UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 286

Which among the following is a NOT valid reason for slow implementation of the directive principles of state policy ?

Which among the following is the key feature of Tropical rain forests?

Consider the following statements regarding the term "Dvija" in the context of the ancient Indian caste system:

1. The term denotes the male member of a Brahmin Family.
2. Dvijas were allowed to perform certain sacred rites and rituals in the traditional Brahmanical society.

Which of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following organisms:

1. Starfish
2. Oyster 
3. Beetles

Which of the above is/are classified under “Benthos” biotic community?

Recently, nine rebel MLAs of the Uttarakhand Congress were disqualified under the anti-defection law. With this reference, consider the following statements about the anti-defection law:

1. The power to decide cases of such disqualification is vested in the hands of the governor of the state
2. The decision regarding disqualification arising out of defection is not subject to judicial review

Which of the above statements is/are correct?