UPSC CSE Prelims 2022: General Studies Paper I (PYQ) - Previous Year Paper
The UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2022 General Studies Paper I is one of the most important papers for IAS aspirants. This Previous Year Question paper features 100 MCQs spanning Indian Polity & Governance, History & Culture, Geography, Economy, Environment & Ecology, Science & Technology, and Current Affairs. With 200 marks at stake in 120 minutes and 1/3rd negative marking, every question demands precision. By solving this PYQ on AI Test Planet, you gain insight into UPSC's evolving question trends, the weight given to different subjects, and the analytical depth expected — invaluable data for tailoring your 2023 preparation strategy.
Duration
120 mins
Questions
100 MCQs
Total Marks
200 pts
Negative
-0.66 per wrong
Topics Covered in This Paper
Sample Questions
Q1."Rapid Financing Instrument" and "Rapid Credit Facility" are related to the provisions of lending by which one of the following?
- AAsian Development Bank
- BInternational Monetary Fund
- CUnited Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative
- DWorld Bank
Q2.With reference to the Indian economy, consider the following statements: 1. An increase in Nominal Effective Exchange Rate (NEER) indicates the appreciation of rupee. 2. An increase in the Real Effective Exchange Rate (REER) indicates an improvement in trade competitiveness. 3. An increasing trend in domestic inflation relative to inflation in other countries is likely to cause an increasing divergence between NEER and REER. Which of the above statements are correct?
- A1 and 2 only
- B2 and 3 only
- C1 and 3 only
- D1, 2 and 3
Q3.With reference to the Indian economy, consider the following statements: 1. If the inflation is too high, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to buy government securities. 2. If the rupee is rapidly depreciating, RBI is likely to sell dollars in the market. 3. If interest rates in the USA or European Union were to fall, that is likely to induce RBI to buy dollars. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- A1 and 2 only
- B2 and 3 only
- C1 and 3 only
- D1, 2 and 3
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many questions are in the UPSC CSE Prelims 2022: General Studies Paper I previous year paper?
- This paper has 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 200 marks in total, to be attempted in 120 minutes.
- Is the UPSC CSE Prelims 2022: General Studies Paper I previous year paper free to attempt?
- Yes. You can attempt the full paper online for free on AI Test Planet, and see your score and correct answers immediately after submitting.
- Does this paper have negative marking?
- Yes, marks are deducted for wrong answers, mirroring the actual UPSC marking scheme. Unanswered questions carry no penalty.
- Are solutions and explanations available?
- Yes. After you submit, every question shows the correct answer with a step-by-step explanation, along with a topic-wise breakdown of your performance.
- Which year is this UPSC paper from?
- This is the 2022 paper. You can attempt other years of the same exam from the UPSC papers page.