monitoring of precipitation

3. Tracking the migration of animals

In how many of the above activities can the radars be used?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) All three  

(d) None  

35. Consider the following aircraft:

1. Rafael

2. MiG-29

3. Tejas MK-1

How many of the above are considered fifth generation fighter aircraft?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) All three  

(d) None  

36. In which of the following are hydrogels used?

1. Controlled drug delivery in patients

2. Mobile air-conditioning systems

3. Preparation of industrial lubricants

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 only  

(b) 1 and 2 only  

(c) 2 and 3 only  

(d) 1, 2 and 3  

37. Which one of the following is the exhaust pipe emission from Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles, powered by hydrogen?

(a) Hydrogen peroxide  

(b) Hydronium  

(c) Oxygen  

(d) Water vapour  

38. Recently, the term "pumped-storage hydropower" is actually and appropriately discussed in the context of which one of the following?

(a) Irrigation of terraced crop fields  

(b) Lift irrigation of cereal crops  

(c) Long duration energy storage  

(d) Rainwater harvesting system  

39. "Membrane Bioreactors" are often discussed in the context of:

(a) Assisted reproductive technologies  

(b) Drug delivery nanotechnologies  

(c) Vaccine production technologies  

(d) Wastewater treatment technologies  

40. With reference to the Indian economy, "Collateral Borrowing and Lending Obligations" are the instruments of:

(a) Bond market  

(b) Forex market  

(c) Money market  

(d) Stock market  

41. The total fertility rate in an economy is defined as:

(a) the number of children born per 1000 people in the population in a year.  

(b) the number of children born to a couple in their lifetime in a given population.  

(c) the birth rate minus death rate.  

(d) the average number of live births a woman would have by the end of her child-bearing age.  

42. Consider the following statements:

1. In India, Non-Banking Financial Companies can access the Liquidity Adjustment Facility window of the Reserve Bank of India.

2. In India, Foreign Institutional Investors can hold the Government Securities (G-Secs).

3. In India, Stock Exchanges can offer separate trading platforms for debts.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only  

(b) 3 only  

(c) 1, 2 and 3  

(d) 2 and 3 only  

43. In India, which of the following can trade in Corporate Bonds and Government Securities?

1. Insurance Companies

2. Pension Funds

3. Retail Investors

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only  

(b) 2 and 3 only  

(c) 1 and 3 only  

(d) 1, 2 and 3  

44. Consider the following:

1. Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF)

2. Motor vehicles

3. Currency swap

Which of the above is/are considered financial instruments?

(a) 1 only  

(b) 2 and 3 only  

(c) 1, 2 and 3  

(d) 1 and 3 only  

45. With reference to the sectors of the Indian economy, consider the following pairs:

Economic activity

Sector

1. Storage of agricultural produce

Secondary

2. Dairy farm

Primary

3. Mineral exploration

Tertiary

4. Weaving cloth

Secondary

How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) Only three  

(d) All four  

46. Consider the following materials:

1. Agricultural residues

2. Corn grain

3. Wastewater treatment sludge

4. Wood mill waste

Which of the above can be used as feedstock for producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel?

(a) 1 and 2 only  

(b) 3 and 4 only  

(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4  

(d) 1, 3 and 4 only  

47. With reference to physical capital in Indian economy, consider the following pairs:

Items

Category

1. Farmer's plough

Working capital

2. Computer

Fixed capital

3. Yarn used by the weaver

Fixed capital

4. Petrol

Working capital

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) Only three  

(d) All four  

48. Which one of the following words/phrases is most appropriately used to denote "an interoperable network of 3D virtual worlds that can be accessed simultaneously by millions of users, who can exert property rights over virtual items"?

(a) Big data analytics  

(b) Cryptography  

(c) Metaverse  

(d) Virtual matrix  

49. With reference to the rule/rules imposed by the Reserve Bank of India while treating foreign banks, consider the following statements:

1. There is no minimum capital requirement for wholly owned banking subsidiaries in India.

2. For wholly owned banking subsidiaries in India, at least 50% of the board members should be Indian nationals.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only  

(b) 2 only  

(c) Both 1 and 2  

(d) Neither 1 nor 2  

50. With reference to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) rules in India, consider the following statements:

1. CSR rules specify that expenditures that benefit the company directly or its employees will not be considered as CSR activities.

2. CSR rules do not specify minimum spending on CSR activities.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only  

(b) 2 only  

(c) Both 1 and 2  

(d) Neither 1 nor 2  

51. Consider the following statements:

Statement-I:  If the United States of America (USA) were to default on its debt, holders of US Treasury Bonds will not be able to exercise their claims to receive payment.

Statement-II:  The USA Government debt is not backed by any hard assets, but only by the faith of the Government.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I  

(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I  

(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect  

(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct  

52. Consider the following statements:

Statement-I:  Syndicated lending spreads the risk of borrower default across multiple lenders.

Statement-II:  The syndicated loan can be a fixed amount/lump sum of funds, but cannot be a credit line.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I  

(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I  

(c) Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect  

(d) Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct  

53. Consider the following statements in respect of the digital rupee:

1. It is a sovereign currency issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in alignment with its monetary policy.

2. It appears as a liability on the RBI’s balance sheet.

3. It is insured against inflation by its very design.

4. It is freely convertible against commercial bank money and cash.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only  

(b) 1 and 3 only  

(c) 2 and 4 only  

(d) 1, 2 and 4  

54. With reference to ancient India, Gautama Buddha was generally known by which of the following epithets?

1. Nayaputta

2. Shakyamuni

3. Tathagata

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 only  

(b) 2 and 3 only  

(c) 1, 2 and 3  

(d) None of the above are epithets of Gautama Buddha  

55. Consider the following information:

Archaeological Site

State

Description

1. Chandraketugarh

Odisha

Trading Port town

2. Inamgaon

Maharashtra

Chalcolithic site

3. Mangadu

Kerala

Megalithic site

4. Salihundam

Andhra Pradesh

Rock-cut cave shrines

In which of the above rows is the given information correctly matched?

(a) 1 and 2  

(b) 2 and 3  

(c) 3 and 4  

(d) 1 and 4  

56. Who of the following rulers of medieval India gave permission to the Portuguese to build a fort at Bhatkal?

(a) Krishnadevaraya  

(b) Narasimha Saluva  

(c) Muhammad Shah III  

(d) Yusuf Adil Shah  

57. With reference to revenue collection by Cornwallis, consider the following statements:

1. Under the Ryotwari Settlement of revenue collection, the peasants were exempted from revenue payment in case of bad harvests or natural calamities.

2. Under the Permanent Settlement in Bengal, if the Zamindar failed to pay his revenues to the state, on or before the fixed date, he would be removed from his Zamindari.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only  

(b) 2 only  

(c) Both 1 and 2  

(d) Neither 1 nor 2  

58. Consider the following statements:

1. There are no parables in Upanishads.

2. Upanishads were composed earlier than the Puranas.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only  

(b) 2 only  

(c) Both 1 and 2  

(d) Neither 1 nor 2  

59. Consider the following statements:

1. India is a member of the International Grains Council.

2. A country needs to be a member of the International Grains Council for exporting or importing rice and wheat.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only  

(b) 2 only  

(c) Both 1 and 2  

(d) Neither 1 nor 2  

60. Which one of the following was the latest inclusion in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO?

(a) Chhau dance  

(b) Durga puja  

(c) Garba dance  

(d) Kumbh mela  

61. Who was the Provisional President of the Constituent Assembly before Dr. Rajendra Prasad took over?

(a) C. Rajagopalachari  

(b) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar  

(c) T.T. Krishnamachari  

(d) Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha  

62. With reference to the Government of India Act, 1935, consider the following statements:

1. It provided for the establishment of an All India Federation based on the union of the British Indian Provinces and Princely States.

2. Defence and Foreign Affairs were kept under the control of the federal legislature.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only  

(b) 2 only  

(c) Both 1 and 2  

(d) Neither 1 nor 2  

63. Which one of the following is a work attributed to playwright Bhasa?

(a) Kavyalankara  

(b) Natyashastra  

(c) Madhyama-vyayoga  

(d) Mahabhashya  

64. Sanghabhuti, an Indian Buddhist monk, who travelled to China at the end of the fourth century AD, was the author of a commentary on:

(a) Prajnaparamita Sutra  

(b) Visuddhimagga  

(c) Sarvastivada Vinaya  

(d) Lalitavistara  

65. Consider the following properties included in the World Heritage List released by UNESCO:

1. Shantiniketan

2. Rani-ki-Vav

3. Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas

4. Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodhgaya

How many of the above properties were included in 2023?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) Only three  

(d) All four  

66. As per Article 368 of the Constitution of India, the Parliament may amend any provision of the Constitution by way of:

1. Addition

2. Variation

3. Repeal

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only  

(b) 2 and 3 only  

(c) 1 and 3 only  

(d) 1, 2 and 3  

67. Consider the following countries:

1. Italy

2. Japan

3. Nigeria

4. South Korea

5. South Africa

Which of the above countries are frequently mentioned in the media for their low birth rates, or ageing population or declining population?

(a) 1, 2 and 4  

(b) 1, 3 and 5  

(c) 2 and 4 only  

(d) 3 and 5 only  

68. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of a Money Bill in the Parliament?

1. Article 109 mentions special procedure in respect of Money Bills.

2. A Money Bill shall not be introduced in the Council of States.

3. The Rajya Sabha can either approve the Bill or suggest changes but cannot reject it.

4. Amendments to a Money Bill suggested by the Rajya Sabha have to be accepted by the Lok Sabha.

Select the answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only  

(b) 2 and 3 only  

(c) 1, 2 and 3  

(d) 1, 3 and 4  

69. Which of the following is/are correctly matched in terms of equivalent rank in the three services of Indian Defence forces?

Army

Airforce

Navy

1. Brigadier

Air Commodore

Commander

2. Major General

Air Vice Marshal

Vice Admiral

3. Major

Squadron Leader

Lieutenant Commander

4. Lieutenant Colonel

Group Captain

Captain

Select the answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 and 4  

(b) 1 and 3  

(c) 2, 3 and 4  

(d) 3 only  

70. The North Eastern Council (NEC) was established by the North Eastern Council Act, 1971. Subsequent to the amendment of NEC Act in 2002, the Council comprises which of the following members?

1. Governor of the Constituent State

2. Chief Minister of the Constituent State

3. Three Members to be nominated by the President of India

4. The Home Minister of India

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only  

(b) 1, 3 and 4 only  

(c) 2 and 4 only  

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4  

71. How many Delimitation Commissions have been constituted by the Government of India till December 2023?

(a) One  

(b) Two  

(c) Three  

(d) Four  

72. The Constitution (71st Amendment) Act, 1992 amends the Eighth Schedule to the Constitution to include which of the following languages?

1. Konkani

2. Manipuri

3. Nepali

4. Maithili

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

(a) 1, 2 and 3  

(b) 1, 2 and 4  

(c) 1, 3 and 4  

(d) 2, 3 and 4  

73. Consider the following pairs:

Party

Its Leader

1. Bharatiya Jana Sangh

Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee

2. Socialist Party

C. Rajagopalachari

3. Congress for Democracy

Jagjivan Ram

4. Swatantra Party

Acharya Narendra Dev

How many of the above are correctly matched?

(a) Only one  

(b) Only two  

(c) Only three  

(d) All four  

74. Consider the following statements as per the Constitution of India:

1. Powers of the Municipalities are given in Part IX A of the Constitution.

2. Emergency provisions are given in Part XVIII of the Constitution.

3. Provisions related to the amendment of the Constitution are given in Part XX of the Constitution.

Select the answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only  

(b) 2 and 3 only  

(c) 1 and 3 only  

(d) 1, 2 and 3  

75. Which one of the following statements is correct as per the Constitution of India?

(a) Inter-State trade and commerce is a State subject under the State List.  

(b) Inter-State migration is a State subject under the State List.  

(c) Inter-State quarantine is a Union subject under the Union List.  

(d) Corporation tax is a State subject under the State List.