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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
The Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024 replaces Part XIV of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958. Which of the following is NOT a feature of the new Bill?
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Answer: C
Explanation: The new Bill recognizes maritime zones up to 200 nautical miles from the Indian coast, not just 12 nautical miles (which is the limit for territorial waters). The earlier provision was narrower, but the 2024 Bill expands the scope.
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Answer: C
Explanation: The new Bill recognizes maritime zones up to 200 nautical miles from the Indian coast, not just 12 nautical miles (which is the limit for territorial waters). The earlier provision was narrower, but the 2024 Bill expands the scope.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
In India, which groundwater contaminant is linked to “Blue Baby Syndrome”?
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Answer: B
Explanation: Nitrate contamination in groundwater, often from chemical fertilizers and poor waste management, can cause Methemoglobinemia or “Blue Baby Syndrome” in infants. Arsenic causes cancers, uranium causes kidney damage, and fluoride causes skeletal fluorosis.
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Answer: B
Explanation: Nitrate contamination in groundwater, often from chemical fertilizers and poor waste management, can cause Methemoglobinemia or “Blue Baby Syndrome” in infants. Arsenic causes cancers, uranium causes kidney damage, and fluoride causes skeletal fluorosis.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
According to the District Flood Severity Index (DFSI), why does Patna (Bihar) rank #1 despite some districts like Thiruvananthapuram having more flood events?
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Answer: C
Explanation: DFSI combines multiple indicators including deaths, injuries, flood-affected area, and population impact. Patna ranks #1 because of high population exposure and widespread flooding, even if other districts have more events.
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Answer: C
Explanation: DFSI combines multiple indicators including deaths, injuries, flood-affected area, and population impact. Patna ranks #1 because of high population exposure and widespread flooding, even if other districts have more events.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
In haemophilia care, Prophylaxis Therapy is considered superior to on-demand therapy because it:
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Answer: B
Explanation: Prophylaxis therapy involves regular infusion of clotting factors or non-factor therapies to prevent bleeds before they occur, protecting joints and improving quality of life. It does not cure haemophilia, and while it can reduce long-term costs, it may initially be costlier.
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Answer: B
Explanation: Prophylaxis therapy involves regular infusion of clotting factors or non-factor therapies to prevent bleeds before they occur, protecting joints and improving quality of life. It does not cure haemophilia, and while it can reduce long-term costs, it may initially be costlier.
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
The Indian flapshell turtle (Lissemys punctata) is listed under which of the following?
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Answer: B
Explanation: The Indian flapshell turtle is Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and listed in CITES Appendix II. It also gets Schedule I protection under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, meaning the highest level of protection in India.
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Answer: B
Explanation: The Indian flapshell turtle is Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and listed in CITES Appendix II. It also gets Schedule I protection under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, meaning the highest level of protection in India.
