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History2011Not Attempted

The Jain philosophy holds that the world is created and maintained by:

Science & Technology2011Not Attempted

When the bark of a tree is removed in a circular fashion all around near its base, it gradually dries up and dies because

History2011Not Attempted

India maintained its early cultural contacts and trade links with Southeast Asia across the Bay of Bengal. For this pre-eminence of the early maritime history of the Bay of Bengal, which of the following could be the most convincing Solution/Solutions?

Economy2011Not Attempted

Which one of the following statements appropriately describes the “fiscal stimulus”?

Environment & Ecology2011Not Attempted

Biodiversity forms the basis for human existence in the following ways: 1. Soil formation 2. Prevention of soil erosion 3. Recycling of waste 4. Pollination of crops Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Science & Technology2011Not Attempted

What is a “Virtual Private Network”?

History2011Not Attempted

With reference to the period of colonial rule in India, “Home Charges” formed an important part of the drain of wealth from India. Which of the following funds constituted “Home Charges”? 1. Funds used to support the India Office in London. 2. Funds used to pay salaries and pensions of British personnel engaged in India. 3. Funds used for waging wars outside India by the British. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Economy2011Not Attempted

In terms of economy, the visit by foreign nationals to witness the XIX common Wealth Games in India amounted to:

Science & Technology2011Not Attempted

At present, scientists can determine the arrangement or relative positions of genes of DNA sequences on a chromosome. How does this knowledge benefit us? 1. It is possible to know the pedigree of livestock. 2. It is possible to understand the causes of all human diseases. 3. It is possible to develop disease-resistant animal breeds. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Economy2011Not Attempted

Consider the following actions which the government can take: 1. Devaluing the domestic currency. 2. Reduction in the export subsidy. 3. Adopting suitable policies which attract greater FDI and more funds from FIIs. Which of the above action(s) can help in reducing the current account deficit?

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