66th BPSC Prelims (2020) — 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 maximum strength of the Lok Sabha as envisaged by the Constitution is:

   1. 552
   2. 550
   3. 545
   4. 500
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   Answer: A — 552

   The Constitution fixes the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha at 552 (530 states + 20 UTs + up to 2 Anglo-Indians, the latter now discontinued).

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2. Which is the longest river of Peninsular India?

   1. Godavari
   2. Krishna
   3. Kaveri
   4. Narmada
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   Answer: A — Godavari

   The Godavari, "Dakshin Ganga", is the longest peninsular river, rising in Maharashtra and draining into the Bay of Bengal.

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3. Who founded the "Indian National Congress" in 1885?

   1. A. O. Hume
   2. Dadabhai Naoroji
   3. W. C. Bonnerjee
   4. Surendranath Banerjee
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   Answer: A — A. O. Hume

   A. O. Hume founded the INC in 1885; W. C. Bonnerjee was its first president.

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