UPSC CSE Prelims Important Questions 2024 for General Studies (GS) with Answers

UPSC CSE Prelims Important Questions 2024: The Union Public Service Commission's (UPSC) Civil Service Examination (CSE) is scheduled for June 16, 2024. The UPSC CSE prelims exam is divided into two papers i.e. general studies 1 and general studies 2 (CSAT). The UPSC CSE general studies question paper comprises important questions from subjects like history, general science, geography, economy, current events, polity, Indian national movement, environmental issues and much more. 

In this article, we have shared the list of important questions frequently asked in the UPSC CSE 2024 exam. Candidates can check the questions provided below.

Most Expected Questions for UPSC CSE Prelims 2024

Check out the top questions discussed below that were repeatedly asked in the preliminary examination from history, general science, geography, economy, current events, polity, Indian national movement, environmental issues, and so on.

Q1. Which one of the following is the best example of repeated falls at sea level, giving rise to present-day extensive marshland? 

(a) Bhitarkanika Mangroves 

(b) Marakkanam Salt Pans 

(c) Naupada Swamp 

(d) Rann of Kutch

Answer: d

Q2. About three-fourths of world's cobalt, a metal required for the manufacture of batteries for electric motor vehicles, is produced by

(a) Argentina

(b) Botswana

(c) the Democratic Republic. of the Congo

(d) Kazakhstan

Answer: c

Q3. Consider the following statements: 

Statement- I: Marsupials are not naturally found in India.

Statement-II: Marsupials can thrive only in montane grasslands with no predators.

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 is the correct explanation for Statement-I

(b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I

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

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

Answer: c

Q4: Consider the following statements: 

1. Some mushrooms have medicinal properties. 
2. Some mushrooms have psychoactive properties. 
3. Some mushrooms have insecticidal properties. 
4. Some mushrooms have bioluminescent properties. 

How many of the above statements are correct? 

(a) Only one 

(b) Only two 

(c) Only three 

(d) All four 

Answer: d

Q5: Which of the following organisms performs a waggle dance for others of their kin to indicate the direction and distance to a source of their food? 

(a) Butterflies 

(b) Dragonflies 

(c) Honeybees 

(d) Wasps

Answer: c

Q6: Consider the following statements :

1. Some microorganisms can grow in environments with temperature above the boiling point of water.
2. Some microorganisms can grow in environments with temperatures below the freezing point of water.
3. Some microorganisms can grow in highly acidic environments with a pH below 3.

How many of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only one

(b) Only two

(c) All three

(d) None

Answer: c

Q7: Consider the following: 

1. Aerosols 
2. Foam agents 
3. Fire retardants 
4. Lubricants 

In the making, how many of the above hydrofluorocarbons are used? 

(a) Only one 

(b) Only two 

(c) Only three 

(d) All four

Answer: c

Q8: Consider the following markets: 

1. Government Bond Market 
2. Call Money Market 
3. Treasury Bill Market 
4. Stock Market 

How many of the above are included in capital markets? 

(a) Only one 

(b) Only two 

(c) Only three 

(d) All four 

Answer: b

Q9: In India, which one of the following Constitutional Amendments was widely believed to be enacted to overcome the judicial interpretations of the Fundamental Rights?

(a) 1st Amendment

(b) 42nd Amendment

(c) 44th Amendment

(d) 86th Amendment

Answer: b

Q10. In which one of the following regions was Dhanyakataka, which flourished as a prominent Buddhist centre under the Mahasanghikas, located?

(a) Andhra

(b) Gandhara

(c) Kalinga

(d) Magadha

Answer: a

Q11. With reference to ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar and Muchiri were well known as

(a) capital cities

(b) ports

(c) centres of iron-and-steel making

(d) shrines of Jain Tirthankaras 

Answer: b

Q12. With reference Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), consider the

 following statements :

1. IRNSS has three satellites in geostationary and four satellites in geosynchronous orbits.
2. IRNSS covers entire India and about 5500 sq. Km beyond its order.
3. India will have its own satellite navigation system with full global coverage by the middle of 2019.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

1. 1 only
2. 1 and 2 only
3. 2 and 3 only
4. None 

Answer: a

Q13. With reference to solar power production in India, consider the following statements :

1. India is largest in the world in the manufacture of silicon wafers used in photovoltaic units
2. The solar power tariffs are determined by the Solar Energy Corporation of India.

Which of the following statements given above is/are correct ?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: d

Q14. Which one of the following foreign travellers elaborately discussed about Diamonds and diamond mines in India?

(a) Francois Bernier

(b) Jean-Baptiste Tavernier

(c) Jean de Thevenot

(d) Abbe Barthelemy Carre

Answer: b

Q15. How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)?

1. The NGT has been established by an act, and the CPCB has been created by an executive order of the government.
2. The NGT provides environmental justice and helps reduce the burden of litigation in the High Courts, whereas the CPCB promotes the cleanliness of streams and wells, aims to improve the quality of air in the country.

Which of the statements given below is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: b

Q16.  Which of the following is/ are the indicator/ indicators used by/ IFPRI to compute the Global Hunger Index Report?

1. Undernourishment

2. Child stunting

3. Child mortality

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1, 2 and 3

(d) 1 and 3 only

Answer: c

Q17.  With reference to ‘LiFi’, recently in the news, which of the following statements is/ are correct?

1. It uses light as the medium for high speed data transmission

2. It is a wireless technology and is several times faster than WiFi.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2 

Answer: c

Q18. Which one of the following books of ancient India has the love story of the son of the founder of Sunga dynasty?

(a) Swapnavasavadatta

(b) Malavikagnimitra

(c) Meghadoota

(d) Ratnavali

Answer: b

Q19. Which of the following is/ are included in the capital budget of the government of India?

1. Expenditure on acquisition of assets like roads, buildings, machinery etc.

2. Loans received from foreign governments

3. Loans and advance granted to the states and Union Territories

Select the correct answer using the code given below

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: c

Q20. Consider the following statements:

1. The chief secretary in a state is appointed by the governor of that state

2. The Chief Secretary in a state has a fixed tenure

Which of the statements given above is correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2 

Answer: d

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