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UPSSSC PET · Previous year papers · 2021

UPSSSC PET 2021 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

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Q1 · Gupta Empire
Which Chinese traveler visited India during the reign of Gupta emperor Chandragupta II and left detailed accounts of Indian society?
- A. Hiuen Tsang
- B. Fa-Hien
- C. I-Tsing
- D. Wang Hiuen-tse
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Fa-Hien visited India during the reign of Chandragupta II (around 405-411 CE) and documented Indian society, Buddhism, and the Gupta administration in his travelogue.
Q2 · Delhi Sultanate
Who was the first Sultan of Delhi to introduce the 'Market Control System' to regulate prices and prevent hoarding?
- A. Iltutmish
- B. Balban
- C. Alauddin Khilji
- D. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Answer and solution
Answer: C
Alauddin Khilji introduced the Market Control System to regulate prices, prevent hoarding, and ensure supply of essential commodities to maintain a large standing army.
Q3 · British Rule & 1857 Revolt
The Doctrine of Lapse policy, which was used to annex several Indian princely states, was primarily associated with which Governor-General?
- A. Lord Wellesley
- B. Lord Dalhousie
- C. Lord Cornwallis
- D. Lord Curzon
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Lord Dalhousie aggressively applied the Doctrine of Lapse (1848-56), annexing states like Satara, Jhansi, and Nagpur when rulers died without natural heirs, fueling resentment that contributed to the 1857 Revolt.
Q4 · Early Phase of Freedom Movement
Which leader is associated with the founding of the Servants of India Society in 1905 to promote social and political reform?
- A. Bal Gangadhar Tilak
- B. Gopal Krishna Gokhale
- C. Lala Lajpat Rai
- D. Bipin Chandra Pal
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Gopal Krishna Gokhale founded the Servants of India Society in 1905 to train Indians for national service and promote constitutional reform.
Q5 · Revolutionary Movement
The Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) was formed in 1928 by reorganizing which earlier revolutionary organization?
- A. Anushilan Samiti
- B. Ghadar Party
- C. Hindustan Republican Association
- D. Abhinav Bharat Society
Answer and solution
Answer: C
The Hindustan Republican Association, founded in 1924, was reorganized as the HSRA in 1928 by Bhagat Singh, Chandrashekhar Azad, and others to include socialist ideology.
Q6 · Mountains & Glaciers
The Siachen Glacier, one of the largest glaciers in India, is located in which mountain range?
- A. Greater Himalayas
- B. Karakoram Range
- C. Pir Panjal Range
- D. Zanskar Range
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The Siachen Glacier is located in the Karakoram Range in the eastern part of the Ladakh region.
Q7 · Quit India Movement
Which of the following slogans is associated with the Quit India Movement?
- A. Inquilab Zindabad
- B. Do or Die
- C. Jai Hind
- D. Vande Mataram
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The slogan 'Do or Die' was given by Mahatma Gandhi during the Quit India Movement, calling for determined action against British rule.
Q8 · Mineral Resources
Which of the following minerals is Jharkhand particularly known for producing in large quantities?
- A. Bauxite
- B. Mica
- C. Gold
- D. Petroleum
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Jharkhand is one of the leading producers of mica in India, along with other minerals like coal and iron ore.
Q9 · Planning Commission & Five-Year Plans (1947-1991)
The First Five-Year Plan of India (1951-1956) primarily focused on:
- A. Rapid industrialization through heavy industries
- B. Agriculture and irrigation projects
- C. Skill development and employment generation
- D. Poverty alleviation and rural housing
Answer and solution
Answer: B
The First Five-Year Plan emphasized agriculture and irrigation, reflecting the Harrod-Domar growth model and aiming to address food shortages.
Q10 · White Revolution & Operation Flood
Operation Flood, also known as the White Revolution, was launched to promote:
- A. Wheat production through hybrid seeds
- B. Milk production through cooperative dairy development
- C. Cotton production through improved varieties
- D. Fisheries development through aquaculture
Answer and solution
Answer: B
Operation Flood, launched in 1970 under Dr. Verghese Kurien, aimed at promoting milk production through cooperative dairy development, making India the world's largest milk producer.

Breakdown by subject

Indian History
5 questions
Indian National Movement
3 questions
Geography
3 questions
Indian Economy
3 questions
Indian Constitution & Public Administration
3 questions
General Science
1 questions
Elementary Arithmetic
1 questions

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