70th BPSC Prelims 2024 Question Paper
Explore the complete solved question paper for 70th BPSC Prelims 2024 featuring 150 solved questions with bilingual (English & Hindi) explanations, official answer key, and subject weightage breakdown.
Which of the following districts of Bihar has the highest percentage of Scheduled Tribe population in 2011 census?
Detailed Explanation:
According to the 2011 Census, Katihar district has the highest percentage of Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bihar at 5.9%.
The other districts have lower ST percentages: Jamui (4.8%), Banka (4.7%), and Purnia (4.4%).
In which one of the following Freestyle weight categories, Aman Sehrawat became the first Indian male wrestler to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics at the World Wrestling Olympic Qualifiers, Turkiye in May 2024?
Detailed Explanation:
Aman Sehrawat became the first Indian male wrestler to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics in the men's freestyle 57 kg category at the World Olympic Qualifiers in Istanbul, Turkiye in May 2024.
He later won a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, becoming India's youngest Olympic medalist in wrestling at age 21.
Match the following and choose the correct answer:
| Newspaper | Editor |
| I. Free Hindustan | a. Mahatma Gandhi |
| II. Indian Opinion | b. Dadabhai Naoroji |
| III. Voice of India | c. Surendranath Banerjee |
| IV. Bengalee | d. Taraknath Das |
Detailed Explanation:
I. Free Hindustan – Taraknath Das (d): Revolutionary newspaper published from Vancouver, Canada (1907–1910) advocating Indian independence.
II. Indian Opinion – Mahatma Gandhi (a): Started in South Africa (1903) to voice concerns of the Indian community and propagate Satyagraha.
III. Voice of India – Dadabhai Naoroji (b): Published from London to highlight Indian grievances and the Drain of Wealth theory.
IV. Bengalee – Surendranath Banerjee (c): Founded in 1879 in Calcutta, became a leading voice for moderate nationalism and Indian National Congress activities.
Correct Match: I – d, II – a, III – b, IV – c
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Consider the following about the King "Praversena":
a. He was the real founder of Vakataka dynasty.
b. His empire extended from Bundelkhand in the north to Hyderabad in the south.
c. He succeeded his father king Vindhyashakti.
d. He is mentioned in Puranas.
Which of the following statements are correct?
Detailed Explanation:
✅ Statement a – Correct: Pravarasena I is considered the real founder/consolidator of the Vakataka dynasty, though technically founded by his father.
✅ Statement b – Correct: His empire extended from Bundelkhand in the north to Hyderabad in the south.
✅ Statement c – Correct: He succeeded his father King Vindhyashakti.
✅ Statement d – Correct: He is mentioned in Puranas (Vishnu Purana and Vayu Purana).
All four statements are correct, hence more than one option is valid.
Motorcycle is related to battery in the same way as Life is related to:
Detailed Explanation:
A motorcycle requires a battery as its primary source of electrical energy to start and function.
Similarly, life on Earth depends on the Sun as its fundamental source of energy for photosynthesis, warmth, and sustaining all biological processes.
Which of the following is a non-contact force?
Detailed Explanation:
Non-contact forces act on objects without physical touch between them, examples include magnetic force, gravitational force, and electrostatic force.
Magnetic force operates through a magnetic field and can attract or repel objects from a distance without direct contact.
Frictional force and impact force both require physical contact between surfaces or objects, making them contact forces.
Under Article "243J" which of the following can make provisions to the maintenance of accounts by Panchayats?
Detailed Explanation:
Article 243J empowers the State Legislature to make laws regarding the maintenance of accounts by Panchayats and the auditing of such accounts.
Parliament does not have authority under this article as it falls under Part IX (Panchayati Raj), which is a state subject. The District Collector is an executive officer with no legislative power, and the State Finance Commission only reviews financial positions and recommends grants, not account maintenance rules.
Consider the types of land according to The Amarkosha:
a. Urvara - fertile
b. Maru - desert
c. Shadvala - grassy
d. Devamritaka - watered by rain.
Which of the following is correct?
Detailed Explanation:
Amarkosha is a Sanskrit lexicon compiled by Amarasimha that classifies land types based on physical and agricultural characteristics.
✅ Statement a – Correct: Urvara refers to fertile land suitable for cultivation.
✅ Statement b – Correct: Maru denotes desert or barren land.
✅ Statement c – Correct: Shadvala means grassy land or pasture land.
✅ Statement d – Correct: Devamritaka refers to land watered by rain (rain-fed land).
All four statements are correctly matched. Since Option 1 (a and b), Option 2 (c and d), and Option 3 (b, c, and d) are individually correct, the answer is Option 4 – More than one of the above.
Which of the following drainage systems drains the lands of Bihar?
Detailed Explanation:
Ghagra River (also called Ghaghara or Karnali) is a major tributary of the Ganga that enters Bihar from Uttar Pradesh and drains the northwestern districts of the state before joining the Ganga near Chhapra.
Mahanadi drains Chhattisgarh and Odisha, Yamuna flows through northern states but does not enter Bihar, and Narmada flows westward through Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat—none of these three rivers drain Bihar's lands.
Which one is not included in the Budget Priorities in pursuit of 'Vikasit Bharat' in Union Budget 2024-25?
Detailed Explanation:
The Union Budget 2024-25 announced nine priorities for achieving Vikasit Bharat by 2047.
The nine priorities are: Productivity and Resilience in Agriculture, Employment and Skilling, Inclusive Human Resource Development and Social Justice, Manufacturing and Services, Urban Development, Energy Security, Infrastructure, Innovation, Research & Development, and Next Generation Reforms.
Sustainable Development is not listed as a separate standalone priority, though it is integrated across various sectors and initiatives.
Gaurav walks 20 metres towards North. He then turns left and walks 40 metres. He again turns left and walks 20 metres. Further, he moves 20 metres after turning to the right. How far is he from his original position?
Detailed Explanation:
Starting point: (0, 0)
20 m North: Position becomes (0, 20)
Turn left (West), 40 m: Position becomes (−40, 20)
Turn left (South), 20 m: Position becomes (−40, 0)
Turn right (West), 20 m: Position becomes (−60, 0)
Final displacement: 60 metres from the original position (straight-line distance along the x-axis).
What is the structural and functional unit of life?
Detailed Explanation:
Cell is the smallest structural and functional unit of life, discovered by Robert Hooke in 1665.
Cells perform all essential life processes (metabolism, respiration, growth, reproduction) and form the building blocks of tissues, organs, and organisms.
In June 2024, which city was named India’s "First UNESCO City of Literature"?
Detailed Explanation:
Kozhikode (Kerala) was named India's first UNESCO City of Literature in June 2024, after being designated under the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) in October 2023.
The city is home to renowned writers like S.K. Pottekkatt and Vaikom Muhammad Basheer, and boasts over 500 libraries, reflecting its deep literary heritage.
When did Muslim League observe "Direct Action Day"?
Detailed Explanation:
Direct Action Day was observed by the Muslim League on 16 August 1946, called by Muhammad Ali Jinnah to demand Pakistan after rejecting the Cabinet Mission Plan.
The day led to violent communal riots in Calcutta (Kolkata), known as the Great Calcutta Killings, resulting in thousands of deaths and intensifying the demand for Partition of India in 1947.
Match the List I with List II and choose the correct answer:
| List - I Organization | List - II Headquarter |
| I. Swadeshi Sevak Home | a. Vancouver |
| II. United India House | b. Seattle |
| III. Yugantar Ashram | c. San Francisco |
| IV. INA or Azad Hind Fauj | d. Rangoon |
Detailed Explanation:
I. Swadeshi Sevak Home – Vancouver (a): Founded by Balwant Singh in 1907 to support Indian immigrants in Canada and promote nationalist activities.
II. United India House – Seattle (b): Established as a center for Indian revolutionary activities and to unite Indians in the Pacific Northwest region.
III. Yugantar Ashram – San Francisco (c): Founded by Har Dayal in 1913, served as the headquarters of the Ghadar Party and published the revolutionary newspaper Ghadar.
IV. INA (Azad Hind Fauj) – Rangoon (d): The Indian National Army under Subhas Chandra Bose had its headquarters in Rangoon (now Yangon) during World War II (1942-1945).
Correct matching: I–a, II–b, III–c, IV–d
According to the Reserve Bank of India, what is one of the eligibility criteria for a Small Finance Bank (SFB) to transition into a Universal Bank?
Detailed Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) permits Small Finance Banks (SFBs) to transition into Universal Banks if they meet specific eligibility criteria.
Key requirement: a minimum net worth of ₹1,000 crore as paid-up voting equity capital, completion of at least five years of operations, and adherence to regulatory compliance and sound governance norms.
Which of the following cities is located along the side of river Seine?
Detailed Explanation:
Paris is located on the banks of the River Seine, which flows through the heart of the French capital.
Belgrade lies on the Sava and Danube rivers, Lisbon on the Tagus River, and Budapest on the Danube River.
What is the position of India in manufacturing of mobile phones in 2023?
Detailed Explanation:
India became the world's second-largest mobile phone manufacturer in 2023, after China.
Manufacturing value grew from ₹18,900 crore (2014-15) to ₹4.1 lakh crore (FY24), driven by the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme.
Name the place where Donald Trump was speaking at an election rally when an alleged shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, shot and injured him.
Detailed Explanation:
On July 13, 2024, former President Donald Trump was shot at an election rally near Butler, Pennsylvania.
The shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, fired from an AR-15 rifle, grazing Trump's ear and killing one attendee before being neutralized by the Secret Service.
If February 1, 1996, is Wednesday, what day is March 3, 1996?
Detailed Explanation:
1996 is a leap year, so February has 29 days.
From February 1 to March 3: (29 − 1) days in February + 3 days in March = 31 days.
31 days = 4 weeks + 3 days, so Wednesday + 3 days = Saturday.
70th BPSC Prelims 2024 Questions Paper - Subject-wise Question Distribution
Current Affairs
34 Qs (22.7%)Bihar Special
27 Qs (18%)General Science
23 Qs (15.3%)Modern History
16 Qs (10.7%)Indian Polity
12 Qs (8%)General Mental Ability
10 Qs (6.7%)Indian Geography
8 Qs (5.3%)World Geography
7 Qs (4.7%)Indian Economy
4 Qs (2.7%)Ancient History
4 Qs (2.7%)Medieval History
3 Qs (2%)Indian Art & Culture
1 Qs (0.7%)Environment & Ecology
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Q1 How many total questions were asked in 70th BPSC Prelims 2024?
Q2 What is the subject-wise question breakdown for 70th BPSC Prelims 2024?
- Current Affairs: 34 questions (22.7%)
- Bihar Special: 27 questions (18%)
- General Science: 23 questions (15.3%)
- Modern History: 16 questions (10.7%)
- Indian Polity: 12 questions (8%)
- General Mental Ability: 10 questions (6.7%)
- Indian Geography: 8 questions (5.3%)
- World Geography: 7 questions (4.7%)
- Indian Economy: 4 questions (2.7%)
- Ancient History: 4 questions (2.7%)
- Medieval History: 3 questions (2%)
- Indian Art & Culture: 1 questions (0.7%)
- Environment & Ecology: 1 questions (0.7%)