2021

71. Which one of the following is not an essential component of Improvised

Which one of the following is not an essential component of Improvised Explosive Device (IED)?

Join Our Telegram Channel
Explosive
Detonator
Mechanical timer/Mechanical clock
Power source
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021
Download PDFAttempt Online
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) fundamentally requires an explosive charge and a method to initiate it (detonator/initiator). Often, a power source is needed to enable the initiation mechanism, especially for electronic or timed devices. A mechanical timer or mechanical clock is one specific type of initiator delay mechanism, but it is not essential for *all* IEDs. An IED could use a different initiation method, such as a simple fuse, a pressure plate, a remote trigger, or a different type of timer (electronic, chemical). Therefore, the mechanical timer/clock is the least essential component among the options listed for a general IED definition.
The essential components of most IEDs are the explosive fill, the detonator, and an initiation system (which may include a power source and a trigger/timer mechanism). Different types of initiation systems exist; a mechanical timer is only one example of a delay mechanism.
IEDs are highly variable in design and components, limited only by the knowledge and materials available to the builder. The primary components enable the device to function as an explosive weapon: the explosive material provides the destructive energy, and the detonator/initiator causes the explosive to detonate. The method of triggering can vary widely, including command detonation (remote), time delay (mechanical, electronic, chemical), or victim-operated (pressure plate, tripwire).

Subscribe on YouTube

72. There are many advantages of Motorised Patrol. But there are some disa

There are many advantages of Motorised Patrol. But there are some disadvantages also. Which one of the following is a disadvantage of Motorised Patrol ?

Subscribe on YouTube
Because it moves at a fast speed, it is unable to establish personal contact.
It can cover larger area in less time.
It is affected by weather conditions.
There is an element of physical fatigue.
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021
Download PDFAttempt Online
Motorised patrol has several advantages, such as speed and ability to cover large areas (Option B is an advantage) and reduced physical fatigue (Option D is an advantage). However, moving quickly in a vehicle inherently limits the opportunity for detailed observation and personal interaction with people in the area being patrolled. This lack of personal contact is a significant disadvantage compared to foot patrol, which allows for community engagement and closer scrutiny of the environment. Option A correctly identifies this drawback. Option C (affected by weather conditions) can be a disadvantage, but Option A is a more fundamental and commonly cited limitation of motorized patrols regarding their effectiveness in community policing or detailed surveillance.
Motorised patrol emphasizes speed and coverage, while foot patrol emphasizes detailed observation, personal interaction, and visibility. These are trade-offs in patrol strategies.
Effective security and policing often utilize a mix of patrol types, including foot, bicycle, vehicle, and sometimes specialized modes like mounted patrol, to leverage the advantages of each and mitigate their disadvantages.

Join Our Telegram Channel

73. The first industrial undertaking where CISF was inducted was

The first industrial undertaking where CISF was inducted was

Subscribe on YouTube
HEC, Ranchi.
RCFL, Mumbai.
BCCL, Dhanbad.
Rourkela Steel Plant.
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021
Download PDFAttempt Online
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) was established in 1969. The first industrial undertaking where CISF personnel were deployed was the Fertilizer Corporation of India (FCI) plant located in Trombay, Mumbai. Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd. (RCFL) is the successor entity to this unit of FCI. Therefore, RCFL, Mumbai, represents the first industrial undertaking where CISF was inducted among the given options.
CISF was created to provide integrated security cover to public sector undertakings (PSUs) across India.
Other early deployments included Heavy Engineering Corporation (HEC) Ranchi, Rourkela Steel Plant, and various coal mines under entities like BCCL, but the FCI Trombay unit (now part of RCFL) was the first.

Join Our Telegram Channel

74. No appeal under the CISF Rules shall be entertained, under normal circ

No appeal under the CISF Rules shall be entertained, under normal circumstances, unless it is submitted within

Join Our Telegram Channel
90 days from the date on which the appellant received copy of the order appealed against.
60 days from the date on which the appellant received copy of the order appealed against.
30 days from the date on which the appellant received copy of the order appealed against.
45 days from the date on which the appellant received copy of the order appealed against.
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021
Download PDFAttempt Online
According to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Rules, 2001, Rule 35(1)(a) specifies the period of limitation for appeals. It states that “No appeal under these rules shall be entertained unless it is submitted within a period of thirty days from the date on which a copy of the order appealed against is delivered to the appellant”. This aligns with option C.
Specific rules governing the functioning and internal administration of armed forces like CISF contain detailed procedures, including timelines for appeals against disciplinary or other orders.
The rules also provide for the appellate authority to entertain an appeal after the expiry of the specified period if it is satisfied that the appellant had sufficient cause for not submitting the appeal in time, but this is under exceptional circumstances, not “under normal circumstances” as specified in the question.

Subscribe on YouTube

75. Which one of the following statements about BIMSTEC is not correct ?

Which one of the following statements about BIMSTEC is not correct ?

Subscribe on YouTube
It is a regional organization comprising eight member states lying in the littoral and adjacent areas of the Bay of Bengal.
This sub-regional organization came into being in 1997 through the Bangkok Declaration.
Nepal and Myanmar are members of BIMSTEC.
It is a platform of inter-regional co-operation between SAARC and ASEAN members.
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021
Download PDFAttempt Online
BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) is a regional organization comprising seven member states: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. Statement A says it comprises eight member states, which is incorrect.
BIMSTEC connects South Asia and Southeast Asia, focusing on economic and technical cooperation.
– Statement B is correct: BIMSTEC was established on 6 June 1997 with the signing of the Bangkok Declaration.
– Statement C is correct: Nepal and Myanmar are full members of BIMSTEC.
– Statement D is correct: BIMSTEC includes countries from both the SAARC region (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka) and the ASEAN region (Myanmar, Thailand), serving as a bridge between the two.

Join Our Telegram Channel

76. Constitution Day is celebrated on

Constitution Day is celebrated on

Join Our Telegram Channel
26<sup>th</sup> November.
26<sup>th</sup> January.
26<sup>th</sup> May.
26<sup>th</sup> August.
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021
Download PDFAttempt Online
Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) is celebrated in India on 26th November every year to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India. The Constitution was adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India on 26th November 1949 and came into effect on 26th January 1950. The government declared 26th November as Constitution Day in 2015 as part of the celebrations of the 125th birth anniversary of B. R. Ambedkar, who chaired the drafting committee of the Constituent Assembly.
26th November marks the adoption of the Constitution, while 26th January is celebrated as Republic Day, marking the date the Constitution came into full effect.
Prior to 2015, 26th November was celebrated as National Law Day. The first Constitution Day was celebrated on 26th November 2015.

Subscribe on YouTube

77. Which of the following statements about the term ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha

Which of the following statements about the term ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ is/are correct ?

Subscribe on YouTube
  • 1. It is an idea of sustained cultural connect between denizens of different regions.
  • 2. This was mooted in commemoration of the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
  • 3. It fosters common spirit of understanding among different States and UTs.

Select the correct answer using the code below :

1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021
Download PDFAttempt Online
The ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ programme aims to enhance interaction and promote mutual understanding between people of different states/UTs in India.
1. It facilitates sustained cultural connect between regions through pairing one state with another for exchange activities. This supports statement 1.
2. The programme was announced by the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, on October 31, 2015, on the occasion of the 140th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who was instrumental in the integration of India. This supports statement 2.
3. By promoting exchange activities in areas like language, literature, cuisine, festivals, cultural events, tourism, etc., the programme fosters a common spirit of understanding and bonding between states and UTs. This supports statement 3.
All three statements correctly describe the objectives and origin of the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ programme.
The programme embodies the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ (One India, Great India) and aims to celebrate the unity in diversity of India.
Under the programme, states and Union Territories are paired with each other for a year during which they carry out structured engagement with each other in various fields like culture, education, tourism, etc.

Join Our Telegram Channel

78. Which country will host the 26 th UN Climate Change Conference of the

Which country will host the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP 26) ?

Join Our Telegram Channel
UK
Germany
Russia
France
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021
Download PDFAttempt Online
The 26th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 26) to the UNFCCC was hosted by the UK in partnership with Italy. It was held in Glasgow, UK, from 31 October to 13 November 2021. Although originally scheduled for 2020, it was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The UK remained the designated host country.
The Conference of the Parties (COP) is the supreme decision-making body of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). It meets annually to review the Convention’s implementation.
Italy was a partner in hosting COP 26, primarily by hosting the pre-COP event and the Youth4Climate event in Milan. The COP Presidency rotates among the five recognized UN regions.

Subscribe on YouTube

79. Green Strategic Partnership was entered into on 28 th September, 2020

Green Strategic Partnership was entered into on 28th September, 2020 between India and

Join Our Telegram Channel
Nepal.
Bhutan.
Germany.
Denmark.
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021
Download PDFAttempt Online
India and Denmark entered into a Green Strategic Partnership on September 28, 2020, during a virtual summit between the Prime Ministers of both countries. This partnership aims to enhance cooperation in green technologies, climate change, sustainable energy, and water management.
Strategic partnerships are important mechanisms for countries to deepen cooperation on specific priority areas. The ‘Green Strategic Partnership’ highlights the focus on environmental sustainability and climate action.
The Green Strategic Partnership is described as one of the first of its kind between India and an EU country. It focuses on areas like offshore wind energy, water technology, waste management, and sustainable agriculture.

Subscribe on YouTube

80. Which of the following statements in respect of India-Bangladesh Joint

Which of the following statements in respect of India-Bangladesh Joint Summit held on 17 December, 2020 is/are correct ?

  • 1. Both sides reiterated their strong resolve to eliminate terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.
  • 2. Both sides emphasized simplifying people-to-people movement between the two countries.
  • 3. Filming of the biopic of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman also figured in the discussion.

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Subscribe on YouTube
1, 2 and 3
2 and 3 only
1 only
1 and 3 only
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2021
Download PDFAttempt Online
The India-Bangladesh Joint Summit held on December 17, 2020, covered a wide range of issues. Based on the joint statement released after the summit:
1. Both sides reiterated their strong resolve to eliminate terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. This point was explicitly mentioned.
2. Both sides emphasized simplifying people-to-people movement, discussing issues like travel through land ports and simplifying visa procedures.
3. Filming of the biopic of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, a joint production venture, was discussed, and progress was reviewed, aiming for its release during the Mujib Barsha (birth centenary year).
All three statements are accurate reflections of the discussions and outcomes of the summit.
Joint statements released after bilateral summits are the primary source for verifying the points discussed and agreed upon by the leaders.
The summit was held virtually between Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh. Several agreements were signed, and various projects were inaugurated during the summit.

Join Our Telegram Channel
Page 1Page 2Page 3Page 4Page 5