UPSC Prelims 2011

General Studies Paper II (CSAT)

80 questions, 2 hours. Open a question for its answer and why.

1. Question 1 · Reading Comprehension

   

   According to the passage :

   1. 1.The objective of inclusive growth was laid down by the founding fathers of the nation.
   2. 2.Need of the hour is to have an enabling Government.
   3. 3.The Government should engage in maximum interference in market processes.
   4. 4.There is a need to change the size of the Government.

   Which of the statements given above are correct ?

   a1 and 2 only

   b2 and 3 only

   c1 and 4 only

   d1, 2, 3 and 4
2. Question 2 · Reading Comprehension

   

   According to the passage, the strategy of inclusive growth can be effected by focussing on

   aMeeting all the needs of every citizen in the country.

   bIncreasing the regulations over the manufacturing sector.

   cControlling the distribution of manufactured goods.

   dDelivery of the basic services to the deprived sections of the society.
3. Question 3 · Reading Comprehension

   

   What constitutes an enabling Government ?

   1. 1.A large bureaucracy.
   2. 2.Implementation of welfare programmes through representatives.
   3. 3.Creating an ethos that helps individual enterprise.
   4. 4.Providing resources to those who are underprivileged.
   5. 5.Offering direct help to the poor regarding basic services.

   Select the correct answer from the codes given below :

   a1, 2 and 3 only

   b4 and 5 only

   c3, 4 and 5 only

   d1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
4. Question 4 · Reading Comprehension

   

   Why is the State unable to deliver “all that is needed” ?

   1. 1.It does not have sufficient bureaucracy.
   2. 2.It does not promote inclusive growth.

   Select the correct answer from the codes given below :

   a1 only

   b2 only

   cBoth 1 and 2

   dNeither 1 nor 2
5. Question 5 · Reading Comprehension

   

   What is the essential message being conveyed by the author of the passage ?

   aThe objectives of inclusive growth laid down by the founding fathers of the nation should be remembered.

   bThe Government needs to make available more schools and health services.

   cThe Government needs to establish markets and industries to meet the needs of the poor strata of the society.

   dThere is a need to rethink the role of the State in achieving inclusive growth.
6. Question 6 · Reading Comprehension

   

   What does the author imply by “creative society” ?

   1. 1.A society where diverse art forms and literary writings seek incentive.
   2. 2.A society where social inequalities are accepted as the norm.
   3. 3.A society where a large number of contradictions are recognised.
   4. 4.A society where the exploited and the oppressed groups grow conscious of their human rights and upliftment.

   Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

   a1, 2 and 3

   b4 only

   c3 and 4

   d2 and 4
7. Question 7 · Reading Comprehension

   

   What according to the passage are the manifestations of social movement ?

   1. 1.Aggressiveness and being incendiary.
   2. 2.Instigation by external forces.
   3. 3.Quest for social equality and individual freedom.
   4. 4.Urge for granting privileges and self-respect to disparaged sections of the society.

   Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

   a1 and 3 only

   b2 and 4 only

   c3 and 4 only

   d1, 2, 3 and 4
8. Question 8 · Reading Comprehension

   

   With reference to the passage, consider the following statements :

   1. 1.To be a creative society it is essential to have a variety of social movements.
   2. 2.To be a creative society, it is imperative to have potential contradictions and conflicts.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

   a1 only

   b2 only

   cBoth 1 and 2

   dNeither 1 nor 2
9. Question 9 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

   Consider the following three statements :

   1. 1.Only students can participate in the race.
   2. 2.Some participants in the race are girls.
   3. 3.All girl participants in the race are invited for coaching.

   Which one of the following conclusions can be drawn from the above statements ?

   aAll participants in the race are invited for coaching.

   bAll students are invited for coaching.

   cAll participants in the race are students.

   dNone of the statements (a), (b) and (c) given above is correct.
10. Question 10 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    Directions for the following 2 (two) items : Each of the following two items consists of four statements. Of these four statements, two cannot both be true, but both can be false. Study the statements carefully and identify the two that satisfy the above condition. Select the correct answer using the codes given below each set of statements : Examine the following statements :

    1. 1.All animals are carnivorous.
    2. 2.Some animals are not carnivorous.
    3. 3.Animals are not carnivorous.
    4. 4.Some animals are carnivorous.

    Codes :

    a1 and 3

    b1 and 2

    c2 and 3

    d3 and 4
11. Question 11 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    Directions for the following 2 (two) items : Each of the following two items consists of four statements. Of these four statements, two cannot both be true, but both can be false. Study the statements carefully and identify the two that satisfy the above condition. Select the correct answer using the codes given below each set of statements : Examine the following statements :

    1. 1.All trains are run by diesel engine.
    2. 2.Some trains are run by diesel engine.
    3. 3.No train is run by diesel engine.
    4. 4.Some trains are not run by diesel engine.

    Codes :

    a1 and 2

    b2 and 3

    c1 and 3

    d1 and 4
12. Question 12 · Data Interpretation

    Consider the four age pyramids given below namely A, B, C and D representing four different countries. Which one of them indicates the declining population ?

    

    aA

    bB

    cC

    dD
13. Question 13 · Data Interpretation

    The following figure has four curves namely A, B, C and D. Study the figure and answer the item that follows. Which curve indicates the exponential growth ?

    

    aA

    bB

    cC

    dD
14. Question 14 · Data Interpretation

    Directions for the following 2 (two) items : The following pie charts show the break up of disease categories recorded in the patients from two towns, Town A and Town B. Pie charts plot the disease categories as percentage of the total number of patients. Based on these, answer the two items that follow the charts. Which of the two towns has a higher number of persons with Diabetes ?

    

    aTown A

    bTown B

    cSame in Town A and Town B

    dNo inference can be drawn
15. Question 15 · Data Interpretation

    Directions for the following 2 (two) items : The following pie charts show the break up of disease categories recorded in the patients from two towns, Town A and Town B. Pie charts plot the disease categories as percentage of the total number of patients. Based on these, answer the two items that follow the charts. What can we say about persons with more than one disease from these graphs ?

    

    aThere are likely to be persons with more than one disease in Town A.

    bThere are likely to be persons with more than one disease in Town B.

    cThere are likely to be persons with more than one disease in both Towns A and B.

    dNo inference can be drawn.
16. Question 16 · Data Interpretation

    Consider the following Velocity Time graph. It shows two trains starting simultaneously on parallel tracks. With reference to the above graph, which one of the following statements is not correct ?

    

    aTrain B has an initial acceleration greater than that of Train A.

    bTrain B is faster than Train A at all times.

    cBoth trains have the same velocity at time t_0.

    dBoth trains travel the same distance in time t_0 units.
17. Question 17 · Reading Comprehension

    

    With reference to the passage, consider the following statements. Expanding human population has an adverse effect on :

    1. 1.Spiritual fulfilment
    2. 2.Aesthetic enjoyment
    3. 3.Potable fresh water
    4. 4.Production of food and fibre
    5. 5.Biodiversity

    Which of the statements given above are correct ?

    a1, 2 and 3 only

    b2, 4 and 5 only

    c3 and 5 only

    d1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
18. Question 18 · Reading Comprehension

    

    The passage mentions that “some people have actually been harmed by these changes”. What does it imply ?

    1. 1.The rapid expansion of population has adversely affected some people.
    2. 2.Sufficient efforts have not been made to increase the production of food and fibre.
    3. 3.In the short term some people may be harmed, but in the long term everyone will benefit from modifications in the Earth’s ecosystems.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2

    c1 and 3

    dNone of the statements given above
19. Question 19 · Reading Comprehension

    

    With reference to the passage, consider the following statements :

    1. 1.It is imperative to modify the Earth’s ecosystems for the well being of mankind.
    2. 2.Technology can never replace all the goods and services provided by ecosystems.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
20. Question 20 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which of the following statements best describe/describes the thought of the writer ?

    1. 1.A moral act calls for using our discretion.
    2. 2.Man should react to a situation immediately.
    3. 3.Man must do his duty.
    4. 4.Man should be able to defy convention in order to be moral.

    Select the correct answer from the codes given below :

    a1 only

    b1 and 3

    c2 and 3

    d1 and 4
21. Question 21 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which of the following statements is the nearest definition of moral action, according to the writer ?

    aIt is a mechanical action based on official orders from superiors.

    bIt is an action based on our sense of discretion.

    cIt is a clever action based on the clarity of purpose.

    dIt is a religious action based on understanding.
22. Question 22 · Reading Comprehension

    

    The passage contains a statement “lets himself be swept along like a log of wood by a current.” Among the following statements, which is/are nearest in meaning to this ?

    1. 1.A person does not use his own reason.
    2. 2.He is susceptible to influence/pressure.
    3. 3.He cannot withstand difficulties/challenges.
    4. 4.He is like a log of wood

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

    a1 only

    b1 and 2

    c2 and 3

    d1 and 4
23. Question 23 · Data Interpretation

    Consider the following distance time graph. The graph shows three athletes A, B and C running side by side for a 30 km race. With reference to the above graph, consider the following statements :

    1. 1.The race was won by A
    2. 2.B was ahead of A up to 25 km mark
    3. 3.C ran very slowly from the beginning.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    

    a1 only

    b1 and 2 only

    c2 and 3 only

    d1, 2 and 3
24. Question 24 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    Consider the following figures : What is the missing number ?

    

    a7

    b8

    c9

    d10
25. Question 25 · Basic Numeracy

    Study the following figure : A person goes from A to B always moving to the right or downwards along the lines. How many different routes can he adopt ?

    Select the correct answer from the codes given below :

    

    a4

    b5

    c6

    d7
26. Question 26 · Basic Numeracy

    Consider the following figure and answer the item that follows : What is the total number of triangles in the above grid ?

    

    a27

    b26

    c23

    d22
27. Question 27 · Reading Comprehension

    

    The passage mentions that “this world is evidently not meant for them”. It refers to people who

    1. 1.seek freedom from foreign domination.
    2. 2.live in starvation and misery.
    3. 3.become revolutionaries.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 and 2

    b2 only

    c2 and 3

    d3 only
28. Question 28 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Consider the following assumptions :

    1. 1.A country under foreign domination cannot indulge in spiritual pursuit.
    2. 2.Poverty is an impediment in the spiritual pursuit
    3. 3.Subject peoples may become other-worldly.

    With reference to the passage, which of the above assumptions is/are valid ?

    a1 and 2

    b2 only

    c2 and 3

    d3 only
29. Question 29 · Reading Comprehension

    

    The passage thematically centres on

    athe state of mind of oppressed people

    bstarvation and misery

    cthe growth of civilization

    dbody, mind and spirit of people in general
30. Question 30 · Reading Comprehension

    

    According to the passage, the torture of the mind and spirit is caused

    aby the impact of foreign domination.

    bby the desire to escape from foreign domination and find consolation in visions of past greatness.

    cdue to lack of equilibrium between an external life and an internal life.

    ddue to one’s inability to be either revolutionary or other-worldly.
31. Question 31 · Data Interpretation

    

    Which region/regions of the curve correspond/corresponds to incubation phase of the infection ?

    

    aA only

    bB only

    cB and C

    dNo part of the curve indicates the incubation phase
32. Question 32 · Data Interpretation

    

    Which region of the curve indicates that the person began showing the symptoms of infection ?

    

    aA

    bB

    cC

    dD
33. Question 33 · Data Interpretation

    

    Which region of the curve indicates that the treatment yielded effective relief ?

    

    aC

    bD

    cE

    dThe curve does not indicate the treatment
34. Question 34 · Basic Numeracy

    There are four routes to travel from city A to city B and six routes from city B to city C. How many routes are possible to travel from the city A to city C ?

    a24

    b12

    c10

    d8
35. Question 35 · Basic Numeracy

    A contract on construction job specifies a penalty for delay in completion of the work beyond a certain date is as follows : ₹ 200 for the first day, ₹ 250 for the second day, ₹ 300 for the third day etc., the penalty for each succeeding day being ₹ 50 more than that of the preceding day. How much penalty should the contractor pay if he delays the work by 10 days ?

    a₹ 4950

    b₹ 4250

    c₹ 3600

    d₹ 650
36. Question 36 · Basic Numeracy

    Consider the figure given below and answer the item that follows : In the figure shown above, OP_1 and OP_2 are two plane mirrors kept perpendicular to each other. S is the direction of a beam of light falling on the mirror OP_1. The direction of the reflected beam of light from the mirror OP_2 will be

    

    aPerpendicular to the direction S.

    bAt 45° to the direction S.

    cOpposite and parallel to the direction S.

    dAt 60° to the direction S.
37. Question 37 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    Consider the following figure and answer the item that follows : What is the minimum number of different colours required to paint the figure given above such that no two adjacent regions have the same colour ?

    

    a3

    b4

    c5

    d6
38. Question 38 · Basic Numeracy

    Consider the following figure and answer the item that follows : A square is divided into four rectangles as shown above. The lengths of the sides of rectangles are natural numbers. The areas of two rectangles are indicated in the figure. What is the length of each side of the square ?

    

    a10

    b11

    c15

    dCannot be determined as the given data are insufficient
39. Question 39 · Basic Numeracy

    A person has only ₹ 1 and ₹ 2 coins with her. If the total number of coins that she has is 50 and the amount of money with her is ₹ 75, then the number of ₹ 1 and ₹ 2 coins are, respectively

    a15 and 35

    b35 and 15

    c30 and 20

    d25 and 25
40. Question 40 · Basic Numeracy

    Three persons start walking together and their steps measure 40 cm, 42 cm and 45 cm respectively. What is the minimum distance each should walk so that each can cover the same distance in complete steps ?

    a25 m 20 cm

    b50 m 40 cm

    c75 m 60 cm

    d100 m 80 cm
41. Question 41 · Basic Numeracy

    If a bus travels 160 km in 4 hours and a train travels 320 km in 5 hours at uniform speeds, then what is the ratio of the distances travelled by them in one hour ?

    a8 : 5

    b5 : 8

    c4 : 5

    d1 : 2
42. Question 42 · Basic Numeracy

    There are 100 students in a particular class. 60% students play cricket, 30% student play football and 10% students play both the games. What is the number of students who play neither cricket nor football ?

    a25

    b20

    c18

    d15
43. Question 43 · Basic Numeracy

    A village having a population of 4000 requires 150 litres of water per head per day. It has a tank measuring 20 m × 15 m × 6 m. The water of this tank will last for

    a2 days

    b3 days

    c4 days

    d5 days
44. Question 44 · Reading Comprehension

    

    What is the crux of the passage ?

    aSea star has a preferred prey.

    bA preferred prey determines the survival of a keystone species.

    cKeystone species ensures species diversity.

    dSea star is the only keystone species on the Pacific coast of North America.
45. Question 45 · Reading Comprehension

    

    With reference to the passage, consider the following statements :

    1. 1.Mussels are generally the dominant species in intertidal ecosystems.
    2. 2.The survival of sea stars is generally determined by the abundance of mussels.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
46. Question 46 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which of the following is/are implied by the passage ?

    1. 1.Mussels are always hard competitors for sea stars.
    2. 2.Sea stars of the Pacific coast have reached the climax of their evolution.
    3. 3.Sea stars constitute an important component in the energy flow in intertidal ecosystem.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 and 2

    b2 only

    c1 and 3

    d3 only
47. Question 47 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Consider the following assumptions :

    1. 1.The food chains/food web in an ecosystem are influenced by keystone species.
    2. 2.The presence of keystone species is a specific characteristic of aquatic ecosystems.
    3. 3.If the keystone species is completely removed from an ecosystem, it will lead to the collapse of the ecosystem.

    With reference to the passage, which of the above assumptions is/are valid ?

    a1 only

    b2 and 3 only

    c1 and 3 only

    d1, 2 and 3
48. Question 48 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    Consider the following argument : “In order to be a teacher one must graduate from college. All poets are poor. Some Mathematicians are poets. No college graduate is poor.” Which one of the following is not a valid conclusion regarding the above argument ?

    aSome Mathematicians are not teachers.

    bSome teachers are not Mathematicians.

    cTeachers are not poor.

    dPoets are not teachers.
49. Question 49 · Basic Numeracy

    A student on her first 3 tests received an average score of N points. If she exceeds her previous average score by 20 points on her fourth test, then what is the average score for the first 4 tests ?

    aN + 20

    bN + 10

    cN + 4

    dN + 5
50. Question 50 · Basic Numeracy

    In a group of persons, 70% of the persons are male and 30% of the persons are married. If two-sevenths of the males are married, what fraction of the females is single ?

    a2/7

    b1/3

    c3/7

    d2/3
51. Question 51 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    The houses of A and B face each other on a road going north-south, A’s being on the western side. A comes out of his house, turns left, travels 5 km, turns right, travels 5 km to the front of D’s house. B does exactly the same and reaches the front of C’s house. In this context, which one of the following statements is correct ?

    aC and D live on the same street.

    bC’s house faces south.

    cThe houses of C and D are less than 20 km apart.

    dNone of the above
52. Question 52 · Reading Comprehension

    

    With reference to the passage, consider the following statements :

    1. 1.When children are denied education, adult society does not act on behalf of them.
    2. 2.Right to Education as a law cannot be enforced in the country.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
53. Question 53 · Reading Comprehension

    

    According to the passage, what could be the traditional obstacles to the education of girls ?

    1. 1.Inability of parents to fight a legal battle when the Right to Education is denied to their children.
    2. 2.The traditional way of thinking about girls’ role in society.
    3. 3.The prejudice against the intellectual potential of girls.
    4. 4.Improper system of education.

    Select the correct answer from the codes given below :

    a1 and 2 only

    b2, 3 and 4 only

    c1, 3 and 4 only

    d1, 2, 3 and 4
54. Question 54 · Reading Comprehension

    

    On the basis of the passage, consider the following statements :

    1. 1.Right to Education is a legal right and not a fundamental right.
    2. 2.For realising the goal of universal education, the education system in the country must be made identical to that of developed countries.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
55. Question 55 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements conveys the key message of the passage ?

    aIndia has declared that education is compulsory for its children.

    bAdult society is not keen on implementing the Right to Education.

    cThe Right to Education, particularly of a girl child, needs to be safeguarded.

    dThe system of education should address the issue of Right to Education.
56. Question 56 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Which one of the following statements conveys the inference of the passage ?

    aThe society has a tenacious prejudice against the intellectual potential of girls.

    bAdults cannot be relied upon to fight on behalf of children for their Right to Education.

    cThe legal fight to get education for children is often protracted and prohibitive.

    dThere is no sufficient substitute for education received in childhood.
57. Question 57 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    

    How is D related to E ?

    aHusband

    bSon

    cFather

    dWife
58. Question 58 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    

    Who are the females in the group ?

    aC and E

    bC and D

    cE and A

    dD and E
59. Question 59 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    

    Whose wife is the teacher ?

    aC

    bD

    cA

    dB
60. Question 60 · Data Interpretation

    

    How many females voted for the proposal ?

    a430

    b600

    c624

    d640
61. Question 61 · Data Interpretation

    

    How many males were undecided ?

    a31

    b227

    c426

    d581
62. Question 62 · Data Interpretation

    

    How many females were not in favour of the proposal ?

    a430

    b496

    c586

    d1226
63. Question 63 · Logical Reasoning and Mental Ability

    In a queue, Mr. X is fourteenth from the front and Mr. Y is seventeenth from the end, while Mr. Z is exactly in between Mr. X and Mr. Y. If Mr. X is ahead of Mr. Y and there are 48 persons in the queue, how many persons are there between Mr. X and Mr. Z ?

    a6

    b7

    c8

    d9
64. Question 64 · Reading Comprehension

    

    When the night fell, he slept

    ain the open field

    bunder a pile of dry grass

    cin a farmer’s cottage

    dunder a tree
65. Question 65 · Reading Comprehension

    

    He soon fell asleep because

    ahe was exhausted

    bhe was all alone

    che had not slept for days

    dhe was very frightened
66. Question 66 · Reading Comprehension

    

    With reference to the passage, consider the following statements :

    1. 1.He was walking through the countryside.
    2. 2.The cottagers and farmers gave him enough food so that he could sleep at night without feeling hungry.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
67. Question 67 · Reading Comprehension

    

    When he was going to close the bag, the idea that occurred to him was

    aunpleasant

    bsad

    cfantastic

    damusing
68. Question 68 · Reading Comprehension

    

    What makes his life miserable whenever he undertakes travelling ?

    aGoing to railway station

    bForgetting the toothbrush

    cPacking his bag

    dBad dreams
69. Question 69 · Reading Comprehension

    

    His toothbrush is finally

    ain his bag

    bin his bed

    cin his handkerchief

    dlost
70. Question 70 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Female polar bears give birth during

    aspring

    bsummer

    cautumn

    dwinter
71. Question 71 · Reading Comprehension

    

    Mother bear

    atakes sides over cubs

    blets the cubs fend for themselves

    cfeeds only their favourites

    dsees that all cubs get an equal share
72. Question 72 · Reading Comprehension

    

    With reference to the passage, the following assumptions have been made :

    1. 1.Polar bears fast as long as eight months due to non-availability of prey.
    2. 2.Polar bears always give birth to triplets.

    Which of the assumptions given above is/are valid ?

    a1 only

    b2 only

    cBoth 1 and 2

    dNeither 1 nor 2
73. Question 73 · Decision Making and Interpersonal Skills

    Directions for the following 8 (eight) items : Given below are eight items. Each item describes a situation and is followed by four possible responses. Indicate the response you find most appropriate. Choose only one response for each item. The responses will be evaluated based on the level of appropriateness for the given situation. Please attempt all the items. There is no penalty for wrong answers for these eight items. You have been asked to give an explanation for not attending an important official meeting. Your immediate boss who has not informed you about the meeting is now putting pressure on you not to place an allegation against him/her. You would

    asend a written reply explaining the fact.

    bseek an appointment with the top boss to explain the situation.

    cadmit your fault to save the situation.

    dput the responsibility on the coordinator of the meeting for not informing.
74. Question 74 · Decision Making and Interpersonal Skills

    A local thug (bad element) has started illegal construction on your vacant plot. He has refused your request to vacate and threatened you of dire consequences in case you do not sell the property at a cheap price to him. You would

    asell the property at a cheap price to him.

    bgo to the police for necessary action.

    cask for help from your neighbours.

    dnegotiate with the goon to get a higher price.
75. Question 75 · Decision Making and Interpersonal Skills

    You have to accomplish a very important task for your Headquarters within the next two days. Suddenly you meet with an accident. Your office insists that you complete the task. You would

    aask for an extension of deadline.

    binform Headquarters of your inability to finish on time

    csuggest alternate person to Headquarters who may do the needful.

    dstay away till you recover.
76. Question 76 · Decision Making and Interpersonal Skills

    You are an officer in-charge for providing basic medical facilities to the survivors of an earthquake affected area. Despite your best possible effort, people put allegations against you for making money out of the funds given for relief. You would

    alet an enquiry be set up to look into the matter.

    bask your senior to appoint some other person in your place.

    cnot pay attention to allegations.

    dstop undertaking any initiative till the matter is resolved.
77. Question 77 · Decision Making and Interpersonal Skills

    You have been made responsible to hire boats at a short notice to be used for an area under flood. On seeing the price mentioned by the boat owners you found that the lowest price was approximately three times more than the approved rate of the Government. You would

    areject the proposal and call for a fresh price.

    baccept the lowest price.

    crefer the matter to the Government and wait.

    dthreaten the boat owners about a possible cancellation of the licence.
78. Question 78 · Decision Making and Interpersonal Skills

    You are the officer-in-charge of a village administering distribution of vaccine in an isolated epidemic hit village, and you are left with only one vaccine. There is a requirement of that vaccine from the Gram Pradhan and also a poor villager. You are being pressurised by the Gram Pradhan to issue the vaccine to him. You would

    ainitiate the procedure to expedite the next supply without issuing the vaccine to either.

    barrange vaccine for the poor villager from the distributor of another area.

    cask both to approach a doctor and get an input about the urgency.

    darrange vaccine for the Gram Pradhan from the distributor of another area
79. Question 79 · Decision Making and Interpersonal Skills

    You have taken up a project to create night shelters for homeless people during the winter season. Within a week of establishing the shelters, you have received complaints from the residents of the area about the increase in theft cases with a demand to remove the shelters. You would

    aask them to lodge a written complaint in the police station.

    bassure residents of an enquiry into the matter.

    cask residents to consider the humanitarian effort made.

    dcontinue with the project and ignore their complaint.
80. Question 80 · Decision Making and Interpersonal Skills

    You, as an administrative authority, have been approached, by the daughter-in-law of an influential person regarding harassment by her in-laws on account of insufficient dowry. Her parents are not able to approach you because of social pressures. You would

    acall the in-laws for an explanation.

    bcounsel the lady to adjust, given such a circumstance.

    ctake action after her parents approach you.

    dask her to lodge a complaint with the police.

Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2011, General Studies Paper II (CSAT), Series A. The paper on upsc.gov.in.