Q.12511·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.12512·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWhich one of the following pairs of islands is separated from each other by the ‘Ten Degree Channel’?View question
Q.12513·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyConsider the following pairs: Region often in news — Country 1.Chechnya — Russian Federation 2.Darfur — Mali 3.Swat Valley — Iraq Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?View question
Q.12514·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.12515·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyIf a wetland of international importance is brought under the ‘Montreux Record’, what does it imply?View question
Q.12516·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyConsider the following pairs: Programme/Project Ministry 1. Drought-Prone Area Programme : Ministry of Agriculture 2. Desert Development Programme: Ministry of Environment and Forests 3. National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas: Ministry of Rural Development Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?View question
Q.12517·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.12518·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWith reference to ‘Global Environment Facility’, which of the following statements is/are correct?View question
Q.12519·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.12520·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.12521·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWith reference to a conservation organization called ‘Wetlands International’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1.It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention. 2.It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies. Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.12522·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWith reference to a grouping of countries known as BRICS, consider the following statements: 1.The First Summit of BRICS was held in Rio de Janeiro in 2009. 2.South Africa was the last to join the BRICS grouping. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.12523·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyConsider the following diseases: 1.Diphtheria 2.Chickenpox 3.Smallpox Which of the above diseases has/have been eradicated in India?View question
Q.12524·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyWhich of the following phenomena might have influenced the evolution of organisms? 1.Continental drift 2.Glacial cycles Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.12525·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyOther than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganges River Dolphins? 1.Construction of dams and barrages on rivers 2.Increase in the population of crocodiles in rivers 3.Getting trapped in fishing nets accidentally 4.Use of synthetic fertilizers and other agricultural chemicals in crop-fields in the vicinity of rivers Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.12527·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyBrominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and upholstery. Why is there some concern about their use? 1.They are highly resistant to degradation in the environment. 2.They are able to accumulate in humans and animals. Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.12528·Miscellaneous·2014·EasyQ17. Consider the following: 1.Bats 2.Bears 3.Rodents The phenomenon of hibernation can be observed in which of the above kinds of animals?View question