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41.”Climate Action Tracker” which monitors the emission reduction pledges of different countries is a :
Database created by coalition of research organisations
Wing of “International Panel of Climate Change”
Committee under “United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change”
Agency promoted and financed by United Nations Environment Programme and World Bank
Answer: A
https://climateactiontracker.org/about/
The Climate Action Tracker is an independent scientific analysis that tracks government climate action and measures it against the globally agreed Paris Agreement aim of “holding warming well below 2°C, and pursuing efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C.”
A collaboration of two organisations, Climate Analytics and NewClimate Institute, the CAT has been providing this independent analysis to policymakers since 2009.
42. Consider the following statements :
“The Climate Group” is an international non-profit organization that drives climate action by building large networks and runs them.
The International Energy Agency in partnership with the Climate Group launched a global initiative “EP100”.
EP100 brings” together leading companies committed to driving innovation in energy efficiency and increasing competitiveness while delivering on emission reduction goals.
Some Indian companies are members of EP100.
The International Energy Agency is the Secretariat to the “Under2 Coalition”.
Which of the statements given above are Correct ?
1,2,4 and5
1, 3 and 4 only
2, 3 and 5 only
1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Answer: B
Climate Group is the Secretariat to the Under2 Coalition and works with governments to accelerate climate action.
43. “If rainforests and tropical’ forests are the lungs of the Earth, then surely. ‘wetlands function as its kidneys.” Which one of the following functions of wetlands best reflects the above statement ?
The water cycle in wetlands involves surface runoff, subsoil percolation and evaporation.
Algae form the nutrient base upon which fish, crustaceans, molluscs, birds, reptiles and mammals thrive.
Wetlands play a vital role in maintaining sedimentation balance and soil stabilization..
Aquatic plants absorb heavy metals and excess nutrients.
Answer: D
Around the world, wetlands are still disappearing three times faster than forests, erasing entire ecosystems. While tropical rainforests are often called the lungs of the Earth, wetlands are described as the kidneys. They can absorb large quantities of water, filtering pollutants and helping to prevent floods.
They have also become key allies in the fight against climate change, as they can capture CO2 from the atmosphere.
44. In the context of WHO Air Quality Guidelines, consider the following statements :
The 24-hour mean of PM2.5 should not exceed, 15 pig/m3 and annual mean of PM2.5 should not exceed 5µg/m3.
In a year, the highest levels of ozone pollution occur during the periods of inclement weather.
PM10 can penetrate the lung barrier and enter the bloodstream.
Excessive ozone in the air can trigger asthma.
Which of the statements given above are correct ?
1, 3 and 4
1 and 4 only
2, 3 and 4
1 and 2 only
Answer: B
45. With reference to “Gucchi” sometimes mentioned in the news, consider the following statements :
It is a fungus.
It grows in some Himalayan forest areas.
It is commercially cultivated in the Himalayan foothills of north-eastern India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? .
1 only
3 only
1 and 2
2 and 3
Answer: C
https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/food-wine/gucchi-mushrooms-cost-health-benefits-6484874/
46. With reference to polyethylene terephthalate, the use of which is so widespread in our daily lives, consider the following statements :
Its fibres can be blended with wool and cotton fibres to reinforce their properties.
Containers made of it can be used to store any alcoholic beverage.
Bottles made of it can be recycled into other products.
Articles made of it can be easily disposed of by incineration without causing greenhouse gas emissions.
Which of the statements given above are correct ?
1 and 3
2 and 4
1 and. 4
2 and 3
Answer A
PET is made into a high-strength textile fibre marketed under the trademarked name Dacron by the American company Invista. The stiffness of PET fibres makes them highly resistant to deformation, so they impart excellent resistance to wrinkling in fabrics. They are often used in durable-press blends with other fibres such as rayon, wool, and cotton, reinforcing the inherent properties of those fibres while contributing to the ability of the fabric to recover from wrinkling.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/mumbai/news/Govt-rules-out-plastic-liquor-bottles/article13994794.ece
https://www.britannica.com/science/polyethylene-terephthalate#ref1049366
47. Which of the following is not a bird ?
Golden Mahseer
Indian Nightjar
Spoonbill
White Ibis
Answer: A
https://www.wwfindia.org/about_wwf/priority_species/threatened_species/golden_mahseer
48. Which of the following are nitrogen-fixing plants ?
Alfalfa
Amaranth
Chickpea
Clover
Purslane (Kulfa)
Spinach
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
1, 3 and 4 only
1, 3, 5 and 6 only
2, 4, 5 and 6 only
1, 2, 4, 5 and 6
Answer: A
Nitrogen-fixing capable plants belong to the Fabacaeae family. Some of such plants include Alfalfa, Chickpea, Clover etc. Screenshot from NCERT is mentioned below.
49. “Biorock technology” is talked about in which one of the following situations ?
Restoration of damaged coral reefs
Development of building materials using plant residues
Identification of areas for exploration/extraction of shale gas
Providing salt licks for wild animals in forests/protected areas
Answer: A
Biorock is a cement-like engineering material formed when a small electric current is passed between underwater metal electrodes placed in seawater causing dissolved minerals to accrete onto the cathode to form a thick layer of limestone
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biorock
50. The “Miyawaki method” is well known for the :
Promotion of commercial farming in arid and semi-arid areas
Development of gardens using genetically modified flora
Creation of mini forests in urban areas
Harvesting wind energy on coastal areas and on sea surfaces
Answer: C
https://urban-forests.com/miyawaki-method/
Urban Forests uses the Miyawaki method to create urban forests. Miyawaki urban forests are fascinating complex ecosystems, in balance with today’s soil and climate conditions.
This technique works worldwide irrespective of soil and climatic conditions. Over 2000 forests were successfully created using this method. Doctor Akira Miyawaki, botanist and professor, is the inventor of the technic since 1980. He is a recipient of the 2006 Blue Planet Prize, which is the equivalent of a Nobel Prize in ecology.
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51. In the Government Of India Act 1919, the functions of Provincial Government were divided into “Reserved” and “Transferred” subjects. Which of the following Were treated as “Reserved” subjects ?
Administration of Justice
Local Self-Government
Land Revenue
Police
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
1, 2 and 3
2, 3 and 4
1, 3 and 4
1, 2 and 4
Answer: C
Local self government was included in the transferred list.
52. In medieval India, the term “Fanam” referred to :
Clothing
Coins
Ornaments
Weapons
Answer: B
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fanam
53.Consider the following freedom fighters :
Barindra Kumar Ghosh
Jogesh Chandra Chatterjee
Rash Behari Bose
Who of the above was/were actively associated, with the Ghadar Party ?
1 and 2
2 only
1 and 3
3 only
Answer: D
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jogesh_Chandra_Chatterjee
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barindra_Kumar_Ghosh
54. With reference to the proposals of Cripps Mission, consider the following statements :
The Constituent Assembly would have members nominated by the Provincial Assemblies as well as the Princely States.
Any Province, which is not prepared to accept the new Constitution would have the right to sign a separate agreement with Britain regarding its future status.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: C
Proposals of Cripps Mission
Setting up of an Indian dominion. This dominion would have the freedom to remain with the British Commonwealth or to secede from it. It would also be at liberty to take part in international organisations.
A Constituent Assembly would be formed to frame a new constitution for the country. This Assembly would have members elected by the provincial assemblies and also nominated by the princes.
Any province unwilling to join the Indian dominion could form a separate union and have a separate constitution.
The transfer of power and the rights of minorities would be safeguarded by negotiations between the Constituent Assembly and the British government.
In the meantime, until this new constitution came into force, India’s defence would be controlled by the British and the powers of the Governor-General would remain unaltered.
55. With reference to Indian history, consider the following texts :
Nettipakarana
Parishishtaparvan
Avadanashataka
Trishashtilakshana Mahapurana
Which of the above are Jaina texts ?
1, 2 and 3
2 and 4 only
1, 3 and 4
2, 3 and 4
Answer: B
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avadanasataka
The Avadānaśataka or “Century of Noble Deeds (Avadāna)” is an anthology in Sanskrit of one hundred Buddhist legends, approximately dating to the same time as the Ashokavadana. Ratnamālāvadāna. The work may be from the Mulasarvastivada school.
56. With reference to Indian history, consider the following pairs:
| Historical person | Known as |
|
Jaina Scholar |
|
Buddhist Scholar |
|
Vaishnava scholar |
How many pairs given above are correctly matched ?
None of the pairs
Only one pair
Only two pairs
All three pairs
Answer: C
Aryadeva – Buddhist scholar
57. With reference to ‘Indian history, consider the following statements :
The first Mongol invasion of India happened during the reign of Jalal-ud-din Khalji.
During the reign of Ala-ud-din Khalji, one Mongol assault marched up to Delhi and besieged the city.
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq temporarily lost portions of north-west of his kingdom to Mongols.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
1 and 2
2 only
1 and 3
3 only
58. With reference to Indian history, who of the following were knoWn as “Kulah-Daran” ?
Arab merchants
Qalandars
Persian calligraphists
Sayyids
Answer: D
59.With reference to Indian history, consider the following statements :
The Dutch . established their factories/warehouses on the east coast on lands granted to them by Gajapati rulers.
Alfonso de Albuquerque captured Goa from the Bijapur Sultanate.
The English East India. . Company established a factory at Madras on a plot of land leased from a representative of the Vijayanagara empire.
Which of the statements given above are correct ?
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
Answer: B
Dutch arrived and build factories in 1605 and Gajapati rulers were perished bu 1543
https://www.thehindu.com/features/kids/how-madras-came-to-be-376-years-ago/article7561549.ece
60. According to Kautilya’s Arthashastra, which of the following are correct ?
A person could be a slave as a result of a judicial punishment.
If a female slave bore her master a son, she was legally free.
If a son born to a female slave was fathered by her master, the son was entitled to the legal status of the master’s son.
Which of the statements given above are correct ?
1 and 2
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
Answer D
The Arthashastra states that a man could be a slave either by birth, by voluntarily selling himself, by being captured in war, or as a result of a judicial punishment. Slavery was a recognized institution and the legal relationship between master and slave was clearly defined e.g. if a female slave bore her master a son, not only was she legally free but the child was entitled to legal status of the master’s son.
http://indiansaga.com/others/slavery.html
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