UPSC CSE Prelims 2024: General Studies Paper I (PYQ) - Previous Year Paper
The UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2024 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 2025 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.Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The atmosphere is heated more by incoming solar radiation than by terrestrial radiation. Statement-II: Carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are good absorbers of long wave radiation. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
- ABoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- BBoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- CStatement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
- DStatement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
Q2.Consider the following: 1. Pyroclastic debris 2. Ash and dust 3. Nitrogen compounds 4. Sulphur compounds How many of the above are products of volcanic eruptions?
- AOnly one
- BOnly two
- COnly three
- DAll four
Q3.Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Thickness of the troposphere at the equator is much greater as compared to poles. Statement-II: At the equator, heat is transported to great heights by strong convectional currents. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
- ABoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
- BBoth Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
- CStatement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
- DStatement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct
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