Acme Ai
A
अ
GS Paper IUPSC Prelims 2018
Health & Medicine
Question No. 54Interactive Test Mode
00:00
+2-0.66

Q54. Consider the following 1. Birds 2. Dust blowing 3. Rain 4. Wind blowing Which of the above spread plant diseases?

Consider the following

  1. Birds
  2. Dust blowing
  3. Rain
  4. Wind blowing Which of the above spread plant diseases?
Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)
PrevNext Question

Official Answer Key & Detailed Solution

3D PYQ Realm

Ready to check the official UPSC Answer Key?

Click any option above to test yourself under exam conditions, or reveal the explanation directly.

Official UPSC Answer KeyUPSC Prelims 2018 • Science and Technology

Correct Answer: Option (D) — 1, 2, 3 and 4

Concept & Option Breakdown

Standard Reference Verified

All four agents act as disease transmission vectors in plants: birds physically transport spores on their feathers/beaks; blowing dust and wind carry airborne fungal and bacterial pathogens across distances; and rain splash facilitates the dispersal of pathogens from soil and infected leaves onto healthy foliage.

Reviewed by Avinash Sir & Acme AI Research Team

Practice Full-Length & Sectional Prelims Mocks on this Interface

50 simulated tests in the APT Prelims Test Series (₹1,493) or 1-on-1 Mentorship with Avinash Sir.

1-on-1 MentorshipOpen Test Platform

Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2018 (Q54)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicScience and Technology → Health & Medicine
Official Answer KeyOption (D) — 1, 2, 3 and 4

Related & Repeated Prelims PYQs (7)

Questions from other UPSC Prelims years testing the same or closely linked concept.

View Cluster in 3D Graph
2012 • Q22882% Match

Consider the following kinds of organisms: 1. Bat 2. Bee 3. Bird Which of the above is/are pollinating agent/agents?

Environment and Ecology • Ecology & EcosystemsSolve
2005 • Q43882% Match

Which of the following diseases of milching animals are infectious? 1. Foot and mouth disease 2. Anthrax 3. Black Quarter 4. Cowpox Select the correct answer us

Science and Technology • Health & MedicineSolve
2016 • Q1381% Match

Which of the following statements is/are correct? Viruses can infect 1. Bacteria 2. Fungi 3. Plants Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Science and Technology • Biotechnology & GeneticsSolve
2002 • Q38981% Match

Consider the following plants: 1. Bougainvillea 2. Carnations 3. Cocoa 4. Grapes Which of these plants are propagated by stem cuttings?

Science and Technology • Health & MedicineSolve
2010 • Q37581% Match

With reference to soil conservation, consider the following practices: 1. Crop rotation 2. Sand fences 3. Terracing 4. Wind breaks Which of the above are consi

Science and Technology • Health & MedicineSolve
2008 • Q37981% Match

Consider the following: 1. Rice fields 2. Coal mining 3. Domestic animals 4. Wet lands Which of the above are sources of methane, a major greenhouse gas?

Science and Technology • Health & MedicineSolve
2016 • Q5681% Match

Which of the following statements is/are correct? Virus can infect 1. Bacteria 2. Fungi 3. Plants Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Science and Technology • Biotechnology & GeneticsSolve

More PYQs from Science and Technology (Health & Medicine)

Master the Science and Technology syllabus cluster by practicing these related previous year questions.

View All Science and Technology PYQs
2021 • Q48Health & Medicine

Consider the following statements: 1. Adenoviruses have single stranded DNA genomes whereas retroviruses have double-stranded DNA genomes. 2. Common c

Science and TechnologyPractice
2021 • Q49Health & Medicine

With reference to recent developments regarding ‘Recombinant Vector Vaccine’, consider the following statements: 1. Genetic engineering is applied in

Science and TechnologyPractice
2020 • Q50Health & Medicine

What is the importance of using Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines in India? 1. These vaccines are effective against pneumonia as well as meningitis and

Science and TechnologyPractice
2019 • Q51Health & Medicine

Which of the following are the reasons for the occurrence of multi-drug resistance in microbial pathogens in India? 1. Genetic predisposition of some

Science and TechnologyPractice
2019 • Q52Health & Medicine

What is Cas9 protein that is often mentioned in the news?

Science and TechnologyPractice
2019 • Q53Health & Medicine

Which one of the following statements is not correct?

Science and TechnologyPractice
2024 • Q1Biotechnology & Genetics

"Membrane Bioreactors" are often discussed in the context of:

Science and TechnologyPractice
2024 • Q2Biotechnology & Genetics

Which one of the following is synthesised in the human body that dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow?

Science and TechnologyPractice

Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2018 Q54

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2018 GS Paper I Question 54 (Science and Technology)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2018 Science and Technology (Health & Medicine) question is Option (D): "1, 2, 3 and 4". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2018 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Science and Technology" and micro-topic "Health & Medicine". You can explore all repeated questions from Health & Medicine in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

How can I solve this Health & Medicine UPSC Prelims question using option elimination?

To solve Health & Medicine questions in UPSC Prelims, identify extreme modifiers, verify core NCERT conceptual definitions, and eliminate mutually contradictory statement pairs before locking your final option.

Beyond Previous Year Questions

Structured Prelims Practice & Mentorship

Pair previous year question analysis with full-length simulated mock tests and 1-on-1 faculty guidance.

APT 2027 • 50 Prelims Tests17% OFF

Acme Prelims Test Series (APT)

Built to eliminate 1/3rd negative marking losses and 50–50 option traps through structured simulation and NCERT-backed keys.

  • 50 High-Yield Tests: Subject Sectionals, Current Affairs, CSAT Paper II & Full-Length Simulators
  • 1/3rd Penalty & Trap Analytics: Identify whether marks are lost to over-attempting or conceptual gaps
  • Option-by-Option NCERT Keys: Detailed distractor analysis and elimination logic for every question
  • Custom PDF-to-Mock Generator: Convert your revision notes or current affairs PDFs into practice tests
Complete 50-Test Package
₹1,493₹1,799• Valid till Prelims 2027
Explore APT Test SeriesTry Free Mock
1-on-1 Personal MentorshipCapped at 10 Seats

1-on-1 UPSC Mentorship with Avinash Sir

Weekly 1-on-1 strategy reviews, daily study accountability, and personalized MCQ attempt audits with an experienced UPSC mentor.

  • Weekly 1-on-1 Sessions: Direct mentorship with Avinash Sir (Former Plutus IAS Mentor, UPSC & UPPCS Mains Written)
  • APT 50-Test Series Included: Full Prelims GS1 & CSAT test series bundled at no additional cost
  • Mock Attempt & Elimination Audit: Question-by-question review to calibrate your risk and attempt accuracy
  • Prelims & Integrated Tracks: Available as dedicated Prelims mentorship or end-to-end Prelims + Mains guidance
Prelims & Integrated Tracks
17% OFF• Includes APT 50-Test Series
Explore 1-on-1 MentorshipCompare Tracks
Previous QuestionWhich of the following statements best describes “carbon fertilization”?
Next QuestionWith reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements: 1. A high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water holding capacity. 2. Soil does not play any role in the sulphur cycle. 3. Irrigation over a period of time can contribute to the salinization of some agricultural lands. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?