UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2021: previous year questions (42 questions)

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42 questions from this paper (of the 63 we have; questions we could not answer reliably are left out) in the paper's order. Answers come from our checked MCQ bank or, where the paper had no answer key, from an AI check: confirm with the commission's official key.

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First questions

1. Which one of the following statements is correct?
2. Which one of the following ancient towns is well-known for its elaborate system of water harvesting and management by building a series of dams and channelizing water into connected reservoirs?
3. From the decline of Guptas until the rise of Harshavardhana in the early seventh century, which of the following kingdoms were holding power in Northern India? 1. The Guptas of Magadha 2. The Paramaras of Malwa 3. The Pushyabhutis of Thanesar 4. The Maukharies of Kanauj 5. The Yadavas of Devagiri 6. The Maitrakas of Valabhi Select the correct answer using the code given below.