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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following pairs of defense exercises and the countries involved:
1. Exercise Garuda Shakti – Indonesia
2. Exercise Nomadic Elephant – Mongolia
3. Exercise Shakti – France
4. Exercise Yudh Abhyas – United Kingdom
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
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(b) Only 1, 2, and 3 are correct
Exercise Garuda Shakti is a joint military exercise between India and Indonesia.
Exercise Nomadic Elephant is conducted between India and Mongolia.
Exercise Shakti is a joint military exercise between India and France.
Exercise Yudh Abhyas is a joint military exercise between India and the United States, not the United Kingdom.
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(b) Only 1, 2, and 3 are correct
Exercise Garuda Shakti is a joint military exercise between India and Indonesia.
Exercise Nomadic Elephant is conducted between India and Mongolia.
Exercise Shakti is a joint military exercise between India and France.
Exercise Yudh Abhyas is a joint military exercise between India and the United States, not the United Kingdom.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following pairs of places and their recent significance:
1. Ankasamudra Bird Conservation Reserve – Recently designated as a Ramsar Wetland in Karnataka, India.
2. Mount Etna – Known for its recent eruptions, disrupting air travel in Europe.
3. Aghanashini Estuary – Located in Tamil Nadu, India, and known for its biodiversity.
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
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(a) Only 1 and 2 pairs are correct
Ankasamudra Bird Conservation Reserve is indeed a Ramsar Wetland located in Karnataka, India.
Mount Etna is Europe’s most active volcano and has had recent eruptions.
Aghanashini Estuary is located in Karnataka, not Tamil Nadu
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(a) Only 1 and 2 pairs are correct
Ankasamudra Bird Conservation Reserve is indeed a Ramsar Wetland located in Karnataka, India.
Mount Etna is Europe’s most active volcano and has had recent eruptions.
Aghanashini Estuary is located in Karnataka, not Tamil Nadu
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to Renewable power plants in India, consider the following statements:
1. India ranks fourth globally in installed renewable energy capacity.
2. The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme aims to promote solar energy among farmers.
3. Atomic energy contributes the largest share to India’s renewable energy capacity.
How many of the statements is/are correct?
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(b) Only two statements are correct (1st and 2nd)
Renewable energy encompasses energy derived from natural resources that replenish themselves over time.
It comprises various sources, such as solar energy, wind energy, hydroelectric power, wave energy, ocean thermal energy conversion, tidal energy, and biomass power.
India ranks fourth globally in installed renewable energy capacity.
The PM-KUSUM scheme aims to promote solar energy among farmers.
Solar energy, not Atomic energy, contributes the largest share to India’s renewable energy capacity.
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(b) Only two statements are correct (1st and 2nd)
Renewable energy encompasses energy derived from natural resources that replenish themselves over time.
It comprises various sources, such as solar energy, wind energy, hydroelectric power, wave energy, ocean thermal energy conversion, tidal energy, and biomass power.
India ranks fourth globally in installed renewable energy capacity.
The PM-KUSUM scheme aims to promote solar energy among farmers.
Solar energy, not Atomic energy, contributes the largest share to India’s renewable energy capacity.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), consider the following statements regarding the:
1. The UPSC is a constitutional body established under Article 315 of the Indian Constitution.
2. The Chairman and other members of the UPSC are appointed by the President of India.
3. The UPSC is responsible for conducting examinations for appointments to the services of the Union and the All India Services.
4. The recommendations made by the UPSC are binding on the government.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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(b) 1, 2, and 3 only
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is indeed a constitutional body established under Article 315 of the Indian Constitution.
The Chairman and other members of the UPSC are appointed by the President of India.
The UPSC is responsible for conducting examinations for appointments to the services of the Union and the All India Services.
The recommendations made by the UPSC are not binding on the government. They are advisory in nature, and the government has the discretion to accept or reject them. (Statement 4 is incorrect)
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(b) 1, 2, and 3 only
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is indeed a constitutional body established under Article 315 of the Indian Constitution.
The Chairman and other members of the UPSC are appointed by the President of India.
The UPSC is responsible for conducting examinations for appointments to the services of the Union and the All India Services.
The recommendations made by the UPSC are not binding on the government. They are advisory in nature, and the government has the discretion to accept or reject them. (Statement 4 is incorrect)
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act (MTPA) 2021:
1. The MTPA 2021 significantly expands the timeframe for termination of pregnancy from 20 weeks to 24 weeks for all women.
2. The Act introduces the concept of “termination on grounds of woman’s health”, removing the requirement for a second medical opinion in certain cases.
3. Under the MTPA 2021, unmarried women no longer require the consent of a guardian or family member for termination of pregnancy.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
(a) Only one
The MTPA 2021 expands the timeframe for termination of pregnancy from 20 weeks to 24 weeks only for specific categories of women, including minors, rape victims, women with disabilities, and those with certain medical conditions. (Statement 1 is incorrect)
The Act introduces the concept of “termination on grounds of woman’s health,” reducing the requirement for a second medical opinion for pregnancies up to 20 weeks if certified by a single doctor.
While the MTPA 2021 removes the requirement for spousal consent for married women, unmarried women still need the consent of a guardian for termination of pregnancy up to 20 weeks. (Statement 3 is incorrect)
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(a) Only one
The MTPA 2021 expands the timeframe for termination of pregnancy from 20 weeks to 24 weeks only for specific categories of women, including minors, rape victims, women with disabilities, and those with certain medical conditions. (Statement 1 is incorrect)
The Act introduces the concept of “termination on grounds of woman’s health,” reducing the requirement for a second medical opinion for pregnancies up to 20 weeks if certified by a single doctor.
While the MTPA 2021 removes the requirement for spousal consent for married women, unmarried women still need the consent of a guardian for termination of pregnancy up to 20 weeks. (Statement 3 is incorrect)
