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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements,
1. Similar to PMO cabinet secretariat is politically headed by Prime Minister but it is administratively headed by cabinet secretary.
2. Unlike as PMO a single institution cabinet secretary has multiple subdivisions.
3. Civil, Social and Military are the subdivisions of cabinet secretary
How many of the statements is/are correct?
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(b) Only two
The Cabinet Secretariat is responsible for the administration of the Government of India (Transaction of Business) Rules, 1961 and the Government of India (Allocation of Business) Rules 1961, facilitating smooth transaction of business in Ministries/ Departments of the Government. This Secretariat provides Secretarial assistance to the Cabinet and its Committees, and also assists in decision-making in Government by ensuring Inter-Ministerial coordination , ironing out differences amongst Ministries/ Departments and evolving consensus through the instrumentality of the standing/ adhoc Committees of Secretaries. Through this mechanism new policy initiatives are also promoted.
The Cabinet Secretariat ensures that the President, the Vice President and Ministers are kept informed of the major activities of all Ministries/Departments by means of monthly summary of their activities. Management of major crisis situations in the country and coordinating activities of various Ministries in such a situation is also one of the functions of the Cabinet Secretariat.The PMO provides secretarial assistance to the Prime Minister. It is headed by the Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister. The PMO includes the anti-corruption unit and the public wing dealing with grievances.
Similar to PMO cabinet secretariat is politically headed by Prime Minister but it is administratively headed by cabinet secretary. Unlike as PMO a single institution cabinet secretary has 3 subdivisions namely civil, military and intelligence. (Statement 2 is incorrect)
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(b) Only two
The Cabinet Secretariat is responsible for the administration of the Government of India (Transaction of Business) Rules, 1961 and the Government of India (Allocation of Business) Rules 1961, facilitating smooth transaction of business in Ministries/ Departments of the Government. This Secretariat provides Secretarial assistance to the Cabinet and its Committees, and also assists in decision-making in Government by ensuring Inter-Ministerial coordination , ironing out differences amongst Ministries/ Departments and evolving consensus through the instrumentality of the standing/ adhoc Committees of Secretaries. Through this mechanism new policy initiatives are also promoted.
The Cabinet Secretariat ensures that the President, the Vice President and Ministers are kept informed of the major activities of all Ministries/Departments by means of monthly summary of their activities. Management of major crisis situations in the country and coordinating activities of various Ministries in such a situation is also one of the functions of the Cabinet Secretariat.The PMO provides secretarial assistance to the Prime Minister. It is headed by the Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister. The PMO includes the anti-corruption unit and the public wing dealing with grievances.
Similar to PMO cabinet secretariat is politically headed by Prime Minister but it is administratively headed by cabinet secretary. Unlike as PMO a single institution cabinet secretary has 3 subdivisions namely civil, military and intelligence. (Statement 2 is incorrect)
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Tsunami word belongs to which of the following languages?
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(b) Japanese
A tsunami is a series of long waves caused by a sudden and significant displacement of the ocean. These waves can travel across entire ocean basins and cause devastating damage to coastal areas. Tsunamis are also called seismic sea waves and are one of the most powerful and destructive natural forces. They are caused by many reasons such as: Volcanic eruptions, Landslides, Nuclear tests, Glacier calvings and Meteorite impact in the ocean.
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(b) Japanese
A tsunami is a series of long waves caused by a sudden and significant displacement of the ocean. These waves can travel across entire ocean basins and cause devastating damage to coastal areas. Tsunamis are also called seismic sea waves and are one of the most powerful and destructive natural forces. They are caused by many reasons such as: Volcanic eruptions, Landslides, Nuclear tests, Glacier calvings and Meteorite impact in the ocean.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
What is the difference between asteroids and comets?
1. Asteroids are small rocky planetoids, while comets are formed of frozen gases held together by rocky and metallic material.
2. Asteroids are found mostly between the orbits of Jupiter and Mars, while comets are found mostly between Venus and Mercury.
3. Comets show a perceptible glowing tail, while asteroids do not.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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(b) 1 and 3
Asteroids: They are small, rocky objects that orbit the Sun. Although asteroids orbit the sun like planets, they are much smaller than planets. Most of this ancient space rubble can be found orbiting the Sun between Mars and Jupiter within the main asteroid belt. The total mass of all the asteroids combined is less than that of Earth’s Moon. They do not show a perceptible glowing tail.
Comets: They are frozen leftovers from the formation of the solar system composed of dust, rock and ices. When it is closer to the sun, it heats up and spews dust and gases into a giant glowing head/tail larger than most planets. There are likely billions of comets orbiting our Sun. They primarily originate from two regions: the Kuiper Belt, and the Oort Cloud.
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(b) 1 and 3
Asteroids: They are small, rocky objects that orbit the Sun. Although asteroids orbit the sun like planets, they are much smaller than planets. Most of this ancient space rubble can be found orbiting the Sun between Mars and Jupiter within the main asteroid belt. The total mass of all the asteroids combined is less than that of Earth’s Moon. They do not show a perceptible glowing tail.
Comets: They are frozen leftovers from the formation of the solar system composed of dust, rock and ices. When it is closer to the sun, it heats up and spews dust and gases into a giant glowing head/tail larger than most planets. There are likely billions of comets orbiting our Sun. They primarily originate from two regions: the Kuiper Belt, and the Oort Cloud.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements:
1. The Bengal Bustard is a critically endangered bird species native to the Indian subcontinent, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
2. The Bengal Florican was recently listed in Appendix I of the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS), which will help to strengthen international cooperation for its conservation.
3. The Government of India has launched a national action plan for the conservation of the Bengal Florican.
How many of the statements is/are correct?
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(c) All three
The Bengal Florican, also known as the Bengal Bustard, is a critically endangered bird species native to the Indian subcontinent, Cambodia, and Vietnam. It is the sole member of the Houbaropsis genus and is listed on Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act of India, 1972.
• The Bengal Florican was recently listed in Appendix I of the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS), which will help to strengthen international cooperation for its conservation.
• The Government of India has launched a national action plan for the conservation of the Bengal Florican, which outlines a number of specific actions that will be taken to conserve the species.
• The conservation of the Bengal Florican is a complex challenge, but it is essential to ensure the survival of this iconic species.
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(c) All three
The Bengal Florican, also known as the Bengal Bustard, is a critically endangered bird species native to the Indian subcontinent, Cambodia, and Vietnam. It is the sole member of the Houbaropsis genus and is listed on Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act of India, 1972.
• The Bengal Florican was recently listed in Appendix I of the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS), which will help to strengthen international cooperation for its conservation.
• The Government of India has launched a national action plan for the conservation of the Bengal Florican, which outlines a number of specific actions that will be taken to conserve the species.
• The conservation of the Bengal Florican is a complex challenge, but it is essential to ensure the survival of this iconic species.
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Desert is defined as the area where
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(c) Annual rain occurs less than 25cm
A desert is an arid area that receives less than 25 centimeters (10 inches) of rainfall each year. These areas have low humidity and moisture deficits, meaning that water evaporates more quickly than it can be replenished by precipitation.
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(c) Annual rain occurs less than 25cm
A desert is an arid area that receives less than 25 centimeters (10 inches) of rainfall each year. These areas have low humidity and moisture deficits, meaning that water evaporates more quickly than it can be replenished by precipitation.