Daily Quiz-241
Lal Bahadur Shastri – UPSC level practice MCQs
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Q1. With reference to Lal Bahadur Shastri’s early life and ideals, consider the following statements:
1. He received the title “Shastri” from Banaras Hindu University for his work in Sanskrit.
2. His decision to drop his surname symbolised his opposition to caste-based discrimination.
3. He became a life member of the Servants of the People Society founded by Lala Lajpat Rai.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Q2. The “Shastri Formula” was related to which of the following issues?
A. Resolution of inter-state river water disputes
B. Settlement of language-based agitations in Assam and Punjab
C. Administrative reforms in the Railways
D. Implementation of the Five-Year Plan targets
Q3. Which of the following correctly pairs Lal Bahadur Shastri’s position with his major decision?
Position | Decision |
1. Railway Minister | (a) Formation of Committee on Prevention of Corruption |
2. Home Minister | (b) Resignation after train accident |
3. Prime Minister | (c) Signing of Tashkent Declaration |
Choose the correct option:
A. 1-a, 2-b, 3-c
B. 1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C. 1-c, 2-a, 3-b
D. 1-a, 2-c, 3-b
Q4. “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan” — a slogan that became India’s national call to unity — was given in response to which historical context?
A. Sino-Indian War of 1962
B. Green Revolution initiatives
C. Indo-Pak War of 1965 and food scarcity crisis
D. Launch of the First Five-Year Plan
Q5. Which of the following agreements or policies are correctly matched with the countries involved during Lal Bahadur Shastri’s tenure as Prime Minister?
Agreement/policy | Country involved |
1. Tashkent Declaration | Pakistan |
2. Srimavo-Shastri Pact | Sri Lanka |
3. Panchsheel Agreement | Nepal |
Select the correct answer using the code below:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answers Quiz-240 (October 4)
1. B
Explanation: Umbra = total, Penumbra = partial/light shadow; antumbra is associated with annular solar eclipse.
2. B
Explanation: The correct physical explanation involves atmospheric scattering/refraction of red wavelengths.
3. B
Explanation: Solar viewing requires protection; lunar eclipses are safe with unaided viewing.
4. B
Explanation: A mixed public-health approach — education, water management, and behavioural guidance — is appropriate.
5. A
Explanation: That concise nugget captures the key historical facts for quick recall.
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