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Sunday 7 August 2016

Project Loon, sometimes seen in the news, is related to

Question: 10. 'Project Loon', sometimes seen in the news, is related to 

(a) waste management technology
(b) wireless communication technology
(c) solar power production technology
(d) water conservation technology

Answer: (b) wireless communication technology

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Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labelling) Regulations, 2011

Question: 9. With reference to pre-packaged items in India, it is mandatoy to the manufacturer to put which of the following information on the main label, as per the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging and Labelling) Regulations, 2011?

1. List of ingredients including additives
2. Nutrition information
3. Recommendations, if any, made by the medical profession about the possibility of any allergic reactions
4. Vegetarian/non-vegetarian
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 2, 3 and 4
(c) 1, 2 and 4
(d) 1 and 4 only

Answer: (c) 1, 2 and 4

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Which of the following best describes/ describe the aim of 'Green India Mission' of the Government of India?

Question 8. Which of the following best describes/ describe the aim of 'Green India Mission' of the Government of India?

1. Incorporating environment al benefits and costs into the Union and State Budgets thereby implementing the `green accounting'
2. Launching the second green revolution to enhance agricultural output so as to ensure food security to one and all in the future
3. Restoring and enhancing forest cover and responding to climate change by a combination of adaptation and mitigation measures
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (c) 3 only

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Mission Indradhanush launched by the Government of India pertains to

Question 7. 'Mission Indradhanush' launched by the Government of India pertains to

(a) immunization of children and pregnant women
(b) construction of smart cities across the country
(c) India's  own search for the Earth-like planets in outer space
(d) New Educational Policy

Answer: (a) immunization of children and pregnant women

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In the context of the developments in Bioinformatics, the term transcriptome', sometimes seen in the news, refers to

Question 6. In the context of the developments in Bioinformatics, the term transcriptome', sometimes seen in the news, refers to

(a) a range of enzymes used in genome editing
(b) the full range of mRNA molecules expressed by an organism
(c) the description of the mechanism of gene expression
(d) a mechanism of genetic mutations taking place in cells

Answer: (b) the full range of mRNA molecules expressed by an organism

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Consider the following pairs Annex— I Countries : Cartagena Protocol

Question 5. Consider the following pairs :

Terms sometimes                Their origin
seen in the news
1. Annex—I Countries   :      Cartagena Protocol
2. Certified Emissions Reductions :   Nagoya Protocol
3. Clean Development Mechanism : Kyoto Protocol
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (c) 3 only
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term 'Core Banking Solutions' is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following statements best describes/describe this term?

Question 4. The term 'Core Banking Solutions' is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following statements best describes/describe this term?

1. It is a networking of a bank's branches which enables customers to operate their accounts from any branch of the bank on its network regardless of where they open their accounts.
2. It is an effort to increase RBI's control over commercial banks through computerization.
3. It is a detailed procedure by which a bank with huge non-performing assets is taken over by another bank.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (a) 1 only

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Which of the following is/are tributary tributaries of Brahmaputra?

Question 3. Which of the following is/are tributary tributaries of Brahmaputra?

1. Dibang
2. Kameng
3. Lohit
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3
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FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems

Question 2. The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative?

1. To provide modern technology, training in modern farming methods and financial support to local communities of identified GIAHS so as to greatly enhance their agricultural productivity
2. To identify and safeguard eco-friendly traditional farm practices and their associated landscapers, agricultural biodiversity and knowledge systems of the local communities
3. To provide Geographical Indication status to all the varieties of agricultural produce in such identified GIAHS
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 only
(C) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (b) 2 only 
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With reference to ‘stand up india scheme’, which of the following statement is/are correct?

Question 1. With reference to ‘stand up india scheme’, which of the following statement is/are correct?

1. Its purpose is to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST and women entrepreneurs.
2. It provides for refinance through SIDBI.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2

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Monday 19 October 2015

Ball bearings are used in bicycles, cars, etc., because

Question 88 Ball bearings are used in bicycles, cars, etc., because

 A ) The actual area of contact between the wheel and axle is increased
 B ) The effective area of contact between the wheel and axle is increased
 C ) The effective area of contact between the wheel and axle is reduced
 D ) None of the statements is correct

Answer: The effective area of contact between the wheel and axle is reduced

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The national income of a country for a given period is equal to the

Question 99 The national income of a country for a given period is equal to the

A) total value of goods and services produced by the nationals
B) sum of total consumption and investment expenditure
C) sum of personal income of all individuals
D) money value of final goods and services produced

Answer: money value of final goods and services produced

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Fruits stored in a cold chamber exhibit longer storage life because

Question 86 Fruits stored in a cold chamber exhibit longer storage life because

A) exposure to sunlight is prevented
B) concentration of carbon dioxide in the environment is incresed
C) rate of respiration is decreased
D) there is an increase in humidity

Answer: rate of respiration is decreased

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Who among the following constitute the National Development Council?

Question 98 Who among the following constitute the National Development Council?

1. The Prime Minister
2. The Chairman, Finance Commission
3. Ministers of the Union Cabinet
4. Chief Ministers of the States
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
A) 1,2 and 3 only
B) 1, 3 and 4 only
C) 2 and 4 only
D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: 1, 3 and 4 only

Explanation: The National Development Council or Rashtriya Vikas Parishad comprises the Prime Minister, the Union Cabinet Ministers, Chief Ministers of all States or their substitutes, representatives of the Union Territories and the members of the Planning Commission.

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Which of the following grants/grant direct credit assistance to rural households?

Question 100 Which of the following grants/grant direct credit assistance to rural households?

1. Regional Rural Banks
2. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
3. Land Development Banks
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 only
C) 1 and 3 Only
D) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: 1 and 3 Only

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With reference to the history of Indian rock-cut architecture, consider the following statements

Question 4 With reference to the history of Indian rock-cut architecture, consider the following statements:

1. The caves at Badami are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India
2. The Barabar rock-cut caves were originally made for Ajivikas by Emperor Chandragupata Maurya.
3. At Ellora, caves were made for different faiths
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
A) 1 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 3 only
D) 1,2 and 3

Answer: 3 only

Explanation: The Barabar Caves are the oldest surviving rock-cut caves in India. These caves were built in Maurya periodof Ashoka (r. 273-232 BCE) and his grandson Dasaratha Maurya.

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Which one of the following statements is correct?

Question 2 Which one of the following statements is correct?

A) In India, the same person cannot be appointed as Governor for two or more States at the same time.
B) The Judges of High Court of the States in India are appointed by the Governor of the State just as the Judges of the Supreme Court are appointed by the President.
C) No Procedure has been laid down in the constitution of India for the removal of a Governor from his/her post.
D) In the case of a Union Territory having a legislative setup, the Chief Minister is appointed by the Lt. Governor on the base of majority support

Answer: No Procedure has been laid down in the constitution of India for the removal of a Governor from his/her post.

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What will follow if a Money Bill is substantially amended by the Rajya Sabha?

Question 1 What will follow if a Money Bill is substantially amended by the Rajya Sabha?

A) The Lok Sabha may still proceed with the Bill, accepting or not accepting the recommendations of  the Rajya Sabha
B) The Lok Sabha cannot consider the Bill further
C) The Lok Sabha may send the Bill to the Rajya Sabha for reconsideration
D) The President may call a joint sitting for passing the Bill

Answer: The Lok Sabha may still proceed with the Bill, accepting or not accepting the recommendations of  the Rajya Sabha

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Sunday 23 August 2015

Which of the above are tributaries of Godavari?

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Question 86 Consider the following rivers:
1. Vamsadhara 
2. Indravati 
3. Pranahita 
4. Pennar

Which of the above are tributaries of Godavari?

(a) 1, 2 and 3
(b) 2, 3 and 4
(c) 1, 2 and4
(d) 2 and 3 only

Answer:  2 and 3 only

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