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Question 1 of 6
1. Question
2 points
With reference to “Water Census of India”, consider the following statements:
The first-ever water body census was conducted by the Ministry of Education.
The Census stated that West Bengal has the highest number of water bodies.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Option (b) is correct
Explanation:
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has released the report of India’s first water bodies census, a comprehensive database of ponds, tanks, lakes, and reservoirs in the country. The census was conducted in 2018-19.
The census enumerated a total of 24,24,540 water bodies across the country, with West Bengal accounting for the most (7.47 lakh) and Sikkim the least (134).
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Option (b) is correct
Explanation:
The Ministry of Jal Shakti has released the report of India’s first water bodies census, a comprehensive database of ponds, tanks, lakes, and reservoirs in the country. The census was conducted in 2018-19.
The census enumerated a total of 24,24,540 water bodies across the country, with West Bengal accounting for the most (7.47 lakh) and Sikkim the least (134).
Question 2 of 6
2. Question
2 points
The term “Bluesky” was often in the news, it is associated with which of the following:
Correct
Option (c) is correct
Explanation:
Bluesky is a micro-blogging platformand social website built on the AT Protocol (Authenticated Transport Protocol).
Bluesky is currently in private beta, meaning that only a select group has been allowed to join via invite codes.
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Option (c) is correct
Explanation:
Bluesky is a micro-blogging platformand social website built on the AT Protocol (Authenticated Transport Protocol).
Bluesky is currently in private beta, meaning that only a select group has been allowed to join via invite codes.
Question 3 of 6
3. Question
2 points
“Space Science and Technology Awareness Training (START) Programme” is an initiative of:
Correct
Option (b) is correct
Explanation:
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced a new introductory-level online training programme called space science and technology awareness training (START).
The programme is part of the ISRO’s efforts to enable Indian students to become professionals in space science and technology, as the organisation’s space science exploration programme continues to expand into new domains.
The programme is intended to give them an overview of the different facets of the field, research opportunities and career options.
Incorrect
Option (b) is correct
Explanation:
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced a new introductory-level online training programme called space science and technology awareness training (START).
The programme is part of the ISRO’s efforts to enable Indian students to become professionals in space science and technology, as the organisation’s space science exploration programme continues to expand into new domains.
The programme is intended to give them an overview of the different facets of the field, research opportunities and career options.
Question 4 of 6
4. Question
2 points
“National Centre for Good Governance” is an autonomous institute under the aegis of:
Correct
Option (a) is correct
Explanation:
The National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) in New Delhi was set up in 2014 by the government as an apex-level institution under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.
NCGG is expanding its capacity to train more civil servants from different countries, with a rise in demand for its programmes such as those in public policy and governance.
The NCGG has so far imparted training to civil servants from 15 countries, namely Bangladesh, Kenya, Tanzania, Tunisia, Seychelles, Gambia, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Laos, Vietnam, Bhutan, Myanmar, Nepal and Cambodia.
Incorrect
Option (a) is correct
Explanation:
The National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) in New Delhi was set up in 2014 by the government as an apex-level institution under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.
NCGG is expanding its capacity to train more civil servants from different countries, with a rise in demand for its programmes such as those in public policy and governance.
The NCGG has so far imparted training to civil servants from 15 countries, namely Bangladesh, Kenya, Tanzania, Tunisia, Seychelles, Gambia, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Laos, Vietnam, Bhutan, Myanmar, Nepal and Cambodia.
Question 5 of 6
5. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Arab League’:
It was formed in 1945 to promote cooperation and coordination among Arab countries.
India is an observer state in the Arab League.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
Correct
Option (c) is correct
Explanation:
Recently, Arab government representatives in Cairo (Egypt) voted to return Syria to the Arab League after a 12-year suspension.
Arab League:
It was formed in 1945 to promote cooperation and coordination among Arab countries.
Headquartered: Cairo, Egypt.
There are four nations that were conferred observer status by the League: Brazil, Eritrea, India, and Venezuela.
Members: 22
Incorrect
Option (c) is correct
Explanation:
Recently, Arab government representatives in Cairo (Egypt) voted to return Syria to the Arab League after a 12-year suspension.
Arab League:
It was formed in 1945 to promote cooperation and coordination among Arab countries.
Headquartered: Cairo, Egypt.
There are four nations that were conferred observer status by the League: Brazil, Eritrea, India, and Venezuela.
Members: 22
Question 6 of 6
6. Question
2 points
With reference to the “Gangetic Dolphins”, consider the following statements:
It is the national aquatic animal of India.
It is under the Critically Endangered category of the IUCN List.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
Correct
Option (b) is correct
Explanation:
Gangetic Dolphin:
It is the national aquatic animal of India.
Its common name is Susu.
They are generally blind and catch their prey in a unique manner. They emit an ultrasonic sound which reaches the prey.
In India, they are found in Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal.
It is under the Endangered category of the IUCN List.
Incorrect
Option (b) is correct
Explanation:
Gangetic Dolphin:
It is the national aquatic animal of India.
Its common name is Susu.
They are generally blind and catch their prey in a unique manner. They emit an ultrasonic sound which reaches the prey.
In India, they are found in Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal.
It is under the Endangered category of the IUCN List.
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