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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Kaas Plateau
- It is located in Maharashtra and falls in the biosphere of the Western Ghats.
- The plateau is made of igneous rock having thinner layer of soil.
- It is a biodiversity hotspot and UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.
How many of the statements given above are incorrect?
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · Kaas plateau is locally called as ‘Kas Pathar’ or ‘Plateau of Flowers’. · The plateau is located in the Maharashtra, Western Ghats.
· The plateau is made of igneous rock having thinner layer of soil. · It experiences a natural cycle of extreme conditions.
· It becomes water logged in monsoon rains, very dry during summer and also experience dry winter conditions during winter.
· It is a biodiversity hotspot and UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. Context: A recent study of the sediments from a seasonal lake in the Kaas Plateau has indicated a major shift in the Indian Summer Monsoons towards dry and stressed conditions with low rainfall.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · Kaas plateau is locally called as ‘Kas Pathar’ or ‘Plateau of Flowers’. · The plateau is located in the Maharashtra, Western Ghats.
· The plateau is made of igneous rock having thinner layer of soil. · It experiences a natural cycle of extreme conditions.
· It becomes water logged in monsoon rains, very dry during summer and also experience dry winter conditions during winter.
· It is a biodiversity hotspot and UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. Context: A recent study of the sediments from a seasonal lake in the Kaas Plateau has indicated a major shift in the Indian Summer Monsoons towards dry and stressed conditions with low rainfall.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Namda Art
- Namda is a traditional carpet made of sheep wool.
- The art form belongs to Arunachal Pradesh.
Choose the correct statements:
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect · Namda art is a rug made of sheep wool through felting technique. · Namada is said to have begun in the 16th century during Mughal Emperor Akbar.
· It has been practiced by the Pinjara and Mansuri communities and Sama Muslims in Kachchh.
· Namda is a type of traditional Kashmiri felted carpet that is created using sheep wool and has colourful hand embroidery. · Due to low availability of raw material, lack of skilled manpower and marketing techniques, the export of this craft has declined almost 100 %.
· The Namda project seeks to revive and preserve rich heritage associated with Namda craft.
· The project is public-private partnership (PPP) model in the field of skill development, as it is being implemented in collaboration with local industry partners.
· Through this special project under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has designed short-term training curriculum to preserve this endangered craft.
Context: The Namda craft of Kashmir is being successfully revived under a Skill India’s Pilot Project as part of the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect · Namda art is a rug made of sheep wool through felting technique. · Namada is said to have begun in the 16th century during Mughal Emperor Akbar.
· It has been practiced by the Pinjara and Mansuri communities and Sama Muslims in Kachchh.
· Namda is a type of traditional Kashmiri felted carpet that is created using sheep wool and has colourful hand embroidery. · Due to low availability of raw material, lack of skilled manpower and marketing techniques, the export of this craft has declined almost 100 %.
· The Namda project seeks to revive and preserve rich heritage associated with Namda craft.
· The project is public-private partnership (PPP) model in the field of skill development, as it is being implemented in collaboration with local industry partners.
· Through this special project under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has designed short-term training curriculum to preserve this endangered craft.
Context: The Namda craft of Kashmir is being successfully revived under a Skill India’s Pilot Project as part of the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following countries are the members of Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)
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Solution (c)
Option c Correct · It is a free trade agreement (FTA) between 11 nations: Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore and Vietnam. · It was signed in March 2018.
· It succeeded the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)after the United States withdrew from the TPP in 2017.
· All 11 countries of CPTPP are members of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC).
· The rights and obligations under the CPTPP fall into two categories:
· Rules: for example, on how countries should make new food safety regulations or whether they can ban the transfer of data to other CPTPP member These are the same for all CPTPP parties (including any new members that may join).
· Market access: how far each CPTPP member will cut its tariffs, open up its services markets, liberalise visa conditions for business travellers, and so on. Each member has its own schedules of commitments. In some cases, the commitments are offered to all other members, while in others, they are restricted to specific negotiating partners.
Context: The UK has formally agreed to become the first European country to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
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Solution (c)
Option c Correct · It is a free trade agreement (FTA) between 11 nations: Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore and Vietnam. · It was signed in March 2018.
· It succeeded the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)after the United States withdrew from the TPP in 2017.
· All 11 countries of CPTPP are members of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC).
· The rights and obligations under the CPTPP fall into two categories:
· Rules: for example, on how countries should make new food safety regulations or whether they can ban the transfer of data to other CPTPP member These are the same for all CPTPP parties (including any new members that may join).
· Market access: how far each CPTPP member will cut its tariffs, open up its services markets, liberalise visa conditions for business travellers, and so on. Each member has its own schedules of commitments. In some cases, the commitments are offered to all other members, while in others, they are restricted to specific negotiating partners.
Context: The UK has formally agreed to become the first European country to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Coal Gasification
- It is a process in which coal is partially oxidised with air, oxygen and steam to form a fuel gas.
- It produces Syngas which is a mixture of hydrogen and water vapour amongst other gases.
- Syngas is used to produce fertilizers and synthetic materials.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Option c Correct · Coal gasification is a process in which coal is partially oxidised with air, oxygen, steam or carbon dioxide to form a fuel gas. · This gas is then used instead of piped natural gas, methane and others for deriving energy.
· Production of Syngas: It produces Syngas which is a mixture consisting primarily of methane (CH4), carbon monoxide (CO), hydrogen (H2), carbon dioxide (CO2) and water vapour (H2O).
· Syngas can be used to produce a wide range of fertilizers, fuels, solvent and synthetic materials.
Context: The Ministry of Coal has set a target to gasify 100 million tonnes of coal by FY 2030 in line with its energy transition plans.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Option c Correct · Coal gasification is a process in which coal is partially oxidised with air, oxygen, steam or carbon dioxide to form a fuel gas. · This gas is then used instead of piped natural gas, methane and others for deriving energy.
· Production of Syngas: It produces Syngas which is a mixture consisting primarily of methane (CH4), carbon monoxide (CO), hydrogen (H2), carbon dioxide (CO2) and water vapour (H2O).
· Syngas can be used to produce a wide range of fertilizers, fuels, solvent and synthetic materials.
Context: The Ministry of Coal has set a target to gasify 100 million tonnes of coal by FY 2030 in line with its energy transition plans.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?
Dam State Umiam Dam Manipur Hirakud Dam Odisha Tehri Dam Uttarkhand Choose the correct code:
Correct
Solution (b)
Option b Correct The Umiam Dam, also known as the Barapani Dam, is a large reservoir located in the state of Meghalaya in northeastern India. It is situated on the Umiam River, about 15 kilometres north of Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya.
Hirakud Dam is built across the Mahanadi River, close to Sambalpur city in Odisha in India.
Type: It is a composite structure of earth, concrete and masonry. It is the longest major earthen dam in India.
The Tehri Dam and Hydroelectric Project constructed on Bhagirathi River, Uttarkhand is being operated by Tehri Hydro Power Development Corporation India Limited
Context: Authorities recently informed that the water from Umiam Dam may be released any time in case there is further rise in water level in the reservoir above the safe level.
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Solution (b)
Option b Correct The Umiam Dam, also known as the Barapani Dam, is a large reservoir located in the state of Meghalaya in northeastern India. It is situated on the Umiam River, about 15 kilometres north of Shillong, the capital city of Meghalaya.
Hirakud Dam is built across the Mahanadi River, close to Sambalpur city in Odisha in India.
Type: It is a composite structure of earth, concrete and masonry. It is the longest major earthen dam in India.
The Tehri Dam and Hydroelectric Project constructed on Bhagirathi River, Uttarkhand is being operated by Tehri Hydro Power Development Corporation India Limited
Context: Authorities recently informed that the water from Umiam Dam may be released any time in case there is further rise in water level in the reservoir above the safe level.
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