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Environment20 Economy19 Polity & governance19 History17 Science & technology12 Geography11 Modern history9 Polity and governance9 Agriculture7 Indian society7 Indian geography6 Biotechnology5 Ecology5 Ancient india4 Biodiversity4 Climate change4 Current affairs4 Internal security4 International relations4 Macroeconomics4 Medieval india4 Modern indian history4 Social justice4 World geography4

UPSC 2021 PYQ with Answers

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  1. Q1 2021 Prelims GS

    Consider the following statements:
    1. The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is appointed by the Central Government.
    2. Certain provisions in the Constitution of India give the Central Government the right to issue directions to the RBI in public interest.
    3. The Governor of the RBI draws his power from the RBI Act.
    Which of the above statements are correct?

    Banking & monetary policyEconomyGovernor's appointment & section 7 rbi act directions
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  2. Q2 2021 Prelims GS

    With reference to casual workers employed in India, consider the following statements:
    1. All casual workers are entitled for Employees Provident Fund coverage.
    2. All casual workers are entitled for regular working hours and overtime payment.
    3. The government can by a notification specify that an establishment or industry shall pay wages only through its bank account.
    Which of the above statements are correct?

    Casual workers' entitlements & mode of wage paymentEconomyLabour & employment
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