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Asked 32 times across 5 UPSC exams over 47 years (1979–2026), peaking in 2024.
32
PYQs
5/4
Exams
15
Years active
1979–2026
Span
2024
Peak
31/32
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Sample questions

CSE2026

Which of the following statements about Rare Earth Elements (REEs) and Critical Minerals is/are correct?

  1. Modern technological innovations including Artificial Intelligence, robotics and space exploration extensively utilise Rare Earth Elements (REEs)
  2. China has the highest share in mining of REEs followed by India
  3. The Government of India launched the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) in 2025 to establish a robust framework for self-reliance in the critical mineral sector
  4. Rare Earth Elements are a set of 13 metallic elements
  1. A 1 and 3 only ✓
  2. B 3 only
  3. C 1, 3 and 4
  4. D 1, 2 and 4
✓ Correct answer: (A)
Economy › Industry/Infra/MSME
NDA2024

Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists

List I (Tropical Cyclone)List II (Country)
A. Hurricanes1. China
B. Willy Willy2. Philippines
C. Baguio3. Australia
D. Typhoons4. USA

Codes:

  1. A A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1 ✓
  2. B A-1 B-2 C-3 D-4
  3. C A-4 B-2 C-3 D-1
  4. D A-1 B-3 C-2 D-4
✓ Correct answer: (A)
Geography › Climatology
NDA2024
Which of the following is NOT a part of the five principles enshrined in the 'Panchsheel' agreement signed by India and China in 1954 ?
  1. A Mutual non-aggression
  2. B Mutual non-interference
  3. C Peaceful coexistence
  4. D Cultural cooperation ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
International Relations › Treaties/Conventions/Agreements

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