67th BPSC Prelims Re-exam 2022 Question Paper

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Subhas Chandra Bose hoisted the Indian flag at Port Blair on 30 December 1943 after gaining control of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. He renamed Andaman Island as Shaheed Island (in honor of martyrs) and Nicobar Island as Swaraj Island (symbolizing self-rule).

These symbolic renamings marked India's first liberated territories during the freedom struggle under the Azad Hind Government.

Therefore, Nicobar was renamed Swaraj Island, making Option 4 the correct answer.

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The Indian National Congress passed the Poorna Swaraj (Complete Independence) resolution at its 1929 Lahore session under Jawaharlal Nehru's presidency. This session declared complete independence as the goal, fixed 26 January 1930 as the first Independence Day, and authorized civil disobedience.

The 1924 Belgaon session focused on Hindu-Muslim unity, 1931 Karachi outlined fundamental rights, and 1920 Nagpur adopted non-cooperation—none passed the Complete Independence resolution.

Therefore, 1929 AD Lahore is the correct answer, making Option 2 correct.

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The Gandhi-Irwin Pact was signed on March 5, 1931, between Mahatma Gandhi and Viceroy Lord Irwin. This agreement suspended the Civil Disobedience Movement, released political prisoners, and allowed Congress participation in the Second Round Table Conference.

Therefore, the pact took place in 1931 AD, making Option 2 the correct answer.

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The Cabinet Mission 1946 comprised three members: Lord Pethick-Lawrence (Secretary of State for India), Stafford Cripps (President of the Board of Trade), and A. V. Alexander (First Lord of the Admiralty).

Ramsay MacDonald was a former British Prime Minister (1924, 1929–1935) who had no role in the 1946 mission; he died in 1937, nearly a decade before the mission arrived in India.

Therefore, Ramsay MacDonald was not a member of the Cabinet Mission, making Option 1 the correct answer.

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Vallabhbhai Patel successfully led the Bardoli Satyagraha in 1928 against a 30% hike in land revenue imposed by the British in Gujarat. The non-violent movement forced the government to withdraw the increase and earned Patel the title "Sardar".

Motilal Nehru, J.B. Kripalani, and Jawaharlal Nehru were prominent freedom fighters but were not associated with leading the Bardoli movement.

Therefore, Vallabhbhai Patel led this landmark peasant satyagraha, making Option 4 the correct answer.

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Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY) focuses on water conservation, efficient irrigation, and micro-irrigation through components like Har Khet Ko Pani and Per Drop More Crop.

Under PMKSY, permissible activities include aquifer recharging, rainwater harvesting structures, watershed development, and surface/minor irrigation—but not standalone construction of individual wells.

Therefore, "Construction of well" is incorrect regarding PMKSY, making Option 1 the correct answer.

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Under the MSME Act (revised 2020), a micro-enterprise is defined by two criteria: investment in plant and machinery/equipment not exceeding Rs. 1 crore and annual turnover not exceeding Rs. 5 crore.

Option 3 correctly states the investment threshold of Rs. 1 crore. Option 1 incorrectly mentions turnover of Rs. 15 crore (actual: Rs. 5 crore), and Option 2 incorrectly states investment of Rs. 1.5 crore (actual: Rs. 1 crore).

Therefore, only Option 3 correctly defines a micro-enterprise, making it the correct answer.

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The 68th NSSO round (2011-12) used the Tendulkar methodology and established the poverty line at Rs. 33.33 per capita per day for urban areas (Statement 1 is true). The survey revealed that 21.9% of India's population was living below the poverty line (Statement 2 is true).

Statement 3 claims 33.35% of the population was below the poverty line, which contradicts the official figure of 21.9% and is therefore incorrect.

Therefore, Statement 3 is the false statement, making Option 3 the correct answer.

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Bihar's 2019-20 district per capita income data reveals a clear ranking among the given districts. Nawada (₹23,400) leads, followed by Kishanganj (₹23,200), East Champaran (₹22,300), Araria (₹20,600), and Sheohar (₹19,600)—the lowest in Bihar.

This descending sequence precisely matches the order given in Option 3, distinguishing it from Options 1 and 2, which incorrectly place Sheohar or East Champaran at the top.

Therefore, the correct descending order is Nawada > Kishanganj > East Champaran > Araria > Sheohar, making Option 3 the correct answer.

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Saat Nischay Part-2 (Seven Resolves Part-2) comprises seven key resolutions: Yuva Shakti–Bihar Ki Pragati (Youth empowerment), Sasakt Mahila–Saksham Mahila (Women empowerment), Har Khet Tak Sinchai Ka Paani (Irrigation to every field), Swacch Gaon–Samridh Gaon (Clean village–Prosperous village), Swacch Shehar–Viksit Shehar (Clean city–Developed city), Sulabh Samparkta (Easy connectivity), and Sabke Liye Atirikt Swasthya Suvidha (Additional health facilities for all).

Options 1, 2, and 4 directly match resolutions 2, 3, and 1 respectively. "Airways to everyone" is not part of any of these seven resolutions.

Therefore, Option 3 is the correct answer.

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As per Bihar Budget 2022-23, the fiscal deficit was estimated at ₹25,885 crore, which equals 3.47% of GSDP—within the 4% FRBM limit prescribed by the central government for that year.

This represents a decline from 4.82% in 2020-21 and 2.97% in 2021-22, reflecting improved fiscal consolidation efforts by the state government.

Therefore, 3.47% is the correct fiscal deficit figure for Bihar FY 2022-23, making Option 2 the correct answer.

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Urbanization level (percentage of population in urban areas) varies across Bihar districts. Based on Census 2011, Nalanda has the lowest urbanization at 26.2%, followed by Munger at 28.3%, and Patna leads with 44.3%.

Ascending order (lowest to highest) is: Nalanda < Munger < Patna.

Therefore, Option 1 is the correct answer.

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The Economic Survey of Bihar 2021-22 reports sectoral growth rates for 2016-17 to 2020-21: primary sector at 2.3%, secondary sector at 4.8%, and tertiary sector at 8.5% (highest).

Option 3 incorrectly states primary sector growth at 2.8% instead of the actual 2.3%. Options 1, 2, and 4 correctly match the survey data.

Therefore, Option 3 is the incorrect statement, making it the correct answer.

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The Vibrant Village Programme (VVP) was announced in Union Budget 2022-23 to develop border villages along India's northern frontier with China, covering states like Arunachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and Ladakh.

The programme focuses on improving infrastructure (roads, telecom, health, education), creating livelihood opportunities, and promoting border tourism to prevent migration from these strategically important villages.

Therefore, Statement 3 is correct, making Option 3 the correct answer.

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The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare released the 4th Advance Estimates for 2020-21, recording wheat production at 109.59 million tonnes, which rounds to 109.5 million tonnes.

Options like 209.5, 501.5, and 201.23 million tonnes are factually incorrect and do not align with official agricultural statistics for that year.

Therefore, 109.5 million tonnes is the correct production figure, making Option 4 the correct answer.

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According to the World Trade Organization (WTO) report published in April 2019, India's share in world merchandise exports for the year 2018 was 1.7%.

This figure represents India's contribution to total global exports of physical commodities and places India among the top 20 trading nations globally.

Therefore, 1.7% is the correct share, making Option 4 the correct answer.

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India's Tax-GDP ratio for FY 2021-22 stood at 11.7%, reflecting improved tax collection post-pandemic. Direct taxes contributed 6.1% and indirect taxes contributed 5.6% to GDP.

The total tax revenue was estimated at ₹22.17 lakh crore in Union Budget 2021-22, marking a significant recovery in fiscal health.

Therefore, the Tax-GDP ratio was 11.7%, making Option 1 the correct answer.

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Union Budget 2022-23 outlined four main priorities: PM Gati Shakti, Inclusive Development, Productivity Enhancement & Investment with Sunrise Opportunities, Energy Transition and Climate Action, and Financing of Investments.

Disinvestment was a fiscal measure and revenue source but was not listed among the budget's thematic priorities. Options 1, 2, and 4 directly match the stated priorities.

Therefore, Disinvestment was not included in the priorities, making Option 3 the correct answer.

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National Pension Scheme (NPS) is a voluntary retirement savings scheme launched in 2004 for government employees and extended to all citizens in 2009. It is regulated by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA), established under the PFRDA Act, 2013.

IRDA regulates insurance and not pension funds, making Statement 2 incorrect. NPS does not guarantee regular income to all citizens automatically; it is a voluntary contributory scheme, making Statement 1 incorrect.

Therefore, only Statement 3 is correct, making Option 3 the correct answer.

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The Bhandari Committee (1994) was constituted to examine the functioning and recommend the restructuring of Regional Rural Banks (RRBs). It identified 49 weak RRBs requiring comprehensive restructuring and suggested granting greater autonomy to RRB boards in business and staffing decisions.

The committee had no mandate on taxation (direct/indirect) or general agricultural credit—its focus was exclusively on strengthening the RRB framework.

Therefore, regional rural banks' restructuring is the correct focus, making Option 3 the correct answer.