Q.12529·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWhich one of the following pairs of islands is separated from each other by the ‘Ten Degree Channel’?View question
Q.12530·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWith reference to Balance of Payments, which of the following constitutes/constitute the Current Account? 1.Balance of trade 2.Foreign assets 3.Balance of invisibles 4.Special Drawing Rights Select the correct answer using the code given below.View question
Q.12531·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWhich of the following adds/add carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on the planet Earth? 1.Volcanic action 2.Respiration 3.Photosynthesis 4.Decay of organic matter Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.12532·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWhat are the significances of a practical approach to sugarcane production known as ‘Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative’? 1.Seed cost is very low in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation. 2.Drip irrigation can be practiced very effectively in this. 3.There is no application of chemical/inorganic fertilizers at all in this. 4.The scope for intercropping is more in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation. Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.12533·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWith reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements: 1.It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Environment and Forests. 2.It strives to conserve nature through action-based research, education and public awareness. 3.It organizes and conducts nature trails and camps for the general public. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.12534·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyIf a wetland of international importance is brought under the ‘Montreux Record’, what does it imply?View question
Q.12535·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWith reference to ‘Global Environment Facility’, which of the following statements is/are correct?View question
Q.12536·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWith reference to technologies for solar power production, consider the following statements: 1.‘Photovoltaics’ is a technology that generates electricity by direct conversion of light into electricity, while ‘Solar Thermal’ is a technology that utilizes the Sun’s rays to generate heat which is further used in electricity generation process. 2.Photovoltaics generates Alternating Current (AC), while Solar Thermal generates Direct Current (DC). 3.India has manufacturing base for Solar Thermal technology, but not for Photovoltaics. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.12537·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyIf you walk through countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside cattle to seize the insects disturbed by their movement through grasses. Which of the following is/are such bird/birds? 1.Painted Stork 2.Common Myna 3.Black-necked Crane Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.12540·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyConsider the following languages: 1.Gujarati 2.Kannada 3.Telugu Which of the above has/have been declared as ‘Classical Language/Languages’ by the Government?View question
Q.12541·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyConsider the following pairs: 1.Dampa Tiger : Mizoram Reserve 2.Gunti Wildlife : Sikkim Sanctuary 3.Saramati Peak : Nagaland Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?View question
Q.12542·Miscellaneous·2013·EasyIn a relay race, there are six teams A, B, C, D, E and F. What is the probability that A, B, C finish first, second, third respectively?View question
Q.12544·Miscellaneous·2013·EasyWhich of the following statements are correct ? 1.Assam produces nearly 80% of jute in India. 2.Jute grows well on loamy soil. 3.Hot and humid conditions are ideal for growing jute. 4.Jute is commonly cultivated with wheat rotation. Select the correct answer using the code given below :View question
Q.12545·Miscellaneous·2013·EasyThe Indian Standard Time is ahead of Greenwich Mean Time byView question
Q.12546·Miscellaneous·2013·EasyWhich of the following is the main characteristic of Mediterranean climate ?View question