65th BPSC Prelims (2019) — questions with answers

3 questions, in the order of the paper, each with the official answer and a short explanation. Tap "Show answer" after attempting a question.

1. The Right to Constitutional Remedies is provided under which Article?

   1. Article 32
   2. Article 19
   3. Article 21
   4. Article 14
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   Answer: A — Article 32

   Article 32 (called the "heart and soul" of the Constitution by Ambedkar) guarantees the right to move the Supreme Court for enforcement of Fundamental Rights.

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2. Who led the Revolt of 1857 in Bihar?

   1. Kunwar Singh
   2. Nana Sahib
   3. Tantia Tope
   4. Mangal Pandey
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   Answer: A — Kunwar Singh

   Babu Kunwar Singh of Jagdishpur led the 1857 revolt in Bihar at the age of about 80.

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3. The "Green Revolution" in India is primarily associated with which crops?

   1. Wheat and rice
   2. Pulses and oilseeds
   3. Cotton and jute
   4. Tea and coffee
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   Answer: A — Wheat and rice

   The Green Revolution (1960s, led by M. S. Swaminathan) dramatically raised wheat and rice output via HYV seeds.

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