General Studies Paper I (GS-I)

High-yield current affairs dossiers and Prelims MCQs mapped strictly to UPSC GS-1 syllabus: Indian Heritage, Modern History, Geography, and Social Demographics.

Core Syllabus Dimensions Covered:

  • § Indian Heritage, Culture & Architecture
  • § Modern Indian History & Freedom Struggle
  • § World History & Decolonization
  • § Physical, Human & Economic Geography
  • § Indian Society, Diversity & Urbanization

⚡ High-Yield Practice Questions (GS-I)

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Social Justice & Schemes

Consider the following statements regarding the 'अंतर-जातीय विवाह प्रोत्साहन योजना' (Inter-Caste Marriage Promotion Scheme): 1. It is implemented by the Maharashtra government to encourage inter-caste marriages and promote a caste-discrimination-free society. 2. The scheme provides financial assistance solely to cover pre-marriage ceremonial expenses incurred by eligible couples. 3. The overarching objective of the initiative includes breaking caste barriers, fostering community harmony, and strengthening values of fraternity, dignity, and social unity. Which of the statements given above are correct?

  • [A] 1 and 2 only
  • [B] 1 and 3 only
  • [C] 2 and 3 only
  • [D] 1, 2 and 3
▶ Reveal Official Answer & Analytical Explanation
✓ Correct Option: [B] 1 and 3 only

Statement 1 is correct because the text explicitly states that the Maharashtra government implements the 'अंतर-जातीय विवाह प्रोत्साहन योजना' to encourage inter-caste marriages and promote a caste-discrimination-free society. Statement 2 is incorrect because the financial assistance is provided to help couples overcome initial post-marriage financial and social challenges, such as managing daily expenses and buying essential household items to set up their new home, not solely pre-marriage ceremonial expenses. Statement 3 is correct as the initiative aims to break caste barriers, foster community harmony, and strengthen values of fraternity, dignity, and social unity.

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Economy

Consider the following statements regarding the nationwide 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' launched by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare: 1. It emphasizes balanced nutrient management guided by Soil Health Cards and encourages natural farming practices such as using Bijamrit and Ghan Jeevamrit. 2. It advocates crop diversification and a shift toward Green Ammonia to promote sustainable soil health and fertilizer self-reliance. 3. It redirects the entire annual fertilizer subsidy outlay of ₹1.5 lakh crore directly to fund rural housing under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Gramin (PMAY-G). 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
▶ Reveal Official Answer & Analytical Explanation
✓ Correct Option: [A] 1 and 2 only

Statements 1 and 2 are correct: The 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' promotes soil restoration through Soil Health Cards, natural inputs (Bijamrit and Ghan Jeevamrit), crop diversification, and Green Ammonia adoption for self-reliance. Statement 3 is incorrect: The government provides over ₹1.5 lakh crore as a fertilizer subsidy to support farmers, whereas the ₹1,343.06 crore under PMAY-G was a separate grant formally sanctioned for constructing pucca houses for eligible rural poor households in Haryana.

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Social Justice & Schemes

Consider the following statements regarding the nationwide 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan': 1. It is a 40-day nationwide campaign launched by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare to promote sustainable agriculture and soil health. 2. The campaign aims to reach approximately one crore farmers with the active involvement of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVK) and 'ATMA' teams. 3. The primary focus areas include balanced fertilizer usage based on soil tests, stubble management, crop diversification, and leveraging agricultural schemes. 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
▶ Reveal Official Answer & Analytical Explanation
✓ Correct Option: [D] 1, 2 and 3

All the statements are correct. The 40-day nationwide 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' has been launched by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare to focus on soil health, balanced fertilizers, stubble management, and crop diversification. It aims to reach around 1 crore farmers through the joint field deployment of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVK) and 'ATMA' teams.

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Recent GS-I Current Affairs & Policy Briefs

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