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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Why is a plant called ‘Senna spectabilis’ often mentioned in news ?
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Solution(c)
Senna spectabilis was introduced as an ornamental species and for use as firewood from South and Central America, the species has become highly invasive in the Sigur plateau in both the core and buffer zones of the MTR. Over the last few years, its bright yellow flowers have become more visible across the Tiger Reserve. Conservationists say the invasive weed has a negative effect on local biodiversity, crowding out native species and limiting food availability for wildlife. Senna spectabilis, along with Lantana camara, is among five major invasive weeds that had taken over vast swathes of the Nilgiris, with wattle being the other major invasive species.
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Senna spectabilis was introduced as an ornamental species and for use as firewood from South and Central America, the species has become highly invasive in the Sigur plateau in both the core and buffer zones of the MTR. Over the last few years, its bright yellow flowers have become more visible across the Tiger Reserve. Conservationists say the invasive weed has a negative effect on local biodiversity, crowding out native species and limiting food availability for wildlife. Senna spectabilis, along with Lantana camara, is among five major invasive weeds that had taken over vast swathes of the Nilgiris, with wattle being the other major invasive species.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM)’
- The mission launched by Ministry of Textiles aims to position India as a global leader in Technical Textiles
- The mission includes projects from speciality fibres, smart textiles, geo textiles and agro-textiles
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct National Technical Textiles Mission’ was launched by the Ministry of Textiles for a periodof 4 years (2020-21 to 2023-24) with an outlay of Rs. 1480 crores. The aim of the mission is to position India as a global leader in Technical Textiles. The mission recently approved projects from 5 Projects of Speciality Fibres, 6 Projects of Agro-textiles, 2 Projects from Smart Textiles, 2 from protective gear and apparel, 2 from geotextiles, 1 from activewear apparels, 1 from strategic application area, 1 from sports textiles approved Context – Ministry of Textiles clears 20 Strategic Projects in the areas of Specialty Fibres, Agro-textile, Protech, Sportech and Geotech segment under the Flagship Programme National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM)
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct National Technical Textiles Mission’ was launched by the Ministry of Textiles for a periodof 4 years (2020-21 to 2023-24) with an outlay of Rs. 1480 crores. The aim of the mission is to position India as a global leader in Technical Textiles. The mission recently approved projects from 5 Projects of Speciality Fibres, 6 Projects of Agro-textiles, 2 Projects from Smart Textiles, 2 from protective gear and apparel, 2 from geotextiles, 1 from activewear apparels, 1 from strategic application area, 1 from sports textiles approved Context – Ministry of Textiles clears 20 Strategic Projects in the areas of Specialty Fibres, Agro-textile, Protech, Sportech and Geotech segment under the Flagship Programme National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM)
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Nutrient-based subsidy scheme’
- A fixed amount of subsidy decided on a seasonal basis is provided based on the nutrient content present in them.
- It covers Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), Potash (K) and Sulphar (S) for Phosphatic and Potassic (P&K) and Urea fertilizers
- It is being implemented by the Department of Fertilizers, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect Under NBS, a fixed amount of subsidy decided on an annual basis, is provided on each grade of subsidized Phosphatic & Potassic (P&K) fertilizers, except for Urea, based on the nutrient content present in them. Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) scheme covers various Nutrients that is Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), Potash (K) and Sulphar (S) for Phosphatic and Potassic (P&K) fertilizers. It does not cover urea which remains outside the ambit of NBS It is being implemented from April 2010 by the Department of Fertilizers, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers. Context – Cabinet approves Nutrient Based Subsidy rates for Phosphatic and Potassic fertilizers for Rabi season 2022-23 from 1st October, 2022 to 31st March, 2023
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Incorrect Under NBS, a fixed amount of subsidy decided on an annual basis, is provided on each grade of subsidized Phosphatic & Potassic (P&K) fertilizers, except for Urea, based on the nutrient content present in them. Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) scheme covers various Nutrients that is Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), Potash (K) and Sulphar (S) for Phosphatic and Potassic (P&K) fertilizers. It does not cover urea which remains outside the ambit of NBS It is being implemented from April 2010 by the Department of Fertilizers, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers. Context – Cabinet approves Nutrient Based Subsidy rates for Phosphatic and Potassic fertilizers for Rabi season 2022-23 from 1st October, 2022 to 31st March, 2023
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to ‘Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme’, consider the following statements
- Ethanol can be procured from B heavy molasses, C heavy molasses and sugarcane juice under this programme
- This programme extends to whole of India and promotes the use of alternative and environment friendly fuels
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect For the first time during ethanol supply year 2018-19, following raw materials apart from C heavy molasses were allowed for ethanol production viz. B heavy molasses, sugarcane juice, sugar, sugar syrup, damaged food grains like wheat and rice unfit for human consumption. Government has been implementing Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme wherein OMCs sell petrol blended with ethanol up to 10%. This programme has been extended to whole of India except Union Territories of Andaman Nicobar and Lakshadweep islands with effect from 01st April, 2019 to promote the use of alternative and environment friendly fuels. This intervention also seeks to reduce import dependence for energy requirements and give boost to agriculture sector. Context – Cabinet approves Mechanism for procurement of ethanol by Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) under Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme – Revision of ethanol price for supply to Public Sector OMCs for Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2022-23
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect For the first time during ethanol supply year 2018-19, following raw materials apart from C heavy molasses were allowed for ethanol production viz. B heavy molasses, sugarcane juice, sugar, sugar syrup, damaged food grains like wheat and rice unfit for human consumption. Government has been implementing Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme wherein OMCs sell petrol blended with ethanol up to 10%. This programme has been extended to whole of India except Union Territories of Andaman Nicobar and Lakshadweep islands with effect from 01st April, 2019 to promote the use of alternative and environment friendly fuels. This intervention also seeks to reduce import dependence for energy requirements and give boost to agriculture sector. Context – Cabinet approves Mechanism for procurement of ethanol by Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) under Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme – Revision of ethanol price for supply to Public Sector OMCs for Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2022-23
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Shanghai Cooperation Organization’
- The Council of Heads of Government is the supreme decision-making body of the SCO which meets once a year
- The Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) Executive Committee is a permanent organ of the SCO which serves to promote cooperation against separatism
- The organization has observers and dialogue partners across three continents
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 Correct The Heads of State Council (HSC) is the supreme decision-making body in the SCO. It meets once a year and adopts decisions and guidelines on all important matters of the organisation. The Council of Heads of Government is the second-highest council in the organisation. This council also holds annual summits, at which time members discuss issues of multilateral cooperation. The council also approves the organisation’s budget. The Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) Executive Committee, headquartered in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, is a permanent organ of the SCO which serves to promote cooperation of member states against the three evils of terrorism, separatism and extremism. The Director of SCO RATS Executive Committee is elected to a three-year term. The Four observer states of SCO are Afghanistan, Belarus, Iran and Mongolia( Asia and Europe).Egypt(Africa) recently became a dialogue partner. The others are Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cambodia, Egypt, Nepal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka and Turkey Context – SCO meet was recently hosted by China
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct The Heads of State Council (HSC) is the supreme decision-making body in the SCO. It meets once a year and adopts decisions and guidelines on all important matters of the organisation. The Council of Heads of Government is the second-highest council in the organisation. This council also holds annual summits, at which time members discuss issues of multilateral cooperation. The council also approves the organisation’s budget. The Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) Executive Committee, headquartered in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, is a permanent organ of the SCO which serves to promote cooperation of member states against the three evils of terrorism, separatism and extremism. The Director of SCO RATS Executive Committee is elected to a three-year term. The Four observer states of SCO are Afghanistan, Belarus, Iran and Mongolia( Asia and Europe).Egypt(Africa) recently became a dialogue partner. The others are Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cambodia, Egypt, Nepal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka and Turkey Context – SCO meet was recently hosted by China
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