Q.14311·Miscellaneous·2012·EasyHow does National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting the Indian agriculture? 1. NBA checks the biopiracy and protects the indigenous and traditional genetic resources. 2. NBA directly monitors and supervises the scientific research on genetic modification of crop plants. 3. Application for Intellectual Property Rights related to genetic/biological resources cannot be made without the approval of NBA. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.14312·Miscellaneous·2012·EasyThe National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 was enacted in consonance with which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India? 1. Right to healthy environment, construed as a part of Right to life under Article 21 2. Provision of grants for raising the level of administration in the Scheduled Areas for the welfare of Scheduled Tribes under Article 275(1) 3. Powers and functions of Gram Sabha as mentioned under Article 243(A) Select the correct answer using the codes given below:View question
Q.14313·Miscellaneous·2012·EasyIf National Water Mission is properly and completely implemented, how will it impact the country? 1. Part of the water needs of urban areas will be met through recycling of wastewater. 2. The water requirements of coastal cities with inadequate alternative sources of water will be met by adopting appropriate technologies that allow for the use of ocean water. 3. All the rivers of Himalayan origin will be linked to the rivers of peninsular India. 4. The expenses incurred by farmers for digging bore-wells and for installing motors and pump-sets to draw groundwater will be completely reimbursed by the Government. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:View question
Q.14314·Miscellaneous·2012·EasyConsider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India: 1. Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code 2. Organizing village Panchayats 3. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas 4. Securing for all the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy?View question
Q.14315·Miscellaneous·2012·EasyConsider the following statements: 1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha. 2. It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the election disputes. 3. According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.14316·Miscellaneous·2012·EasyWith reference to consumers’ rights/privileges under the provisions of law in India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Consumers are empowered to take samples for food testing. 2. When a consumer files a complaint in any consumer forum, no fee is required to be paid. 3. In case of death of a consumer, his/her legal heir can file a complaint in the consumer forum on his/her behalf. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:View question
Q.14317·Miscellaneous·2012·EasyRegarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements: 1. He/She holds the office during the pleasure of the President. 2. He/She need not be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a member of the House within six months from the date of his/her election. 3. If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.14318·Miscellaneous·2012·EasyWhich of the following are included in the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court? 1. A dispute between the Government of India and one or more States 2. A dispute regarding elections to either House of the Parliament or that of Legislature of a State 3. A dispute between the Government of India and a Union Territory 4. A dispute between two or more States Select the correct answer using the codes given below:View question
Q.14319·Miscellaneous·2012·EasyConsider the following kinds of organisms: 1. Bacteria 2. Fungi 3. Flowering plants Some species of which of the above kinds of organisms are employed as biopesticides?View question
Q.14320·Miscellaneous·2012·EasyBiomass gasification is considered to be one of the sustainable solutions to the power crisis in India. In this context, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Coconut shells, groundnut shells and rice husk can be used in biomass gasification. 2. The combustible gases generated from biomass gasification consist of hydrogen and carbon dioxide only. 3. The combustible gases generated from biomass gasification can be used for direct heat generation but not in internal combustion engines. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:View question
Q.14321·Miscellaneous·2012·EasyExamine the following statements : 1. All colours are pleasant. 2. Some colours are pleasant. 3. No colour is pleasant. 4. Some colours are not pleasant. Given that statement 4 is true, what can be definitely concluded?View question
Q.14322·Miscellaneous·2011·EasyWhich one among the following features of the Constitution of India is indicative of the fact that the real executive power is vested in the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister?View question
Q.14323·Miscellaneous·2011·EasyWhich one among the following led to the Greece economic crisis 2010 ?View question
Q.14324·Miscellaneous·2011·EasyIn which among the following cases the joint session of both the Houses of Parliament can be summoned? 1.To amend the Constitution 2.When a bill has been pending with one House for more than six months after it was passed by the other 3.When both the Houses disagree on the amendments to be made in a bill 4.When a bill is passed by one House and is rejected by the other Select the correct answer using the code given below:View question
Q.14325·Miscellaneous·2011·EasyThe ‘Bombay Plan’ drafted by G.D. Birla and J.R.D. Tata emphasized:View question
Q.14326·Miscellaneous·2011·EasyConsider the following statements: 1.The Buddhists in Deccan excavated rock-cut Chaityas and the Vaishnavas, Shaivas and Jainas imitated these in later centuries. 2.The Vaishnavas, Shaivas and Jainas excavated temples at sites far distant from rock-cut Chaityas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.14327·Miscellaneous·2011·EasyConsider the following statements: 1.The Champaran Satyagraha marked Gandhiji’s second appearance in Indian politics as a leader of the masses. 2.The Champaran Satyagraha was launched to address the problems faced by Indigo plantation workers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question
Q.14328·Miscellaneous·2011·EasyConsider the following statements: 1.Charles Wood’s Despatch of 1854 laid exclusive emphasis on the development of higher education in India and neglected primary and secondary education. 2.The Carlyle Circular issued by R.W. Carlyle sought to check the spread of revolutionary activities in educational institutions. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?View question