OPSC OAS Test Series 2026 | Prelims & Mains | Odisha Civil Services

25-07-2026

10 Questions 10 Minutes 20 Marks +2 Correct -0.66 Wrong
10:00
Question 1

Consider the following statements regarding the Doctrine of Basic Structure:

  1. The doctrine was evolved by the Supreme Court in the Kesavananda Bharati case.
  2. It prevents Parliament from amending any provision of the Constitution.
  3. Judicial Review is regarded as a part of the Basic Structure.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Question 2

Consider the following statements regarding the Tropic of Cancer:

  1. It passes through eight Indian States.
  2. It is the northernmost latitude receiving the Sun's vertical rays.
  3. It divides India into almost two equal halves.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Question 3

Consider the following statements regarding the Repo Rate:

  1. It is the rate at which the Reserve Bank of India lends money to commercial banks.
  2. An increase in the Repo Rate generally reduces liquidity in the economy.
  3. The Monetary Policy Committee decides the Repo Rate.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Question 4

Consider the following statements regarding National Parks in India:

  1. Grazing of livestock is generally prohibited.
  2. State Governments cannot alter the boundaries of a National Park without the approval of Parliament.
  3. National Parks are declared under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Question 5

Consider the following statements regarding the Indus Valley Civilization:

  1. It was predominantly urban in character.
  2. Evidence of planned drainage systems has been found.
  3. Iron tools were widely used during this civilization.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Question 6

Consider the following statements regarding the Government of India Act, 1935:

  1. It introduced Provincial Autonomy.
  2. It proposed the establishment of an All-India Federation.
  3. It abolished the office of the Governor.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Question 7

Consider the following statements regarding DNA:

  1. DNA carries hereditary information.
  2. DNA consists of four nitrogenous bases.
  3. DNA is present only in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Question 8

Consider the following statements regarding the Ajanta Caves:

  1. They are primarily associated with Buddhism.
  2. Most paintings depict the Jataka Tales.
  3. They were constructed during the Mughal period.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Question 9

Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Monsoon:

  1. The southwest monsoon reaches Kerala before the rest of India.
  2. The retreating monsoon mainly affects the Coromandel Coast.
  3. The northeast monsoon contributes significantly to the rainfall of Tamil Nadu.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Question 10

Consider the following statements regarding the Election Commission of India:

  1. It is a constitutional body.
  2. It conducts elections to Parliament and State Legislatures.
  3. It conducts elections to Panchayats and Municipalities.

How many of the above statements are correct?

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