UPSC Prelims Full Length Test - 73

Consider the following statements regarding “Atharvaveda”:

1. Atharvaveda is a collection of magic spells and charms to ward off evil spirits and diseases.
2. The Atharvaveda is considered the fourth Veda and is a late addition to the Vedic texts of Hinduism.

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Which of the following pairs of Indian Prime Ministers and their specific achievements are correctly matched?

1. Indira Gandhi – Integration of Sikkim as an Indian state in 1975
2. Lal Bahadur Shastri – Green Revolution
3. Narasimha Rao – Abolition of License Raj
4. Morarji Desai – Banned currency notes worth Rs 1,000, Rs 5,000 and Rs 10,000

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Which of the following committees have been constituted to recommend reforms in criminal laws?

1. Ranbir Singh Committee
2. Madhav Menon Committee
3. Rajinder Sachar Committee
4. Malimath Committee

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With reference to India, which of the following birds are winter migratory and listed as 'Least Concern' in the IUCN Red List:

1. Amur Falcon
2. Bar-headed Geese
3. Bluethroat
4. Great-white Pelican

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Consider the following statements regarding the places where Buddhist councils have been held:

1. India
2. Sri Lanka
3. Myanmar
4. Cambodia

Which of the above places have hosted a Buddhist council?