Q.73·International Relations·EasyWith reference to the National Adaptation Fund on Climate Change, consider the following statements: 1. It is a central sector scheme to support adaptation activities which mitigate the adverse effects of climate change. 2. NABARD has been designated as the implementation agency for the National Adaptation Fund on Climate Change. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.74·International Relations·EasyRavi has some amount between Rs. 30 and Rs. 40; While Mihir has some amount between Rs. 40 and Rs. 50. The amount with each of them is a prime number. What amount should Mihir give to Ravi so as to make their amounts equal to each other, and still remain a prime number?View question
Q.75·International Relations·EasyIn India, the term liberal essentially meant a voice representing courage and wider awareness. Training of such a voice was the main job of colleges and universities. This function grew under severe constraints in colonial times. Post independence, in higher education, the new economic policy designed on the principles of liberalization offered no safety net. From the beginning, the assumption was that higher education ought to generate its own resources. Both Central and State universities have been starved of financial resources. Cutting down on permanent staff, both teaching and non-teaching have emerged as the best strategy to cope with the financial crunch. So, if we now return to the question my young student had asked: 'Does liberalization promote liberal values?' The answer is, 'It hasn't.' With reference to the above passage, which of the following is the most valid assumption?View question
Q.76·International Relations·EasyAn Overseas Citizen of India Cardholder shall not be entitled to which of the following rights conferred on a citizen of India? 1. Under Article 16 of the Constitution with regard to equality of opportunity in matters of public employment. 2. Under Article 58 of the Constitution for election as the President. 3. Under Article 217 of the Constitution for appointment as a Judge of the High Court. Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.77·International Relations·EasyIn the context of India's preparation for Climate-Smart Agriculture, consider the following statements: 1. The 'Climate-Smart Village' approach in India is a part of a project led by the Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS), an international research programme. 2. The project of CCAFS is carried out under Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) headquartered in France. 3. The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) in India is one of the CGIAR's research centres. Which of the statements given above are correct?View question
Q.78·International Relations·EasyConsider the following statements: 1. Sovereignty is the supreme power by which the state commands and exerts political obedience from its people. 2. The term ‘liberty’ means the absence of restraints on the activities of individuals and at the same time, providing opportunities for the development of individual personalities. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.79·International Relations·EasyWhich of the following is/are the reason(s) for the tilt towards Universal Basic Income (UBI)? 1. Growing and vast inequality. 2. Threat of automation affecting jobs and creating joblessness. Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.80·International Relations·EasyConsider the following statements about the Hunger Project: 1. The Hunger Project believes that empowering women is essential to ending world hunger and poverty. 2. The Project fights for clean drinking water, nutrition and sanitation, as well as economic growth. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.81·International Relations·EasyConsider the following 1. Areca nut 2. Barley 3. Coffee 4. Finger millet 5. Groundnut 6. Sesamum 7. Turmeric The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has announced the Minimum Support Price for which of the above ?View question
Q.82·International Relations·EasyConsider the following statements with respect to poverty estimation in India: 1. Poverty line in India is currently measured on the basis of calorie intake of an individual. 2. The Poverty Headcount Ratio is a measure of absolute poverty in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.83·International Relations·EasyConsider the following statements : 1. The Reserve Bank of India manages and services Government of India Securities but not any State Government Securities. 2. Treasury bills are issued by the Government of India and there are no treasury bills issued by the State Governments. 3. Treasury bills offer are issued at a discount from the par value. Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?View question
Q.84·International Relations·EasyConsider the following statements regarding the Indian capitalists: 1. The Indian capitalists class grew with largely an independent capital base and not as junior partners of foreign capital. 2. The capitalist class argued against the comprehensive land reforms, including co-operativization of production, finance and technology. 3. The Indian capitalists took a consistently and openly anti-imperialist position. Which of the statements given above are correct?View question
Q.85·International Relations·EasyIn the context of Indian history, the Rakhmabai case of 1884 revolved around (1) Women‘s right to gain education (2) Age of consent (3) Restitution of conjugal rights Select the correct answer using the code given below :View question
Q.86·International Relations·EasyThe Nationalist Foreign Policy was developed across some themes. Which of the following were those themes? 1. Sympathy and support for the people fighting for liberation and independence, such as that of Russia, Egypt, etc. 2. The rise of identity of Asian consciousness through the rise of Japan as an Industrial Power. 3. The understanding regarding economic rationale and consequent rise in imperialism in the 19 th century. Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.87·International Relations·EasyWhich of the following statements is/are true of the Fundamental Duties of an Indian citizen ? 1. A legislative process has been provided to enforce these duties. 2. They are correlative to legal duties. Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.88·International Relations·EasyConsider the following statements about the Charter Act of 1853: 1. It said that the Indian territories would remain under the Government of the Company, in trust for the Crown. 2. The Act increased the number of Directors. 3. It took away the patronage of appointments from the Court of Directors and the Civil Service of India was thrown open to competition. Which of the statements given above are correct?View question
Q.89·International Relations·EasyWhich of the following can be attributed to the phenomenon of "Son Meta-Preference", as seen in India's demography? 1. Drastic increase in the tendency to opt for sex selective abortion 2. Increase in the number of unwanted girls 3. Sex ratio of last birth biased against females Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.90·International Relations·EasyWith reference to the Sangam Society consider the following pairs: S. No. Location Chief occupations 1. Marudam Agriculture 2. Neydal Fishing and salt manufacturing 3. Kurinji Cattle-rearing and dairy products 4. Mullai Hunting and honey collection Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?View question