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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
2 points
With reference to “Chagos Archipelago” consider the following statements:
It comprises low level islands in the Pacific Ocean.
Salomon island is present on its northern side.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Ans: B
Exp:
Britain has agreed to give up sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, ending a long-standing dispute over the United Kingdom’s last African colony, after the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled.
About Chagos Archipelago:
Location: Island group located in the central Indian Ocean
South of the southern tip of the Indian subcontinent.
Statement 1 is not correct: Chagos Archipelago comprises around 58 small, very low-lying islands in the middle of the Indian Ocean.
Key islands Include: Diego Garcia atoll, Danger Island, Egmont Islands, Eagle Islands, Nelsons Island, Peros Banhos atoll.
Statement 2 is correct: Salomon island is present in the northern part of Chagos Archipelago.
Climate: Tropical marine climate with high temperatures and elevated humidity levels.
Incorrect
Ans: B
Exp:
Britain has agreed to give up sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, ending a long-standing dispute over the United Kingdom’s last African colony, after the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled.
About Chagos Archipelago:
Location: Island group located in the central Indian Ocean
South of the southern tip of the Indian subcontinent.
Statement 1 is not correct: Chagos Archipelago comprises around 58 small, very low-lying islands in the middle of the Indian Ocean.
Key islands Include: Diego Garcia atoll, Danger Island, Egmont Islands, Eagle Islands, Nelsons Island, Peros Banhos atoll.
Statement 2 is correct: Salomon island is present in the northern part of Chagos Archipelago.
Climate: Tropical marine climate with high temperatures and elevated humidity levels.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
2 points
With reference to the ‘Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY)’ Scheme, consider the following statements:
It is designed to promote sustainable farming practices.
It includes a special “Accelerator Fund for Agri Startups” to promote innovation in agriculture.
To avoid duplication and ensure convergence, respective local governments have been given flexibility in planning and executing agricultural strategies.
How many of the statements given above are not correct?
Correct
Ans: A
Exp:
The Union Cabinet approved the proposal for rationalisation of all centrally sponsored schemes (CSS) operating under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare into two-umbrella Schemes viz. Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY) and Krishonnati Yojana (KY)
About Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY):
Statement 1 is correct: Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY) with an allocation of ₹57,074.72 crore, is aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture.
Statement 2 is correct: PM-RKVY includes a special “Accelerator Fund for Agri Startups” to promote innovation in agriculture.
Statement 3 is incorrect: One important change is to provide, in PM-RKVY, the state governments be given flexibility to reallocate funds from one component to another based on their state specific requirements.”
This shift will avoid duplication, ensure convergence, and provide more freedom to state governments in planning and executing agricultural strategies.
Incorrect
Ans: A
Exp:
The Union Cabinet approved the proposal for rationalisation of all centrally sponsored schemes (CSS) operating under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare into two-umbrella Schemes viz. Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY) and Krishonnati Yojana (KY)
About Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY):
Statement 1 is correct: Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY) with an allocation of ₹57,074.72 crore, is aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture.
Statement 2 is correct: PM-RKVY includes a special “Accelerator Fund for Agri Startups” to promote innovation in agriculture.
Statement 3 is incorrect: One important change is to provide, in PM-RKVY, the state governments be given flexibility to reallocate funds from one component to another based on their state specific requirements.”
This shift will avoid duplication, ensure convergence, and provide more freedom to state governments in planning and executing agricultural strategies.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
2 points
With reference to “Oxygen Bird Park (Amrit Mahotsav Park)”, consider the following statements:
It is an eco-initiative developed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
It aims to preserve rare and endangered tree species native to Central India.
It has fast-growing, oxygen-producing trees aimed to combat air pollution and foster a healthier environment.
How many of the statements given above are not correct?
Correct
Ans: D
Exp:
Recently, the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways inaugurated Oxygen Bird Park (Amrit Mahotsav Park) in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
About Oxygen Bird Park (Amrit Mahotsav Park):
Statement 1 is correct: It is an eco-initiative developed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) along the Nagpur-Hyderabad National Highway-44.
Statement 2 is correct: It aims to preserve rare and endangered tree species native to Central India like the Vulnerable Indian Bael, Gum Karaya and the Endangered Yellow Flame of the Forest.
Statement 3 is correct: It has fast-growing, oxygen-producing trees aimed to combat air pollution and foster a healthier environment. It is designed to mimic natural ecosystems to conserve both local and migratory bird species.
Incorrect
Ans: D
Exp:
Recently, the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways inaugurated Oxygen Bird Park (Amrit Mahotsav Park) in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
About Oxygen Bird Park (Amrit Mahotsav Park):
Statement 1 is correct: It is an eco-initiative developed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) along the Nagpur-Hyderabad National Highway-44.
Statement 2 is correct: It aims to preserve rare and endangered tree species native to Central India like the Vulnerable Indian Bael, Gum Karaya and the Endangered Yellow Flame of the Forest.
Statement 3 is correct: It has fast-growing, oxygen-producing trees aimed to combat air pollution and foster a healthier environment. It is designed to mimic natural ecosystems to conserve both local and migratory bird species.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
2 points
With reference to “Mudumalai Tiger Reserve”, consider the following statements:
It is located at the tri-junction of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
It is a part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: B
Exp:
A survey of herpetofauna in Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR) identified 33 new reptile species and 36 new amphibian species.
About Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR):
Statement 1 is not correct: Mudumalai Tiger Reserve is located in the Nilgiris District of Tamil Nadu state at the tri-junction of three states, viz, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Statement 2 is correct: Mudumalai Tiger Reserve is a part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve (1st Biosphere Reserve in India) along with Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala) in the West, Bandipur National Park (Karnataka) in the North, Mukurthi National Park and Silent Valley in the South.
Incorrect
Ans: B
Exp:
A survey of herpetofauna in Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR) identified 33 new reptile species and 36 new amphibian species.
About Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR):
Statement 1 is not correct: Mudumalai Tiger Reserve is located in the Nilgiris District of Tamil Nadu state at the tri-junction of three states, viz, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Statement 2 is correct: Mudumalai Tiger Reserve is a part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve (1st Biosphere Reserve in India) along with Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala) in the West, Bandipur National Park (Karnataka) in the North, Mukurthi National Park and Silent Valley in the South.
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
2 points
With reference to the Leopards in India, consider the following statements:
The Leopard census is conducted by the National Tiger Conservation Authority.
As per the 2022 census, Odisha has the largest population of leopards in the country.
Leopard is classified as “Vulnerable” by the IUCN Red List.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: B
Exp:
The All Odisha Leopard Estimation 2024, released recently, estimates the State’s leopard population to range between 668 and 724, with a median count of 696.
About Leopard census:
Statement 1 is correct: The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) and Wildlife Institute of India (WII), along with State Forest Departments, estimated the leopard population for the fifth cycle (conducted in 2022).
Population Estimate: 13,874 leopards are thought to exist in India
Statement 2 is not correct: The highest number of leopards were reported in Madhya Pradesh (3,907), followed by Maharashtra, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
About Indian Leopard
The Indian Leopard (Panthera pardus fusca) is a leopard subspecies that is widespread throughout the Indian subcontinent.
They are the smallest of the big cats.
They are noted for their capacity to adapt to a range of environments.
They are strong and agile predators capable of climbing trees and dragging their victim to safety.
Statement 3 is correct: Conservation status: Vulnerable in IUCN Red List.
Appendix I of CITES and Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
Incorrect
Ans: B
Exp:
The All Odisha Leopard Estimation 2024, released recently, estimates the State’s leopard population to range between 668 and 724, with a median count of 696.
About Leopard census:
Statement 1 is correct: The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) and Wildlife Institute of India (WII), along with State Forest Departments, estimated the leopard population for the fifth cycle (conducted in 2022).
Population Estimate: 13,874 leopards are thought to exist in India
Statement 2 is not correct: The highest number of leopards were reported in Madhya Pradesh (3,907), followed by Maharashtra, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
About Indian Leopard
The Indian Leopard (Panthera pardus fusca) is a leopard subspecies that is widespread throughout the Indian subcontinent.
They are the smallest of the big cats.
They are noted for their capacity to adapt to a range of environments.
They are strong and agile predators capable of climbing trees and dragging their victim to safety.
Statement 3 is correct: Conservation status: Vulnerable in IUCN Red List.
Appendix I of CITES and Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
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