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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
‘miR444’ seen in news recently is a
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Solution(c)
The gene transcription factor MADS27, which regulates nitrate absorption, root development and stress tolerance, is activated by the micro-RNA, miR444, therefore offering a new way to control these properties of the plant. This ‘miR444’ can be used to increase nitrate absorption, enhance root development and help the plant to tolerate more stress.
Context – Researchers have found a new pathway that regulates nitrate absorption in plants.
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Solution(c)
The gene transcription factor MADS27, which regulates nitrate absorption, root development and stress tolerance, is activated by the micro-RNA, miR444, therefore offering a new way to control these properties of the plant. This ‘miR444’ can be used to increase nitrate absorption, enhance root development and help the plant to tolerate more stress.
Context – Researchers have found a new pathway that regulates nitrate absorption in plants.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Patents’ in India
- The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks under Ministry of Corporate Affairs is the body responsible for the Indian Patent Act
- Both Indian as well as foreign applicants can file for a patent under the provisions of this act
- Term for protection of product patent shall be for 10 years
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect The Patents Act, 1970 is the legislation that till date governs patents in India. It first came into force in 1972. The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks or CGPDTM is the body responsible for the Indian Patent Act. It comes under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry The jurisdiction for filing the patent application depends upon: Indian applicant(s): determined according to place of residence, place of business of the applicant or where the invention actually originated. Foreign applicant(s): determined by the address for service in India. Term for protection of product patent shall be for 20 years. Context – There is a proposal to reduce the pre-grant opposition procedure under the Indian Patents act.
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect The Patents Act, 1970 is the legislation that till date governs patents in India. It first came into force in 1972. The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks or CGPDTM is the body responsible for the Indian Patent Act. It comes under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry The jurisdiction for filing the patent application depends upon: Indian applicant(s): determined according to place of residence, place of business of the applicant or where the invention actually originated. Foreign applicant(s): determined by the address for service in India. Term for protection of product patent shall be for 20 years. Context – There is a proposal to reduce the pre-grant opposition procedure under the Indian Patents act.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Alluri Sitarama Raju’
- Rising discontent towards the British led to the Rampa Rebellion in 1945
- He had adopted aspects from the Non-cooperation movement, such as promoting temperance to attract people’s support
- Lord Reading was the viceroy during the Rampa Rebellion.
Select the correct statement/s:
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Born in present-day Andhra Pradesh, he became involved in opposing the British in response to the 1882 Madras Forest Act, which effectively restricted the free movement of Adivasis (tribal communities) in their forest habitats and prevented them from practicing a traditional form of agriculture known as podu. He led Rampa rebellion in 1924.
Alluri had adopted aspects from the Non-cooperation movement, such as promoting temperance, and the boycott of colonial courts in favour of local justice, administered by panchayat courts, to attract people’s support Lord Reading(1921 to 1926) was the viceroy during Rampa Rebellion. Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi to launch yearlong celebrations to remember contributions of Alluri Sitarama Raju.
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Born in present-day Andhra Pradesh, he became involved in opposing the British in response to the 1882 Madras Forest Act, which effectively restricted the free movement of Adivasis (tribal communities) in their forest habitats and prevented them from practicing a traditional form of agriculture known as podu. He led Rampa rebellion in 1924.
Alluri had adopted aspects from the Non-cooperation movement, such as promoting temperance, and the boycott of colonial courts in favour of local justice, administered by panchayat courts, to attract people’s support Lord Reading(1921 to 1926) was the viceroy during Rampa Rebellion. Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi to launch yearlong celebrations to remember contributions of Alluri Sitarama Raju.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about FCRA(Foreign Contribution Regulation Act)
- It regulates the acceptance and utilization of foreign contribution or foreign hospitality by certain individuals or associations or companies
- FCRA allows Indians to receive up to ₹1 lakh in a year from relatives staying abroad without informing the authorities
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (a)
Statement analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The Foreign Contribution (regulation) Act, 2010 is an act of the Parliament of India. It is a consolidating act whose scope is to regulate the acceptance and utilisation of foreign contributions. It prohibits acceptance and utilisation of foreign contribution or foreign hospitality for any activities detrimental to the national interest
FCRA allows Indians to receive up to ₹10 lakh in a year from relatives staying abroad without informing the authorities. FCRA functions under the supervision of Ministry of Home Affairs.
Context: Government recently amended FCRA and increased the sum that relatives living abroad can send to 10 lakh
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Solution (a)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The Foreign Contribution (regulation) Act, 2010 is an act of the Parliament of India. It is a consolidating act whose scope is to regulate the acceptance and utilisation of foreign contributions. It prohibits acceptance and utilisation of foreign contribution or foreign hospitality for any activities detrimental to the national interest
FCRA allows Indians to receive up to ₹10 lakh in a year from relatives staying abroad without informing the authorities. FCRA functions under the supervision of Ministry of Home Affairs.
Context: Government recently amended FCRA and increased the sum that relatives living abroad can send to 10 lakh
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to ‘Lisbon Declaration’, consider the following statements
- It aims to protect biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction
- The theme of the declaration is ‘Our Ocean, Our Future: call for action’
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect It aims to protect biodiversity in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction, which lie outside the 200-mile (322-kilometre) exclusive economic zones of countries. The Ocean Conference adopted the declaration entitled “Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility”as the outcome document, and recommends that the General Assembly endorse it, at its 76th session. Context – UN Ocean Conference ended recently with adoption of Lisbon Declaration.
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect It aims to protect biodiversity in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction, which lie outside the 200-mile (322-kilometre) exclusive economic zones of countries. The Ocean Conference adopted the declaration entitled “Our Ocean, Our Future, Our Responsibility”as the outcome document, and recommends that the General Assembly endorse it, at its 76th session. Context – UN Ocean Conference ended recently with adoption of Lisbon Declaration.
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