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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
2 points
Consider the following organisations:
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC).
Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC).
South Asia Co-operative Environment Programme (SACEP).
Mekong Ganga Cooperation (MGC).
In how many of the above organisations is India a member of?
Correct
Ans: D
Exp:
From the start of this decade, India has received one shock after another in its neighbourhood. India must instead revive pan-South Asian mechanisms such as the SAARC, BIMSTEC, and find ways to engage with the neighbourhood without external interference.
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation
Established by SAARC Charter in Dhaka on 8 December 1985.
Objective: to place regional cooperation on a firm foundation, accelerate the pace of social and economic development of the countries, and further the cause of peace, progress and stability in the region.
8 Members: Afghanistan(2005), Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
HQ: Kathmandu, Nepal.
BIMSTEC: Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation
A regional multilateral organisation.
Formed in 1997 through the Bangkok Declaration.
7 members: Bangladesh, Bhutan (2004), India, Myanmar (1997), Nepal (2004), Sri Lanka, and Thailand
Objective: to create an enabling environment for rapid economic development; accelerate social progress; and promote collaboration on matters of common interest in the region.
HQ: Dhaka, Bangladesh.
South Asia Co-operative Environment Programme (SACEP):
It was established in 1982 by the governments of South Asia to promote and support protection, management and enhancement of the environment in the region.
The members of SACEP include Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
SACEP also acts as the Secretariat for the South Asian Seas Programme which comes under the purview of UNEP’s Regional Seas Programme.
HQ.: Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Incorrect
Ans: D
Exp:
From the start of this decade, India has received one shock after another in its neighbourhood. India must instead revive pan-South Asian mechanisms such as the SAARC, BIMSTEC, and find ways to engage with the neighbourhood without external interference.
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation
Established by SAARC Charter in Dhaka on 8 December 1985.
Objective: to place regional cooperation on a firm foundation, accelerate the pace of social and economic development of the countries, and further the cause of peace, progress and stability in the region.
8 Members: Afghanistan(2005), Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
HQ: Kathmandu, Nepal.
BIMSTEC: Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation
A regional multilateral organisation.
Formed in 1997 through the Bangkok Declaration.
7 members: Bangladesh, Bhutan (2004), India, Myanmar (1997), Nepal (2004), Sri Lanka, and Thailand
Objective: to create an enabling environment for rapid economic development; accelerate social progress; and promote collaboration on matters of common interest in the region.
HQ: Dhaka, Bangladesh.
South Asia Co-operative Environment Programme (SACEP):
It was established in 1982 by the governments of South Asia to promote and support protection, management and enhancement of the environment in the region.
The members of SACEP include Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
SACEP also acts as the Secretariat for the South Asian Seas Programme which comes under the purview of UNEP’s Regional Seas Programme.
HQ.: Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Bengal monitor lizard:
It is in Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
It is categorised as Endangered in IUCN Red List.
They are found in the eastern part of India only.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Ans: A
Exp:
During the 17th century, Tanaji won the Sinhagad (Lion’s Fort), the famous hill fortress near Pune, with the help of a Bengal monitor lizard.
About Bengal Monitor:
The scientific name of Bengal Monitor or Common Indian Monitor is Varanus bengalensis.
Statement 1 is correct: The Bengal Monitor Lizard is a part of CITES Appendix I and Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
Statement 2 is incorrect: IUCN red list status: Near Threatened (NT).
The species is hunted for medicinal purposes and also for consumption.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Distribution: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Burma, India, Iran, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
Incorrect
Ans: A
Exp:
During the 17th century, Tanaji won the Sinhagad (Lion’s Fort), the famous hill fortress near Pune, with the help of a Bengal monitor lizard.
About Bengal Monitor:
The scientific name of Bengal Monitor or Common Indian Monitor is Varanus bengalensis.
Statement 1 is correct: The Bengal Monitor Lizard is a part of CITES Appendix I and Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
Statement 2 is incorrect: IUCN red list status: Near Threatened (NT).
The species is hunted for medicinal purposes and also for consumption.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Distribution: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Burma, India, Iran, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Neelakurinji Flowers:
Neelakurinji matures in 3 years time and flowers every 3rd year.
Tamil Nadu’s ‘Paliyan’ tribe used the Neelakurinji flowers to calculate age.
Neelakurinji is also found on the Shevaroy hills in the Eastern Ghats.
Neelakurinji is listed as critically endangered in the IUCN Red List of threatened species.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Ans: B
Exp:
Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes kunthiana), a flowering shrub that blooms once every 12 years, is now classified as Vulnerable (Criteria A2c) on the IUCN Red List.
Statement 1 is Incorrect: The Neelakurinji, scientifically known as Strobilanthes spp. is a purplish flowering shrub, which blooms once in 12 years in the hills of the Western Ghats and Himalayan hills. Neelakurinji matures in 12 years time and flowers gregariously every 12 years.
Statement 2 is Correct: These beautiful purplish-blue flowers were used by a tribe in Tamil Nadu called Paliyan to calculate their age, as they bloom after every 12 years during the months of September and October.
Statement 3 is Correct: Kurinji or Neelakurinji, scientifically known as Strobilanthus kunthianus, is a shrub that grows in the shola forests of the Western Ghats in South India. In addition to the Western Ghats, Kurinji is also found in the Shevaroy Hills of the Eastern Ghats in Tamil Nadu as well as the Bellary district of Karnataka. The year 2006 was when the Neelakurinji last bloomed in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, after a span of 12 years.
Statement 4 is Incorrect: Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes kunthiana), the purplish flowering shrub, which blooms once in 12 years, has been included on the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) official Red List of threatened species. The latest global assessment confirms its threatened status in the Vulnerable (Criteria A2c) category of the IUCN.
Incorrect
Ans: B
Exp:
Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes kunthiana), a flowering shrub that blooms once every 12 years, is now classified as Vulnerable (Criteria A2c) on the IUCN Red List.
Statement 1 is Incorrect: The Neelakurinji, scientifically known as Strobilanthes spp. is a purplish flowering shrub, which blooms once in 12 years in the hills of the Western Ghats and Himalayan hills. Neelakurinji matures in 12 years time and flowers gregariously every 12 years.
Statement 2 is Correct: These beautiful purplish-blue flowers were used by a tribe in Tamil Nadu called Paliyan to calculate their age, as they bloom after every 12 years during the months of September and October.
Statement 3 is Correct: Kurinji or Neelakurinji, scientifically known as Strobilanthus kunthianus, is a shrub that grows in the shola forests of the Western Ghats in South India. In addition to the Western Ghats, Kurinji is also found in the Shevaroy Hills of the Eastern Ghats in Tamil Nadu as well as the Bellary district of Karnataka. The year 2006 was when the Neelakurinji last bloomed in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, after a span of 12 years.
Statement 4 is Incorrect: Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes kunthiana), the purplish flowering shrub, which blooms once in 12 years, has been included on the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) official Red List of threatened species. The latest global assessment confirms its threatened status in the Vulnerable (Criteria A2c) category of the IUCN.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Gurmar or Gymnema sylvestre :
Gymnemic acid an active component isolated from leaves of Gurmar and it has antidiabetic properties.
Gurmar is a tropical plant that is indigenous to India and grows wild in the tropical forests of central, western and southern parts of the country.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Correct
Ans: C
Exp
Researchers have discovered anti-diabetic medicinal herb Gurmar on Gaya’s Brahmayoni Hill.
About Gymnema sylvestre or Gurmar:
Gymnema sylvestre is a medicinal plant. It is a slow-growing, perennial, woody climber .
Statement 1 is Correct: Gymnemic acid—an active component isolated from leaves of G. sylvestre—has antiobesity and antidiabetic properties; it causes decrease in body weight and inhibits glucose absorption.
Statement 2 is Correct: It is a tropical plant that is indigenous to India and grows wild in the tropical forests of central, western and southern parts of the country. The medicinal herb also grows in the tropical areas of Africa, Australia, and China.
In the Ayurvedic system, it is referred to as “Meshasringa” or “Gurmar” and has indications for use in glucose balance.
Incorrect
Ans: C
Exp
Researchers have discovered anti-diabetic medicinal herb Gurmar on Gaya’s Brahmayoni Hill.
About Gymnema sylvestre or Gurmar:
Gymnema sylvestre is a medicinal plant. It is a slow-growing, perennial, woody climber .
Statement 1 is Correct: Gymnemic acid—an active component isolated from leaves of G. sylvestre—has antiobesity and antidiabetic properties; it causes decrease in body weight and inhibits glucose absorption.
Statement 2 is Correct: It is a tropical plant that is indigenous to India and grows wild in the tropical forests of central, western and southern parts of the country. The medicinal herb also grows in the tropical areas of Africa, Australia, and China.
In the Ayurvedic system, it is referred to as “Meshasringa” or “Gurmar” and has indications for use in glucose balance.
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding Antibiotic Overuse :
Colistin as growth promoter in animal feed in poultry could lead to antimicrobial resistance.
Antibiotics can disrupt the microbiome by indiscriminately killing both harmful pathogens and beneficial gut bacteria.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Correct
Ans: C
Exp:
Antibiotics, especially the broad-spectrum ones, can wipe out a large portion of the gut bacteria. This disruption, known as dysbiosis, can have severe and long-lasting effects
About Antibiotic Overue:
Statement 1 is Correct: Colistin is an antibiotic for therapeutic purposes in veterinary medicine. But the drug is highly misused in the poultry industry as a growth promoter for prophylactic purposes. Colistin, a last-resort antibiotic drug for treating multidrug-resistant infections, banned for use in food producing animals by the Union Ministry of Health in 2019. This move is likely to reduce the antimicrobial resistance within the country.
Statement 2 is Correct: While vital for treating infections, antibiotics can disrupt the microbiome by indiscriminately killing both harmful pathogens and beneficial gut bacteria, especially broad-spectrum types. This indiscriminately killing of beneficial bacteria, leading to a disruption known as dysbiosis.
Dysbiosis can have severe and long-lasting effects on health, contributing to conditions like inflammatory bowel disease, weakened immune function, and metabolic disorders such as obesity and diabetes.
Incorrect
Ans: C
Exp:
Antibiotics, especially the broad-spectrum ones, can wipe out a large portion of the gut bacteria. This disruption, known as dysbiosis, can have severe and long-lasting effects
About Antibiotic Overue:
Statement 1 is Correct: Colistin is an antibiotic for therapeutic purposes in veterinary medicine. But the drug is highly misused in the poultry industry as a growth promoter for prophylactic purposes. Colistin, a last-resort antibiotic drug for treating multidrug-resistant infections, banned for use in food producing animals by the Union Ministry of Health in 2019. This move is likely to reduce the antimicrobial resistance within the country.
Statement 2 is Correct: While vital for treating infections, antibiotics can disrupt the microbiome by indiscriminately killing both harmful pathogens and beneficial gut bacteria, especially broad-spectrum types. This indiscriminately killing of beneficial bacteria, leading to a disruption known as dysbiosis.
Dysbiosis can have severe and long-lasting effects on health, contributing to conditions like inflammatory bowel disease, weakened immune function, and metabolic disorders such as obesity and diabetes.
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