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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
With reference to the Ajanta Paintings, consider the following statements:
1. The paintings employ the fresco technique using lime plaster.
2. They mainly depict themes from Buddhist literature such as the Jataka Tales.
3. The figures in these paintings are noted for their heavy proportions and expressive gestures.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: B. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect. Ajanta paintings use the tempera technique (painting on dry plaster), not fresco (on wet plaster).
Statement 2 is correct. Themes like the Jataka Tales and life of Buddha are central.
Statement 3 is correct. Figures are portrayed with heavy proportions and expressive gestures, reflecting emotional and spiritual depth.
Incorrect
Answer: B. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect. Ajanta paintings use the tempera technique (painting on dry plaster), not fresco (on wet plaster).
Statement 2 is correct. Themes like the Jataka Tales and life of Buddha are central.
Statement 3 is correct. Figures are portrayed with heavy proportions and expressive gestures, reflecting emotional and spiritual depth.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following best explains why studying liquid carbon is difficult in laboratory conditions?
Correct
Answer: B. Liquid carbon can only exist under extreme conditions of temperature and pressure.
Explanation:
Liquid carbon forms only at ~4500°C and very high pressures, conditions where no conventional container can survive. This makes lab-based studies extremely challenging, requiring laser-driven compression and ultrafast imaging technologies.
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Answer: B. Liquid carbon can only exist under extreme conditions of temperature and pressure.
Explanation:
Liquid carbon forms only at ~4500°C and very high pressures, conditions where no conventional container can survive. This makes lab-based studies extremely challenging, requiring laser-driven compression and ultrafast imaging technologies.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to the Kakapo, a unique bird species, consider the following statements:
1. It is the only parrot that exhibits lek-breeding behaviour.
2. It is critically endangered due to habitat loss and susceptibility to disease.
3. It has the ability to fly short distances despite being mainly terrestrial.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. Kakapo is the only lek-breeding parrot.
Statement 2 is correct. Threats include predation, infertility, and diseases like aspergillosis.
Statement 3 is incorrect. Kakapo is completely flightless.
Incorrect
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. Kakapo is the only lek-breeding parrot.
Statement 2 is correct. Threats include predation, infertility, and diseases like aspergillosis.
Statement 3 is incorrect. Kakapo is completely flightless.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
The Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) performs which of the following functions?
1. Tracks stolen mobile phones even after SIM change.
2. Maintains a centralised list of authorised and unauthorised mobile devices.
3. Supports only government-operated telecom networks in India.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. CEIR helps track lost or stolen phones even if SIM is changed, using IMEI.
Statement 2 is correct. It maintains White, Grey, and Black lists of devices.
Statement 3 is incorrect. CEIR is platform-neutral and supports all network operators, not just government ones.
Incorrect
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. CEIR helps track lost or stolen phones even if SIM is changed, using IMEI.
Statement 2 is correct. It maintains White, Grey, and Black lists of devices.
Statement 3 is incorrect. CEIR is platform-neutral and supports all network operators, not just government ones.
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following features is/are associated with the SPICED scheme?
1. Promotion of value-added, GI-tagged, and organic spice exports.
2. Creation of Spice Incubation Centres to support startups.
3. Implementation under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Answer: B. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. The scheme promotes value-added, GI-tagged, and organic spices for export.
Statement 2 is correct. It supports Spice Incubation Centres for MSMEs and startups.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The SPICED scheme is implemented by the Spices Board under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, not the Ministry of Food Processing.
Incorrect
Answer: B. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct. The scheme promotes value-added, GI-tagged, and organic spices for export.
Statement 2 is correct. It supports Spice Incubation Centres for MSMEs and startups.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The SPICED scheme is implemented by the Spices Board under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, not the Ministry of Food Processing.
